How to sync Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic

Budget speakers often face a situation where one of the headphones stops playing sound or works independently of the other.This is a classic pairing failure that is easily solved by forced synchronization. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic is built on the basis of a Realtek chip, which requires a clear algorithm of actions to restore communication between the left and right modules.

In this guide, we will discuss the step-by-step process of reconnecting, eliminating common errors that inexperienced owners make. TWS-True Wireless Stereo is a master and slave device, where one headphone receives the signal from the smartphone and the other copies it.

There are several reasons why headphones stop seeing each other, such as a battery discharge, a Bluetooth protocol software failure, or an old profile in the phone's memory, and it's critical to do a full cleaning of the pairing list on your smartphone before you start resetting, and then you can start mechanically rebooting the headphones themselves.

Preparation for the interface procedure

Before any manipulations are initiated, make sure that the battery is charged, if the battery is completely dead, the device may not turn on or behave incorrectly during reset, place both headphones in the charge case for 15-20 minutes, even if the indicators indicate charge, this will level the potential of the cells and eliminate sudden shutdown during the setup process.

The next step is to work with the memory of your smartphone. You need to delete the old connection profile. Go to your phone's Bluetooth settings, search the Xiaomi Earbuds Basic (or Mi True Wireless EBs Basic) list, and click "Forget the device" or "Disable." If you don't, the phone will try to connect to an old, already irrelevant configuration file.

After deleting the profile, it is recommended to turn off Bluetooth completely on the smartphone, which will prevent an automatic connection attempt during the reset procedure, which can interrupt the synchronization process between the left and right ears.

⚠️ Warning: Do not remove the headphones from the case until the time when it is required by the instructions.Spontaneous switching on can activate the search mode for a new device instead of the reset mode.

Now that the preparatory phase is complete, you can move on to the basic steps, the success of the operation depends on the sequence of presses and timing, and in some cases, you need to repeat the procedure 2-3 times for the chips to wake up and exchange data correctly.

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Reset and synchronization algorithm

The basic procedure for restoring communication between the headset modules requires precise sequences of actions. First, remove both earphones from the charge case. They must automatically turn on, as the indicators will signal. If the indicators are not burning, it is possible that the devices are discharged or malfunctioning.

The next step is to force both earbuds off, press and hold the touchpads on both devices simultaneously for 5-7 seconds. The indicators should flash red and go out. This action breaks the current connection and puts the devices on the off state.

☑️ Pre-reset check

Headphones in the caseBluetooth on your phone is offOld profile removedCharge over 50%

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Now the beginning of the process. At the same time, press and hold the touchpads on both of the headphones that are off. Hold them for about 20 seconds. First you'll see the flashing white (pair mode), then red (switch off). Don't let your fingers go! Continue holding them for another 5 seconds after they light up red for the second time. Only then release the panels.

When you release the headphones, they have to automatically go into search mode, the indicators will flash white quickly, and at that point, the left and right channels will mate internally, which usually takes 5 to 10 seconds, and when one of the indicators goes out and the other continues to blink slowly white, the synchronization is complete.

Connecting to a smartphone

Once successfully synchronized, the headphones are ready to connect to the sound source. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and start searching for new devices. The list of available devices should appear as Mi True Wireless EBs Basic. Note that there will only be one device on the list, not two separate devices.

Click on the name of the headset to pair. If it requests a confirmation code, type 0000. Successful connection will be confirmed by a voice message "Connected" and a one-time beep, from now on, the sound control is transferred to both earphones in synchrony.

If two identical recordings appear on the list of devices or the connection occurs only to one channel, the reset procedure must be repeated. Sometimes it takes several attempts to reset the cache of the Bluetooth module of the phone. Make sure that the distance between the phone and the headphones does not exceed 1 meter during the first pairing.

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For stable communication, keep your smartphone in your pants pocket or in your jacket's inner pocket.The Bluetooth signal travels better through tissue than through the human body, which is a barrier to radio waves.

Diagnosis (Frequent problems)

Even if you do the instructions correctly, you can have difficulties. Often the problem is oxidation of the contacts. Wipe the golden contacts on the headphones and inside the case with a dry cotton swab. Dirt or fat can interfere with charging, which causes one earphone to discharge faster and fall out of sync.

Another reason is a software conflict between the Android or iOS operating system. Rebooting a smartphone can solve the problem of a suspended Bluetooth service, and it is also worth checking whether Mono mode is activated in the settings of the special features of the phone, which forcibly combines stereo channels into one.

The table below will help to identify the problem by the behavior of indicators more quickly:

Status of the indicator	Probable cause	Action.
Blinks red.	Low battery charge	Put it in the case for charging.
Blinks white (both)	Couple-searching mode	Wait for automatic connection
Burning white (one)	Successful connection	Check the sound on the phone.
It's not burning.	Discharge or breakdown	Check contacts and cable
Blinks red and white	The pairing error	Complete reset (20 seconds)

What to do if only one earpiece is on?

If only one channel is running after all the procedures, try leaving both headphones in a case with an open lid for 10-15 minutes. Sometimes the power controller takes time to calibrate. If this does not help, the speaker or battery of the right (left) module may have failed.> The Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic model is equipped with touch controls that can also affect the perception of the device. Single touch is usually responsible for playing / pause, double - for calling the assistant or switching the track (depending on the version of the firmware), and triple - sometimes you will help to avoid the sensory switching on the last one for the user's activation. If the sound is interrupted, check if the earphone is too tightly clamped in the ear, putting pressure on the sensor. Sensors in this model are quite sensitive. To prolong battery life and stability of the connection, it is recommended to regularly clean the speaker mesh of earwax. Clogged mesh not only makes the sound worse, but it can also cause the speaker to overheat, which indirectly affects the electronics. Use a soft brush or dry toothbrush to clean. ⚠️ Warning: Do not use alcohol or aggressive chemicals to clean sensors and mesh.The liquid can get inside the case and damage the Bluetooth antenna or battery. The headset is based on Bluetooth 5.0, which provides low power consumption and a stable signal. In open areas, it's up to 10 meters, but in a room with concrete walls and a working microwave, the range can be reduced to 3-5 meters. This is normal for this class of devices. SBC audio codec is the standard for this model. It provides acceptable quality, but it is not Hi-Res. If you are an audiophile, you can notice high frequency compression. For calls and podcasts, the quality is quite enough. The microphone is located on the bottom end of the headphone leg, so it is important to position the device in the ear for better audibility of the interlocutor. In conclusion, it is worth noting that you need to keep the battery packing for a little more attention. If neither method worked, there may be a hardware defect that requires service intervention. Why does the phone see two Xiaomi Earbuds Basic devices? That means the headphones are not synchronized and work independently. Each earphone broadcasts its own signal. You have to do a complete reset (20 seconds of retention) to pair them back together. Can you use just one headphone? Yes, the model supports mono mode. You only have to pull one headphone out of the case (by deleting the pair profile first). The second headphone should stay in the case. To get the stereo back, you put the working earphone in the case, and then get both at once. How do you check the charge level of the headphones? The exact percentage of charge is displayed only on Xiaomi smartphones with a shell. MIUI. Other devices (Android, iOS) typically display the overall charge level of the case or the last earpiece connected. The indicator on the case shows only the critical discharge (red) or charging process. Headphones wheezing, what to do? Check the protective film on the speaker grid - sometimes it stays from the factory. If there is no film, try resetting the equalizer settings in the player. Wheezing at maximum volume can be a sign of damage to the speaker membrane.