Connecting Xiaomi 1S to the phone: full instructions with error analysis

The Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter 1S is not just a vehicle, but a smart device that only unlocks its potential when properly synchronized with a smartphone. Without a phone connection, you lose access to critical functions like mileage tracking, fault diagnosis, firmware updates, and even lock-in. However, many users face problems at the interface stage — the device is not on the Bluetooth list, the Mi Home app gives an error, or the scooter refuses to respond to commands.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting (including alternative methods for older versions of firmware), analyze typical errors with codes 10061, 10002 and 5000, and give recommendations for setting up notifications and energy saving.

1. Preparation of the scooter and telephone for connection

Before syncing, make sure that both devices meet the minimum requirements. For Xiaomi 1S, the following conditions apply:

• 📱 Android version: no lower than 6.0 (Marshmallow) or iOS 10.0. On older systems, the Mi Home app may not support the Bluetooth 4.2 protocol used in the scooter.
• 🔋 Battery charge: at least 20%. At low charge, the scooter automatically turns off the Bluetooth module to save energy.
• 📶 Region in Mi Home: must coincide with the region of purchase of the scooter (e.g. Europe or China) Region mismatch leads to error 10061.
• 🔄 Scooter firmware: version not lower than 1.5.4. Check the relevance through the Settings menu → About the scooter (press the power button for 5 seconds).

The phone must:

1. Turn off the power saving mode (it can block the background work of Mi Home).
2. Enable geolocation (required to link the scooter to the Xiaomi account).
3. Delete the cache of the Mi Home app (in phone settings: Apps → Mi Home → Memory → Clear the cache).

⚠️ Warning: If you've previously connected a scooter to another phone, reset the scooter first. To do this, press the power and brake button simultaneously for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes. This will remove all the attached devices.

2. Step-by-step instructions for connecting via Mi Home

The official way to sync is through the Mi Home app.

1. Installation of the app: Download Mi Home from Google Play or App Store. Avoid third-party APKs - they may contain malicious code.
2. Account registration: Register or sign in to an existing Xiaomi account. Use a real email, which will receive notifications about scooter malfunctions.
3. Adding device: Press + → Add the device in the upper right corner. Select Transport category, then Scooter. Hold the phone to the scooter (up to 1 meter away) and wait for the Mi Electric Scooter 1S model to appear in the list.

Bluetooth pairing

Account binding

Europe

Make sure the scooter is on (the indicator is green)

Disable VPN on your phone

Check that Bluetooth is on and the phone is visible for other devices

Close background applications that use Bluetooth (e.g. fitness trackers)-->

If you encounter error 10002 (“Unconnected”) during the pairing step, follow these steps:

1. Reset the scooter (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
2. In your phone’s Bluetooth settings, remove any previously saved devices called Mijia or Mi Scooter.
3. Try connecting through another app – Xiaomi Scooter (an alternative client for scooters).

3. Alternative ways of connecting

If the standard method didn't work, try one of the alternatives, which are relevant for scooters with unofficial firmware or for problems with Xiaomi servers.

Method 1: Connect via Xiaomi Scooter (third party software)

The Xiaomi Scooter app (not to be confused with Mi Home) supports advanced settings, including manual accelerometer calibration and engine error reset.

1. Download the application from an official source (avoid pirated versions).
2. Turn on the scooter and activate the pairing mode (hold the power button for 5 seconds until the blue indicator blinks).
3. In the application, select Connect a new scooter → Mi 1S.
4. Enter. PIN-code: by default it is 0000 or the last 4 digits of the serial number (located under the QR-steering-column).

Method 2: Connect via m365 DownG (for firmware)

This method is suitable for experienced users who want to update the firmware or gain root access to the scooter.

Procedure:

1. Download m365 DownG from GitHub (Windows only).
2. Connect the scooter to your computer via a USB-C cable (use the original Xiaomi cable).
3. Start the program, select the COM port and press Connect.
4. To reset errors, use the command: send custom 0x55 0xAA 0x06 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x06

⚠️ Attention: Use of informal firmware (e.g, CFW) It deprives you of Xiaomi warranties and can lead to unpredictable behavior of the scooter.In some cases, after firmware requires re-association to the account through Mi Home.

4. Set up notifications and scooter parameters

After successful connection, set up the key parameters for comfortable driving:

So, you're going to focus on setting up geofences, virtual boundaries where the scooter locks itself, and it's useful for anti-theft.

1. At Mi Home, go to Smart. → geozones.
2. Specify the center of the zone (such as your home) and the radius (500 meters recommended).
3. Select the action when going beyond: Engine Lock or Notice.

The danger is also connecting to public Wi-Fi networks during synchronization, and attackers can intercept Xiaomi account data through vulnerabilities in the MITM (Man-in-the-Middle) protocol.

If the scooter has been stolen, follow the following steps:

1. Lock it through Mi Home (Smart → Control → Lock).
2. Contact Xiaomi Support with the serial number (located under the QR-steering-code).
3. Report to the police with attached screenshots from the app (travel history, latest location).

7. Update firmware via phone

Regular firmware updates fix connection errors, improve energy efficiency and add new features (e.g. BLE 5.0 support in new versions) to update the scooter:

1. Connect the scooter to the phone via Mi Home.
2. Go to Settings → Update firmware.
3. If a new version is available, click Update. Make sure the scooter battery is at least 50%.
4. Don't interrupt! power outage or Bluetooth at this stage can cause a controller to blink (break down).

The latest firmware versions for Xiaomi 1S:

If the update is suspended during the Preparation stage, follow the following steps:

1. Close Mi Home through Task Manager.
2. Reset the scooter (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
3. Repeat the update attempt by clearing the app cache beforehand.

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After updating the firmware, the scooter can automatically reset the speed and energy saving settings. Check them manually in the Settings section.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi 1S