How to sync headphones Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro: full instruction with photos and tips

Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro wireless headphones remain among the most popular models in the brand lineup due to the combination of sound, convenience and affordable price. However, even with such proven devices, users sometimes face difficulties when connecting or re-synchronizing for the first time – especially if it is a question of pairing with a new smartphone, laptop or after a reset. This article will help you understand all the nuances of the process, from basic settings to solving non-standard situations.

Unlike wired headphones, wireless headphones require the right algorithm for stable operation. If you are holding the AirDots 2 Pro for the first time or have experienced connection problems, here you will find the latest instructions for Android, iOS, Windows and even MacOS. And we will reveal the secrets to avoid common mistakes and what to do if the headphones “can’t see” each other or refuse to connect.

Before you go into practice, make sure your headphones are charged (the indicator on the body should burn white or flash red when low charge), and the device you connect them to supports Bluetooth 5.0 or later - this guarantees maximum connection stability. If you have already tried to sync your headphones and faced problems, do not miss the section about resetting - it will save 90% of the time.

Basic connection to the smartphone: step-by-step instructions

To start with, the most common scenario is pairing Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro with an Android or iOS smartphone, which takes less than a minute if you follow a clear algorithm. Importantly, the headphones should be paired before the first connection (for how to activate it, read below).

For Android devices (including Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO)

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the module.
2. Remove the headphones from the case - they will automatically turn on and go into pairing mode (the indicators on the headphones will flash red and white).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro (or similar name) and tap it.
4. Confirm the pairing if necessary.

For iOS (iPhone/iPad), the process is almost identical, but there is a caveat: in some versions of iOS, the headphones can appear as LE-AirDots 2 Pro. If the connection does not happen, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth: Disable and turn the module back on in Settings → Bluetooth.
• 📱 Previous articleUpdate iOS: outdated versions of the system sometimes conflict with the protocols Xiaomi.
• 🔋 Charge the case: if the indicator on the case does not burn, the headphones may not go into pairing mode.

Once successfully connected, the headphones will automatically sync to the device when removed from the case. If this does not happen, check if they are connected to another gadget (for example, a laptop) - AirDots 2 Pro supports multi-connection, but sometimes require manual switching.

Headphones charged (indicator on the case burns white)

Bluetooth on your smartphone is enabled and visible for other devices

Headphones removed from the case and flashing red and white

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Synchronization with a PC or laptop (Windows/MacOS)

Connecting Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro to your computer is a little different from working with a smartphone, especially if we are talking about Windows 10/11. The main difficulty is Bluetooth drivers: built-in modules do not always work correctly with Xiaomi headphones. If your PC does not see the device, first update the drivers through Device Manager (Bluetooth section).

Instructions for Windows:

1. Press Win + I, select Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Activate Bluetooth and press Add Device → Bluetooth.
3. Remove the headphones from the case and hold the button on the case for 5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.
4. In the list, find Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro and plug in.

For macOS, the process is simpler:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click Connect next to AirDots 2 Pro in the list.
3. If the headphones don't show up, reboot the Bluetooth module via Terminal with the command: sudo pkill bluetoothd

Once connected, check if your audio profile is correct. In Windows, go to Control Panel → Sound and make sure that AirDots 2 Pro has a Stereo profile (A2DP) rather than a Headset (HSP) profile, which gives you the worst sound quality.

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If the headphones are connected but the sound is interrupted, turn off the option “Reduce sound quality for better compatibility” (if any) in your Bluetooth settings on your PC.

Resetting headphone settings: when and how to do

If Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro refuses to connect, doesn't sync with each other, or is always looking for a device, it's time for a hard reset, which brings the headphones back to factory settings and solves 90% of pairing problems. Importantly, after reset, you have to reconnect the headphones to all devices.

How to reset your settings:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case for 15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red (3 times in a row).
3. Release the button, reset is complete. The headphones are now ready for a new pairing.

After resetting, headphones may behave unusually:

• 🔊 No sound in one earphone – take both out of the case and wait for automatic synchronization (indicators should burn white).
• 📱 Do not connect to your phone – remove them from the list of paired devices in Bluetooth and repeat pairing.
• 🔋 They are quickly discharged – after discharge, it may be necessary 1-2 Full charging cycle for battery calibration.

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Even after a successful connection, AirDots 2 Pro users sometimes experience problems, and we've compiled the most common scenarios and ways to fix them, from the basic to the non-obvious.

The problem of lag when watching video deserves special attention, which is typical for Windows PCs and some Android devices.

• 🎧 Change the codec: in Bluetooth settings, select SBC instead AAC (last-time).
• 🖥️ Use Bluetooth 5.0 Adapter: Built-in modules in older PCs often run unsteady.
• 📺 Enable Game Sound Mode: Some Xiaomi firmwares have a Low Latency option (low latency).

Critical information: if after updating the firmware of the smartphone (for example, to MIUI 14+) the headphones stopped working correctly, try rolling back the update of the Bluetooth module through the engineering menu (code # #5376##).

Multi-connection: how to use headphones with multiple devices

Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro supports multi-connection, which allows you to pair up with two devices at the same time (like a smartphone and a laptop), but this feature doesn’t work as intuitively as you’d like.

1. First Connection: Spare the headphones with the main device (like a smartphone) as usual.

Second connection:

Open Bluetooth on the second device (laptop, tablet).

Hold the button on the case for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white (multi-connect mode).

- Find the headphones on the list and plug them in.

Now, headphones will automatically switch between devices depending on which one plays the sound, for example, if you listen to music on a smartphone and then start a video on a laptop, AirDots 2 Pro will reconnect to it.

Important nuances:

• 📱 Device priority: the first connected device takes priority. To change it, remove the headphones from the Bluetooth list on both devices and repeat pairing in the desired order.
• 🎵 Number limit: you can only connect 2 devices at a time. The third one will have to break the connection with one of the current devices.
• 🔋 Increased battery consumption: in multi-connection mode, headphones are discharged 10-15% faster.

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Multi-connection works only stably on Bluetooth 5.0+ devices. On older versions (4.2 and below), communication breaks are possible.

Update firmware: whether and how to check the version

Xiaomi AirDots 2 Pro firmware affects connection stability, sound quality and even battery life. Unfortunately, Xiaomi does not provide an official way to upgrade via PC, as Sony or Samsung do. However, you can check the current firmware version and manually update it through the Mi Home app (Android only).

How to check the firmware version:

1. Connect the headphones to your smartphone.
2. Open the Mi Home app (download from Google Play if it isn’t).
3. Go to Profile → Settings → My Devices and find AirDots 2 Pro.
4. In the device information, there will be a firmware version string (e.g., V4.7.1).

If an update is available, the app will prompt you to install it.

• 🔄 Don’t interrupt the process: Turning off Bluetooth or closing the app during an update can cause headphones to “brick.
• 📶 Stable connection: make sure your smartphone doesn’t lose touch with your headphones (keep them close by).
• 🔋 Charge not less than 50%: discharge during firmware fraught with failures.

After upgrading, the headphones may behave unusually, such as resetting to factory settings or requiring re-pairing. That's normal - just follow the instructions on the screen.

Alternative ways of connecting (for experienced users)

If standard methods don't work and the headphones still don't want to connect, you can try non-obvious solutions, which take a little more effort, but often help in desperate situations.

Method 1: Manual addition of the device through MAC-address (for Windows)

Sometimes AirDots 2 Pros don’t appear in the list of available devices, but you can add them manually:

1. Find out. MAC-Headphone address via nRF Connect (available for Android/iOS).
2. In Windows, open Control Panel → Devices and printers → Add a device.
3. Select Add the device manually and enter MAC-address.

Method 2: Using Developer Mode (for Android)

On some Xiaomi smartphones, power saving restrictions interfere with the stable operation of Bluetooth.

1. Activate Developer Mode (7 times tap the MIUI version in your phone settings).
2. Go to the Additional Settings → For developers.
3. Turn off the option to limit background Bluetooth activity.

Method 3: Resetting the network on the device

If connection problems occur on your smartphone, try resetting your network settings:

• 📱 On Android: Settings → System system → Reset → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.
• 🍎 On iOS: Settings → Mainstream → Transfer or discharge → Resetting network settings.

These methods should only be used if standard instructions fail, and incorrect actions (such as changing system files) can cause the device to function unstablely.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If your question is not covered in the article, check the official documentation of Xiaomi or contact the brand through the Mi Home app. To diagnose hardware problems (for example, if one headphone does not work after a fall), it is better to immediately contact an authorized service center - self-repair deprives of warranty.