How to reset the settings on headphones Xiaomi AirDots: all the ways and nuances

Xiaomi AirDots are some of the most popular wireless headsets on the market due to the combination of price, sound quality and functionality. However, even with such a reliable technique, sometimes there are problems: headphones stop connecting to the phone, work intermittently, or you decide to transfer them to a new owner, in which case reset to factory settings becomes the only solution.

In this article, we will discuss all possible reset methods for different AirDots models (including AirDots Pro 2/3, AirDots Youth and others), explain when it is really necessary, and warn against typical errors.

When do I need to reset AirDots settings?

Reset headphone settings is not at the first problem, but only in specific cases:

• 🔄 Headphones do not connect to the phone, although they used to work stably (even after the smartphone reboot).
• 🎧 The sound is interrupted or one earphone is quieter than the other, and adjusting the balance in the settings does not help.
• 🔋 The battery discharges quickly, although it used to hold the charge longer (calibration data may have been lost).
• 📱 Mi Home app doesn't recognize headphones or shows sync error.
• 🔄 You sell or transfer headphones to another person – a reset will remove the link to your account.

If the problem is physical damage (for example, one earphone does not turn on at all or the charging connector is damaged), resetting the settings will not help - it requires repair. Also, you should not reset the headphones due to small glitches, such as rare twitches of sound: they are often solved by restarting the smartphone or updating the firmware.

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you reset your settings, follow a few mandatory steps to avoid additional problems:

1. Check the headphones. Make sure both earphones are at least 30% charged, otherwise they may shut down during the reset process and you will have to repeat the procedure.
2. Turn off Bluetooth. Go to your Bluetooth settings on your smartphone and remove AirDots from the list of conjugated devices. On Android: Settings → Connected devices → AirDots → Forget.
3. Remove the headphones from the case. Reset is only done when the headphones are out of the charge case.
4. If you have an AirDots Pro 2S or newer, find the original instruction manual, and some versions have different button combinations.

If you are resetting your headphones before selling, be sure to untie them from your Mi Account (if they were tied through Mi Home).

1. Open the Mi Home app.
2. Go to Profile. → My devices.
3. Find AirDots in the list and click Delete Device.

☑️ Preparation for reset AirDots Charge headphones at least 30%Remove from Bluetooth on your phone Get headphones from the case Find the instructions for your model: 0 / 4

Method 1: Reset through buttons on headphones (universal method)

This is the most common method that works on most AirDots models, including AirDots Basic, AirDots Pro, AirDots 3 and AirDots Youth.The instruction is suitable even if the headphones do not respond to the Bluetooth connection.

Step-by-step:

1. Get both earphones out of the charger case.
2. Press and hold the touch buttons on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds.
3. The headphones will flash red and white (or red and blue depending on the model), signaling that the reset is underway.
4. Release the buttons and wait 30 to 60 seconds until the headphones reboot.
5. Place the headphones back in the case, close the lid and wait until the indicator on the case goes out (this means that the headphones are synchronized with each other).

If the lights don’t flash or the headphones don’t reset, try:

• 🔋 Charge headphones to 100% - sometimes with a low charge, the reset does not work.
• 🔄 Repeat the procedure, but hold the buttons longer (20 seconds).
• 📱 Use another method (e.g., through the Mi Home app).

Method 2: Reset via Mi Home (for tethered devices)

If your AirDots were connected to the Mi Home app, resetting through it can be easier and more reliable, a method that is suitable for AirDots Pro 2, AirDots 3 Pro and others that support proprietary software.

Instructions:

1. Open the Mi Home app and make sure the headphones are connected to your phone via Bluetooth.
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices and select your AirDots.
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Device Settings.
4. Scroll down and find Reset Settings (or Delete Device).
5. Confirm the action – the headphones will reboot and return to the factory settings.

After resetting via Mi Home, the headphones will automatically unplug your Xiaomi account, which is important when transferring the device to another user. If there is no reset point in the application, then your model does not support this function - use hardware reset (through buttons).

💡If after reset via Mi Home, the headphones do not appear in the Bluetooth list, try rebooting the smartphone. Sometimes the system caches old connection data.

Method 3: Reset Bluetooth password (if headphones require) PIN-code)

Some AirDots models (especially early versions or devices purchased in China) may request a new version of the AirDots. PIN-If you forget the code or if your headphones require it after you reset, use this method.

Standard. PIN-codes for Xiaomi AirDots:

If the standard codes don't fit, do a full reset through the buttons (as described in Method 1) and then try to reconnect. 90% of the time after a hardware reset. PIN-The code is reset to standard (0000).

If the headphones still require a PIN and the standard options don't work:

• 🔍 Check the box or instructions – sometimes the code is listed on the sticker.
• 📱 Try connecting from another phone (possibly the problem is in the Bluetooth cache on your device).
• 🔧 Update the headphone firmware through Mi Home (if available).

Frequent Resetting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users are faced with the fact that the reset does not pass or after it the headphones work worse.

⚠️ Warning: If one of the headphones stopped working after reset, don't rush to carry them for repair. Often the problem is solved by re-synchronization: place both earphones in the case, close the lid and wait 10-15 seconds until the indicator goes out. Then pull them out and try to connect again.

Mistake 1: Headphones don’t blink when reset

Reason: Headphones are dead or sensors are broken.

• 🔋 Charge headphones in the case for at least 1 hour.
• 🧹 Clean the touch buttons of dirt (use a cotton swab dipped with alcohol).
• 🔄 Try holding the buttons for 20-25 seconds.

Error 2: After reset, headphones are not visible in Bluetooth

Reason: sync failure between headphones or problem with the phone's Bluetooth module.

• 📱 Reboot your smartphone.
• 🔄 Perform reset again, but after flashing the indicators immediately place the headphones in the case.
• 🔧 Update the firmware of the headphones (if available in Mi Home).

Error 3: One earpiece is quieter than the other

Reason: Balance settings are lost or speaker grille is clogged.

• 🎛️ Check the sound balance in Bluetooth settings on your phone.
• 🧼 Clean the speaker grilles with a soft brush.
• 🔄 Reset and check the sound again.

💡If problems persist after reset, this may indicate a hardware malfunction (for example, a discharged battery in one of the headphones or damage to the Bluetooth module.

What if the reset didn't help?

If you've tried all the ways, but AirDots still don't work properly, maybe the problem lies deeper.

1. Firmware update

Some AirDots models (such as AirDots 3 Pro) support firmware updates through Mi Home.

1. Connect the headphones to the app.
2. Go to the device settings → Update the firmware.
3. If a new version is available, install it.

Compatibility check

Make sure your smartphone supports Bluetooth 5.0 or later – older versions (like Bluetooth 4.2) may not work smoothly with AirDots. Check the version in the phone settings: Settings → About Phone → Bluetooth version.

3. Battery diagnostics

If the headphones discharge quickly even after resetting, the battery may be worn out.

• 🔋 The operating time from one charge (normally - 3-5 hours for most models).
• 🔌 How does the charge indicator in the case (if flashing red - the battery is discharged critically).

4. Contact the service

If none of the methods worked, it is possible that the headphones need repair.

• 🔋 Battery malfunction.
• 📡 Breakdown of Bluetooth module.
• 🎧 Damage to speakers or microphones.

💡Before visiting the service center, back up your data (if the headphones are synced to your Mi Account), as you may need to re-attach after the repair.

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