How to open settings in Xiaomi TV: a step-by-step guide with pictures and tips

Xiaomi TVs are among the most popular on the market due to the combination of affordable prices, high-quality pictures and advanced software, but many users face difficulties when first switching on: Where to find basic screen settings, how to connect to Wi-Fi, or where are the advanced audio settings hidden? In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to access the settings menu on different models of Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV mi TV Q, including hidden features and nuances of the PatchWall interface.

It is important to understand that the location of menu items may vary slightly depending on the firmware version and the TV model. TV 4S 2020 will be a different way to make sound than Xiaomi TV A Pro 2023, we took these differences into account and prepared universal instructions, and also highlighted unique features for new models with Android. TV 12.

1. The main ways to open settings in the Xiaomi TV

There are three standard ways to get into the settings menu, and each one is convenient in different situations, so if the remote is lost or not working, you can use alternative methods, which we will also talk about.

The most obvious way is through the main menu. On the Xiaomi remote (both on the standard and Mi Remote with Bluetooth), there is a special Settings button (cog) that immediately opens the main menu of options. If there is no button, you can press Menu (three horizontal lines) and select the Settings icon (usually in the upper right corner).

• 📺 From the remote: Settings button → settings open immediately.
• 🎮 From the game controller: hold the Home + Menu 3 seconds.
• 🖱️ From mouse/keyboard: click on the cog icon in the upper right corner.
• 🤳 Voice: Say “OK Google, open the settings” (on Google Assistant models).

New models (e.g. Xiaomi) TV Q2 2026) The menu can be opened with a delay — this is normal, since the system loads data from the cloud. If the screen hangs longer than 10 seconds, try rebooting the TV by holding the power button on the remote control.

2. Settings menu structure: what to look for

PatchWall interface divides the settings into several logical blocks, and let’s break down each of them so you can quickly find the desired parameters without much searching.

You should pay special attention to the section for developers, which is hidden by default. To activate it, go to Settings. → About the TV, 7 times click on the line Build Number, then a new item will appear in the System menu. USB, alter HDMI manually or disable animations to speed up the interface.

⚠️ Attention: Changing the settings in the developer menu can lead to unstable TV performance. HDMI It can blur the image or disappear from the screen. Before experimenting, write down the current settings.

3. Where to find hidden settings: advanced features

Not all Xiaomi options TV Some of the options are hidden behind extra menus or require special button combinations:

• 🔍 Service menu: Turn off the TV, then press Menu sequentially on the remote → 1 → 1 → 4 → 7 (Android-based TV 9/10). Here you can test the matrix, speakers and ports.
• 🎛️ Screen calibration: C Settings → Screen. → Additionally, a tool for adjusting the balance of white and color temperature is hidden (not available on all models).
• 🔌 Hotel mode: if the TV is used in the hotel, the administrator could activate the limited mode. + Volume Down for 10 seconds.
• 🔄 Reset HDMI CEC: If the remote does not switch the signal sources, reset the settings. CEC In Settings → Devices → HDMI CEC → Reset.

On Google models TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2 2023) has a hidden option in the game monitor mode, which reduces the input latency to 8 ms, but disables post-processing. Activates via Settings. → Screen. → Game mode → Turn on.

For Xiaomi owners TV With Ambient Mode, you have a hidden brightness setting when it's off. To find it, go to Settings. → Screen. → Ambient Mode → Additionally. → Brightness in standby mode. This is useful if the screen is too bright at night.

4. Internet and network connection settings

Without the right Internet setup, Xiaomi TV loses most of its functions: streaming services don't work, software doesn't update, and voice assistant becomes useless.

To connect via Wi-Fi, go to Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi. The TV will show you a list of available networks. If your network is not listed, click Add Network and type in the name (SSID) On models with Wi-Fi 6 (for example, Xiaomi) TV Q2) You can choose the 5 GHz band for a more stable connection.

• 📶 Connection problems? Try manually specifying DNS: 8.8.8.8 (Google) or 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare).
• 🔌 Wired Internet: If you use Ethernet, check that the cable is connected to the port LAN on television (usually signed as a NETWORK).
• 🔒 VPN: In Settings → Network → Additionally. → VPN You can configure a connection to private networks (for example, to access foreign services).

If your TV doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi, despite the correct password, try the following steps:

1. Restart the router and the TV.
2. In the router settings, change the security mode with WPA3 on WPA2-PSK.
3. Turn off the Smart Connect function (autoswitch between 2.4 and 5 GHz) in the router.

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If the TV is constantly losing Wi-Fi connection, try to fix it. IP-The address is in the router settings. MAC-TV address in Settings → Network → Status and add it to the list DHCP-router.

5. Image customization: brightness, contrast, HDR

Image quality is a key parameter of any TV. TV There are both basic adjustments (brightness, contrast) and advanced features like local dimming and automatic color calibration.

The main image parameters are in Settings → Screen and picture. You can choose one of the preset modes here:

• 🌞 Standard – balance between brightness and naturalness.
• 🎬 Cinema is dark tones, suitable for movies.
• 🎮 The game - minimum delay, maximum brightness.
• 🏠 Home – Optimized for daytime viewing.

For manual adjustment, go to Additional. You can adjust here:

• Color temperature (Warm/Neutral/Cold)
• Contrast (optimal value: 80-90%).
• Clear (do not raise above 50% or you will get noise)
• Mode of movement (smoothness - includes interpolation of frames).

On models with support HDR10+ Dolby Vision (for example, Xiaomi) TV Q2 QLED) have a separate menu HDR-You can set it up here:

• Activate automatic recognition HDR (recommended).
• Set up the brightness HDR separately SDR.
• Turn off tonal compression for more natural colors.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with a matrix VA (Most models have a high level of brightness in HDR-The mode can lead to "blue-blue" (blurred light spots). If this is noticeable, reduce the local dimming parameter to 70%.

6. Sound tuning: equalizer, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth

The sound in Xiaomi TVs is often criticized for the “emptiness” of bass, but it is easy to fix with the right settings. In this section, we will tell you how to improve the sound through built-in speakers or connect external acoustics.

The main sound parameters are in the settings → Sound. You can do it here:

• 🔊 Select the sound mode (Standard, Movie, Music, Voice).
• 🎚️ Set up an equalizer (5 bands: 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, 10 kHz).
• 🔄 Turn on volume normalization (aligns sound between channels).
• 🎧 Activate audio via Bluetooth (for example, for headphones).

To connect the external sound system (soundbar, receiver) use HDMI ARC:

1. Connect the TV and soundbar through HDMI-port-line ARC.
2. In the settings of the TV go to Settings → Sound. → Digital exit (HDMI ARC).
3. Select Auto or Passthrough mode (to deliver original Dolby sound).
4. Turn it on. CEC customized HDMI volume control from the TV remote.

If the sound is late (for example, when viewing via Bluetooth headphones), adjust the synchronization to Settings. → Sound. → Sound delay. Optimal value is 0 to 100 ms.

Make sure the TV is not in No Sound mode (Mute button)

Check the connection. HDMI/Bluetooth-device

Update the TV firmware to the latest version

Reset the sound settings to factory (in the menu "Additional")

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7. Reset settings and update firmware

If the TV is starting to glittle, slow or does not save settings, you may need to reset or update the software. Let’s see how to do this safely and without data loss (where possible).

For a soft reset (without removing applications) go to Settings → System system → Reset → Soft reset: This option will bring back the image, sound and network settings to the factory, but it will keep the installed programs.

If the TV is seriously jammed (it does not turn on, it is constantly restarted), a hard reset will be required:

1. Turn the TV off the socket.
2. On the remote, hold both Menu and Volume Up.
3. Without releasing the buttons, connect the TV to the power.
4. Keep the buttons clamped for 10-15 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
5. Select Wipe Data/Factory Reset and confirm.

To update the firmware go to Settings → System system → Software update: The TV will automatically check for updates. If the new version is available, follow the instructions on the screen:

• 🔋 Make sure the TV is powered (don’t upgrade from the battery if you have one).
• 🌐 Use a wired internet connection for stability.
• ⏳ Do not turn off the TV during the upgrade (the process takes 5-15 minutes).

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If after the update the TV stopped turning on, try to roll back to the previous version of the firmware through USB. To do this, download the desired version from the official Xiaomi website and follow the instructions in the recovery menu.

8. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even the most reliable TVs sometimes fail, and we've collected the most common problems and solutions without going to the service center.

If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t find apps on Google Play, check out the following:

• 📱 Make sure that your Google account is added to your Settings → Accounts.
• 🌍 Check your account region (some apps are not available in Russia/Belarus/Kazakhstan).
• 🔄 Update Google Play Services manually through Settings → Annexes.

If after connecting to the TV external device (set-top box, computer) there is no image, try:

1. Switch the input port on the remote (Source or Input button).
2. In the TV settings, select the correct mode HDMI (PC for computer, game for console).
3. Disable on an external device HDR, If the TV doesn't support it.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions