Connecting wireless headphones to Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus via Bluetooth: full instruction

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life – they are convenient for listening to music, talking on the phone and even watching videos without unnecessary wires. Owners of the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus (released in 2018) often face questions about how to connect correctly. TWS-headphones or a classic Bluetooth headset for your smartphone, and although it's not new, its wireless capabilities are still relevant.

In this article, you will find not only basic pairing instructions, but also solutions to typical problems, from lack of sound to constant connection breaks. We took into account the features of MIUI (even on older versions of firmware) and the specifics of working with Redmi 5 Plus with different types of headphones, from budget Redmi AirDots to premium Sony WH-1000XM4. If you are experiencing Bluetooth technology for the first time or just want to optimize settings, this guide is for you.

1. Preparation of headphones and phone for connection

Before you start pairing, make sure both devices are ready to connect. For the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus, this is especially important, since the model runs on Bluetooth 4.2 — not the most modern standard, but quite enough for most headphones.

• 🔋 Charge headphones: Make sure the headphones have a charge level of at least 30%.Discharged devices may not enter pairing mode or shut down during connection.
• 📱 Update the firmware: Check the relevance of the version MIUI To get to Redmi 5 Plus, go to Settings. → The phone. → System Update: Older versions of software may contain Bluetooth bugs.
• 🔍 Check Compatibility: Make sure your headphones support profiles A2DP (for music, and HSP/HFP (Most modern models are compatible, but some budget options may not work properly.

If you're plugging in. TWS-Headphones (e.g. Redmi Buds or Haylou) GT1), Take them out of the case -- they usually automatically go into pairing mode when you first turn them on.>) You may need to hold the power button for 5-7 seconds until the light flashes blue and red.

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If the headphones have already been connected to another device, reset them. This usually requires holding the power button for 10-15 seconds before changing the color of the indicator (for example, from blue to red).

2. Step-by-step connection instruction

Now, let's get to the interface process itself. The instructions are universal for most wireless headphones, but we took into account the nuances of working with Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus:

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone: Open Settings → Bluetooth and move the slider to the “On” position. Alternatively, you can swipe down the notification bar and click on the Bluetooth icon.
2. Put the headphones in pairing mode: For TWS-Headphones: take them out of the case and wait for the flashing of the indicators (usually white / blue). For mono headsets: hold the power button until the indicator flashes quickly (colors depend on the model).

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Once paired successfully, the device list will show “Connected” next to the headphone name, so you can listen to music or answer calls through the headphones. Note that if the headphones support multipoint, you need to manually activate this in the Redmi 5 Plus settings.

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3. Customize Bluetooth sound and profiles

By default, the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus connects headphones in A2DP mode (for music), but sometimes you need to manually switch the profile for calls or improve sound quality.

• 🎵 Sound quality: Go to Settings → Sound. → Bluetooth audio quality. Choose. SBC (standard AAC (Best for music if the headphones support).
• 📞 Profile for calls: If the headphones do not transmit the voice of the interlocutor, check that the profile is activated HFP. To do this, during the call, click on the headphone icon in the notification panel and select "Use for calls».
• 🔊 Volume: Adjust the volume level separately for the headphones and phone. Some headphones (such as Sony) have their own adjustment buttons.

Important for Redmi 5 Plus: If the sound is interrupted or distorted after you connect, try turning off the Absolute Volume feature in the developer. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to activate Developer Mode), then to Settings → Additional → For Developers → Turn off Absolute Volume.

4. Solving typical connection problems

Even after successful pairing, Redmi 5 Plus users may experience problems, and consider the most common and ways to fix them:

⚠️ Note: If the headphones are connected but the sound is coming through the phone’s speaker, check the audio output settings in the app that plays the audio (for example, YouTube or Spotify may select another output device).

• 🔌 Headphones are not: Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on). Make sure the headphones are paired (indicator flashes). Try connecting the headphones to another device - if they don't work, the problem is they're in the headphones.
• 🔊 The sound is interrupted or distorted: Disable other Bluetooth devices connected to the phone. Reduce the distance between the phone and the headphones (maximum 10 meters without obstacles). In the developer settings, turn off "Absolute Volume" (see section above).
• 📱 Phone doesn't remember headphones: Remove the device from the Bluetooth list and reconnect. Reset the network settings on the phone: Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.

If the problem persists, try resetting your network settings to Redmi 5 Plus (see paragraph above).This will delete all stored Bluetooth devices and network connections, but often helps with system failures. Also check if any application (such as battery managers or antiviruses) is blocking the connection.

5. Optimizing Bluetooth to save power

Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus does not have a large battery capacity (4000 mAh), and constant use of Bluetooth can reduce battery life. Here are some tips on how to reduce battery consumption without losing functionality:

• 🔋 Turn off Bluetooth when not in use: Even in standby mode, the module consumes power. Use the notification panel to quickly turn off.
• 📵 Limit background activity: Go to Settings → Annexes → Permits → Autostart and disable autorun for apps that use Bluetooth (e.g. fitness trackers).
• 🔄 Use the codec. SBC instead AAC: Thought AAC It gives you better sound quality, it requires more power. → Sound. → Bluetooth Audio Quality.
• 🛠️ Update the headphone firmware: Some models (like Redmi AirDots 2) get updates through the Mi Home app that optimize power consumption.

It’s also worth noting that the Bluetooth 4.2 version of the Redmi 5 Plus is less energy efficient than Bluetooth 5.0 in newer models.If autonomy is critical, consider using wired headphones via a USB-C → 3.5mm adapter (like the original one from Xiaomi).

6. Connecting specific headphone models

Some headphones require a special approach when connecting to the Redmi 5 Plus.

• 🎧 Xiaomi Redmi AirDots (and their clones): When you first connect, take both earbuds out of the case - they must sync with each other (the indicators will flash alternately). If one earbud doesn't work, put both back in the case, then pull out and reconnect.
• 🎧 Apple AirPods: Press and hold the button on the back of the case until the indicator starts flashing white.Redmi 5 Plus may not display AirPods charge level - this is normal for Android.
• 🎧 Sony WH-1000XM3/XM4: To activate the pairing mode, hold the power button and the Custom button at the same time. 7 Sony Headphones Connect may not have some features (e.g. adaptive noise reduction) on older versions. MIUI.

If you use active noise cancellation (ANC) headphones, consider that the Redmi 5 Plus may not support some codecs (such as LDAC or aptX).In this case, the sound will be played through a standard SBC, which will reduce the quality, but not critical for most users.

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For headphones with a microphone (such as the Jabra Elite) on the Redmi 5 Plus, you may need to manually select an HFP profile in Bluetooth settings, otherwise the microphone will not work during calls.

7. Alternative ways of connecting

If a standard Bluetooth connection is unstable, consider alternatives:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → 3.5 mm: Suitable for wired headphones with a 3.5 mm connector. the original adapter from Xiaomi costs about 500-700 rubles and supports digital sound.
• 📡 FM-transmitter: Connects to the connector USB-C and transmit the sound FM-frequency that can be caught on headphones with FM-The sound quality is worse than Bluetooth, but there's no delay.
• 🌐 Low latency apps: Use players that support delay correction to watch videos (e.g, VLC or MX In the player settings, find the option “Sync audio” and select the delay manually (usually 100-300 ms).

For gamers who are facing a delay in sound in games, you can try using the game accelerator mode in MIUI: Settings → Special features → Game accelerator. This will reduce the lags, but will not solve the problem completely - for competitive games, it is better to use wired headphones.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)