Modern wireless headsets require the right initial setup to work smoothly, and Xiaomi models are no exception. Users often face difficulties in pairing for the first time, unaware of the nuances of activating Bluetooth mode or the peculiarities of working touch panels. Proper execution of the sequence of actions ensures instant connection and no audio delays in the future.
The Xiaomi Mi Air 2 connection process is simplified by the support for the fast pairing protocol, but it requires a certain algorithm. If you have just unpacked the device or reset settings, you will have to perform manual activation. In this article, we will discuss all the steps from extracting from the case to fine-tuning through specialized software.
Note that the stability of the connection depends on the battery charge and the absence of interference in the air. Before starting the procedure, make sure that your headphones have sufficient energy level, this will eliminate the situation when the device turns off at the most critical time of setting.
Preparation of headphones and smartphone for pairing
The first step before any manipulation is to check the status of the battery. The case and the headphones themselves should be charged, as in deep discharge mode the wireless module may not work stable or not turn on at all. Put the headset in the charging case for 15-20 minutes if you have not used it for a long time.
Next, you need to prepare your smartphone. Make sure that the Bluetooth module is activated in the system settings. To do this, lower the notification curtain and click on the appropriate icon or go to the phone settings menu. It is important that the smartphone screen is unlocked, since some Android security systems block the search for new devices on the locked screen.
⚠️ Note: If your headphones have previously been paired with another phone, they may automatically try to connect to it.To successfully connect to a new gadget, you must first disable Bluetooth on the old device or forget the device in its settings.
It is also worth checking the version of your phone’s operating system. To properly work all the functions, including displaying battery power in real time, it is recommended to use current versions of Android or iOS. Outdated software may not support new audio codecs, which will affect the quality of audio.
Step-by-step instructions for connecting to Android
Owners of Android smartphones, especially Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices, have the advantage of native support for fast pairing protocol. Open the charge case cover first, but don't remove the headphones themselves. They must stay inside to activate the search mode.
Once the lid is opened, a pop-up window with the headset image and the Connect button should appear on your smartphone screen. This works thanks to a technology similar to Google Fast Pair. If the window does not appear automatically, go to Settings → Bluetooth and start searching for new devices manually.
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In the list of available devices, find Xiaomi Air 2 or Mi True Wireless EBs Basic. Click on the name to initiate the connection. The system can request a confirmation of pairing - agree with it. Once you successfully connect, you will hear a characteristic beep in the headphones, and the indicator on the case will go out or change color.
If the automatic window doesn't show up, you may have an aggressive power saving system or an outdated firmware installed, so manually searching through the Bluetooth system menu is the only correct solution, taking no more than 10-15 seconds with a stable signal.
Connection with iPhone and iOS devices
While the Xiaomi Mi Air 2 is designed with the Android ecosystem in mind, it works well with Apple products, too. However, the instant pop-up feature on the iPhone doesn’t work because it’s proprietary for Xiaomi devices.
Remove the headphones from the case and press the touchpads on both modules simultaneously. Hold them for about 5-7 seconds until the indicators start flashing white. This will put the headset in visibility mode for all surrounding devices. Now on iPhone go to Settings → Bluetooth.
Xiaomi Air 2 will appear in the Other Devices list. Click on it to connect. Once paired, the iPhone will remember the device and connect to it automatically when removed from the case in the future. iPhone owners will need a third-party app to fully manage the functionality.
⚠️ Note: When connecting to iOS, some features, such as automatic ear extraction or equalizer change, may not be available without installing additional intermediary apps.
It’s worth noting that the audio quality when connected to an iPhone will be high, but the AAC codec may work differently than on Android devices, a normal situation due to differences in the implementation of the Bluetooth stack on different operating systems.
Configure with the Xiao Earbuds app
To unlock the full potential of the headset, it is highly recommended to install a dedicated Xiao Earbuds app (or Mi True Wireless EBs for older versions), which allows you to update the firmware of the headphones, which often fixes connection bugs and improves the stability of the microphone.
Once you install the app and grant the permissions you need, open it. It will automatically detect the connected headphones. In the main menu, you will see the current charge of each headphone and case, as well as the firmware version. If an update is available, the system will prompt you to install it - do not interrupt this process.
Inside the app, you can set up your touchpad management settings, you can reassign actions like double-touch, triple-touch, long-term retention, for example, you can set up a call to the Google Assistant or Siri voice assistant, or you can switch tracks, and you can also activate low-latency mode for games.
Why update the firmware?
Remember that the application requires an active Internet connection at the time of checking the updates. Once you have set all the settings, the application can be closed, it does not require a constant background start for the basic work of the headphones.
Table of indicators and their significance
Understanding the LED light signals helps diagnose the condition of the device without connecting to the phone. Different blinking modes report charging status, pairing mode or errors.
Below is a transcript of the main light signals that you can observe on the case or the headphones themselves during operation.
| Status of the indicator | Colour | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| It's burning all the time. | White | Headphones fully charged |
| Migayette | White | Interconnection mode (device search) |
| It's burning all the time. | Orange | Charging is in progress. |
| Migayette | Red. | Low battery charge level |
| Migayette | Green. | Successful connection to the device |
Pay attention to the color of the indicator when you put the headphones in the case. If it lights up in orange, then the contact is there and charging is going. If the indicator does not light up, wipe the metal contacts on the headphones and inside the case with dry cloth.
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Wipe headphone contacts with a dry wipe once a week – oxidation of contacts is a common reason that headphones stop charging in the case.
Common problems and their solution
Even if all the instructions are followed, there can be technical difficulties, and most often, users are faced with a situation where the phone sees the headphones, but does not connect, or only one module is connected, this is solved by the reset procedure.
To reset the settings, place both earbuds in the case and make sure they're charged. Open the lid and tap the touchpads of both headphones at the same time. Hold them for about 20 seconds until the indicators flash orange a few times. After that, the headphones will return to factory settings.
Another common problem is to de-synchronize the left and right channels. If the sound comes from only one headphone, try removing the device from the Bluetooth list on the phone ("Forget the device"), putting the headphones in the case, closing the lid, waiting 10 seconds and repeat the pairing procedure again.
⚠️ Note: When you reset your headphone settings, all previously saved pairs will be deleted. You will have to re-pair with all devices you previously used the headset with.
If connectivity problems persist after reset, check to see if the list of paired devices on your smartphone is full.Some phones have a limit on the number of Bluetooth gadgets saved.Removing old and unnecessary devices often solves the problem.
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Hard Reset solves 90% of the program errors of connection and channel desynchronization.