How to Reboot Xiaomi AirDots 2: Full Instruction

Xiaomi AirDots 2 wireless headphones (also known as Redmi AirDots 2) remain among the most popular models among users due to the combination of price and quality. However, like any technique, they sometimes require a reboot - whether it is to fix connection problems, reset settings or restore factory settings. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways of rebooting, including soft reset, hard reset and solving typical problems that may occur in the process.

It's important to understand that the term "reboot" for headphones can mean things from simply turning off/on to completely resetting to factory settings. We'll look at each option in detail so you can choose the right method depending on the situation. If your AirDots 2 doesn't connect to your phone, make strange sounds or don't respond to presses, it's likely that they need to reboot.

Why do you need to reboot headphones Xiaomi AirDots 2?

Reboot is a one-stop solution for most software failures in wireless devices, and in the case of Xiaomi AirDots 2, it may be required in the following situations:

• 🔌 Headphones do not connect to a smartphone or other device, despite the Bluetooth enabled.
• 🔊 The sound is interrupted, distorted or absent in one of the headphones.
• 🔄 Headphones spontaneously turn off or reboot during use.
• 📱 Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app doesn’t recognize device.
• 🔋 Battery discharges quickly, although previously held the charge longer.

In most cases, a soft reboot (simple shutdown and on) helps to eliminate temporary failures. However, if the problem persists, a hard reset may be necessary - a return to factory settings. This is especially true if the headphones have previously connected to another device and "remembered" it, ignoring new pairing attempts.

Also, a reboot is useful after a firmware update (if available for your model) and in rare cases, the update may not be correct and the headphones start to malfunction, in which case the reset helps to restore stability.

Preparing for a reboot: what to do in advance

Before you start resetting, follow a few simple steps to avoid additional problems:

1. Check the charge level. Make sure there is enough charge in the case and headphones (at least 20-30%). If the battery is discharged, the discharge may not be correct.
2. Turn off the headphones from all devices. Go to your Bluetooth settings on your smartphone, find AirDots 2, and click "Forget the device" (or "Unplug").
3. Put the headphones in the case, which will make it easier, because some activities require you to press the buttons on both earphones at the same time.
4. Prepare instructions. If you're doing a hard reset for the first time, keep this manual handy -- some steps require exact pressing times.

If you plan to sell or transfer the headphones to another person, make sure to complete a complete reset, which will delete all information about previous connections and return the device to its original state, otherwise the new owner may face problems pairing.

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If the headphones don't respond to button presses, try clearing the contacts on the case and headphones with a dry cotton swab. Sometimes oxidation or contamination interferes with proper operation.

Xiaomi AirDots Reboot 2 – Step-by-step

Soft reboot is the equivalent of a smartphone restart, and it helps you fix temporary crashes without losing your settings. Here's how to do it:

1. Get both earphones out of the case.
2. Press and hold the touch button on the right earphone for 5-7 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.
3. Release the button. The headphones will automatically turn off and turn on again.
4. Place the headphones back in the case and close it for 10 seconds.
5. Take out your headphones and try to connect again.

If you have a problem after a soft reboot, try repeating the process 2-3 times. Sometimes the failures are cumulative, and a few reboots are enough to restore the work. If that doesn't work, move to a hard reset.

Make sure the headphones are charged

Disable them from all devices in Bluetooth settings

Put both headphones in the case

Close the case for 10 seconds before resetting-->

Hard reset (reset to factory settings)

Hard reset returns the headphones to their original state, removing all the stored connections and settings, a method recommended if:

• 🔗 The headphones do not connect to any device.
• 🔊 Sound is missing from one of the headphones despite a soft reboot.
• 📱 Mi Home app does not recognize the device.
• 🔄 Headphones are constantly turned off during use.

To perform a hard reset, follow the instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close it for 5 seconds.
2. Get the headphones out of the case.
3. Press and hold the touch buttons on both headphones at the same time.
4. Hold the buttons for 15-20 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately (this is a reset signal).
5. Release the buttons. The headphones will turn off and turn on again.
6. Place the headphones back in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out and try to connect as a new device.

Importantly, after a hard reset, the headphones will lose all the stored connections, and you will have to re-match them with a smartphone, tablet or other device.

Common Reboot Errors and How to Avoid Them

Many users have trouble trying to reboot Xiaomi AirDots 2 because they make common mistakes, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

Another common problem is that the headphones are plugged in, but only one of them is sounding.

1. Check the sound balance in your smartphone settings (sometimes it gets lost on one channel).
2. Perform a hard reset.
3. If the problem persists, try connecting the headphones to another device to rule out a smartphone malfunction.

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If after several attempts to reset the headphones still do not work correctly, the reason may be outdated firmware.

How to update the firmware on Xiaomi AirDots 2

Sometimes headphone problems are due to outdated firmware. Xiaomi periodically releases updates that fix bugs and improve stability.

1. Install the official Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app on your smartphone.
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app and find the Devices section → Headphones → Settings → Firmware update.
4. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions. Don't turn off your headphones or close the app during the process!
5. After the update, perform a soft reboot of the headphones.

If there is no section with updates in the app, this may mean that:

• 📱 Your headphone model does not support updates through Mi Home.
• 🔄 You already have the latest version of the firmware installed.
• 🌐 The app does not recognize headphones due to a failure (try reinstalling it).

In rare cases, the update may not be correct and the headphones will stop turning on.

⚠️ Note: If after updating the firmware headphones do not respond to buttons and do not turn on, place them in the case and connect the case to the charger on the 1-2 It often helps you get back to work. If you don't, go to Xiaomi's service center.

What to do if the reboot does not help?

If neither the soft reboot nor the hard reboot solved the problem, it could be a hardware malfunction.

• 🔧 Check the headphones on another device (another smartphone, tablet or PC) if the problem recurs, a malfunction in the headphones.
• 🔋 Try using another case to charge (if possible.
• 📞 Contact the official Xiaomi service center. If the headphones are warranty, repairs can be free.
• 🛒 If the headphones are old and the warranty is over, evaluate the feasibility of repair.

Typical hardware malfunctions Xiaomi AirDots 2:

• 🔊 The speaker does not work in one of the headphones (often due to moisture infestation).
• 🔋 The battery is quickly discharged (natural wear after the battery is discharged). 1-2 years).
• 📶 Poor communication quality (may be associated with an antenna or Bluetooth module).

If you decide to contact the service, take with you:

• Check or warranty card (if any).
• A charger case (may be in it)
• Smartphone, which connected headphones (for diagnosis).

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Before visiting the service center, perform a hard reset of headphones - this will eliminate software failures and save time for the master.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi AirDots 2 reboot