Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Connection: Full Instruction from A to Z

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones (including Basic 2, Air 2/2S/2 Pro, AirDots 3) have become some of the most popular accessories thanks to a combination of sound quality, compactness and affordable price. However, even with such simple devices, users often have questions about how to make the first connection, what to do if the headphones are not on the list of available devices, or how to sync them with each other after a reset. This article covers everything from basic instructions to solving rare problems.

Feature TWS-The True Wireless Stereo is not only the absence of wires between the headphones and the sound source, but also between the headphones themselves, requiring the pre-sync of the left and right modules, which many users confuse with connecting to a phone. We will discuss both processes, as well as give recommendations for audio tuning and battery saving.

If you’ve just unpacked your headphones or experienced problems after upgrading your smartphone firmware, this guide will help you get your device back on track without going to the service center. All the steps are tested on current versions of Android 14 and iOS 17, but they’re also suitable for older systems.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before pairing with your phone, make sure that Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones are ready to go, a stage that is often missed, leading to errors such as the device not being listed Bluetooth or the left/right headphone not working synchronized.

Here’s what you need to do before connecting:

• 🔋 Charge the case: even if the indicator is on, connect the case to charge for 10-15 minutes. Minimum charge to activate the headphones is 10%.
• 🎧 Remove the headphones from the case: they must automatically turn on (blitzes a white indicator). If this does not happen, press and hold the touchpad on each earphone for 3 seconds.
• 🔄 Make sure you sync: after removal, the headphones must beep and blink at the same time. If you blink alternately, you need to reset (instruction in section 4).
• 📱 Prepare your phone: disable other Bluetooth devices (columns, fitness bracelets) to avoid conflict. On Android, it's also recommended to clear the Bluetooth cache in the app settings.

Important: Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones do not support simultaneous connection to two devices (multipoint).

2. Step-by-step instruction for connecting to Android

The process of pairing with Android smartphones (including Xiaomi, Samsung, Realme, etc.) takes no more than a minute if the headphones are properly prepared.

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your phone and activate the module.
2. Take the headphones out of the case, they will automatically go into pairing mode (the indicator flashes white and red). If the indicator is on straight white, press and hold the touchpad on the right earphone for 5 seconds until you hear the voice message "Ready to pair".
3. In the list of available devices, find the name of your model (for example, Mi True Wireless). EB2 Basic_XXX). Press it.
4. Confirm pairing. Some firmware (e.g. MIUI) may require additional permission to access contacts, which is secure and is needed for fast connectivity.

After successful connection, the indicator on the headphones will light up blue (for models with a RGB-It's going to go out, or it's going to go out. To check if it works, you're going to run any audio file. You're going to play it on both headphones at the same time.

3. Connection to iPhone (iOS) and features of the work

While Xiaomi Mi True Wireless is optimized for Android, it is fully compatible with the iPhone (starting with iOS 10).

• 📱 There is no codec support on iOS AAC For these headphones, the sound will be transmitted through the SBC, This can slightly degrade the quality at high frequencies.
• 🔊 Game Mode (Low Latency) only works on Android with Mi Earphones app installed.
• 🔋 The charge level of the headphones is not displayed in the status bar of the iPhone (only in the Bluetooth widget).

Instructions for iOS:

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the module.
2. Get your headphones out of the case and wait for the device to appear in the list called Mi True Wireless.
3. Click on the name – pairing will happen automatically without additional confirmation.
4. To check the microphone, go to Settings → Bluetooth → I icon next to the headphones → Microphone and select Mi True Wireless.

Advice for iPhone users: If the sound is interrupted while listening to music, turn off Auto Switch to AirPods in Bluetooth settings.

4. Resetting headphone settings (if not connected)

If the headphones are not detected by the phone, are not working synchronously or are permanently switched off, a hard reset is required, a process that removes all stored pairings and returns the device to factory settings.

Instructions for all Xiaomi Mi True Wireless models:

1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and press the left and right earphone touch panels simultaneously.
3. Hold for 15 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white alternately.
4. Release the buttons – the headphones will reset (the purple indicator will light up on models with RGB).
5. Close and open the case cover again - the headphones are ready for a new pairing.

Note: After reset, you may need to re-synchronize the left and right earphones.

1. Get both earphones out of the case.
2. Press and hold the touchpad on the right earpiece for 5 seconds until you hear the beep.
3. Repeat step 2 for the left earpiece.

5. Sound optimization and customization through Mi Earphones

By default, Xiaomi Mi True Wireless uses a universal audio profile that may not reveal the full potential of the device. For fine tuning, the official Mi Earphones app is recommended (available for Android in Google Play and AppGallery).

Annex capabilities:

• 🎛️ Equalizer: 6 preset profiles (+ customization).
• 🎮 Low-latency mode (Game Mode): reduces lag to 80-100 ms (useful for gaming and video).
• 🔊 Customizing touch gestures: reassigning actions (for example, double tapping to call a voice assistant).
• 📊 Charge monitoring: displaying the battery level of each earphone and case in real time.

How to tune the sound:

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open the Mi Earphones app and select your model from the list.
3. Go to the Equalizer tab and select the profile: Bass Boost for electronic music, Pure vocals for podcasts and audiobooks, Movies for movies (augmented medium frequencies).

Game Mode

Important: Equalizer settings are stored in the headphone memory and apply to all connected devices (including iPhone and PC).

💡

For better sound, disable all sound effects in your phone settings (such as Dolby Atmos or Adaptive Sound on Samsung) and they may conflict with the built-in DSP headphones.

6. Solving common problems

Even after connecting properly, users face typical problems, and here are the proven solutions for each of them.

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones stop turning on after falling or getting moisture, don't try to charge them.This can short-circuit. Place the device in a dry place for 24 hours, then try plugging it in.

7. Connect to other devices (PC, laptop, TV)

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless is compatible not only with smartphones, but also with smartphones. Windows/macOS, and also Bluetooth TVs. 4.0+. However, there are limitations:

• 💻 Windows. 10/11 You may need to manually install a Qualcomm Atheros driver for stable operation.
• 🖥️ On macOS, sound will only be transmitted by codec. SBC (The quality is lower than on Android).
• 📺 Smart. TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi TV) Possible sound delay up to 200-300 ms.

Instructions for Windows:

1. Open the settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
2. Click Add Add the device → Bluetooth.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (as in Section 2).
4. Select Mi True Wireless from the list and wait for the drivers to be installed.
5. In Control Panel → Sound, install the headphones as the default device.

⚠️ Warning: When connecting to a PC, turn off all other audio devices (columns, headphones) to avoid conflicts. Otherwise, sound can be played through the speakers of the system unit.

8. Care and extension tips

The average lifespan of Xiaomi Mi True Wireless is 2-3 years when used correctly. To avoid premature wear, follow the recommendations:

• 🔌 Charge the case with original cable or certified accessories only (5V/1A). Quick Charge reduces battery life.
• 🧼 Clean your headphones 1 time per week with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol (do not use water!).
• 🌡️ Avoid overheating: Do not leave headphones in direct sunlight or near heat sources (e.g. on the dashboard of a car).
• 📦 Keep your headphones in your case, even if they are discharged – this protects against dust and mechanical damage.

To check the wear of the battery:

1. Open the Mi Earphones app.
2. Go to Device Status → Battery.
3. If the capacity is below 80% of the nominal capacity, consider replacing the battery (at the Xiaomi service center).

Signs of battery failure:

• Headphones discharge in 1-2 hours (at the declared 4-5 hours).
• The case does not hold the charge (the indicator goes out a few minutes after disconnecting from the network).
• Headphones spontaneously turn off at a charge level of 30-50%.

💡

Regular cleaning of contacts in the case and headphones (1 time per month) prevents problems with charging and connection.

FAQ: Frequent questions