How to install and connect headphones Xiaomi: instructions for all models

Introduction: why you need the right installation of headphones Xiaomi

Xiaomi headphones are among the most popular smartphone accessories due to their combination of price, quality and functionality. However, even with such devices, users often have questions: how to connect them correctly, why they are not determined by the system, or how to adjust the sound for maximum comfort. This article will help you understand all the nuances of installing and customizing Xiaomi headphones – from basic Mi Basic models to flagship Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro.

It’s important to understand that the connection process can vary depending on the type of headphones (wired or wireless), smartphone model, and even operating system version. We’ll look at the universal methods that work on most devices, and give recommendations for fixing typical problems. If you just purchased Xiaomi headphones or plan to do so, save this article to bookmark to quickly find answers to any questions you may have.

We'll focus on wireless models, because they're the ones that are most difficult to come by, for example, many users don't know that Xiaomi AirDots requires not only standard Bluetooth pairing, but also the Mi Earphones (formerly Mi Home) app, which will make it impossible to install features like customizing gestures or updating firmware.

Preparation for connection: what to do before installation

Before you start pairing Xiaomi headphones with the device, follow a few mandatory steps. this will help avoid most problems and speed up the setup process.

First, check the charge of the headphones (if they are wireless), even new devices can run out during storage in stock. 5V/1A or 5V/2A. Avoid cheap chargers, which can damage the battery. Most Xiaomi models have a charging indicator that burns red at low and white at full charge.

Second, update your smartphone firmware. Outdated versions of Android or MIUI You may not be able to support new Bluetooth protocols, which will cause connectivity problems. To check the relevance of the software, go to Settings. → The phone. → System Update. If you have an update available, install it before you plug in your headphones.

• 🔋 Charging headphones: at least 30% for the first connection (optimum - 100%).
• 📱 Device Compatibility: Check if your smartphone supports Bluetooth 4.2+ (for TWS-Headphones require 5.0+).
• 🔄 Resetting: If the headphones have already been used, reset (instruction below).
• 📌 Branded software: download the Mi Earphones app from Google Play or App Store.

⚠️ Note: If you connect Xiaomi headphones to an iOS device (iPhone or iPad), some of the features may be limited. For example, displaying the battery level in real time only works on Android with the Mi Earphones app installed.

How to connect wired headphones Xiaomi to the smartphone

Wired headphones Xiaomi (for example, Mi Basic, Piston or Hybrid Pro) connect the easiest – just insert a plug in the connector 3.5 mm or USB-C (But there are nuances that many people don't know about.

If your smartphone doesn’t have a standard audio jack (like the Xiaomi 12 or Redmi Note 11), you’ll need an adapter. USB-C → Note: Not all adapters work equally well with Xiaomi headphones.We recommend using the original adapter from Xiaomi or certified accessories from Anker or Baseus.

After connecting, check the sound settings:

1. Open the Settings. → Sound and vibration.
2. Select Sound Quality and set High (Hi-Res) if your headphone model supports it (e.g. Xiaomi Hybrid Pro). HD).
3. Activate the headphone booster if the sound is too quiet.

⚠️ Warning: If the microphone doesn't work after you've connected the wired headphones, check if your adapter supports both-way audio transmission. Many cheap adapters only transmit sound but don't support the microphone.

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If the sound in Xiaomi wired headphones is too quiet, try turning on the “Hearphones For” mode in the sound settings MIUI. This will increase the volume by disabling security restrictions.

Step-by-step: how to connect Xiaomi wireless headphones via Bluetooth

Xiaomi's wireless headphones (like AirDots, Buds, or FlipBuds) are connected via Bluetooth technology. The pairing process may vary slightly depending on the model, but the overall scheme is the same for all devices. Consider a universal algorithm:

1. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones.

• Get your headphones out of the case (if that's it) TWS-model).
• Press the power button (or touchpad) for 5-10 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white (or blue for new models).
• For Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2 and newer: Open the case cover and press the button on the back for 3 seconds.

2. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone:

• Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
• Activate the Bluetooth switch.
• In the list of available devices, find your headphones (the name will contain Mi, AirDots or Buds).
• Click on the headphone name and confirm the pairing.

3. Confirm the connection:

• After successful pairing, the indicator on the headphones will stop flashing and light up blue (or go out).
• On the screen of the smartphone will appear a notification “Connected to [the name of the headphones]”.

If the headphones are not defined, try resetting them.

1. Put the headphones in the case.


2. Press the button on the case (or on the headphones themselves) for 15-20 seconds until the indicator flashes red 3 times.




3. Repeat the pairing process.

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For Xiaomi Buds models 3/4 Pro requires Mi Earphones app to activate feature LDAC (High-quality audio transmission. Without it, the headphones will work as standard. AAC/SBC.

Set up Xiaomi headphones through the Mi Earphones app

The Mi Earphones app, formerly part of Mi Home, not only connects headphones, but also customizes them to suit your needs.

• 🎧 Update the firmware of headphones.
• 🔊 Customize the equalizer and sound effects.
• 👆 Customize control gestures (e.g., double touching to switch tracks).
• 🔋 View the charge level of the case and each headphone separately.
• 🔍 Turn on the "Find headphones" mode (audible signal when lost).

To connect headphones through the application:

1. Install Mi Earphones from the official app store.
2. Open the app and allow access to location and Bluetooth (this is necessary to search for devices).
3. Click Add Device and select your headphone model from the list.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen. The app will automatically find the headphones and prompt you to update the firmware (if a new version is available).

Note the Gestures section, where you can reassign actions to touch. For example, in Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro, by default:

• One touch is playback/pause.
• Double touch is the next track.
• Triple touch is the previous track.
• Retention is a voice assistant call.

If your model supports you ANC (active noise cancellation, in the application you can adjust its intensity or turn on the "Transparency" mode for conversations.

Connecting Xiaomi headphones to your computer (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Xiaomi headphones can be connected not only to smartphones, but also to computers. The pairing process on PCs is a little different from mobile devices, but it's just as simple. Consider the instructions for different operating systems.

For Windows 10/11:

1. Turn the headphones on in pairing mode (as described above).
2. Press Win + I to open the settings.
3. Go to Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
4. Click Add Bluetooth or another device and select Bluetooth.
5. In the list, find your headphones and click Connect.

For macOS:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Make sure Bluetooth is on.
3. Headphones should appear in the list of available devices. Press Connect.
4. If required, confirm the pairing on the headphones (for example, press the button on the case).

For Linux (Ubuntu/Debian):

1. Install the blueman package via the terminal: sudo apt install blueman
2. Run Blueman from the app menu.
3. Click Search and select your headphones from the list.
4. Confirm the pairing.

If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is missing or interrupted, check:

• 🔊 System sound settings (select headphones as default output device).
• 🔄 Bluetooth Codecs (on Windows, open the Control Panel) → Sound. → Properties of the device and select SBC or AAC instead of Hands-Free).
• 🔋 The level of charge of headphones (with a low charge, interruptions are possible).

⚠️ Note: Some laptops with Realtek Bluetooth adapters may have connection problems TWS-The solution is to update the adapter driver through the official website of Realtek.

Solution: Xiaomi headphones are not connected or not working

Even with the right connection, Xiaomi headphones may not work properly, so let’s look at the most common problems and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Headphones are not identified when searching.

• 🔋 Check the charge of the headphones and case (the indicator should burn when opening the lid).
• 🔄 Reset the headphone settings (instruction above).
• 📱 Restart your smartphone or PC.
• 🔌 Try connecting the headphones to another device to rule out a malfunction.

Problem 2: The sound is interrupted or delayed.

• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the headphones and the device (walls, metal objects).
• 🔊 In Bluetooth settings, select the codec AAC instead SBC (better for music).
• 🔋 Charge headphones to 100% - with a low charge, interruptions are possible.
• 📱 Close background apps that can use Bluetooth (such as fitness trackers).

Problem 3: The microphone is not working.

• 🎤 Check that the headphones are selected as the input device in the sound settings.
• 🔄 Reconnect the headphones (sometimes the microphone is activated only after pairing again).
• 📱 Update your headphone firmware through Mi Earphones.

Problem 4: The headphones are quickly discharged.

• 🔋 Turn it off. ANC (noise reduction, if not necessary, it significantly reduces the operating time.
• 📴 Reduce the volume – at maximum headphones discharge 2-3 times faster.
• 🔄 Reset the headphone settings and reconnect them.

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