Modern wireless headphones from Xiaomi have become the benchmark for the ratio of price and quality, but many users have confusion with the terminology and primary activation. When people say "how to wear," they often mean not just physically placing the device in the ear, but the process of synchronizing, extracting from the case and starting to use it. TWS-Headset implies a whole algorithm of actions that ensures the stable operation of the gadget.
Proper connection and wear directly affect sound quality and battery life. Mistakes in the initial setup phase can lead to channel desynchronization or rapid battery discharge. In this article, we will discuss in detail the physical aspects of wearing, the procedure for first pairing and the subtleties of using popular models such as AirDots and Redmi Buds.
Physical fit and ergonomics of devices
The first step before activating electronics is to ensure a comfortable physical fit. Xiaomi headphones are designed with the anatomy of the auditory canal in mind, but often require replacing standard earpieces with a more suitable size. The kit usually comes with replaceable S, M and L size nozzles, which must be customized for better sound insulation.
Not only does a wrong landing make sound worse, it can also cause discomfort when worn for long periods of time, if the device is not tight, low frequencies are lost, and if too tight, pressure is created, make sure that the speaker is clearly pointing into the ear canal, and the "leg" or body is adjacent to the ear shell without gaps.
- 🎧 Select size M bottles to start with, then test the S and L for comparison.
- 👂 Insert the headphone with a light rotational movement back and up.
- 🔊 Check the density of the fitting: external noise should decrease markedly.
⚠️ Warning: If you feel acute pain or severe discomfort, stop using immediately and try a smaller or other shaped nozzle.
For legged models like the Xiaomi Earbuds Basic 2, it is important to place the microphone holes correctly. They must remain open to the correct operation of the noise reduction system when talking. The wrong angle of insertion can cause the interlocutor to hear you very quietly or with distortion.
Extraction procedure and power activation
The phrase "how to wear" often hides the question of how to properly remove the headphones from the charging case to turn on. Unlike wired models, there is no physical on button on the case (with rare exceptions), activation occurs automatically when you open the charging contacts or touch the touch zone.
When you open the case lid, the lights on the headphones themselves should light up, signaling that you're going to start working. If that doesn't happen, check for a protective film on the charging contacts -- this is a common problem with new devices. The film blocks the current supply, and the headphones "think" they're still in the case.
☑️ Pre-insertion check
Some models, like the Redmi Buds 3 Pro, use auto-pause: when you take out one earbud, playback is paused, and when you put both on, it resumes. To function properly, the proximity sensors must be clean. Rub the sensor area with a soft dry cloth before each use.
It's important to remember the extraction sequence. Although current Bluetooth 5.0 and higher chips allow you to get your headphones out in any order, it's better to pull them out at the same time for the primary pairing, or follow the instructions for a particular model, which will help avoid a situation where one channel does not see the second.
The first pairing with the phone and PC
Once you have your earbuds in your ears and you've seen them glow, you go digitally, and for the first time, you need to log into your smartphone's Bluetooth settings, and make sure that the wireless module is activated and visible to other devices.
In the list of available devices, find the name of your model, for example, Xiaomi AirDots or Redmi Buds. Click on the name to pair. In the process, you may need to confirm the code or just wait for the A2DP and HFP profiles to be set up.
| Model headphones | Name in Bluetooth. | Status indicator | Time to connect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi AirDots | Mi AirDots Basic | Red/Blue | 3-5 seconds |
| Redmi Buds 3 | Redmi Buds 3 | White (blinks) | 2-4 seconds |
| Xiaomi Buds 3T | Xiaomi Buds 3T | Green (in case) | 1-3 seconds |
| Haylou GT1 | Haylou GT1 | Red-blue | 5-7 seconds |
If the pairing is successful, the phone will have a headphone battery icon in the status bar, and the headphones themselves will have a voice message "Connected" or similar, and from now on, each time they are removed from the case, they will automatically connect to the last device used.
What to do if the phone can’t see the headphones?
Use of the Xiaomi Earbuds app
For Android and MIUI smartphone owners, it is highly recommended to install the Xiaomi Earbuds app (or Mi Buds M8 for some regions), which allows not only to track the charge, but also to adjust the equalizer, change the purpose of touches and update the firmware.
Once you have the app installed and the headphones connected, the interface will offer you a quick setup, and you can activate Game Mode's low latency mode, which is critical for gaming and video watching. Without this mode, sound can lag behind the picture on the screen. 200-300 millisecond.
- 📱 Download the app from Google Play or Mi GetApps.
- 🔋 Check the firmware version of each headphone separately.
- 🎛️ Set up gestures: double touch, hold, triple press.
The app also has a headphone search feature, so if you forget where you put it or where you put one of the modules, you can turn on the beep through the app, and this works even if the headphones are in standby mode, but they have a battery charge.
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In the Xiaomi Earbuds app, you can configure noise reduction control. Select Transparency mode for city walks to hear traffic without removing your headphones.
Features of wearing different models
Xiaomi's different lineups have their own design features, such as the AirDots series, which often have a more compact, "bubbly" shape that is completely hidden in the ear, and they need to be inserted deep but carefully so that they hold themselves by cutting cartilage rather than pressurizing.
Leg models like Redmi Buds suggest that the bulk of the body hangs down, and it's important not to touch the leg with your hand or clothing when you put it on, because it has sensory control areas. A random touch can pause the track or turn on the voice assistant.
⚠️ Warning: Do not use headphones while sleeping lying on your side if they protrude from the ear.Pillow pressure may damage the body or injure the ear.
For sports models like Xiaomi Sport Bluetooth Earphones, it is critical to place the magnetic fixtures correctly, which must be placed on the front of the chest so that the cable does not dangle and create a microphone effect when running, and the moisture protection of such models allows sweating, but does not guarantee protection from heavy rain.
Solving Connection and Sound Problems
Even with the right putting on, there can be technical problems. If you only have sound in one earpiece, try putting both modules in the case, closing the lid, and waiting 10 seconds. Then pull them out at the same time. Often this restarts the synchronization process between the left and right channels.
If the problem persists, a complete reset may be required. For most Xiaomi models, this is done by holding the touch zones on both headphones for a long time (about 5-10 seconds) until the indicators flash in red.
The sequence of discharge (Hard Reset):
1. Remove the device from the phone's Bluetooth.
2. Put the headphones in the case.
3. Hold the sensors for 5-10 seconds (until they light up red).
4. Remove and reconnect.It's also worth checking the sound balance settings in the smartphone itself. Sometimes a software failure shifts the balance completely into one channel and the user thinks the second earphone is not working. In the "Special Features" or "Sound" section, the balance slider should be in the center.
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90% of problems with desynchronization are solved by a complete reset of headphones and re-sparking through the Bluetooth menu.
Care and extension of service
Hygiene is an important aspect of using intrachannel headphones. Sulfur and skin fat can clog the speaker's mesh, resulting in a quiet sound or its complete disappearance. Regularly clean the mesh with a soft dry brush or cotton swab lightly moistened in alcohol (do not let liquid enter).
The charging case also requires maintenance, and the contacts inside the case and on the legs of the headphones become oxidized over time, wipe them with dry cloth once a week, which will ensure stable charging and prevent the situation when you "put on" the headphones, and they are discharged, even though they were in the case.
- 🧼 Wash your hoods with a wet wipe after each workout.
- 🔋 Do not keep the case completely discharged for a long time.
- 🌡️ Avoid overheating devices in direct sun.
Proper storage in the case is key to a long battery life, and when the headphones are not in use, they have to be in a closed case, which not only protects them from dust, but also prevents deep discharge, because in the case they go into sleep mode.