Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to separate calls, especially if the device uses two active phones. SIM-Standard settings require a single ringtone for all incoming cards, which is not always convenient in work or personal situations. MIUI, And now the new HyperOS, which provides powerful tools to customize the sound for each SIM card individually, allows you to instantly determine who is calling without even looking at the screen, just by the nature of the melody.
The installation process can seem confusing because of the interface, which varies from version to version. Some users mistakenly believe that it is enough to simply select a track in contacts, but the system settings of the call take priority. In this article, we will discuss in detail the algorithm of actions that is guaranteed to work on current versions of firmware, you will learn how to manage audio files for the first and second SIM card, and also set exceptions for important contacts.
Audio file preparation and formats
Before you start setting up the system, you need to make sure that the audio files themselves are ready to use. Xiaomi smartphones support most popular formats, however, for stable operation, it is best to use files in MP3 or M4A. High audio quality is not always an advantage in the case of ringtones, since the speaker can distort complex frequencies.
Files must be stored in the device's internal memory. The system will not be able to recognize tracks if they are only in the cloud or on a remote server. It is recommended to create a separate folder, such as Ringtones, where you place selected songs, which will make it easier to find them in the system menu of selecting a tune.
Note the length of the track. Too long tracks can be cut by the system or incorrectly repeated. The optimal ringtone length is 15 to 30 seconds. If the file is too heavy or has a non-standard bitrate, the MIUI shell may simply not display it in the list of available ones.
⚠️ Note: Do not use files with DRM-The system will not be able to play them as system sound, since they are encrypted to play only inside the player application.
You can use a built-in audio editor or third-party apps to edit the tracks, and the main thing is that the final file is readable by all the applications in the system, and make sure that the file is not hidden or placed in a secure folder, otherwise the audio settings menu will not see it.
Basic setting of ringtones through the Sound menu
The easiest way to set a tune is to use the standard settings menu, which is good if you need to quickly change the standard tone to something more pleasing for both SIM cards, either at once or separately. Go to your device's settings and find the Sound and Vibration section.
In the menu that opens, you'll see Ringtone on two-way devices. SIM-This section is often divided into two subsections: Rington (SIM 1) and rington (SIM 2) Clicking on the appropriate item will get you to the list of system tunes. At the bottom of the list is usually a button Select a melody on the device or a plus that allows you to add your file.
- 🎵 Open the settings and select "Sound and vibration".
- 📱 Click on "Rington" and select the right one. SIM-card (1 or 2).
- 📂 Use the button"+" or "Select on Device" to search for a file.
- ✅ Confirm the choice and the melody will be applied instantly.
Sometimes there's no SIM 1 and SIM 2 separation on this menu, and there's a common ringtone, so it uses a single tune for all the inputs, so to fix that and make the separation, you need to use the settings of the Phone app itself, which will be discussed in the next section. It's important to understand that the settings in the Sound menu are global, but they can overlap with the specific settings of the call.
⚠️ Note: If you have changed SIM-The system links the melody to a physical slot or a logical number. SIM, So after replacing the cards, check the settings again.
Don't forget to check the volume. In the same menu, Sound and vibration have a call volume slider. Make sure it doesn't keep a low, otherwise even the loudest tune will barely be heard. Also check if no sound or no disturb mode is on, which blocks ringtones from playing.
Individual settings through the phone application
A more flexible and commonly used method of setting different tunes for different SIM cards is directly in the Phone app. That's where priority management and specific assignments for each line are managed. Open the app you normally make calls through.
Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen to open the menu, and select Settings. In the list of options, find Incoming Calls or Incoming Call Settings. Here you will see a clear separation: First SIM-map and second SIM-You click on each of these, and you get into the menu for selecting a particular ringtone for that particular line.
The good thing about this method is that it works independently of the global sound settings, so even if you have one track on the system, you can assign unique compositions here, select the right file from the list or download a new one, and then all the calls that come to the first SIM will be accompanied by one tune and the second by another.
☑️ Checking the call settings
In some versions of the HyperOS shell, the interface may be slightly different. The path may look like Settings -> Advanced Settings -> Call Melody. If you don't see the separation by SIM card in the Phone app, try clearing the app's cache through the application management menu. This often solves problems with displaying menu items.
Importantly, the settings made here are of higher priority. If you set a tune through the Phone app, it will play even if there is something else in the general audio settings, which allows you to create complex use cases, such as a quiet call for a work SIM and a loud one for a personal one.
Set up individual melodies for contacts
Often users need a particular person to call with a unique tune, no matter what SIM card they call, using the ringtone assignment function to a particular contact, which allows them to reset the system settings for the selected numbers.
Open the Contacts app or go to the phone book. Find the right caller and open the contact card. At the top of the screen or in the menu (three dots), find the "Place the ringtone" item. The system will suggest you select a track from the list or download your own. Once selected, this contact will always ring with the selected melody.
- 📞 Open the contact card in the phone book.
- 🔊 Click on "Set a ringtone" in the contact menu.
- 🎶 Choose a unique composition for this subscriber.
- 💾 Save the changes by going back.
There is a caveat: if a contact has multiple numbers and they are tied to different SIM cards (for example, one number is working, another is personal), the setting can be applied to all contact numbers at once or require clarification. In new versions of MIUI, you can assign a ringtone for each number inside the contact card separately if you click on editing a specific phone number.
This feature is especially useful for picking up calls from family, boss or emergency services. Even if the phone is in the bag with the screen down, you immediately understand the importance of calling by sound. Remember that for contacts who do not have a personal ringtone, the SIM card setting we talked about earlier will be used.
What if the contact doesn’t find the melody?
Table of comparison of installation methods
To make it easier for you to navigate your customization methods, we have prepared a comparison table that will help you understand which method is best suited to your particular situation and what each method has to do.
| Method of setting up | Priority | Coverage | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menu "Sound and vibration" | Low. | Globally for all | Low. |
| Phone application settings | Medium. | Separately by SIM 1/SIM 2 | Medium |
| Contact card | High-pitched | Only for a specific number | Tall. |
| Don't disturb modes | critical | Blocks all sounds | Medium |
As you can see from the table, the settings of a particular contact override the settings of the SIM card, which in turn override the global settings of the sound. Understanding this hierarchy helps you quickly diagnose sound problems. If you can't hear the call, check the settings in order from the particular to the general.
It is also worth considering that some third-party calls that users install from Google Play may be able to ignore Xiaomi's system settings, in which case you need to configure ringtones inside the third-party application itself. MIUI Dialer fully supports the methods described above.
Troubleshooting and troubleshooting
Despite the ease of setting, users sometimes run into problems, the most common being the phone is silent or playing the wrong tune, often because the file has been deleted or moved after installation, the system doesn't store a copy of the ringtone, it just stores a link to it, and if you cleared the memory or deleted the music, the setting will go down to the standard.
Another problem is that even at maximum volume, quiet sound can be due to the encoding of the file, some tracks are recorded at low volume (gain), and no amount of phone settings will make them louder, so use audio editors to normalize the volume before installing the file on your phone.
- 🔇 Check if the In-pocket mode is activated, which can jam the sound.
- 📉 Make sure the call volume slider is not at a minimum.
- 🔄 Restart the device after installing new ringtones.
- 📂 Check that the melody file is physically in memory.
If only one of the SIM cards is missing, check if it's active in the network settings. Sometimes when the signal is bad, the phone may not have time to play the beginning of the melody. SIM-cards are not worth limiting incoming display or forwarding, which may affect call processing.
⚠️ Attention: When using Bluetooth headsets or speakers, ringtones may behave differently. Some devices transmit the call sound to the phone even if the media sound is going to Bluetooth, and some completely to the headset. Check the audio output settings at the time of the call.
In rare cases, resetting the audio settings to the factory helps, and it won't delete your files, but it will return all system sliders and assignments to their original state, and then you can re-enter the procedure for installing the tunes, which often solves software glitches.
Additional Customization Opportunities
Shell MIUI HyperOS allows you to go beyond simple installation mp3-You can create whole themes of design, where the ringtone, the notification sound, the locking sound, and even the keyboard sound are combined into a single style, and you can download themes from the official theme store or create them yourself.
For advanced users, there's a "Vibrosignal to Melody Rhythm" feature available. If your phone supports a broadband vibrator, it can vibrate to the beat of music. This is customized in the section Sound and Vibration -> Vibrosignal to the rhythm of the melody. This adds a tactile incoming call experience that's hard to miss.
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Use short but vivid snippets of songs for ringtones. Long intros can be annoying if you don't have time to answer. The optimal is to immediately jump to the chorus or the most recognizable moment of the track.
It's also worth mentioning the possibility of using live wallpaper with audio, although this is more about the visual part. However, the comprehensive multimedia setup makes using a Xiaomi smartphone a truly personalized experience. Don't be afraid to experiment with different formats and track lengths.
Remember, changing ringtones regularly helps keep your perception fresh, your brain gets used to constant sounds and may stop responding quickly, and change your tunes every couple of months to stay alert to incoming calls.
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Key point: Rington settings for a specific contact always have the highest priority, then the settings go. SIM-maps in the phone application, and only at the end - global system settings.