Users of wireless headphones often face situations when the device stops responding to standard connection actions, this can occur after updating the smartphone operating system, changing the gadget or simply failing in the software of the Xiaomi Redmi AirDots themselves. Understanding the physics of the pairing process helps to quickly resolve problems without contacting the service center.
The challenge is that the left and right headphones must first sync with each other, and then become visible to your phone. If you try to connect them as two separate devices, stereo will not work. In this article, we will discuss all the nuances of proper initialization of the headset.
The key is to get into pairing mode correctly, which is activated by prolonged retention of touch zones. It's important to remember that retention time can vary depending on the version of the headphone firmware. Let's look at a detailed algorithm of actions that ensures a successful connection.
Preparation of headphones for the first turn on
Before you start any manipulation with Bluetooth, you need to make sure that the headset battery is charged at least 20-30%. A discharged battery may not give enough voltage to operate the Bluetooth module, which will make the device invisible to search. Put both headphones in a charging case and wait 15-20 minutes if the indicators are burning red.
Take both earbuds out of the case at the same time, and they should automatically turn on, as indicated by the flashing indicator, and if that doesn't happen, check for protective films on the charging contacts inside the case, a common mistake of new owners.
Now you need to activate the search mode.
- 📱 Press and hold the touch zones on both headphones simultaneously. 5-7 seconds.
- 🔴 Wait until the indicators light up red (this is a signal to enter mating mode).
- 🔵 Release the buttons and wait until the indicators start flashing white frequently.
⚠️ Note: If you hold the buttons for too long (more than that) 10-15 Seconds, headphones can go into the mode of reset (Factory Reset), which signals red flashing 5 In this case, the procedure for entering the pairing mode will have to be repeated.
After successfully entering search mode, Redmi AirDots headphones are ready to connect. Now, let's move on to your mobile device or computer settings. Take your time, as the response speed of Bluetooth modules may vary.
Matching with Android devices
Android has the widest range of Bluetooth settings, allowing you to flexibly manage connected devices. To start, open the standard settings menu and find the Bluetooth section. Make sure the slider is activated and lit in green or blue.
Click Find Devices or Add a new device. The name Xiaomi Redmi AirDots should appear in the list of available gadgets (sometimes it can appear simply as AirDots or AirDots). MI True Wireless EBAS Basic_RR). Click on this name to start pairing.
If the system requests confirmation of the access code, type 0000 or just click "Confirm." The process of installing the drivers will take a few seconds. Once successfully connected, you will hear a voice message "Connected" in the headphones themselves.
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In some cases, especially on older versions of Android, you may need to manually access contacts and call logs, which is necessary to operate the microphone and identify the name of the person you're talking to, and without that permission, the headphones will only work as a headset for music.
Configure the connection on the iPhone (iOS)
Apple owners appreciate connection stability, but Xiaomi’s initial setup process can have its own peculiarities. Unlike AirPods, there is no instant animation, so all actions are performed through a standard menu.
Go to Settings → Bluetooth. Make sure the Bluetooth switch is active. iPhone starts scanning the airspace automatically as soon as you open this menu. Find your headphones in the Other Devices list.
Tap the headset name. iOS can request permission to pair — tap Hide. Once the procedure is complete, the Connected status will appear next to the device name, and the status bar (top of the screen) will display the battery level of the headphones.
| Action. | Reaction of the indicator | Voice accompaniment |
|---|---|---|
| Entering the interface mode | Frequent white flashing | Absent. |
| Successful connection | The indicator goes out | "Connected" |
| Disconnection from the device | Slow white flashing | "Disconnected" |
| Low battery charge | Red flashing (1 time per min) | "Battery low" |
Note that iOS strictly controls access to the microphone. If there is sound after connecting, but the microphone does not work, check the privacy settings in the Privacy → Microphone section and make sure that access is allowed for system services.
Working with Windows and macOS
Using wireless headphones with a computer makes them a great headset for video conferencing. In Windows 10 and 11, the process is as follows: press Start → Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
Activate Bluetooth if it's turned off, and press the big Add Bluetooth button or another device. In the window that appears, select the first item, Bluetooth (for mice, keyboards, feathers, or audio devices), and the computer will start searching.
When Redmi AirDots appears in the list, click on them.The system may warn that the device may not work correctly - ignore this, as this is the standard warning for third-party drivers.
What if Windows can’t see the headphones?
On macOS, the algorithm is similar: System settings → Bluetooth. Find the device in the list and click Connect. Mac OS X usually works with a stereo profile without problems, but calls may require switching the audio output profile in the audio settings.
Problem Solving: Headphones are not connected
It's a common situation where one ear is working and the other is silent, or the phone just can't see the headset, and most often the problem is that the left and right channels are out of sync, and the headphones have forgotten each other and work like two mono devices.
To fix this problem, you have to do a full reset, which will bring back the factory settings and make them pair together again.
- 🗑️ Remove the Redmi AirDots entry from the Bluetooth list on your phone ("Forget the device»).
- 📴 Turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone so it doesn’t try to connect in the process.
- 🔄 Put the headphones in the case, then pull out and pinch the sensors on 20-25 second-light.
⚠️ Warning: During reset, the headphones may turn off and on several times. Do not release the buttons until you see the characteristic red flash 5 times, confirming the reset.
Once reset, put your headphones back in the case and close it. Open the lid, pull out both earbuds and wait for them to find each other themselves (the indicators will blink slowly), only after that, turn on Bluetooth on your phone and look for the device again.
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If one earphone is discharged more than the other, synchronization may not occur. Put both earbuds in a case to charge for at least 30 minutes before performing the reset.
Another cause of problems can be static interference or crowded memory of the phone's Bluetooth module. Try rebooting the smartphone - this clears the Bluetooth stack cache and often solves the problem of "invisibility" of devices.
Management and additional functions
Once connected successfully, it’s important to learn how to manage the headset properly. Touch control in Xiaomi Redmi AirDots is implemented through tapping and holding, which allows you to control music and calls without removing the phone from your pocket.
A single touch of any headphone pauses music or resumes playback. Double touching the right earphone usually activates the voice assistant (Google Assistant or Siri), and the left one switches tracks (depending on the firmware version).
Triple tapping of the left earphone is often used to call the last dialed number or return to the previous track.Touch zone retention for 2-3 seconds in most models calls for a voice assistant, but in some versions of firmware this can switch the language pack.
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The key to control is that if the standard commands don't work, try changing the rhythm of the presses. Sensors respond to the touch, and with gloves or wet fingers, the feeling can decrease.
For more subtle customization, such as changing the order of action or checking the exact charge level of each headphone separately, it is recommended to download the third-party application Xiaomi Earbuds or Mi True Wireless EBs Basic from the Google Play Market.