How to sync headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless: the full guide

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones (including Mi True Wireless Earphones 2/2S/SE/Basic) have become a popular choice due to the combination of sound quality, compactness and affordable price. However, many users face difficulties in first synchronizing the headphones with each other or with the source device. Unlike wired counterparts, it requires the right sequence of actions – otherwise one of the headphones can remain silent, and the sound will be played only in mono.

In this article, we’ll look at all possible synchronization scenarios, from basic smartphone connectivity to problem solving when the headphones refuse to work together. We’ll focus on firmware nuances that affect connection stability, and hidden features (like low latency for games). If you’ve just unpacked your headphones or encountered an error after an upgrade, here’s a solution.

1. Headphone Preparation for Synchronization: What to Do Before Connecting

Before the first synchronization of Mi True Wireless, several mandatory steps must be followed, and neglecting them often leads to the fact that the headphones are not defined by the system or only connect one by one.

First, check the charge level: if the headphone battery is discharged below 20%, they may not enter pairing mode. The charge case should flash a white indicator when connecting to the power source. Second, remove the headphones from the case - some models (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S) automatically turn on when removed, others require holding the touch button.

• 🔋 Make sure the case is charged (the indicator on the front panel is white or green).
• 📱 Turn off Bluetooth on other devices to avoid conflict.
• 🔄 If the headphones have already been connected before, remove them from the list of conjugated devices in the smartphone settings.
• 🎧 Check that both headphones are on display (red or white, depending on the model).

A critical mistake most users make is to try to sync the headphones when one is discharged or in a case, in which case the system recognizes only one headphone, and the second one becomes impossible to connect without resetting.

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If the headphones don't burn, put them back in the case for 10 seconds, then retract them, which will reset the current state and force them to turn on.

2. Basic synchronization with Android/iOS: step-by-step

The process of connecting to a smartphone on Android or iOS is almost identical, but there are nuances for each OS.

1. Activate pairing mode: For Mi True Wireless Earphones 2/Basic: Hold the touchpad on both headphones for 5 seconds until the indicators start flashing alternately red and white. For Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S/SE: remove the headphones from the case - they will automatically go into search mode (indicators flash white).
2. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and find the device: On Android: Go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth. On iOS: Settings → Bluetooth. The name of your model should appear on the list of available devices (for example, "Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S").
3. Confirm pairing: Click on the headphone name in the list. On Android, you may need to confirm the code (usually 0000 or 1234). On iOS, the connection is automatic.

Once successfully connected, the headphones should stop flashing and burn with a smooth white light. If the sound is played in only one earpiece, go to the section on synchronization with each other.

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3. synchronization of headphones with each other (left + right)

One of the most common problems is that the smartphone sees only one earbud and the other one is silent, and this is due to a synchronization failure between the left (L) and right (R) headphones, and this is solved in two ways:

Method 1: Manual pairing through the case

Place both earphones in the case and close the lid for 10 seconds.

1. Only remove the right earpiece (it is the main one in the pair).
2. Hold the touchpad on it for 15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.
3. Remove the left earpiece. It should automatically sync with the right one (both indicators will light up white).

Method 2: Reset settings (if method 1 didn't help)

For full discharge:

1. Put the headphones in the case.
2. Press and hold the button on the case (if any) or touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 20 seconds.
3. The indicators should go out and flash red again - this is a signal to reset.
4. Repeat the procedure of connecting to the smartphone (section 2).

Note for Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S: In this model, the main headphone can be changed in the settings of the Mi Home application (Devices → Headphones → Additional → Main Headphone).

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4. Synchronization with PC or laptop (Windows/macOS/Linux)

Connecting to a computer has its nuances, especially on Windows, where additional drivers are often required.

For Windows 10/11:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Click Add Add the device → Bluetooth.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (see section 2).
4. Select Mi True Wireless from the list. If the device doesn't show up, update your Bluetooth drivers through Device Manager.

For macOS:

Go to System Settings → Bluetooth, turn on search and select headphones. On a Mac, you may need to confirm the code (0000).

Common problems on PC:

• 🎵 The sound is interrupted: turn off other Bluetooth devices or switch the headphones to mode AAC (in the Windows sound settings).
• 🔊 Only mono sound: remove the headphones from the list of devices and connect again by choosing the Stereo option.
• 🔄 Permanent communication breaks: Update your Bluetooth adapter or use USB-Bluetooth Dongle version 5.0+.

5. Synchronization problems and their solutions

Even after a successful connection, failures can occur, and let's look at the typical symptoms and ways to treat them:

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones are no longer synced after the firmware update via Mi Home, reset (Section 3) and reconnect them. In some cases, rolling back the firmware through Fastboot (requires a PC and cable) helps).

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Most synchronization problems are solved by sequentially performing three actions: resetting headphones → updating firmware → re-pairing.

6. Additional settings through the Mi Home app

The Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS) allows you to fine-tune the work of your headphones, including:

• 🎛 Low Delay Mode (for gaming): activated in Device Settings → Game mode.
• 🔊 Equator: Preliminary settings for different genres of music.
• 📱 Automatic connection: Headphones will connect to the latest device when removed from the case.
• 🔋 Charge level display: in the form of widgets on the main screen.

To connect the headphones to the Mi Home:

1. Open the app and click Add Device (+).
2. Select the Audio category → Headphones.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (scanning will be required) QR-case code or enter a serial number).

⚠️ Warning: After updating the firmware through Mi Home, some users notice a deterioration in sound quality. If this happens, try rolling back the firmware or resetting the headphones to the factory.

7. Synchronization with other devices (TV, game consoles)

Connecting Mi True Wireless to TVs or consoles (such as PlayStation or Nintendo Switch) is possible, but has limitations:

Bluetooth TVs:

Most modern Smart TVs (e.g. Xiaomi Mi TV, Samsung QLED) support headphone connectivity:

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

On non-Bluetooth TVs, use an external adapter (e.g., Xiaomi Bluetooth Audio Receiver).

Game consoles:

• 🎮 PlayStation 4/5: It supports headphones, but without a microphone. → Devices → Bluetooth devices.
• 🎮 Nintendo Switch: officially does not support Mi True Wireless.The solution is to use a Bluetooth adapter for the Wireless USB-C.
• 🎮 Xbox: Requires an Xbox Wireless Adapter (earphones connect as "another device").

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To reduce the latency on TV, turn on Game Mode in your TV settings and activate low latency in Mi Home.

FAQ: Frequent questions about synchronization Xiaomi Mi True Wireless