Xiaomi’s modern wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life for millions of users, offering excellent sound quality at an affordable price. However, the process of initial pairing devices sometimes raises questions, especially if you use this gadget for the first time or change your smartphone. The correct setting of a Bluetooth connection is the key not only to music playback, but also to stable microphone and touch control.
In this article, we will take a look at all the steps involved in connecting Mi True Wireless Earbuds, Redmi Buds and wired Bluetooth models. You will learn about the nuances of working with different operating systems, understand how to avoid common errors, and learn how to troubleshoot if the device is not displayed on the list of available ones. Make sure your headphones are charged at least 20% before you start the pairing procedure, since in deep-discharge mode the communication module can work unstable.
Preparation of devices for pairing
Before you get into action on the smartphone menu, make sure both devices are ready to communicate. Wireless headphones often come from the factory in sleep or with a discharged battery, so the first step should always be to check the charge. Place the headphones in the case and connect it to the charger for 15-20 minutes, even if the indicators are on.
For Xiaomi wired headsets with a Bluetooth adapter, it is important to check the battery status of the adapter itself or the built-in battery if the model is hybrid. Lack of charge is the most common reason why the gadget does not enter search mode. It is also worth clearing the list of previously connected devices on the phone if the memory is full, as this can slow down the scanning process.
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If the headphones are new, be sure to remove protective films from the charging contacts on the headphones themselves, otherwise the case will not be able to charge them before the first turn on.
Make sure your smartphone has a wireless module on and can be seen for other devices. In modern MIUI and HyperOS shells, this feature is often hidden in the notification curtain. If you plan to use a headset for gaming, check the Bluetooth version on your phone in advance: low-latency codecs like aptX Adaptive or AAC, support for 5.0 and higher is desirable.
Instructions: Connecting wireless headphones Xiaomi
The process of connecting true-wireless models like Mi AirDots or Redmi Buds has its own characteristics that distinguish them from regular Bluetooth speakers. The main difference is that the left and right earbuds need to synchronize with each other before connecting to the phone. If you miss this step, the phone can see two different devices or neither.
Take both earbuds out of the case at the same time. The indicators should start flashing white, which signals pairing mode. If only one earbud flashes, put them back in the case, close the lid, wait 5 seconds and repeat the extraction procedure. When both earbuds sync, one of them (usually the right one) will continue to blink, and the second will go out or blink less often - this means that they are ready to look for the phone.
Now take your smartphone and go to the settings. Find Settings → Bluetooth and click on the search button for new devices. The list of available gadgets should show the name of your model, for example, Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2. Click on the name, and when you request confirmation of pairing, select "Connect" or enter the code 0000 if the system requires a pin code.
Once the connection is successful, the headphone assistant will report the status of "Connected." If you use Xiaomi ecosystem devices, a branded pop-up window with animations and the charge level of each headphone separately may appear on the phone screen. For other brands, this window will not appear, but the sound will work correctly.
Connecting wired and neck headsets
The Mi Neckband series neck headsets and wired models with a Bluetooth controller are easier to connect, since they do not have the task of synchronizing left and right channels through the air. In these devices, the communication module is built into a lintel or control unit on the wire. To go into search mode, you usually need to pinch the central control button or a special switch for 5-7 seconds.
The indicator on the device body should turn blue and red alternately or start flashing blue quickly. This is a universal signal for all Xiaomi devices that the headset is visible to external devices. If the indicator is on even blue light, then the device is already connected to some other phone, and new pairing is impossible without breaking the old connection.
What to do if the indicator does not flash?
If you hold a button long enough, the light doesn't change the blinking mode, maybe the headset is deeply discharged. 30-40 And sometimes the power controller locks up when it's completely discharged, and it takes time to push. TWS-In models, neck headsets often support simultaneous connection to two devices (multipoint), which allows you to switch between playing music on a tablet and talking on the phone without reconnecting. This function is activated automatically when connected to different signal sources in series. Using the Mi Earbuds app and audio settings To unlock the full potential of your headset, experts recommend using a specialized application. For modern models, it is Xiaomi Earbuds, for older ones - Mi True Wireless Earbuds. You can download them from Google Play or the App Store. The app allows you not only to see the exact percentage of charge, but also to adjust the equalizer, update the firmware and reassign the touch buttons. Inside the app, you will find noise reduction settings (ANC) if your model supports this feature. You can switch between Noise suppression, Transparency and Off modes directly from the smartphone screen. There is also a headphone search function that makes them emit a loud sound if you lose them in the room. The function Description Uluch firmware update supports this function. You can switch between the Ebugs's E-s app and the Ebus's Emissss regular signaling on the Emimisss app. Xiaomi engineers regularly release updates that fix audio and video desynchronization bugs, and improve active noise cancellation algorithms. Without the current version of the software, the headset may not work correctly. It's not uncommon for a phone to fail to see the headset or refuse to connect, most often because of a Bluetooth module stuck in the headphones, and to fix this, you need to do a full Hard Reset. TWS-Xiaomi models usually need to put headphones in the case, open the lid and pinch the touch zones on both headphones (or the button on the case, if any) for 10-15 seconds, until the indicator flashes orange. ⚠️ After resetting the settings, the headphones will completely “forget” all previous connections. You'll have to re-delete them from the Bluetooth list on your phone and pair them as if they're a new device. If the reset didn't work, try "forgetting" the device in your phone settings. Go to Settings → Bluetooth, find your headphones in the list, tap the gear icon or arrow next to the name, and select "Cancel pairing" or "Forget the device." Then turn off and turn on your smartphone again. Another cause of problems may be interference from other wireless devices. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi routers, microwave ovens and USB-s can try to turn off the interface from the phone's 3-0. Also check if your headphones are automatically connected to another device nearby (like a tablet or laptop), as they may be trying to restore the last active connection. iPhone (iOS) iPhone owners may find that the pop-up window with Xiaomi animation on iOS does not appear. This is normal behavior, since the fast Pair protocol works fully only on Android. However, the functionality of the headset does not suffer. The connection process on iOS is standard: pinch the button on the case (if any) or hold the sensors until the indicator is updated on the iPhone, it allows you to use the E-bus to adjust the device. However, some specific features, such as automatic mode switching or complex game profiles, may not be available or work with restrictions due to Apple's security policies. 💡On iOS, noise reduction and touch gesture control is often limited by the system’s standard capabilities unless the manufacturer has released a separate app with widgets for iOS. AAC, It's a major feature of the iPhone, it offers high audio quality, but it can be slightly more latency in games than aptX on Android. It's not noticeable to watch videos, because the system compensates for the delay, but in dynamic shooters you can feel out of sync. Optimization and useful tips To extend battery life and maintain the quality of the connection, follow a few simple rules of operation. Don't leave your headphones in your case empty for a long time, as lithium-polymer batteries degrade when stored in a deep discharge state. If you don't plan to use the headset for a month or more, charge it to 60-70%. Regularly clean the charging contacts on the headphones and inside the case with a dry cotton swab. Contact oxidation is a common reason why the headphones don't charge in the case and turn off ahead of time. Also wipe the speaker mesh, as a secret speaker can make a cleaner sound and use a cleaner to make a cleaner sound. If you notice that the sound has become quiet or intermittent, check the developer’s settings on Android (Special features section). → Bluetooth codec. Try to force codec to choose SBC or AAC, If the default one is not stable in a noisy radio environment, sometimes the automatic codec selection is wrong in favor of quality, sacrificing stability. Why does the phone see two devices with the same name? This happens when the left and right headphones are wrong. TWS-The models have lost sync with each other and are working independently, so to fix this, remove both devices from the Bluetooth list on your phone, put the headphones in your case, and perform the Hard Reset procedure described in the problem solving section. Once reset, they will pair up again.Can Xiaomi headphones be connected to Smart? TV? Yes, if your TV supports Bluetooth and has the function of transmitting sound to external audio devices (A2DP Sink). The process is similar to connecting to a phone: turn on the pairing mode on the headphones and find them in the settings of the TV sound. However, the delay of sound when watching video via Bluetooth can be noticeable. What to do if only one earphone works? Most likely, the synchronization between the channels is broken. Try to turn off Bluetooth on the phone, put the headphones in the case, close it, take out both headphones at the same time and wait until they find each other themselves (indicators only quickly switch on the Bluetooth after this).