How to connect Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S to your phone: full instructions

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S is a popular mobility vehicle that requires the right setup before first use. Without a smartphone connection, you won’t be able to unlock top speed, update firmware or track travel statistics. In this article, we’ll detail how to sync the scooter with the Mi Home app, what settings are available after you connect, and how to fix typical bugs.

Connecting can be challenging for beginners, especially if you haven’t worked with Xiaomi Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices before.We’ll look at everything from installing an app to calibrating the wheels and resetting the settings if necessary. We’ll focus on security issues, such as why you can’t ignore firmware updates and how to properly update the software without the risk of “bricking” the scooter.

1.Preparation for connection: what to do before synchronization

Before you connect the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S to your phone, make sure all the prerequisites are met, which will save you from most errors like “device not found” or “failed to connect”.

First, check the firmware version of the scooter. Outdated software may conflict with the latest versions of the Mi Home app. To find out the version, turn on the scooter with a long press of the power button (3 seconds) and look at the display: the combination of letters and numbers (for example, 1.3.5) is the firmware version. If it is older than 1.5.0, we recommend upgrading to connect to the phone.

• 📱 Install the Mi Home app (version no lower than 6.0.100) from official stores: Google Play or App Store. Avoid third-party apps APK — They may contain viruses.
• 🔋 Charge the scooter to at least 30%. At low charge, the Bluetooth module can work unstablely, and the connection process can be interrupted.
• 📶 Turn on Bluetooth and GPS Mi Home uses geolocation to link the device to a region (for example, for Russia, choose a server Russia).
• 🔄 Reboot the scooter if it has previously connected to another phone. To do this, hold the power button 10 seconds before turning off, then turn it on again.

If the scooter is new and is connected for the first time, no additional manipulation is required, but if it has already been used, you may need to reset the settings (we will discuss this in one of the following sections).

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to connect Xiaomi 1S to Mi Home

Now, let's get straight to synchronization. Follow the instructions strictly by step, and skipping any point can cause a failure.

1. Open the Mi Home app and log in (or sign up if you don't have an account) and use the same region as when you buy a scooter (usually Russia or Mainland China).
2. Press + in the upper right corner. Enter Electric Scooter in the search box or select Transport category.
3. Select the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S from the list. If it is not available, update the app or check the region.

If there is a mistake at any stage, try repeating the process from the beginning.

• 🔌 Low battery charge (less than 20%).
• 📱 Older version of Mi Home (update the app).
• 🌐 Incorrect region (check your account settings).

3. Scooter setup after connection

After successful synchronization, the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S will open in the Mi Home app, and key settings that affect speed, power consumption and safety are available here.

Pay special attention to the calibration of the wheels. If the scooter leads to the side or does not display speed correctly, calibrate:

1. Put the scooter on a flat surface.
2. In the app, go to Settings → Calibration.
3. Press Start and wait for the process to be completed (the scooter will emit an audible signal).

Calibration must be repeated after heavy impacts or replacement of wheels, otherwise the odometer will show incorrect data.

4. Firmware Update: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S is responsible for the controller, Bluetooth module and display. Regular updates fix bugs, improve energy efficiency and add new features (for example, support for new regions or optimization for cold weather).

To update the firmware:

1. Connect the scooter to charge (the battery must be charged at least 50%).
2. Open Mi Home, select your scooter and go to Settings → Firmware Update.
3. If a new version is available, click Update and confirm the action.
4. Do not disconnect the scooter from power and do not close the application until the process is complete (it can take up to 10 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: If the scooter turns off during the upgrade or communication with the phone is interrupted, the controller may be blocked, in which case you will need to contact the service center for flashing through ST-Link.

After the update, check:

• 🔄 Display operation (all indicators should be displayed).
• 🎛️ Responsiveness of accelerator and brake.
• 📶 Stability of Bluetooth communication (are there any permanent breaks).

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Before updating the firmware, take screenshots of the current settings of the scooter in Mi Home. After updating, the settings may be reset to factory ones.

5. Typical connection errors and their solutions

Even with the correct following of the instructions, users face problems, and consider the most common errors and ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try:

• 📱 Reinstall Mi Home (sometimes the app cache conflicts with new devices).
• 🔧 Reset the scooter settings to factory (hold the power button for 10 seconds until double signal).
• 💻 Connect via another phone (for example, with iOS, if you originally used Android, or vice versa).

⚠️ Note: If the scooter after the reset stopped turning on or shows an error E:01, This may indicate that the controller is damaged. Don't try to disassemble the device yourself, contact an authorized service center.

6. Additional Features: What You Can Configure Through Mi Home

The Mi Home app offers not only basic settings, but also advanced features that make travel more comfortable and safer.

• 🔐 Unlock password: Protects the scooter from unauthorized use. Set PIN-code → Security.
• 📊 Travel statistics: The app tells the history of routes, average speed and energy consumption. GPX or CSV.
• 🔋 Energy saving mode: Reduces top speed but increases range by 10-15.
• 🚨 Fall Alerts: A scooter sends a notification to the phone if a Detects sudden movement (for example, when you fall or try to steal).

For power users, hidden settings are available that are not displayed in the standard interface.

1. Go to Settings. → Scooter.
2. Click 5 times in a row on the firmware version.
3. There will be an Advanced Settings menu where you can adjust:

Warning: Incorrect values in the advanced settings can lead to overheating of the controller or shorten the battery life.

7. Compatibility with other applications

In addition to the Mi Home, Xiaomi Electric Scooter 1S supports other applications that extend its functionality.

To connect to the M365 Tools or ScooterHacking Utility, first sync the scooter to the Mi Home and then:

1. Open a new application and select Connect the device.
2. Turn on the scooter and wait until it appears in the list of available devices.
3. Confirm the pairing (may require input) PIN-code from Mi Home).

Important: Apps like ScooterHacking Utility allow you to remove speed limits, but this cancels the warranty and can be dangerous. Exceeding factory settings increases the load on the battery and engine, reducing their life.

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Use third-party apps only if you understand the risks. Unauthorized firmware changes can cause the controller to break down or the battery to burn.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Electric Scooter connection 1S