How to set up Xiaomi Watches: A Complete Guide from Connection to Thin Settings

Xiaomi’s smartwatch is not just an accessory, but a full-fledged assistant for tracking health, managing notifications and even paying for purchases. However, many users face difficulties already at the first setup stage: the device does not connect to the phone, data is not synchronized or notifications disappear. This article will help you understand all the nuances from basic smartphone binding to hidden functions that are not written in the official instructions.

We’ll look at the setup for all the popular lines: Mi Band (including the latest models), Xiaomi Watch (S1, S2, 2 Pro) and Amazfit (GTS/GTR). We’ll focus on the typical errors that cause the watch to stop working correctly after a week of use, and give proven solutions. If you just unpacked the device or want to reconfigure it after resetting, this is the guide for you.

Preparation for setting up: what to do before turning on the clock

Before you start connecting, make sure you have everything you need, and without these steps, you run the risk of synchronization errors or the inability to activate certain functions.

Minimum requirements:

• 📱 Smartphone on Android 6.0+ or iOS 10.0+ (Mi Band 7 and newer Android 7.0+)
• 🔋 Charge hours at least 50% (at low charge, the firmware update may be interrupted)
• 🌐 Stable Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile Internet) for downloading applications and updates
• 📌 Xiaomi or Zepp account (depending on the watch model)

If you use an iPhone, you'll notice that the functionality of the watch will be limited. For example, you won't be able to answer calls or use a voice assistant on the Mi Band. For full-time work, you'd better have an Android smartphone with Google Play services installed.

⚠️ Note: If you have previously used a watch from another brand (such as Huawei or Samsung), remove its companion apps.

Installation and configuration of the official application

All Xiaomi smartwatches require the installation of a special application for control.

After installation of the annex:

1. Open the program and sign in to your Xiaomi account (or create a new one).
2. Click "Add device" and select your model from the list.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen – the application will prompt you to turn on Bluetooth and provide the necessary permissions.

Important: If you use a smartphone with a MIUI shell, turn off the Battery Optimization function for the Mi Fitness/Xiaomi Wear app before connecting the watch. Otherwise, sync will be interrupted every 2-3 hours.

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First Connection of the Watch to the Phone: A Step-by-Step Process

Now, to the most critical stage, pairing a watch with a phone, the algorithm is the same for most models, but there are nuances for the Mi Band and Xiaomi Watch.

For the Mi Band (all models):

1. Charge the bracelet to 100% and wait until it turns on automatically (or press the touch button).
2. In the Mi Fitness app, select "Add device" → "Breasure".
3. A 6-digit code will appear on the watch screen – enter it into the app.
4. Confirm the pairing on both devices.

For the Xiaomi Watch:

1. Press and hold the side button on the clock until it appears. QR-code.
2. In the Xiaomi Wear app, select "Add Device" → "QR Scanner".
3. Put the phone camera on QR-clock-screen.
4. Wait until the synchronization is complete (it can take up to 5 minutes).

If the clock is not set, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (Settings) → Bluetooth → Off/On).
• 📱 Remove the watch from the list of associated devices in the phone settings and reconnect.
• 🔋 Connect the watch to charge for 10 minutes – sometimes a low charge blocks detection.

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If the Mi Band 7/8 watch doesn’t connect to an iPhone, try first installing the Mi Fitness app on an Android device, performing the initial setup, and then connecting to an iPhone.

Basic settings: time, notifications and user profile

Once connected successfully, you need to adjust the basic parameters, and without that, the watch won't display time correctly, display notifications, or track activity.

Synchronization of time and region:

• 🕒 In the application go to "Device Profile" → "Date and time".
• 🌍 Choose your time zone (if you automatically choose the wrong one).
• ⚙️ Enable the option "Autosynchronization of time" (otherwise the clock will lag behind the clock). 1-2 minutely).

Configuring notifications:

• 📳 Go to Notifications" → "Management of notifications".
• 🔕 Select the apps you want to see on your watch (such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Gmail).
• 📵 Turn off unnecessary notifications (such as from games or social networks) to avoid wasting battery power.

3. Personal data for tracking:

• 👤 In the Profile section, specify your height, weight and date of birth.
• 🏃 Select activity level (e.g., "Low", "Mediocre", "High").
• ❤️ Enable the option “Heart Rate Tracking” (can be disabled by default to save battery life).

⚠️ Warning: If you don't specify your exact weight and height, the clock will overstate or understate the calorie burns. 20-30%!

Additional features: payments, voice assistant and gestures

Xiaomi’s modern watches support features that many users don’t even know about.

1. Contactless payments (NFC):

• 💳 Supported on Xiaomi Watch models S1 Pro, Watch 2 Pro and Mi Band 7 Pro.
• 📱 To set up, go to "NFC payment" → "Add a map".
• 🏦 Mastercard and Visa cards of most Russian banks (Sberbank, Tinkoff, VTB, etc.) are supported.).

Voice assistant:

• 🎤 Available on Xiaomi Watch S2/S3 watch 2 Pro.
• 🗣️ Activated by the command "Hello, Xiaomi" or by long pressing the side button.
• 🌐 Supports Russian, but some commands (such as smart home management) only work in English.

3. Gesture control:

• 🙌 On the Mi Band. 7/8 You can turn on "Raising your hand to turn on the screen" (Settings) → Display).
• 🔄 On Xiaomi Watch, the gesture “Rotate the wrist to flip the screens” is available".
• ⚠️ Turn off unnecessary gestures if the clock is accidentally activated while sleeping or exercising.

Updating the firmware and solving connection problems

Regular firmware updates fix bugs, add new features, and improve stability, but a wrong update can make the watch tick. Here's how to do it safely.

How to update firmware:

1. Connect the watch to charging and make sure it is at least 50% charged.
2. Open the companion app and go to "Device Profile" → "Firmware Update".
3. If a new version is available, click Update and wait until it is completed (don’t turn off Bluetooth!).

Typical problems and solutions:

⚠️ Warning: If the watch is out or out of order during a firmware update, don’t try to turn it on again! connect to charging and wait for the process to continue automatically (may take up to 30 minutes.

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Always check for feedback on new firmware on forums (like 4PDA) before upgrading.Some versions may degrade autonomy or break NFC.

Resetting settings and reconnecting hours

If the watch is glitching, not synchronizing, or you want to pass it to another person, you'll need to reset to factory settings. The process differs depending on the model.

For the Mi Band:

1. In the Mi Fitness app, go to "Device Profile" → "Untie the Device."
2. On the watch itself, go to Settings → Reset (on Mi Band 7/8 – swipe down → gear icon → Reset).
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

For the Xiaomi Watch:

1. On the watch, go to Settings → System → Resetting.
2. Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
3. After reset, reconnect the watch as you did when you first set up.

If the clock is not switched on after reset:

• 🔌 Connect to the charger on 1-2 One hour (sometimes full discharge and charging is required).
• 🔄 Try to hold the power button. 15-20 second-on-seconds.
• 📱 Remove the watch from the list of Bluetooth devices on your phone and reconnect.

Hidden functions and life hacks for experienced users

Even if you’ve been using a Xiaomi watch for a long time, you probably don’t know about these features:

Hidden dials:

• 🎨 On the Xiaomi Watch S2/S3 You can set the dials from Amazfit. To do this, download the.bin file from the forum. 4PDA and download it through the Zepp app.
• 🔍 On the Mi Band. 7/8 Hidden dials are activated via the engineering menu (click on the 5 once on the screen in the main menu).

2. Advanced training settings:

• 🏋️ In the Mi Fitness application, you can create custom training at your own intervals (for example, for tabat or circular training).
• 📊 Export training data to Strava or Google Fit via Settings → Related accounts".

3. Automation with Tasker:

• 🤖 With the Tasker app, you can set up automatic actions, such as turning on "Do Not Disturb" on your watch when you sleep, or running a geolocation workout (when you enter the gym).
• 🔗 This will require the AutoWear plugin (available on Google Play).

- Automatic measurement SpO₂ (oxygenation)

- Notifications from social media

Raising your hand to turn on the screen

Constant monitoring of heart rate (let only during the day)

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