Xiaomi’s wireless headphones have been a hit thanks to their affordable price and decent sound quality, but the process of their initial synchronization often raises questions for beginners. If you just unpacked the Xiaomi Airdots 2, you may feel that the device is not working correctly, since the right earphone does not play music or appear in the Bluetooth list.
In fact, most of the problems lie in the nuances of primary pairing, when the left and right channels did not combine into a single stereo pair before connecting to a smartphone. In this article, we will discuss in detail how to properly activate pairing mode, set up the device on Android and iOS, and what to do if the gadget stopped responding to commands.
Following the exact sequence of actions will help avoid common mistakes, such as desynchronization of sound or inability to control volume. Let's move on to a detailed description of the process, which will take you no more than a few minutes.
Preparation of headphones for the first turn on
Before you try to find a device in your phone's settings, you need to make sure that the headphones themselves are fully charged and ready to go. Often users ignore this step, and then wonder why. TWS-The charge case has a built-in battery that needs to be recharged via the Micro-USB port located on the bottom edge.
When the headphones inside the case light up red and then go out (or light up white, depending on the firmware version), you can start activating. It's important to remove both headphones from the case simultaneously or sequentially, but be sure to wait for the moment when they start flashing.
This is when the primary synchronization between the left and right modules occurs, and if you plug in the phone too early, the smartphone may see two separate devices or just one channel, resulting in a monophonic sound.
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Before first use, wipe the contacts on the headphones and inside the case with dry cloth to ensure tight contact and proper charging.
Step-by-step instructions for connecting to Android
The Android operating system provides ample options for managing Bluetooth devices, but the search process may vary depending on the OS version and the manufacturer’s shell. First, make sure the wireless module is activated in the notification curtain or through the Settings menu → Connections → Bluetooth.
After removing the Xiaomi Airdots 2 from the case, the indicators should start flashing quickly in white, signaling a search mode. If the blinking is slow or only on one earphone, put them back in the case, close the lid and repeat the extraction procedure.
The list of available devices on the smartphone screen should appear Mi True Wireless EBs Basic or Airdots 2. Click on it to start the mating procedure. Successful connection will be confirmed by a voice message "Connected" and changing the color of the indicator to a constant or rare blink.
☑️ Checking Android Connectivity
It's worth noting that some firmware versions may require proof of pairing through a code pop-up, although this is rare for this model. If the phone says "failed to connect," try removing the device from the saved list and start searching again.
Setting up a connection with iPhone and iOS
Apple device owners can also successfully use this headset, although the configuration interface will look different.The process begins similarly: you need to activate the detection mode on the headphones, removing them from the charging case.
Open Bluetooth settings on your iPhone or iPad. Unlike the original AirPods, there won't be an automatic pop-up with animation, so you'll have to search manually. Find Airdots 2 on the list and tap by name.
⚠️ Note: Some specific features may not work on iOS, such as showing the exact percentage of charge of each headphone separately in widgets, as this is a proprietary feature of the Apple ecosystem. Once the connection is successful, the system will remember the device, and the connection will automatically occur when the case cover is opened, if the headphones have been previously paired, which provides ease of use in everyday life without the need for constant manual adjustment. One of the most common problems that users face is a situation where the sound comes from only one headphone, or the left and right channels play different tracks. This means that the stereo has broken down and each module is operating independently. First, remove the device from the Bluetooth list on the phone by selecting the "Forget this device" or "Unpair it." Then turn off Bluetooth on the smartphone so it doesn't try to automatically reconnect during setup. Put both headphones in the case and remove them. Quickly press and hold the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 5-7 seconds until the indicators flash red several times. This is a signal that the reset is successful. Why does desynchronization occur? Rassinchronization often happens if one on the headphone is switched off, while the other phone is completely re-setted, and the other phone is reset is resetted, and the other one is reset is reset is reset is resetting, and the other phone can be reset again, after the Bluetooth is reset is reset is reset is reset is reset, and the other phone is reset is reset is reset. Now the headphones must pair together before they connect to the phone, which will provide the correct stereo picture. The table of indicators and their values Understanding the color indication helps diagnose the state of the device without connecting to the phone. Different blinking modes tell the user about the current status of the battery, the pairing process or the presence of errors. The color of the indicator Blinking Mode Value White Fast Blinking Mode (search for the device) White Slow Blinking Device is connected and ready to work Red Burning is constantly charging Red Slow Blinking Low battery charge (requirequency required) The coloring behavior is noticed by the device. For example, if the indicator is red, although the earphone is not in the case, this is a clear sign of a critical discharge. 📊 Yes, constantly: It was a couple of times: No, everything worked perfectly: I don’t know that this is the Management of functions and voice assistant Xiaomi Airdots 2 is carried out through the touch panels located on the outside of the headphones. A single touch usually pauses or plays the track, and a double tap can trigger a voice assistant or switch tracks, depending on the settings. It’s important to understand that the headphones themselves don’t have their own app for deep equalizer tuning across all platforms, so audio management often falls on the shoulders of the phone’s operating system. Activating Google Assistant or Siri usually requires triple tapping or prolonged retention (depending on the firmware version). The volume of the sound is regulated either through the phone buttons or, in some versions, by prolonged sensor retention. If the voice assistant is not responding, check if access to the microphone is allowed in your smartphone's privacy settings. ⚠️ Warning: Do not touch the touchpad with wet or greasy hands, as this can lead to false positives or sensor failure to respond to commands.Frequent questions and answers (FAQ) Why does the phone see two Airdot devices? 2? This means that the headphones are not synced with each other.You need to remove both devices from the Bluetooth list, put the headphones in the case, then remove them and reset (hold the sensors). 5-7 You can do the search again, and then you can do it again. Can you use just one headphone? Yes, Xiaomi Airdots. 2 Maintain mono-use regime. You can only take the right earpiece out of the case, or the left earpiece, and it will connect to the phone as a separate device. The second earpiece must be in the case or off. How do you know the exact charge of the headphone battery? On Android, the charge level often shows up in the notification curtain or Bluetooth widget after you connect. On iOS, the exact percentage may not be selected, but the approximate level can be estimated from the indicator in the Batteries widget or by voice message when you turn it on (if supported by firmware). What do you do if the headphones are interrupted or made sure that there is a problem with a thickener, if you can not turn on the device through the dust or if you can update the device, if there is a thickened from the device? 💡Hard Reset solves 90% of problems with connecting and desynchronizing sound in Xiaomi headphones.