Unfortunately, the provided reference doesn't give explicit instructions on how to restart AirPods Gen 1. However, it does mention troubleshooting steps for reconnection if your AirPods aren't working properly. Based on general knowledge of AirPods and the reference material, here's a breakdown of how to address potential issues that might lead you to think you need to "restart" them:
Troubleshooting AirPods Gen 1 Connection Issues
If your AirPods Gen 1 aren't working as expected, the issue might be related to their connection. Here are steps to address this, effectively "restarting" their connection:
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Manual Reconnection:
- Go to the Bluetooth menu on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
- Select your AirPods from the list of available devices.
- This forces a manual reconnection.
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Further Troubleshooting if Reconnection Fails: The reference mentions that if manually reconnecting through the Bluetooth menu doesn't work, "you'll have to try some other troubleshooting steps". These can include:
- Ensure Bluetooth is Enabled: Make sure Bluetooth is turned on in your device's settings.
- Check AirPods Battery: Low battery can cause connection problems. Place your AirPods in their charging case and ensure they are charging.
- Move Closer: Make sure your AirPods are within range of your device.
- Forget and Re-pair: In your device's Bluetooth settings, "forget" your AirPods. Then, put your AirPods in their case, open the lid, and press the setup button on the back of the case until the status light flashes white. Your AirPods should then appear in your device's Bluetooth list, ready to be paired again.
Resetting AirPods Gen 1 (If Troubleshooting Fails)
While not strictly a "restart," a reset can resolve more persistent issues.
- Put your AirPods in their charging case.
- Close the lid.
- Wait 30 seconds.
- Open the lid.
- Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case.
- Continue holding until the status light flashes amber, then white.
- Your AirPods have now been reset and are ready to be reconnected.
By resetting the AirPods, you are essentially clearing out any incorrect settings and allows the AirPods to be reconnected to your apple device and used as intended.
