Owners of wireless acoustics from the Chinese giant often face a situation when devices stop synchronizing with each other or refuse to connect to a smartphone. Resetting is the only effective way to resuscitate the gadget without going to the service center.
Many users mistakenly believe that it is enough to simply turn off the device in the phone's Bluetooth menu to solve the problem. However, this action only breaks the current connection, leaving internal errors unaddressed. Hard reset clears the mating cache and forcibly puts the headset into a new host search mode, which is especially true for popular AirDots and Redmi Buds models.
We will then go into detail on the algorithms for different modifications, as the methods can vary significantly depending on the year of release and design. Recovery requires attention to indicators and press timings. Ignoring the details can lead to the procedure not working the first time.
The main signs of the need to reset settings
Before we take any drastic measures, we need to make sure that the problem is a software-based headphone failure, not a battery drain or a smartphone malfunction. There are a number of characteristic symptoms that indicate that factory resets are necessary, and if we ignore these signals, it will become impossible to continue using the accessory.
One of the most common things is channel desynchronization, where music is only playing on one headphone, or the second channel plays sound with a noticeable delay, and it's also common for the phone to see the device, but when you try to connect, it gives an error or immediately breaks the connection, which is a sure sign that the Bluetooth protocol inside the headset is getting stuck.
⚠️ Note: If after full charging and restarting the smartphone headphones still do not work correctly, software reset is a mandatory step before contacting the warranty department.
Another alarming signal is flashing indicators in non-standard mode. For example, if the LEDs are burning red constantly or flashing at different frequencies, this may indicate a conflict of profiles. In rare cases, complete discharging of the device to zero helps, but the more reliable method remains forced re-initiation of the system.
Preparation for the resetting procedure and cleaning of the profile
Preparing the device to flash the settings is key to successfully completing the operation. Before you manipulate the touch zones or buttons on the case, you need to clear the connection history on the smartphone itself, which will prevent automatic re-pairing with the wrong parameters immediately after reset.
Go to your mobile phone’s Bluetooth settings and find your model in the list of previously connected devices, such as Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic. Click on the gear icon or the “i” icon next to the name and select the “Forget the device” or “Cancel pairing” option. After that, be sure to turn off Bluetooth on the phone so it doesn’t look for the gadget in the background.
☑️ Preparation for discharge
It's important to make sure that there's a charge in the case and the headphones themselves. The reset process can take a few minutes, and if the battery sits down at a critical moment, the device can enter debugging mode or stop responding. The battery must be at least 20-30% charged for the power controller to work steadily.
Instructions for AirDots, Redmi Buds and Mi True Wireless
Xiaomi’s most popular wireless acoustics lineup, including AirDots, Redmi Buds 3/4 and Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic, doesn’t have a physical reset button on the body. All the magic happens through touch control and proper positioning in the charging case.
Place both headphones in the charge case and make sure they start charging (lights light up). Without closing the lid, press and hold the touch zones on both headphones simultaneously. Retention time is about 20 seconds. Indicators should blink several times, then go out or light up in white, which signals a successful reset.
For some modifications, such as AirDots 2 or Redmi Buds 3 Lite, the procedure may be different. In some cases, you need to remove the headphones from the case, quickly press 5 times on the sensors of both devices, and then put them back in the case for 10 seconds.
What to do if sensors do not respond?
Once you've done the manipulation, open the case cover. The indicators should often blink to pair. You can now turn on Bluetooth on your phone and search for the device again. If it's successful, the name of the headset ready to connect will appear on the list.
Reset settings for Xiaomi FlipBuds and Mi Wireless Earphones Pro
Flagship models like the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro and Mi Wireless Earphones Pro come with more advanced functionality and often have a physical control button on the charging case.This makes the recovery process much easier, making it similar to resetting routers or other gadgets.
Put the headphones in the case and leave the lid open. On the back or inside of the case, find a circular function button. Press it and hold it for 10-15 seconds. The status indicator located on the front panel will start flashing white, then light up orange, which means a successful reset.
| Model | Resetting method | Indication of success | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlipBuds Pro | The button on the case | Orange light | 15 seconds |
| AirDots 3 Pro | Sensors + Cases | White flashing | 20 seconds |
| Redmi Buds 4 | Sensors (5 times) | Red/White | 10 seconds. |
| Mi True 2 | Sensors (containment) | Extinguishment | 20 seconds |
If you have an AirDots 3 Pro or newer model that supports active noise cancellation, make sure that there are no powerful sources of interference nearby during the reset. Although this is rare, interference can interrupt the process of writing new configuration files to the device's memory.
💡
For models with wireless charging (Qi) during reset, it is better to put the case on the table, rather than holding it in your hands, to ensure a stable position of the headphones inside.
Solving problems with one headphone (Mono mode)
A common problem with budget models is that one channel fails when the other continues to work, often due to the TWS (True Wireless Stereo) dissynchronization, and to get stereo back, you have to re-introduce the left and right headphones to each other, eliminating the phone from the equation.
Remove the Bluetooth device on all your gadgets. Take both of your headphones out of the case. Now you need to turn them off. For most models, this is done by pressing the sensors long (about 5-7 seconds) before turning off the indicators. Then triple tap the sensors on both headphones at the same time to put them into reset mode.
⚠️ Note: When restoring a stereo pair, do not turn on Bluetooth on your phone until you see that the headphone indicators have switched to slow blinking mode, signaling to find each other. Once the headphones find each other (usually one flashes, and the second goes out or blinks less often), you can move to pairing with a smartphone. Mono mode should disappear, and the sound will go in both ears. If the problem persists, it is possible that mechanical damage to the speaker or battery in one of the modules. For owners of Android smartphones, an excellent control tool is the official Xiaomi Earbuds app (formerly known as Mi True Wireless Earbuds). It allows not only to manage settings, but also to perform a program reset through the interface, which eliminates the human factor with press timings. Connect your headphones to your phone and open the app. In the device management menu, find the Settings or Systems section, and there may be an option to Reset your headphones or Factory Reset. Using the software ensures that the command is sent correctly and confirmed by the device. 💡Using an official app is the most reliable way to reset, as it automatically determines the firmware version and applies the correct algorithm, and the app allows you to update the firmware of the headphones. Often, bugs that cause resets are fixed by manufacturers in new versions of the software. Updating firmware can solve the problem without having to completely erase the settings. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Do equalizer settings reset when you go back to factory? Yes, full reset returns all parameters to the original settings. This includes equalizer settings, pairing history, noise reduction calibration. Once reset, you'll have to reset the sound through the app or by ear. Can you reset the headphones if they're not charging? No, the device needs energy to perform the reset procedure. If the headphones don't charge, you first need to fix the contact problem in the case (clean them with alcohol) or replace the charging cable. Without power, the controller won't start the reset script. What if the headphones aren't visible to the phone after reset? Make sure that you do the right thing to reset, if they don't connect to the battery again after they't automatically. No, software resets do not adversely affect the physical condition of a lithium-ion battery. This is standard logic for a microcontroller. However, the frequent need to reset may indicate defect or wear.