Summary

The TalkingBrix 2 charges through a USB Mini connector.  You can charge them either with a USB charging adapter (one is provided with a new purchase) or through a USB port on your computer. The design of the TalkingBrix 2 allows users to connect the three devices together for simultaneous charging.

Required Materials

  • USB mini charging cable
  • TalkingBrix 2
  • A USB charger or computer

Intructions

  1. Connect the TalkingBrixs together.
  2. Plug the USB mini cable into a charging brick or computer.
  3. Plug the charging brick into a wall outlet or turn on the computer
  4. Plug the USB mini end into the connected TalkingBrix.

Tips and troubleshooting

  • Ensure the Cable you are using is a USB mini cable as shown on the left.
  • The TalkingBrix 2 charges when you connect them together. Make sure to connect them before plugging them into power.
  • If it’s plugged into a wall outlet and not charging, test the wall outlet with a known-good device, such as a different device and charger, or a simple appliance like a table lamp.
  • If plugged into a computer and its not charging try other USB ports as some may not be designed to deliver the correct amount of power.

For additional resources, please check out the TalkingBrix 2 Support Hub. If you have additional questions, please contact the ableCARE Product Success Team.

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