Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones: from basic setup to problem solving

Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones (TWS) have become one of the most popular smartphone accessories thanks to a combination of sound, compactness and affordable price. However, even with such devices, users often have questions: how to connect them correctly, why one of the headphones does not work, or how to sync the headset with several gadgets at once.

We’ll look at not only the standard Bluetooth connection process, but also alternative synchronization methods (such as the Mi Home app), and also look at the typical errors that can occur when you first turn on. We’ll focus on the Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and Mi Earbuds Basic 2 models, because their pairing algorithms have key differences. If you just unpacked a new headset or encountered problems after updating your firmware, here you’ll find the latest solutions.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before you start pairing, make sure your Xiaomi is yours. TWS-The headphones are fully charged and in good working order. Even if the indicator on the case is green, it doesn't always mean that both earphones are charged the same:

• 🔋 Take both earbuds out of the case and check if the white/red lights light up when you press the touchpads. If one of the earbuds doesn't respond, put it back in the case for 10-15 seconds, then try again.
• 📱 Make sure your smartphone (or other device) has Bluetooth enabled and other connected headsets disabled.
• 🔄 If the headphones have already connected to another gadget, reset their settings. To do this, press and hold the touchpad on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white.

Important: Headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and later support the function of "fast pairing" through MIUI, but only if your smartphone runs on firmware at least MIUI 12. Otherwise, use the standard method of connecting via the Bluetooth menu.

If you connect your headphones to a PC or laptop, pre-update your Bluetooth adapter drivers. Outdated drivers can cause sync problems, especially on Windows 10/11. Check the driver version in Device Manager → Bluetooth.

Standard pairing via Bluetooth

The most versatile way to connect Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones is to use the built-in Bluetooth menu on your device, which works on smartphones (Android/iOS), tablets, laptops and even some smart TVs.

1. Activate pairing mode on the headphones: Take both earphones out of the case - they should automatically turn on. Press and hold the touchpad on either of the headphones for 3-5 seconds until the indicators start flashing white (search mode).
2. Set up Bluetooth on your device: On Android: Go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth and turn on the feature. On iPhone: Open Settings → Bluetooth. On Windows PC: Press Win + A → Turn on Bluetooth or go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.

Select headphones in the list

• In the list of available devices, find the name of your model (for example, "Redmi"). AirDots_R" Or "Mi True Wireless Earphones." 2").
• Click on the name and confirm the connection. Some devices may require input. PIN-code - default is 0000.

Once paired successfully, the headphones will stop flashing and light up in permanent white (or go out depending on the model). Now the headset is ready to use. Note that when you first connect to an iPhone, you may get a request for access to contacts, which is standard iOS behavior for Bluetooth devices.

Mi Home app (for models with support)

Some Xiaomi TWS models (such as Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 or Mi Earbuds Pro) support advanced settings through the proprietary Mi Home app, which allows you not only to connect your headphones, but also to update your firmware, adjust touch gestures or activate low latency mode for games.

1. Install the app: Download Mi Home from Google Play or App Store. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required to sync your settings).
2. Add headphones to the app: Open Mi Home and press + → Add device. Select Audio category and find your headphone model. Follow the on-screen instructions (usually you need to press and hold the touchpad on your headphones).

Set up the parameters

• After connecting, open the headphone card in the application.
• Here you can update the firmware, change the gestures of control or turn on the Game Mode (reduces sound latency).

Advantages of connecting via Mi Home:

• ✅ The ability to update the firmware of headphones (solves synchronization problems).
• ✅ Customize touch gestures to suit your needs (for example, double touching to call a voice assistant).
• ✅ Activate Low Latency for Games and Videos.

However, there are limitations: not all models support Mi Home, for example, budget Redmi AirDots can only be connected via standard Bluetooth.

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If the headphones don’t show up in the Mi Home, try resetting them to factory settings (hold the touchpads for 15 seconds) and try again.

Connecting to multiple devices at the same time

Many users want to use the Xiaomi TWS with their phone and laptop (or tablet), which is technically possible, but there are nuances: most models support multipoint, but not all devices work correctly in this mode.

Step 1. Check for multipoint support

Not all Xiaomi models can connect to two devices at once.

Step 2: Configure on the first device

1. Connect the headphones to the first device (such as a smartphone) via Bluetooth, as described above.
2. Make sure the sound is reproduced correctly.

Step 3: Connect to the second device

1. Without disconnecting the headphones from the first gadget, activate Bluetooth on the second (for example, a laptop).
2. Press the touchpad on the headphones for 3 seconds to put them in search mode.
3. Select headphones in the list of available devices on the second gadget.

Now the headphones will be connected to both devices, but the sound will be played only from one (the one that last initiated the connection). To switch, just start playing audio on the desired device, the headphones will automatically reconnect.

⚠️ Attention: On Windows 10/11 You may have problems with auto-shifting, in which case, before using your PC headphones, disconnect them manually from your phone via the Bluetooth menu.

Addressing interface problems

Even when connected correctly, users often encounter common mistakes: one earphone is not working, the sound is interrupted, or the device is not on the Bluetooth list, and let's take a look at the most common problems and their solutions.

Problem 1: Headphones are not defined by the device

• 🔄 Reset your headphone settings (hold the touch panels for 15 seconds until you flash red/white).
• 📱 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone/PC: Turn off and turn on the module again.
• 🔋 Check the charge of the headphones – at a low level of the battery, they may not enter the pairing mode.
• 🛠️ On Windows, update the Bluetooth driver through Device Manager.

Problem 2: One earphone is not working

• 🔋 Place both headphones in the case for 30 seconds, then pull out and try to connect again.
• 🔄 Reset the settings (as in problem 1) and repeat pairing.
• 🎧 Check if the contacts on the headphones or in the case are not contaminated - gently wipe them with a cotton swab.

Problem 3: The sound is interrupted or interfered with

• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the headphones and the device (walls, metal objects).
• 🔄 Reconnect the headphones or reset their settings.
• 🎵 On Android, try changing Bluetooth audio quality in the developer settings (enable Settings). → The phone. → Assembly number 7 times).
• 🖥️ On PC, disable other Bluetooth devices that may interfere.

Problem 4: Headphones are plugged in, but there is no sound

• 🔊 Check the volume level on the device and in the headphones (some models have a separate adjustment).
• 🎧 Make sure the headphones are selected as the default playback device (on Windows: Settings) → System system → Sound).
• 🔄 Reboot the device and reconnect.

If neither of these methods worked, try connecting the headphones to another device. If the problem persists, it may indicate a hardware malfunction, and you should contact the Xiaomi service center.

Interconnection with non-standard devices

In addition to smartphones and PCs, Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones can be connected to other gadgets: smart-TV, game consoles or even car radios.

Connect to Smart-TV (Android TV, Mi TV)

• 📺 Go to the TV settings: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
• 🔍 Activate the search mode on the headphones (hold the touch panel for 3 seconds).
• 🎧 Select the headphones in the list. Some TVs may require proof of connection.

Note that Mi TVs with firmware below MIUI TV 3.0 may have trouble syncing sound, in which case update the TV software.

Connection to PlayStation or Xbox

• 🎮 Game consoles do not usually support standard consoles. TWS-headphones directly. You'll need a Bluetooth adapter (e.g., headphones, 8BitDo Wireless Adapter 2).
• 🔌 Connect the adapter to the console through USB, Then sync the headphones with the adapter in pairing mode.

On PlayStation 5, you can connect headphones directly, but only if they support a profile A2DP (Most Xiaomi models support it. For this, go to Settings → Sound. → Outdoor sound → Headphones out.

Connection to a car tape recorder

• 🚗 Make sure your radio supports Bluetooth 4.0 or later (older versions may not see it) TWS).
• 🔍 Activate the pairing mode on the headphones and find them in the Bluetooth radio menu.
• 🎵 If the sound is interrupted, try to turn it off. AAC In the audio settings (if such option is available).

⚠️ Note: When connected to automotive systems (such as Android Auto or CarPlay), headphones can automatically turn off when an incoming call is made.This is due to the Hands-Free profile priority. To avoid a problem, disable Auto Connect for calls in your smartphone's Bluetooth settings.

Update firmware and reset settings

If your Xiaomi TWS is unstable (e.g., spontaneously shut down or poorly synced), the problem may be with outdated firmware, which can be updated through the Mi Home app (for supported models) or manually.

Update via Mi Home:

1. Open the app and go to your headphones card.
2. If an update is available, a notification will appear with the Update button.
3. Confirm the update and wait until it is completed (don’t turn off the headphones from the case!).

Manual update (for advanced users):

Some models (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2) allow you to update the firmware through ADB.

adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.VIEW -d"miui://bluetooth/device detail?address=XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX"

Replace. XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX on MAC-The address of your headphones (you can find out in the Bluetooth settings) is risky and recommended only for advanced users.

Reset to factory settings:

If the headphones work incorrectly, you can return them to the original settings as follows:

1. Put both earbuds in the case.
2. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 20 seconds.
3. The indicators should flash red, then white – this is a signal of a successful reset.

Once reset, all the paired devices will be removed, and the headphones will return to factory settings. They will have to be reconnected.

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Updating the firmware through Mi Home is the safest way to improve the stability of the headphones. Manual updates through ADB can cause the device to fail if it fails.

FAQ: Frequent questions about pairing Xiaomi TWS