How to connect wireless headphones to the phone Xiaomi: instructions in Russian

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life, allowing you to listen to music, answer calls and watch videos without getting tangled. Xiaomi smartphone owners (including the Redmi, POCO and Mi line) often face questions about how to connect the headset correctly via Bluetooth, especially if it is the first headphones or a new phone model. In this article, we will discuss the step-by-step pairing process, consider the features of connection for different versions of MIUI, and give recommendations for eliminating typical errors.

Despite its apparent simplicity, the connection process can be complicated by outdated firmware, conflicts with other devices, or specific audio settings in Xiaomi. For example, some headphone models (such as Xiaomi AirDots or Redmi Buds) require additional actions to activate the pairing mode, and in newer versions, the newer versions require additional actions. MIUI 14/15 We changed the location of the Bluetooth menu, and we took all these nuances into account to make sure that the instruction was relevant for the devices. 2020–2026 year-end.

1. Connection Preparation: What to Check Before Pairing

Before you start connecting, make sure your smartphone and headphones are ready to go, which will help avoid most problems during the pairing phase.

First, check the battery power of both devices. Wireless headphones must be charged at least 30-50%, otherwise they can turn off during the connection. On Xiaomi smartphones, the charge level can be seen in the notification panel or in the Settings → Battery section. If the headphones are discharged, place them in the case for 10-15 minutes — this is usually enough for the first turn on.

Second, make sure your phone is Bluetooth on.

• 📱 Swipe down the screen to open the Quick Settings panel.
• 🔵 Find a Bluetooth icon and tap it. If the icon is grey, the module is off.
• 🔄 If there is no icon, go to Settings. → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth.

Also, you should delete information about previously connected devices from your phone's memory if they are no longer in use, which will free up slots for new gadgets and prevent conflicts, and you can do this from the Bluetooth menu by clicking on the gear next to the device name and select Delete.

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to connect headphones to Xiaomi via Bluetooth

The pairing process depends on the headphone model, but the overall scheme is the same for most devices. Below we will look at the universal algorithm, and then clarify the nuances for popular Xiaomi models.

Step 1. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones

• 🎧 Get your headphones out of the case (if that's it) TWS-Model – they must be automatically activated.
• 🔘 Press the power button (or touchpad) for 3-5 seconds until the indicator flashes red-blue (search mode).Some models (such as the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro) need to press and hold both touchpads simultaneously.
• 📡 Make sure the headphones emit an audible signal or a voice message (e.g., Ready to pair").

Step 2. Search for the device on the phone

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Make sure that the Bluetooth slider is active (blue).
3. Click Device Search (or Add a new device in older versions of MIUI).
4. The list of devices you find will show the name of your headphones (like Redmi Buds 5 or Mi True Wireless Earphones).

Step 3: Confirmation of conjugation

After clicking on the headphone name, the phone may request confirmation of connection. Some models (for example, AirDots Pro) will need to enter PIN-If the code doesn't fit, check the instructions on the headphones. Once you pair it successfully, the headphone indicator will stop flashing and light up blue (or go out).

Make sure the headphones are charged

Turn on Bluetooth on your phone

Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (blinking indicator)

Remove old devices from the Bluetooth list (if necessary)-->

3. Features of connection for different models Xiaomi

While the general principle of pairing is the same, some Xiaomi headphones and smartphones have unique nuances.

For smartphones with MIUI 14/15, the Quick Connection feature (similar to Google’s Fast Pair) is available. If your headphones support it (such as Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro or Redmi Buds 5 Pro), when you open the case next to the smartphone, a pop-up with a suggestion to connect will appear, which speeds up the process and automatically adjusts the optimal sound settings.

Important: Xiaomi LDAC-enabled headphones (such as Buds 4 Pro) require manual codec tuning in the Settings → Sound → Bluetooth sound quality menu. By default, AAC or SBC can be selected, which degrades the sound quality.

4. Adjust the sound after connection

Once paired successfully, it is recommended to optimize sound parameters for better perception. Xiaomi has several built-in tools for this.

Equalizer adjustment

Go to Settings → Sound → Equalizer. You can choose one of the preset profiles (Bases, Rock, Classic) or create your own. For headphones with support for ANC (active noise reduction), you can also have the control of the noise level.

Choosing a Bluetooth codec

Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth, tap on the gear next to the name of your headphones and select Sound Quality.

• 🎵 SBC — Standard codec, low quality, but stable connection.
• 🎧 AAC — Balanced quality, recommended for music.
• 🎛️ aptX/LDAC — High quality, but can cause delays (not supported by all models).

Customization of gestures

Many Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Buds 4) support gesture control. To set them up, go to Settings → Connected Devices → [Hearphone Name] → Gesture Management. Here you can assign actions to:

• 👆 Double touch (e.g. playback/pause).
• 👇 Triple touch (track skip).
• 👈 Retention (calling voice assistant).

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If the audio is interrupted after you connect, try disabling the dual audio feature in Bluetooth settings, which allows you to connect your headphones to two devices at the same time, but can cause interference.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even with the right connection, Xiaomi users sometimes face difficulties, and let’s look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The phone can't find the headphones

• 🔋 Check the charge of headphones and case - discharged devices do not appear in the list.
• 🔄 Reboot the Bluetooth module on your phone: turn it off and turn it back on in the notification bar.
• 📱 Make sure the headphones are in pairing mode (flashing indicator).
• 🚫 Remove the headphones from the list of associated devices and try to connect again.

Problem 2: The sound is interrupted or lagged

This problem is more common when using aptX or LDAC codecs.

• 🎛️ Switch to codec. AAC or SBC sound-tuning.
• 📶 Make sure there are no interference sources nearby (Wi-Fi routers, microwaves).
• 🔄 Turn off the dual audio function in Bluetooth settings.

Problem 3: Headphones are connected, but there is no sound

• 🔊 Check the volume level on your phone and headphones (sometimes they are adjusted separately).
• 🎧 Make sure the headphones are selected as the output device: swipe down the notification bar and tap on the Sound icon, then select your headphones.
• 🔄 Reboot the headphones: Put them in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out.

6. How to disable or remove headphones from your phone memory

If you no longer plan to use headphones or want to connect them to another device, you need to properly disable or remove them from the smartphone’s memory.

Temporary shutdown

To simply turn off the headphones without removing them from the list of associated devices:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Find your headphones in the list and tap on the Disconnect icon (not to be confused with Remove!).
3. Either turn off the headphones by putting them in the case or holding the power button.

Complete deletion from memory

If you want to reset the pairing (for example, to connect to another phone):

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Put it on the gear next to the headphones.
3. Select Delete (or Forget Device in some versions of MIUI).
4. Confirm the action.

After removal, the headphones will disappear from the list, and they will have to be reconnected, as when you first use them.

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If you plan to sell or give the headphones away, be sure to remove them from the Bluetooth list on all devices and perform a factory reset (if such a feature is provided).

7. Tips for Choosing Wireless Headphones for Xiaomi

If you haven’t bought headphones yet and are choosing a model for your Xiaomi smartphone, pay attention to the following criteria:

Compatibility with MIUI

Xiaomi headphones (Redmi Buds, Mi True Wireless) are optimized to work with MIUI and support additional features such as:

• 🎧 Fast connection (Fast Pair).
• 🎛️ Automatic equalizer setting.
• 🔋 Displaying the charge level in the notification panel.

Support for codecs

For better sound, choose models with support:

• 🎵 AAC — Optimal for music and video.
• 🎛️ aptX – low latency, suitable for gaming.
• 🎧 LDAC — High quality (up to 990 kbps), but requires MIUI 14+.

Additional functions

Depending on the budget, pay attention to:

• 🔇 ANC (Active noise reduction – useful for travel.
• 💧 Moisture protection (IPX4 and above, for sport.
• 🎤 The quality of the microphone is important for calls.

When buying, also pay attention to the Bluetooth version: for Xiaomi with MIUI 13+, Bluetooth 5.2 and later is optimal. This will provide stable connection and support for modern codecs.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting headphones to Xiaomi