Xiaomi’s modern wireless headphones have become one of the most popular on the market due to their excellent price-performance ratio. Users often choose the Redmi Buds or Mi True Wireless series for their stable sound and long battery life. However, like any Bluetooth device, they require the right initial setup to work properly.
The connection process may seem complicated to a beginner, but it actually takes only a few minutes. It is important to understand that pairing algorithms can vary slightly depending on the operating system of your smartphone. In this article, we will discuss all the stages of connection in detail, as well as how to fix common errors.
Incorrect settings can lead to channel desynchronization or quiet sound. To avoid such problems, you need to carefully follow the algorithm of actions described below. For the first connection, be sure to remove both earphones from the case at the same time. This action puts the headset in detection mode, making it visible to other devices.
Preparation of the device and headset for pairing
Before starting the procedure, make sure your Xiaomi headphones are fully charged. Low charge levels in the case or the ears themselves can cause the device to not turn on or quickly shut down during the setup process. It is recommended to keep the case connected to the charger at least 15 minutes before starting work.
It's also worth checking the status of the Bluetooth module on your smartphone. Make sure the wireless feature is activated and not in flight mode. Sometimes an Android or iOS system may block the search for new devices for security or energy saving reasons.
Clear the list of previously connected devices if you plan to connect the headset to a phone that it has already worked with, but there are crashes. Deleting the old profile helps to reset possible addressing conflicts. This is especially true if you have changed your phone or reflashed the current one.
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Algorithm of connection to smartphones on Android
The Android operating system provides a wide range of options for controlling the audio stream. To begin, open the Settings menu → Connections → Bluetooth. Make sure the switch is in the active position and the phone has started scanning the surrounding space.
Take both of these headphones out of the charger case, and the lights on them should go off, signaling that they're ready to go, and if this is the first time they're going to automatically go into Pairing Mode, and if the lights don't flash, you might need to pinch the touch zones for a few seconds.
The list of available devices on the smartphone screen should show the name of your model, for example, Redmi Buds 3 Pro or Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2. Click on the name to initiate a connection. The system can request confirmation of pairing - click "OK" or "Connect".
⚠️ Note: If your model has multiple identical names on the list of devices, choose one that doesn’t have an “L” or “R” label.
Once the connection is successful, the headphone battery icon will appear in the status bar, which indicates that the data protocol is active and the sound will be transmitted in high quality, and you can now run any media file to check the health.
Set up work with iPhone (iOS)
Owners of Apple appliances can also enjoy Xiaomi sound, although the app's functionality may be limited compared to Android.The connection process is as standardized as possible here. Go to Settings → Bluetooth and make sure the slider is green.
Remove the headphones from the case. On the iPhone at the bottom of the screen, a system notification should pop up to detect a new accessory. Press the Connect button on the smartphone screen. If the pop-up does not appear, find the device in the Other Devices list manually.
It’s worth noting that to fully unlock the potential, such as checking the firmware version or adjusting the noise cancellation, iPhone owners will need a third-party app. With iOS built-in tools, you can only play sound and adjust the overall volume.
If the connection is successful but the audio is missing, check the audio output settings. Sometimes the iPhone continues to stream the audio to the speaker, ignoring the headset. Press the AirPlay icon in the control center and choose your Xiaomi headphones forcefully.
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Use of the Xiaomi Earbuds app
To deep customize the sound and control the functions of the headset, the developers have created a special application Xiaomi Earbuds, which is available in Google Play and the App Store. Installing this software allows you to update the firmware of the headphones, which often fixes communication bugs.
Once you install and run the app, you need to give it permissions to access geolocation and Bluetooth, without these rights, the app will not be able to detect the device, and the main menu will display a map of your headphones with the current charge level of each channel separately.
You can change the control gestures in the settings menu, so you can set a double tap to pause, a triple tap to call an assistant, or a long tap to switch noise reduction modes, which makes it as comfortable as possible to use the gadget.
| Function | Description | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Update of the PO | Downloading new versions of firmware | All models. |
| Headphone search | Audible signal in case of loss | New models |
| equalizer | Frequency adjustment | All models. |
| Game mode | Reducing sound delay | Pro version |
Remember to check the "About Headphones" section periodically for updates. Developers regularly release patches that improve connection stability and the quality of the active noise cancellation system.
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Turn on the "Look for headphones" application and link them to the Mi Account. If you lose the case within earshot, the application will help you find it by the sound signal.
Solving Connection and Sound Problems
Sometimes people are faced with a situation where the phone sees the device but does not connect, or the connection is constantly interrupted. The first step is always to completely reset the headphones to the factory, usually you need to put them in a case and press the buttons for 10-15 seconds.
If the problem is desynchronization (the sound comes from only one earpiece), try putting both earpieces in the case, closing the lid, and waiting 10 seconds. Then pull them out at the same time. In most cases, they're re-synchronized with each other.
Interference from Wi-Fi routers or microwave ovens can also affect Bluetooth connectivity, as they operate in a similar frequency range. Try to move away from the radiation sources or switch the router to a 5GHz channel if possible.
⚠️ Note: Do not use Xiaomi headphones near high-power industrial magnets or medical equipment.This can cause irreversible interference in the operation of the Bluetooth module.
If nothing works, try connecting the headset to another smartphone, which will help localize the problem: if the other phone is working, then it is the settings of your main device or its Bluetooth antenna.
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90% of connection problems are solved by completely resetting headphones to factory settings and re-pairing "clean".
Customization of sound quality and codecs
The quality of music playback depends on the codec used. Modern Xiaomi smartphones support AAC, SBC codecs, and in top models - LDAC or LHDC. You can check and change the active codec in the developer menu.
To access these settings, you need to activate the developer mode. Go to Settings → About phone and quickly click 7 times on the build number. After that, a new item will appear on the menu "Developers" where you can select the priority codec in the Bluetooth section.
Choosing a high-bitrate codec like LDAC greatly improves sound detail, but can reduce battery life. If you want autonomy, you'd better keep standard AAC, which provides a good balance of quality and power consumption.
Also available in the Mi UI or HyperOS sound settings is a graphical equalizer, which allows you to adapt the sound to the genre of music or personal preferences, amplifying bass or high frequencies.