Turning on a wireless headset from a popular Chinese brand is often the first step a user faces immediately after unpacking. Many owners mistakenly believe that the device requires a complex activation procedure or a long charge before the first launch.
However, there are nuances that depend on the specific model, whether it is classic AirDots or more advanced Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2. In some cases, the device can be in deep sleep or have a discharged battery, which creates the illusion of a malfunction. Understanding the logic of the indicators and control buttons will allow you to avoid unnecessary calls to the service center.
This article aims to address the gaps in your audio device start-up knowledge, and we will examine not only standard scenarios, but also forced-start methods, as well as diagnostic methods if the gadget is silent.
Primary activation and charge verification
Before looking for hidden buttons or keyboard combinations, you need to make sure that there is power in the batteries. Factory charging in new devices is often about 50-60%, but prolonged storage in a warehouse can lead to self-discharge. If you pull out a box that has been idle for several months, most likely, the batteries are in deep discharge.
Place both headphones in a charging case and connect it to the power source via a Micro-USB or Type-C cable. Pay attention to the LED indicator on the front of the case: it should light up red, signaling the process of replenishment. If the indicator does not light up, try replacing the cable or power supply, as the problem may be in the absence of current.
Charging time to full power usually takes 1 to 1.5 hours. Don't try to turn on the device if the indicator on the case is still burning red. Wait until the color changes to white or the indicator goes out (depending on the model), which will mean ready to work.
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The first charging cycle is better to carry out up to 100%, even if the indicator shows readiness earlier - this will help calibrate the power controller.
There is a common misconception that headphones need to be charged separately from the case. In the Xiaomi Redmi line, charging takes place exclusively inside the case through contact areas. Make sure the magnets tightly attract the headphones and the contacts are clean, without the protective film that is often forgotten to remove when you buy.
Standard method of inclusion through case
The most common and standard way to get the headset running is to remove it from the charger case, and most models, like the AirDots S or Basic 2, use automatic activation when you open the contacts with the case, and once you remove the right and left modules, they should automatically go into pairing mode.
Visual proof of a successful launch is a flashing indicator, which usually flashes white at a certain frequency, and if you see a white flash, it means that the Bluetooth module is active and the device is looking for a pair to connect to, at which point the smartphone can already detect the gadget in the list of available networks.
- 🎧 Remove both earphones from the case at the same time or in turn.
- 👀 Pay attention to the LED: it should flash white often.
- 📱 Check the Bluetooth list on your phone: the device name should appear (e.g. Redmi). AirDots_R).
- 🔄 If the indicators do not burn, put them back in the case and close the lid for 5 seconds, then repeat the procedure.
☑️ Testing of launch readiness
Importantly, in some versions, the left and right channels can be switched on with a slight delay relative to each other, first activating the right headphone (Master), which then initiates a connection to the left (Slave), so do not panic if one of them catches fire later.
⚠️ Warning: If the indicators do not light up at all after extracting from the case, try to slightly press the touch zone or physical button (if any) to wake the device from sleep mode.
Manual start and use of touch buttons
Situations where automatic activation does not work are less common but require user intervention, this can occur when a software failure or if the device has been manually turned off before, in such cases, you need to use mechanical or sensor control located on the housing.
For models without physical buttons (touch) the action algorithm involves a long press. You need to touch the touch area on the earpiece and hold your finger for 3-5 seconds. Usually the touch area is located on the outer flat part, often marked with a logo or simply is a smooth area.
As you hold it, you'll hear a characteristic beep in your headphones, and the LED light will change how it works, so it can start flashing red and white alternately, or just burn red, which signals on, and when you let your finger go, the device will go to the standard connection standby mode.
Why isn't the sensor working?
For physical-button models, such as some versions of the Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic, the procedure is even easier. Just press and hold the button on the end of the case. The mechanical click will be clearly audible and the vibration will confirm successful activation. The main thing is not to release the button too early, otherwise you will simply change the volume or tracks, but do not turn on the device.
Features of inclusion of different models Xiaomi
Xiaomi’s audio lineup is extensive, and each series has its own design features. Understanding the differences between AirDots, Redmi Buds and Mi True Wireless models is critical to proper management. Below is a table that helps identify the activation method for popular versions.
| Model of the device | Type of management | Indication of inclusion | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi AirDots / Basic | Sensory (3 sec) | Blinking white | Auto-inclusion from the case |
| Redmi AirDots 2 / S | Sensory (long-term) | It burns red when turned on | Improved Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Mi True Wireless Basic 2 | Physical button | White flashing | Pressing the button is required |
| Redmi Buds 3 Lite | Touch-sensitive | Case indicator | IPX4 water protection |
Special attention should be paid to models with active noise cancellation, such as the Redmi Buds 3 Pro. They can have a combined control method. Often, to turn them on, you need not just remove them from the case, but also confirm the action by double touch if the device was completely turned off through the application or long retention.
If your model is not listed in the table, refer to the labeling on the bottom of the charging case. Model number (for example, TWSEJ06LS) will help to accurately determine the instructions. Visually distinguish the touch model from the button model by the absence or presence of the protruding part on the end of the earphone.
Interfacing mode and device search
Once you've turned on the gadget, the next step is to connect to your smartphone, and when you're normally on, the new headphones automatically go into the Passing Mode, which flashes quickly and intermittently, usually in white.
If the device has previously been paired with another phone, it may try to connect to it automatically, ignoring your new smartphone, in which case you must force the headphones to move to visibility. To do this, when they are already on, press and hold the touchpad (or button) for 5-7 seconds until the indicator begins to blink at double speed or changes color to red and white.
On your smartphone, go to Bluetooth settings and click on Device Search. Your headphone ID should appear on the list. For AirDots models, the right-hand channel name, such as Redmi, is often displayed. AirDots_R. Pressing it initiates the connection process.
- 📶 Make sure that Bluetooth on your phone is activated and visible to other devices.
- 🔍 In the list of available devices, find a name that corresponds to your model.
- ✅ Click “Connect” and wait for voice confirmation “Connected».
- 🔇 If required PIN-code, type 0000 (standard for most Xiaomi devices).
⚠️ Note: When you first connect, you may need permission to access contacts and call logs. Without that permission, headphones can only work as a headset for music, but not for calls.
Diagnosis: what to do if the headphones are not turned on
A situation where the device does not respond to any action can be caused by several factors: the most common reason is a critically low battery charge, even if the case indicator indicated the presence of energy, sometimes contacts become oxidized or contaminated, preventing current transmission.
Try a “hard reboot” or factory reset. For most Xiaomi models, this is done as follows: place the headphones in the case, open the lid, and press (or hold) the functional buttons on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds. The indicators should flash red several times, after which the device will restart.
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If after reset and prolonged charging (more than 2 hours), the indicators do not light up, there is a high probability of hardware malfunction of the battery or power controller.
It is also worth checking the integrity of the charging cable and the port itself. Using too powerful power supplies (for example, from fast chargers for laptops) can sometimes block charging low-power devices due to protocol incompatibility. Try charging a case from a USB port of a computer or a conventional adapter on 1A.