How to connect headphones Xiaomi True Wireless: the full guide

Xiaomi’s modern wireless headphones have become incredibly popular due to their excellent sound and affordable price tag, but the process of first connecting them to a smartphone or computer sometimes causes difficulties for users, because the algorithms for working Bluetooth headsets can vary depending on the model and version of the operating system.

In this article, we will discuss in detail how to pair devices correctly, what nuances exist when working with iOS and Android, and how to eliminate typical connection errors. You will learn about secret button combinations that will help activate search mode even in difficult situations.

Before you start setting up, make sure your Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones are fully charged. Low battery levels often cause the Bluetooth module to malfunction and not be able to detect the device in the list of available ones.

Preparation of headphones and smartphone for pairing

The first step is always to check the battery power, so if the headphones were in the case for a long time, they could have run out of charge. 15-20 minutes to allow the battery to gain the minimum amount of energy required for the transmitter to operate.

Then you activate Bluetooth on your mobile device. Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI shell or HyperOS do this through the notification curtain. On iPhone, the settings are in the corresponding menu section. Make sure the module is on and visible to other devices.

⚠️ Warning: If you’ve previously connected these headphones to another phone, they may automatically try to connect to it.In this case, on a new device, the search may not work until you turn off Bluetooth on the old gadget.

It is also important to clear the list of conjugate devices if you plan to reconnect the headset. On older phones in the Bluetooth list, a “dead” copy of your headphones can be saved, which will interfere with the correct connection with the updated settings.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting to Android

The process of pairing with Android smartphones usually goes automatically thanks to Fast Pair technology or similar Xiaomi protocols. However, the manual method remains the most reliable option for all models, including Redmi Buds and Mi True Wireless.

Remove both earbuds from the charge case, at which point the lights should light up, signaling the transition to standby mode, if the LEDs are not burning, perhaps the case is discharged or the headphones are not tightly connected.

Open your Bluetooth settings on your phone and click "Search for New Devices." Your model name will appear in the list of available gadgets, such as the Redmi Buds 3 Pro or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2. Click on it to start the pairing procedure.

After a successful connection, the status bar will have an earphone battery icon. If the system requests permission to access contacts or call logs, confirm the action so that you can see the name of the person during the conversation.

Compatibility with Apple devices (iOS)

iPhone owners often find that the automatic pop-up window doesn't appear. That's OK, because Apple and Xiaomi's protocols are different. You'll have to use the standard Bluetooth menu for manual search.

Put the headphones in the case, close the lid and wait 10 seconds. Then open the lid without removing the headphones, and press the function button on the case case case (if any) or touch the touch areas on the headphones themselves to put them in pairing mode.

On the iPhone screen, a new device should appear in the Bluetooth section. Click on it. If the system asks for a confirmation code, type 0000. Most often, the code is not required, and the connection is instantaneous.

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For stable iOS, it is recommended to update the headphone firmware through the Mi Home or Xiaomi Earbuds app, if it is available in your region.

It’s worth noting that some features, such as quick access to the assistant or equalizer setup, can be limited on iOS without installing third-party apps.

Use of Xiaomi Earbuds and Mi Home

To unlock the full potential of your headset, we recommend that you install a proprietary app that allows you to customize touch controls, update firmware and select noise reduction modes, without this software, the headphones work in base mode.

Download the Xiaomi Earbuds or Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store. Sign up or sign in to your Mi Account. Click Add Device in the top right corner of the program interface.

The app will start scanning the space, and when it detects your headphones, follow the instructions on the screen, and you'll be asked to agree on the region of use and accept the license terms, and then you'll open up a control panel where you can access all the finer audio settings.

Inside the app, you can check the software version. If a new version is available, make sure to update. This often fixes left- and right-channel desynchronization bugs or improves communication quality.

Interconnection mode and resetting settings

Sometimes the headphones are not visible to the phone or connect to only one ear, and in such cases, you need to force the input into the mode (pairing) or completely reset to factory settings.

To activate manual search mode, place both headphones in the case. Open the lid. Find a small hole or button on the case case. Hold it for 3-5 seconds until the indicator flashes white or orange.

If there's no button on the case, use touch control. Put the headphones in the case, press the touch zones on both earphones simultaneously on the case. 20-30 The indicators should flash several times, which signals a successful reset.

⚠️ Warning: After resetting, the headphones will forget all previous connections. You will have to re-delete them from the Bluetooth list on the phone and pair as if with a new device.

Solution: Only one headphone works

One of the most common problems is when the sound comes from only one ear and the other is silent, which means that the left-right TWS-link is disrupted, and they stop hearing each other and work independently.

To solve the problem, remove the device from the Bluetooth list on your phone. Put both earphones in the case. Perform the reset procedure described above. Then re-find the device in the list and connect.

Make sure the protective films are removed from the charging contacts inside the case. Often new headphones come with isolation on the contacts, which causes one of the headphones to not charge or turn on, creating the illusion of a breakdown.

It's also worth checking if one of the touch buttons sticks. Dirt or skin fat can cause false positives by blocking the second channel.

Connection to computer and TV

You can connect Xiaomi True Wireless not only to your phone, but also to your PC or Smart TV. On a Windows 10/11 computer, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth. Click Add Bluetooth or another device.

Put the headphones in pairing mode. The computer will find them as an audio headset. Once connected, you may need to switch the output profile in the volume mixer if the sound did not go automatically.

On Android TVs, the process is similar: go to the audio settings, select accessories, and find your headphones. Note that there may be a slight latency when you connect to the TV.

Way to Windows: Start -> Settings -> Devices -> Bluetooth and other devices -> Add Bluetooth or other device

To minimize latency when watching video on a PC, make sure that the Bluetooth adapter drivers are updated.Older driver versions may not support low-latency codecs such as aptX Low Latency.

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The key to a successful connection is clean contacts, up-to-date firmware and the correct pairing mode (blinking indicator).