How to completely turn off headphones Xiaomi Air 2: instructions for the case and the headsets themselves

Xiaomi Air 2 wireless headphones (including the SE and Pro versions) have become popular due to a combination of sound quality, convenience and affordable price. However, many users have difficulty turning them off completely — especially if it is not only the headphones themselves, but also the charging case. Unlike wired counterparts, where you just need to remove the plug, wireless devices require specific actions.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to disconnect from the standard hold of a button to forced reset via a smartphone, and pay special attention to the nuances that the manufacturer does not always mention in the official documentation: for example, why headphones can not turn off when low charge or how to avoid accidental inclusion in the case, and you will learn how to store the Xiaomi Air 2 for a long time without the risk of battery drain.

If your headset is not standard (e.g., flashing the wrong color or not responding to presses), there is a section at the end of the article that diagnoses typical problems. For convenience, we have compiled video instructions, a table with the values of indicators and answers to frequent questions - from "can I turn off one earphone" to "what to do if the case does not turn off."

1. Standard method: switching off via a button on the case

The most obvious method is to use a physical button on the charger case, which works for most Xiaomi Air 2 models, but there are important details that not everyone knows about.

To turn off the headphones themselves (not the case!), follow the following steps:

1. Place both headphones in the case - they should stand on magnetic contacts.
2. Close the case cover.
3. Hold the button on the back of the case for 5-7 seconds until the indicator goes out or flashes red (depending on the firmware version).

⚠️ Warning: If the indicator continues to burn white or blue after holding the button, it means that the headphones are not turned off, but went into pairing mode).

Headphones do not respond to touch sensors |Indicator on the case is gone or flashes red 1 time in 3 seconds | When opening the case there is no audible connection signal

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It is important to understand that this method does not turn off the case itself - it only puts the headphones into sleep mode. Full discharge case can only be through forced reset (this is discussed in section 4). Also note that at low charge of the case (less than 10%), the headphones can automatically turn on when removed - this is a feature of the Xiaomi energy-saving algorithm.

2. Software shutdown via smartphone (MIUI and Android)

If the physical button doesn’t work or you want to turn off the headphones remotely, you can use the official Mi Home app or Bluetooth settings on your smartphone.This method is suitable for owners of devices on MIUI or any Android with version 8.0 and above.

Instructions for Mi Home:

1. Open the app and go to the Devices section → Headphones.
2. Choose your Xiaomi Air 2 from the list.
3. Slap the icon. ⚙️ («Settings) in upper right corner.
4. Scroll down and click Disable the device.

For standard Android settings:

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Find Xiaomi Air 2 in the list of associated devices.
3. Put the gear next to the headphones.
4. Select Disable (Do not “Forget the Device!”).

Through the button on the case | Through Mi Home | Through Bluetooth settings | Don't turn it off - they turn it off | Another way

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⚠️ Attention: Disconnecting via smartphone is not equivalent to completely turning off. Headphones will remain standby and will consume up to 5-7% of the charge per day (Xiaomi tests for 2023.

If the headphones continue to blink or make sounds after the software shutdown, try rebooting the Bluetooth module on your smartphone: turn it off and turn it back on in the settings. This often solves problems with the “hang” of the connection.

3. How to turn off one headphone (left or right)

By default, the Xiaomi Air 2 does not support independent disabling of the left or right earphone through standard methods.

• 🔋 Remove one earphone from the case and place it separately for 10-15 minutes. It will automatically go to sleep (consumption). ~1% per hour).
• 📱 Turn off the mono mode in the Mi Home settings (if enabled). → Headphones → Sound settings → Mono-regime → Off.
• 🔄 Reset your headphone settings (see section 4), but this will turn off both devices.

If you only need to use one headphone (for example, for conversations), it is better to set up mono mode in Mi Home.

1. Open the app and select headphones.
2. Go to the sound settings → Mode of operation.
3. Activate the Mono option (one earpiece).
4. Remove from the case only the right earphone - the second will remain off.

⚠️ Attention: With prolonged use of one earphone (more than 2-3 days), the stereo pair may desynchronize. To avoid problems, periodically return both earphones to the case for synchronization (enough 5-10 minutes).

4. Forced reset (hard reset) for complete shutdown

If the headphones or case do not respond to standard methods, a hardware reset will be required.

• 🔴 The indicator flashes red and white at the same time (charging error).
• 🔊 Headphones constantly make connection sounds, even in the case.
• 📵 Cannot hide headphones with a smartphone.

Resetting instructions:

1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Hold the button on the case for 15-20 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white alternately.
3. Release the button, the reset is complete. The headphones will turn off and the case will run to 0% (if it was on).

After reset, the headphones will automatically turn on the next time you remove them from the case. To turn them off again, use the method from section 1.

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5. How to turn off the case Xiaomi Air 2 (completely discharge)

Many users don't know that the charge case also has its own battery and can remain on even after the headphones are turned off.

1. Remove both earphones from the case.
2. Hold the button on the case for 10 seconds until the indicator goes out.
3. If the indicator continues to burn, connect the case to the charge and repeat step 2 - this will reset the power controller.

⚠️ Warning: Completely disabling the case will reset all pairing settings! The next time you turn on, the headphones will have to be reconnected to the smartphone. Also note that with prolonged storage (more than 1 month) the case can discharge to zero, which will lead to a firmware reset and the need to update via Mi Home.

If the case does not respond to the pressing, check:

• 🔌 Cleanliness USB-port (dust or oxidation may block contacts).
• 🔋 Battery condition (blown or leakage of electrolyte).
• 📱 Charger compatibility (use the power supply unit) 5V/1A).

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Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the right switch off, Xiaomi Air 2 headphones can behave unexpectedly, and here are typical situations and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: Headphones are included in the case

Reason: Touch buttons sticking or firmware failure.

Decision:

• Wipe the sensors with an alcohol napkin.
• Perform reset (section 4).
• Update the firmware through Mi Home.

Problem 2: Case doesn't turn off (indicator burns constantly)

Cause: Charging controller freeze or battery damage.

Decision:

• Connect the case to charging for 1 hour, then repeat the reset.
• Check the case for bloating (if yes, do not use!).

Problem 3: After turning off the headphones do not turn on

Reason: Complete discharge or desynchronization.

Decision:

• Place the headphones in the case and plug in to charge for 30 minutes.
• Hold the case button for 15 seconds to force it to turn on.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions