How to connect headphones Xiaomi Airdots to the phone over Bluetooth

Xiaomi Airdots wireless headphones (also known as Redmi Buds) have become a hit thanks to the affordable price and decent sound quality. TWS-They require initial setup and proper pairing with the smartphone, and many users have difficulty first running when the gadgets can't see each other or the phone can't find the headset. The process can seem confusing, especially given the differences in Android and iOS operating systems.

In this article, we will take a look at all the synchronization steps from pairing activation to fine-tuning the sound, how to pair left and right headphones, how to connect them to an iPhone or Android smartphone, and what to do if standard methods don’t work. Proper initial setup will save you most of the problems with desynchronization in the future.

Before you go directly, make sure your headphones are ready to go.This is a basic but often overlooked step that is the foundation of a Bluetooth headset that works well. If you’ve just unpacked your device or haven’t used it in a while, charging is the first thing to take care of.

Initial preparation and activation of headphones

The first step is always to remove the devices from the charging case. It's important to understand that when inside the case, the headphones are usually in charge mode and do not transmit a Bluetooth signal. Once you open the case cover and take out both earphones, they should automatically turn on. Indicators on the case will flash, signaling readiness for work. If this does not happen, check for protective films on the charging contacts - sometimes on new models they remain.

After retrieval, you need to wait for the indicators to flash white (on some models, red or blue, depending on the modification of the Redmi Airdots). This is when the search mode is activated. If the indicators are constantly burning or do not light up at all, the battery may be completely discharged. In this case, place the headphones back in the case and connect it to the network for at least 15-20 minutes. Low charge is the most common reason why the gadget refuses to enter the pairing mode.

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If the indicators flash too fast or don’t burn, wipe the contacts on the headphones and inside the case with a dry cotton swab – oxidation can prevent charging.

Importantly, for the initial setup, it's better to take both headphones out at the same time. Although modern models can work independently, the stereo sync mode (TWS) is set up when you first turn on the pair. If you take out only one headphone, it can go into mono mode, and then the second headphone can't find the first one to combine into a stereo pair without additional reset.

Connection to Android-based smartphones

The Android operating system provides a lot of control for Bluetooth devices. The process of connecting Xiaomi Airdots headphones to an Android smartphone, whether it's Mi Phone, Samsung or any other brand, is standardized, but has its own nuances. Unlike proprietary ecosystems, here you rely on a standard Bluetooth stack.

To start, unlock your smartphone screen and go to the settings menu. Find Settings → Bluetooth or use the quick notification curtain with the Bluetooth icon. Make sure the switch is in active position. Now the smartphone will start scanning available devices within range. The Available Devices list should show the name of your headset, most commonly Mi True Wireless EBTS Basic or Redmi Airdots.

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Click on the device name in the list. The system can request a pairing confirmation, press OK or Hide. At which point, the voice assistant in the headphones will report status: Connected or Aired. If you hear "Right connected, Left connected," then the stereo is successfully formed and connected to the phone. In some cases, especially on older versions of Android, you may need to request access to contacts and call history to properly operate the microphone.

⚠️ Note: If two identical names appear on the list of available devices (e.g. two "Mi True Wireless" EBTS Basic" means that the stereo is out of sync. Do not connect to any of them until you reset the settings described below.

Once you've successfully connected, you can set up a usage profile. In the Bluetooth menu, by tapping the gear next to the headphone name, you can allow or deny access to the multimedia and phone book. For quality music, it's important that the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) profile is active, which is usually the default.

Connection with iPhone (iOS) and Apple devices

Apple owners often wonder how to connect Xiaomi Airdots to iPhones, as these headphones do not support the W1/H2 chip used in AirPods. However, thanks to the Bluetooth standard, the process of pairing with iOS is almost the same as Android, although the settings interface looks different.

Open your iPhone or iPad settings and go to "Bluetooth." Make sure the slider is activated. Place the headphones in pairing mode (they should flash a white indicator). In the "Other devices" section, the phone screen will show the words MI TRUE WIRELESS EBTS BASIC or similar. Tap the name to initiate the connection.

iOS can issue a request to pair with a code or just a notification. Confirm action. After that, your gadget will appear in the list of My devices with a battery level (on some versions of iOS, the charge is displayed for each headphone separately). It is worth noting that the automatic switching between Apple devices, characteristic of the ecosystem, will not work here - you will have to manually select Xiaomi Airdots in the output list every time you change the device.

Features of working with Siri
You can activate Siri voice assistant by double tapping the touch area of the headphone (if the function is configured in the app or by default).However, due to protocol limitations, full Siri control, as in AirPods, may not be, but calling the assistant usually works stall> Customization of control and microphone functions After the technical connection is installed, it is important to deal with the management. Xiaomi Airdots headphones are equipped with touch panels or physical buttons (depending on the model) that allow you to control playback and calls without the smartphone. The standard configuration is often uncomfortable, so many users are looking to reconfigure. For advanced customization, such as changing the duration of pressing or assigning commands, it is officially recommended to use the Mi True Wireless EBTS Basic app (available for Android) or third-party utilities like Material Pods for iOS. These applications can update the headphone firmware, which often solves problems with interruption of sound. Special attention deserves the microphone. In most TWS models, the main microphone is located in the right earphone. This means that when you talk, it is the right part of the headset that transmits your voice. If you wear only the left earphone, the interlocutor may not hear you very well, or use both for a loud noise immediately for old age. Action Standard command (Right) Standard command (Left) Action Single press Start/Pause / Answer Start/Pause / Reply Music Control Double press Next track Previous track Navigation Triple press Assistant Activation Not assigned Voice control Hold (2 seconds) Reject call / Call refusal If standard gestures do not work or are performed with a delay, it may be a problem in the contamination of the touch area. Wipe the top of the headphones with soft cloth and especially touching the music. One of the most common complaints users have is when the audio comes from only one headphone after you connect, or the Bluetooth list shows only one device instead of a stereo pair. This means that the synchronization between the left and right modules is disrupted. They stop "hearing" each other and work as two independent mono-devices. To fix this, you need to perform forced soldering (re-pairing) of the headphones with each other. First, remove the device from the Bluetooth list on the phone ("Forget this device") Then place both on the headset in synchronization mode at the same time, they need to switch to the flashlight at the moment, and you both to close the flash mode at the flashing time, and you need to the flash. For most models of Xiaomi Airdots, the procedure looks like this: remove the headphones from the case, turn them off (click the buttons on the case). 5 seconds before turning off), then press the buttons again and hold about 15-20 The indicators should flash red several times. This is a reset signal. Then put them in the case, take them out again and reconnect them to the phone. ⚠️ Warning: Keep your headphones away from your phone during reset so they don't automatically connect during the reset process. This may interrupt the reset procedure. Eliminating interference and communication interruption Even after a successful connection, users may experience a sound interruption, crackling or stuttering.This is often associated with radio interference. Bluetooth operates on a frequency. 2.4 GHz, which is also busy with Wi-Fi routers, microwave ovens and other gadgets. If you're in a place with a dense congestion of wireless networks, the quality of communication may fall. Try to move away from the source of interference or switch your smartphone to flight mode for a couple of seconds to restart the Bluetooth module. Also check if the phone case covers the antenna (usually in the upper or lower part of the case).In some cases, it helps to disable unnecessary profiles in the Bluetooth developer settings on Android, such as: AVRCP (Try to change from 1.5 to 1.4 or 1.3, but it takes care. 💡Connection stability is directly dependent on the distance to the phone and the presence of physical barriers; the human body also does not conduct radio signals well, so it is better to keep the phone in your pocket on the side of the microphone running (FAQ) Can you use Xiaomi Airdots with just one headphone? Yes, you can use either headphone independently. To do this, just remove one headphone from the case while the other is inside. It automatically goes into mono mode. To return the stereo, you need to put it back in the case, and then take it out both. Why do the headphones discharge quickly after connecting? This can be a sign of battery wear (if the headphones are over 2-3 years old) or a sign that one of the headphones is not charging in the case due to contact contamination. Also, fast discharge is observed at maximum volume and using high-quality codecs. Do they support several Airpoints at the same time? To switch, you need to manually turn off Bluetooth on one device. How to check the firmware version of the headphones? The most reliable way is to use the official Mi True Wireless EBTS Basic app for Android. The app displays the current version of firmware and an update button is available if a new version is released to improve stability. What to do if the phone sees headphones but does not connect? Try clearing the Bluetooth cache on the phone (in the application settings show system processes), rebooting the smartphone and resetting the headphones. Sometimes it helps to remove all old stored devices from the phone's memory.