How to connect headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 to the phone: instruction + error solving

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds headphones 2 (codename TWS2) They are one of the most popular budgets. TWS-But even with a device like this, users often have questions about how to make the first connection, what to do if the phone can't see the headphones, or how to sync them after reset. In this article, a step-by-step instruction with illustrations, relevant for Android (including: MIUI), iOS (iPhone) and even Windows/Mac, and also to analyze typical errors.

The Mi True Wireless 2 feature is Bluetooth 5.0 support with AAC codec for high-quality audio transmission, which means that the headphones are compatible with almost any device released after 2018. But there are nuances: older smartphones may not support dual connectivity (where each earphone connects to the phone independently), which affects the stability of communication.

Important: If you have purchased a used headphone or after long storage, first perform a factory reset, which will eliminate most connection problems.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before pairing, make sure that the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 headphones are charged and in search mode.

• 🔋 Charging the case and headphones: connect the case to the power source (use the cable) USB-C). The indicator on the front of the case should be red (charging) or white (fully charged.
• 📱 Bluetooth check on your phone: turn on Bluetooth in your smartphone settings. On Android path: Settings → Connected devices → Bluetooth. On iPhone: Settings → Bluetooth.
• 🎧 Removing headphones from the case: pull out both earphones - they must automatically turn on (blitzes white indicator).If the indicator is not burning, press and hold the touchpad on any earphone for 3 seconds.

If the headphones flash red, it means low charge (less than 10%), in which case the connection may be interrupted - charge the device first. Also note that for the first connection it is better to use one headphone (usually the right one), as it is the master in the pair.

⚠️ Note: If the headphones have previously been paired with another device, they can automatically connect to it.To avoid this, turn off Bluetooth on all previously used gadgets or perform a reset (section 4).

2. Step-by-step instruction: connection to Android (MIUI and other firmware)

On Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI firmware, the pairing process is made as simple as possible thanks to built-in support for ecosystem devices.

1. Open the case cover and remove the headphones. They should automatically go into pairing mode (the indicators flash white and red alternately).
2. On your phone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn it on.
3. The list of available devices will appear in Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2 (or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2).
4. Confirm pairing if you have a request. MIUI may need to be introduced PIN-code - default is 0000.
5. Wait for the "Connected" message. Now the headphones are ready to use.

On smartphones from other brands (Samsung, Realme, Honor, etc.), the process is similar, but there may be no automatic model definition, in which case, select the device manually from the list of "Other devices".

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After the first connection, the headphones will automatically connect to the phone when removed from the case. If this does not happen, check the Bluetooth settings on the phone - the Auto Connection option may have been disabled.

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

While the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 isn’t certified for Apple, it works great with the iPhone (starting with iOS 12).

• 📱 Limited functionality: Advanced gesture management will not work on iOS (e.g. calling Siri instead of Google Assistant).
• 🔊 Codec AAC: iPhone automatically uses codec AAC, This ensures good sound quality, but there may be a delay when watching videos.
• 🔋 Charge Display: The battery level of the headphones and case will be displayed in the Bluetooth widget (scroll down on the home screen).

Instructions for iPhone:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn it on.
2. Remove the headphones from the case – they should appear in the list as Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2.
3. Click on the device name and wait for the connection (the status will change to "Connected").
4. If the headphones are not detected, press and hold the button on the back of the case for 5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white and red.

⚠️ Note: Some versions of iOS (e.g. iOS 15) may have a problem when the sound is only in one headphone. → Bluetooth, press the "i" next to the headphone name and select "Forget this device", then repeat the pairing.

4.Reset Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 headphones to factory settings

If the headphones don't connect, malfunction, or one of them doesn't play sound, do a hard reset, which will delete all the saved connections and return the device to its original settings.

How to reset:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the case cover and press simultaneously on the touch panels of both headphones (left and right).
3. Hold them for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red (3 times in a row).
4. Release the buttons, the headphones will reset, and now you can reconnect them, just like when you first use them.

After reset, the Mi True Wireless 2 headphones automatically synchronize with each other (right becomes lead, left - follow). If synchronization does not occur (for example, sound is only in one earphone), repeat the reset or use forced synchronization:

• 🔄 Take the headphones out of the case and wait until they connect to the phone.
• Put both headphones back in the case for 10 seconds, then remove - they should sync automatically.

5. Connection to PC (Windows) 10/11) Mac

Mi True Wireless 2 headphones can be used with computers, but there are some subtleties here, for example, on Windows you may need to manually install drivers to make the microphone work properly.

For Windows 10/11:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your PC (via Start → Settings → Devices → Bluetooth).
2. Remove the headphones from the case and put them in pairing mode (hold the touchpad on any headphone for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white and red).
3. In the list of devices, select Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2 and click Connect.
4. If the sound is only in one headphone, go to Control Panel → Sound, find the headphones in the list and set them as “Default Device”.

For Mac (macOS):

• 🍎 Open System settings → Bluetooth.
• Click "Connect" next to Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2.
• If the headphones are not determined, reboot the Bluetooth module on your Mac: hold Shift + Option and click on the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar, then select Reset Bluetooth module.

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On a Windows PC, to reduce the latency of audio in games or videos, install the aptX codec via Bluetooth Auto Connect (available from the Microsoft Store).

6. Common Problems and Their Solutions

Even after a successful connection, Mi True Wireless 2 users are faced with common errors, and here are the most common ones and fixes:

• 🔇 No sound in one earphone: Check if the contacts in the case or on the earpiece are dirty (wipe with a cotton swab with alcohol). Reset (section 4) and reconnect. On Android, go to Settings → Bluetooth, press the gear next to the headphones and select "Disable audio", then plug again.
• 🔌 Headphones don't charge in the case: Check if the indicator on the case burns when you connect to the charge. If not, there's a problem in the cable or the port. Move the headphones in the case - sometimes the contacts don't touch tight. Use the original cable. USB-C (Not all cables support data transfer and charging at the same time).
• 📶 Permanent communication interruptions: Make sure your phone is less than 10 meters away (no obstruction). Disable other Bluetooth devices that may interfere (fitness bracelets, speakers). On Android, turn on Sound Priority mode in Bluetooth settings.

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones start to shut down after 5-10 minutes of use, this may indicate a case battery is discharged. Connect the case to charge for 30 minutes, even if the indicator is green - sometimes the charge controller gives false signals.

7. Additional settings and capabilities

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 headphones support a few hidden features that many users are unaware of:

• 🎵 Low Delay Mode: On Android (MIUI) You can turn on Game Sound mode in Bluetooth settings, which reduces lag when watching videos or playing games, but can degrade the sound quality.
• 🔊 Customization of gestures: Double tap: default playback/pause. You can reassign to call voice assistant or move to the next track. Triple tap: call Google Assistant (on Android) or Siri (on iOS). Volume increase/decrease (configured in the Mi Home app).
• 🔋 Charge Level Check: On Android, install the Device widget on the home screen, which will display the charge of the case and headphones. On iOS, the battery level is visible in the Bluetooth widget.

For advanced settings, use the official Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS):

1. Download Mi Home from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Sign up or sign in through your Xiaomi account.
3. Click Add Device → Headphones → Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen for pairing.

The annex may include:

• Update the headphones (if available).
• Set up eQUALIZER (presets for music, movies, games).
• Enable the "One earphone" mode (mono mode).

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The Mi Home app is a must-have for updating the headphone firmware, and without it, some features (such as customizing gestures) will not be available.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2