Reset settings on Xiaomi Mi Band 2: full instruction with photos and videos

Why You Should Reset Mi Band 2 and When to Do It

The 2016 Xiaomi Mi Band 2 fitness bracelet is still popular with users due to its simplicity, reliability and low price, but even such a proven device sometimes requires a complete reset, a procedure that returns the gadget to factory status, for reasons ranging from banal synchronization errors to serious software failures.

The most common reset is required in three cases: 1. The bracelet stopped syncing with the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app despite multiple reconnections. 2. After the firmware update, the device began to glittle: does not show notifications, counts steps incorrectly or discharges in a few hours. 3. You sell or transfer the bracelet to another person and want to delete all personal data (activity history, tied account).

It is important to understand that resetting is not a panacea, and if the problem is a physical breakdown (e.g., the vibration or touch button is not working), then going back to the factory settings will not help, and in such cases, repair or replacement of the device is required.

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you reset Mi Band 2, follow a few steps that will help you avoid data loss and make it easier to reconfigure.

1. Sync your data to the cloud. Open the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app and wait for all the data (steps, sleep, pulse) to load onto the server. This is especially important if you plan to use the bracelet further, after the reset, the local history will be erased.

2. Remember or take a picture of the current settings:

• 🔋 Notifications: Which apps are allowed for alerts.
• ⏰ Alarms: time and days of the week.
• 🏃 Activity goals: number of steps, calories.
• 🔒 Unblock password (if installed).

3. Untie the bracelet from your account (optional). If you are selling a device, it is better to remove it from your profile in the application. To do this, go to Profile → My devices → Mi Band 2 → Delete the device.

Synchronize data with the cloud|Record the current settings|Charge the bracelet at least 50 times%|Unplug the account (if necessary)-->

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet is discharged below 20%, the reset may not be correct. Charge the device to at least 50% before the procedure.

Method 1: Reset via Mi Fit or Zepp Life

The easiest and safest method is to use an official app, which is suitable if the bracelet is still synced with the smartphone, but it does not work.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Mi Fit app (or Zepp Life for newer versions).
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices. → Mi Smart Band 2.
3. Scroll down and select Delete Device (in Zepp Life)
4. Confirm action. The bracelet will automatically reset and reset.

After that, the device will be ready for a new binding, you just have to hold it to the phone and follow the instructions on the screen.

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If the app does not have a Delete Device button, upgrade to the latest version of Mi Fit via Google Play or the App Store.

What to do if the bracelet is not displayed in the application?

• 📱 Reboot your smartphone and turn Bluetooth on/off.
• 🔄 Remove the Mi Fit app cache in your phone settings.
• 🔌 Try connecting from another device (such as a tablet).

Method 2: Hardware reset through the button of the bracelet

If the bracelet doesn't sync or the app can't see the device, you'll have to use a physical button on the case, which works even in severe software failures.

Instructions:

1. Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap.
2. Find a small button on the back (near the charging connector).
3. Take a paper clip or toothpick and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until you feel the vibration.
4. Release the button. The bracelet will reset and reset to factory settings.

Signs of successful discharge:

• 🔄 The bracelet vibrates three times in a row.
• 📱 The Bluetooth icon appears on the screen (means the device is ready for a new binding).
• ⏳ Time on the display is reset by 00:00.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse the reset button with charging contacts! pressing on metal pads can damage the device.

Method 3: Reset via engineering menu (for power users)

This method is suitable if the first two did not work or you want to perform a deep reset with the removal of all data, including hidden settings.

Algorithm:

1. Make sure the bracelet is at least 70% charged.
2. Open the Mi Fit app and connect to the bracelet.
3. Go to Profile → Settings → About the program.
4. Tap 10 times in a row on the firmware version, and you'll see a hidden menu.
5. Select Factory Reset and confirm the action.

After that, the bracelet will reboot and return to factory settings, which is more radical than standard reset, and can help with deep software errors.

What to do after resetting: set up Mi Band 2 from scratch

After a successful reset, the bracelet will look like a new one, without any connection to the account or with factory settings. To use the device again, follow the following steps:

1. Link the bracelet to your account:

• 📲 Open Mi Fit or Zepp Life.
• 🔍 Click Add Device and select Mi Smart Band 2.
• 🔗 Follow the instructions on the screen (you will need Bluetooth and access to geodata).

2. Set up the main parameters:

• ⏰ Set alarms in the alarm section.
• 🔔 Set up notifications in the Device Profile → Notifications.
• 🏃 Set goals for steps and activities in the Goals.
• 🔒 If necessary, turn on the screen lock with PIN-code.

3. Update the firmware (recommended) After reset, the bracelet may have an outdated version of the software.

1. Put the bracelet on the phone.
2. In the app, go to Profile → My Devices → Mi Band 2 → Firmware Update.
3. Download and install the latest version.

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After resetting, the bracelet automatically goes into Bluetooth search mode, and if it doesn't connect, restart the phone and try again.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even when resets are done correctly, users sometimes face problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

1.The bracelet does not vibrate after being reset

• 🔋 Check the battery charge (minimum 30%).
• 🔌 Try restarting the bracelet by holding the 5 second button.
• 📴 If the vibration does not work at all, a motor breakdown is possible.

2.The application does not see the bracelet after resetting

• 📱 Reboot your smartphone and turn Bluetooth on/off.
• 🔄 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in the Bluetooth settings of the phone.
• 📲 Update the Mi Fit app to the latest version.

3.There's an exclamation point on the screen (❗) This error means that the reset was incorrect due to an interrupted process or low battery charge:

1. Charge the bracelet to 100%.
2. Repeat the reset through the hardware button.
3. If the error persists, try resetting it through the engineering menu.

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet is permanently rebooted or not turned on after reset, this may indicate memory damage, in which case only flashing through the Mi Band Tool (requires a PC and a special cable) will help).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Mi Band 2 reset