How to connect wireless headphones to the phone Xiaomi Redmi: instructions with photos and tips

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Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life, but connecting to Xiaomi Redmi smartphones can sometimes be difficult. Even experienced users can have problems pairing devices via Bluetooth, most often due to the features of MIUI firmware, protocol incompatibility or trivial errors in settings.

In this article, we will not only look at the standard way of connecting, but also look at alternative methods for cases where headphones are not determined by the system, you will learn how to correctly reset Bluetooth settings on Redmi, what codes are supported by different models of headphones, and what to do if the sound is interrupted or distorted, and pay special attention to the common mistakes that users make when they first connect.

Important: the instruction is relevant for all modern Xiaomi Redmi models (starting with the Redmi Note 7 and later), running on MIUI 12-14 and Android 10-14. If you have an older version of the firmware, some menu items may differ - we will mention this too.

Preparation of headphones and phone before connection

Before you start pairing, make sure both devices are ready to connect, and many problems arise from not meeting basic conditions:

• 🔋 Headphone charge: Battery level should be at least 30%.If the headphones are discharged, they may not enter search mode.
• 📱 Bluetooth on your phone: Enable it in advance in the notification panel or through Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Pairing mode: Most headphones need to hold the power button 3-5 seconds until the indicator flashes (usually blue/white).
• 🚫 Previous Connections: If the headphones have already been connected to another device, they need to be reset (instruction below).

For Xiaomi Redmi models with Qualcomm Snapdragon chips (such as the Redmi Note 11 Pro+), it is also recommended to check the power saving settings. Sometimes the system automatically turns off Bluetooth in the background, which prevents stable connection.

1. Open Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Consumption Management.
2. Find the “Bluetooth” app in the list and select “No Limits”.
3. Reboot the phone.

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If you have Xiaomi AirDots or Redmi Buds headphones, remove them from the case before connecting for the first time and wait for the sound signal “Pairing”.

Standard way to connect via Bluetooth

This is a basic method that works for 90% of wireless headphones.

1. Activate the search mode on the headphones (usually a long press on the power button before the indicator flashes).
2. On Xiaomi Redmi phone, open Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
3. Turn on Bluetooth if it is turned off and click "Search for Devices".
4. In the list, find the name of your headphones (such as the JBL Tune 510BT or Xiaomi AirDots 3 Pro) and tap them.
5. Confirm the pairing if a request appears (sometimes you need to enter) PIN-code - usually 0000 or 1234).

Once successfully connected, the headphones will be labeled "Connected" next to the name, and will now automatically connect to the phone when turned on (if not reset).

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If the headphones are not determined, try the following steps:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 Make sure your phone has Visibility Mode enabled (in Bluetooth settings).
• 🎧 Check if the headphones are connected to another device (laptop, tablet).

Problem Solving: Headphones are not connected or defined

If the standard method didn't work, the reasons could range from software failures to hardware constraints, and consider the most common scenarios and their solutions.

A critical feature for Xiaomi Redmi: some models (such as Redmi 9A or Redmi 8) do not support the aptX codec, which can lead to audio delays when watching videos, in which case it is recommended to use headphones that support AAC or LDAC.

⚠️ Note: If you connect Apple AirPods headphones to Xiaomi Redmi, note that the automatic switching between devices (as in the Apple ecosystem) will not work.

Customize sound and codecs for better quality

Once you've successfully connected, you should optimize your audio settings to get the best quality. MIUI has hidden settings that allow you to select a codec and adjust the bitrate.

How to turn it on HD-audio:

1. Connect the headphones via Bluetooth.
2. Open Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
3. Slip the gear icon next to the name of your headphones.
4. Choose Sound Quality → HD-audio.
5. Turn on the option and confirm the changes.

The list of codecs supported depends on the phone model and headphones. Here is a comparison table for popular devices:

To verify the current code:

• Install the Bluetooth Codec Info app from Google Play.
• Connect the headphones and open the application.
• The Active Codec section will specify the current protocol.

Connecting headphones to Xiaomi Redmi through manufacturers’ apps

Some brands (such as Sony, JBL, Bose) release branded apps to customize their headphones, which often feature additional features that are not available through standard Bluetooth:

• 🎛️ Equator with pre-settings.
• 🔊 Adaptive noise reduction (ANC).
• 📊 Usage statistics and charge level.
• 🔄 Update of the headphone firmware.

Examples of annexes:

• Sony | Headphones Connect – for models WH-1000XM4/5, WF-1000XM4.
• JBL Headphones - for JBL Live 660NC, JBL Tune 760NC.
• Bose Music – for Bose QuietComfort 45, Bose SoundLink
• Xiaomi Earphones – for AirDots, Buds 3/4 Pro

To connect headphones through the company's application:

1. Download and install the app from Google Play.
2. Put the headphones in pairing mode.
3. Follow the instructions in the app (usually you need to confirm the connection in your phone’s Bluetooth settings).

⚠️ Warning: When using branded apps, turn off battery optimization for them in Xiaomi settings. Otherwise, the application may close in the background, which will lead to a break in the connection with the headphones. → Annexes → Application management → [Title of the annex] → Battery → No restrictions.

Reset Bluetooth settings on Xiaomi Redmi

If the headphones were previously connected to the phone but are not working correctly now, a full reset of Bluetooth settings can help, which will remove all the saved devices and return the settings to the factory.

How to reset Bluetooth:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
2. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Reset settings.
3. Confirm the action (a password or pattern lock may be required).
4. Reboot the phone.

After reset, you will have to reconnect all Bluetooth devices, but this often solves the problems with:

• 🔌 Permanent connection breaks.
• 🔊 Sound distortion or echo.
• 📱 Incorrect display of the level of charge of headphones.

For Xiaomi Redmi models on Android 12+, there is an alternative way to reset through recovery mode:

1. Turn off the phone.


2.Put the Power + Volume buttons up until the MI logo appears.




3. From the recovery menu, select Wipe & Reset → Wipe Bluetooth Data.




4. Confirm the action and restart the device.

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Resetting Bluetooth settings is a last resort, and before you do that, try simply “forgetting the device” in the list of connected gadgets (slip on the headphones → “Forget”).

Additional features: Multipoint, Game Mode and ANC

Modern wireless headphones support advanced features that can be activated on Xiaomi Redmi.

1. Multipoint (connecting to two devices at the same time)

If your headphones support multipoint (such as Sony WH-1000XM5 or JBL Live 660NC), you can connect them to your phone and laptop at the same time.

1. Connect the headphones to the first device (e.g., Redmi).
2. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (usually double pressing the power button).
3. Connect them to the second device via Bluetooth.

2. Game mode (low delay)

For gamers, minimal sound latency is important. Xiaomi Redmi with MIUI 13+ has a special mode:

• Open Settings → Special features → Audio → Low sound latency.
• Turn on the option and restart the playback.

Active noise cancellation (ANC)

If your headphones support ANC (e.g. Xiaomi AirDots 3 Pro), you can control it by:

• Through the company application (if any).
• Through gestures on the headphones themselves (usually touching and holding the touch panel).
• In Bluetooth settings (Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → [Hearphone Name] → ANC).

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For Redmi models with a MediaTek processor (such as Redmi 10C), you may need to disable the Bluetooth A2DP Hardware Offload in the developer settings if the sound is interrupted.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting headphones to Xiaomi Redmi