How to sync Xiaomi Redmi Airdots headphones: a complete guide from connection to troubleshooting

Xiaomi Redmi Airdots wireless headphones have gained popularity due to the combination of affordable price, high-quality sound and usability. However, even with such simple devices, users often have questions: how to connect them to a smartphone, what to do if one headphone does not work, or how to synchronize them with each other after a reset. This article will help you understand all the nuances from basic settings to solving complex problems.

We'll look at not only the standard Android and iOS pairing procedure, but also alternative ways to connect to PCs, Macs, and even TVs, and focus on synchronizing left and right headphones with each other, a key point that is often overlooked in standard instructions, and you'll find a table of compatibility with different devices and answers to frequent questions that save you hours of search.

1. Preparing Redmi Airdots headphones for the first connection

Before syncing, make sure your Redmi Airdots are fully charged. The case charger should be green (100%) or orange (less than 100%). If the indicator flashes red, the charge is below 10%, and the headphones can turn off during setup.

To activate the pairing mode:

• 🔋 Take both headphones out of the case - they will automatically turn on.
• 📱 Wait for the headphone indicators to flash white (meaning they’re ready to connect).
• 🔄 If the indicators do not blink, press and hold the touchpad on the right earphone for 5 seconds until you hear the beep.

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If the headphones have been previously connected to another device, they need to be reset. To do this, hold the touchpad on both headphones simultaneously for 10 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately.

Important: Redmi Airdots supports Bluetooth 5.0 protocol, but for stable operation it is recommended to use devices with a version at least 4.2. On older smartphones (for example, with Bluetooth 4.0) there may be problems with synchronization of stereo sound.

2. Synchronization with Android-smartphone (step-by-step instructions)

Connection to Android devices (including Xiaomi, Samsung, Honor, etc.) is via the standard Bluetooth menu.

1. Open Settings → Connected devices → Bluetooth.
2. Activate Bluetooth if it is turned off.
3. In the list of available devices, find Redmi Airdots_R (right-ear headphone) or Redmi Airdots_L (left-handed).
4. Click on the headphone name and confirm the pairing.

After successfully connecting the right earphone, the left earphone will automatically connect, which is normal behavior for Redmi Airdots. If this does not happen, follow these steps:

Take both headphones out of the case and wait for the flashing indicators|Turn off Redmi. Airdots_R Bluetooth|Re-activate the pairing by holding the touchpad on the right earbud|Check if the indicator on the left earphone is on (if not, it is discharged or defective)-->

Some firmware (e.g. MIUI 12+) may notify you of additional features such as "Double-touch playback/pause" and we recommend enabling this option for easy management.

3. Connect to iPhone and other Apple devices

While Redmi Airdots is a product of Xiaomi’s ecosystem, they are compatible with Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac).

• 📱 On iPhone, open Settings → Bluetooth and wait for Redmi to arrive Airdots_R list.
• 🖥️ On Mac, go to System Settings → Bluetooth and perform the same tasks.
• ⚠️ On Apple devices may not work displaying the level of charge of headphones.
• ⚠️ The Double Touch feature is only configured through third-party apps (e.g. AssistantTrigger).

Once connected, check the sound quality: on iOS, the default AAC codec can be activated, which provides good quality, but sometimes there are delays when watching videos.

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click on the i icon next to Redmi Airdots_R.
3. Turn off the "Use for Calls and Audio" option, then turn it on again.

4. synchronization of headphones with each other (if disconnected)

One of the most common problems is when Redmi Airdots connect to the phone separately but don't work in stereo mode, and it's because of a failure in sync between the left and right headphones. Here's how to fix:

For re-synchronization:

1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid for 10 seconds.
2. Take them back and wait for the lights to flash.
3. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 15 seconds until the lights start flashing red and white.
4. Reconnect to the headphones via Bluetooth on your phone.

If stereo sound has not recovered after these actions, try the following method:

• 🔌 Connect the headphones to another device (for example, to a tablet).
• 🔄 If they earned in stereo mode – the problem in the settings of the main device.
• 📱 On Android, clear the Bluetooth cache in Settings → Annexes → Show all applications → Bluetooth → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

5. Connection to PCs (Windows, Linux) and TVs

Redmi Airdots' synchronization with computers and Smart TVs has its own peculiarities, and below is the compatibility table and instructions:

To connect to Windows via bluetoothctl (relevant to Linux or advanced users):

bluetoothctl


power on




agent on




scan on




pair [MAC- headphone address]




connect [MAC- headphone address]




trust [MAC- headphone address]

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On a Windows PC, to minimize the latency of audio in games or videos, set the SBC codec in your headphone settings instead of AAC (even if the sound quality gets a little worse).

6. Solving common problems

If Redmi Airdots are not connected or are not working properly, use this instruction:

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones are connected, but the sound is interrupted every time 2-3 In a second, the problem may be overloading the Bluetooth channel, disable other wireless devices (fitness bracelets, keyboards) and reconnect.

To diagnose problems on Android, use the Bluetooth Auto Connect app – it shows detailed information about connected devices, including the signal level and codec used.

7. Update firmware and reset to factory settings

Xiaomi periodically releases firmware updates for Redmi Airdots, which improve connection stability and add new features, and check the relevance of the firmware through the official Mi Home app (only for devices with MIUI):

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open Mi Home and find Redmi Airdots in the list of devices.
3. If an update is available, a notification will appear "New firmware is available."

For a complete reset (if the headphones are glitchy or do not connect to any device):

1. Put both earbuds in the case.
2. Hold the touch panels on both headphones for 20 seconds.
3. The indicators should flash red 3 times - this is a signal of a successful reset.

⚠️ Warning: Resetting to factory settings removes all pairing information.After this procedure, the headphones will appear in the Bluetooth list as a new device (Redmi). Airdots_R).

8. Alternative management methods and useful chips

In addition to basic features, Redmi Airdots supports hidden features:

• 🎵 Track switching: double tap on left earpiece - previous track, right - next.
• 📞 Receiving/rejecting a call: one touch – response, holding 2 seconds – deviation.
• 🔇 Activation of voice assistant: triple touch on any earpiece (configured in Mi Home).
• 🔋 Charge check: put the headphones in the case and open the lid - the indicator will show the charge level of the case and headphones (green — 60-100%, orange — 20-60%, red — 0-20%).

For owners of Xiaomi smartphones, the function “Super Bluetooth” is available (in Settings → Connections → Bluetooth), which reduces the sound delay when watching videos.

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If you often lose your case from headphones, stick an AirTag or other Bluetooth tracker on it.The case is made of plastic that does not screen the signal, so the tracker will work even in closed form.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions