How to turn on the stream on the TV Xiaomi: all the ways of 2026

Streaming content from your phone, tablet or computer to the big screen Xiaomi TV is one of the most popular features of modern smart TVs. However, many users face difficulties: the device does not find the TV, there are delays in the image, nothing works at all. The reasons may lie in the wrong network settings, outdated firmware or protocol incompatibility. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to enable broadcast on Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV and Mi Box consoles, and give recommendations for eliminating typical problems.

Although the process seems intuitive, the manufacturer regularly updates the MIUI TV interface, and the location of the desired menu items may vary depending on the model and version of the software. For example, in the Xiaomi TV A2 43" 2023, the path to Miracast settings changed compared to the models of 2021, we took these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions that are relevant for all devices based on Android TV 9.0-12.0.

If you've tried to set up a stream before and you haven't succeeded, don't be quick to blame the technology. 80 percent of the time, the problem is solved by simple actions: rebooting the router, updating the firmware or changing the Wi-Fi channel. And for iPhone owners, we've prepared a separate section with workarounds, since AirPlay on Xiaomi TV is not officially supported, but there are working alternatives.

1. Preparation of Xiaomi TV for broadcast

Before trying to transmit an image from another device, you need to make sure that the TV itself is ready to receive the signal, and many users miss this step, which leads to errors such as "Device not found" or "Disabled to connect."

The first thing you need to do is check the firmware version, and outdated software often causes functions to fail.

1. Open the settings (cog in the upper right corner).
2. Go to About TV. → Updating the system.
3. If you have a new version, install it. Importantly, don't turn off the power during the upgrade.

Next, make sure that the TV and the source device (smartphone, laptop) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Using different bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) can cause problems. The best option is to connect both devices to a 5 GHz network, if the router supports it, this will reduce delays when broadcasting video.

Also check if Miracast mode (aka Wireless Display or Wireless in Russian firmware) is enabled.

Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display

If the switch is turned off, activate it. In some models (Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, Redmi X50), this item may be called "Wireless Screen".

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If your TV doesn’t find a broadcast device, try temporarily turning off the firewall on the router. Some models (such as the TP-Link Archer C6) block Miracast by default.

2. broadcast from Android-smartphone (Miracast)

The most common way to transfer the screen is to use Miracast technology, which is built into most Android devices, which allows you to duplicate the screen of your smartphone on the TV without delay (latency usually does not exceed 50 ms), but there are nuances: not all smartphones support Miracast out of the box, and some manufacturers (for example, Samsung) use their own solutions.

Instructions for connection:

1. On your Xiaomi TV, turn on Miracast mode (see previous section).
2. On your smartphone, open Settings → Connections → Screen Broadcast (on Xiaomi/Redmi) or Smart View (on Samsung).
3. In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (usually MI-TV- [numbers]).
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

If your smartphone doesn’t find your TV, try the following:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices. Sometimes it helps to switch off/on.
• 📶 Change the Wi-Fi channel on the router. Channels 1, 6 and 11 are generally more stable.
• 🔧 Turn off VPN on your smartphone — it can block local device detection.
• 📱 Update your smartphone firmware. On older versions of Android (below 8.0), Miracast may not work properly.

On some Xiaomi TV models (e.g. Mi TV Q1 75) a request for confirmation of PIN- code appears on the first connection. If the code is not displayed on the TV screen, check if it blocks child protection (Settings → Parental Control).

3. Streaming from iPhone (AirPlay alternatives)

iPhone and iPad owners face a major problem: Xiaomi TVs do not support AirPlay, Apple’s proprietary wireless broadcast protocol, but there are several workarounds that allow you to display your iPhone screen on Mi TV or Redmi Smart TV.

Method 1: Screen Mirroring (Screen Mirroring)

• 📱 Install one of the apps on your iPhone: ApowerMirror, LetsView, or Screen Mirroring.
• 🖥️ On your TV, open the Google Play Market and install the server side of the same application (e.g., ApowerMirror TV).
• 🔗 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network and follow the instructions in the app.

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Method 2: Adapter (Adapter)

If you need minimal latency (for example, for streaming games), use Apple's Lightning-to-HDMI adapter. connect it to an iPhone and the other end of the cable to the port HDMI on the TV. This method guarantees a latency of less than 30 ms, but requires the purchase of an adapter (from 3,000 ₽).

Method 3: DLNA for media files

If you only need to stream photos, videos, or music (without screen duplication), use the DLNA protocol:

1. On your TV, turn DLNA on to Settings → Connections → Local Network.
2. On your iPhone, install the DLNA- server application (e.g., iMediaShare or AllConnect).
3. Select a file to stream and specify your Xiaomi TV in the list of devices.

4. Broadcast from a computer (Windows/Mac)

Personal computers can also stream the screen to Xiaomi TV, but the methods vary depending on the operating system. for Windows 10/11, built-in Miracast functionality is available, and for MacOS, third-party solutions will be required.

For Windows:

1. Press Win + K (or open Settings → System → Display → Connect to a wireless display).
2. In the list, select your Xiaomi TV (should show as MI-TV-[model]).
3. Confirm the connection on the TV.

If the TV is not displayed, check:

• 🖥️ Graphics card drivers. Update them through Device Manager.
• 🔧 Power saving settings. In power settings, turn off the power saving mode for the wireless adapter.

For macOS:

There is no built-in Miracast support on Apple computers, so use:

• 🖥️ AirParrot 3 is a paid app (2,500 ₽), supports Miracast.

For gamers who want to stream games from PC to TV, the best option is Steam Link (free on Google Play on TV).The app allows you to stream games from your computer over the local network with minimal delays (up to 20 ms when connected by cable).

5. Broadcasting through apps (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch)

Many popular services have a built-in feature to stream to your TV via Google Cast (similar to Chromecast), which is easier than Miracast, because it doesn't require full-screen duplication, it only transfers content from the app, for example, you can run a YouTube video on your phone and watch it on a large screen.

How it works:

1. Make sure that the right app is installed on the TV (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, Twitch).
2. Open the same app on your smartphone and find a video to watch.
3. Click on the broadcast icon (usually looks like a rectangle with Wi-Fi waves in the upper right corner).
4. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

Advantages of this method:

• ⚡ Low power consumption – the phone doesn’t heat up because it doesn’t duplicate the screen.
• 🎮 Minimum latency is ideal for watching movies and streams.
• 🔒 Security – Notifications and personal data are transmitted from the smartphone screen.

List of supported applications:

If the app doesn’t support Google Cast, but you want to stream content, use a workaround: open the video in your browser (like Chrome) and click Broadcast in your browser menu.This method works for most sites, including Kinopoisk and IVI.

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Google Cast consumes significantly less traffic than Miracast, which is important if you have a limited Internet fare.

6. Solving Typical Translation Problems

Even when you set it up properly, users are going to have errors, and we've collected some of the most common problems and ways to fix them.

Problem 1: The TV is not on the list of devices

• 🔌 Check the router's power. Sometimes it helps to reboot it.
• 📡 Make sure that both devices are connected to the same network. For example, a smartphone to Mi_Home_5G and a TV to Mi_Home_2.4G are different networks!
• 🛠️ Reset network settings on the TV: Settings → Network → Resetting network settings.

Problem 2: Broadcasting is lagging or slowing down

• 📶 Switch to the 5GHz band. It's less congested and provides more bandwidth.
• 🎮 Close background apps on your smartphone/PC that consume the Internet (torrents, cloud syncs).
• 🔧 Turn on Game mode on your TV: Settings → Picture → Image mode → Games. This reduces signal processing delay.

Problem 3: No sound when broadcasting

• 🔊 Check the volume on the TV. Sometimes it drops to 0 when you plug it in.
• 🎧 Turn off Bluetooth headphones on your smartphone — sound can go to them.
• 🔄 Restart the broadcast. Sometimes the sound comes back when you reconnect.

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If the broadcast is permanently interrupted, try connecting the TV to the router via cable (if the model supports Ethernet).

⚠️ Warning: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 may not support Miracast for Android 12+ devices. In this case, update the TV firmware or use alternative methods (DLNA, Google Cast).

⚠️ Warning: Some apps (e.g. Netflix, Amazon Prime Video) block high-resolution content (4K HDR) from streaming through Miracast due to anti-piracy protection, in which case the video will be automatically downgraded to 1080p.

7. Alternative methods of broadcasting

If standard methods don’t work or aren’t good for quality, consider alternatives.

1. Chromecast via HDMI

If your TV doesn’t support Miracast, buy a Google Chromecast device (from 3,000 ₽) and connect it to the port HDMI.This will give you access to all of Google Cast’s features, including streaming the screen from your iPhone through the Google Home app.

2. HDMI wired connection

For minimal delays (relevant to gamers), use:

• 📱 Adapter USB-C/HDMI for smartphones (from 1 500 ₽).
• 💻 Cable HDMI for laptops/PCs.

Advantage: delay less than 10 ms, stable connection. Disadvantage: limited cable length (maximum 5 meters without amplifier).

3. Local Media Server (Plex, Kodi)

If you only need to stream movies and music, set up a media server:

1. Install Plex Media Server or Kodi on PC.
2. Add the files to the library.
3. On the TV, install a client application (Plex or Kodi) and connect to the server.

This solution is ideal for large film collections, as it allows you to broadcast content in original quality without compression.

4. Cloud Gaming (GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud)

To stream games from cloud services:

• 🎮 Install GeForce NOW or Xbox Game Pass on your TV via Google Play.
• 🖱️ Connect the gamepad via Bluetooth (Xbox Controller, DualSense).
• 🌐 Run the game – streaming will go directly from the servers, without your PC.

FAQ: Frequent questions about streaming on Xiaomi TV