How to combine headphones Xiaomi AirDots: full instruction from connection to troubleshooting

Why Xiaomi AirDots Headphones Are Not Synced and How to Fix It

Xiaomi AirDots wireless headphones (including AirDots Pro, AirDots 2/3, Redmi AirDots) have become popular due to a combination of price, sound quality and convenience. However, many users face a problem: the headphones do not want to be combined with each other or connect to the device. The reasons can be different from banal (discharged battery) to technical (firmware failure).

In this article, we will discuss all the ways to combine headphones with each other, connect them to a smartphone, PC or TV, and also solve typical problems: when one headphone does not work, the sound is interrupted or the device is not determined by the system.

If you just bought headphones or encountered a problem after updating your firmware, do not rush to carry them to the service. In 90% of cases, the problem can be solved on your own in 5-10 minutes.

Preparation of headphones for combination: what to do before connecting

Before you try to combine the headphones, do basic checks, which will save time and eliminate the obvious causes of problems.

• 🔋 Charge the case and headphones. Make sure the indicator on the case is on (green/white is charged, red/orange is discharged). If the headphones do not respond to presses, hold them in the case for 10-15 minutes.
• 🧲 Reset. If your headphones have already connected to other devices, you need to forget them. To do this, remove them from the list of associated devices in the Bluetooth settings.
• 📱 For AirDots 3 Pro and later, check the relevance of the software through the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app.
• 🔄 Rebooting the device. Sometimes it helps to banal turn off / turn on the smartphone or PC to which you connect the headphones.

If the headphones Xiaomi AirDots lay for a long time without use (more than 3 months), their batteries could discharge to a critical level. In this case, the case may not charge them immediately - connect the case to charge for 1-2 hours, then try again.

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If the indicator on the case flashes red and the headphones do not charge, try to wipe the contacts in the case and on the headphones with an alcohol wipe. Metal oxidation often causes bad contact.

How to combine Xiaomi AirDots with each other: step-by-step instructions

The process of synchronizing the headphones with each other (pairing) starts automatically when you first turn on. If this does not happen or the headphones "disconnected", perform a forced combination:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid for 5 seconds.
2. Open the case cover. The headphones should automatically turn on (the indicators will flash white/red).
3. Press and hold the button on the case (or touchpad on the headphones, if it is AirDots 3 Pro) for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing alternately red and white (pairing mode).
4. Wait until both headphones start flashing synchronously white – this means that they are combined.

For Redmi AirDots 2 and older, the process is similar, but the reset button can be inside the case (under a rubber plug). If the headphones do not fit together, repeat the procedure 2-3 times, each time returning them to the case.

Remove the headphones from the case and wait for automatic turn on | Hold the button on the case 10+ seconds until flashing red/white | Return the headphones to the case and try again if it did not work | Check the charge of the case and headphones (the indicator should burn)

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If after a few attempts, the headphones never fit together, the problem may be the firmware.

Firmware Update: Why It Is Important to Combine AirDots

Outdated firmware is one of the main reasons why Xiaomi AirDots doesn’t want to sync with each other or connect to the device, especially for AirDots 3 Pro and Redmi Buds 4 models, where the manufacturer regularly releases patches to fix bugs.

You can check and update the firmware through the official application:

• 📱 Mi Home (for older models)
• 🎧 Xiaomi Wear or Mi Earphones (for new ones)

Instructions:

1. Connect the headphones to the smartphone via Bluetooth.
2. Open the app and select your model from the list of devices.
3. Go to the Settings section → Update the firmware.
4. If a new version is available, click Update and wait until it is completed (don’t remove the headphones from the case!).

If the update is suspended or interrupted, return the headphones to the case, close it and try again in 5 minutes.Do not remove the headphones from the case during the update - this can lead to a firmware failure.

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Connection of Xiaomi AirDots to different devices: smartphone, PC, TV

Once the headphones are successfully paired, they need to be connected to the sound source, and the process varies depending on the device.

📱 Connecting to a smartphone (Android/iOS)

1. Activate Bluetooth on your smartphone (Settings → Bluetooth).
2. Open the case cover – headphones should appear on the list of available devices as Mi True Wireless Earphones or similar.
3. Click on the name of the headphones for pairing.

💻 Connection to PC (Windows/macOS)

On Windows:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Click Add Add the device → Bluetooth.
3. Select Xiaomi AirDots from the list and connect.

If the headphones don’t show up, try updating Bluetooth drivers through Device Manager.

📺 Connecting to a TV (Android) TV, Smart TV)

Most modern TVs support Bluetooth, but budget models may require a Bluetooth adapter.

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound output → Bluetooth devices.
2. Activate your search and select Xiaomi AirDots.
3. Confirm the pairing.

Some devices (such as the Xiaomi Mi Box) may require manual input. PIN-Standard code for AirDots is 0000 or 1234.

Typical problems and their solutions: one earphone does not work, the sound is interrupted

Even after a successful combination, there can be problems.

🔊 Problem: One earphone doesn't connect or make sound

• 🔄 Reset the headphones: Put them in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then remove them.
• 🔋 Check the charge: often "silent" headphone just discharged.
• 🧹 Clean contacts in the case and on headphones from dust (use a cotton swab soaked in alcohol).
• 🔄 Reset settings: Hold the button on the case for 20 seconds until the indicator doubles.

🎵 Problem: The sound is interrupted or stuttered

• 📶 Reduce the distance between the headphones and the device (maximum 10 meters without obstacles).
• 🚫 Disable other Bluetooth devices that may cause interference (fitness bracelets, wireless mice).
• 🔄 Switch to codec. SBC instead AAC (Bluetooth settings on Android: Settings → System system → Developer → Bluetooth codec).
• 📱 Update the firmware of headphones and Bluetooth-module of the smartphone.

🔌 Problem: Headphones are quickly discharged

If Xiaomi AirDots keeps the charge less than the declared 4-5 hours:

• 🔋 Check the case: it may not charge the headphones because of damaged contacts.
• 🔊 Reduce volume: at maximum volume, the operating time is reduced by 1.5-2 times.
• 📵 Turn off the Game Mode feature (if enabled) as it increases power consumption.
• 🔄 Reset the headphone settings and update the firmware.

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If one headphone discharges much faster than the other, this may indicate a malfunction of the battery. In this case, contact the Xiaomi service center - self-repair can lead to loss of warranty.

Compatibility of Xiaomi AirDots with other devices: what you need to know

Xiaomi AirDots headphones work not only with Xiaomi smartphones, but also with devices from other brands.

• 🍎 iPhone (iOS): Supported but may not include some features (e.g., displaying battery power in a status bar.
• 🪟 Windows PC: Possible problems with codec AAC — Solution: manually select the codec. SBC Bluetooth.
• 📺 TVs and consoles: On Android TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi Box headphones connect without problems. On consoles with proprietary OS (for example, LG webOS) may require manual input PIN-code.
• 🎮 Game consoles: PlayStation 4/5 And Nintendo Switch doesn't support AirDots directly. Solution: Use a Bluetooth adapter connected to a controller or port. USB-C.

For macOS devices (MacBook, iMac), additional settings may be required: go to System Settings → Bluetooth → Additional and tick Allow Bluetooth devices to wake up this computer.

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If you connect Xiaomi AirDots to the PlayStation 5, use the 8BitDo Wireless USB Adapter 2. It supports low latency, which is critical for gaming.

FAQ: answers to frequent questions about Xiaomi AirDots

If your question is not covered in the FAQ, check the official documentation of Xiaomi or contact for support through the Mi Home app. For AirDots 3 Pro and later models, online troubleshooting is available.

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Before you go to the service center, always try resetting your headphones and updating your firmware, which solves the problem 80 percent of the time without repair.