How to set up Xiaomi Mi Band 4: detailed instructions with photos and tips

Why you need the right setup of Mi Band 4

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet is still one of the most popular gadgets for tracking activity, despite the release of new models. Its main advantages are simplicity, reliability and wide functionality for an affordable price. However, many users face problems when setting up the wristband first: the bracelet does not sync with the smartphone, does not show the time correctly or does not display notifications. In this article, we will analyze all the stages of setting up the Mi Band 4 – from connecting to the phone to subtle parameters like sleep modes and alarm clocks.

The Mi Band 4 is a feature that works through the official Mi Fit app (or its alternatives like Zepp Life and Notify & Fitness). Without the right account binding, some features will not be available, such as synchronizing data with the cloud or setting up notifications from instant messengers. We will tell you how to avoid typical errors and customize the bracelet to your needs, even if you are new to the world of smart gadgets.

Important: the instructions are relevant for all versions of the Mi Band 4 firmware, including the latest updates from 2023-2026. If you have a bracelet with Cyrillic characters on the screen (modification for Russia / CIS), some menu items may be slightly different - we will point to this separately.

Preparation for setting up: what to do before connecting

Before you start syncing the Mi Band 4 with your phone, follow a few steps that will save time and help avoid common problems like “the bracelet is not located” or “the app does not see the device”.

• 📱 Update the Mi Fit app to the latest version on Google Play or App Store. Older versions may not support new bracelet firmware.
• 🔋 Charge Mi Band 4 to at least 50%.Discharged battery can interrupt the setup process.
• 📶 Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and make sure it works consistently (for example, try connecting headphones).
• 🔒 Create a Xiaomi account (if you don't have one) without it, you can't save your workout and sleep data.

Also check your phone's compatibility. Mi Band 4 officially supports:

• 🤖 Android 5.0 and higher with Google Play).
• 🍎 iOS 10.0 and higher for iPhone).

If you have a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO, We recommend you disable the dual applications function for Mi Fit, which can interfere with stable synchronization. → Annexes → Double Apps and Remove Duplicate.

Synchronization of Mi Band 4 with the phone: step-by-step instructions

Now, to the most important thing, connecting the bracelet to your smartphone, follow the instructions carefully to avoid errors.

1. Install Mi Fit from the official store (Google Play or App Store). Alternatives like Zepp Life or Mi Band Master are suitable if you have problems with the original software.
2. Sign up or sign in to a Xiaomi account. If you already have an account on another device (like a Xiaomi smartphone), use the same data.
3. Click "Add Device" in the app's main menu and select Mi Smart Band 4 from the list.
4. Unlock the bracelet if it is new: To do this, tap the touch button under the screen until the inscription “Pair” (or “Pair” on the Russian versions) appears.
5. Confirm the connection in the app and on the bracelet. The Mi Band 4 screen will show the code, it must match the code in Mi Fit.

If the bracelet is not present, try the following:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off and turn on again).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in your phone’s Bluetooth settings and try again.
• 🔋 Check the bracelet charge – if the level is below 10%, synchronization may be interrupted.

The latest update to Mi Fit has been installed

Bluetooth is on and running consistently

Bracelet charged at least 50%

Xiaomi account created and confirmed

Mi Band 4 unlocked (press the sensor under the screen)-->

Once successfully connected, the app will offer to update the firmware of the bracelet. Updating through Mi Fit is the only official way to flash the Mi Band 4 without the risk of "bricking." Do not use third-party firmware if you are not sure of your skills.

Set up the main parameters: time, date, language

After synchronization, you need to adjust the basic parameters so that the bracelet correctly displays the information, most of the settings are duplicated in the Mi Fit app and on the bracelet itself.

How to change the interface language:

1. Open Mi Fit and go to the Profile section → Mi Smart Band 4 → Settings of the device → Language.
2. Select the desired language from the list (Russian, English, Chinese, etc.).
3. Confirm the change, the bracelet will reset.

How to set the time and date:

The time on Mi Band 4 is synchronized automatically with the phone when it is connected.

• 🕒 Check your time zone on your smartphone (should match your region).
• 🔄 Reconnect the bracelet: Turn it off in Mi Fit, then add it again as a new device.
• 📱 Update data manually: in Mi Fit go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Synchronize data.

If you change your language and display characters or incorrect characters on the bracelet, it means that you have a Chinese version of the firmware. To fix it, update the software through Mi Fit or install an alternative firmware (for example, Modified Firmware from enthusiasts).

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If after updating the firmware bracelet stopped showing Cyrillic, try to reset it to factory settings (Settings) → Reset on the bracelet) and repeat settings.

Set up notifications: calls, SMS and messengers

One of the key features of the Mi Band 4 is alerting for incoming calls, messages and notifications from apps, which is disabled by default, so you need to manually configure it.

How to enable notifications:

1. Open Mi Fit and go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Notifications.
2. Turn on the Call Notification and Notifications from the apps switch.
3. Select the apps you want to see on your bracelet (e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber).
4. Set up the alert style: vibration, screen highlighting, or both.

Important nuances:

• 📱 On Android, you need to give Mi Fit permission to access notifications. → Annexes → Mi Fit → Notifications and access enabled.
• 🍎 On iPhone notifications work limited – the bracelet will show only incoming calls and SMS. For instant messengers, you will need an additional application like Notify & Fitness.
• 🔕 If notifications don’t come, check to see if Mi Fit is added to the Do Not Disturb list or energy-saving mode.

To read the notification on the bracelet, swipe up the screen. To delete, swipe left. If the notification is long, the text will scroll automatically.

Set up a pedometer, exercise and sleep monitoring

The Mi Band 4 can track activity, steps, distance and calories, and analyze sleep phases, but you need to adjust your user profile and tracking parameters correctly for accurate data.

How to set up a pedometer:

1. In Mi Fit go to Profile → Personal data and precise height, weight, age and gender, which affects calorie and distance calculation.
2. Select the dominant hand (the one you wear the bracelet on) in your device settings → Wearing on the hand.
3. Activate Step Tracking in the same section.

For training:

• 🏃 Choose the type of activity on the bracelet: running, walking, cycling, swimming (waterproof bracelet up to 50 meters).
• ⏱️ Set your goals by steps in Mi Fit (recommended 8-10 thousand per day for average activity).
• 📊 Turn on Auto-Detection of Workouts so that the bracelet recognizes the beginning of a jog or walk.

Sleep monitoring is automatically enabled, but it can be configured:

1. In Mi Fit, go to Son → Sleep settings.
2. Set a goal for sleep (recommended 7-9 hours).
3. Switch on a smart alarm if you want to wake up in light sleep.
4. Activate daytime sleep tracking if you sleep during the day.

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To accurately track sleep, wear a bracelet on a non-dominant hand (for example, your left hand if you are right-handed) so that the data will be as correct as possible.

If the pedometer shows inflated or undervalued values, calibrate it:

1. Walk 20-30 steps with your phone in your hand.
2. Compare the number of steps in Mi Fit and in the phone counter (e.g. Google Fit).
3. If the difference is greater than 10%, calibrate the bracelet to your device settings. → Pedometer calibration.

Additional features: alarm clocks, phone search, screen lock

The Mi Band 4 supports some useful "chips" that many users are unaware of. Let's take a closer look at them.

Alarm clocks:

• ⏰ You can set up to 10 alarm clocks right on your bracelet or in Mi Fit.
• 🔄 Select the days of the week when the alarm should go off (for example, weekdays only).
• 🔕 You can turn off the alarm by double pressing the touch button or shaking your hand (if the Smart Shutdown function is enabled).

Phone search:

If you lost your smartphone, you can find it with a bracelet:

1. Swipe down the Mi Band 4 screen and select the phone icon.
2. The bracelet will send a signal to the phone (even if it is silent).
3. The function works only when you are actively connected via Bluetooth.

Phone screen lock:

The bracelet can automatically lock your smartphone when you move away from it:

• 🔒 Enable the function in Mi Fit → Settings of the device → Screen locking.
• 📱 Android will need to give Mi Fit administrator rights.
• ⚠️ On iPhone, this feature does not work due to the limitations of iOS.

Music management:

From the bracelet, you can switch tracks and adjust the volume:

• 🎵 Run the player on your phone (Spotify, Apple Music, VK, etc.).
• 🔄 Swipe down the Mi Band 4 screen and select the music note icon.
• ⏯️ Use the touch button to pause/play, swipes left/right to switch tracks.

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If the music management feature doesn’t work, check if you have allowed Mi Fit to access player notifications in your phone settings.

Resetting settings and problem solving

If the Mi Band 4 is starting to glitches — it's not synced, it doesn't show notifications, or it's quickly discharged — resetting to factory settings will help, which is also useful before selling the bracelet.

How to reset your settings:

1. On the bracelet, go to Settings → Reset (icon with wrench wrench) → "Reset").
2. Confirm the action by pressing the touch button.
3. After the reboot, the bracelet will be like a new one – you will need to re-sync with the phone.

Alternatively, if the bracelet does not respond:

1. Connect the Mi Band 4 to the charger.
2. Press and hold the touch button for 15-20 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the button and the bracelet will drop.

Common problems and solutions:

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet stops turning on after reset or shows a white screen, this may indicate firmware damage, in which case try charging it within 1-2 hours or contact a service center. Self-flashing through unofficial tools can finally bring the device down.

If there are problems, check:

• 🔋 Battery state - when the battery wears out, the bracelet can turn off at low charge.
• 📲 Mi Fit Version – Update the app to the latest version.
• 🔄 Rebooting your phone – sometimes helps with Bluetooth crashes.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions