How to set up a fitness bracelet Xiaomi Mi Band 4 in Russian after a complete reset settings

Once you reset the Xiaomi Mi Band 4, it becomes a blank slate, with all personal data, account attachments and customizations erased, which can happen after a firmware update, critical crashes, or if you decide to sell the bracelet. But don't panic: it takes no more than 10 minutes to recover, if you know the key nuances. The main thing is to prepare properly and follow the proven sequence of actions to avoid typical errors like "hanging" during the synchronization stage or the absence of Russian language in the menu.

Many users have a problem when the bracelet refuses to connect to the Mi Fit app after reset or shows characters instead of Russian text. The reason usually lies in the incorrect account binding or an outdated version of the firmware. In this article, we will analyze the step-by-step instructions based on the latest updates from 2026, and also reveal the secrets of optimizing the bracelet after recovery, focusing on setting up notifications, sleep monitoring and energy saving, the features that most often “fly” fly off when resetting.

If you've used Mi Band 3 or earlier, be prepared for the changes: in the fourth version, the menu logic and the synchronization algorithm are different. NFC (version NFC), The change in the order of changing the dials, and the notification settings are now tied to specific applications, not all at once, is important to consider these nuances, so as not to waste time searching for "disappeared" options.

Preparation for setting up: what to do before connecting the bracelet

Before you start setting up the Mi Band 4, make sure you have everything you need, which will eliminate sudden pauses like “Where’s the cable?” or “Why doesn’t the phone see the bracelet?”

First, check the battery charge of the bracelet. After reset, it can discharge faster than usual due to background synchronization processes. The optimal charge level before setting is at least 50%. If the indicator shows red, connect the bracelet to charging for 20-30 minutes. Use the original magnetic connector cable - cheap analogs can damage the contacts.

Second, update the Mi Fit app to the latest version, and older versions (especially older than 4.6.0) don’t support the correct Mi Band 4 after reset.

• 📱 Android: Google Play (version 5.8)+)
• 🍎 iOS: App Store (version 5.5)+)

The third critical point is smartphone compatibility. Mi Band 4 officially supports Android 5.0 devices+ or iOS 10.0+, But in practice, you may have problems with Android Go-based phones or older versions. MIUI (If your smartphone is Released in 2016 or earlier, check its compatibility on the official Xiaomi website.

⚠️ If you are using Mi Band 4, please note: NFC, Before reset, be sure to untie your bank cards in the Mi Pay app (if they were tied). After reset, the card data will be deleted automatically, but it is better to be safe to avoid blocking payments.

Finally, prepare the login details for Xiaomi. Once reset, the bracelet will require re-authorization. If you forget your password, restore it in advance at account.xiaomi.com. Use the same account that the bracelet was previously linked to, making it easier to restore statistics and settings.

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Resetting settings: how to return the bracelet to factory condition

If you haven't reset yet, or if the bracelet is stuck in the connection phase, first return it to the factory settings, which ensures that all previous settings and errors are erased.

To reset the Mi Band 4, use one of two methods:

1. Through the bracelet menu: Scroll the bracelet screen to the right to Settings (cog icon). → Reset settings. Confirm the action by clicking the tick.
2. Through the Mi Fit app: Open Mi Fit, go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4. Select Untie the device. Once untie, the bracelet will automatically reset.

After resetting the bracelet will reboot and you will see a welcome screen with the Mi logo. If the screen does not respond to touch or shows artifacts (for example, stripes), this may indicate damage to the firmware.

Note that the reset deletes all data from the bracelet, but the statistics in the Mi Fit app are saved if you did not delete the account, but the settings of alarm clocks, notifications and dials will have to be reconfigured.

⚠️ Warning: Do not reset if the bracelet is connected to charging, this may cause firmware failure and build-up of the device.

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Connecting the bracelet to the phone: step-by-step instructions

Now, to the most important step, connecting the Mi Band 4 to a smartphone, where many users make mistakes that cause the bracelet to go undetected or connect with errors.

Step 1: Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and allow Mi Fit access to geodata (required for Android 10)+). Without it, the app will not be able to find the bracelet.

Step 2: Open Mi Fit and click Add Device (Icon "+" In the upper right corner, select the bracelet. → Mi Smart Band 4.

Step 3: The bracelet will have a 6-digit code. Compare it to the code in the app and confirm the pairing. If the codes don't match, reset the bracelet (hold the touch button for 10 seconds) and try again.

Step 4: Once you've successfully connected, the app will suggest you update your firmware. Don't miss this step! Outdated firmware can cause notifications and heart monitoring to fail. It will take 2-5 minutes to update -- don't turn off Bluetooth or close the app at this time.

If the bracelet is not connected, check:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on in settings).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in Bluetooth settings.
• 🔋 Make sure the bracelet is charged (at low charge it may not show up in search).
• 🚫 Turn it off. VPN Proxies – They can block Xiaomi servers.

Critical information: If the app displays a message "Device not supported" after connecting, it means that your region in the Xiaomi account does not match the region of the bracelet. Solution: change the account region to "Russia" or "Global" in the profile settings.

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If the bracelet is plugged in but permanently shut down, try turning off the power saving mode for the Mi Fit app in your phone's settings.

Russian language setting and basic parameters

After connecting, the first thing you need to do is configure the Russian language of the interface. By default, the bracelet can display the menu in Chinese or English - this depends on the region of the firmware.

To change the language:

1. On the bracelet, scroll to the right to the Settings (cogs).
2. Select Additional → Language.
3. Scroll down to Russian and click on it.

If the list does not include Russian, it means that the bracelet is equipped with Chinese firmware, in which case you will need to reflash the device through the Mi Band 4 Tool (instructions in the "Problems and Solutions" section), the alternative is to use the English interface, but this is inconvenient for everyday use.

After changing the language, set the basic parameters:

• ⏰ Time format: 24-hour or 12-hour (Settings) → Screen. → Time format).
• 🔍 Raise your hand to activate: turn on if you want the screen to light up when you move (Settings) → Screen. → Raising your hand).
• 🔔 Vibration at Notifications: Adjusted in Mi Fit in Notifications.

Pay attention to the setting Automatic lock (Settings) → If you turn on this option, the bracelet will lock after 5 seconds of inactivity, which saves charge, but can be uncomfortable with frequent use.

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If after changing the language, some menu items remain in English, this is normal - some of the system messages are not localized.

Set up notifications and synchronize with applications

One of the key features of the Mi Band 4 is to alert you about calls and messages, and after resetting, all the notification settings are reset, so you need to configure them again.

To set up notifications:

1. Open Mi Fit and go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Notifications of annexes.
2. Turn on the Notification switch.
3. Select the apps you want to receive alerts from (such as WhatsApp, Phone, SMS).
4. Set up the display style: 📩 Full text – shows the entire message (consumes more energy). 📌 Only the icon is a budget mode, displays only the application icon.

For Android, you also need to allow Mi Fit to access notifications in your system settings:

1. Go to Phone Settings → Applications → Mi Fit → Notifications.
2. Enable permission to display notifications.

On iOS, setting up is easier: just enable notifications for Mi Fit in Settings → However, there is a limitation here: the bracelet cannot show text messages from iMessage (only notification of a new message).

⚠️ Note: If notifications come with a delay or duplicate, disable battery optimization for Mi Fit in your phone settings. Xiaomi/Redmi This is done in the settings → Annexes → Mi Fit → Battery → No restrictions.

For advanced users: Mi Band 4 can configure vibration patterns for different types of notifications. SMS This is done through third-party apps like Notify & Fitness for Mi Band (available on Google Play).

Data recovery and health monitoring setup

Once reset, all your steps, sleep and pulse data are zeroed on the wristband, but in the Mi Fit cloud, it's stored unless you delete your account.

1. Open Mi Fit and wait for the first sync (usually takes 1-2 minutes).
2. Go to Statistics and scroll down to Data History.
3. Click Sync if the data is not automatically displayed.

For proper health monitoring, adjust the following parameters:

• 🩺 User Profile: Indicate the exact age, height, weight and gender in Profile → Personal data. It affects calorie counts and sleep recommendations.
• 💤 Sleep goals: In Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Select Auto (for automatic tracking) or manually specify the time of rest/up.
• ❤️ Pulse measurement: Include Continuous measurement for round-the-clock monitoring (consuming) ~10% charge per day or select Auto (measures every 30 minutes).

If the bracelet does not correctly count steps or calories, calibrate:

1. Walk 20-30 steps with your phone in your hand.
2. Open Mi Fit and go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Calibration of steps.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

For owners of Mi Band 4 NFC: After the reset, you will need to re-link your bank cards to Mi Pay:

1. Open the Mi Pay app (download to Google Play or App Store).
2. Sign in with the same Xiaomi account as you do with Mi Fit.
3. Go to Cards and add your bank card (Mir, Visa, Mastercard are supported).

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To extend the life of the battery, turn off continuous pulse measurement and reduce the frequency of data synchronization in Mi Fit (Settings section). → Synchronization of data).

Post-discharge problems and their solutions

Even if you set it up properly, you can have problems after resetting, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

1.The bracelet is not synchronized with the phone

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (hold the button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of Bluetooth devices on your phone and connect again.
• 🔧 Update Mi Fit and bracelet firmware.

2.There is no Russian on the menu.

• 🌐 Install custom firmware with support for Russian (requires Mi Band 4 Tool).
• 📲 Check the region of the Xiaomi account – it should be “Russia” or “Global".

3. Battery discharges quickly

• ⚡ Turn off continuous pulse measurement and notifications from unnecessary apps.
• 🌙 Reduce the brightness of the screen to 2-3 levels.
• 🔋 Check the bracelet for background processes with the Mi Band 4 Tool.

4. Notifications are not working.

• 🔔 Enable notification permission for Mi Fit in your phone settings.
• 📵 Reconnect the bracelet to the phone.
• 🔄 Update the bracelet firmware.

If the bracelet is getting stuck on the Mi logo or does not respond to touch, perform a forced reboot:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
2. Hold the touch button for 20-30 seconds until the screen goes out and re-energizes.

To reflash the bracelet through the Mi Band 4 Tool:

1. Download the Mi Band 4 Tool and install it on PC.
2. Connect the bracelet to charging and start the program.
3. Select Flash Firmware and specify the path to the firmware file (for example, mi_band_4_ru_1.0.8.14.bin).
4. Wait until the process is complete (the bracelet will reboot automatically).

FAQ: Frequent questions after resetting settings