How to connect to the Xiaomi column: all ways and solutions to problems

Xiaomi speakers are some of the most popular portable audio devices, thanks to their combination of sound quality, compactness and affordable price, but even with these devices, users often have difficulties when first connecting or resetting settings. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways to connect the speakers Xiaomi Mi Portable Speaker, Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker, Xiaomi Mi Mi. AI Speaker and other models – from classic Bluetooth to Wi-Fi connectivity for voice assistant.

We will focus on common errors (for example, when the speaker is not detected by the phone or is permanently disabled) and give specific recommendations for their elimination. If you just bought a device or encountered problems after updating the firmware, here you will find the answers to all questions.

1. Connecting the Xiaomi Column over Bluetooth

The most versatile and common way is to connect via Bluetooth, which works with all Xiaomi speakers (except some smart speakers that require Wi-Fi) and is supported by any smartphone, tablet, laptop, or even TV, and let’s take an Android smartphone and iPhone for example.

First, make sure the speaker is charged (the indicator should flash or burn green) and is in pairing mode. Most Xiaomi models need to:

• 🔊 Hold the power button for 3-5 seconds until you hear the beep and see a flashing blue/white LED.
• 📱 On the phone, enable Bluetooth in settings or through the Quick Access Panel.
• 🔍 In the list of available devices, find the name of your column (for example, Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker or Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker).
• 🔗 Click on the name to pair. The first connection may require a code confirmation (usually 0000 or 1234).

If the column doesn’t appear in the list, try:

• 🔄 Turn off and turn on Bluetooth again on your phone.
• 🔋 Reboot the column (hold the power button for 10 seconds until the indicator goes out).
• 📱 Remove the column from the list of associated devices and reconnect.

Column charged (indicator lights green)

Bluetooth is enabled on both devices

Column in pairing mode (blind flashing)

Distance between devices not more than 10 meters

Power saving mode on the phone is off-->

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) AI Speaker) to activate the pairing mode, you need to hold the Bluetooth button (with the pictogram) 🎵), Not the power button. Check the instructions for your model!

2. Connection to a TV or computer

Xiaomi speakers can be used not only with smartphones, but also with TVs (on Android). TV, Smart TV Or Bluetooth, or PCs on Windows, macOS, or Linux, and it's a little bit different than connecting to a phone, so let's break it down separately.

For Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Mi) TV 4S, Mi TV Q1):

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and Devices → Add the device.
2. Activate the pairing mode on the column (as described in the previous section).
3. Select a column from the list and confirm the connection.
4. In the TV sound settings (Settings) → Sound. → Select your speaker as your primary audio device.

For a Windows computer 10/11:

• 🖥️ Press Win. + I, select Devices → Bluetooth and other devices → Add the device.
• 🔊 Select Bluetooth, then find the column in the list and connect.
• 🎧 After connecting, check that the speaker is selected as the default playback device (right click on the tray sound icon). → Open sound parameters).

Android smartphone

iPhone

Television

Computer/laptop

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If the sound is interrupted or stuttering, try:

• 📶 Reduce the distance between devices (maximum 5-7 meters without obstacles).
• 🔌 Disable other Bluetooth devices (earphones, keyboards) that may interfere.
• 🔄 Update Bluetooth drivers on your computer (via Device Manager).

3. Connect Xiaomi smart speakers via Wi-Fi

Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker and Xiaomi Mi AI Speaker and Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker Pro support Wi-Fi connectivity for XiaoAI (in China) or Google Assistant (in global versions), which allows you to control your smart home, ask questions and stream music over the Internet.

To set up:

1. Download the Mi Home app (official website) and log in.
2. Connect the speaker to the power and wait for the beep.
3. In the app, click + → Add the device → Columns and select your model.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: the application will offer to connect to the temporary Wi-Fi network of the column (the name will be type). Xiaomi_XXXX).
5. Once connected, select your home Wi-Fi network and enter your password.

Xiaomi smart speakers only work with Wi-Fi networks at 2.4 GHz. If your router broadcasts two networks (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), connect to the one in the name of which there is a link "2.4G" or "2G".

⚠️ Warning: If the speaker does not respond to voice commands after connecting to Wi-Fi, check the region in the Mi Home app. For Russia, for Ukraine, or the functionality may be limited.

4. Connection through AUX-cable (3.5 mm)

Not everyone knows, but most Xiaomi speakers (e.g. Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker) 16W) support the connection AUX-This is useful if Bluetooth is not working or you want a more stable connection without sound delays.

You'll need:

• 🎧 Standard. AUX-cable (3.5 mm) - 3.5 mm).
• 📱 Device with a 3.5 mm connector (smartphone, laptop, TV) or adapter (for example, for iPhone without a connector).

How to connect:

1. Turn off the column (if it was turned on).
2. Connect one end of the cable to the connector AUX IN on the column (usually hidden under a rubber plug).
3. The other end is inserted into the audio output of your device.
4. Turn on the column - it will automatically switch to mode AUX (indicator may burn orange).
5. On a source device (such as a smartphone), select sound playback through wired headphones.

Advantages AUX-connection:

• ⚡ No audio delay (relevant for watching video).
• 🔋 Does not discharge the battery of the column (power comes from the source device).
• 🎵 More stable sound quality without interference.

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If the sound is too quiet when connected through AUX, Check the volume on both devices. On some smartphones (such as Xiaomi Redmi), when you connect the cable, the volume automatically drops to 50% - manually increase it.

5. Connecting two Xiaomi speakers to stereo pair

Many Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker) 16W Mi Smart Speaker supports the function TWS (True Wireless Stereo, which allows two speakers to be combined into a stereo system, creates a surround sound effect where one speaker plays the left channel and the other the right channel.

How to set up:

1. Turn on both speakers and activate Bluetooth mode.
2. Connect the first column to the phone (as described in section 1).
3. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the second column for 5 seconds until you hear an audible beep (usually two short beeps).
4. On the first column, press the Bluetooth button once – the devices must sync (the indicators will start flashing synchronously).
5. In the Bluetooth settings of the phone, you will see one device marked Stereo or TWS.

If the columns are not in sync:

• 🔄 Reboot both columns (hold the power button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Remove them from the list of connected devices on your phone and reconnect.
• 🔋 Make sure that both columns are charged at more than 30%.

6. Solving Connection Problems

Even after you set up your Xiaomi speakers correctly, they may not work properly, and we'll look at some of the most common errors and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The column does not turn on or respond to buttons.

• 🔋 Check the charge: connect to the charger for 30 minutes (even if the indicator is not on).
• 🔌 Try another cable or power supply.
• 🔄 Reset: Hold the power button for 15 seconds until the indicator flashes red.

Problem 2: The column is connected, but the sound is interrupted.

• 📶 Reduce the distance to the source device.
• 🔊 Disable other Bluetooth devices within a 10-meter radius.
• 📱 On Android: Enable High Sound Quality Mode in Bluetooth Settings (if available).

Problem 3: The column is not defined by the phone.

• 🔄 Reboot the speaker and phone.
• 🗑️ Remove the column from the list of associated devices and try to connect again.
• 📱 On Android: Clear the Bluetooth cache (Settings) → Annexes → Show it all. → Bluetooth → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

Problem 4: The smart speaker doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi.

• 📶 Make sure the router is running at 2.4GHz.
• 🔒 Make sure that there are no Cyrillic characters or spaces in the password.
• 📱 Reinstall the Mi Home app and reset the settings.

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If the Xiaomi speaker is not connecting to the iPhone, try disabling Low Bluetooth power in iOS settings (Settings) → Bluetooth → Information (i) next to the column → Turn off low power consumption).

7. Additional functions and settings

Xiaomi speakers offer not only basic audio playback, but also a number of additional features that can be customized through apps or button combinations.

Parti mode (for models with TWS):

• 🎉 Allows you to connect up to 100 speakers at a time for synchronous music playback.
• 🔊 Activated by double pressing the Bluetooth button on the main column.

Voice assistant:

• 🗣️ On smart speakers (Mi Smart Speaker) is activated by the command OK, Google or Hey, XiaoAI (depending on the region).
• 📋 Use the Google Home or Mi Home app to set up voice commands.

Equator:

• 🎛️ In some models (for example, Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker) 16W) There are built-in sound modes (Bases, Classics, Voice).
• 🔊 Switch to a short press of the Mode button (if any).

Automatic shutdown:

• ⏱️ The column shuts down after 10 minutes without activity to save charge.
• 🔋 To disable this feature, connect the column to the charge while listening.

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If you use a speaker on the street often, turn on the Priority Sound Quality (on Android) option in your Bluetooth phone settings, which will reduce latency but increase battery consumption slightly.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi speakers