Modern wireless headphones from Xiaomi and the sub-brand Redmi have become the standard of quality in the budget and mid-range segment, offering users advanced noise reduction and high-quality sound. However, as practice shows, many owners use only a small part of the capabilities of their devices, limited to basic Bluetooth connection. Deep control setting allows not only personalized interaction with the gadget, but also significantly extend the battery life.
In this article, we will look at all aspects of operation, from decrypting factory gestures to working with specialized software that allows you to access hidden equalizer settings, learn how to reassign the functions of touch panels for maximum comfort and what system codes will help diagnose the state of the battery.
Proper device configuration is the key to stable operation without delays and connection breaks. We will look at the nuances of working with different operating systems, since management on Android and iOS can have its own peculiarities, especially in terms of support for high-resolution codecs.
Basic control and sensory gestures
The primary interaction with the headphones is through touch panels or physical buttons located on the body of each of the earbuds. By default, Xiaomi and Redmi Buds devices have standard touch recognition algorithms that work immediately after extraction from the case. Usually, a single touch is responsible for playback or pause, and a double touch is responsible for switching tracks or activating the voice assistant.
It's important to understand that sensors respond to light taps, not hard taps. Excessive force can shift the earphone in the ear, worsening the tightness and, as a result, the quality of the bass. If you feel that the control is not working correctly, try changing the amplitude of the touch or wipe the touch area from moisture and fat, as this affects the capacitive sensitivity.
Many users are unaware that a sequence of touches can be combined to perform complex actions. For example, in some AirDots models, triple touching the right earphone activates low-latency (Game Mode), which is critical for mobile gamers. The left earphone is often responsible for calling an assistant or switching between noise reduction modes, if this function is supported by a particular model.
⚠️ Warning: Don't adjust control gestures while the headphones are in your ears if you're doing it for the first time.A random triple tap can trigger voice dialing, leading to unforeseen expenses or an awkward situation.
For those who prefer physical response, models with the letter "Pro" or "Active" in the title often retain mechanical buttons, which are controlled by pressing the protruding part of the body, this solution eliminates the accidental operation when adjusting the earphone in the ear, which often happens with purely touch models.
Setup via Mi Earbuds and Xiaomi Earbuds app
To fully realize your potential TWS-Depending on the year of the device and the region, you may need the Mi Earbuds app (for older models) or the new Xiaomi Earbuds, as well as the universal Xiaomi Wear. These utilities allow you to reassign the actions of sensors, creating customized profiles for music, calls and games.
The process of pairing with the application requires the inclusion of geolocation on the smartphone, because the Bluetooth Low Energy protocol uses it to scan devices. Once connected, you get access to a graphical equalizer where you can adjust the frequencies manually or select one of (presets) such as Bass, Vocal or Twitter.
- 🎧 Personalization of gestures: the ability to assign to double, triple touch and hold your actions, for example, activation of the noise maker.
- 🔋 Charge monitoring: accurate display of the percentage of charge of the left and right earphone separately, as well as the case.
- 🔍 Device search: a feature that makes headphones emit a loud beep if you lose them indoors.
- 🔄 Update firmware: installing up-to-date software to improve connection stability and sound quality.
The app's settings also often conceal the option of automatic ear detection, which when activated, pauses the music when you take one of the headphones out and resumes when you return it, saving battery life and allowing you to quickly answer a question without taking the phone out of your pocket.
It’s worth noting that the app’s functionality can vary depending on the version of your smartphone’s operating system. On devices with a MIUI or HyperOS shell, integration takes place deeper, allowing you to see the animation of opening the case on the lock screen, similar to Apple products.
Secret Codes and Engineering Menu
Xiaomi smartphone owners have a unique advantage – access to the engineering menu through special devices. USSD-These combinations allow you to check the technical condition of the headphones, the Bluetooth version of the protocol, and even test the microphones without installing third-party software, which is especially useful when buying a used device or diagnosing sound problems.
To enter the test menu, you need to dial ##6484## in the Phone app. In the CIT (Customer Integrated Test) list, you need to find a section related to Bluetooth or audio tests, you can run a playback test separately for the left and right channels, and a test for recording audio through the microphones of the headset.
List of useful codes for sound diagnosis
Another important aspect is authentication, where some codes allow you to see the serial number and model of the device by checking them against the data on the package, which helps you avoid buying counterfeits that may have similar designs but lack noise reduction and quality codec.
| Function | Code/Action | The result |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering menu | ##6484## | Complete Testing of Equipment (CIT) |
| Information on the system | ##4636## | Bluetooth connection data and statistics |
| Resetting network settings | Settings → About the phone → Version of the kernel (5-7 times) | In some versions, MIUI opens up advanced options |
| Microphone test | Verification of voice recording and transmission |
The use of engineering codes is safe if you just run tests. However, changing unknown parameters in hidden menus can lead to unstable operation of the Bluetooth module. If after the tests the sound is gone, try to reset the headphones completely by placing them in the case and putting the buttons on the headphones. 10-15 seconds.
Managing from different operating systems
The Android ecosystem provides the most extensive management options for Xiaomi headphones. In addition to native Bluetooth settings, users can install third-party codecs such as aptX Adaptive or LDAC if it supports a smartphone. In the Developer menu, you can forcibly include the desired codecs for maximum audio quality.
Users of iOS (iPhone and iPad) face certain limitations. Xiaomi Earbuds is available in the App Store, but its functionality can be reduced compared to the Android version. For example, setting up an equalizer or updating the firmware sometimes requires a connection through an Android device, after which the settings are stored in the memory of the headphones themselves.
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On Android, for audio quality, go to Settings → About Phone → 7 times click on “MIUI/HyperOS Version” to turn on the developer menu. Then, under “Developers” select Bluetooth Audio Codec: LDAC or aptX HD.
On Windows computers, control comes down to basic features: volume and pause. However, if you’re using a Xiaomi or Redmi laptop, installing the Mi PC Suite app or using the Mi Share feature can make switching between devices easier.
Cross-platform is not absolute: settings made on the iPhone may not sync with the Android smartphone, as the profile is stored locally in the headphone memory or in the app cache.
Working hours and use cases
Modern Xiaomi headphones offer several modes of operation adapted to different environmental conditions, switching between them often through prolonged pressing (about 2 seconds) on the touch panel.
- 🔇 ANC (Active Noise Cancellation: Active noise cancellation that generates anti-noise to block out external sounds, ideal for transport and aircraft.
- 👂 Transparency: A mode that lets external sounds through microphones, necessary for talking or crossing the street to hear traffic.
- 🎮 Gaming Mode: Reduces latency to a minimum, critical for shooters and rhythm games, but can consume battery faster.
- 🎵 Standard: Normal balanced power consumption and sound profile.
You can set up automatic mode switching in an application, for example, smart noise cancellation can tell you whether you're on the move or sitting in an office, and change the algorithms of operation, and this is implemented through an accelerometer and ambient noise frequency analysis.
⚠️ Attention: Using transparency in very noisy places (metro, plane taking off) can create a feedback or whistle effect. ANC or take out the headphones.
It is important for gamers to know that game mode is often activated only on one of the headphones (usually right).If the game's audio delay persists, make sure that the "Absolute Volume" option is turned off in Bluetooth settings, which sometimes conflicts with game profiles.
☑️ Checking before an important call
Diagnostics of problems and extension of service life
Even the most reliable devices sometimes experience software failures. If one earphone stops working, does not charge or mate, the first thing you need to do is complete a Hard Reset. For most Xiaomi models, this is done by placing both headphones in a case, opening the cover and pressing the functional button (or simultaneously touching the sensors) for 10-30 seconds before changing the color of the indicator.
Charging problems are often associated with oxidation of contacts. Regularly wiping contacts on headphones and inside a case with a dry soft cloth or cotton swab slightly moistened with alcohol solves 90% of the problems with “non-prone” charge. It is also worth checking whether the magnets fit tightly — if the earphone does not “stick” to the end, charging will not begin.
As for the lifespan of lithium-ion batteries, degradation is inevitable, but manageable. Don't constantly discharge your headphones to zero or keep them on charge for days after reaching 100%. The optimal storage range is 40-60% of the charge, unless you plan to use the device for a long time.
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Regularly cleaning the speaker mesh from earwax is the most effective way to keep the volume and sound quality throughout the years of operation.
If the software reset didn’t help and the headphones are not behaving properly (persistent cliffs, wheezing), it may be a problem in the hardware or deep conflict of profiles in the smartphone, in which case removing the device from the Bluetooth list (Forget the device) and re-pairing from scratch helps.