Connecting headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2: instructions for Android and iPhone

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 wireless headphones remain a popular choice thanks to a combination of high-quality sound, compact design and affordable price. However, even such proven devices sometimes have difficulties with the first connection - especially if you have not previously used it. TWS-In this article, we will discuss not only the standard procedure for pairing with Android and iPhone, but also the nuances that the manufacturer often does not keep silent: from resetting settings to solving problems with connecting to multiple devices.

It's important to understand that Mi True Wireless 2 supports Bluetooth 5.0, which should theoretically provide a stable connection. But in practice, users are faced with audio delays, sudden communication breaks or the inability to find headphones in the list of available devices. We analyzed typical errors and collected proven solutions from basic to advanced.

If you’ve just unpacked your headphones or are trying to plug them in after a long period of downtime, start with the first section. Power users can immediately jump to the problem-solving section or the multi-functional connection instructions.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before pairing with a phone or other device, the headphones must be properly initialized. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 is in standby mode by default, and several steps are required to activate the search:

• 🔋 Charging the case and headphones. Make sure the lights on the case are white (charging) >If the lights are red or not at all, connect the case to the power source for 10-15 minutes. The headphones begin to discharge even in the case, if its charge is close to zero.
• 🎧 Remove the headphones. Take both of the headphones out of the case at the same time, and it automatically turns them on. If you take out only one, the second one will remain in sleep mode, which can interfere with pairing.
• 🔄 Reset to factory settings (if necessary) If the headphones have already connected to another device, they may need to be reset. To do this, press and hold the touchpad on both headphones for 10 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white.

Note that the Mi True Wireless 2 case does not have a physical reset button, unlike newer models (e.g. Redmi Buds 3 Pro). All manipulations are performed through touch panels on the headphone case. If the indicators do not respond to prolonged pressing, check the battery power - at a level below 5%, the reset may not work.

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If the headphones don't turn on after being removed from the case, try cleaning the contacts on the headphones and inside the case with a dry cotton swab. Oxidation or contamination of the contacts is a common cause of problems.

Connecting to a smartphone on Android

The process of pairing with Android devices is as simplified as possible, but there are nuances that depend on the version of the operating system and shell (MIUI, EMUI, One UI, etc.).

1. Open Settings → Connected devices → Bluetooth (on Xiaomi, the path may be different: Settings → Bluetooth).
2. Activate Bluetooth if it is turned off.
3. Get your headphones out of the case – they should appear on the list of available devices like Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 or Mi True Wireless EB2.
4. Click on the headphone name in the list. If you have a request for code confirmation (usually 0000 or 1234), type it in.

On devices with MIUI 12 and later, the quick connection function can work: immediately after removing the headphones from the case, a pop-up with a suggestion of pairing will appear. If the window does not appear, check if the option is enabled Quick connection devices in the Bluetooth settings.

Make sure that Bluetooth is on.|Check the charge of the case (>30%)|Get both earphones at the same time|Update your smartphone firmware (if available)-->

After a successful connection in the status bar Android will appear icon headphones, and in Bluetooth settings – additional options:

• 🔊 Sound mode: You can choose between Balanced, Enhanced bass or Clear High (not available on all firmware).
• 📱 Priority device: if the headphones are connected to several gadgets, here you can set the main.
• 🔋 Charge level: Displays separately for the case and each earphone (requires Android 8.0)+).

Pairing with an iPhone or iPad

Although the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 is optimized for Android, it is fully compatible with iOS.

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Take the headphones out of the case and wait until the Mi True Wireless EB2 device appears in the list.
3. Tap the name to connect. The confirmation code is not usually required.

iOS doesn't have full AAC support, so it can play through SBC, a lesser-quality, but versatile codec. It's not critical for most users, but audiophiles will notice the difference when listening to high-bitrate music. Also, the iPhone doesn't display the real-time charge level of the headphones -- only the approximate percentage in the battery widget.

⚠️ Note: On iOS 14 and later, there may be a problem with automatically reconnecting your headphones after being removed from the case. To fix this, forget the device in your Bluetooth settings (ⓘ → Forget this device) and pair again.

To improve connection stability on the iPhone, it is recommended to:

• 📱 Disable Automatic switching between devices (if active).
• 🔄 Reboot the headphones (put in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out).
• 📶 Make sure there are no other active Bluetooth devices around that cause interference (such as smartwatches or speakers).

Connecting to multiple devices

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 supports multi-site connectivity, but with limitations. Headphones can remember up to 8 devices, but be connected to only one at a time.

1. Disable the headphones from the current device via Bluetooth settings.
2. Activate Bluetooth on the second device and wait for the automatic connection (if the headphones have already been paired before).
3. If you don’t have an automatic connection, select Mi True Wireless EB2 manually from the device list.

Important: When you first connect to a new device, the headphones can forget the previous one. To avoid this, use the following algorithm:

If the headphones refuse to connect to the second device, reset (see Prepare) and pair them again, starting with the priority gadget. Also make sure that both devices have Bluetooth Visibility Mode (on Android, this is the option to Make the device visible).

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Mi True Wireless 2 headphones do not support simultaneous sound playback on two devices (for example, for phone calls and music on a laptop).

Solving Connection Problems

Even if the instructions are followed correctly, there can be failures, and let's look at typical scenarios and how to fix them:

1. Headphones are not defined by the device

• 🔋 Check the charge of the case and headphones (indicators should burn white).
• 🔄 Reset your headphones (hold the touch panels for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Restart your smartphone or tablet.
• 🛠️ Update the firmware of the Bluetooth module on your phone (relevant for Xiaomi on the phone) MIUI).

2.The sound is interrupted or delayed

The reasons can be from the headphones and the source:

• 📶 Make sure there are no physical barriers between the headphones and the device (walls, metal objects).
• 🎵 Check the bitrate of an audio file: files with a resolution above 320 kbps can cause delays on weak Bluetooth modules.
• 🔄 Turn off and reconnect the headphones.
• 📱 On Android, try turning on Developer Mode and activate the option to Turn off the absolute volume level.

3.Only one earphone works

This is one of the most common problems.

• 🎧 Check if the earpiece is inserted correctly in the ear (the microphone should be closer to the mouth).
• 🔋 Put both earphones in a case for 20 seconds, then pull out.
• 🔄 Reset (see above) and reconnect.
• 🛠️ Clean contacts on headphones and in a case from dust or oxidation.

⚠️ Warning: If only one earpiece is running after all the manipulations, check it on another device. If the problem persists, this may indicate a hardware defect (for example, detachment of contacts inside the case.

Update of the headphone firmware

Xiaomi periodically releases firmware updates for Mi True Wireless 2, which fix connection errors and improve sound. The update is only available through the official Mi Home app (formerly Xiaomi Home).

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account.
3. Connect the headphones to your smartphone (they should be in the list of Bluetooth devices).
4. Open Mi Home, press + → Add device → Headphones.
5. Select Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and follow the instructions on the screen.
6. If an update is available, a notification will appear. Confirm the installation and wait for completion (the headphones should be in a case with the lid open).

Important: Do not interrupt the update process and do not close the cover of the case. This can lead to the "bricking" of the headphones, after which you will need to contact the service center.

After the firmware update:

• 🔄 The headphones will automatically reboot.
• 📱 Re-connection with devices may be required.
• 🎵 Check the sound quality – in new versions of firmware often optimize the operation of codecs AAC and SBC.

1. Remove them from the list of Bluetooth devices and connect again.

2. Use another smartphone to update.

3.Reinstall the Mi Home app.-->

Care and extension of service

To make Xiaomi Mi True Wireless 2 last longer, follow these guidelines:

• 🧼 Clean: wipe your headphones and case once a week with a dry wipe. Use a soft brush (such as a toothbrush) to remove earwax from the speaker mesh).
• 💧 Resistance to water: despite the protection class IPX4, Don't put your headphones in water. They're resistant to splashes, but not to direct jet hit.
• 🔋 Charging: Use the original cable USB-C Or a certified analogue. Avoid charging from high-power adapters (>5V/1A).
• 🌡️ Temperature: Do not leave your headphones in the sun or near heat sources (e.g., on a car torpedo).°S – +35°S.

The average battery life in Mi True Wireless 2 is 2-3 years with heavy use.

• 🔄 Once a month, completely discharge and charge the case (battery calibration).
• 📵 Do not keep your headphones empty for a long time (below 10%).
• 🔌 Avoid using wireless charging (if the case supports it) – it wears out the battery faster.

⚠️ Attention: If the case stopped charging the headphones, check the contacts for oxidation. Often the problem is solved by cleaning with an alcohol wipe. If this did not help, the charging controller may have failed, in which case repair is required.

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