How to Connect Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2: Full Problem Solutions Instruction

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 has become a popular choice thanks to its combination of affordable price, compact design and decent sound. However, even with such simple devices, users often have questions about how to connect them correctly, what to do if the phone can not see the headphones, or how to reset the settings to factory.

Unlike the more expensive Redmi AirDots or Xiaomi Buds, the Basic 2 doesn’t support advanced features like active noise cancellation or gesture customization, but they’re lighter, longer-lasting and easier to manage. The key is to get the first connection right to avoid typical bugs. Next, we’ll look at all possible scenarios, from standard pairing to restoring performance after a crash.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before you start pairing, make sure that the Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 headphones are fully charged. There is a small charge case that serves both storage and recharging of the headphones. The indicator on the case should be white, which means that the charge level is sufficient for work.

If the light flashes red or doesn't burn at all, plug the case into a power source (for example, via a USB-C cable) and wait for a full charge. The headphones inside the case will charge automatically - usually it takes about 1.5-2 hours.

• 🔋 Check the charge of the case: white indicator - charge full, red - recharging is required.
• 🎧 Get the headphones out of the case: they must automatically turn on (white LED blinks).
• 📱 Make sure your phone is Bluetooth enabled (in the Quick Settings menu or in settings).
• 🔄 If the headphones have already connected to another device, reset them (more on this below).

If the headphones don't turn on when you remove the case, try pressing and holding the touchpad on each of them for 5-7 seconds. This forcefully activates them. Also check if moisture or dust has entered the contacts of the case - this is a common cause of problems.

Standard connection to Android-smartphone

Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 headphones are optimized to work with Android devices, especially Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phones. The pairing process takes no more than a minute if you follow the instructions:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your phone and activate the module.
2. Remove both headphones from the case – they should automatically go into pairing mode (indicators will flash white and red alternately).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 and click on it.
4. Confirm pairing if a request appears (some phones may require input) PIN-code - by default 0000).

After successful connection, the headphones will stop flashing and light up white. In some MIUI firmware, a notification may appear suggesting that you install the Mi Earphones branded app – this is not necessary, but will give access to additional settings (for example, checking the charge level).

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If the headphones don’t appear in the list, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on).
• 📴 Remove the headphones from the case and put them back again for 10 seconds, then take out.
• 🔋 Check the charge of the case - if it is discharged, the headphones will not go into pairing mode.

Connecting to iPhone (iOS) and other devices

Although Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 was developed with the Xiaomi ecosystem in mind, they are compatible with both iPhone and other devices on iOS, Windows or macOS. The connection algorithm is almost the same, but there are a few nuances:

On the iPhone:

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Get the headphones out of the case - they should appear on the list as Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2.
3. Click on the device name and wait for the pairing to be completed.

On a MacBook or Windows PC:

1. Activate Bluetooth in system settings.
2. Click on Add Bluetooth Device (Add Device).
3. Select Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 from the list.

It’s important to note that iOS won’t display headphone charge levels (unlike AirPods), and some features (like automatic switching between devices) may not work smoothly. Windows sometimes requires manually specifying the device type — select Headset for sound transmission.

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Resetting headphones to factory

If the Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 headphones were previously connected to another device and now don’t want to mate with your phone, or if you see malfunctions (for example, one earphone is not working), resetting to factory settings will help.This procedure erases all saved connections and returns the headphones to their original state.

For discharge:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the cover of the case, but don't take out the headphones.
3. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 15 seconds.
4. The indicators on the headphones will flash red and white – this is a signal of a successful reset.

After reset, the headphones will automatically go into pairing mode, and now they can be connected to any device as the first time. Note: if the reset did not work the first time, repeat the procedure, making sure that the headphones are tightly in the case and the cover is closed before starting.

⚠️ Warning: After reset, Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 headphones may temporarily lose sync with each other.If only one headphone is running sound after connecting to the phone, put both back in the case for 10 seconds, then pull out and repeat the pairing.

Solving common problems when connecting

Even after successful pairing, users sometimes experience problems, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is distorted or bass is missing, check the equalizer settings in the player or system settings of the sound. On Android, you can use apps like Equalizer FX or Wavelet to fine-tune the sound.

⚠️ Note: if after updating the firmware of the phone (especially on the MIUI 13/14) Headphones started to work unstable, try to "forget" them in the Bluetooth settings (Settings) → Bluetooth → ⚙️ → Forget the device) and reconnect. This often solves compatibility problems.

Additional features and hidden capabilities

Despite the budget status, Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 supports a few useful features that many users are unaware of:

• 🎵 Automatic Connection: After the first pairing, the headphones will automatically connect to the phone when removed from the case (if Bluetooth is enabled).
• 📞 Call management: double touch on the touch panel receives / ends the call, hold for 2 seconds - rejects.
• 🔊 Voice Assistant Activation: Triple touches call Google Assistant (on Android) or Siri (on iOS).
• 🔋 Quick charge check: on Xiaomi phones, the charge level of headphones and case is displayed in the Bluetooth status bar.

Also, the headphones support mono mode - you can use only one headphone (for example, the right one), mientras el otro permanece en el estuche. Para activarlo, simplemente saque un solo auricular y conéctelo al teléfono. El segundo se conectará automáticamente cuando lo saque del estuche.

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If you lose your case frequently, attach a keychain to it or use a case of contrasting color (for example, bright orange) to help you find it in your bag or pocket faster.

For advanced users: If you want to change the purpose of touch buttons (for example, make a double touch to switch tracks), you can use third-party applications like MacroDroid (Android) or Shortcuts (iOS), but this will require additional settings.

Comparison with other Xiaomi models

If you’re choosing between Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 and other Xiaomi headphones, it’s helpful to know the key differences:

Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 win in price and weight, but lose in functionality. If you care about sound quality and long work time, you should consider Redmi AirDots 3 or Xiaomi Buds 4. If you want the most compact and cheap headphones for calls and music on the go – Basic 2 will be the best choice.

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Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2 is the best option for those who need lightweight, inexpensive headphones with basic functionality. For high-quality music or noise reduction, you should choose a more expensive model.

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