How to connect headphones Xiaomi Mi True: instructions with photos and problem solving

Why can’t you connect Xiaomi Mi True headphones?

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones (including Mi True Wireless Earphones 2/2S/SE models) must connect to the smartphone automatically - but in practice users face errors: the device is not in the Bluetooth list, the sound is interrupted or only one headphone is running.

This article includes step-by-step instructions for Android and iOS, a breakdown of common bugs (such as code 10061 or flashing red and white) and how to fix them, and a hidden feature to reset headphones to factory settings through a button combination that is not mentioned in the official Xiaomi documentation.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before pairing, make sure that the Xiaomi Mi True headphones are charged (the indicator on the case is lit white or orange). If the indicator flashes red, the charge is below 10%, and the connection may be interrupted.

• 🔋 Case charge: connect it to the power source for 10-15 minutes if the indicator does not burn.
• 📱 Bluetooth version: the smartphone should be Bluetooth 5.0 support+ (For Mi True 2S) 4.2+ (first-hand).
• 🔄 Resetting previous connections: If the headphones have already been paired with another device, remove them from the Bluetooth list.

If the headphones are new, remove them from the case - they will automatically go into pairing mode (the indicators on both headphones will flash white).If this does not happen, press and hold the touchpad on the right earphone for 5 seconds until you hear the beep.

Step-by-step: how to connect Mi True with Android

On Xiaomi, Redmi or other MIUI/Android smartphones, the connection process takes no more than 30 seconds:

1. Open the case cover and remove the headphones (they will turn on automatically).
2. Go to Settings → Bluetooth and activate device search.
3. In the list, find a device called Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 (or similar for your model) and tap it.
4. Confirm pairing if you request access to contacts/microphones (not necessary for music).

Once you've successfully connected, you'll have a headphone icon in the status bar, and in the Bluetooth settings, it says, "Connect." If you only have one headphone, put both back in the case, then retrieve them, and they sync automatically.

Case charge > 20%|Bluetooth on your smartphone is enabled|Headphones removed from the case|Previous connections removed-->

Interface with iPhone (iOS): features and limitations

On the iPhone headphones Xiaomi Mi True connect standard, but with nuances:

• 🍎 No support. AAC: The sound will be transmitted by codec. SBC, This can cause damage to the quality at low frequencies.
• 🔊 There is no charge indicator in the status bar (unlike AirPods).
• 📱 Automatic reconnection is unstable – sometimes you need to manually select headphones in the Bluetooth list.

Instructions for iOS:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Remove the headphones from the case (they should flash white).
3. Find Mi True in the list and tap it.
4. Wait for the sign to appear.

If the headphones aren’t being determined, try resetting the network settings on your iPhone: Settings → Basic → Reset or Move iPhone → Reset → Reset Network settings. This will delete all the stored Bluetooth devices, but often solves the problem.

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On iPhone, turn off the Auto Switch function in Bluetooth settings if the headphones spontaneously connect to other devices (Mac, iPad).

Common mistakes and their solutions

If Xiaomi Mi True headphones don’t connect or are malfunctioning, check the table below:

If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is interrupted or distorted, try:

• 📵 Disable Wi-Fi on your smartphone (interference at 2.4 GHz frequency).
• 🔇 Reduce bitrate in Bluetooth settings (if you have such an option).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and headphones (return to the case for 10 seconds).

Reset headphones Xiaomi Mi True to factory settings

If standard methods don't work, do a hard reset, which removes all the connections you've saved and puts the headphones back out of the box.

Instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid, but don't remove the headphones.
3. Press and hold the touchpad on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds.
4. The indicators will start flashing red and white, then go out - this is a signal of a successful reset.
5. Close and reopen the case cover – the headphones are ready for a new connection.

After the reset, you may need to update the firmware through the Mi Home app (see the next section).

⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the reset process, even if the indicators go out prematurely. Wait for the headphones to completely turn off (they will stop responding to touch).

Update the firmware through Mi Home

Outdated firmware can cause connection problems, especially on Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S.

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect the headphones to your smartphone (they should be on the Bluetooth list).
3. Open Mi Home, tap + → Add the device → Headphones.
4. Select your Mi True model and follow the instructions on the screen.
5. If an update is available, a notification will appear – confirm the installation.

It takes 2-5 minutes to complete, and don’t remove the headphones from the case or close the app during the update!

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Updating the firmware through Mi Home solves 80% of problems with communication breaks and unstable sound.

Additional features and hidden capabilities

Xiaomi Mi True headphones support several useful features that many people don’t know about:

• 🎵 Low Delay Mode: Activated by double tapping the left earphone (Mi True only) 2S). Suitable for games and video.
• 🔊 Equalizer setting: in the Mi Home application you can select presets (Bases, Voice, Balanced).
• 📞 Call Auto-Apply: Triple touch of any headphone (only works on Android).
• 🔋 Quick charge check: open the case cover next to the smartphone – a pop-up with a percentage (only for the smartphone) will appear MIUI).

To activate the voice assistant (Google) Assistant/Siri) Hold the touch panel on the right earphone for a period of time 2 On iPhone, this function must be enabled manually in Bluetooth settings (Section Additional).

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To extend the life of the battery, store the headphones in a case with a charge of 40-60%. Full discharge or 100% charge reduces the battery life.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi True