How to connect Xiaomi headphones to your phone via Bluetooth

Modern wireless headsets from Xiaomi and its sub-brands like Redmi and QCY have become the benchmark for availability and sound quality. However, the first contact of the device with a new gadget often causes difficulties for users, especially if you have previously used wired models or headphones from other manufacturers. The pairing process can vary depending on the specific model of accessory and version of the operating system of your smartphone.

In this guide, we will detail the algorithm for successful connection, look at the nuances of working with different operating systems and offer solutions for common connection errors. Proper initial configuration ensures stable signal and correct operation of all playback control functions.

Before you start active, make sure that both devices - both the phone and the headset - have sufficient battery power.The low energy level in the headphone battery can lead to them not entering detection mode or the connection will be interrupted immediately after installation.

Preparation of devices for pairing

The first step is always to check the battery charge. the Bluetooth module consumes a significant amount of energy when searching for devices, so a discharged gadget may simply not respond to smartphone requests.If your headphones are in the case, make sure it is also charged, as some models only activate when removed from a fully functional box.

Then you activate the wireless module on the phone itself, and in modern MIUI or HyperOS shells, this is done through a notification curtain or settings menu, and it's important not just to turn on the feature, but also to make sure that the phone is not in flight mode and is not trying to connect to another audio device that was paired at the same time.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone previously had other Bluetooth headsets connected that are now nearby and on, the phone may try to automatically connect to them, ignoring the new Xiaomi model.

To activate the search mode on your smartphone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and make sure the switch is in the "On" position. The system will start scanning the surrounding space, at which point the phone becomes visible to other devices, which is a prerequisite for starting the synchronization procedure.

Activation of the pairing mode on headphones

The most critical step is to put the headset in visibility mode. Many users make the mistake of simply turning the device on but not starting the mode. Different Xiaomi models have different processes. Classic cervical-rimmed models like the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones need to press the switch on for 5-7 seconds until the indicator flashes blue quickly.

With fully wireless models like AirDots, Redmi Buds or Mi True Wireless Earphones, the procedure is a little more complicated. Usually you need to remove both headphones from the case. If pairing happens for the first time, they often go into search mode automatically. If they were previously associated with another phone, they need to be forced to switch. This often requires a long press (about 5 seconds) on the touch areas of both headphones at the same time or using a physical button on the case itself.

• 🔵 Indicator Blinks: Rapid alternate flashing of red and blue (or only blue) signals connectivity.
• 🔴 Indicator on fire: A constant glow usually means the device is on but not in search mode, or charging is underway.
• ⚪ Indicator not burning: Device turned off or completely discharged.

In the case of Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and later, you often need to open the case lid without removing the headphones and press the pairing button on the case. Only at this point the device becomes visible to external gadgets. If you don't see the headphones on the list, repeat the procedure by holding the button longer.

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If the indicator on the headphones does not light up when you press the buttons, try to wipe the charging contacts on the headphones themselves with an alcohol napkin - oxidation can block the inclusion.

Connection process to Android (MIUI/HyperOS)

Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO are the lucky ones, because the ecosystem offers native support for fast pairing protocols. When you bring an open case with headphones or turn on the headset next to an unlocked phone, a pop-up with a picture of the device and a “Plug” button should appear on the screen.

This works thanks to MIUI Fast Connect technology. If the automatic window does not appear, go to the manual menu. Open Settings → Bluetooth and click "Device Search" or just wait for the list updates. In the "Available devices" section, the name of your model should appear, for example, Mi True Wireless EBs Basic or Redmi Buds 3 Pro.

Click on the device name. The system may request a pairing confirmation or input. PIN-The standard code for most Xiaomi devices is 0000, but often the request for the code does not appear at all. After a successful connection, the status will be marked "Connected" and the battery level of the headphones will appear.

Connection settings on iPhone (iOS)

iPhone users can also easily plug in Xiaomi headphones, though proprietary pop-ups MIUI iOS doesn't work. The process here is completely standard for the protocol. A2DP. Make sure that your iPhone has Bluetooth enabled in the Settings menu → Bluetooth.

Put the headphones in pairing mode according to the instructions for your model (prolonged press of a button or sensors). In the list of "Other devices" on the iPhone screen, the name of the headset will appear. Tap it to begin the procedure.

Once connected, it is recommended to download the Xiaomi Earbuds or Mi Home app from the App Store, which will allow you to update the headphone firmware, which is critical for the stability of the connection on iOS, since Apple often changes the power consumption protocols in new versions of the system.

⚠️ Note: On iOS, noise reduction and equalizer management features may not be available without installing an additional app from Xiaomi, unlike Android, where some settings can be built into the system.

Compatibility table and model features

Different lines of headphones have their own nuances of connection. Below is a summary table that will help you navigate the features of popular models.

Note that for active noise cancellation (ANC) models, the initial setting of operating modes best goes through the Xiaomi Earbuds app. Basic Bluetooth connectivity only provides audio transmission, not noise producer profile management.

Problem Solving: Headphones are not connected

It's not uncommon for a phone to see a device but not connect to it, or even not to see the headset at all, and most often the problem is the cache of the phone's Bluetooth module or the headphones themselves, and the first thing you can do is try to reboot your smartphone, which clears temporary files of system services.

If the phone reboot didn’t work, you need to reset the headphones themselves completely. For most Xiaomi models, this is done by placing the headphones in a case, opening the lid and holding the button on the case for a long time (10-15 seconds) or simultaneously touching the touch areas of the headphones until the indicator flashes red several times.

• 📱 Forget the device: In the Bluetooth phone settings, find your headset, click on the gear icon or "i" and select "Forget this device" or "Cancel pairing".
• 🔄 Cleaning the list: Remove all old, unused Bluetooth profiles from your phone’s memory to make room in the pairing table.
• 🔋 Charging: Put the headphones in the case on 15-20 minutes, even if the indicator shows a charge to equalize the voltage in the cells.

Once you reset, repeat the pairing procedure again as if you were using the device for the first time. Make sure that the headphones are as close to the phone as possible, ideally no more than 10-15 centimeters away, while connecting.

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90% of connection problems are solved by completely resetting the headphones to factory settings and removing the device profile from the phone’s memory.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)