How to set up voice control on a Xiaomi TV: from connecting a microphone to commands in Russian

Introduction: Why you need voice control on Xiaomi TV

Xiaomi TVs (Mi series) TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV, Mi TV Q1/Q2) They support voice control not only as a marketing tool, but as a really useful tool. Imagine you're lying on the couch with a cup of tea, and instead of looking for a remote control among pillows, just say, "Put Netflix on the tablet." 4K» — And the TV does the command. Or you say, "Rise the volume by 20%» While watching the movie without being distracted from the plot.

The function works through a built-in microphone (in models with a AI-A chip, an external remote with a microphone (such as the Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro) or a smartphone with Google Assistant/Alice, but many users face problems: the TV does not respond to commands, does not understand Russian or requires constant repetition of phrases. In this article, we will analyze all the ways of setting up - from basic activation to fine-tuning for perfect recognition.

Important: voice control capabilities depend on the TV model and firmware version MIUI TV. For example, in Mi. TV 5 Pro (2023) supports offline recognition in Russian, and in Redmi Smart TV X50 (2021 – only via the Internet. You can check your model in the Settings menu → On TV.

What Xiaomi TV models support voice control

Not all Xiaomi TVs have a built-in microphone or support voice commands, and here are the key criteria:

• 🔹 Built-in microphone: models with the prefix Pro or AI in the title (e.g., Mi) TV 5 Pro 55", Mi TV Q1E 75") They recognize voice without any other devices.
• 🔹 Remote with microphone: TVs from Mi lines TV 4S, Redmi Smart TV X Requires Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro Remote (with microphone button).
• 🔹 Google Assistant Support: All Android Models TV 9.0+ (Like Mi. TV P1, Redmi Smart TV A2).
• 🔹 Offline recognition: only TVs 2022 and newer (MediaTek 9650 or Amlogic chip) T972).

Critical detail: if your TV is released before 2020, voice control through the built-in microphone is not possible - you will need an external remote or smartphone. MIUI TV: For full operation, you need firmware not lower than 1.6.0 (update to Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).

Method 1: Configure via built-in microphone (for models with AI)

If your TV has a built-in microphone (see table above), follow this instruction.

1. Open the Settings. → Voice control (or Settings) → Smart home. → Voice assistant in older versions).
2. Select “Activate voice control” and confirm permission to access the microphone.
3. Pass a short recognition setting: the TV will prompt you to say 2-3 test phrases (for example, “Enable YouTube”).
4. Enable the option of “Discognition without the Internet” (if available) to speed up response to commands.

Once activated, the microphone will listen to commands in two modes:

• 🎤 By button: press the microphone button on the remote (if any) or say "Hi, Xiaomi" (for models of 2023).
• 🎤 Continuous listening: turn on Voice control in the settings → Standby mode. The TV will respond to phrases without pressing buttons.

Microphone enabled in settings

TV connected to the Internet (for online recognition)

Test command is pronounced ("Log up the volume")

Updated firmware to the latest version-->

Typical problems and solutions:

• 🔇 The TV does not respond to commands: check if the microphone is closed with a decorative panel (relevant for Mi). TV Q1E). Also make sure that in the settings → Confidentiality allowed access to microphone.
• 🔇 Only recognizes English: switch the system language to Russian in Settings → Language and region.
• 🔇 Delay in execution of commands: disable “Recognition without the Internet” – online mode works faster on weak chips.

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If the TV doesn't recognize your voice, try speaking more clearly and closer to the microphone (at a distance of 1-2 meters). Avoid noisy rooms - the built-in microphone is sensitive to foreign sounds.

Method 2: Using the Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro remote

If your TV doesn’t have a built-in microphone (like a Redmi Smart) TV X50), Buy Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro (article) MDZ-26-DC). It has a separate microphone button and supports all voice commands, priced at about 1,500-2,000 rubles.

How to connect the remote:

1. Insert the batteries in the remote (come complete).
2. Press and hold the Menu buttons. + OK 5 seconds until the indicator flashes.
3. On the TV, go to Settings. → DU remote → Add the remote and select "Mi Remote Pro».
4. Follow the on-screen instructions for pairing (the TV and remote must be no more than 1 meter away).

After connection:

• 🎤 Press the microphone button on the remote and say the command (for example, "Open Netflix»).
• 🎤 For Google Assistant, hold the microphone button for 2 seconds – listening animation will appear.

⚠️ Note: The Mi Remote Pro only works with TVs on the TV. MIUI TV. If you have an Android model TV (Like Mi. TV P1), Use Google Assistant via Smartphone.

Method 3: Manage via Google Assistant or Alice from a smartphone

If you don’t have a microphone or a built-in AI-So, use your smartphone as an intermediary, and this method works for all Xiaomi models. TV, Connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the phone.

Configure with Google Assistant (for Android):

1. Install the Google app on your smartphone (if not installed).
2. Open Google Assistant (hold the Home button or say “OK, Google”).
3. Say, "Plug my Xiaomi TV." Follow the instructions on the screen to pair devices.
4. After connecting, use commands such as “turn on the TV in the kitchen”, “Put the series “Game of thrones” on pause”.

Customization through Alice (for iOS/Android):

1. Install the Yandex app with Alice.
2. Open Alice's settings and add the device: Smart Home → Add the device → Television → Xiaomi.
3. Enter your Mi Account (the same as your TV).
4. Now Alice will control the TV on commands: Alice, turn on Mi TV 55 inches, Alice, set the volume 30%».

Limitations:

• 📱 Commands are executed with a delay of 1-3 seconds (depending on the speed of the Internet).
• 📱 Not all applications are supported (for example, IVI Wink may not open on a voice command).
• 📱 TV and smartphone should be on the same Wi-Fi network.

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Google Assistant is better suited for managing multimedia (video, music), and Alice is better for basic commands (on/off, volume).

Full list of voice commands for Xiaomi TV

Xiaomi TVs understand more than 100 commands in Russian, but their set depends on the model and firmware.

📺 Television control

• 🔊 «Turn on the TV / Turn off the TV»
• 🔊 «Turn up the volume by 20% / Set the volume by 50»
• 🔊 «Switch to HDMI 1" / "Open the source AV»
• 🔊 «Turn on the movie mode / Activate the game mode»

🎬 Content management

• 🎬 «Open YouTube / Launch Netflix»
• 🎬 «Put the Lord of the Rings movie on pause»
• 🎬 «Fast forward 5 minutes / Get back to the beginning»
• 🎬 «Play the next episode»

🔍 Search and guidance

• 🔍 «Find the 2023 Comedy»
• 🔍 «Show movies with Leonardo DiCaprio»
• 🔍 «What to see tonight?»

Secret commands (not working on all models):

• 🤫 «Turn on the mode for the visually impaired" (increases contrast).
• 🤫 «Activate Night Mode (reduces blue light).
• 🤫 «Show us the weather for tomorrow (requires internet connection).

If the team fails:

1. Check if it is supported by your model (see the TV guide).
2. Rephrase the query (for example, instead of “turn on the TV” say “turn on Mi”. TV»).
3. Update the firmware – new versions add support for new phrases.

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Create your own commands through Google Assistant: Open the app, go to Settings → Short commands and add your phrase (like "Evening Theater" to run Netflix with the lights off).

Solving the Problem: Why Voice Control Doesn't Work

If the TV doesn’t respond to voice commands, check out these points:

🔧 Hardware problems

• ⚠️ Microphone turned off or silenced: in Mi models TV Q1E The microphone can be closed with a protective film (remove it).
• ⚠️ Remote is not connected: reconnect Mi Remote Pro (press Menu) + OK 10 seconds to reset).
• ⚠️ Weak Wi-Fi signal: voice commands via a smartphone require stable Internet (speed from 5 Mbps).

🔧 Programming errors

• ⚠️ Outdated firmware: update the software in Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• ⚠️ Resetting: If the microphone stopped working after the update, reset to Settings → Preferences → Resetting and remediation.
• ⚠️ Application conflict: turn off VPN or adblockers (such as AdGuard), they can block access to recognition servers.

⚠️ Warning: If the TV stops recognizing voice after resetting, check the region in the settings. Russia should be chosen (not China or Europe) or teams in Russian will not work.

Diagnostics through the service menu:

1. Open the Settings. → On TV.
2. Press 5 times in a row on "Version" MIUI TV» — service menu will open.
3. Choose Audio Test → Microphone Test and check if the microphone is responsive to sound (green bar should appear).

Additional chips: automation and smart home

Voice control on Xiaomi TV You can integrate with other Mi Home devices to create scripts:

• 🏠 «Alice Mode Mode – TV turns on, curtains close (Xiaomi Mi Smart Curtain) and lights dim (Yeelight).
• 🏠 «OK Google, good morning – TV shows weather and smart lamp (Xiaomi Mi) LED Bulb) lights up at 50%.
• 🏠 «Turn on the sports channel – the TV switches to Match TV, Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker is increasing volume.

How to set up the script:

1. Open the Mi Home app on your smartphone.
2. Go to Automation. → Add → User-generated script.
3. Select a condition (such as voice command) and an action (turning on the TV). + other).
4. Save the script and test it out.

The job requires:

• 📱 The TV and other devices must be in the same Mi Account.
• 📱 All devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 📱 The Smart Home option is enabled in the TV settings (Settings) → Smart home. → Connect devices).

⚠️ Note: TV scripts only work in the Mi Home app, not Google Home or Apple HomeKit, and some commands (such as launching a particular movie) may not work due to restrictions. API.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi voice control TV