Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2 wireless headphones (also known as Redmi AirDots 3 Pro) have become a popular choice due to active noise cancellation and usability. However, many owners do not realize all the possibilities that this model hides. The correct control setting allows you to significantly expand the functionality of the device, turning it from a simple headset into a powerful multimedia tool.
In this article, we will not only look at basic actions such as playback and answering calls, but also more complex use cases. You will learn how to activate transparency mode, switch noise reduction modes, and even use special codes to fine-tune them. Understanding the principles of touch panels will help avoid accidental taps and make interaction with the gadget as comfortable as possible.
It's worth noting that touch zone management requires a certain habit. Unlike mechanical buttons, it's about accuracy and duration. If you've just purchased a device or want to explore its capabilities, this material will be a comprehensive source of information for you. We'll look at everything from primary pairing to advanced settings through the app.
Basic sensory control and gestures
The main interaction with headphones is through the touchpads located on the legs of each module. Standard logic involves single, double and triple taps, as well as retention. For example, one touch is enough to answer an incoming call, and double touch is enough to complete it. This is the universal standard for most devices in the Redmi and Xiaomi line.
Music management is also intuitive, but it has its nuances: Double taping usually pauses or triggers a track, and triple tapping switches to the next track. However, returning to the previous track often requires a specific sequence of actions or customization through the app.
- 🎵 One click: playback/pause or answer to a call.
- 🎵 Two Clicks: Next Track or End of Call.
- 🎵 Three Clicks: Activation of Voice Assistant (Default).
- 🎵 Retention (2 seconds): switching noise reduction modes.
Special attention should be paid to the retention function. By default, a long press switches noise reduction modes (ANC), but this action can be reconfigured. If you often use transparency mode to hear an ad in transport, setting up quick access to it will become critical. Flexibility of settings allows you to adapt the device to the individual habits of the user.
Setup through the Xiaomi Earbuds app
To fully unlock the potential of headphones, you need to use a specialized application Xiaomi Earbuds (formerly known as Mi Earbuds). This is where the main magic of customization occurs. Once you connect the headset to your smartphone, the application will automatically prompt you to update the firmware, which is extremely important for the stability of the Bluetooth connection and the correct operation of the sensors.
In the Control Settings section (“Gestures” or “Management”), you can reassign actions for single, double and triple taps on each headphone separately, a unique feature because it allows you to create asymmetrical controls, for example, on the left earphone you can leave music control, and on the right you can set up track switching or assistant activation.
⚠️ Note: Change the control settings is only applied after synchronization with the headphones. If you have changed the settings but did not see changes in the work, check the connection status in the application and make sure that the headphones are in the case or next to the smartphone.
In addition to reassigning buttons, the app allows you to configure the equalizer and select one of the preset sound profiles, and it also has a headphone search feature that makes them squeak loudly, which is extremely useful when you lose one of the modules in the apartment. Don't ignore the updates section, as manufacturers often release patches that improve the microphone and noise reduction algorithms.
☑️ Checking the application settings
Noise reduction and transparency modes
One of the key features of the Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2 is the presence of a hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC), which is controlled mainly through prolonged pressing on the touch zone. The system offers three main states: deep noise cancellation, transparency and off state.
In transparency mode, external microphones broadcast ambient sounds inwards, allowing you to hear someone or transport without removing your headphones. This is especially true for safety when walking in the city. Adative noise reduction algorithms can automatically adjust to the level of external noise, although manual control through retention remains a more reliable way to quickly switch.
The efficiency of the ANC depends on the density of the ear canal. If you feel that foreign sounds are getting too much, try replacing the silicone pads with a size larger or smaller. Proper insulation is critical to the system's operation, because the microphones analyze the difference between external noise and what you hear.
The secrets of the ANC's work
Hidden functions and control codes
Many users are unaware that Xiaomi and Redmi devices can be controlled not only by touch, but also through special system commands or hidden menus available through engineering tests or ADB, although for ordinary users, the hidden functions of the application itself are more relevant. However, there is a nuance with dual Device Connection, which is often hidden in deep menus or activated by a specific sequence of actions.
To activate the connection to two devices at the same time, you usually need to reset your headphones to factory settings and re-pair, following a certain algorithm. First, the headphones are connected to the first device, then removed to the case, then activate pairing mode and search from the second gadget, this feature allows seamlessly to switch between the sound on the laptop and the phone.
Also worth mentioning is the ability to control through voice assistants, which is activated by a triple touch, or Xiao AI (in Chinese), and you can give commands to play, navigate, or set timers through the assistant, which frees your hands, which is especially convenient when the phone is in your bag or in another room.
⚠️ Attention: The dual-device connection feature can increase battery consumption and in rare cases cause micro-sound delays when switching sources.If you don't use this feature all the time, it's best to keep it off for maximum stability.
Comparison of management models
Understanding the evolution of control helps you better navigate the functionality of the current model. Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2 is significantly different from its predecessors in the presence of a full application and customizable gestures. While the first versions relied on rigid algorithms, the new models allow the user to decide for himself what will mean a particular action.
Below is a table comparing control capabilities across different use cases, which will help you navigate the functional differences between basic and advanced modes of operation faster.
| Action. | By default. | Customizable (via App) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single click | Play/Pause | Any action | All models. |
| Double click | Track. | Any action | All models. |
| Triple click | Assistant | Any action | Pro version |
| Retention | ANC regime regime | Any action | Pro version |
And as you can see from the comparison, reassignment opens up new horizons for ergonomics, so you can set your headphones so that the most commonly used functions are at hand, and this is especially true for people who use the headset not only for music, but also for regular work calls.
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The main feature of the management of Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2 is the ability to completely reconfigure all gestures through the official application, which makes them one of the most flexible in its price segment.
Solving Sensor Response Problems
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the headphones stop responding to touch or perform commands incorrectly, most often due to pollution of the touch zone or software failure. Sweat and dirt can shield the signal, so regular rubbing of the headphone legs with soft dry cloth is a mandatory procedure to maintain the sensitivity of the sensor.
If cleaning doesn’t work, it’s recommended to reset completely, placing the headphones in the case, clamp the buttons on both modules (or use the touch combination described in the manual) until the indicator doesn’t light up, which will return factory settings and often eliminate software glitches that cause false positives.
The problem may also be in the firmware version: Outdated software may contain bugs that affect the handling of touch panel interrupts. Checking updates in the Xiaomi Earbuds app is the first step in diagnosing any oddities in the behavior of the device. Don't neglect this simple action, as it solves most software problems.
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If the sensor is not working properly on just one headphone, try discharging the case and headphones completely to zero, and then charging them to 100% without interruption, which will help calibrate the power controller and sensors.