How to sync Xiaomi AirDots Pro with your phone: full instructions from A to Z

Xiaomi AirDots Pro wireless headphones (also known as Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic) remain a popular choice among users due to the balance of price, sound quality and convenience. However, the process of their first synchronization with the phone or reconnecting after a reset is often questionable - especially for those who have not previously used Bluetooth 5.0-enabled devices.

In this article, we will discuss not only the standard pairing procedure, but also the nuances that the manufacturer does not say: how to reset the headphone settings correctly if they are “not seen” by the phone, why one headphone may not connect, and how to ensure a stable connection without cliffs.

If you’ve just unpacked your headphones or encountered a device not found error, this guide will help solve the problem in 5-10 minutes. For convenience, we’ve divided the process into stages with visual prompts and checklists, and added a compatibility table with popular smartphones.

1. Preparation of headphones Xiaomi AirDots Pro for synchronization

Before you first connect, you need to make sure that the headphones are charged and in pairing mode. A common mistake of beginners is trying to connect to headphones that are dead or not activated search mode.

Here's what you have to do:

• 🔋 Charge the case with headphones for at least 30 minutes (the indicator on the case should burn white or orange). If the indicator flashes red, the charge level is critically low.
• 🎧 Get both headphones out of the case - they should automatically turn on (blitzes a white LED on each one).
• 🔄 Make sure the headphones are not previously paired with another device. If so, reset (instructions in the next section).

If the headphones are not turned on when extracting from the case, check:

• 🔌 Contacts inside the case for oxidation or contamination (wipe with an alcohol napkin).
• 🔋 Case charge level – connect it to the charger for 1-2 hours.
• 🛠️ Physical damage to headphones (for example, moisture infestation).

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If the headphones don't respond to the buttons, try putting them in the case for 10 seconds, then retracting them again.

2. Standard Synchronization Procedure with Android and iOS

The process of connecting to Android and iOS is almost identical, but there are nuances that affect the stability of the connection.

For Android (MIUI, Samsung One UI, Stock Android)

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your phone and turn on the module.
2. Remove the headphones from the case – they should automatically go into pairing mode (blinking white-red LED).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic (or AirDots Pro) and click on it.
4. Confirm the pairing. The headphones will connect, and the LEDs will light up in blue (mode).

For iPhone (iOS 13 and newer)

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Remove the headphones from the case and hold the button on the right earphone for 5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white-red.
3. In the list of devices, select Mi True Wireless.
4. After connecting, check the microphone in Settings → Bluetooth → (i) next to headphones (sometimes iOS defaults to disable the microphone for third-party devices).

If the headphones are connected, but the sound is only in one of them, do the following:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on the module).
• 🎵 Check the sound balance in your phone settings (on Android: Settings) → Special facilities → Mono-audio).
• 🔋 Put the headphones in the case for 10 seconds, then reconnect.

3. Reset Xiaomi AirDots Pro: when and how to do

Resetting headphones to factory settings is required in three cases:

1. Headphones have previously been paired with another device, and the new connection fails.
2. One of the headphones is not connected or permanently disconnected.
3. After updating the firmware of the phone, there were problems with sound.

Resetting instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the case cover and hold the buttons on both headphones for 15 seconds (the indicators will start flashing red and white, then go out).
3. Close the case for 5 seconds, then remove the headphones - they should automatically go into pairing mode.

If the reset didn’t help, try an alternative method:

• 🔌 Connect the case to the charging.
• 🎧 Remove the headphones and hold the buttons for both 20 seconds (until double flashing red).
• 🔄 Repeat the connection procedure again.

Make sure the case is charged.|Get both earphones out of the case.|Hold the buttons on both headphones 15+ seconds|After the reset, wait for the flashing white-red

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4. Solving common synchronization problems

Even after a successful connection, users face typical problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Critical information: if the headphones after reset stopped turning on, do not try to disassemble them yourself - in 90% of cases, the problem is solved by replacing the power controller in the service center (the cost of repair) ~500-800 rubles).

⚠️ Note: Do not use headphones while charging the case - this can lead to overheating of the battery and shorten the life of the case.

5. Connection optimization: how to avoid breaks and delays in sound

Unstable connection is one of the main complaints to Xiaomi AirDots Pro. Most often the problem lies not in the headphones themselves, but in the phone settings or external interference.

Here's how to improve stability:

• 📵 Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone if you’re not using the internet – both technologies run at 2.4GHz and can cause interference.
• 🔋 Keep the headphone charge level above 30% – with a low charge, the Bluetooth module begins to save energy, which leads to breaks.
• 🎵 In your phone’s Bluetooth settings, turn off the “Absolute Volume” option (on Android) if you have one – it often conflicts with volume control on headphones.
• 📱 Update the phone firmware in new versions Android/iOS Fixed errors with Bluetooth 5.0.

For users Xiaomi/Redmi on MIUI:

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Settings for developers.
• 🔄 Enable the Bluetooth Debugging and Bluetooth Improved Sound Quality option (if available).
• 📴 Turn off "Optimize" MIUI Bluetooth – sometimes restricts bandwidth.

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The most stable connection is achieved when the distance between the phone and headphones is not more than 5 meters without barriers (walls, furniture).

6.compatibility of Xiaomi AirDots Pro with different devices

Xiaomi AirDots Pro headphones support Bluetooth 5.0, but their compatibility with devices depends on the OS version and hardware limitations. Below is the compatibility table with popular smartphones.

If your device is not listed in the table, check:

• 📱 Bluetooth version in phone specifications (must be at least 4.2).
• 🔧 Availability of firmware updates for headphones (via the Mi Home app or Xiaomi Wear).

⚠️ Note: Android 10 and below devices may not support codec AAC, So, in this case, in Bluetooth settings, select the codecs. SBC or aptX (if supported).

7. Update of the firmware of headphones: whether and how to do

The manufacturer periodically releases firmware updates for Xiaomi AirDots Pro, which fix connection errors, improve sound and add new features (for example, support). LC3 For better compatibility with Android 13+). However, the process of updating is not always obvious.

How to update firmware:

1. Install the official Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app (available for Android and iOS).
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app and go to the Devices section» → «Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic».
4. If an update is available, a notification will appear – follow the instructions on the screen.

Important nuances:

• 🔋 Make sure the headphone and case charge level is above 50%.
• 📶 Connect your phone to Wi-Fi – Update can weigh up to 10MB.
• ⏳ If the update is stalled, wait 10 minutes, then restart the headphones (put in the case for 20 seconds).

If the app does not find headphones:

• 🔄 Reinstall Mi. Home/Xiaomi Wear.
• 📍 Enable geolocation and allow the application to access location (required to search for devices).
• 🔧 Check that the phone settings include “Developer Mode” and debugging over Bluetooth.

8. Alternative ways of connecting (PC, Mac, Smart) TV)

Headphones Xiaomi AirDots Pro can be connected not only to smartphones, but also to other devices with Bluetooth support.

Connecting to Windows 10/11

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your PC (Start → Settings → Devices → Bluetooth).
2. Remove the headphones from the case and hold the button on the right earphone for 5 seconds (pairing mode).
3. From the list of devices, select Mi True Wireless... and click Connect.
4. If the sound is only in one headphone, select “Stereo” instead of “Mono” in the sound control panel.

Connecting to a MacBook

On macOS, the process is similar:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones.
3. Select the device in the list and confirm the connection.

If the headphones are connected but there is no sound:

• 🔊 Check the sound settings in "System settings" → Sound».
• 🔄 Reboot the Mac Bluetooth module (turn it off/on or restart your computer).

Connection to Smart TV

Not all TVs support Bluetooth 5.0. Before connecting:

• 📺 Make sure yours is yours. TV has built-in Bluetooth (check in settings or instructions).
• 🔌 If Bluetooth is not available, use a Bluetooth transmitter (connects to the audio output). TV).

To connect:

1. Go to Settings. TV → Sound. → Bluetooth devices.
2. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones.
3. Select Mi True Wireless... in the list.

⚠️ Note: On some TVs (such as Samsung series) QLED 2019-2020) may experience a delay of up to 0.5 seconds, which is associated with the processing of audio via Bluetooth.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi AirDots Pro