How to turn on the smart watch Xiaomi Mi Band 4: instructions for beginners

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 remains one of the most popular fitness trackers thanks to its combination of affordable price, compact design and wide functionality. However, many users have difficulties already at the stage of first turning on the device. Unlike smartphones, where the activation process is intuitive, wearable electronics often require a number of non-obvious actions – from the correct installation of the bracelet to the setting of the pairing with the smartphone.

This article will help you understand how to turn on the Mi Band 4 from scratch, even if you have never used a smartwatch before. We will look not only at the basic steps (charging, syncing with the Mi Fit application), but also at the typical errors that prevent the successful activation of the device. For example, why the bracelet does not respond to touch after connecting to charging or what to do if the charge indicator does not light up.

If your Mi Band 4 is already lying idle due to failed attempts to turn it on, do not rush to bring it to the service. 90% of the time the problem is solved by yourself in 5-10 minutes, following our step-by-step instructions.

Preparation for the first inclusion: what to check before starting

Before you start activating the Xiaomi Mi Band 4, make sure you have everything you need. Often users miss the little things that slow things down.

• 🔋 Charger: complete with a bracelet is a special USB-Magnetic contact modules, you can't use third-party charges, which can damage the battery.
• 📱 Smartphone on Android 5.0+ or iOS 10.0+ with Mi Fit installed (you can download it from Google Play or App Store).
• 🔌 USB-port: a computer, laptop or network adapter (at least 5W) can be used to charge; charging from a power bank may not work due to insufficient voltage.
• ⏳ Time: The first run will take 15-30 minutes (including charging and setting up.

Pay special attention to the status of the contacts on the bracelet and charger. If they are contaminated or oxidized, clean them with a dry cotton swab. Also check if the cable is damaged - worn wires can cause unstable charging.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use alcohol, acetone or other aggressive liquids to clean the contacts. Dry treatment is sufficient. Moisture entering the connector can cause corrosion.

If you have a bracelet from the previous model (Mi Band 3), remember: their chargers are not interchangeable. The contacts on the Mi Band 4 are located differently, and trying to charge it from the old charge will lead to a lack of reaction.

Bracelet charging: why the indicator does not burn and what to do

The first step to turning on the Mi Band 4 is to charge the battery, and even if the bracelet is new, it's discharged after a long period of storage.

1. Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap by pressing the button from the back.
2. Connect the contacts of the capsule to the magnetic connectors of the charger.
3. Connect. USB-the module to the power supply. The charge indicator (battery icon) should appear on the bracelet screen).

If the indicator does not light up:

• 🔄 Turn the capsule over – you may have connected the contacts incorrectly.
• 🔌 Try another one. USB-port or cable. Sometimes the problem is power shortage.
• 🧹 Clean contacts of dust or oxidation (see tip above).
• ⏳ Wait 1-2 minutes – sometimes the indicator appears with a delay.

The full charge time of the Mi Band 4 is about 2 hours. However, for the first turn on, 20-30% of the charge is enough (about 20-30 minutes of charging).If the bracelet does not show signs of life after an hour on charging, try resetting it to factory settings (see section below).

The capsule fits tightly to the charger (click heard)

The charging indicator is lit white or red

Bracelet connected to power supply ≥5W

Contacts are clean and undamaged-->

First turn on: how to remove the bracelet from sleep mode

After charging, the Mi Band 4 may be in sleep mode. To wake it, do the following:

1. Put the capsule back in the strap (if removed for charging).
2. Touch the touch button under the bracelet screen. The Mi logo should appear.
3. If there is no reaction, press and hold the touch button for 5-10 seconds.
4. Wait for the main screen to appear over time (or a welcome message if the bracelet is new).

If the bracelet is not activated:

• 🔋 Check the charge level, it's possible the battery ran out during storage. Charge for another 30 minutes.
• 🔄 Try hard reset: connect the bracelet to charging, then press and hold the touch button for 20–30 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
• 📱 Make sure the bracelet is not paired with another smartphone. If so, untie it via Mi Fit on the old device.

The important thing is that the Mi Band 4 doesn't have a physical power button, it's all controlled through the sensor, and if the screen doesn't respond to touch, it could mean:

• Bracelet discharged (requires charging).
• Sensor is locked (unlocked by swipe up).
• The firmware is damaged (reflashing through Mi Fit is required).

If the bracelet has not turned on after all the manipulations, check it on another smartphone. In rare cases, the problem lies in incompatibility with your phone model (especially for iOS devices with an outdated version of the system).

Synchronization with a smartphone: step-by-step setting in Mi Fit

Without a smartphone connection, the Mi Band 4 works like a regular pedometer clock, and to unlock the full potential of the device (notifications, sleep monitoring, pulsemeter), it needs to be synchronized with the Mi Fit app.

1. Install Mi Fit from the official store (Google Play or App Store).
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (via Google, Facebook or phone number).
3. Click Add Device and select Mi Smart Band 4 from the list.
4. Allow the app to access geolocation, notifications, and contacts (this is necessary for proper operation).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen: confirm the pairing on the bracelet (touch the ticks on its screen).

After successful synchronization:

• 🕒 The bracelet will appear the current time (synchronized with the smartphone).
• 📊 Mi Fit will display data on steps, pulse and charge level.
• 🔔 Notification settings will be available (calls, SMS, messengers).

Common synchronization errors:

• 🚫 Mi Fit can't find the bracelet: make sure your smartphone is Bluetooth enabled and geolocated.
• ❌ Unconnected Error: untie the bracelet from other devices in Mi Fit (if it was previously paired).
• ⚠️ Bracelet connected, but data is not updated: check the permissions for Mi Fit in the phone settings.

⚠️ Note: If you use an iPhone, turn off the Bluetooth Limit feature in iOS settings before syncing (path: Settings) → Bluetooth → i (information) → Bluetooth limit.This feature can block the connection to the bracelet.

After the first synchronization, it is recommended to update the bracelet firmware. For this, go to the Profile in Mi Fit. → Mi Smart Band 4 → Software update: It takes 5-10 minutes to update, and the bracelet will reboot automatically. Don't interrupt the process, it can cause the system to crash.

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If the bracelet is not synchronized with Mi Fit, try temporarily disabling it. VPN Or a firewall on a smartphone, and they can block the connection to Xiaomi servers.

Set up the basic functions: what to do after turning on

Now that the Mi Band 4 is on and synced, it's time to personalize it, and here are the key settings to set up right away:

1. Language and region

By default, the bracelet can display a menu in Chinese.

1. In Mi Fit go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Display settings.
2. Select "Language" and set "Russian" (or other language you need).
3. Sync changes with the bracelet (touch the sync icons in the app).

Notifications

To receive alerts about calls and messages:

• In Mi Fit, open a profile → Notifications.
• Turn on the "Call Notifications" and "Notifications from Applications" switch.
• Select the apps you want to see on your bracelet (for example, WhatsApp, Telegram, Gmail).

3. Dials

Mi Band 4 supports interchangeable dials to set a new one:

1. In Mi Fit, go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Dials.
2. Select your favorite design and click "Sync".
3. On the bracelet, tap the screen and hold for 2 seconds to switch to a new dial.

It is also recommended to set up:

• 🔍 Auto-lighting screen (included in Display Settings).
• 🏃 Activity goals (steps, calories, sleep time).
• 💤 Sleep monitoring (included in Settings) → Sleep monitoring).

Tip: If you exercise, activate the "Training" mode in the bracelet settings, which will allow you to track your pulse, calorie consumption and route (when connected). GPS smartphone).

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After the first setup, be sure to enable Automatic Synchronization in the Mi Fit.This will allow the bracelet to update steps, sleep and pulse data in the background, without manually starting.

Solving typical problems after inclusion

Even after successful activation of the Mi Band 4, users are faced with typical problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

1.The bracelet discharges quickly

If the battery is running out in 1-2 days, check:

• 🔋 Synchronization frequency with Mi Fit. Set the interval no more than 1 time per hour.
• 📶 Continuously active Bluetooth. Turn it off on your smartphone when you're not using your bracelet.
• 💡 Screen brightness. Reduce it in bracelet settings.
• 🏃 Background pulse monitoring. Turn it off if you don't need it (in Settings) → Monitoring of heart rate).

2. no notifications are coming.

If the bracelet does not vibrate when calling or texting:

• 📱 Check the permissions for Mi Fit in your smartphone settings (notification access must be enabled).
• 🔔 In Mi Fit, make sure notifications for the right applications are activated.
• 🔄 Reconnect the bracelet: in Mi Fit, select Untie the device, then pair again.

3. The pulse meter is not working.

If the bracelet does not measure the pulse:

• 🩺 Make sure the sensor on the back of the capsule fits tightly to the wrist (not too tight and not too loose).
• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (hold the touch button for 10 seconds).
• 📲 Update the firmware through Mi Fit.

4.The bracelet is not synchronized with the Mi Fit

If the data are not updated:

• 📶 Check your internet connection on your smartphone.
• 🔄 Reset Mi Fit and Bluetooth on your phone.
• 🗑️ Clear the app cache (in smartphone settings: Apps) → Mi Fit → Memory. → Clear the cache).

If none of the methods did not help, reset the bracelet to the factory settings:

1. In Mi Fit, go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Untie the device.
2. Confirm the uncoupling.
3. Add the bracelet as a new device.

⚠️ Warning: Resetting to factory settings will remove all data from the bracelet (steps, sleep, settings) and sync it with Mi Fit if possible.

Reset and flashing: what to do if the bracelet "hangs"

In rare cases, the Mi Band 4 can freeze — stop reacting to touch, show the same screen or reboot cyclically.

• 🔄 Interrupted firmware update.
• 📱 Conflict with the Mi Fit version.
• 🔋 Critical battery discharge.

How to perform a hard reset:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
2. Press and hold the touch button for 20 to 30 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the button and wait for the reboot.

If the reset didn't help, try the forced reflashing:

1. Remove Mi Fit and install it again.
2. Connect the bracelet to charging and start the Mi Fit.
3. Add the device as new – the application will offer to update the firmware.

If the bracelet is still not working:

• 🔌 Check it out on another smartphone.
• 📡 Make sure your Mi Band 4 model is officially supported in your area (some shipments for China may have restrictions).
• 🛠️ Contact the Xiaomi Service Center if the warranty is still valid.

Note: After flashing the bracelet, all settings will reset, and you will have to reconfigure the dial, notifications and other settings.

FAQ: answers to frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi Band 4