How to reconfigure Xiaomi headphones: reset, connect and fine-tuning

Xiaomi headphones are some of the most popular wireless gadgets on the market, thanks to a combination of price, sound quality and functionality. 3T Pro, FlipBuds Pro) may eventually start to work with failures: communication is interrupted, do not synchronize with each other, refuse to connect to a new device or lose sound in one of the headphones. In 90% of cases, the problem is solved by reconfiguration - resetting to factory parameters and re-binding.

This article is the complete guide to reconfiguring Xiaomi headphones of all generations, including rare models like the Air 2. SE Or Buds 4 Lite. We'll take it down:

• 🔄 How to make a hard reset (even if the headphones do not respond to the buttons)
• 📱 Step-by-step connection to Android, iPhone and Windows/Mac
• ⚙️ Hidden settings in the Mi Earphones app (and why they are not in Xiaomi Wear)
• 🚨 Typical errors and ways to correct them (for example, when one earphone is silent)

All instructions are valid for firmware 2023-2026 and are checked on the latest versions of the software. If your model is released before 2020 (for example, AirDots Youth), some points may differ - we will warn you about this separately.

1. When you need to reconfigure Xiaomi headphones

Not all problems require a complete reset, sometimes just reboot your headphones or change the sound source, and you need to recalibrate the following:

• 🔌 Headphones do not connect to your phone (not displayed in the Bluetooth list or only connect for 1-2 seconds)
• 🎧 One of the headphones does not work (no sound, flashes red or does not turn on at all)
• 🔊 The sound is interrupted, interference or delay (lag) is heard when watching the video
• 📱 After updating the firmware of the smartphone (MIUI 14+, Android 13/14) The headphones stopped working properly.
• 🔄 Headphones spontaneously turn off or go into search mode (Pairing mode)

Warning: If the headphones are physically damaged (for example, after a fall or moisture), the reset will not help.In this case, check the integrity of the contact areas on the case and the charging case - often the problem lies in oxidized contacts.

2. How to make a reset (Hard Reset) on all models

The reset procedure varies depending on the generation of headphones, and below are the general instructions for the most common series.

Headphones with physical buttons (AirDots, AirDots Pro, Air 2)

For models with mechanical buttons (AirDots Youth, AirDots Pro, Air 2), the reset is performed as follows:

1. Put both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Wait until the headphones go out (this means they are completely turned off).
3. Open the case cover and hold the buttons on both headphones for 15-20 seconds.
4. The indicators will first light up in red, then white – this is a signal of a successful reset.

Make sure the case is charged at least 30 times%|

Remove headphones from the Bluetooth list on all devices|

Use the original cable to charge the case |

Do not interrupt the reset process until white light flashes.

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Headphones with touch control (Buds 3, Buds 4, FlipBuds)

Models without physical buttons (Buds 3 Pro, FlipBuds Pro, Buds 4) are reset via touch panels:

1. Place the headphones in the case and close the lid for 10 seconds.
2. Open the lid and touch and hold the touch panels on both headphones at the same time.
3. After 10 seconds, the indicators will flash red and white – let go of your fingers.
4. Close the case cover for 5 seconds, then open the headphones ready for a new connection.

Important: If the lights flash only red, it means battery drain, charge the case to at least 50% and repeat the procedure.

Table: Indicator signals after discharge

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After reset, Xiaomi headphones automatically go into pairing mode. If they do not appear in the Bluetooth list, try to remove them from the case and hold the touchpad (or button) pressed for 5 seconds until the white indicator appears.

3. Connect to the phone after reset

Once successfully reset, the headphones need to be re-attached to the device, a process different for Android and iOS.

3.1 Connection to Android (MIUI, Samsung, Pixel)

1. Open the Settings. → Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Get the headphones out of the case – they should automatically appear in the list as Mi True Wireless Earphones (or similar model name).
3. Click on the headphone name and confirm the pairing.
4. If you request access to contacts and call logs, allow (this is necessary for the voice assistant function).

For Xiaomi owners, install the official Mi Earphones app after you connect.

• 🎛️ Set up an equalizer (preset profiles: Basic, Vocal, Balanced)
• 🔋 View the charge level of each headphone and case
• 🔄 Update the firmware (critical for Buds 3 Pro and newer models)
• 🎧 Activate Low Latency (reduces the latency of the game)

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If the headphones don't connect to Android, try clearing the Bluetooth cache: go to Settings → Annexes → Show all applications → Bluetooth and press Clear Cache.

Connection to iPhone (iOS 15–17)

On the iPhone, the pairing process is easier, but the functionality is limited:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Get the headphones out of the case - they will appear on the list as Mi True Wireless.
3. Press Connect.

Restrictions on iOS:

• ❌ No equalizer access (sound settings are controlled via Settings) → Music. → Equalizer at system level).
• ❌ Low Latency Mode (Low Latency Mode) is not working).
• ❌ The charge level of each headphone is not displayed separately (only the total percentage in the status bar).

For advanced settings, you will need to use an Android device or emulator (BlueStacks).

3.3. Connecting to Windows 10/11 Mac

On PC, Xiaomi headphones work like a standard Bluetooth headset, but there may be problems with sound (such as low volume or no microphone).

1. On Windows: Start → Parameters → Devices → Bluetooth → Add a new device.
2. On Mac: System settings → Bluetooth.
3. Select headphones from the list and confirm the pairing.

⚠️ Note: On Windows, Xiaomi headphones can be defined as Headset instead of Headset. A2DP (To fix: Go to the Control Panel → Sound. Find the headphones in the list, right-click, and select Properties. In the tab, additionally set channel 2, 16-bit, 44100 Hz.

4.Configure via the Mi Earphones app

The Mi Earphones app (not to be confused with Xiaomi Wear!) allows you to fine-tune your sound, gestures and firmware, and you can download it here (Android only).

4.1. The main functions of the annex

• 🎵 Equalizer: 5 preset profiles + opportunity to create.
• 🔊 Microphone tuning: voice amplification, noise cancellation (available for Buds 3 Pro and later).
• 👆 Gestures: reassigning touches (for example, double tapping to pause or call a voice assistant).
• 🔄 Firmware update: Critical for bug fixes (for example, FlipBuds Pro version up to 1.4.0.6 had a problem with headphone synchronization).
• 🔋 Battery monitoring: displaying the charge of each earphone and case in real time.

How to connect headphones to the application:

1. Install and open Mi Earphones.
2. Connect the headphones via Bluetooth.
3. The application will automatically determine the model and offer available settings.

4.2. Hidden settings (for experienced users)

Some options are hidden in the advanced settings:

• 🔇 Monosound: Enacting mode when both earbuds play the same sound (useful if you lose one earbud). → Sound. → monosound.
• 🎮 Low latency mode: reduces lag to 80–100 ms (by default 150–200 ms). → Game mode.
• 🔄 Auto-disconnect: you can set a timer to turn off headphones through 5/10/30 minutes of inactivity.

⚠️ Warning: Low latency boosts battery consumption by 15-20%, only for gaming or video.

5. Solving common problems

Even after resetting, errors can occur, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

5.1 One earphone is not working

If after reset, one earphone is silent or does not turn on:

1. Check if the contact areas on the headphone and in the case are clean (wipe with an alcohol napkin).
2. Try charging the headphone separately: put it in the case and close the lid for 30 minutes.
3. If the indicator on the problem headphone is not burning, try to reset only it (hold the button / sensor for 30 seconds).
4. For Buds 3 Pro and newer models: Update your firmware through Mi Earphones.

5.2 Headphones plug in, but no sound

Causes and solutions:

• 🔈 The sound goes to the phone speaker: check if the speaker mode or Media mode is activated in Bluetooth settings.
• 🎵 Incorrect Bluetooth profile: Go to Settings on Android → Bluetooth → Settings (⚙️) headphone → Sound profile and select A2DP.
• 🔋 Headphones are discharged: even if the indicator is green, the battery could sit down to 1-5%. Charge 10 minutes.

The headphones are spontaneously deactivated

This is most often related to:

• 📶 Bluetooth interference: move away from interference sources (microwaves, 2.4 GHz routers, other Bluetooth devices).
• 🔄 Auto-disable: Turn off this feature in Mi Earphones (Settings) → Auto-disconnection).
• 📱 Power saving phone: on Xiaomi add Bluetooth to the list No restrictions (Settings) → Battery → Choice of applications).

Table: Error codes and their value

6. Update to the headphone firmware

Firmware affects communication stability, sound quality and uptime. Xiaomi regularly releases updates, but they are not always installed automatically.

6.1 How to check the firmware version

1. Open Mi Earphones.
2. Go to Settings. → Headphones.
3. Find the firmware version bar (e.g. 1.7.0.4 for Buds 3 Pro).

6.2 How to update firmware

If a new version is available:

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open Mi Earphones and wait for the update notification (or manually check in Settings). → Update of the PO).
3. Click Update and wait until it is completed (don’t turn off Bluetooth or close the app!).
4. After the update, the headphones will automatically restart.

⚠️ Note: If the connection is interrupted during the firmware update (for example, the phone battery is dead), the headphones may stop turning on. In this case: Put them in the case and charge 100%. Reset (see section 2.

The latest firmware versions (as of May 2026):

• Buds 3 Pro: 1.10.0.8 (Mic bugs fixed)
• FlipBuds Pro: 1.4.0.6 (improved synchronization)
• AirDots Pro 2: 1.3.0.5 (Battery Consumption Optimized)

7. Sound and battery optimization

To make your headphones last longer and sound better, follow these tips:

Set up the equalizer

In the Mi Earphones app, 5 pre-installed profiles are available:

• 🎶 Balanced – suitable for most genres.
• 🎵 Bass – amplifies low frequencies (for hip-hop, electronics).
• 🎤 Vocal – Raises the middle frequencies (for podcasts, rock music).
• 🎻 Classical – High frequency emphasis.
• 🎧 Custom – manually adjusting the bands 60 Hz, 230 Hz, 910 Hz, 3.6 kHz, 14 kHz.

Tip: to listen to music in transport, choose the profile Basovy and reduce high frequencies by 2-3 dB - this will reduce ear fatigue from noise.

7.2 How to extend battery life

• 🔋 Turn off low latency if you are not playing games.
• 🎧 Use a balanced profile – it uses the least energy.
• 📴 Keep your headphones in your case when not in use (even if they are turned off, they slowly discharge).
• 🔄 Once a month, do a full discharge-charging cycle (wait until the case discharges to 0%, then charge to 100%).

Comparison of operating time (on one charge):

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)