Xiaomi Air 2S How to Connect: Guide

Popular TWS-Xiaomi Air headphones 2S (model TWSEJ06LS) They are known for their excellent sound and support for the aptX Adaptive codec, but despite being easy to use, many owners have difficulty pairing or reconnecting to new devices. Proper setup ensures stable Bluetooth connection and access to all control functions.

In this article, we will discuss in detail all the steps of connecting a headset to Android and iOS smartphones, as well as personal computers. You will learn how to fix situations when the left or right earphone is not connected, and how to reset the device settings correctly to eliminate software errors.

To get started, make sure that the case and the headphones themselves are charged at least 20-30%. Low battery charge often causes the device to not go into pairing mode or work unstable immediately after being removed from the case.

Preparing headphones for the first use

Before looking for a device in the Bluetooth list, you need to activate detection mode. Usually, Xiaomi Air 2S headphones automatically go into pairing mode when first removed from the case, unless they were previously associated with another gadget.

If you reuse them or connect them to a new phone, you'll need to force activation. Remove both earphones from the charger case. The indicators should start flashing white to signal that they're ready to connect.

• 🔋 Make sure there is a charge on the case and headphones, the indicators should burn or flash.
• 📱 Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone or tablet in advance.
• 👂 Remove both earphones at the same time so they sync with each other.

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If the indicators don’t blink, put the headphones back in the case, close the lid and wait 5-10 seconds, then open again.

It's important to wait until both earbuds find each other, as evidenced by the dimming of one of the lights or the change in blinking frequency, and then the device becomes visible to external gadgets.

Matching with Android smartphones

Owners of Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones can use the quick connection function through the MIUI pop-up window. When you open the case cover next to the phone, an animation with the image of headphones and the charge level will automatically appear on the screen.

For other Android devices, the procedure is standard. Open system settings and go to Bluetooth. In the list of available devices, find Xiaomi Air 2S or MI Air 2S and click on the name to pair.

Once the connection is successful, you will hear voice confirmation in English or Chinese (depending on the firmware version), and you can play music or make calls.

⚠️ Note: If two of the same names Xiaomi Air appear on the list of devices 2S, Remove (forget) both and repeat the procedure for resetting headphones described below.

Some features, such as displaying the exact percentage of charge of each headphone, may not be available on Android stock without installing additional plug-in apps, while on MIUI they work natively.

Configure the connection to the iPhone (iOS)

Although Xiaomi headphones are optimized for Android, they work perfectly with the iPhone thanks to support for the AAC protocol. the connection process in iOS is almost identical to connecting any other Bluetooth headset.

Go to your iPhone Settings, select Bluetooth and make sure the switch is activated. Xiaomi Air 2S should appear in the "Other Devices" section. Click on it to set up a connection.

It’s worth noting that the animation pop-up that characterizes the original AirPods won’t appear on an iPhone with Xiaomi headphones, but the basic functionality, including touch controls and a microphone, will work correctly.

• 🍏 Make sure the iOS version is up to date for better codec compatibility.
• 🎧 After connecting, check the microphone in the recorder.
• 🔊 Set up the sound balance in the Universal Access section if required.

If the sound seems quiet or deaf, check the equalizer settings in the Music app or the settings of the smartphone itself, as iOS sometimes uses its own audio processing.

Connection to computer and laptop

Using Xiaomi Air 2S with a PC or laptop allows you to comfortably watch movies and communicate in instant messengers. For Windows 10 and 11, the process is standard: open "Options" through the Start menu, go to "Devices" or "Bluetooth and other devices".

Click "Add Bluetooth or other device", select the first item (Bluetooth) and wait for MI Air 2S to appear in the list. Click on the name to connect.

In macOS, the procedure is similar: open System Settings, select Bluetooth, and press Connect next to the headphone name, and then the battery icon will appear in the menu bar.

When connecting to a computer, it is important to choose the correct audio output profile. In some cases, the system can only connect as a Headset (low quality), whereas for music you need to choose Stereo Headphones.

Solving problems: if headphones are not connected

The most common problem is the desynchronization of the left and right earphones or the system's failure to see the device, in which case a full reset (Hard Reset) is effective.

To perform the reset, place both earbuds in the case and leave the lid open. Find the touch zones on both headphones (the bottom of the leg). At the same time, touch the sensors on both earbuds and hold for about 5 seconds until the indicators light up in orange.

After the orange blink, the lights should start flashing white quickly, which means entering pairing mode. Now delete the old headphone record in the phone's Bluetooth menu and search again.

⚠️ Attention: When you reset, all saved (paired) devices are removed. The headphones will behave as new when you first turn on.

If the problem persists, check if the case is discharged. Sometimes the contacts on the headphones oxidize, which prevents them from charging inside the case.

Setting up sensor control

The Xiaomi Air 2S features advanced touch controls that can be configured flexibly, standard actions including single-touch, double-touch and long-press.

For detailed configuration, it is recommended to use the Mi Earbuds app (available on Google Play) or the built-in plugin in MIUI. There you can reassign functions, for example, make triple tap switch tracks, and long call voice assistant.

• 👆 Single touch: Replay/pause or Call Answer.
• 👆👆 Double touch: The next track or repeat of the previous one.
• 🖐 Long press (2 seconds): Voice assistant activation or noise cancellation (if supported).

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The accuracy of the touch depends on the cleanness of the sensor. Rub the headphone legs from fat and moisture for stable control.

Remember that some actions may differ depending on which headphone (left or right) you use to control, although in this model they are most often symmetrical.

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