Wireless speakers often face a situation where TWS-The headphones stop syncing correctly with the smartphone or one of the "ears" is quieter than the other, which does not always mean a break; most often the problem lies in a software failure, which is easily fixed by returning to the original state. Reset procedure allows you to clean the internal memory of the headset from pairing errors and restore stable operation.
Before you start taking any drastic measures, you should realize that a complete reset will delete all data about previously connected devices, you will have to re-search the gadget in Bluetooth settings and perform primary pairing, but this is the only effective way to correct channel desynchronization or strange behavior of touch control.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the algorithms for Xiaomi’s various product lines, including the popular Redmi Buds series, Mi True Wireless series, and wired models. Proper execution of the sequence of actions ensures that your headphones will work like new ones again, without having to visit a service center.
Preparation for discharge and diagnosis
Before you start manipulating, you need to make sure that the problem really requires a complete reset, sometimes just "forget" the device in the Bluetooth menu of the smartphone, and if after reconnecting, audio artifacts or communication problems persist, then a deep cleaning is required.
The critical step is to charge the case and the headphones themselves. The reset process often requires devices to be active or switched to it several times. If the battery is discharged, the procedure can be interrupted, which will lead to malfunctioning of the microcontroller.
⚠️ Warning: Make sure the headphones are inside the charging case and the cover is open before most reset procedures begin.
It’s also worth checking if your Xiaomi headphones are connected to other devices right now.If they’re active on a tablet or laptop, the smartphone may not see them in setup mode.
📊 Have you ever had a single earphone out of sync?
Yeah, left is silent.
Yeah, right wheezing.
No, it's working.
The problem with connecting to the PC
Redmi Buds and Mi True Wireless Earbuds
The most common lineup is the Redmi Buds and Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic series, which have a universal method that works 90% of the time if the case includes a physical button or touch area.
Put both earbuds in the charge case and open the lid. Find a function button on the case case (usually round and side or back), if the buttons are not, the touch areas may be on the inside of the lid or on the ends of the headphones themselves.
- 🔘 Press the button on the case and hold it for a while. 10-15 seconds until the indicator lights up in orange.
- 👂 Alternative method: touch the touch zones on both headphones simultaneously and hold for about 5 seconds until the indicators flash red.
- 📱 After reset, find the device in the Bluetooth list on your phone and select “Connect” again.
The color indication of the LED plays a key role: an orange or red glow usually signals the successful completion of the Hard Reset procedure.White tends to mean a pairing mode, not a reset.
Instructions for Xiaomi AirDots and Early Versions
Xiaomi AirDots models (especially the first and second versions) often require more accurate timing when performing actions. In these devices, the software is less resistant to desynchronization, so the reset must be performed strictly by algorithm.
Remove the headphones from the case. Quickly press five times on the touchpad of each earpiece, which force them to reset, and if you didn't work the first time, try to do it faster or slower, but without too much pause.
There is also a method through the smartphone menu for some versions of the firmware. Go to Bluetooth settings, find Xiaomi AirDots and select "Unpair." Then, without putting the phone far away, reset the button on the case (if the model allows) or the above method with taps.
| Model headphones | Type of button | Retention time | Indication of success |
|---|
| Redmi Buds 3 Pro | The button on the case | 10 seconds. | Orange light |
| Mi True Wireless 2 | Headphone sensor | 5 seconds (2 times) | Fast blinking. |
| AirDots Basic | 5 quick presses | No hold. | Turning off the indicator |
| Xiaomi Buds 3T | The button on the case | 15 seconds. | White flashing |
What to do if the indicator does not light up?
If the indicator is silent, check the contacts in the case. Perhaps the headphones just do not charge and lie discharged. Wipe the contacts with alcohol and make sure that the case has a charge.> Owners of wired acoustics such as the Xiaomi Piston may be surprised, but they sometimes need to be “rebooted”. Although there's no complicated pairing memory electronics, the controller can freeze when there's a power surge or a poor signal from the source. There are no software buttons to reset wired models. The method is to completely shut down the controller. 3.5 mm USB-C from the smartphone and leave the headphones disconnected on 5-10 If the model is equipped with a remote control with a microphone, press the single button on the remote control on the 10-15 seconds with the connected sound source. This can reboot the built-in DAC (digital-analog converter) in some advanced models with Hi-Res certification. Often the problem of "loss of sound" in Xiaomi wired headphones is not solved by resetting, but by cleaning the speaker mesh from earwax. Use a soft brush and minimal alcohol, but do not urinate the speaker directly. Solving problems through the Mi Wear and Xiaomi Earbuds app is best managed through official applications. For global versions, this is Miar (previously, Xiaomi's "Rear" analogue" works on the menu, often on the "Mifacular" or "War" from the "War" to the "War" buttons" on the "War" or the menu" that runs on the "War" on the "War" on the "War" or the "War" from the "War" list of the "War" or the "War" on the "War" on the "War" list of the "War" or the "War" or the "War" from the 📲 Make sure the app is updated to the latest version via Google Play or App Store. 🔗 Headphones should be connected to the phone while performing the reset command. ⚙️ After resetting through the application, you may need to update the firmware, which is recommended immediately. Using the software also allows you to reset the equalizer and touch control settings, which could be changed accidentally. This is especially useful if the sensory control is not responding correctly or with a delay. ⚠️ Note: When reset via the app, all custom audio and gesture settings will be deleted without recovery. Save screenshots of settings if you care. Typical errors and ways to fix them One of the most common mistakes is not following time intervals. Users release the button too early, thinking that they are 5 Seconds are enough, while some Xiaomi models require holding up to a certain time. 20-30 Another problem is that there are other active Bluetooth devices in range, and severe interference from Wi-Fi routers or other headphones can interrupt the initialization process. Try to reset away from the radiation sources. If after all the attempts, the headphones do not go out of pairing mode (flashing white) or do not turn on at all, you may need a "deep" reset through discharge. Leave the case open with the headphones inside for a day so that they are completely discharged to zero, then charge to zero. 100% non-stop. 💡If standard methods do not help, complete discharging of the device to 0% Frequently resets static power controller errors. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Xiaomi headphone reset removes track history? no, headphones TWS They don't store your listening history or your music files. They only store your pairing data (MAC-Device addresses) and user equalizer settings if they were stored in the headphone memory instead of the phone. What if only one headphone is on after reset? This is a sign of the stereo pair being out of sync. Repeat the reset procedure, but this time remove both earphones from the case at the same time. Press the sensors on both headphones 5 times fast. They have to find each other before connecting to the phone. Can you reset the headphones without a case? For most models TWS Xiaomi's case is necessary, because it initiates the reset mode through its contacts or button. Without the case, it is almost impossible to complete Factory Reset, you can only separate the pair. Why don't you see the headphones after you reset? After you reset, they go into pairing standby mode. Make sure you don't try to connect to your old Bluetooth profile. You need to remove the old device from your phone's list ("Forget the device") and look for a new one.