Connecting Redmi Airdots 2 to Xiaomi phone: full instruction with error solutions

Seamless sound without wires is the dream of every music lover, and Xiaomi’s Redmi Airdots 2 has been one of the most popular budget sounding games for several years. TWS-But even with a single brand, the pairing process sometimes raises questions: Bluetooth can't see the headset, the sound is interrupted, and the left/right headphones refuse to sync. This article will not only tell you how to connect Redmi Airdots 2 to a Xiaomi phone, but also will analyze typical errors, ways to fix them, as well as hidden chips to improve sound quality.

Redmi Airdots 2 features Bluetooth 5.0 protocol with codec support. SBC and AAC, In theory, it should guarantee a stable connection with any Xiaomi smartphone (from Redmi Note 8 Pro to Xiaomi 14 Ultra). MIUI 11 may require manual update of the firmware of headphones, and on new flagships with MIUI 14 – disable the dual connection function in Bluetooth settings.We tested all scenarios and collected relevant solutions for 2026, including work with Redmi Airdots 2 Lite and modification of Redmi Airdots 2S.

1. Preparation of headphones and telephone for pairing

Before you start connecting, make sure that both devices are ready for the process. Redmi Airdots 2 should be fully charged (the indicator on the case burns white), and on the Xiaomi phone - Bluetooth is turned on and power saving mode for wireless devices is turned off. If the headphones have already connected to another gadget, they will have to be reset - we will talk about this in the next section.

As for the software, check out:

• 📱 Version. MIUI: Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. Recommended for stable operation MIUI 12.5+.
• 🔄 System Updates: C Settings → The phone. → Update the system install the latest patches.
• 🎧 Headphone firmware: if Airdots 2 Not previously updated, their software may be outdated (up-to-date version — V4.7.1_20220315).

⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi phone is running Android 10 or lower, turn off Adaptive Bluetooth in Settings before connecting → Connections → Bluetooth → This option can cause audio delays in Redmi Airdots 2.

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To speed up the search for headphones, before connecting, place the case with Redmi Airdots 2 next to the phone (not more than 10 cm away) and open the lid. This activates the pairing mode automatically.

2. Standard Bluetooth connection

The basic way to connect Redmi Airdots 2 to a Xiaomi phone takes no more than 30 seconds, if you follow the algorithm:

1. Open the cover of the Redmi Airdots 2 charging case – the headphones should automatically turn on (indicators will flash red and white).
2. On your phone, go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth and activate the slider.
3. In the list of available devices, find "Redmi" Airdots_L" (left earphone) or "Redmi" Airdots_R" (right) and tap it.
4. Confirm the pairing on your phone. Once you've successfully connected, the headphones will light up in blue.

Headphones are displayed in the list of connected devices |Indicators on Airdots 2 are lit blue |The sound is played synchronously in both headphones | In the Bluetooth settings there is a "Media Sound" item for the headset-->

If after connecting the sound is only in one headphone, perform the following actions:

• 🔄 Reboot both headphones: Put them in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then pull out.
• 📱 On your phone in Bluetooth settings, click on the icon ⚙️ Next to Redmi Airdots 2 and select Disconnect, then reconnect.
• 🎛️ Check the sound balance: in the player or availability settings (Settings) → Special opportunities → Monoaudio, turn off Mono mode".

3.Reset Redmi Airdots 2 settings before connecting

If the headphones have previously been paired with another device or are unstable, they must be reset to factory settings. For Redmi Airdots 2, this is done as follows:

Step 1. Place both headphones in the charging case and close the lid for 5 seconds.

Step 2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case for 15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately.

Step 3. Close the case cover, the reset is complete. The headphones are now ready for a new pairing.

⚠️ Attention: After the Redmi Airdots reset 2 The phone can be temporarily defined as two separate devices (Redmi). Airdots_L redmi Airdots_R). This is normal – connect the left earphone first, then the right automatically syncs.

4. Solving Connection Problems

Even after a reset, Xiaomi users sometimes encounter errors, and below is a table of typical problems and solutions:

If the problem persists, check the headphone firmware version.

1. Connect Airdots 2 to your phone.
2. Install the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app from Google Play.
3. In the application, find headphones in the list of devices - the current version of the software will be indicated there.

Critical information: Headphones Redmi Airdots 2 firmware-old V4.0.1_20200910 They do not support automatic synchronization with Xiaomi. MIUI 14. Update your firmware through the Xiaomi Wear app or manually (instructions in the section) 6).

5. Sound and control optimization

After successfully connecting, configure Redmi Airdots 2 for maximum comfort:

• 🎵 Equator: In Settings → Sound. → Choose Preset Bass or Rock for a rich sound.
• 🔊 Volume: In Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → ⚙️ (opposite Airdots 2) → Pressure sets the maximum value.
• ⏯️ Gesture control: Double touch - playback / pause. Triple touch - next track. Hold 2 seconds. - Call voice assistant.

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To activate the control gestures go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → ⚙️ (Redmi Airdots 2) → Manage headphones and turn on the option "Touching".

If you're not functional enough, install a third-party MaterialPod or Wavelet app to fine-tune the sound.

• 🔧 Set up ANC (Active noise reduction, even on budget headphones.
• 📊 Visualize the frequency characteristics of Airdots 2.
• 🔇 Turning off the microphone during calls (useful for privacy).

6. Redmi Airdots 2 firmware update

The firmware of the headphones affects connection stability, sound quality and uptime.To update Redmi Airdots 2:

1. Install the Xiaomi Wear app (available for Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO).
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app, find Airdots 2 in the list of devices and tap on them.
4. If an update is available, an Update button will appear – press it and wait until it is completed (don’t turn off Bluetooth!).

⚠️ WARNING: Do not remove the headphones from the case or close the case during firmware updates. Interrupting the process may cause the headset to "brickle" (manual recovery via Fastboot is required).

If the automatic update doesn’t work, try an alternative method:

1. Download the latest firmware for Redmi Airdots 2 from the official Xiaomi website (section "Audio").
2. Unpack the archive and place the file fw_update.bin cellphone.
3. Connect the headphones, open Xiaomi Wear and manually select the firmware file.

7. Alternative ways of connecting

If the standard method doesn’t work, try these options:

Method 1. Through the Mi Home app

• 📱 Install Mi Home from the official store.
• 🔍 In the "Add device" section, select Headphones → Redmi Airdots 2.
• 🔄 Follow the instructions on the screen (scanning may be required) QR-case-code).

Method 2. Manually through the developer menu

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and tap the MIUI version 7 times.
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find the Bluetooth Codec option and select AAC (for best sound) or aptX (if supported).
4. Reboot the phone and reconnect.

Method 3. Through third-party utilities

Apps like Bluetooth Auto Connect or Btool help when Xiaomi stubbornly doesn't see the headphones.

• 🔍 Forced scanning of devices within range.
• 🔄 Reset Bluetooth cache.
• 📡 Increase signal power (requires root rights).

8. Frequent questions and answers