Why is wearing AirDots properly important?
Xiaomi AirDots (including Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless Earphones and AirDots Pro) have become one of the most popular wireless headsets thanks to a combination of price, sound quality and convenience. However, many users face problems: one earphone falls out while running, the sound seems muffled, or discomfort occurs after 30 minutes of wear. 90% of the time, the reason lies in the wrong technique of wearing.
AirDots designs anatomically fit, but without taking into account the individual characteristics of the ear. The manufacturer completes the headphones with three sizes of silicone earpieces (S/M/L), but even with the right size, installation errors negate all the benefits. This article will help you to understand how to avoid typical errors and achieve the perfect fit for maximum comfort and sound quality.
It is important to understand that the wrong position of the headphones not only reduces the sound quality, but can also lead to damage to the membrane (because of the loose fit, the bass sounds distorted) or even inflammation of the auditory canal (if the earbuds press on the cartilage).
Preparing headphones for the first use
Before you insert Xiaomi AirDots, you need to follow several mandatory steps, neglecting them often causes unstable connection or discomfort.
- 🔋 Charge the case and headphones. Even if the indicator shows a charge, connect the case to the power source for 10-15 minutes.
- 🧼 Wipe the embushures with an alcohol solution (at least 70%) and are treated with silicone lubricant in the factory, which can cause skin irritation.
- 🔍 Check the integrity of the speaker grid, and sometimes it's left with the production fibers, and they need to be carefully removed with a dry brush.
- 📱 Update the headphone firmware (if available). For AirDots Pro 2 and later, use the Mi Home app or Xiaomi Earphones.
Pay special attention to the choice of earpieces. There are three sizes in the kit, but how do you determine the optimal one? Take the largest size (L) and try to put on the earpiece without the music on. If you feel pressure on the cartilage of the ear, take a smaller size. Perfect: the earpiece tightly covers the ear canal, but does not cause a sensation of "heating".
Step-by-step technique of putting on: 3 key stages
The most common mistake is to try to insert an earphone right into the ear canal, like classic plugs. AirDots has a different design: they are fixed by the anatomical bending of the body and the silicone seal.
- Turn the earphone around on the right side. The body has a label L (left) and R (right). The AirDots 3 Pro also has an LED, which should look ahead.
- Pull the ears back and up. This straightens the ear canal. To the left ear, to the right ear, to the left.
- Insert the earphone at an angle of 15-20 ° (the nose of the earphone should "look" at the user's nose), then slightly scroll it clockwise for the right ear and against for the left.
- Make sure it's tight: close your ear with your palm and listen to the sound change, and if there's no difference, the earpiece is wrongly chosen.
To test if the fixation is reliable, tilt your head forward and shake it. If the earphone doesn't move, it's the right fit. If it does, repeat the process by scrolling the body a little harder when you install it.
The headphone does not fall out when the head is tilted |
The sound becomes deaf when the ear is closed with the palm of the hand |
No pressure on the antitragus (cartilage in front of the ear canal)|
Microphone directed to mouth (for models with noise maker)-->
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes that spoil the experience of the headphones.
| Mistake. | Effects of consequences | How to fix it |
|---|---|---|
| Wearing without pulling off the ears | Undense fit, loss when moving | Always pull your ear back before installation. |
| Use of inappropriate sized ambushes | Discomfort, deterioration of sound insulation | Experiment with sizes, even if it seems to fit. |
| Insert the headphone perpendicular to the head | Pressure on cartilage, rapid fatigue. | Direct the headphone at an angle of 15-20 ° to the head |
| Wearing more than 4-5 hours without a break | Skin irritation, headache | Take breaks every 2 hours for 10-15 minutes |
Critical error: use headphones immediately after sports or shower. The moist environment of the ear canal creates the perfect conditions for the reproduction of bacteria. If you had to wear AirDots on wet ears, after using wipe the earbuds with alcohol solution and dry the headphones in a case with an open lid for 1-2 hours.
⚠️ Attention: If after 30 minutes of wearing you feel a throbbing earache, remove your headphones immediately. This is a sign of improper pressure distribution on the eardrum. Try a different size of earbrush or contact the ENT.
Features for different models Xiaomi AirDots
The technique of wearing can vary slightly depending on the model.
- 🎧 Redmi AirDots (1st generation): The body is more rounded, requires strong scrolling during installation. Often fall out when running - it is recommended to use size L ear canals even with a narrow ear canal.
- 🎧 Mi True Wireless Earphones 2: Have an elongated nose. Plug it deeper into the ear canal, but without effort. Model is sensitive to the right insertion angle (optimum 22-25).°).
- 🎧 AirDots 3 Pro: Active noise cancellation, for proper operation ANThe earpieces should fit tightly, and check the tightness by covering the ear with your palm, and the sound should almost completely disappear.
- 🎧 AirDots SE: The most budget model with simplified ergonomics, often requiring replacement of the embroideries with third-party ones (for example, SpinFit). CP100) stable-land.
For touch-controlled models (AirDots Pro 2, AirDots 3), it is important that the earphone does not shift when you touch it. If you notice false positives, try putting the earphone a little deeper or, conversely, not completely.
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Tips for comfortable long-term wear
Even with the right fit, long-term use of AirDots can be uncomfortable.
- 🌡️ Control the temperature: If your headphones get hot (especially in summer), take breaks every 1.5 to 2 hours.
- 🔄 Alternate earbuds: If you wear headphones for more than 6 hours a day, have two sets of silicone tips and change them every 3 days.
- 🧴 Use a moisturizer for the skin of the ear (such as Bepanthen Sensiderm) if you notice irritation.
- 🎛️ Set up the equalizer: Reducing high frequencies (above 8 kHz) reduces hearing fatigue during prolonged listening.
For athletes: Before training, apply a thin layer of Vaseline to the edge of the bucket - this will improve tightness and prevent slipping when sweating. After training, be sure to wipe your headphones with isopropyl alcohol (70%+) and dry for an hour.
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If the headphones start to hang around after a few months of use, it's not a defect, but a sign of wear and tear of the earpieces. Silicone loses elasticity. Replace the headphones with new ones (original or compatible, for example, Comply Foam).
What to do if the headphones are constantly falling out?
If you followed all the instructions, but AirDots still don’t hold, the problem may be:
- Try out the bottles from other manufacturers: SpinFit CP100 for wide ear canals; Comply Foam for active lifestyle; Sony Hybrid for improved sound insulation.
Wear of silicone tips
Failure of the fixation mechanism
AirDots Pro
For a temporary solution, you can use bilateral medical tape (for example, 3M Micropore) to seal the inside of the bottle with it, which will increase friction, but remember to change the tape every 2-3 days.
⚠️ Warning: Do not use superglue or other aggressive adhesives to fix the bulges! glue pairs can damage the speaker and, if hit on the skin, cause a chemical burn.
Headphone care: how to extend the service life
Proper care not only prolongs the life of Xiaomi AirDots, but also improves the sound quality.
- 🚿 Clean: once a week remove earwax from the speaker mesh with a soft brush (come with some models). Use 70% isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab to disinfect.
- 🔋 Charging: Do not leave your headphones in the case for more than 24 hours, which reduces battery capacity, the optimal way to charge to 80-90% and turn off.
- 🌡️ Storage: Avoid direct sunlight and temperatures above 35°C. Do not store the case in the car in the summer - this leads to deformation of the embushures.
- 💧 Water protection: despite the marking IPX4 (In most models, don't use headphones in the rain or in the pool. Salt water and chlorine destroy silicone.
For models with active noise cancellation (AirDots 3 Pro), check the ANC once a month: in a quiet room, turn on the noise cancellation and listen. If you hear a hissing background, you need to clean the microphones (use compressed air or a soft brush).
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Regular cleaning of the speaker mesh improves sound by 15-20% by removing sulfur deposits that distort high frequencies.