How to set up channels on a Xiaomi TV without internet: a complete guide to 2026

Modern Xiaomi TVs offer convenient Smart features TV, But what if the Internet is not available, and you need to set up on-air or cable TV? Without a connection to the network, many users face problems when finding channels — the system can give errors or offer online updates. In fact, setting channels without the Internet is possible on all Mi models. TV, including Mi TV 4A/4S/5 Pro, Mi TV P1 mi TV In this article, we will analyze step-by-step instructions for manual and automatic search, as well as tell you how to save the found channels and avoid typical errors.

Many people mistakenly believe that without the Internet, Xiaomi TVs will not be able to find channels at all (DVB-T2, DVB-C) They operate independently of the network, and the problem is often the wrong settings of the signal source or region, for example, if the menu selects the wrong broadcast standard (DVB-T instead DVB-T2), We'll go through all the details, including setting up the antenna, choosing the right frequency range, and saving the channel list.

1. Preparing Xiaomi TV to set up channels

Before you start looking for channels, make sure the TV is properly connected to the signal source (DVB-T2) Use a digitally enabled indoor or outdoor antenna (DVB-C) — Connect the cable from the provider to the connector ANT IN on the back of the Mi TV.

⚠️ Warning: If you're using an active amplifier antenna, check that the power supply is connected to the mains. Without power, the signal will be too weak to receive stable reception.

It's also worth checking out:

• 📶 Cable quality: Use a 75 ohm coaxial cable. Cheap cables can cause interference.
• 🔌 Correct connection: The connector must be screwed to the point, but without excessive effort - this can damage the socket.
• 📡 For on-air TV, turn the antenna towards the nearest tower (you can find out the direction on the RTRS website).

If you have tried to configure channels before and you have an error, reset the TV tuner settings. → Device and preferences → TV and entrances → Resetting TV settings.

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If the TV doesn’t find any channels, try connecting the antenna to another device (such as a set-top box or a second TV). If there is a signal, it’s a problem with Xiaomi’s settings, if not, check the antenna or cable.

Selection of signal source: DVB-T2, DVB-C analog

Xiaomi TVs support several broadcast standards, and you need to choose the right one depending on the type of connection:

To select the source of the signal:

1. Press the Home button on the remote and go to Settings (cog icon).
2. Select Device and Preferences → TV and entrances → Tune in TV.
3. In the Signal Source section, specify the required standard (DVB-T2, DVB-C or analog).

⚠️ Attention: If you choose DVB-C, The TV will ask for operator parameters (symbolic speed, modulation, frequency) and can be checked with the provider or on its website (DVB-T2) Additional parameters are not required.

3. Step-by-step instruction: automatic channel search

Automatic search is the easiest way to customize channels, and it's good if you don't know the exact frequency of broadcasts in your area.

1. Open the Settings. → Device and preferences → TV and entrances → Tune in TV.
2. Select Automatic Search.
3. Specify the source of the signal (DVB-T2 air-borne DVB-C cable-TV).
4. If the operator parameters are requested (for DVB-C), For Rostelecom, this is usually: Symbolic speed: 6875 Modulation: 256 QAM Frequency: Depends on region (e.g. 314 MHz for Moscow).

Start the search

If the search fails:

• 🔄 Check that the antenna or cable is connected correctly.
• 📍 Make sure you select the right region (in Location settings).
• 🔧 Try resetting the TV tuner settings (see Section 1).

Selected the correct signal source (DVB-T2/DVB-C)

An antenna or cable connected to the connector ANT IN

The menu shows the correct region.

For DVB-C operator parameters

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4. Manual addition of channels: if the automatic search does not work

If the automatic search didn't find channels or missed some, you can add them manually, which is true for regions with low signal or non-standard broadcast frequencies, and you will need multiplex frequency data for your city (you can find them on the RTRS website or from a local provider).

Instructions for manual adjustment:

1. Go to Settings. → TV and entrances → Tune in TV → Manual search.
2. Select the signal type (DVB-T2 or DVB-C).
3. Enter the multiplex frequency (e.g. 546 MHz for the first multiplex in Moscow).
4. For DVB-C Also specify symbolic speed and modulation (data from the provider).
5. Click Search. If the signal is found, the channels will be added to the list.

Critical information: In some regions, broadcasting is conducted at non-standard frequencies (for example, 498 MHz instead of 546 MHz). If manual search does not work, try entering frequencies in 8 MHz increments (for example, 490, 498, 506 MHz, etc.).

Example of frequencies for manual input (first and second multiplexes in Russia):

First multiplex (RTRS-1): 546 MHz or 498 MHz (depending on region)


Second multiplex (RTRS-2): 490 MHz or 578 MHz

5.Save and sort the channels found

After a successful search, the Xiaomi TV automatically stores all the channels found, but their order can be chaotic (for example, radio stations go first, then TV channels) to sort the list:

1. Open the channel panel by pressing the button TV remote.
2. Select Channel Management (pencil icon or three dots).
3. Click Change Order and drag the channels to the right place.
4. To remove unnecessary channels, highlight them and click Remove.

You can also create a favorite:

• 📌 Select the channel in the list.
• Press and hold the OK button on the remote.
• Choose Add to Favorites.

⚠️ Warning: If you accidentally delete the desired channel, do not close the control menu - click Cancel or restart the search again. Once the menu is closed, it will be impossible to restore the deleted channels without re-searching.

6 Problem Solving: No signal, no channels saved, search errors

Even with the right settings, there can be errors, and let's look at the typical problems and the ways to solve them:

If the TV gives an error "No signal" or "Weak signal":

• 📶 Check that the antenna is connected to the connector ANT IN (non- HDMI or AV).
• 🔧 Try using another cable or signal amplifier.
• 📡 For on-air TV, turn the antenna towards the TV tower (coordinates can be found on the map of the RTRS).

If the channels are found but do not show (black screen or no signal):

• 🔄 Restart the TV (press the power button on the remote for 5 seconds).
• 📺 Check that the signal source menu is selected TV, not TV. HDMI or AV.
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware manually (if you have access to it) USB-port).

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If the TV finds channels, but they don't save after the reboot, the problem may be the damaged memory of the device, in which case only resetting to factory settings or contacting a service center will help.

7. Set up channels on older Xiaomi models (Mi) TV 3, Mi TV 4 2018)

Xiaomi TVs released before 2019 (for example, Mi) TV 3 or early versions of the Mi TV 4) have a different menu interface:

1. Press the Menu button on the remote (not Home!).
2. Go to Settings. → TV → Auto-tuning.
3. Choose Digital TV (DVB-T2) or cable TV (DVB-C).
4. For DVB-C enter the operator parameters (symbolic speed and modulation).
5. Start the search and wait until it is completed.

These models may not have manual search, and if the automatic search fails,

• 🔧 Try resetting TV settings through Settings → TV → Reset.
• 📡 Connect the antenna via an external receiver (set-top box) and use HDMI-entrance.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TV 3 When you reset your TV settings, you also reset all user settings (language, time, network settings.

8. Alternative ways to watch TV without the Internet

If you can not configure channels through the built-in tuner, consider alternative options:

• 📺 External TV set-top box: Connect the receiver (such as Xiaomi Mi Box or operator console) via HDMI. This will allow you to use cable or satellite TV without depending on the built-in tuner.
• 💾 USB-Player: Record the air channels on USB-storage device by another device (for example, T2-) and play them on the Mi. TV.
• 📡 Analog: If analog TV is still broadcasting in your region, use the old console with output AV (RCA) And plug it in to Xiaomi. TV adapter AV→HDMI.

To view recorded programs or movies without the Internet:

1. Download the content on USB-storage device (in format) MP4, MKV or AVI).
2. Connect the flash drive to the USB port on the TV.
3. Open the built-in media player (Media or Files on the menu).

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs do not support video playback with higher resolution 4K through USB. If the file does not open, convert it to Full. HD (1080p) with programs like HandBrake.

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The external console is the most reliable way to get stable TV without depending on the built-in tuner. TV (For example, YouTube or Netflix when you connect to the Internet later.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up channels on Xiaomi TV