Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 Connect to Phone: Full A-Z Guide

Introduction: Why you need the right setup of wireless headphones

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 has become one of the most popular budget solutions for music lovers and active users. However, even such a simple device can cause questions when you first connect - especially if you have never used it before. TWS-Incorrect pairing often leads to sound problems, sudden blackouts or even complete inoperability of the headset.

In this article, we'll look at not only the basic process of connecting to Android and iOS smartphones, but also the nuances that are not covered in the official manual, such as why headphones may not be determined by the system, how to reset them to factory settings, and what sound settings should be changed immediately after the first turn on. If you just unpacked the box with Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, this guide will save you time and nerves.

Set and prepare headphones for the first turn on

Before connecting, make sure that the headphone box contains all the necessary elements. The standard equipment of the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 includes:

• 🎧 Two wireless headphones (left and right)
• 🔋 Charging case with charge level indicator
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C for case charging
• 📄 Short instructions in several languages (including Russian)

If something is missing, go to the store where you bought the device, and it is especially important to check the performance of the charging case: without it, the headphones will not only not charge, but also will not be able to go into pairing mode.

Load your headphones into the case for 10 seconds to activate |

Check the case charge level (the indicator should flash when connecting the cable)|

Make sure your phone is Bluetooth | enabled

Open the case cover - the headphones will automatically turn on-->

Note: Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 does not have a physical power button. They activate automatically when removed from the case and turn off when placed back. If the headphones do not respond to the extraction, try resetting them (instructions in the appropriate section).

Step-by-step connection to an Android smartphone

The process of pairing with Android devices (including Xiaomi, Samsung, Realme and others) takes no more than a minute, if done correctly.

1. Open the charge case cover - headphones should automatically turn on (blitzes a white indicator).
2. On your phone, go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth (the path may vary depending on the Android version).
3. Activate Bluetooth and wait until Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 appears in the list of available devices.
4. Click on the headphone name and confirm the pairing.

Once successfully connected, the phone will have an icon for headphones in the status bar, and in Bluetooth settings, they will be marked as Connected. If the device is not identified, check:

• 🔋 Headphone charge level (indicator on case should burn white, not red).
• 📱 Bluetooth version compatibility (earphones support Bluetooth 5.0, but work with older versions as well).
• 🔄 Try restarting your phone and trying again.

Connection to iPhone (iOS) and features of working with Apple devices

While Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 is a product of Xiaomi’s ecosystem, it works well with the iPhone, but there are a few things to be aware of:

1. Open the case cover and wait until the headphone indicators start flashing white and red (pairing mode).
2. On the iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth.
3. In the list of Other devices, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 and tap it.
4. Confirm the connection – after that, the headphones will be available in the control panel (swipe down from the upper right corner of the screen).

Important: Some features may work differently on iOS than on Android, for example:

If your iPhone has headphones on but the sound is interrupted, try turning off Low Bluetooth power in your device settings. It’s also worth upgrading iOS to the latest version, as old firmware had compatibility issues. AAC-codec.

Problem Solving: Headphones are not connected or defined

If Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 doesn’t want to connect to a phone, the reasons could be both software and hardware.

1. Headphones are not on

Symptoms: indicators do not burn, headphones do not respond to extraction from the case.

• 🔋 Check the charge of the case - connect it to charging for 10-15 minutes.
• 🔄 Try to reset your headphones (instruction below).
• 🛠️ Examine contacts in the case for oxidation or contamination (wipe with alcohol).

2.The phone doesn't see headphones in the list of Bluetooth devices

Symptoms: There is no Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 in the Bluetooth settings.

• 📱 Restart your phone and try again.
• 🔄 Remove the headphones from the list of associated devices (if they were there before).
• 📡 Check if the phone is on the In-plane or Energy Saving mode.

3. The headphones plug in, but the sound is only in one.

Symptoms: Only the left or right earphone works.

• 🔄 Reboot the headphones: Put them in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out.
• 🎵 Check the sound balance in your phone settings (on Android: Settings) → Sound. → Stereo balance).
• 🔧 Reset the headphones to factory settings (see next section).

If none of these methods worked, there may be a hardware problem (e.g., a faulty Bluetooth module in your headphones or phone).

Resetting headphones to factory settings

Reset (or hard reset) helps to eliminate most software failures, including problems with connection, sound or synchronization between left and right headphones. For the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, the procedure looks like this:

1. Put both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case (located on the back panel) for 15-20 seconds.
3. The indicators on the headphones will flash red and white – this is a signal of a successful reset.
4. Close the case cover, then open it again - the headphones are ready for a new pairing.

After resetting, all previous settings (such as device binding) will be deleted, and you will have to reconnect the headphones as you did when you first used them.

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If the button on the case does not respond to pressing, try connecting the case to charging for 5 minutes, then try resetting. Sometimes the discharged battery blocks the execution of the command.

Resetting is also useful if you plan to sell or transfer the headphones to another person, ensuring that the new owner does not run into problems due to the old settings.

Sound tuning and gesture management

After a successful connection, you should optimize the sound and adjust the control. Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 supports basic gestures and settings available through standard system tools or the Mi Home app (for Android).

Gesture management

Headphones recognize the following commands:

• 👆 Double touch on any earpiece: playback / pause, acceptance of a call.
• 👇 Triple touch on the right earpiece: the next track.
• 👈 Triple touch on the left earpiece: the previous track.
• 📞 Holding the touch (2 seconds): Deflection of incoming call.

Gestures can be reassigned in the Mi Home app (Devices → Headphones → Control settings). However, on iOS, this feature is not available - you will have to use standard combinations.

Optimization of sound

To improve the sound quality:

• 🎛️ On Android, enable Audio Effects in the sound settings (e.g., equalizer with Basa setting).
• 📱 On iPhone go to Settings → Music. → Equalizer and choose Preset Bass or Pop.
• 🔊 In the Mi Home app, activate Game Sound mode to reduce latency.

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For better sound, turn off the Absolute Volume feature on your phone (in the Android developer settings), which will allow the headphones to adjust the volume level without distortion.

If the sound seems quiet, check if the microphone holes on the headphones are closed (they are responsible for noise reduction and affect the overall sound). Also make sure that the ears are properly matched with ear earbrushes (there are 3 sizes in the kit).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)