Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic has become one of the brand’s most popular accessories thanks to its combination of compactness, high-quality sound and affordable price. However, even such simple devices sometimes have questions with the first turn on — especially if you have just unpacked the box or haven’t used the headset for a long time. This article will help you figure out how to activate the headphones, what to do if they don’t turn on, and what nuances it is important to consider when you first connect.
We'll go through all the scenarios, from standard onset to forced resetting, and you'll also learn how to distinguish pairing from normal on, why the headphones might not respond to a button, and what to do if one of the headphones is silent, and the instructions are suitable for both new and already used devices.
Preparation for the first inclusion: what to check
Before you press the buttons, make sure that all the preconditions are met, which will save you from unnecessary manipulation and time.
- 🔋 Charging your headphones and your case, even if the indicator on your case is on, it doesn't guarantee that the headphones are charged. Connect the case to the power source for 10-15 minutes to make sure that there's a charge.
- 📦 The headphones should be placed in the nests with the contacts down (metal points on the headphone case should touch the contacts in the case).
- 🔄 No lock. Some cases have a mechanical latch -- make sure it's not locked.
If you're taking your headphones out of the box for the first time, look at the protective film on the case contacts or the headphones themselves, which can prevent charging and, as a result, turning on. Carefully remove it with a needle or a nail.
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If the indicator on the case flashes red when connected to the charge, it is a signal of low charge level. Wait until it lights up in white or orange (depending on the firmware version).
Standard Incorporation: Step-by-step instructions
The process of activating Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic is as simple as possible.
- Take both earphones out of the case. They should turn on automatically in 2-3 seconds (you will hear the beep and see the flashing of indicators).
- If automatic switching does not occur, press and hold the touch panel on any of the headphones for 3-5 seconds until the white LED flashes.
- After the sound signal (“Power on”), the headphones are ready to pair with the device.
Important: If the headphones have already been paired with another device (like a friend's smartphone), they will automatically connect to it when turned on. To avoid this, pre-remove them from the list of Bluetooth devices on that gadget.
Headphones emit an audible signal when removed from the case |Indicators flash white/blue | Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic | Both headphones are defined as connected (in the mobile app or audio settings)
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Interconnection mode: how to connect to a new device
If you are turning on your headphones for the first time or want to connect them to another smartphone/laptop, you need to activate the pairing mode.
- 📱 For new connection: Make sure the headphones are off (put them in the case and close the lid for 5 seconds). Take out both headphones and hold the touchpad on the right earphone for 5-7 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white (a unique feature of the pairing mode for this model). Turn on Bluetooth on your device and select Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic from the list.
- 🔄 For reconnection (if the headphones have already been paired): Just take them out of the case - they will automatically connect to the latest device.