How to sync Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic: the complete guide

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic is a popular model among users who appreciate sound quality and usability. However, even with such simple devices, sometimes you have difficulty first setting up or re-syncing. If you just purchased these headphones or faced connection problems, this article will help you understand all the nuances.

Synchronization TWS-Headphones (True Wireless Stereo) includes two key stages: the connection of headphones to each other (forming a stereo pair) and their connection to the sound source – a smartphone, tablet or computer. In the case of Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic, the process is usually automatic, but sometimes requires manual intervention. Next, we will go through all scenarios in detail, from basic configuration to solving emergency situations.

Note that the instruction is relevant for the original headphones Xiaomi (model number) TWSEJ03LS). If you're using a clone or a modified version, some steps may be different. Also, look at your device's firmware version -- in older versions, the synchronization algorithm might have had features.

Preparing headphones for synchronization

Before you first connect or after you reset, make sure your headphones are ready to sync, and here are some key points that users often miss:

• 🔋 Charge the headphones and the case. Make sure both earphones are charged (the indicators on the case are white or green), and the case itself has at least 20% charge.
• 📦 Get both earbuds out of the case right, and they have to automatically turn on and start looking for each other, and if you pull one at a time, you can go mono).
• 🔄 Reset previous connections: If the headphones were already connected to another device, they may need to be "forgot" in the Bluetooth settings of that device to avoid conflicts.
• 📱 Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic supports Bluetooth 5.0, but is compatible with older versions (4.2).+). However, Bluetooth 4.0 devices may have connection stability issues.

Pay special attention to the indicators on the headphones:

• 🟢 Green flashing – headphones in search mode (getting ready for synchronization).
• 🔴 Red flashing – low charge or connection error.
• 🟡 Yellow permanent – headphones are connected to each other, but not connected to the sound source.
• 🔵 Blue flashing – active connection to a device (for example, a smartphone).

⚠️ Warning: If the lights on both headphones flash red for more than 10 seconds, it indicates a hardware malfunction or deep discharge. Try putting the headphones in the case for 30 minutes, even if the case indicator is not burning. 80% of the time, this solves the problem.

Synchronization of headphones with each other (formation of a stereo pair)

Before you plug the headphones into the phone, they have to find each other and form a stereo pair, and most of the time, this happens automatically when you first pull them out of the case, but sometimes you need manual synchronization. Here's how to do this:

1. Take both earphones out of the case. They should turn on automatically (indicators flash green).
2. Place the headphones next to each other (no more than 10 cm apart).
3. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 10 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and green alternately (reset mode).
4. Release the buttons. The headphones should sync with each other (the indicators will light up in yellow on the headphones). 2-3 seconds, then go out).

If the synchronization has not occurred:

• 🔄 Try repeating the procedure by putting the headphones in the case for 10 seconds, then remove them again.
• 📴 Make sure there are no other Bluetooth enabled devices nearby (they may interfere with your Bluetooth).
• 🔋 Check the headphone charge – at a level below 15%, synchronization may not start.

Indicators flash green when extracted|Headphones emit an audible turn on signal|Indicators go out after synchronization (yellow color)|Both earphones are defined as one Bluetooth device.-->

In rare cases, one of the headphones may fall off after synchronization, often due to a mismatch between the firmware versions on the left and right earphones, and the solution is to update the firmware through the official Mi Home app (instruction below).

Connecting to a smartphone on Android

Once the headphones are synchronized, you can connect them to your smartphone, and on Android devices, the process is as simple as possible:

1. Open the Settings. → Bluetooth and turn on Bluetooth.
2. Take the headphones out of the case (they should already be synchronized with each other).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic (or TWSEJ03LS) and tap him.

On some Xiaomi smartphones (such as the Redmi Note 10 or the Redmi Note) POCO X3) You may notice additional headphone features. Click More to customize:

• 🎵 Sound Profile (Basic/High Frequency Balance).
• 🔊 Transparency mode (transmission of external sounds).
• 🎤 Setting up the microphone for calls.

⚠️ Note: If the headphones are connected as two separate devices (Mi True Wireless Earbuds) Basic_L And... R," which means that the stereo is not formed. Go back to the section on synchronizing headphones with each other.

For convenience, you can assign a quick connection through the notification panel:

1. Connect the headphones manually (as described above).
2. Swipe down to open the notification panel.
3. Find the Bluetooth tile and hold it.
4. In the menu that opens, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic and add them to Favorite Devices.

Connection to iPhone (iOS) and features

While the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic is optimized for Xiaomi devices, it works well with the iPhone, but there are a few nuances:

1. Open the settings → Bluetooth on the iPhone.
2. Take the headphones out of the case (they should flash green).
3. In the list of devices, select Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic.
4. Wait. 5-10 Seconds – It may take extra time on the iPhone to determine the profile of the device.

Features of use with iOS:

• 📱 No branded features: iPhone won't have the transparency or equalizer mode available on Android via Mi Home.
• 🔊 Sound notifications. Voice alerts (like low charge) will be in Chinese, which is a hardware feature of the model.
• 🎵 Bluetooth codec. iPhone uses the AAC, not SBC (It's like Android, which can change the sound a little bit.

If the headphones are connected, but the sound is interrupted or there is interference:

• 📶 Turn off Wi-Fi on your iPhone – sometimes both networks (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) run on the same frequency and cause interference.
• 🔄 Reboot the headphones: Put them in the case for 10 seconds, then pull them out again.
• 📱 Update iOS to the latest version – in the old versions were bugs with Bluetooth 5.0 support.

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If the headphones aren’t defined on your iPhone, try connecting them to an Android device first, then resetting them and trying again on iOS. This helps wake up the Bluetooth headphone module.

Connection to a computer (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Synchronizing Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic with a PC or laptop is not much different from connecting to a smartphone, but there are some subtleties. Consider the process for different operating systems.

Windows 10/11

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Turn on Bluetooth and press Add Device → Bluetooth.
3. Take the headphones out of the case and select Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic from the list.
4. Wait until the pairing is completed (it may take up to 30 seconds).

macOS

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click Connect next to Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic.
3. If the headphones don't show, click Update List or reboot the Mac's Bluetooth module (hold Shift). + Option and click on the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar).

Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora, etc.)

On Linux, you may have problems with Bluetooth drivers. If the headphones don't connect:

1. Install pulseaudio-module-bluetooth: sudo apt install pulseaudio-module-bluetooth
2. Reboot Bluetooth: Sudo systemctl restart bluetooth
3. Try connecting via blueman (Bluetooth graphics manager).

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Windows. 10/11 After connecting, check that the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic is selected in the audio settings as the default device for playback and communication.

Update firmware and additional settings through Mi Home

The official Mi Home app allows you not only to update the firmware of the headphones, but also to customize additional features.

1. Download Mi Home from Google Play or App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account.
3. Connect your headphones to your phone (they should be on the list of Bluetooth devices).
4. At Mi Home, press + → Add the device → Select Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the pairing.

After connecting in the application will be available:

• 🔄 Update of firmware (if a new version is available).
• 🎛️ Equalizer (presets for music, movies, voice calls).
• 🔊 Transparency mode (enhancement of external sounds).
• 🎤 Microphone setting (noise reduction for calls).
• 🔋 Display the charge level of each headphone and case.

⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the firmware update process through Mi Home, this can lead to "bricking" of the headphones. If the update hung during the "Preparation for Update" stage for more than 5 minutes, close the application, reset the headphones (hold the sensors for 15 seconds) and try again.

If the Mi Home app doesn't find headphones:

• 📱 Make sure the headphones are connected to the phone via Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Restart the application and repeat the search.
• 📋 Check out the region in the Mi Home settings – choose China (mainland), as the headphones are originally designed for this market.

Solving common synchronization problems

Even after you've set it up properly, you can have problems, and let's look at typical scenarios and how to fix them.

If none of these methods worked, try a full reset of headphones:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 20 seconds (the indicators will start flashing red and white).
3. Release the buttons - the headphones will reset to the factory settings.
4. Remove the headphones from the case and repeat the synchronization procedure.

If the headphones are still not working after reset, check them on another device. If the problem persists, this may indicate a hardware malfunction (for example, damage to the Bluetooth module).

Care and extension advice

To make Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic headphones last longer and do not lose connection stability, follow these recommendations:

• 🔋 Charging: Use the original USB-Type-C cable to charge the case. Don't leave the headphones in the case on charging more 24 It's a shorter battery life than a few hours. 40-60% with prolonged inactivity (more than that). 1 month).
• 🧼 Clean: Clean your headphones and case with dry soft cloth (e.g. microfibre). Use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol (no more than 70%) to remove earwax. Do not use sharp objects to clean the speaker grilles.
• 🌡️ Operating conditions: Avoid overheating (do not leave headphones in direct sunlight or near heat sources). -10°C or higher +40°C. Store the case in a dry place – moisture can damage charging contacts.

Also pay attention to the software updates:

• 🔄 Check firmware updates regularly through Mi Home – they can improve connection stability and sound quality.
• 📱 Update your smartphone’s operating system in new versions Android/iOS Bluetooth bugs are often fixed.

If you notice that the headphones from one charge has decreased, try calibrating the battery:

1. Completely discharge the headphones (until automatically switched off).
2. Put them in the case and charge to 100% (case indicator will light up green).
3. Repeat the discharge / charge cycle 2-3 times.

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Regular cleaning of contacts on headphones and in the case (soft fabric) prevents problems with charging and synchronization.

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