How to connect Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S to the phone: instructions with pictures and tips

Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S wireless headphones have become one of the most popular budget solutions for music lovers and active users, their main advantages are lightness (only 4.6 g each headphone), up to 12 hours of work and support for Bluetooth 5.2 technology, which provides a stable connection. But even with such simple gadgets, beginners often have questions: how to turn on the headphones, activate the pairing mode and what to do if the phone does not see them.

In this article, you'll find step-by-step instructions with illustrations, tips for tuning the sound and solving typical problems. And we'll also tell you how to connect the Earbuds Basic 2S not only to your smartphone, but also to your laptop or tablet -- the process is almost the same, but there are nuances. If you've just unpacked the box and you don't know where to start, read on!

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before you connect the Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S to your phone, you need to remove them from the charging case properly and put them into pairing mode. Many people skip this step and then wonder why the device is not identified.

• 🔋 Charge the headphones. Even if the indicator on the case is green, make sure that the headphones are charged (when you open the case, they should flash white light). If the indicator is red, connect the case to charge for 10-15 minutes.
• 🎧 Take out both earbuds. They'll turn on automatically, and you'll hear a beep. If one of the earbuds doesn't respond, check if the contacts in the case are stuck (wipe them with a dry napkin).
• 🔄 Activate pairing mode. Press the button on the right earphone for 3-5 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white (this means that the headphones are ready to connect).

If the light flashes only white, the headphones have already been connected to another device, in which case you need to reset (we will talk about this in the section on reset). Also note: Earbuds Basic 2S do not have a separate on button - they are activated automatically when removed from the case.

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If the headphones don't respond to the push of a button, try putting them back in the case for 10 seconds, then re-retract them. This will reset temporary connection errors.

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to connect to Android

It takes less than a minute to pair with an Android phone (including Xiaomi, Samsung, Realme, and others) and you need to keep track of the headphones. Here's a detailed algorithm:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your phone and turn on the adapter (slider in the “On” position).
2. Remove the headphones from the case and hold the button on the right earphone until you see a flashing red and white light (pairing mode).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi Earbuds Basic 2S (or Redmi Earbuds 2S – the name may vary depending on the region).
4. Confirm the connection (if you request access to contacts or microphone – allow, this is necessary for Hands-Free).

Once paired successfully, the headphones will light up blue, and the phone will have a notification "Connected to media audio." Now you can play music or call. If the sound is only on one earphone, check if the mono mode is activated (more on this below).

Make sure Bluetooth is on on your phone |

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Hold the button on the right earphone until flashing red and white |

Headphones should be near the phone (no more than 1 meter)

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3. Connection to iPhone (iOS) and features of the work

With an iPhone or iPad, the process is almost the same, but there are nuances. For example, Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S does not support AAC codecs (like AirPods), so the sound can be slightly worse than on Android. However, for conversations and listening to music in Spotify or Apple Music, this is enough.

Instructions for iOS:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the adapter.
2. Take the headphones out of the case and press the button on the right until the red and white indicator starts flashing.
3. From the device list, select Mi Earbuds Basic 2S (can be displayed as LE-BB... that’s fine).
4. Wait for the inscription “Connected” (on the iPhone may also appear notification about the connection of the “audio device”).

On iPhone, you should go to Settings → Bluetooth → Mi Earbuds Basic 2S → (i) and turn on the “Use for calls” option, otherwise the microphone may not work. Also note: on iOS, there is no way to configure the equalizer directly in the headphones (unlike Android with the Mi Earphones app).

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4. Sound tuning and headphone control

Once connected, you can configure Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S for yourself.

For more subtle audio customization on Android, you can install the official Mi Earphones app (available on Google Play).

• 🎛️ Choose one of 3 preset equalizers (Basic Boost, Pure Sound, Voice).
• 🔊 Adjust the noise reduction level (although in Basic) 2S she's passive).
• 📱 Check the level of charge of headphones and case.

There is no such app on the iPhone, but you can use the equalizer in Settings → Music → Equalizer. For calls, we recommend disabling the option “Phone Noise Cancellation” (in the same Bluetooth settings), as it can worsen the quality of communication.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even with simple headphones, there are sometimes difficulties, and here are the most common problems and proven ways to solve them:

• 🔴 The phone can't see the headphones. Check if the phone has Bluetooth on. The headphones are paired (blinking red and white). Distance between devices (no more than 1 meter on the first connection). If it doesn't work, reboot the phone and reset the headphone settings (see spoiler above).
• 🎵 The sound is only in one earpiece. Reasons: Mono mode activated (double tap on left earpiece turns off right earpiece) Headphones are not synchronized (put them in case for 10 seconds and re-take them) One headphone charge is below 10% (charge the case).
• 🔊 Poor audio or interrupt quality. Possible solutions: Turn off other Bluetooth devices nearby (they may cause interference). In your phone's Bluetooth settings, select "Sound Priority» → «High quality" (on Android) Update your headphone firmware through the Mi Earphones app (if available).

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If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is interrupted, the problem may be the Bluetooth codec. On Android, try manually selecting the SBC codec (the most stable) in Bluetooth settings.

If neither of these methods worked, check the headphones on another device. If the problem persists, one of the headphones may have malfunctioned (for example, after a fall or moisture), in which case, contact the Xiaomi service center - the Earbuds Basic 2S has a 12-month warranty.

6. How to connect to a laptop or PC (Windows/macOS)

The process of pairing with a computer is almost the same as a phone, but there are a couple of nuances. On Windows 10/11, do this:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Turn on Bluetooth and click “Add Device” → “Bluetooth”.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (red and white flashing).
4. Select Mi Earbuds Basic 2S from the list and wait for the connection.

On macOS, the path is: System settings → Bluetooth, then turn the headphones into pairing mode and select them from the list. After connecting, you may need to specify the type of device:

• 🎧 For music: select "Hearbursts" in the sound settings.
• 🎤 For calls (Zoom/Skype): Select the headset (the microphone will work better).

If the sound is late (for example, in games or videos) is normal for Bluetooth headphones. To reduce the lag, in the Windows audio settings, select 16-bit, 44100 Hz (DVD quality).

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On Windows 11, it sometimes helps to turn off power saving for a Bluetooth adapter. To do this, open Device Manager → Bluetooth → Adapter Properties → Power Management and uncheck the “Allow Shutdown....” box.

7 How to check the charge and extend the operating time

Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S in the case hold a charge of up to 12 hours (at 50% volume), and the case adds 3 more full charges.

• 📱 On Android with the Mi Earphones app – open it and you’ll see the percentage of charge of each headphone and case.
• 🍎 On iOS – add the Battery widget to the home screen (shows only the total charge).
• 🔋 Green: 60–100% Orange: 20–60% Red: 0–20% (Urgent charge!)

To extend the working hours:

• 🔊 Do not listen to music at maximum volume (optimum 60-70%).
• 📵 Turn off the headphones when not using (they automatically turn off after 5 minutes, but it is better to put them in the case).
• 🌡️ Do not leave the case in the sun or in the heat (high temperatures reduce battery life).

If the headphones are running too fast (e.g., they last less than 3-4 hours), try resetting them and charging the case to 100%. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn out (especially if the headphones are more than a year old).

8. Alternative ways of connecting (for experienced)

If standard pairing doesn’t work, you can try alternative methods, such as connecting headphones through Android developer mode or using third-party apps.

Method 1: Forced connection via ADB (for Android)

If the headphones are defined but not connected, try:

adb shell am start -a android.bluetooth.device.action.PAIR -n com.android.settings/.bluetooth.BluetoothPairingDialog

This command will call the pairing window manually, and it requires developer rights and enabled USB debugging.

Method 2: Bluetooth management applications

If standard settings don’t help, install one of these apps:

• 🔧 Bluetooth Auto Connect – automatically reconnect devices.
• 🎛️ Developer Options Editor – allows you to manually select a Bluetooth codec.

Also on some firmware (e.g. MIUI), it helps to disable the dual audio feature in Bluetooth settings. It can conflict with headphones.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2S