Why you should know the features of the Xiaomi Earphones 2 Basic
Xiaomi Earphones 2 Basic wireless headphones have become a popular choice due to the combination of affordable price and high-quality sound. However, many users face difficulties when connecting for the first time - the device is not detected, the connection is interrupted or the sound is distorted. These problems are often due not to a defect in the headphones, but to the peculiarities of the Bluetooth protocol and the phone settings.
Unlike wired headphones, wireless headphones require proper initialization before first use. For example, Earphones 2 Basic supports an A2DP profile to transmit audio, but some phones default to outdated codecs, which leads to delays. In this article, we will discuss not only the basic connection, but also hidden settings that will improve communication quality.
We will pay special attention to common errors: why headphones may not appear in the list of devices, how to reset them to factory settings and what to do if the sound is interrupted during a conversation. MIUI, Realme UI, Samsung One UI) and iOS (iPhone 8 and newer).
Technical specifications of Xiaomi Earphones 2 Basic: what affects the connection
Before setting up, it is important to understand which headphone parameters directly affect the pairing process.
- 🔋 Bluetooth version: 5.0 (backward compatibility 4.2/4.0, limitations are possible)
- 🎵 Supported codec: SBC (basic), AAC (iPhone does not support aptX or LDAC
- 🔄 Profiles: A2DP (sound), HFP (telephony), AVRCP (management)
- ⚡ Up to 6 hours on a single charge (depending on the firmware version)
- 📦 Weight: 4 g (each earphone), charging case - 35 g
The feature of this model is that there is no multipoint (simultaneous connection to two devices). If you are trying to connect your headphones to a phone already paired with a laptop, first disconnect them from the first device. Earphones 2 Basic does not support Bluetooth LE Audio, so Android 13+ may have problems automatically switching between devices.
| Parameter | Meaning | Impact on connection |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | More stable connection than 4.2, but may conflict with older adapters |
| SBC codec | Up to 328 kbps | Basic sound quality, possible delays on Android |
| HFP profile | 1.7 | Limited range of communication during calls (up to 5 meters) |
| Time to search. | 3 minutes. | The headphones automatically turn off if they are not connected during this time. |
If your phone supports Bluetooth 5.2 or newer (such as the Xiaomi 12 Pro or iPhone 13), we recommend manually selecting the AAC codec in the developer settings. This will reduce delays when watching videos. On Android, the path to settings: Settings → System → Developers → Bluetooth Codec.
Preparing headphones for the first connection
Before pairing with a phone Xiaomi Earphones 2 Basic need to withdraw from sleep mode and activate the search mode.
- Take both earphones out of the charger case. They should automatically turn on (the indicators will flash white).
- If the lights aren't on, put the headphones back in the case for 5 seconds, then retract it again.
- Press and hold the touchpad on the right earbud for 5 seconds until the lights start flashing red and white alternately.
Important: If the headphones have already been connected to another device, they need to be reset.
- Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
- Press and hold the button on the back of the case (near the USB-C connector) for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes red 3 times.
- Get your headphones out, they're ready for a new connection.
Get your headphones out of the case | Check the flashing of white indicators | Activate the pairing mode (5 seconds on the right earphone) | Make sure the red/white light flashes-->
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to connect the headphones separately. Earphones 2 Basic only work in pairs - if one headphone is not connected, the sound will be mono, and the microphone will turn off.
Step-by-step instructions for connecting to Android
The pairing process on Android may vary depending on the shell, but the overall scheme is the same.
- Open Settings on your phone and go to the Bluetooth section (or Connections → Bluetooth on Samsung).
- Activate Bluetooth if it's turned off. Wait for your phone to complete the search for available devices.
- The list of devices found will appear in Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic (or Redmi AirDots 2 in some regions).
Once you've successfully connected, you'll see a headphone icon marked Connected on the list of devices to check the quality of your connection:
- 🎧 Turn on any song – the sound should go synchronously in both earphones.
- 📞 Call another phone and check the microphone (your voice must be transmitted without noise).
- 🔄 Step away from the phone 3-5 meters – the connection should not be interrupted.
If the sound is only in one earpiece, it means that the pair is out of sync.
- Place both headphones in the case for 10 seconds.
- Take them out and wait for the automatic connection (the indicators should burn in blue).
- If the problem remains, reset your headphones (see the Preparation section).
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On Xiaomi phones with MIUI 13+, open Bluetooth Settings → Headphones → Additional settings and enable the “Sound Quality Priority” option, which will reduce delays when watching videos.
Connection to the iPhone: features and nuances
On Apple devices, the pairing process is easier, but there are specific points related to iOS security policy.
- Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the module.
- Remove the headphones from the case and activate the pairing mode (see the section "Preparation"). on the iPhone will be a notification "Discovered headphones Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic".
- Press Connect. The system can request permission to access the microphone, confirm.
After connecting, check:
- 🔊 In the Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner) there was an indicator of the level of charge of headphones.
- 🎵 In the Apple Music or Spotify app, the sound is played without distortion.
- 📱 B Settings → Bluetooth next to headphones name displayed Connected.
Features of working with iOS:
- ⚡ Headphones will automatically connect to the iPhone when removed from the case (if Bluetooth is enabled).
- 🔄 When you connect to a MacBook or iPad with the same iCloud account, sync will happen automatically.
- 🚫 The Quick Switch function is not supported (like AirPods), so you need to manually turn off the headphones to change the device.
⚠️ Attention: On iOS 16+ You may have a problem with one-way sound after you update the system. → Bluetooth, click on the icon "i" next to the headphones and select Forget this device, then connect again.
Solving common problems
Even after a successful connection, users face typical problems, and consider the most common ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones not detectable | Conflict with other Bluetooth devices | Disable all other gadgets (fitness bracelets, speakers) and repeat the search |
| The sound is interrupted. | Weak signal or interference from Wi-Fi | Turn off Wi-Fi or go closer to your phone (within 1 meter) |
| The microphone is not working. | Not selected HFP profile | In Bluetooth settings, select Use for calls |
| Charging is not working. | Oxidation of contacts in the case | Wipe your contacts with alcohol and check the USB-C cable |
If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is distorted or "breaking," the problem may be the codec. On Android, try manually selecting SBC over AAC:
- Enable Developer Mode (7 times click on Build Number in your phone settings).
- Go to Settings → System → For developers → Bluetooth codec.
- Select SBC and reconnect the headphones.
There are no alternative codecs for iPhones – if the sound is bad, try:
- 🔄 Reboot the phone.
- 📱 Update iOS to the latest version.
- 🎧 Reset the headphones (see section "Preparation").
What if the headphones are connected only one at a time?
Additional settings to improve communication
After a basic connection, you can optimize the work of the headphones through hidden phone settings or third-party applications.
On Android (especially Xiaomi):
- 🔊 Turn on absolute volume in Settings → For developers, this synchronizes the volume level on the phone and headphones.
- 🎵 Install Bluetooth Auto Connect app to automatically connect when extracted from case.
- 🔋 B Settings → Battery → Optimize add Bluetooth to the exclusion list so the system doesn’t turn it off in the background.
On the iPhone:
- 📱 B Settings → Universal access → Disable the mono-audio balance (if the sound is only in one headphone).
- 🔄 B Settings → Bluetooth press the "i" next to the headphones and turn on Connect to this iPhone.
For all devices:
- 📶 Avoid using headphones near microwaves or Wi-Fi routers at 2.4 GHz – they create interference.
- 🔋 If the headphones discharge quickly, turn off Device Search in Bluetooth settings after connecting.
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On phones with Qualcomm Snapdragon (such as Xiaomi 11T) for stable headphones, enable the option of “Dual channel audio transfer” in Bluetooth settings. This will reduce delays and improve synchronization of stereo sound.