airpods max pro does not connect to bluetooth

Hi curious_pat

welcome to the Apple (user-to-user) Community.

Re: airpods max pro does not connect to bluetooth

Your AirPods Max would need to be charged, and in "discovery mode" in order to connect using bluetooth.

You Mac may need updating to the newest compatible MacOS version:

(The firmware on AirPods updates automatically when paired)

Apple support has articles online that may help troubleshoot:

How to: Set up AirPods Max with your Mac and other Bluetooth devices - Apple Support

How to: Connect and use your AirPods Max - Apple Support

Make sure nothing (a speck of dirt or wax) is blocking an opening

How to clean your AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, and EarPods - Apple Support

If needed: How to reset your AirPods Max - Apple Support

and

How to: Use Bluetooth devices with Mac – Apple Support

More Support if needed:

AirPods Support Website:

Find all the topics, resources, and contact options you need for your AirPods....

AirPods Support - Official Apple Support

All the best :-)