Xiaomi’s modern wireless headphones have gained popularity due to their excellent value for money and stylish design. The black Mi Bluetooth Headset is often chosen by users who value minimalism and functionality. However, immediately after purchase, many are faced with the question of how to properly activate the device and establish a reliable connection to a smartphone or tablet.
The initial setup process may seem obscure, especially if you’re using a brand’s gadgets for the first time. The wrong sequence sometimes leads to the phone not seeing the accessory, or the connection is constantly interrupted. In this article, we’ll take a look at all the stages of pairing, look at the nuances of working with the standby mode, and provide solutions for common technical problems.
Before you go into settings, it is important to make sure that your device is fully charged, which will eliminate possible failures in the Bluetooth module during the search procedure, and it is also worthwhile to free one hand in advance, since some actions require simultaneous pressing of physical buttons on the headset body.
Preparation of the headset for the first inclusion
The first step before attempting to pair is to fully charge the device. Use a complete cable or quality analogue with a current of no more than 1A, so as not to damage the battery. The indicator on the case should burn red during charging and fade or change the color upon completion, which signals readiness for work.
Turn on the headset by holding the main function button, which is usually located on the end or side of the device. Hold it until the LED light flashes blue and red alternately, which means that the Bluetooth module has become visible to external devices.
⚠️ Warning: If the indicator flashes only blue at large intervals, the device is in standby mode of the previously connected gadget.Forcing to go into search mode, you need to reset the settings or turn off Bluetooth on the previously connected phone.
Make sure you keep the headset close to your smartphone, ideally no more than one meter away.The presence of metal barriers or a functioning microwave nearby can cause interference in the 2.4 GHz range, making it difficult to initially detect.
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If the indicator does not light up after a long charge, try to replace it. USB-cable or use another power supply, as the battery could have gone into deep discharge.
The process of pairing with Android and iOS
Once you have the headset paired, you need to open the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. On the Android operating system, the path usually looks like Settings → Connections → Bluetooth, whereas on iOS, you need to go to Settings → Bluetooth. Make sure that the activation slider of the function is in the “On” position.
The system will automatically search for available devices within range. The Mi Bluetooth Headset or the combination of letters and numbers corresponding to the model should appear in the Available Devices list. Click on this name to initiate the connection process.
- 📱 For Android: Confirm the pairing request in the pop-up window by checking for code matching if they are displayed.
- 🍏 For iOS: the device can request a connection permission, which must be confirmed by clicking the “Connect” button».
- 🔗 Universally: if required PIN-The standard values are usually 0000 or 1234.
Successful connections will be confirmed by voice message "Connected" in the headphones and change the status in the menu of the phone to "Connected." From now on, the audio stream will be transmitted wirelessly. If there are several devices with similar names on the list, choose the one that appeared the latest.
Control and voice assistant setting
The physical buttons on the Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Headset body allow you to control playback and calls without the involvement of a smartphone. Single click on the multifunction button pauses the track or resumes playback. Double tap usually initiates a re-call of the last number in the call history.
To activate a voice assistant like Google Assistant or Siri, you need to triple-press the same button, which allows you to give voice commands without taking the phone out of your pocket, but the functionality may be limited by the capabilities of the smartphone operating system itself.
| Action. | Button combination | The result |
|---|---|---|
| Answer the call. | 1 tap | Connection established |
| Reject the challenge | Long press (2 seconds) | Resetting the call |
| Loudness up | Button + | Increased sound level |
| Loudness down | Button-- | Reduced sound levels |
Importantly, the volume control on the headset synchronizes with the system volume of the phone, and if you turn down the sound with the buttons on the headphones, the overall level of playback will decrease in other applications.
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Use of Connection (Multipoint)
One of the key features of the Mi Bluetooth Headset is that it supports Multipoint, which allows you to connect to two devices at the same time, such as a smartphone and a laptop, which is extremely convenient for those who want to listen to music from a computer and quickly receive calls from a mobile phone.
To activate this mode, you first need to connect the headset to the first device, and then, without turning it off, go into pairing mode and find the device on the second gadget. Once successfully connected to both sources, the headset will automatically switch between them depending on where the audio signal is coming from.
⚠️ Warning: With active Multipoint mode, the battery is used up faster than usual. Unless you plan to switch between devices often, it is better to turn off Bluetooth on the second gadget to save energy.
Keep in mind that when you play a video on one device and receive a call from another, the music will be paused automatically. Once the conversation is over, playback will resume. However, simultaneous audio transmission from two sources is not possible, priority is always given to the phone conversation.
Resetting and reconnecting
In situations where the headset has stopped responding to commands or the phone sees the device but cannot pair, a complete reset is required.This action will return factory settings and clear the memory of previously connected gadgets.
To perform the reset, turn off the headset completely. Then press the on button and the volume down button (or a special reset button, if designed) simultaneously. Hold them for about 10-15 seconds until the indicator blinks several times quickly.
Emission sequence:
1. Turn off the device.
2. Clamp Power + Volume Down.
3. Hold 10 seconds until blinking.
4. Release and re-energize.After this procedure, you need to go to the Bluetooth settings on your phone, find the Mi Bluetooth Headset in the list of previously paired devices, and select the option “Forget the device” or “Delete” only after that you can reconnect the procedure, as with the first purchase.
What if the reset didn't help?
Addressing common problems
Users sometimes have to face a situation where there is a sound, but it is very quiet or intermittent. First of all, you should check the distance between the phone and the headset. Obstacles in the form of walls or the human body can weaken the signal.
If you see a video desynchronization, try turning off and re-enable Bluetooth on your smartphone. In some cases, the problem lies in an outdated version of the drivers or operating system of the phone. Updating the smartphone software often eliminates such compatibility conflicts.
- 🔋 Low charge: at a discharge below 20%, the transmitter power may decrease, which degrades the quality of communication.
- 📶 Interference: A Wi-Fi router running on a channel close to Bluetooth can cause interference.
- 🧹 Dirt in the port: oxidation of charging contacts can lead to incorrect display of the charge level.
In the case when the headset spontaneously turns off, check the status of the battery. Lithium-ion batteries degrade over time, especially if the device has been lying unused for a long time in a discharged state. A critical sign of a battery failure is to turn off the device when the charge rate is above 30%.
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The stability of the connection depends on the battery charge and the absence of physical obstacles between the transmitter and the receiver.