Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2: How to switch tracks and control sound

Users of wireless headphones often face situations where standard actions stop working or cause confusion. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 models (often called Redmi Airdots 2) have a specific touch control logic that is not always obvious the first time. Unlike push-button counterparts, it uses capacitive sensors that respond to touch and hold.

A misunderstood logic of the work leads to owners trying to triple-press or long-clamps where it is not intended. The touchpad on these headphones is located at the top of the outer edge and requires accurate, confident finger touch. Any error in the sequence of actions can activate the voice assistant instead of switching the composition.

In this detailed guide, we will break down all the nuances of interaction with Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2. You will learn how to swipe and tap correctly, what to do if the headphones stopped responding to commands, and how to set up a device for comfortable listening to music. We will also touch on the topic of compatibility with various operating systems.

Principles of operation of sensory control

The key to the headset is the touch module that's built into the body of each earpiece, and it's not a physical button, so it doesn't require mechanical pressing to activate the command, it's easy enough to touch the control area with a finger pad, but it's important to understand that the force of pressing doesn't matter, unlike the speed and the number of touches.

The system recognizes three main types of signals: single touch, double touch and long retention (about 1.5-2 seconds). Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 is programmed to minimize false positives, so the touches should be rhythmic. If you pause between double presses too much, the system will perceive this as two separate single signals.

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Before use, wipe the outer surface of the headphones with a dry cloth, as fat or moisture can impair the sensitivity of the sensor.

It's worth noting that left and right earbuds can have different defaults, and developers often assign more functionality to the right, while the left is responsible for basic commands, which is made for ease of control during calls or when using a single earbud.

Instructions: How to switch tracks

The Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2 uses a double-touch combination to control music playback. However, depending on the firmware version and region, the logic may vary slightly. The standard scenario is to double-touch the right earbud to move to the next track, the most common default setting for most users.

If you need to go back to the beginning of the current track or move on to the previous one, a triple tap of the right earpiece is usually used. Some users mistakenly believe that the left earpiece is responsible for the return, but in the Basic 2 model, the left module is more often reserved only to answer calls or activate the assistant. Double tapping the left earphone in standard mode often does not perform any action in the music player.

It's important to keep the time interval between touches. If you pause too long, the command won't work. If you pause too fast, the sensor may not be able to register the first tap. The perfect rhythm is like a light tap on the table to beat the music.

Call management and voice assistant

In addition to music, headphones are used extensively for telephony. Single touch of any of the headphones (left or right) usually responds to an incoming call or ends a current conversation. It is a versatile team that works in almost all Redmi Airdots 2 use cases.

To activate the voice assistant (Siri, Google Assistant or Xiao AI), you have to hold the touchpad for a long time, you have to press the sensor and hold your finger for about 2 seconds until you hear the characteristic beep or voice greeting of the assistant, and then you can give voice commands.

• 📞 Single touch: answering a call/concluding a conversation.
• 🤖 Long press (2 seconds): activation of the voice assistant.
• 🔇 Long-term pressing during a conversation: turn off the microphone (silence mode).

⚠️ Note: When you press for an assistant for a long time, make sure that your smartphone is unlocked, otherwise the command may not execute or require additional confirmation on the screen.

Some users complain that the voice assistant is activated accidentally during the correction of the earpiece in the ear. To avoid this, try to take the headphones by the leg or lower part of the body, avoiding contact with the upper touch area.

Conjugation and Mono mode (one headphone)

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 supports mono when only one headphone is used. This is convenient for drivers or in situations where you need to hear the environment. To switch to this mode, simply remove one earphone from the case, leaving the second one inside.

If you use both earbuds, they need to be synchronized with each other. They often connect automatically when you first connect, but if one earbud stops working or the sound is only coming from one side, you'll need to reconnect, and you'll need to remove the device from the Bluetooth list on the phone and reset.

In mono mode, there may be limited functionality, such as switching tracks can only work on the right earbud, even if you use the left one. This is a software limitation of the Basic 2 model that cannot be changed software.

Table of control commands

For quick access to command information, the following is a summary table that will help you quickly remember what action is responsible for what, without rereading the entire text, and remembering these combinations will make it much more comfortable to use the gadget.

Note that in some firmware versions or when using certain equalizer applications (for example, Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 App for Android), the left and right earphone functions can be reassigned.

Addressing common problems

Sometimes, when the headphones stop switching tracks or react to commands with a delay, most often due to battery discharge or sensor contamination, low charge of one of the headphones can lead to unstable operation of the Bluetooth module, which affects the response.

Another reason could be a software glitch in the smartphone itself, where if the phone's Bluetooth module freezes, the commands from the headphones simply won't reach the device, in which case it helps to reboot the smartphone or re-pair the headset.

• 🔋 Check the charge of the case and the headphones themselves.
• 🧹 Wipe the sensory areas with dry cloth.
• 🔄 Reconnect the device in Bluetooth settings.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use wet wipes or chemical solutions to clean the sensors, as the liquid can get inside the case and damage the electronics.

If the problem persists after all the manipulations, there may be physical damage to the sensor, in which case you should contact the service center, especially if the device is warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Proper understanding of the logic of the sensors and timely cleaning of the surface is the key to a long and stable work of your headphones.