How to control a Xiaomi TV: from remote to voice commands

The Complete Guide to Managing Xiaomi TVs

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV, Xiaomi TV A, and others) offer a number of controls, from the classic IR remote to voice assistants and mobile apps. But not everyone knows how to set up each method correctly or solve typical problems, such as when the remote controls stop working and the voice assistant does not recognize commands.

In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to control Xiaomi TVs, including hidden functions, setup via ADB, and give checklists for troubleshooting. We will focus on models from 2022 to 2026 (for example, Xiaomi TV Q2 2023 or Redmi Smart Fire TV 2026), but most of the instructions will be suitable for earlier versions.

If you just bought a Xiaomi TV or want to optimize its management, here you will find answers to questions that are not in the standard instructions.

1. Classic remote control: functions and settings

The basic remote control (DU) comes with any Xiaomi TV, it works on infrared protocol (IR) and does not require synchronization — just point it to TV. But even here there are nuances.

Xiaomi has buttons on its remotes that many users ignore:

• 🔄 “Mi” button – calls the main menu with quick settings (language, signal source, sound).
• 🎤 Microphone (on voice-controlled models) – activates Google Assistant or Xiao AI.
• 📺 "Input – Quick switching between HDMI, USB and other sources.
• ⚙️ "Settings" - opens advanced settings (analogue of Settings → All parameters).

If the remote stops working:

1. Check the batteries (even if they are new – the contacts may have oxidized).
2. Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote and the TV (glass, mirrors, direct sunlight interfere with the IR signal).
3. Reset the remote: press Menu + Volume + for 5 seconds (on some models - Power + Home).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs TV A2 2023 and a newer remote may require initial tethering via Bluetooth. + OK 10 seconds until the indicator flashes.

2.Management through the Mi TV Remote mobile application

The official Mi TV Remote app (available for Android and iOS) lets you control your TV over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, which is handy if you lost your remote or want to use your smartphone as a touchpad.

To connect the application:

1. Download Mi TV Remote from Google Play or App Store.
2. Make sure that your TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Launch the app and select the TV model manually or through scanning.
4. Confirm the pairing on the TV screen (a code of 4 digits will appear).

Application functions that are not on the remote:

• 🖱️ Touchpad - control cursor as on a computer.
• 🔍 Voice search works even on models without a built-in microphone.
• 📁 Viewing files – quick access to media USB-drives connected to TV.
• 🔄 Quick switching of sources (HDMI 1/2/ARC, TV, AV).

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi TVs TV firmware MIUI TV 3.0 the application may not see the device. Update the software via Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.

3. Voice control: Xiao AI and Google Assistant

Xiaomi TVs support two voice assistants: Xiao AI (branded from Xiaomi) and Google Assistant. The first works only on Chinese firmware, the second on global ones, let's take a look at both options.

Setting up Google Assistant:

1. Go to Settings → Device → Voice Assistant.
2. Select Google Assistant and sign in to your Google account.
3. Activate the “OK Google Recognition” option.
4. To work the microphone on the remote, turn on Bluetooth in the TV settings.

Examples of voice commands:

• 🔊 "Turn on Netflix on Xiaomi TV" — launch.
• 🔊 "Increase volume by 20%" - adjust the sound.
• 🔊 "Show us the weather for tomorrow – widgets.
• 🔊 "Switch to HDMI 1" - change of source.

On Xiaomi TV Q2 2023 and later, the voice assistant can work without the Internet for basic commands (volume control, channel switching), but to find content requires a network connection.

4. Control over HDMI-CEC (one remote for all devices)

HDMI-CEC technology allows you to control your TV and connected devices (set-top box, sound bar, Blu-ray) from a single remote, called Mi Link or AnySee (depending on the model) on Xiaomi TV.

To enable HDMI-CEC:

1. Go to Settings → Devices and accessories → HDMI-CEC.
2. Activate the Mi Link (or AnySee) option.
3. In your connected device settings (e.g., Xiaomi Mi Box), also enable CEC.

After setting up, you will be able to:

• 🎮 Manage Android TV-remote-box.
• 🔊 Adjust the volume of the sound panel through TV.
• 📺 Automatically turn on TV when starting the game console.

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi TVs TV portable HDMI 2.1. CEC may conflict with the regime ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode. If the image flashes when the console is turned on, turn off ALLM customized HDMI.

5. Alternative methods: ADB, keyboard, mouse

For advanced users, Xiaomi TV based on Android TV supports management through:

• 🖱️ USB-Mouse/keyboard (connected to port) USB via Bluetooth).
• 💻 ADB-teams (for debugging and automation).
• 🎮 Gamepads (e.g. Xiaomi Game Controller).

Example of connection via ADB:

1. Turn on USB debugging: Settings → About TV → Software version (click 7 times on the build number).
2. Return to Settings → For Developers → Debugging by USB and activate the option.
3. Connect TV to PC by USB and execute the command: adb connect [IP-TV address]:5555

Useful. ADB-command:

• Adb shell input keyevent 3 – Home button
• Adb shell input keyevent 22 – Back button.
• adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings/.MainSettings - open settings.

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If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t respond to the remote but works via ADB, the problem is probably the IR receiver: Try controlling the TV via the Mi TV Remote app or plugging in a Bluetooth keyboard.

6. Solving management problems

If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t respond to commands, use the checklist:

If nothing helps, reset the remote:

1. Remove the batteries.
2. Press and hold any button for 30 seconds.
3. Put the batteries back in and try to sync again.

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Before resetting your TV to factory settings, try calibrating the remote: press Menu + Volume for 10 seconds. This often solves problems with unstable buttons.

FAQ: Frequent questions about managing Xiaomi TV