How to tune different tunes to different ones SIM-maps in the Xiaomi phone: step-by-step instructions with nuances

Two. SIM-It's convenient, but easy to get confused when both phones ring the same, especially if one is for work and the other is for personal calls. SIM-maps to know who the caller is calling, but not all users know where the caller is hiding. MIUI, and are often limited to standard settings.

In this article, we will discuss how to properly configure individual ringtones for each SIM-cards on any Xiaomi smartphone (including Redmi, Poco, Black Shark), given the firmware versions from the MIUI 12 to MIUI 14.Also consider the typical errors that cause the settings to not apply, and give tips on choosing tunes so that they do not overlap each other during the simultaneous call.

Why Standard Settings Don't Work: Common Problems

Many users are faced with the fact that after assigning different tunes to the SIM-The smartphone still plays the same card. The reasons may be different:

• 🔄 Resetting the sound settings after the update MIUI — The system resets individual ringtones to standard.
• 📱 Model limitations: on some budget Redmis (e.g. Redmi) 9A) function is not available due to simplified firmware.
• 🔊 Conflict with apps like Truecaller or Google Phone that intercept call management.
• 📵 Wrong choice. SIM-Default cards for calls in network settings.

Before you start setting up, make sure that:

1. The smartphone has the current version of MIUI (check in Settings → About the phone).
2. You do not use third-party apps to make calls (they may block system settings).
3. Both SIM-Cards are active and correctly defined by the system (check in Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks).

Step-by-step: how to assign different tunes to SIM-map

The customization process is the same for most Xiaomi models, but may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI.

1. Open Settings and go to the Sound and Vibration section.
2. Select Notification Sound (or Call Melody in older versions).
3. Slip the SIM 1 ringtone and select the ringtone from the list. Repeat for SIM 2.
4. If the desired sound is not in the standard set, click Add and select a file from the phone memory (supported formats.mp3,.m4a,.wav).
5. Save the changes and check by calling each SIM-card from another phone.

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 12T or Poco F4), the path may look different:

Settings → Sound → Call melody → Select SIM- card

Make sure both of you SIM-cards recognized by the system

Check the free space on the phone (for downloading custom tunes)

Disable third-party calling apps (Truecaller, Google Phone)

Update MIUI last-minute-->

Important: If the tunes are reset after rebooting, it's a sign of a failure in the system cache. The solution is to clear the phone app cache in the application settings.

How to add your own tunes: formats, restrictions, tips

Standard ringtones in MIUI are quickly boring, so many users want to set their tunes.

• 🎵 Supported formats:.mp3,.m4a,.wav,.ogg. Optimal bitrate - 128-192 kbit / s.
• ⏱️ Melody length: no more than 30 seconds (long files will be clipped by the system).
• 📂 Location: Files must be in the Ringtones or Notifications folder on the internal drive.
• 🔇 Volume: Check that the melody is not quieter than standard ringtones (use an audio editor to normalize).

To add my tune:

1. Place the audio file in the Internal Storage → Ringtones folder (create it if not).
2. Open Settings → Sound → Call Melody and select Add.
3. Your file will appear in the list – select it for the desired SIM-map.

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If your tune doesn’t appear in the list, reboot your phone or use the file manager to update your media library (in Settings → Memory → Update Media Files).

What to do if settings are not saved or reset

One of the most common problems is that assigned tunes are reset to standard after rebooting or updating.

⚠️ Note: If you use Dual Apps for instant messengers, this may conflict with call settings».

• 🔄 Cache reset: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Phone. → Memory. → Clear the cache.
• 📲 Conflict with MIUI Optimized: In some firmware, system optimization resets settings. The solution is to disable optimization for the Phone application via adb: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.optimization Careful: This Can Affect Performance!
• 🔧 Resetting sound settings: If nothing helps, reset the sound settings to standard in Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting the sound settings.

On models with MIUI 13/14 can also help:

1. Remove updates for the Phone app in Settings → Apps → Phone → Three dots → Remove updates.
2. Disable automatic update of system applications in Settings → About Phone → System Update → Settings → Auto-Update of applications.

Features of setting up on popular Xiaomi models

Despite the general logic of MIUI, some models have nuances.

For Xiaomi 13 Ultra and other flagships with HyperOS (new shell instead of MIUI), the path to settings may be different:

Settings → Personalization → Sounds and vibrations → Call melodies

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In the models with NFC (for example, Xiaomi 13T) Sometimes there is a conflict between contactless payment settings and management. SIM-The solution is to disconnect. NFC tune-up.

Additional chips: vibration, LED, icons for SIM-cards

Besides the melodies, in MIUI You can also set other parameters for easy recognition. SIM-map:

• 📳 Vibration: B Settings → Sound. → Vibration when calling can be assigned unique patterns for each SIM.
• 🔦 LED: On models with an LED indicator (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro) you can specify a different color of blinking for the light. SIM1 and SIM2 In Settings → Notifications → LED indicator.
• 🏷️ Icons SIM-maps: B Settings → SIM-map → The name and icon can be assigned to each SIM Unique name and color label (useful for visual recognition in the contact list).
• 🔔 Quiet schedule mode: Set up automatic sound switching off for work SIM during non-working hours through settings → Don't disturb. → Schedule.

On Xiaomi 12S Ultra and other flagships, the Smart Call feature is available** - the system analyzes who is calling and selects a tune from the Spotify playlist or local library.

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Smart Call.
2. Select the source of the tunes (Spotify or local files).
3. Assign rules for contacts (for example, “For family – calm tunes, for work – loud”).

⚠️ Note: Smart Call uses an additional battery as it requires constant analysis of incoming calls. On budget models (e.g. Redmi) 10A) It's better to turn it off.

Alternative ways: applications for managing calls

If MIUI's system settings don't work, you can use third-party apps.

• 🎛️ Ringo (Play Market) – allows you to assign melodies not only for the purpose of SIM-It supports dynamic volume change, but also for individual contacts.
• 🔔 Zedge – a database of millions of ringtones with the ability to link to SIM1/SIM2. Consumption: Contains advertising.
• 📱 Simpler Caller ID — In addition to the melodies, it shows notifications about the call indicating which SIM He got in.

To set up the application:

1. Download and install one of the applications (e.g. Ringo).
2. Open it and give permissions to access contacts and calls.
3. In the application menu, select Settings SIM-maps and assign melodies.
4. In system settings (Settings → Applications → Default → Phone App), select the installed application instead of the standard one.

Important: Third-party apps may conflict with MIUI, especially after updates, check them regularly and reinstall them if necessary.

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If after installing a third-party application, system melodies stopped working, clean the data of the Phone application in the settings and restart the smartphone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about tune-ups on Xiaomi