How to connect wireless headphones to the phone Xiaomi Mi: instructions for all models

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life – they are convenient for sports, work and listening to music without tangled wires. Owners of Xiaomi Mi smartphones (including the Mi 11 series, Mi 10, Mi 9 and earlier models) often face questions: how to connect headphones using Bluetooth, what to do if the device is not located, and how to adjust the sound for better quality. This article will help you understand all the nuances from basic pairing to solving common problems.

Connecting wireless headphones to Xiaomi Mi usually takes less than a minute, but sometimes users face difficulties: headphones are not defined, sound is interrupted or communication quality is poor. We will consider not only the standard procedure, but also the hidden settings of MIUI that will help optimize the performance of accessories. And if you use Xiaomi headphones (for example, Mi True Wireless Earbuds or Redmi Buds), you will learn about additional features that are available only for the brand ecosystem.

1. Preparation of headphones and phone for connection

Before pairing, make sure both devices are ready to go. For Xiaomi Mi, it is important to check the MIUI version - older firmware (below MIUI 12) may lack some features, such as support for aptX or LDAC codecs. Update the system through Settings → About Phone → System Update if necessary.

As for the headphones:

• 🔋 Make sure they are charged (the indicator should flash or burn green/white).
• 📱 Turn them off if they have been connected to another device before (hold the power button 3-5 seconds).
• 🔄 Put it in pairing mode: for most models, you need to hold the power button for 5-10 seconds until the indicator starts flashing blue-red (AirDots has double pressing).

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If Xiaomi headphones don’t go into pairing mode, reset them to factory settings: hold both touch panels (or button) for 15 seconds until the indicator flashes red 3 times.

On the Xiaomi Mi phone, turn on Bluetooth one way:

• 📲 Through the notification bar: Swipe down from the top edge of the screen and click on the Bluetooth icon.
• ⚙️ Through Settings: Settings → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth.

2. Standard Bluetooth connection

The connection algorithm is the same for most wireless headphones, including Xiaomi, Sony, JBL and other brands.

1. Activate Device Search: In the Bluetooth menu, click Add Device (or Device Search).
2. Select headphones: Your model name (e.g. Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2) will appear in the list of devices you find.
3. Confirm pairing: If necessary, compare the codes on the phone screen and in the instructions for the headphones (usually 0000 or 1234).

Once you've successfully connected, the headphones will be marked Connected, and the notification panel will have a Bluetooth icon, so you can play music or answer calls.

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3. Features of Xiaomi headphone connection (Mi/AirDots/Redmi Buds)

Xiaomi’s headphones have additional features when connecting to the brand’s smartphones, such as Mi True Wireless Earbuds, which support:

• 🎧 Low-frequency mode (for games) – reduces the latency of sound to 88 ms.
• 🔊 Dual connection – can be connected to a phone and laptop at the same time.
• 📱 Fast reconnection – headphones automatically connect to the latest device when removed from the case.

To activate these functions:

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open the Mi AI app or Settings → Bluetooth.
3. Click on the gear icon next to the headphones' name.
4. Enable the options Low Latency and Double Connection (if supported).

4. Solving Connection Problems

If the headphones don’t connect to the Xiaomi Mi, check out the following points:

Critical error: If Xiaomi AirDots headphones only connect one by one, reset them. To do this, put both headphones in the case, hold the button on the case for 20 seconds until the indicator flashes red. Then repeat the pairing.

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5. Sound optimization and delay reduction

To improve the sound quality in Xiaomi Mi available hidden settings:

• 🎵 Equator: Settings → Sound. → Equator. Choose Bass' preset or Rock for rich sound.
• 🔊 Bluetooth Codec: in Developer Mode (Settings) → Additionally. → For developers → Bluetooth codec select aptX (for high quality) or SBC (stability).
• 🎮 Low latency mode: relevant for gaming. Included in headphone settings (if supported).

If the sound delay is critical (such as in shooters or when watching videos), try:

1. Disable all background apps that use sound (e.g. YouTube Music in the background).
2. Switch to SBC codec – it is less demanding on resources.
3. Use headphones with support for aptX Low Latency (for example, Sony WH-1000XM4).

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For minimal gaming delay, use Qualcomm QCC3040 headphones (like Redmi Buds 3 Pro) and aptX LL codec.

6. Connection to multiple devices (multipoint)

Some headphone models (e.g. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds 3 or Sony WF-1000XM4) support simultaneous connection to two devices.To customize this to Xiaomi Mi:

1. Connect the headphones to the first device (phone).
2. Activate multipoint mode on the headphones (usually double tap on the touch panel).
3. On a second device (like a laptop), turn on Bluetooth and find the headphones in the list.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Limitations:

• ⚠️ Music will only be played from one device at a time.
• ⚠️ Calls will always be redirected to the phone (if connected).
• ⚠️ Not all Xiaomi Mi models support multipoint – check your model’s specifications.

7. reset Bluetooth settings on Xiaomi Mi

If the headphones are plugged in with errors or the phone doesn’t see devices that used to work normally, reset your Bluetooth settings:

1. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Clear the cache.
3. Remove all saved devices from the list (click on the gear next to each and select Forget).
4. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Warning: After reset, you'll have to reconnect all Bluetooth devices, including smartwatches, speakers, and fitness bracelets.

If the reset didn't help, check:

• 📱 Update. MIUI last-minute.
• 🔧 Reset the headphones to factory settings (the instruction is usually in the user manual).
• 🛠️ Contact the service center if the problem is hardware (for example, the faulty Bluetooth module in the phone).

8. Alternative ways to connect (if Bluetooth does not work)

If Bluetooth on Xiaomi Mi refuses to work at all, you can use alternative methods:

• 🎵 Bluetooth 5.0 Adapter: Connects to the phone USB-C It replaces the built-in module, suitable for models with a 3.5 mm connector (e.g. Mi). A3).
• 🔌 Jack 3.5mm adapter: if headphones support wired connectivity (e.g. Sony) WH-CH710N), Use an adapter USB-C → 3.5 mm.
• 📶 Wi-Fi audio applications such as SoundWire or AudioRelay (requires a connection to the same network).

⚠️ Attention: adapters and adapters can delay up to 200-300 milliseconds, which is critical for gaming.

If you are using Xiaomi Mi with a 3.5mm connector (like the Mi 10 Lite), check the audio settings:

1. Connect the headphones through the adapter.
2. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound quality.
3. Choose High Quality (Hi-Fi) for better sound.

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