Xiaomi Mi Band 4: a step-by-step action plan

Congratulations on the successful acquisition! Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is a legendary fitness bracelet, which even after a while remains one of the most popular wearable devices on the market due to its ratio of price and quality. Immediately after unpacking, a natural question arises: where to start, so that the gadget works correctly and shows accurate data.

The first thing you need to do is not to put it on your wrist, but to charge it. USB-The contacts on the back of the tracker are sensitive, so make sure they fit tightly.It takes about an hour to fully charge, after which the device will be ready for its first launch.

The most important step is software integration with your smartphone. Without pairing it properly, the bracelet will be just a pedometer clock, devoid of its smart features. In this article, we will take a detailed look at the whole way from turning on the screen to adjusting complex use cases.

Installation and configuration of the Mi Fit application

The foundation of the Xiaomi smartwatch ecosystem is the Mi Fit app (in newer versions it may be called Zepp Life), which is where all the initial configuration, data synchronization and updates are installed.

Once installed, launch the app and register an account, which is a must, because the bracelet is tied to your account, not just your phone. If you already have a Xiaomi account, just log in to your data.

⚠️ Warning: Don't try to pair the bracelet through the standard Bluetooth menu in your phone settings. This will cause a connection error. The whole process must take place strictly inside the Mi Fit app.

Once you have created an account, click on the plus in the top corner and select "Add Device." The app will ask for permission to use geolocation and Bluetooth -- be sure to agree, otherwise the search will not start. Mi Smart Band 4 will appear in the list, click on it to pair.

The wristband will display a vibrating signal and ask you to confirm the action. Press the touch button on the tracker. After the successful connection, the app will suggest adjusting the main parameters: left or right hand, goal by steps, time format.

Update firmware and select region

Immediately after you connect, you will likely see a notification that the new version of the software is available. The firmware is the software that controls the operation of the device, and you must update it because new versions fix errors, improve the accuracy of sensors and add features.

The upgrade process takes 5 to 15 minutes, during which time the screen of the bracelet will burn and the phone should be nearby, interrupting the process can cause the gadget to stop responding to commands.

The region is an important point for users from Russia and the CIS. In the application settings (Profile → Settings → Region), sometimes the default is "China" or "USA". For the correct operation of weather widgets and time synchronization, it is recommended to set your region or "Russia".

If you bought a Chinese version (CN) and you want a Russian language interface, the region may not have one, switching the region to Russia or Global often automatically tightens Russification if it is already in the device's memory, or suggests installing it.

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Changing the region in the Mi Fit application is the easiest way to activate the Russian language on the Chinese version of the bracelet without flashing it.

Set up notifications and calls

One of the main reasons people buy a fitness bracelet is the ability to see notifications without getting their phone out.The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 does a great job of displaying text messages, the caller's name and even emojis (in the form of simple emojis).

To set this up, go to the Mi Fit app, select your bracelet, and find the "Application Notifications" section, and check the boxes that you want to check against the right programs: WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, SMS, calls, and more.

It's important to understand that the bracelet only broadcasts what comes into your smartphone's status bar. If the phone is locked and the notification doesn't pop up on the screen, the bracelet may not receive it, so you need to allow notifications to be displayed for selected applications in your phone settings.

• 📱 For Android: Go to Settings → Annexes → Mi Fit (or Zepp Life) and allow all rights, especially Autostart and Background. Without it, the system can kill the application and notifications will stop coming.
• 🍏 For iOS: Go to Settings → Bluetooth, click on the icon (i) next to Mi Band 4 and turn on "Show notifications." Also check the settings inside the Zepp Life app itself.
• ⚙️ Control: In the bracelet itself in the Settings menu, you can turn on or off vibration when calling and messaging, and set the Do Not Disturb mode".

Text messages are displayed in full if it is not too long. SMS The text will be cut off, and the font on the screen is large enough to be readable because of the text. AMOLED-matrix.

Training and health monitoring

Fitness is the heart of the device. The Mi Band 4 can track your heart rate, your steps, your distance, your calories burned, your sleep quality. To get started with your workouts, go to the Sport section of the app or the bracelet itself.

The device supports 6 basic training regimes: running outside, running indoors, walking, exercise bike, swimming pool and free training. For each regime, you can set targets, such as time or distance.

The bracelet is marked 5 ATM, which means protection up to 50 meters deep, you can swim in the pool, it records swimming style and number of strokes, but it is not recommended to dive with it or take a hot shower due to temperature changes and vapor pressure.

⚠️ Warning: After contact with seawater, be sure to wash the bracelet with fresh water.Salt can cause corrosion of metal contacts for charging.

Sleep monitoring is automatic. You don't have to turn anything on before bedtime. In the morning, you'll see a graph of sleep phases: light, deep and light. REM-Based on this data, the algorithm gives an estimate of rest quality.

Personalization of the dial and interface

The boring black screen can be easily brought to life. Xiaomi Mi Band 4 supports changing dials (covers). The Mi Fit app has a dial store, where hundreds of options are available, from classic analog watches to animated characters.

To set a new dial, go to the bracelet profile, select "Dial setting" and click "Dial store." Choose the one you like and click "Download." It takes a couple of minutes.

In addition to the picture, you can adjust the order of the widgets you display. You can swipe left or right, you can swipe screens with steps, pulse, weather or alarm clock. In the app, this is done through Drag-and-drop in the "Display settings" section.

You can also adjust your wrist lift to turn on the screen, and you can choose sensitivity (normal or high) and time slots when this function works, which helps save battery if you don't want the screen to light up with every stroke of your hand.

Hidden functions and useful tips

Many users are unaware of some of the hidden features of the device, such as the bracelet you can control music on your phone, and there's a "Music" item on the wristband menu that allows you to switch tracks and adjust volume.

Another useful feature is phone search, where if you lose your smartphone in your apartment, you can select the "Search for Phone" option on the bracelet, and the device will make the phone ring loudly even if it is in silent mode (on some Android models).

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Use the Events feature in the app to set up the immobility reminders. The bracelet will vibrate if you sit too long, which is useful for office workers.

For those who like to swim, there is a water-locking screen feature that normally turns on automatically when diving, but you can activate it manually in the menu so that random touches of the wet screen don't confuse readings.

Remember to periodically clean the strap and back of the sensors. Sweat and dirt can build up, causing skin irritation or inaccurate pulsemeter readings.

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