Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2: Full Instruction from Unpacking to Configuration

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 wireless headphones have become a popular choice thanks to a combination of affordable price, high-quality sound and compact design. However, even with such a simple device, users often have questions: how to make the first connection, what to do if the headphones are not determined by the phone, or how to reset the settings to factory.

The Basic 2 features a Qualcomm QCC3040 chip that provides stable Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and support for AAC and SBC codecs. But even with modern hardware, the pairing process can go wrong — especially if you’re trying to connect to a device not on MIUI. We’ll look at all scenarios, from standard connectivity to solving non-obvious problems.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before you start pairing, make sure that the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 headphones are fully charged. The indicator on the charging case case should burn white (when connected to charging) or flash green (when fully charged). If the indicator is red or not at all, this is a signal of a discharged battery, and connection will be impossible.

To activate the pairing mode:

• 🔋 Take both headphones out of the case - they will automatically turn on.
• 🔄 Wait for the headphone indicators to flash red and white alternately (meaning they’re ready to plug in).
• 📱 Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and start searching for devices.

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If the headphones don't flash, put them back in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then pull them out again, which will reset the current connection state.

Important: If you’re connecting headphones for the first time, they should appear on the list of available devices as Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 or Mi Basic 2. If the name is different (for example, displayed as LE-B12 or a random set of characters), this may indicate a fake or firmware failure.

2. Standard connection to Xiaomi smartphones (MIUI)

On devices with a branded MIUI shell (version 12 and later), the connection process is as simple as possible thanks to the quick pairing feature. When you first remove the headphones from the case, a pop-up with a suggestion to connect will automatically appear on the smartphone screen.

If the automatic window does not appear:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Make sure that the Bluetooth slider is active (blue).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 and tap it.
4. Confirm the pairing if necessary.

Once successfully connected, a headphone icon with charge level will appear in the top notification bar, and you can quickly switch noise reduction modes (if supported by your firmware version).

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3. Connect to Android smartphones (not Xiaomi) and iPhone

On other devices (Samsung, Realme, Google Pixel, etc.), the connection process is almost the same, but there are a few nuances. For example, some Samsung smartphones may need to manually allow access to contacts and call history – this is due to the peculiarities of the implementation of Bluetooth in the shell One UI.

For iPhone (iOS 14 and later):

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Bluetooth.
• 🔍 Wait until Mi Basic 2 appears on the list (the name may be shortened).
• 🔗 Put it on the device and wait for the pairing to be completed.
• 🎧 Check the sound: on iPhone, you may need to manually select headphones as the output device in Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner).

Note: Some features available on MIUI will not work on the iPhone, such as:

• 🔊 Automatic switching between devices (manual connection required).
• 📊 Displaying the charge level of each headphone separately (only the total charge of the case).
• 🎛️ Customize gestures through the application (you will have to use standard combinations).

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4. Solving Connection Problems

If the headphones aren’t detected by the phone or are bugged, check the obvious points first:

If standard methods don’t help, try resetting your headphone settings:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the back of the case for 15 seconds until the indicator flashes red.
3. Open the lid and take out the headphones - they will be ready for a new pairing.

5. Sound tuning and gesture control

By default, Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 supports basic gestures:

• 🎵 Double touch on any earpiece: playback / pause.
• 🔀 Triple touch on the right earpiece: the next track.
• 🔙 Triple touch on the left earpiece: the previous track.
• 📞 One touch during a call: Accept/complete a call.

On Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12+, you can reassign gestures through the Bluetooth Settings app:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2.
3. Choose Gesture Management and set up actions as you see fit.

For fine tuning of sound (equalizer, effects), it is recommended to use third-party applications, for example:

• 🎛️ Equalizer FX (Android – allows you to adjust frequency ranges.
• 🔊 Wavelet – supports the setting of sound for specific headphones.
• 🎧 Boom 3D (iOS/Android) — adds surround sound and presets for different genres.

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The equalizer setting is especially important for the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, as they have slightly dimmed high frequencies by default. Recommended preset: increase the sliders by 8-12 kHz by 2-3 dB for a clearer sound.

6. Optimization of battery operation

The Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 runs up to 5 hours on a single charge (with a case of up to 20 hours), but the actual performance depends on the volume, the codec used and the frequency of connections.

• 🔋 Do not keep headphones discharged for longer than 2-3 days - this reduces battery capacity.
• 🔌 Charge the case with the original cable USB-C (charge current 1A is sufficient).
• 🌡️ Avoid overheating – do not leave the case under direct sunlight or near heat sources.
• 📴 Turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone when the headphones aren’t in use (this also saves your phone’s charge).

If the headphones start to discharge quickly, check:

• 🔍 Contact state in case – oxidation or contamination may disrupt charging.
• 📲 Firmware version (in the Mi Earphones app).
• 🎧 Replay volume – at maximum volume, the operating time is reduced by 30-40%.

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To check the actual charge level of each headphone, use the Battery Widget Reborn (Android) or Bluetooth Battery Monitor (iOS) app. These utilities show detailed information that the standard interface does not display.

7.Use with Multiple Devices

Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 supports connecting to two devices at the same time (e.g. smartphone + laptop), but with the following reservations:

• 📱 The main device is the one to which the headphones are connected for the first time (all functions will work here).
• 💻 The second device is sound reproduction only (gestures and microphone may not work).

To connect to the second device:

1. Turn off the headphones from the first device (or turn off Bluetooth on it).
2. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (take out of the case, wait for the flashing of indicators).
3. Connect to the second device via its Bluetooth settings.

For quick switching between devices:

• 🔄 Nana MIUI: Open the notification panel and tap the headphone icon → Choose another device.
• 🍎 On iOS: Open Control, hold the soundbar and select Mi Basic 2.
• 🖥️ Nana Windows/macOS: manually turn off/connect headphones in the sound settings.

8. Frequent questions and answers