How to turn on Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones: full instructions with tips

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones are some of the most popular wireless headsets on the market due to their combination of price, sound quality and convenience. However, even with such a simple device, users sometimes have questions about how to turn on their headphones for the first time, what to do if they do not respond to buttons, or how to sync them with your phone. This article will help you understand everything from basic inclusion to solving typical problems.

We’ll look at not only the standard activation procedure, but also alternatives (e.g., through the Mi Home app), and tips for optimizing your headset, and if you’ve just unpacked the box or experienced a firmware update problem, here are the answers.

Important: The manual is suitable for most Mi True Wireless models, including Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, Mi AirDots Pro and others.

Preparation for first inclusion

Before you turn on the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless, make sure you follow all the preliminary steps.This will eliminate problems with connecting and syncing headphones with each other.

First, check the charge level of the case. The indicator on the front panel should be white or green (depending on the model) when connecting to the charge. If the indicator is red or flashing, the case is discharged, connect it to the network for 15-20 minutes. Also make sure that the headphones are properly installed in the nest of the case: the magnetic contacts should fit tightly.

Second, prepare the device you'll be connecting the headset to. On Android smartphones, turn on Bluetooth in settings or through the Quick Access Panel. On iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and activate the function. For stable operation, it is recommended to update the operating system to the latest version, this will eliminate possible conflicts with the connection protocols.

• 🔋 Case Charging: Use the original USB-Type-C cable (for newer models) or Micro-USB (for older ones). Avoid cheap chargers - they can damage the battery.
• 📱 Compatibility: Headphones work with Android 5.0+, iOS 10+ and most devices with Bluetooth support 4.2/5.0.
• 🔄 Reset before turning on: if the headphones have already been used but are not connected, a reset may be required (more on this below).

⚠️ Warning: Do not remove the headphones from the case until fully charged (the indicator on the case will stop flashing.

Standard incorporation

To enable Xiaomi Mi True Wireless for the first time, follow this step-by-step instruction:

1. Take both earbuds out of the case. They automatically turn on and start searching for each other (the headphones will flash white/blue).
2. Wait until the lights flash red and white at the same time (or only white, depending on the model), which signals that the headphones are synchronized and ready to connect.
3. On your phone, activate Bluetooth and find Mi True Wireless (or Mi) in the list of devices. AirDots_XXXX, where XXXX — unique identifier. Click on it to pair.
4. Confirm connectivity if required. Some models (such as the Mi AirDots Pro) may request access to contacts or microphones, allowing it to work properly.

Once successfully connected, the headphones will stop flashing and turn on a constant white light (or go out, depending on the firmware version). Now the headset is ready to use. To turn off the headphones, just put them back in the case - they will automatically turn off.

Headphones are determined in the list of Bluetooth devices

The lights stopped blinking and are constantly burning.

The sound is played in both headphones (check the balance in the phone settings)

The microphone is working (record the voice message)-->

If the headphones don’t connect the first time, try restarting Bluetooth on your phone (turn it off and turn it on again) or restarting the headphones themselves, putting them in the case for 10 seconds and delivering them back.

Alternative ways of inclusion

Sometimes the standard method doesn't work -- for example, if the headphones have been out of use for a long time or if the firmware has failed -- in which case one of the alternatives will help.

Through the Mi Home app

The Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS) lets you not only manage your headphones, but also update their firmware or reset settings.

1. Install the app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required!).
3. Click Add Device (+ icon in the upper right corner) and select Audio category.
4. In the list, find your headphone model (such as Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2) and follow the instructions on the screen.

The app will automatically detect the headphones if they are in pairing mode (blind/white flashing). Once connected, you can adjust the touch controls, check the charge level of each earphone and update the firmware.

Manual reset and re-energization

If the headphones do not respond to standard actions, perform a hard reset:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case (if any) or touchpad on both headphones for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white.
3. Get the headphones out of the case - they will reboot and be ready for a new connection.

⚠️ Warning: Reset removes all stored devices from the memory of the headphones, and after the procedure, you have to re-match them with your phone, tablet or laptop.

Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2

Mi AirDots Pro

Mi AirDots Youth Edition

Mi Air 2/2S/2 Pro

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Managing headphones after switching on

Once you've successfully connected, you can control playback and calls directly from your headphones, and the way you control it depends on the model, but most of them support the following gestures:

Note that in some firmware, gestures can be reassigned through the Mi Home app, for example, instead of controlling music, you can configure a voice assistant call or volume control.

If the touch panels are not responsive, check:

• 🔄 Headphone cleanliness: dirt or sweat can block sensors.Wash the surface with a dry wipe.
• 🔋 Charge level: When the discharge is below 10%, some functions are turned off.
• 📲 Phone Settings: Bluetooth Settings May Have Limited Media Control Access.

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To quickly check the charge level of your Android headphones, install the Battery Widget Reborn widget or use the Mi Home app. On your iPhone, the charge level is displayed in the Battery widget (added automatically after you connect).

Addressing inclusion issues

Even reliable devices sometimes fail, so let's look at the typical problems and how to fix them.

Headphones are not on

If the indicators do not light up when extracted from the case:

1. Check the charge of the case - connect it to charging for 30 minutes.
2. Clean the contacts on the headphones and in the case from dust or oxidation (use a cotton swab dipped with alcohol).
3. Make a reset (described above).
4. If nothing helps, try connecting the case to another power source (like a computer) – possibly a problem with the charger.

The headphones are not synchronized with each other.

If one earpiece is connected and the other is not:

1. Put both headphones in the case, close the lid and wait 10 seconds.
2. Take them back – they should automatically sync (the indicators flash at the same time).
3. If synchronization does not occur, reset (hold the button on the case or sensors on the headphones for 15 seconds).
4. In extreme cases, connect to each earphone separately via Bluetooth and update the firmware through Mi Home.

The headphones are connected, but the sound is only in one.

It's one of the most common problems. Causes and solutions:

• 🔊 Incorrect Bluetooth settings: on your phone, go to the settings of the connected device and select Use for media audio.
• 🔄 Synchronization failure: perform reset and connect the headphones again.
• 📱 Phone problem: Reboot your smartphone or check your sound settings (Mono mode may be activated).

Updating the firmware for stable operation

Updating the firmware headphone Xiaomi Mi True Wireless can solve connection problems, improve sound and add new features (for example, support for AAC codecs or aptX).

To update the firmware:

1. Install the latest version of the Mi Home app.
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open Mi Home, find your headset in the list of devices and go to its settings.
4. If an update is available, a notification will appear. Click Update and wait until the process is complete (don't turn off the headphones!).

Update time is 5-10 minutes. When you're done, the headphones will automatically restart. Don't interrupt the process even if the lights are gone!

⚠️ Warning: If your headphones stop working after the update, reset (hold the button on the case for 15 seconds) and reconnect them. 90% of the time, this solves the problem.

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Update your firmware only through the official Mi Home app. Using third-party utilities can lead to loss of warranty or headphone failure.

Long-term extension advice

To make Xiaomi Mi True Wireless last longer, follow these guidelines:

• 🔋 Charging: Do not leave your headphones in the case for more than 24 hours, this reduces the battery life%.
• 🧼 Clean: wipe your headphones and case once a week with alcohol wipes. Use a soft brush (such as a toothbrush) to remove earwax).
• 🌡️ Temperature: Do not leave your headphones in direct sunlight or in a cold place (below 0)°C) Optimal storage temperature: 10-35°C.
• 🎵 Loudness: Avoid listening to music at maximum volume – this impairs the quality of the speakers and can damage hearing.

It is also worth turning off the headphones from Bluetooth when they are not in use, which saves the case charge. On average, Mi True Wireless lasts 2-3 years with careful handling without noticeable deterioration in quality.

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If you lose a case often, attach a keychain with a Bluetooth tracker (such as the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band or Tile) to it, which will help you quickly find it through your phone.

FAQ: Frequent questions