Xiaomi Mi Band 4: How to turn on the bracelet after buying or dumping

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is one of the most popular fitness bracelets, combining affordable price and wide functionality. However, even such a simple device can have difficulty with the first turn on or activation after reset. If you just unpacked the bracelet or faced with the problem of launching it, this article will help you to understand all the nuances.

Unlike smartphones, fitness trackers don’t have a traditional power button, so the power-on process may seem obscure. Here we’ll look at not only the basic steps, but also how to solve typical problems, from a dead battery to synchronization errors with the Mi Fit app. We’ll pay special attention to the first start, since it depends on the correct operation of all the functions of the bracelet in the future.

If your Mi Band 4 doesn’t respond to clicks or doesn’t turn on after the update, don’t rush to bring it to the service. In 90% of cases, the problem can be solved by yourself, following proven instructions.

Preparation of the bracelet for the first inclusion

Before you turn on the Xiaomi Mi Band 4, make sure the device is ready to go. Even if the bracelet is new, its battery could run out during storage or transportation.

• 🔋 Charge the bracelet. Connect it to USB-computer port or power adapter (5V/1A) The charging indicator (red LED) should light up through the original cable. 5–10 If you don't, check the cable and port.
• 📱 Install the Mi Fit app. Download it from Google Play or the App Store. The app version must be at least 4.6.0 for full compatibility with the Mi Band 4.

It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to charge the Mi Band 4 to full level. Don't interrupt the process, even if the indicator is out, wait for 100% charge. If the bracelet does not charge at all, try cleaning the contacts on the back of the case with a dry toothbrush - often a problem in oxidation.

⚠️ Note: Do not use Mi Band 4 adapters with output current more 1A (This can cause the battery to overheat and reduce its lifespan.

2. Standard way to include Mi Band 4

If the bracelet is charged, you can turn it on in two ways: through the touch button or automatically when you connect to a charger. Let's look at both options in detail.

Method 1: Enable via touch button

1. Place the bracelet on your hand or place it on a flat surface with the screen up.
2. Touch the touch area under the screen (marked by a dot) and hold your finger for 2-3 seconds.
3. The Mi logo should appear on the screen, followed by the main menu, and if there is no reaction, repeat the tap or check the charge.

Method 2: Automatic onset when charging

If the bracelet is completely discharged, it can turn on automatically when connected to a USB.

1. Connect the Mi Band 4 to the charger.
2. Wait for the charging indicator (red LED) to appear.
3. After 10-15 seconds, the screen should activate itself. If this does not happen, press the touch button.

After successful activation, the bracelet will go into standby mode. To wake the screen, just raise your hand (if the function Raise for activation is enabled) or touch the touch button.

3. Set up the bracelet through the Mi Fit app

Turn on the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is only half the battle. To work properly, it must be connected to the smartphone via the Mi Fit app.

1. Open Mi Fit and sign up (or sign in to an existing Xiaomi account).

If Mi Band 4 is not in the app:

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet: Press the touch button for 10 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
• 📶 Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and make sure the distance to the bracelet is less than 10 meters.
• 🔋 Check the charge level of the bracelet (must be at least 20%).

⚠️ Warning: If you connect Mi Fit to ask to update the bracelet firmware, don't refuse. Outdated software can cause sensors and notifications to malfunction. Update will take 5-10 minutes, do not interrupt the process!

Possible problems and solutions

Even after correctly turning on the Xiaomi Mi Band 4, there can be problems. Below is a table with the most common problems and ways to fix them.

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the bracelet to the factory settings.

1. Go to Bracelet Settings → Additional → Reset (in the Mi Fit app).
2. Confirm the action on the bracelet screen.
3. After resetting, re-execute the connection procedure.

5. Optimal settings after activation

After successfully connecting the Mi Band 4, set it up for maximum convenience. Here are the key settings to change:

• ⏰ Alarm clocks: Add repeating alarm clocks through your device profile → Alarm clocks. You can set the vibration up gradually.
• 📱 Notifications: Select applications that will duplicate alerts on the bracelet (Notifications) → Management of notifications).
• 🏃 Activity Tracking: Activate automatic recognition of walking, running and cycling in Settings → Activity tracking.
• 🌙 Sleep monitoring: Include the function in Settings → Sleep monitoring and schedule for more accurate data.

To save charge, turn off unnecessary functions:

• 🔍 Constant pulse (if you do not need round-the-clock monitoring).
• 📡 Searching for a phone (if you rarely use it).
• 🌍 Weather (renews automatically but consumes energy).

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To extend the life of the Mi Band 4 battery, turn off the vibration for unnecessary notifications (for example, from social networks) and reduce the brightness of the screen to 2-3 divisions in the bracelet settings.

6 How to restart Mi Band 4 in case of a crash

If the bracelet is stuck or malfunctioning, a forced reboot will help, a technique that is also useful if the Mi Band 4 is not synchronized with the phone or does not respond to touch.

For the reboot:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
2. Hold the touch button for 15-20 seconds until the screen goes out.
3. Release the button and wait for the Mi logo to appear – this is a signal of a successful reboot.

If the bracelet does not respond even to this procedure:

• 🔌 Turn it off from charging and wait 1 minute.
• 🔄 Repeat the reboot attempt.
• 📱 Check if the antivirus or power saving mode of the smartphone does not block the work of Mi Fit.

⚠️ Attention: Frequent reboots (more than 1 time per week) may indicate a hardware malfunction.If failures recur, contact the service center, especially if the bracelet is warranty-free.

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Rebooting is a universal way to solve most of the Mi Band 4’s software failures.It doesn’t delete data from the wristband, but it may require re-synchronization with the phone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Mi Band 4 inclusion