How to connect Redmi AirDots 2 (Xiaomi) to your phone: instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi’s Redmi AirDots 2 wireless headphones remain among the most popular budget headphones TWS-They're simple, sound good and price-consuming, but connecting to a phone can be challenging, especially for those who are first-time users of Bluetooth headphones. In this article, we will analyze all the ways of pairing AirDots 2 with smartphones on Android and iOS, as well as solve typical problems: from the lack of sound to constant communication breaks.

It's important to understand that the connection process can vary depending on the headphone firmware version and the phone model. For example, Xiaomi or Redmi with MIUI 12+ has a special fast mode for ecosystem devices, and iPhone will require manual tuning in the Bluetooth menu, we covered all scenarios from basic pairing to hidden features like mono-connection or factory reset.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before pairing with a Redmi AirDots 2 phone, you need to take it out of sleep and put it into search mode.

• 🔋 Headphone charging: Make sure both headphones are in the case and charged at least 30%.The indicator on the case should flash white when the lid is opened.
• 🎧 Case extraction: Take out both headphones - they will automatically turn on (red/white LED flashes). If the indicator is not on, press and hold the touchpad on any headphone for 3 seconds.
• 🔄 Pair mode activation: Press the touch panels on both headphones simultaneously for 5-7 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately.

If the lights flash only white, the headphones have already been paired with another device, in which case they should be reset (instruction in section 5).

⚠️ Warning: Don't try to plug the headphones in separately in the first phase. AirDots 2 requires initial pairing, even if you plan to use the Later only one headphone in Mono mode.

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2. Connect to Android phone (including Xiaomi/Redmi)

On smartphones with Android 8.0 and newer, the pairing process is standard, but there are nuances for Xiaomi devices with MIUI.

Method 1: Standard Bluetooth connection

1. Open the Settings. → Bluetooth on your phone and turn on the adapter.
2. In the list of available devices, find Redmi AirDots_2_R (right-hand side) or Redmi AirDots_2_L (Left. Press it.

If the list shows both headphones separately, select the right ( R).

Method 2: Quick connection to Xiaomi/Redmi (MIUI)

MIUI 11+ devices support accelerated pairing:

1. Open the case cover with headphones next to the phone.
2. A pop-up window will appear on the screen with a suggestion to connect AirDots 2. Press Connect.
3. Wait for the setup to be completed (up to 10 seconds).

If the pop-up doesn’t appear, check if Quick Device Connect is enabled in Settings → Connections and Sharing → Lab.

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3. Connection to iPhone (iOS)

On the iPhone, the pairing process is almost the same as Android, but there are a couple of points:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the module.
2. Activate the pairing mode on AirDots 2 (see Section 1).
3. In the list of devices, select Redmi AirDots_2_R. Confirm the connection.

Once paired, the headphones will appear in the Control Point menu (swipe down from the top right corner) as a sound output device, where you can quickly switch between AirDots 2 and the phone speaker.

⚠️ Note: There is no separate volume control for Bluetooth devices on iOS. The audio adjustment on the iPhone will change volume on both the headphones and the phone itself.

If after connecting the sound goes only to one headphone:

• 🔄 Reboot the headphones: Put them in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out.
• 📱 Forget the device in Bluetooth settings and connect again.
• 🎛️ Check the sound balance in Settings → Universal access → Audiovisual content → Stereo balance (should be in the middle).

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On the iPhone, you can assign a triple tap on the touch panel of the headphone to call Siri. → Bluetooth → Redmi AirDots_2 → Order action.

4.Use of one headphone (Mono mode)

Redmi AirDots 2 supports Mono mode, where only one earpiece is used, which is convenient for talking on the phone or listening to podcasts.

Method 1: Automatic switching

If the headphones are already connected to the phone:

1. Only take one headphone out of the case (for example, the right one).
2. It will automatically connect to your phone in Mono mode.
3. To return the stereo sound, take out the second headphone - the connection will recover within 5 seconds.

Method 2: Manual connection (if the automation fails)

If the headphone is not automatically connected:

1. Press the touchpad on one headphone for 3 seconds until the white LED flashes.
2. In Bluetooth phone settings, select Redmi. AirDots_2_R L (depending on which headphone you have).

In Mono mode, the microphone will only work on the connected earphone, and for calls, it is better to use the right one, because it has a clearer microphone.

5. Resetting headphone settings (if not connected)

If AirDots 2 refuses to connect, permanently disconnects, or is identified as an "Unknown Device," a complete reset will help, which cleans all stored pairings and returns the headphones to factory settings.

Resetting instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid for 5 seconds.
2. Open the lid and without taking out the headphones, press the touch panels on both headphones at the same time.
3. Hold for 15-20 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately (3 times in a row).
4. Release the buttons. The headphones will automatically turn off and reset.

After discharge:

• 🔄 Reconnect the headphones (see section 1-3).
• 📱 On your phone, remove old Redmi devices AirDots_2_R/L Bluetooth-listed.
• 🔋 Charge the case to 100% - after resetting, the headphones can discharge faster.

⚠️ Warning: Resetting does not solve hardware problems (e.g., if one earphone is not charging or making a sound) in such cases, repair or replacement is required.

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Resetting is a universal solution for 90% of software connection problems. If your headphones don't work after resetting, check them on another phone to rule out the AirDots 2 itself.

6. Connection optimization: how to avoid communication breaks

Redmi AirDots 2 is a frequent problem with unstable connections: the sound is interrupted, the headphones turn off after 1-2 minutes or there are delays, usually due to phone settings or external interference.

Ways to improve communication:

• 📶 Bluetooth Codecs: Go to Developer Settings on Android → Bluetooth audio codec and select SBC (The most stable, though not the best quality. AAC or aptX may cause delays.
• 🔄 Reboot: Every 2-3 days, reload your headphones (put in your case for 10 seconds) and your phone. This clears the Bluetooth cache.
• 🚫 Sources of interference: Keep your phone and headphones away from microwaves, Wi-Fi routers (especially at 2.4GHz) and other Bluetooth devices.
• 🔋 Case charge: If the case is discharged below 20%, the headphones may lose communication%+.

There are no additional Bluetooth settings on the iPhone, but you can try:

• Turn off Wi-Fi while using the headphones (if the router is running at 2.4 GHz).
• Enable Flight Mode and then manually activate Bluetooth only.

7.Authentication and firmware version verification

There are many Redmi AirDots 2 fakes on the market that are seemingly indistinguishable from the original, but have connectivity and sound issues.

Signs of the original AirDots 2

• 📦 Packaging: Box with holographic sticker, font Xiaomi clear, no typos. QR-check-in.
• 🎧 Design: The original headphones have a touchpad that's a little sunken, and the fakes are often convex. The Mi logo on the case is metal, it doesn't wear off.
• 🔊 Sound: When turned on, the original emits a short high signal, fakes – low or double beep.

To check the firmware version:

1. Install the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app.

The current firmware version for 2026 is V14.x.x.x. If your version is older, update the headphones through Mi Home (Firmware Update section).

8. Frequent Questions and Decisions (FAQ)