Modern users value the freedom from wires, and Xiaomi's wireless headsets have become one of the most popular solutions on the market due to their excellent price-performance ratio. However, immediately after being removed from the box, many people face difficulties: the device is not located, the sound is not working correctly or the microphone is not functioning correctly.
The configuration process can vary depending on the model, whether it is a budget Redmi Buds or flagship Mi True Wireless Earphones. It is important to understand that standard pairing via Bluetooth is only the first step, opening up access to the basic functionality. To unlock the full potential, including equalizer tuning and gesture management, a deeper approach is required.
In this article, we will discuss all the steps from activating the mode to using specialized software, you will learn how to eliminate the audio delay when watching a video and what to do if one of the headphones stopped playing audio. The correct setting will ensure comfortable listening to music and clean voice during calls.
Primary activation and pairing mode
The first thing you need to do before you try to connect is to activate the search mode on the headphones themselves, TWS-True Wireless Stereo requires a forced transition to visibility when first used or after resetting, usually removing both earbuds from the charge case and holding the touch zone or physical button on the case for a period of time. 3-5 seconds.
LEDs will tell you the status of the device: flashing white or blue light means that the gadget is ready to connect. If the indicator is red, then the battery is discharged and connection is impossible before charging. Some models, such as Xiaomi FlipBuds, automatically go into pairing mode when the case cover is first opened, if they have not previously connected to anything.
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to plug the headphones while they're inside the charging case. In most models, contacts inside the case close the circuit, putting the device in charge mode and locking the Bluetooth module.
Once you activate the search mode, open your Bluetooth settings on your smartphone. Android or iOS will start scanning the ether. The list of available devices should show the name of your model, for example, Redmi Buds 3 Pro. Clicking on the name initiates the pairing process, after which the status will appear the inscription "Connected".
Using the Xiaomi Earbuds app for advanced customization
Standard Bluetooth settings limit control. To work properly, you need to install the official Xiaomi Earbuds app (formerly known as Mi Earbuds), which allows you to calibrate sound, update firmware and adjust touch controls. You can download the app from Google Play or the App Store by typing in a search for a brand name.
Once it's running, it automatically detects the connected headphones. The interface offers a visualization of the battery charge for the left and right channel separately, and for the case itself. It also has a headphone search feature that helps you find the lost device in the room by emitting a loud signal.
What to do if the app does not see the headphones?
In the audio settings section, you can select one of the preset equalizer profiles or create your own. Bass, Vocal, High Frequency modes are available. And there's noise cancellation (ANC) and transparency mode, which allows you to hear the environment without removing the headset.
- 🎧 Gesture control: Assigning actions to single, double or triple touch, as well as to hold your finger on the sensor.
- 🔊 Equalizer setting: Fine frequency adjustment to improve the sound quality of your favorite tracks.
- 🔄 Software Update: Verify and Install the Latest Versions of firmware to Correct Errors and Improve Stability.
- 🎮 Game mode: Low Latency activation for synchronizing audio and video in games.
☑️ Checking the settings in the application
The equalizer is set to your taste
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Setting up touch control and voice assistant
One of the key features of wireless headsets is the ability to control playback and calls without the participation of a smartphone. In the Xiaomi Earbuds application, the "Touch Management" section allows you to flexibly configure the behavior of sensors. By default, track switching and call response are often configured, but these parameters can be changed.
You can set up a Google Assistant, Siri or Xiao AI for long-term retention, which is especially convenient when your hands are busy, and you can also activate noise reduction mode or transparency through the touchpad, which eliminates the need to climb the phone menu.
⚠️ Attention: Sensors may be too sensitive for some users. If the headphones respond to touching hair or clothing, try turning off the Double Touch feature in the app or reducing sensitivity if this option is available for your model.
So for example, you can set the volume on the left, and you can set the tracks on the right, and you can set the volume on the left, and you can set the tracks to switch, and this creates an ergonomic interaction pattern that you quickly get used to.
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To call the voice assistant without touch, say "Hey Google" or "Hi Siri" if the Bluetooth settings enable voice transfer to the headset.
Solving Sound and Lag Problems in Games
Users often complain about the desynchronization of sound and image when watching videos or in games. This is called latency. To combat this, Xiaomi headphones have a special "Game Mode" that reduces the delay of data transmission over Bluetooth, prioritizing the speed of delivery of the audio stream.
You can turn on this mode via the Xiaomi Earbuds app or by specially tapping the sensor (usually triple touch or long hold, depending on the model). In game mode, the codec quality can slightly decrease for the sake of speed, but for dynamic shooters this is a necessary sacrifice.
If the sound is quiet or distorted, check the Bluetooth codec. In the Android developer settings (Developers section), you can force the AAC, SBC or LDAC codec to be selected if your model and smartphone support them. LDAC provides the highest quality, but consumes more power and is less stable over long distances.
| Codec | Sound quality | Stability | Battery consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBC | Basic | Tall. | Low. |
| AAC | Good. | Medium | Medium. |
| LDAC | Hi-Res (Great) | Low (depending on interference) | High-pitched |
| LHDC | High. | Medium | Medium/High |
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For games, always turn on "Game Mode" in the application, and for listening to Lossless music, choose the LDAC codec in the developer settings.
Removing typical faults and resetting settings
Sometimes, the headphones stop syncing with each other, one playing and the other silent, or they are defined as two different devices. In this case, a full reset is required. The procedure varies, but the universal method for most Xiaomi and Redmi models is to place both earphones in the case, leaving the lid open.
Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds. The indicators should blink several times and go out, or change color (for example, from white to red and back).This means that the headset memory is cleared and it is ready for new pairing as a new device.
If the problem is not solved, try Forget the device in the Bluetooth settings of the phone, then restart the smartphone itself. Often the conflict of Bluetooth drivers in the operating system interferes with the correct operation of the periphery. Also make sure that the dynamic headphone grid is clear of earwax, which can block the sound or operation of the proximity sensor.
- 🔋 Different Charge Levels: If one earphone discharges faster, clean the contacts in the case with an alcohol napkin - it may just not charge until the end.
- 📶 Interrupt communication: Make sure there are no thick walls or working microwaves between the phone and the headphones, causing interference in the 2.4 GHz range.
- 📱 Mik troubles: Check in Android privacy settings to see if microphone access is allowed for the app you are using (Zoom, Telegram, Dictaphone).