Connecting Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 to Xiaomi phones and devices: full instruction

Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 are some of Xiaomi’s most popular wireless headphones, combining excellent audio quality, convenience and affordable price. However, even experienced users sometimes have difficulties with their first connection to smartphones or tablets of the brand. In this article, we will examine all possible ways to pair, customize and solve typical problems, from basic Bluetooth connection to fine optimization of sound through proprietary software.

The feature of these headphones is their versatility: they are compatible not only with Xiaomi, but also with other brands on Android and even iOS. However, when used with devices of the same ecosystem (for example, the Redmi Note 10 Pro or Mi 11), additional features are opened - such as quick synchronization via MIUI or access to branded uniformity in the Mi Home app. If you just unpacked your headphones or encountered a connection error - this guide will help you understand all the details.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before you start pairing, you need to properly activate Mi True Wireless Earphones 2. Unlike wired counterparts, wireless headphones require pre-tuning.

Here's what we need to do:

• 🔋 Charge the case. Even if the indicator shows the level of charge, connect the case to the power source for 10-15 minutes, which ensures that the headphones do not run out during the setup process.
• 🎧 Remove the headphones from the case, they will automatically turn on and go into pairing mode (this is signaled by a flashing white LED).
• 📱 Activate Bluetooth on your smartphone. Go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the module. Make sure there are no other active devices nearby that can cause interference.

If the headphones have been connected to another device before, they need to be reset.

1. Place both headphones back in the case.
2. Press the button on the back of the case for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.
3. After resetting, the headphones will be ready for a new pairing again.

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If the indicator on the case does not respond to pressing, check if the batteries are dead. Connect the case to charging for 5-10 minutes and try again.

2. Standard Bluetooth connection

The easiest way to pair Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 with a Xiaomi device is to use the standard Bluetooth protocol, which works on all smartphones of the brand, regardless of the version of MIUI.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the settings on your smartphone.
2. Go to the Bluetooth section and activate it.
3. Remove the headphones from the case – they will automatically appear in the list of available devices called Mi True Wireless Earphones 2.

Once successfully connected, a Bluetooth icon will appear in the status bar, and the headphones will be marked as "Connected" in the settings. If the device requests a confirmation code, enter the standard option - 0000 or 1234.

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Quick connection via MIUI (for new devices)

If your smartphone is running MIUI 12 or later (e.g. Xiaomi 12, Redmi Note 11), you can use the fast pairing feature, which simplifies the process and automatically adjusts additional audio settings.

How it works:

• 📲 Remove the headphones from the case and unlock the smartphone.
• 🔔 A pop-up window will appear on the screen with a suggestion to connect Mi True Wireless Earphones 2.
• 👆 Click "Connect" - the system will perform all the necessary settings.

The advantage of this method is that MIUI automatically:

• 🔊 Adjusts the optimal sound profile (for example, for music or calls).
• 🔄 Activates the automatic switching function between devices (if you have several Xiaomi gadgets).
• 📱 Offers to install the branded Mi Home app for advanced settings.

4. Sound setting and additional functions

Once connected, you can optimize the sound and activate the hidden capabilities of the headphones.

4.1. Built-in MIUI settings

Go to Settings. → Bluetooth, find Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and click on the icon ⚙️ (A gear is available here:

• 🎵 Equalizer – selection of preset profiles (Bases, Classics, Speech).
• 🔇 Noise reduction (if supported by your smartphone model).
• 🔄 Autoconnect – turn on the headphones to connect automatically when removed from the case.

4.2 Mi Home appendix

For advanced management, download Mi Home from Google Play:

1. Open the app and add headphones through Add Device → Audio.
2. You'll find it on the device menu: 🔊 Customize touch gestures (e.g., double touch for playback/pause). 🔋 Monitoring the charge level of the case and each headphone separately. 🔄 Update of firmware (if available).

5. Solving typical connection problems

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can have failures, and let's look at the most common mistakes and how to fix them.

5.1 Headphones do not appear in the Bluetooth list

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Case discharged - connect to charging for 10-15 minutes.
• 🔄 Headphones in reset mode – press the button on the case before flashing red and white, then reconnect.
• 📱 Conflict with other devices – disable Bluetooth on other gadgets nearby.
• 🛠️ Firmware failure – try updating your headphones through Mi Home.

5.2 Connection is interrupted or sound is lost

If the link is unstable:

• 📶 Interference from other devices – Remove from routers, microwaves or other 2.4GHz signal sources.
• 🔄 Reset Bluetooth settings on your smartphone: go to Settings → System system → Reset → Resetting network settings.
• 🎵 Bluetooth Codecs – in the headphone settings select SBC instead AAC (sometimes AAC stutter).

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If the problem persists, try connecting the headphones to another device, and if they are stable, it's a problem in your smartphone (possibly a faulty Bluetooth module).

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones stopped turning on after reset (the indicator does not burn), this may indicate a battery discharge of the case below the critical level.

6. Optimization of headphones with Xiaomi

To get the most out of Mi True Wireless Earphones 2, follow these tips:

Extension of the time of autonomy

• 🔋 Turn off your headphones when not in use – even in standby mode, they consume charge.
• 🎵 Use it. SBC-codec instead AAC — He's less energy-intensive.
• 🔊 Reduce the volume to 70-80% – this will reduce the load on the battery.

Improvement of sound quality

• 🎶 In Mi Home, select the profile "Bas"+" for music or "The Voice" for podcasts.
• 🔄 Activate. LDAC (If supported by your smartphone, for high-quality sound.
• 🎧 Use the right sleeves - the kit comes in 3 sizes, choose the densest.

6.3 Safety and care

• 💧 Avoid getting moisture despite protection IPX4, Do not wash your headphones underwater.
• 🧼 Wash the bottles with alcohol wipes 1 time a week.
• 🔋 Keep your headphones in your case – this prevents loss and discharge.

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If the headphones start to hold a charge worse, try to completely discharge them (before turning them off), and then charge the case 100%.

7. Connect to other Xiaomi devices (tablets, laptops, TVs)

Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 is compatible not only with smartphones, but also with other gadgets of the Xiaomi ecosystem.

Xiaomi Tablets (Pad 5, Pad 6)

The process is identical to connecting to a smartphone:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Remove the headphones from the case and select them in the list.
3. Confirm the pairing.

On tablets with MIUI for Pad, the same equalizer settings are available as on smartphones.

Xiaomi laptops (Mi Notebook, RedmiBook)

To connect to the laptop:

1. Turn on Bluetooth in the taskbar (or through Settings → Devices).
2. Click Add Device and select Mi True Wireless Earphones 2.
3. If the sound is not played, in the Control Panel → Sound, install the headphones with the default device.

⚠️ Note: Windows laptops may not have codec support AAC or LDAC. In this case, the sound will be transmitted through SBC, Which is a little bit of a downgrade.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV)

Connection to Mi TV is possible, but with limitations:

• 📺 Go to Settings. → Bluetooth and devices → Add the device.
• 🔊 Select Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 from the list.
• 🎮 For games, use the game mod in the headphone settings (if available).

Note that the sound delay on TVs can reach 150-200 ms, which is critical for dynamic scenes.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)