Why do you need the right AirDots Pro 2 S setup?
Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2 S wireless headphones are not just an accessory, but a full-fledged tool for listening to music, calls and podcasts. However, many users face problems already at the first connection stage: the headphones are not on the list of devices, the sound is interrupted, or one of the headphones turns off after 5 minutes, the reason most often lies in the wrong sequence of actions or missed nuances of settings.
In this article, we will not only examine the basic connection to Android and iOS smartphones, but also reveal hidden features of the model (for example, low latency mode for games), and also give a checklist for diagnosing typical errors. If you have already tried to connect headphones and you failed, do not rush to return them to the store. 90% of the time, the problem is solved in 2-3 steps.
Compilation and preparation for connection
Before you start pairing, make sure you have everything you need. In the box with the AirDots Pro 2 S should be:
- 🎧 Two wireless headphones (right and left)
- 🔋 Charging case with indicator
- 📜 Short instructions (often in several languages, but without details)
- 🔌 Cable USB-C case-loader
Note that some headphone batches may not have cables — this is not a defect, but a feature of the configuration for certain regions. Also check that the case has a charge indicator (a small LED) that lights up when connected to the power.
Charge the case to 100% (indicator burns green)|Remove headphones from the case and wait for their automatic turn on|Make sure that the smartphone is enabled Bluetooth|Disable other wireless devices (columns, clocks) to avoid conflicts-->
If the indicator on the case flashes red for more than 10 seconds in a row, this is a signal of a critical battery discharge. In this case, connect the case to charging for 15-20 minutes before the first use, and we recommend updating the firmware of the headphones (we will talk about this in one of the following sections).
Step-by-step: Connecting to Android
The pairing with Android devices (including Xiaomi, Samsung, Realme and others) takes no more than 2 minutes, if you follow the algorithm:
- Activate pairing mode: Take both earbuds out of the case - they will automatically turn on and go to search mode (the indicators on the headphones will flash white and red). If this does not happen, press and hold the touchpad on either of the headphones for 5 seconds until you hear the beep.
- Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone: Go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth and activate the feature. Make sure that the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S (or similar) appears on the list of available devices.
- Confirm pairing: Click on the headphone name in the list. If you have a request for code confirmation (usually 0000 or 1234), enter it. Once successfully connected, the indicators on the headphones will light up in blue.
Important: If the headphones are not being determined, try resetting them. To do this, put both earphones in the case, then press and hold the button on the case for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.
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If you have a Xiaomi smartphone, use the Mi Earphones app (available on the Play Market) that allows you to adjust the equalizer, check the charge level of each headphone and update the firmware.
Connection to iPhone (iOS): features and nuances
iPhone owners often complain that AirDots Pro 2 S is not connected the first time or fails, due to the peculiarities of the Bluetooth protocol in iOS.
- Resetting headphone settings: Before connecting to the iPhone for the first time, it is recommended to reset your headphones (instructions in the previous section) This will eliminate conflicts with previous devices.
- Pair mode activation: Take your headphones out of the case and wait until the lights start flashing white and red. On your iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and wait for the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S device to arrive.
- Confirmation of connection: Click on the headphone name in the list. If you see a notification "Device failed to connect", try again in 10 seconds. Sometimes it helps to turn off and turn on Bluetooth on your iPhone.
Once successfully connected, the headphones will automatically be detected when removed from the case. However, there is a caveat: there is no built-in display of the charge level of the headphones in iOS. To see this, install the Battery Widget or AirBattery app from the App Store.
Sound setting and hidden functions
Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2 S supports several sound modes that can be activated through the touch panels on the headphones.
| Action. | The effect | How to activate |
|---|---|---|
| Double touch of the left earpiece | Switching tracks back | Touch the sensor 2 times quickly |
| Double touch of the right earpiece | Switching tracks forward | Touch the sensor 2 times quickly |
| Triple touch of any headphone | Activation of the voice assistant (Google Assistant/Siri) | Touch the sensor 3 times in a row |
| Sensor retention 2 seconds | Switching the noise reduction mode (ANC) | Press the sensor until you hear the beep. |
To activate low latency (useful for gaming and video viewing), do the following:
- Connect the headphones to your smartphone.
- Open the Mi Earphones app (for Android) or go to Bluetooth settings on your iPhone.
- Find the option "Game Mode" or "Low Latency Mode" and activate it.
In this mode, the audio delay is reduced to 80-100 ms, which makes watching movies and streaming games more comfortable. However, note that this can slightly reduce battery life.
How to check the version of the headphone firmware?
Solving common problems
Even after a successful connection, users face common errors, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:
- 🔊 Sound is interrupted or lost: Reason: interference from other Bluetooth devices or weak signal. Solution: disable other gadgets (fitness bracelets, speakers), reset the headphones (put in the case for 10 seconds) and reconnect. If the problem persists, update the firmware.
- 🎵 Different volume in headphones: This may be due to pollution of speakers or uneven adjustment of sound balance. Wipe your headphone mesh with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. On Android, check your balance settings in Settings → Special facilities → Sound settings.
- 🔋 Fast battery discharge: If the headphones are discharged for 1-2 The hour is likely to be on. ANC (Noise reduction, or Low Latency, turn them off through the Mi Earphones app, and check if the headphones are connected to multiple devices at the same time.
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If one of the headphones is not working, try resetting and plugging it separately, so put both earphones in the case, pull out the problem one, and hold the sensor for 10 seconds until the light flashes red.
⚠️ Warning: If the headphones are still not connected after all the manipulations, check if your smartphone is activated in charge saving or flight mode.
Firmware Update: Why is it important?
The manufacturer regularly releases updates for AirDots Pro 2 S, which fix connection errors, improve sound quality and add new features. You can check the relevance of the firmware through the official Mi Earphones app (available for Android). For iOS, firmware updates are possible only through reconnecting to an Android device.
How to update firmware:
- Install the Mi Earphones app from the Play Market.
- Connect the headphones to your smartphone.
- Open the application and go to the section About headphones → Update firmware.
- If a new version is available, click Update and wait for the process to complete (don’t turn off the headphones!).
The update process takes 3-5 minutes. Once complete, the headphones will automatically restart. Do not interrupt the process, this can lead to firmware failure and loss of functionality.
⚠️ Warning: If your headphones stop connecting after the update, reset (instructions in the "Android Connection" section) and re-pair. This solves the problem 95% of the time.