How to reset headphones Xiaomi Haylou GT1 Pro to factory settings: 3 proven ways

Xiaomi Haylou GT1 Pro headphones are a popular model with excellent value for money, but even they sometimes require a complete reset. You may have encountered constant communication interruptions, sensors malfunctioning or just want to sell the device — in any case, a factory reset solves most software problems. However, the procedure has nuances: wrong actions can lead to loss of paired data or even temporary inoperability of one of the headphones.

In this article, we will break down the three official reset methods (via app, buttons, and a combination of actions), explain how to avoid typical errors, and give recommendations for post-procedure setup. Particular attention will be paid to the problems that may arise when resetting headphones with firmware below version 1.2.8 - in this case, additional synchronization via Bluetooth will be required. LE Audio.

When do I need to reset the Haylou GT1 Pro?

Factory reset is a last resort, but sometimes it's a must, and here are the key situations where the procedure is justified:

• 🔄 Headphones do not connect to the phone, although they used to work stably (even after the smartphone reboot).
• 🎧 One of the headphones does not play sound or connects with a delay (the problem is not solved by clearing the Bluetooth cache).
• 🔋 The battery is discharged quickly (less than 2 hours of operation) in the absence of physical wear and tear of the battery.
• 📱 Haylou Fun app fails to recognize headphones or shows error "Device Not Found".
• 🔄 You transfer the headphones to another user and want to delete all saved connection profiles.

If the problem is hardware (such as a physical breakdown of the speaker or microphone), reset will not help, in which case, check the headphones on another device or contact the service center.

⚠️ Warning: After resetting, all user settings (sound uniformity, control gestures, Mi Account binding) will be deleted. Record or photograph the current settings in advance if you plan to restore them later.

Method 1: Reset via Haylou Fun (recommended method)

This is the safest and easiest way to do this, as the app automatically syncs your headphones after reset, and is suitable for most firmware versions, including 1.2.8+.

Instructions:

1. Open the Haylou Fun app and connect the headphones (if they appear in the list of devices).
2. Go to the Device → Settings (cog icon) → Reset settings.
3. Confirm the action by pressing "Confirm." The headphones will reset, and the indicator will flash red and white.
4. After restarting, re-bind through the application.

If the headphones don’t show up in Haylou Fun, try:

• 📱 Remove them from the list of connected Bluetooth devices in your phone settings.
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone.
• 🔋 Put the headphones in the case for 10 seconds, then remove and hold the button on the case for 5 seconds (until the indicator flashes).

Make sure your headphones are charged (>30%)

Close all background applications that use Bluetooth

Stay within 1 meter radius of the phone

Connect headphones to the Haylou Fun app-->

Method 2: Hardware reset through buttons on headphones

This method will be useful if:

• 📵 Headphones are not defined by any device.
• 🔄 Haylou Fun app does not install or open.
• 📱 You are using a device without Bluetooth 5.0 support.+ (Like an old laptop).

Algorithm of action:

1. Place both headphones in the charging case and close the lid for 5 seconds.
2. Pull out the headphones and hold the touchpads on both for 10-15 seconds until the lights start flashing red and white alternately.
3. Put the headphones back in the case and close the lid. In 10 seconds, remove them, the reset is complete.

If the lights do not flash or flash on only one headphone:

• 🔋 Check the charge of the case (the indicator on the case should burn green when connected to the charger).
• 🧲 Try resetting only the troubled earpiece by holding its touchpad for 20 seconds.
• 🔄 Use a different charging cable (sometimes contact issues).

⚠️ Note: On headphones with firmware 1.1.5 and below, a hardware reset may cause the stereo pair to become desynchronized. This will require re-association via the Haylou Fun app (Section "Add Device").

Method 3: Reset by a combination of actions (for power users)

This method is used if standard methods fail, for example, because of a software failure of the Bluetooth controller, and requires the following steps to be followed precisely:

1. Make sure the headphones are discharged to 0% (the indicator on the case flashes red when connected to charging).
2. Connect the case to the charging and wait until the indicator lights up green (full charge).
3. Remove the headphones and simultaneously touch the touch panels on both headphones 3 times at intervals of 1 second.
4. Place the headphones back in the case and close the lid for 20 seconds.
5. After removal, the headphones should automatically go into pairing mode (blinking white indicator).

This works 90 percent of the time even in serious software failures, but it can take several attempts.

• 🔌 Quality of contacts in the case (clean them with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol).
• 📱 Compatibility of your smartphone with Bluetooth LE Audio (headphones) GT1 Pros require support for this protocol for stable operation).

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If the headphones are connected after reset, but the sound is interrupted, try turning off the option "Developer Options → Bluetooth Audio Codec" in the phone settings.

Table: Comparison of discharge methods

The ADB method is not described in this article, as it requires root rights on a smartphone and is only suitable for power users. If you are willing to take a chance, look for instructions on profile forums (for example, 4PDA or XDA Developers).

What do I do after the dump?

Reset is only half the battle, so to keep your headphones running smoothly, follow these steps:

1. Update your firmware through Haylou Fun (Update section) and up-to-date version at 2026 is 1.3.5.
2. Set up your gestures: 👆 Double touch of left earphone: "Previous track" or "Call voice assistant". 👇 Double touch of right earphone: "Next track" or "Pause/playback".
3. Calibrate the wear sensor: 🎧 Put on your headphones and go to Haylou Fun → Settings → Wear sensor. 🔄 Follow the instructions on the screen (you will need to remove and put on the headphones 3 times).

Reset the Bluetooth cache

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Bluetooth (or "All Applications" → "Bluetooth").
• 🗑️ Click "Clear Cache" and "Reset Settings".

If after resetting the headphones do not hold the connection (turn off after 5-10 seconds), try:

• 📵 Turn off Bluetooth Energy Saving in your phone settings.
• 🔄 Reconnect headphones in "Developer Mode" (includes through 7 clicks on "Assembly Number" in the phone settings).

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After reset, always check the firmware version. Outdated versions (below 1.2.8) can cause connection problems to Android 12+ and iOS 15+ devices.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with the right reset, users often face problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions:

• 🚫 Error: The headphones are reset, but they're not connecting to the phone. Solution: Remove them from the list of associated devices in the Bluetooth settings, then search for new devices. If it doesn't work, reboot the phone.
• 🔊 Error: There is only sound in one headphone.Solution: Check the sound balance in the phone settings (Settings) → Sound. → If the problem persists, reset again.
• 🔋 Mistake: After reset, the headphones quickly discharge. Solution: Completely discharge and charge the headphones 2-3 times (battery calibration). If it does not help, replace the battery in the case.
• 📱 Mistake: Haylou Fun app doesn't see headphones after reset.Solution: Install an alternative app like Mi Fit (sometimes it better recognizes Xiaomi devices).

If none of these methods worked, there may be a problem with the hardware.

• 🔌 Contacts in the case (they should be clean and not bent).
• 🎛️ Integrity of plumes inside headphones (with mechanical damage).
• 📡 Bluetooth module on your phone (try connecting other headphones).

⚠️ Note: If the headphones Haylou GT1 Pros were purchased on AliExpress or other sites without an official warranty, resetting the firmware may lead to a lock on the Internet. IMEI (In this case, recovery is possible only through the Xiaomi service center.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the Haylou GT1 Pro reset