To pair the Redmi Watch 5 Active with a debugger, you would typically follow a process similar to debugging other Android-based devices, as the Redmi Watch 5 Active does not directly support ADB debugging like smartphones. However, for general debugging purposes, such as troubleshooting or connecting to a companion app, you can follow these steps:
Steps to Connect and Use the Redmi Watch 5 Active with a Companion App
1. Install the Companion App: Download and install the Mi Fitness app on your smartphone. This app is used to manage and connect Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi Watch 5 Active.
2. Enable Bluetooth on Your Phone: Ensure that Bluetooth is turned on in your phone's settings.
3. Open the Mi Fitness App: Launch the Mi Fitness app on your phone.
4. Add a Device: In the app, navigate to the "Device" section and select "Add device." Wait for the Redmi Watch 5 Active to appear in the list of available devices.
5. Pair the Watch: Once the watch appears, select it to initiate pairing. Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the pairing process.
6. Grant Permissions: After pairing, you may need to grant permissions for the app to access certain features of your watch.
For Advanced Debugging (If Supported)
If you need to perform advanced debugging similar to ADB debugging, you would typically use a process like this for Android devices, though it may not be directly applicable to the Redmi Watch 5 Active:
1. Enable Developer Options: On most Android devices, you enable developer options by going to Settings > About phone and tapping the Build number several times.
2. Enable USB Debugging or Wireless Debugging: Once developer options are available, you can enable USB debugging or wireless debugging.
3. Connect to a Debugger: Use ADB commands to connect your device to a debugger. However, this process is more commonly used for smartphones and may not be supported by the Redmi Watch 5 Active.
For specific issues like sensor problems or connectivity issues with the Redmi Watch 5 Active, you can refer to troubleshooting guides available online, such as restarting the watch, checking for physical damage, or updating firmware[2][7].
Note:
The Redmi Watch 5 Active primarily uses Bluetooth for connectivity and does not support ADB debugging like smartphones. Therefore, pairing it with a debugger in the traditional sense is not applicable. Instead, you manage and troubleshoot the watch through its companion app.Citations:
[1] https://developer.android.com/training/wearables/get-started/debugging
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeuqKL6gtrI
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h30ueCsI6PQ
[4] http://www.macrodroidforum.com/index.php?threads%2Ftutorial-how-to-apply-adb-hacks-to-xiaomi-devices.862%2F
[5] https://www.embarcadero.com/starthere/xe5/mobdevsetup/android/en/enabling_usb_debugging_on_an_android_device.html
[6] https://customerdocumentation.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Amazon+Fire+TV+User+Guides/Amazon+Smart+TV+Documentation/FireTV_4Series_Omni_OmniQLED_US_Usermanual.pdf
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S78ktLKvk00
[8] https://www.syncios.com/android/how-to-debug-xiaomi-redmi-phone.html
[9] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s1NvvgaTUQ
[10] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgfQPqoJhwA