How to turn on Xiaomi Mi True headphones: full instructions for all models

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones (including Mi True Wireless Earphones 2, Mi Air 2 Pro and Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2) have become some of the brand’s most popular accessories due to their combination of sound quality, compactness and affordable price. However, even such simple devices sometimes have connection problems – especially if you use them for the first time or after a long break.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to turn on Xiaomi Mi True headphones, from standard pairing with a phone to solving typical errors (for example, when one earphone does not connect or the indicator does not burn).

This guide will be suitable for all versions of the firmware and models of the Mi True Wireless line, including budget and flagship versions. If your model is different, check its name in the specifications or on the box, as some features (for example, low latency mode for games) may not be available in the basic versions.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first turn on

Before you turn on Xiaomi Mi True Wireless, make sure you follow all the preliminary steps.This will save you most of the connection issues.

First, check the battery. Even if the headphones are new, they may have run out during storage. Put them in a case and plug them into the charger for 10 to 15 minutes. The indicator on the case should light up white or red (depending on the model). If the indicator doesn't burn at all, try another cable or socket.

Second, remove the headphones from the case only after you make sure that the charge is present. On models with touch control (for example, Mi Air 2 Pro) it is enough to use one touch to turn on, and on the buttons (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic) you will need to hold the mechanical button.

• 🔋 Case charge: if the indicator flashes red, charge less than 20%, white, 20% to 100%. ~1.5 hours.
• 🎧 Headphone charge: when removed from the case, they should automatically turn on. If this does not happen, the discharge is deep, it will take 5-10 minutes in the case.
• 📱 Compatibility: Headphones work with Android 5.0+, iOS 10+ and most devices with Bluetooth 4.2+.

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones do not respond to the presses after charging, do not try to disassemble them yourself.

2. Standard on and pairing with the telephone

The process of turning on depends on the headphone model. Below is a universal instruction that is suitable for most versions of Xiaomi Mi True Wireless.

For touch-controlled models (Mi Air 2 Pro, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2):

1. Take both headphones out of the case - they should turn on automatically (the indicator will light up).
2. On the right headphone, tap the touchpad and hold for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white and red (pairing mode).
3. On your phone, turn on Bluetooth and find the Mi True Wireless device in the list of available ones.

For models with mechanical buttons (Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic):

1. Get the headphones out of the case.
2. Press and hold the button on the right earphone for 5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing alternately red and white.
3. Connect to the device via the Bluetooth menu on your phone.

After successful connection, the indicator on the headphones will light up with permanent white (or go out on some models), in the future, the headphones will automatically connect to the phone when removed from the case.

The indicator on the headphones is lit white (does not blink)

The Bluetooth menu of the phone shows "Connected"

The sound is played synchronously in both headphones.

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3.What to do if the headphones do not turn on

If Xiaomi Mi True Wireless doesn’t respond to taps or is not determined by the phone, the reasons can vary from battery drain to software failure.

If neither of these methods worked, try connecting your headphones to another device (like a tablet or laptop). If the problem persists, one of the headphones or case may have malfunctioned. In this case, contact the Xiaomi service center (the headphone guarantee is usually 12 months).

⚠️ Note: Do not use adapters with more power to charge the case 5V/1A. This can cause the battery to overheat and the device to fail.

Mi True Wireless Earphones 2

Mi Air 2 / Air 2 Pro

Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic / Basic 2

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4. How to reset headphone settings to factory

If Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones start to work incorrectly (for example, spontaneously turn off, do not sync with each other or do not connect to the phone), resetting to factory settings will help. This procedure removes all saved devices and returns the headphones to the state “out of the box”.

Resetting instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the case cover and hold the button on the case for 15 seconds (some models have a touchpad on the right earpiece) and the indicator should start flashing red and white.
3. Close the case cover, then remove the headphones - they should automatically go into pairing mode.

After the reset, the headphones will appear in the Bluetooth menu as a new device. Repeat the connection process as described in Section 2.

If the reset didn’t help, try updating your firmware through the Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS).

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open Mi Home, find the device in the list.
3. If an update is available, a notification will appear – follow the instructions on the screen.

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If the headphones do not sync with each other after reset, put them in a case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then remove and hold the button on both headphones simultaneously for 5 seconds.

5. Features of management and additional functions

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones support not only basic playback features, but additional features that many users do not use.

Gesture control (for models with touch panels):

• 🎵 Reproduction/pause: one touch on any earpiece.
• 🔀 Next track: double touch on the right earpiece.
• 🔄 Previous Post:Double touch on the left earpiece.
• 📞 Accept/Turn a Call: One Touch.
• 🚫 Reject the call: Hold the touch for 2 seconds.

Low Delay Mode (for games):

The Mi Air 2 Pro and Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 have a special mode to reduce the latency of the game.

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open the Mi Home app.
3. Select headphones in the list of devices.
4. Go to Sound Settings → Game Mode and turn on the option.

In this mode, the sound delay is reduced to 80-100 ms, which is critical for dynamic games (for example, shooters or racing). However, note that the sound quality can deteriorate slightly due to compression of the audio stream.

6. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even after successfully connecting with Xiaomi Mi True Wireless, problems can arise.-5 The most common mistakes and ways to eliminate them.

1.The headphones plug in, but the sound is interrupted

The reason: interference from other devices (Wi-Fi router, microwave) or weak Bluetooth signal.

• 📶 Move closer to the phone (optimal distance - up to 10 meters without obstacles).
• 🔄 Restart your phone and headphones (return to the case for 10 seconds).
• 📵 Disable other Bluetooth devices near (fitness bracelets, speakers).

2.One earpiece works quieter than the other

Reason: pollution dynamics or different level of charge.

• 🧹 Clean the speaker grid with a cotton swab (without alcohol!).
• 🔋 Check the charge of both headphones in the Mi Home app.
• 🔊 In the phone settings, check the sound balance (Settings) → Sound. → Stereo balance).

3.The headphones discharge quickly

Reason: background processes or battery wear.

• 📴 Turn off voice notifications (if not in use) in Mi Home settings.
• 🔋 Calibrate the battery: discharge the headphones to 0%, then charge to 100% without interruptions.
• 🔄 Update the firmware through Mi Home – in new versions optimized energy consumption.

4 Headphones are not defined by the phone

Reason: conflict with Bluetooth cache.

• 🗑️ Remove headphones from the list of conjugated devices on your phone.
• 🔄 Reboot the phone.
• 🔄 Reset the headphone settings (see Section 4).

5.The sound is distorted or wheezing appears

Reason: Incompatible audio codec.

• 🎧 In Bluetooth phone settings, select for codec headphones SBC (most compatible).
• 📱 Update the firmware of the phone – in new versions of Android improved support AAC aptX.

⚠️ Attention: if after falling or getting moisture headphones began to wheez or turn off, do not try to dry them with a hair dryer or rice - this will aggravate the damage.

7. How to check the originality of headphones

There are often fake Xiaomi Mi True Wireless products on the market that look almost identical to the original, but have poorer sound quality and short lifespan. Here are 5 ways to distinguish the original:

• 📦 Packaging: the box must be made of dense cardboard with a clear seal of the Mi logo. On the back side - a barcode and a serial number.
• 🔍 Design: on the original headphones there are no gaps between parts of the body, and the indicator burns with a smooth light (on fakes often flashes chaotically).
• 🎵 Sound: The original supports codec AAC, It's a very high frequency sound, and it's a deaf sound".
• 📱 Appendix: Original headphones are defined in the Mi Home with a full set of settings.Fakes are either not defined or displayed as "Unknown Device".
• 🔋 Charging: The case of the original headphones charges in 1.5-2 hours. Counterfeiting often warms up and charges for longer than 3 hours.

To make sure you are completely original, check the serial number on Xiaomi’s website:

1. Find the serial number on the box or in the Mi Home settings.
2. Go to mi.com/global/verify.
3. Enter the serial number and the CAPTCHA, and if the device is original, it will show confirmation.

If you have already bought a fake, you can return the money through the law on consumer protection (in Russia) or similar mechanisms in your country: save checks, screenshots of correspondence with the seller and a record of the conversation (if you bought offline).

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