Xiaomi Mi Band 6: a complete user guide in Russian (2026)

What Xiaomi Mi Band 6 can do and why you need a manual

The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular health gadgets despite the release of new models, its combination of price, functionality and reliability makes the device relevant even in 2026, but many users use only 20-30% of the bracelet’s capabilities, unaware of the hidden chips.

This instruction is not just translated from the Chinese manual, but we have collected practical tips that you can not find in the official documentation, here you will learn how to properly sync the bracelet with the phone, adjust notifications, use training modes and even activate hidden functions through the engineering menu, and pay special attention to the typical errors that cause the bracelet to quickly discharge or lose communication with the smartphone.

Even if you've been using the Mi Band 6 for a long time, you'll probably find something new here, like, did you know that the bracelet can measure SpO2 blood oxygen levels automatically on a schedule? Or that it can be used as a presentation remote? More on that and more.

First Installing and Basic Setup

Before the first switching on, charge the bracelet to a minimum of 50%. Use the original cable - unoriginal cables often cause synchronization problems. USB-port of the smartphone or adapter 5V/1A.

For activation:

1. Press and hold the touch button of the bracelet for 3-5 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
2. Install Mi Fitness (or Zepp Life for new firmware) from Google Play or the App Store.
3. Sign up or sign in to an existing Xiaomi account.
4. In the app, select Profile → Add Device → Bracelet → Mi Smart Band 6.

During synchronization, keep the bracelet next to your smartphone (no more than 10 cm). If the process is stuck in the Connection stage, restart both devices and try again.

Synchronization with a smartphone and problem solving

The main problems in synchronization arise due to:

• 📵 Older version of the app – Update Mi Fitness or Zepp Life in the app store.
• 🔄 Conflict with other fitness apps – remove Google Fit, S Health or similars before setting up.
• 📱 Energy-saving mode on Android – add Mi Fitness to battery exclusions.
• 🔒 Block background activity on iOS – allow the app to work in the background in the iPhone settings.

If the bracelet is not defined:

1. Reset the bracelet (hold the button 10 seconds before vibration).
2. In the application, remove the device (Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Delete).
3. Turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone for 30 seconds, then turn it on again.
4. Repeat the procedure of adding the device.

💡

On Android 12+, before syncing, disable the “Automatic Bluetooth Shutdown” feature in connection settings. This will prevent communication loss during sleep.

For stable operation:

• 🔄 Update the bracelet firmware through Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Firmware update.
• 📶 Allow the application to access geolocation (needed for accurate step counting).
• 🔋 Keep the bracelet charge level above 20% – synchronization failures are possible with low charge.

Set up notifications and calls

To receive notifications from phone to bracelet:

1. In the app, go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Notifications.
2. Turn on the Notification switch from your phone.
3. Select the applications from which you want to see notifications (messengers, social networks, mail).
4. Set up the display style: full text or only the app icon.

To manage calls:

• 📞 Enable Call Notifications in the same settings.
• 🔇 Set up the vibration: Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Settings → Vibration.
• 📵 To disable the bell from the bracelet, swipe left across the screen during the call.

Typical problems with notifications:

Fitness functions: training, pulse, sleep

The Mi Band 6 supports 30 training regimes, including running, cycling, swimming and even yoga.

1. Flick the bracelet screen to the Training section.
2. Choose the type of activity (such as running outside).
3. Press the screen to start. During exercise, the bracelet will track your heart rate, distance and calories burned.
4. To pause or stop, click on the screen and select the appropriate option.

For accurate tracking:

• 🏃‍♂️ Set up personal data in the application: height, weight, age (profile) → Personal information).
• 🩺 Enable continuous pulse monitoring in Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Monitoring of heart rate.
• 🌙 Activate sleep tracking to identify deep and superficial sleep phases.
• 💧 To swim, turn on the pool mode and specify the length of the track.

Update the bracelet firmware|Check the strap attachment density|Introduce current data on weight and height|Turn it on. GPS on a smartphone for outdoor training-->

The secret function is that the bracelet can measure SpO2 (blood oxygen saturation).

1. Go to Profile. → Mi Smart Band 6 → Oxygen saturation.
2. Select Manual Measurement or set up Automatic Monitoring on a schedule.
3. During the measurement, hold your hand still for 15-30 seconds.

💡

Normal SpO2 levels are 95-100%. If your SpO2 levels are below 90% for a long time, see your doctor.

Hidden functions and engineering menu

Few people know that there are hidden features in the Mi Band 6 that are not documented in the official manual.

1. Do not disturb mode:

• It is activated by swipe down from the main screen.
• Disables all notifications and vibrations for a given time (default: 1 hour).
• You can set up a schedule in the application (Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Do not disturb).

2. Music management:

• When playing music on your phone, swipe right on your bracelet.
• There will be a panel with the Play/Pause buttons, Previous track, Next track.
• It works with Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music and a standard player.

Quick access to functions:

• Double tapping on the home screen opens the last used application.
• Triple pressing turns on/off the backlight (useful at night).

To access the engineering menu (at your own risk!):

1. Go to Profile. → Mi Smart Band 6 → About the programme.
2. Click 5 times in a row on the wording firmware version.
3. A menu with advanced settings will appear (don’t change the settings without understanding their meaning!).

💡

In the engineering menu, you can enable Battery % display on the home screen, even if this option is not in the standard settings.

Saving battery power: how to extend the work up to 20 days

Officially, the Mi Band 6 runs up to 14 days on a single charge, but with the right settings, this time can be extended to 3 weeks.

What to disable for savings:

• 🔍 Continuous pulse monitoring – leave only night or manual measurements.
• 📡 Permanent Bluetooth connection – turn on the option to Disable in the absence of communication.
• 🌡️ Automatic measurement SpO2 — Leave only manual mode.
• 🔔 Vibration for all notifications – set up only for important (calls, SMS).

Optimal settings:

If the bracelet discharges in 3-5 days, check:

⚠️ Attention: A common cause of rapid discharge is a non-original strap with metal inserts. They create parasitic currents that drain the battery. Use only the original silicone straps.

Frequent problems and their solutions

1.The bracelet does not vibrate at notifications

• Check the vibration settings in the app (Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Vibration).
• Make sure that notifications are allowed in the phone settings for Mi Fitness.
• Reset the bracelet (hold the button for 10 seconds).

2. Inaccurate step counting

• Check if the weight and height in the profile are correctly entered.
• Then wear a bracelet on your left hand (for right-handers – on the left, for left-handers – on the right).
• Calibrate the pedometer: walk 20 steps, then check the data in the app.

3.The bracelet is not synchronized with the phone

• Remove the device from the application and add it again.
• Turn off Bluetooth on your phone for 30 seconds, then turn it on again.
• Check if the antivirus or power saving mode is blocking Mi Fitness.

4.The screen does not respond to touch

• Wipe the screen with a wet wipe (possibly fat or sweat on it).
• Check if the button is overridden by the touch button.
• Update the bracelet to the latest version.

💡

If the bracelet has stopped responding to touch after water hits, dry it for 24 hours in rice or silica gel. Do not use a hair dryer or heater!

FAQ: Answers to popular questions