How to Use Xiaomi Redmi Airdots 2 Wireless Headphones: A Complete Guide from Connection to Fine Settings

Xiaomi Redmi Airdots 2 is one of the most popular budget TWS-And yet, even these simple gadgets have some nuances that are not always obvious to beginners: How do you connect them to a smartphone? How do you control music playback? Why did one earphone stop working? You can find the answers to these and other questions in our detailed guide.

In this article, we’ll look at not only the basic features, but also the hidden features of Redmi Airdots 2, which the manufacturer doesn’t always advertise. You’ll learn how to reset your headphones to factory settings, how to check battery levels and even how to use them with iOS or Windows devices, and we’ve also collected typical problems and ways to solve them, from bad sound to sudden shutdowns.

If you've just bought these headphones or you've been using them for a while, but you want to reach 100 percent of their potential, read on. We've tried to make the instructions as practical as possible, without water or unnecessary technical details.

Set and appearance: what goes into the box and how the headphones are arranged

Before using it for the first time, you should carefully study the Redmi Airdots 2 equipment so that you do not lose anything and understand how to handle accessories correctly.

• 🎧 Two wireless headphones (left and right, marked L and R).
• 🔋 Charging case with battery level indicator.
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C for case charging (length) ~20 cm).
• 📄 Short instructions in several languages (including Russian).
• 🔄 Two pairs of replacement embushures (sizes S and L, medium ones have already been installed).

The headphones are designed in a minimalist design: a glossy plastic case with a touch panel on the outside, each weighing only 4.1 grams, so they are virtually non-feeling in the ears even after a few hours of wear. The case weighs 35 grams and fits easily into your pocket.

Pay attention to the indicators:

• 🔴 Red light on the case - charging is going (when connected to the case) USB).
• 🟢 Green light - the case is fully charged.
• 🔴/🔵 Red/blue flashing on headphones - pairing mode.
• 🔵 Blue Permanent – Headphones are connected to the device.

⚠️ Warning: Do not store headphones outside the case for longer than 2-3 days – this leads to the discharge of their batteries to zero, which can reduce the life of batteries.

The first connection to the smartphone: step-by-step instructions for Android and iOS

Connect Redmi Airdots 2 It's easier than it sounds to get to the phone, and the key is to follow the algorithm and not miss the steps. Consider the process for Android devices (including Xiaomi smartphones) and iOS (iPhone/iPad).

For Android:

1. Take both headphones out of the case - they will automatically turn on.
2. Press the touchpad on both headphones for 5 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and blue (pairing mode).
3. On your smartphone, open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on device search.
4. In the list, find Redmi. Airdots_R (right earphone and tap on it.
5. Confirm the pairing - the left earphone will connect automatically.

For iOS (iPhone/iPad):

1. Activate the headphones (take out the case).
2. Transfer them to pairing mode (press the sensor on both for 5 seconds).
3. Open the settings → Bluetooth on the iPhone.
4. Choose Redmi. Airdots_R in the list and wait for the connection.
5. If the sound goes only to one headphone, reboot Bluetooth on the iPhone (turn off / turn on at Control Point).

After the first connection, the headphones will automatically connect to the phone when removed from the case (if Bluetooth is on). If this does not happen, reset the headphone settings (for this, see the section on reset).

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On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI after the connection, a notification will appear about the availability of branded functions (for example, displaying the charge level of the headphones in the status bar).

Playback control: gestures, commands and voice assistant

The touch panels on Redmi Airdots 2 support multiple gestures to control music and calls. Here's the full list of commands:

Important: gestures are customized only through the proprietary Mi Home app (available for Android).

If the sensor has stopped responding:

• 🧹 Wipe the panel with a dry wipe (sweat or dirt can block the triggering).
• 🔄 Reboot the headphones (put in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out).
• 📱 Check if another application conflicts with the controls (for example, some players block gestures).

Clean the panel of contamination|Reset the headphones|Check conflicts with applications|Update the firmware (if available)-->

Checking the battery level: how to find out the rest of the energy

The Redmi Airdots 2 doesn’t have a display, but there are a few ways to test the charge:

1. Through a notification on a smartphone:

• 📱 On Android, especially MIUI): when connected, a pop-up will appear with the percentage of charge of each headphone and case.
• 🍎 On iOS: Add Battery widget to Control Point – Redmi Airdots’ charge level will be displayed there.

According to the indicators on the case:

• 🔋 1 blinking when opening the lid - case charge 0-30%.
• 🔋🔋 2 blinkings - 30-70%.
• 🔋🔋🔋 3 blinks - 70-100%.
• 🟢 Permanent green – the case is fully charged.

3. via the Mi Home app (Android only):

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Add Redmi Airdots 2 device manually (if the automatic search didn’t work).
3. The card of the device will have a discharge schedule and exact percentages.

⚠️ If the headphones are discharged to 0% and do not turn on after charging, keep them in the case for 10-15 minutes - sometimes it takes time to "wake up" the power controller.

Common Problems and Solutions: From Communication Breakdowns to Bad Sound

Even proven devices like Redmi Airdots 2 sometimes fail, and we've gathered common problems and workable ways to fix them.

1. Headphones do not connect to the phone:

• 🔄 Reset the headphone settings (press the sensor on both for 10 seconds until the red-blue-red flashes).
• 📱 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on in settings).
• 🗑️ Remove the device from the list of conjugates in Bluetooth Settings and connect again.

2. The sound is interrupted or stuttered:

• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the phone and the headphones (walls, metal objects).
• 🎵 Try another audio codec in Bluetooth settings (e.g, SBC instead AAC).
• 🔋 Charge your headphones to 50%+ — At low charge artifacts can occur.

3. One earphone is not working:

• 🔄 Put both earbuds in a case for 10 seconds, then pull out - they sync automatically.
• 🧲 If it does not help, reset the settings (see paragraph 1) and connect again.
• 🛠️ Check if the speaker is not contaminated (clean carefully with a toothpick without pressing).

4. The microphone does not transmit a voice to the interlocutor:

• 🎤 Make sure Redmi Airdots is selected for calls in your phone settings (Settings) → Sound. → Output device).
• 🔇 Check if you are closing the microphone (the hole at the bottom of the earpiece) with your finger.
• 📞 Reconnect the headphones and restart the call.

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If the problem recurs after all the manipulations, try connecting the headphones to another device, and if they work normally, the problem is with your phone's settings.

Reset to factory settings: when and how to do hard reset

Resetting Redmi Airdots 2 to factory settings helps in cases where headphones:

• 🔗 They are not synchronized with each other.
• 🔊 They are connected, but the sound only comes in one.
• 📱 Not determined by the phone after the firmware update.
• 🔄 Behaving unstable (self-disconnected, do not respond to gestures).

Resetting instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid for 5 seconds.
2. Take them out and wait for automatic switching on (the indicators will light up in blue).
3. Press the touch panels on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds.
4. The indicators will flash red-blue-red – this is a signal of a successful reset.
5. Close the headphones in the case for 10 seconds, then connect again (as in the first use).

Once reset, all user settings (such as as tying gestures to a voice assistant) are reset; on Android, they can be restored via Mi Home, on iOS, only manually.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse reset with reset! If you just put your headphones in the case and pull them out, they'll reset, but the settings will remain.+ seconds.

Additional Chips: How to Use Redmi Airdots 2 to the Full

Many users don't even realize that Redmi Airdots 2 can do more than just play music.

1. Monoregime (use of one earpiece):

• Remove only one headphone from the case - it will automatically go into mono mode.
• To return to stereo, take out the second headphone and wait for synchronization (1-2 seconds).
• 🎵 In mono mode, gestures work the same way as in stereo.

2. Connection to a PC or laptop:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer (Win) + I → Devices → Bluetooth).
2. Transfer the headphones to pairing mode (hold the sensors for 5 seconds).
3. Choose Redmi. Airdots_R in the list of devices and connect.
4. In Control Panel → Sound, install the headphones as the default device.

3. Use with a TV or game console:

• 📺 Most modern smarts TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi TV) Supports Redmi Airdots 2 connectivity via Bluetooth.
• 🎮 On PlayStation. 4/5 Xbox may require an additional Bluetooth adapter.
• ⚠️ The lag (sound delay) when watching a video depends on the codec. SBC instead AAC.

4. Verification of firmware version:

• Install the nRF Connect app (available for Android and iOS).
• Connect the headphones and go to the Device Information tab.
• In the Firmware Revision field, there will be a firmware version (for example, V1.4.0).

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If you often lose a case, stick a phone tag on it or install the AirTag tracker (for iOS) in the case.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions about Xiaomi Redmi Airdots 2