How to reset the settings on headphones Xiaomi AirDots Redmi: full instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi AirDots Redmi wireless headphones (also known as Redmi AirDots) have become popular due to a combination of affordable price and good sound quality. However, even such a reliable technique sometimes requires a reset — for example, if the headphones stopped connecting to the phone, are working intermittently or one of them refuses to sync with the other. In this article, we will discuss in detail how to perform a factory reset on different models of AirDots Redmi, including Redmi AirDots Basic, Redmi Airmi AirDots S and Redmi AirDots 2.

The reset procedure may seem simple, but there are nuances: wrong actions can lead to a complete loss of communication with the headphones. For example, if you interrupt the process during a firmware update or reset only one headphone from a pair, it can cause desynchronization — when devices stop “seeing” each other, we will tell you how to avoid such errors and what to do if the reset did not help.

When you need to reset settings on Xiaomi AirDots Redmi

Factory reset is a last resort when other ways of solving problems have not worked, and here are the main situations where the procedure is really necessary:

• 🔌 Headphones do not connect to a smartphone or other device, although they used to work normally.
• 🔊 The sound is interrupted, interference is heard, or one earphone is silent despite charging.
• 🔄 The headphones are not synchronized with each other (for example, the right does not connect to the left).
• 📱 In the list of Bluetooth devices, they appear as an “unknown device” or under an old name.
• 🔋 After updating the firmware, glitches appeared (spontaneous shutdowns, low volume).

Before you reset your settings, try simpler solutions:

• 🔄 Reboot the headphones (remove them from the case, wait 10 seconds, return them back).
• 📱 Remove the headphones from the list of paired devices on the phone and connect again.
• 🔋 Charge your case and headphones to 100% – sometimes problems are caused by low charge.

⚠️ Attention: If the Redmi AirDots headphones don't respond to button presses and don't charge, resetting won't help.In this case, the problem is most likely a hardware malfunction (discharged battery, damaged contact).

Step-by-step: how to reset the settings on different models

The reset process is slightly different depending on the headphone version. Below is a universal instruction that is suitable for most Xiaomi AirDots Redmi models, as well as individual nuances for specific devices.

Universal method (for all models)

This method works on Redmi AirDots Basic, Redmi AirDots S and Redmi AirDots 2:

1. Put both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Wait 5-10 seconds until the headphones start charging (the indicator will light up on the case).
3. Open the case cover and hold the button on the back of the case for 15-20 seconds.
4. Indicators on headphones and case will flash red and white – this is a signal of a successful reset.
5. Close the case cover, then open it again and connect the headphones to the phone as a new device.

If the lights don't flash, repeat the procedure by holding the button for longer (up to 30 seconds), and on some models, the reset is confirmed by double flashing of white light.

Features of the reset for Redmi AirDots 3 Pro

Redmi AirDots 3 Pro has a different algorithm due to updated chip and support LC3-This is how the reset is done:

1. Put the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the touchpad on both headphones simultaneously for 10 seconds.
3. Indicators will start flashing purple (purple) color - this is a signal of the beginning of the reset.
4. Release the buttons and wait until the indicators go out and light up again white.
5. The headphones are now ready for a new pairing.

If the reset is not successful, check that you are clicking on touch panels, not physical buttons (there are no mechanical buttons on AirDots 3 Pro).

Reset via mobile app (for supported models)

Some Xiaomi AirDots models (like the Redmi AirDots 2 in the firmware after 2021) support reset via the official Mi Home app or Xiaomi Wear.

1. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
2. Open the Mi Home app and find the headphones in the list of devices.
3. Go to Device Settings → Further → Reset settings.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed.

This is a safer way, because it controls the process and minimizes the risk of errors, but it doesn't work on all models -- if you don't have a "Reset" option in Mi Home, use the physical method.

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If the headphones don't connect after reset, try rebooting the phone. Sometimes the problem lies in the cache of the smartphone's Bluetooth module.

What to do if the reset did not help: diagnosis of problems

In 10 to 15 percent of cases, resetting the settings doesn't solve the problem, and it may be related to:

• 🔋 discharged battery (earphones or case do not hold the charge).
• 📡 Bluetooth interference (other devices within a 10-meter radius may interfere with the connection).
• 🛠️ Hardware malfunction (damaged contacts, microphone, speaker).
• 📲 Outdated firmware (earphones require updating).

Let us examine each case in more detail.

Problem: Headphones don’t charge or discharge quickly

If after resetting the headphones still do not hold the charge, check:

• 🔌 Contacts in the case - wipe them with an alcohol napkin (dirty or oxidation interfere with charging).
• 🔋 Battery status – if the headphones last more than 2 years, the battery could degrade.
• 📱 Energy consumption – disable functions like ANC (active noise reduction, if any.

A critical sign of battery failure: Headphones discharge in 10 to 20 minutes when the case is fully charged, in which case only a replacement of the battery in the service center will help.

Problem: Headphones are connected, but the sound is interrupted

If the sound is lost, it appears, the reason may be:

• 📶 Weak Bluetooth signal – try bringing your phone closer to your headphones.
• 🎧 Interference from other devices – turn off the nearby Wi-Fi router at 2.4 GHz.
• 📱 Bluetooth Codecs – Select the phone settings SBC instead AAC or.

On Android, the codec changes like this:

1. Open the Settings. → Connected devices → Settings gear next to the headphones.
2. Select the Audio Codec and install it SBC.

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, you can't change the codec - the system automatically selects the best one. If the sound on the iPhone is interrupted, try turning off the Automatic Switching feature in Bluetooth settings.

Problem: One earphone is not working (not synchronized)

If after reset, one headphone (usually the right one) does not connect to the left one, follow the following steps:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Take out just the left earpiece and wait 10 seconds - it should start flashing white.
3. Now, pull out the right earphone – if the synchronization is successful, both will start flashing in sync.
4. If the right earphone does not respond, repeat the reset by holding the button on the case for 25-30 seconds.

If the problem persists, it could be that the Bluetooth chip in one of the headphones is damaged, in which case only repairs will help.

Update the firmware after reset: do I need?

After resetting, the headphones return to the factory version of the firmware. If you previously updated them through Mi Home, it is possible that some features (such as transparent mode or equalizer setting) will stop working, in which case it is recommended to update the firmware again.

How to check and update the firmware:

1. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
2. Open the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app.
3. Find the headphones in the list of devices and go to their settings.
4. If an update is available, an Update button will appear – press it and wait for it to be completed.

If your model does not support OTA-Updates (for example, AirDots Basic), the firmware is updated only in the service center using special equipment.

⚠️ Warning: Don't interrupt the firmware update process! If the headphones run out or the phone is interrupted during the update, they may fail.

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Resetting doesn't remove the firmware, it just returns the settings to factory settings. If you have problems after resetting, it could be the firmware itself, try updating it.

Frequent Resetting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make the same mistakes that make the reset fail or make the problem worse, and the most common ones are:

• ❌ Resetting just one earpiece leads to desynchronization. Always drop both earphones at the same time.
• ❌ Interrupting the process – if you release the reset button ahead of time, the settings may not reset completely.
• ❌ Use of unoriginal case - some cases from third-party manufacturers do not support the reset function.
• ❌ Reset at low charge – if the battery is discharged below 20%, the headphones may turn off during the procedure.

To avoid errors, follow this algorithm:

1. Charge the case and headphones to 100%.
2. Make sure you use the original case from Xiaomi.
3. Reset in a quiet place, without interference from other Bluetooth devices.
4. If you fail the first time, repeat the procedure by holding the button longer.

If after several attempts the reset fails, there may be a problem in the hardware. For example, on Redmi AirDots 2, the reset button on the case sometimes fails, in which case only repairs will help.

Alternative ways to solve problems without resetting

Before resorting to resetting, try less radical methods:

Reconnect via Bluetooth

Sometimes it is enough to remove headphones from the list of devices and connect them again:

1. On the phone, open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Find Redmi AirDots in the list and click Forget the device.
3. Put the headphones back in the case, then take them out and wait until they start flashing white.
4. Connect them to your phone as a new device.

Cleaning up Bluetooth cache on your phone

On Android, it sometimes helps to clean the Bluetooth module cache:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Show all applications.
2. Find Bluetooth in the list and click on it.
3. Select Warehouse. → Clear the cache.
4. Reboot your phone and try to reconnect the headphones.

On the iPhone, the Bluetooth cache is cleared automatically when the device is rebooted.

Checking for interference

If the headphones are turned off less than 5 meters from the phone, the problem may be interference.

• 📵 Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone (especially if the router is running at 2.4 GHz).
• 📱 Disable other Bluetooth devices (fitness bracelets, smart watches).
• 🏠 Move to another room (walls and furniture can screen the signal).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions