Google Assistant on Xiaomi TV: how to connect, configure and use voice control

Why do you need Google Assistant on your Xiaomi TV?

Voice control of the TV has long ceased to be a curiosity – it is a standard functionality for modern Smart TV. But if you own a Xiaomi TV (Mi series) TV, Redmi Smart TV Xiaomi TV A), you may have noticed that the default voice assistant is either disabled or working through third-party apps. In this article, we will discuss how to properly configure Google Assistant directly on your TV system without additional remotes or smartphones.

With Google Assistant on Xiaomi TV You can do it:

• 🔍 Search for movies, TV shows and videos on YouTube, Netflix or Prime Video by voice.
• 📺 Switch channels, adjust volume and control playback without remote control.
• 🌡️ Learn the weather, news, or manage smart devices in your home (as long as they are compatible with Google Home).
• 🎵 Run music through Spotify, Yandex Music or other services.

Not all Xiaomi models are important. TV If your TV is released before 2019 or runs on PatchWall older than version 3.0, you may need to update your firmware or use external solutions (for example, Google Nest Mini paired with TV).

Checking the compatibility of the TV with Google Assistant

Before you start setting up, make sure your model supports Google Assistant. Here is the official list of compatible devices (currently for firmware 2023-2026):

If your model is not on the list, check the firmware version:

1. Open the settings → About TV → PatchWall version.
2. Compare it to the minimum supported version: 3.0.128 and higher.
3. If the version is outdated, update the software through Settings → System Update.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs for the Chinese market (CN-Google Assistant can be blocked, in which case you will need to change the firmware region (not recommended for beginners).

Google Assistant Step-by-step setting up on Xiaomi TV

If your TV supports the assistant, follow this instruction, and the entire process will take no more than 5-10 minutes.

Step 1: Connecting to a Google Account

Without a Google account, the voice assistant won't work, unless you've added it already:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts and Security → Add an account.
2. Select Google and log in (use the same account as you do on your smartphone for sync).
3. Confirm access to Google Assistant and Voice Search.

Step 2: Activate voice control

Now, turn on the assistant himself:

1. Open the Settings. → Smart home and devices → Voice assistant.
2. Choose Google Assistant (if you have a choice between XiaoAI and Google).
3. Follow the on-screen tips: Confirm permissions to access the microphone and location.

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Step 3: Set up the microphone

On models with built-in microphone (for example, Xiaomi) TV A Pro or Redmi. X65) No further action is required unless the microphone is available:

• 🎤 Connect an external microphone through USB or Bluetooth (for example, a headset).
• 📱 Use your smartphone with Google Assistant as a remote (via Google Home app).
• 🔊 Buy a Google Nest Mini or Amazon Echo and sync with your TV.

To check the microphone's performance:

1. So, you say, "OK, Google, what day is it?"
2. If the TV responded, the setup was successful.
3. If not, restart the TV and repeat the steps.

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If the TV doesn’t respond to voice, try turning off and turn the microphone back on in the Privacy settings. → Applicants' authorizations.

The main voice commands for Xiaomi TV

Once you've set up, you can control the TV with your voice, and here's a list of the most useful commands.

Important: for smart home teams, the TV must be connected to the same Google account as other devices (lamps, sockets, cameras).

Solving common problems

Even after you set it up properly, you can have errors, and we'll look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: TV doesn’t respond to “OK, Google”

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔇 Microphone is turned off: check the settings → Confidentiality → Microphone.
• 📵 No Internet: Voice commands are processed by Google cloud, without the network will not work.
• 🔄 Assistant Failure: Restart the TV or reinstall Google Assistant via Settings → Annexes.
• 🗣️ Low Microphone Sensitivity: Speak more clearly or approach the TV.

Problem 2: Error "Google Assistant Unavailable"

This error is usually associated with:

• 🌍 Incorrect Account Region: Change the country in Google settings to supported (e.g., the U.S. or the U.K).
• 🔒 Manufacturer restrictions: some Xiaomi TV Google Assistant blocked at firmware level in China.
• 📱 Conflict with other assistants: disable XiaoAI in Settings → Smart home.

⚠️ Note: If you see a message saying "This device is not certified", then the TV has not passed Google's check, in which case only the flashing to the global version of PatchWall (risky for beginners) will help!).

Problem 3: Voice Search Works, but Doesn't Drive TV

If Google Assistant answers questions but does not switch channels or adjust volume:

1. Check if TV control is enabled in the assistant settings: Settings → Voice assistant → Device management.
2. Update your TV firmware to the latest version.
3. Reset the Google Assistant settings to factory and reset it.

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If the TV doesn't respond to control commands (on/off, volume), there's likely to be a lack of access rights. → Annexes → Google Assistant → Permits.

Additional features: synchronization with a smart home

If you have other smart devices (Yeelight lamps, Xiaomi sockets, Ezviz cameras), they can be controlled via a TV using Google Assistant.

1. Make sure all devices are added to Google Home (via the app on your smartphone).
2. Open on the TV settings → Smart home and devices → Add the device.
3. Select Google Home and log in.
4. After syncing, say, for example, “OK Google, turn off the lights in the hallway.”

Supported ecosystems:

• 💡 Xiaomi Mi Home (only devices with Google Assistant support).
• 🔌 Tuya Smart or Smart Life.
• 📹 Nest, TP-Link Kasa, Philips Hue.

Limitation: Some Xiaomi devices (such as older sensors or lamps) may not support integration with Google Home.

Alternatives to Google Assistant on Xiaomi TV

If for some reason Google Assistant is not suitable (for example, due to regional restrictions), consider alternatives:

If you choose between Google Assistant and XiaoAI, focus on your tasks:

• 🌍 For international services (Netflix, Spotify) and smart home – Google.
• 🇨🇳 For offline teams and work without the Internet – XiaoAI.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Google Assistant on Xiaomi TV