How to set up on-air channels on a Xiaomi TV via an antenna: full instruction 2026

Setting up terrestrial TV on Xiaomi TV via an antenna is a challenge that every user faces after buying a device. Despite its apparent simplicity, the process can be challenging, from choosing the right type of connection to finding the optimal frequencies for your region. In this article, we will look at all the steps from hardware preparation to fine-tuning channels, including solving typical signal problems.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV 4S/4A/5 Pro/6/Q2/Q1E, etc.) feature a universal tuner that supports DVB-T/T2 and DVB-C standards. However, even with automatic search, users often get an incomplete list of channels or encounter image artifacts. The reasons lie in the wrong antenna settings, outdated firmware or broadcast features in your region. Next, you will find step-by-step instructions relevant to the models of 2020-2026, taking into account the latest updates to the MIUI TV interface.

1.Equipment preparation: what is needed to connect the antenna

Before you start setting up, make sure you have everything you need.

• 📡 Supported antenna DVB-T2 (for digital TV) or DVB-T (For urban areas, a room antenna with an amplifier is suitable, for country houses, a street antenna is suitable.
• 🔌 F connector cable (standard coaxial cable) RG-6). The length should not exceed 15-20 meters without an amplifier.
• ⚡ Power supply for active antenna (if required).Some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV Q1 75") have a built-in connector to power the antenna through the cable (5V/100mA).
• 🔧 Adapter (if necessary): If your TV doesn’t have a built-in tuner (rarely, but found in older models), you’ll need an external tuner. DVB-T2 prefix.

Check the compatibility of your Xiaomi model TV Most devices released after 2018 support DVB-T2 "out of the box. The exception is some OLED-Chinese market models (e.g. Mi) TV LUX OLED), You can specify the specifications on the official website or in the documents for the TV.

⚠️ Note: If you use a collective antenna (in an apartment building), make sure it is upgraded to digital TV. Older systems often only support analog signal, which will lead to no channels after 2026.

2. Connecting antenna to Xiaomi TV: step-by-step instruction

The connection process takes no more than 5 minutes, but requires accuracy.

1. Turn off the TV socket, and it'll prevent static electricity from damaging the ports.
2. Connect the antenna cable to the ANT IN (or RF IN) connector on the back of the Xiaomi TV. The connector is usually located next to the HDMI ports and marked with the yellow ring.
3. If the antenna is active (with amplifier), connect the power supply to the 220V network. For models with ANT POWER support (for example, Mi TV P1), you can supply power directly through the cable - turn on the option in the Settings menu → Antenna → Power antenna.
4. Turn on the TV and wait for the MIUI TV interface to load fully.

Once connected, check the physical integrity of the cable: overburdens or damage to the shielding braid can cause interference. If the image snows or channels are not located, try replacing the cable with a shorter or better screen (for example, RG-59 instead of RG-6).

TV off | Cable connected to ANT IN| The antenna power unit is on (if required) | No visible cable damage | Powering the antenna via TV is activated (for supported models)

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3. Automatic channel search: quick setup

Automatic search is the easiest way to customize channels, but it doesn't always give you the perfect result.

1. Open the Settings menu (button with a gear on the remote).
2. Go to the Channels section → Channel setting → Search engine.
3. Select the signal source: Etheric TV (DVB-T/T2) - for digital channels; Analog TV - if in your region still broadcasts in the old format; Cable TV (DVB-C) - if connected through an operator (for example, Rostelecom or MTS TV).

Start the search with the Start button, and it takes 3-10 minutes depending on the number of multiplexes in your area.

Once the search is complete, the TV will save the channels it found, but the automatic mode has the following disadvantages:

• Weak channels (e.g. regional channels) may be allowed to pass through.
• The order of the channels is incorrectly determined (for example, the First Channel will be in the 30th position).
• There is no sorting by topic (news, sports, children).

For fine-tuning, go to manual search (Section 4).

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If the automatic search finds fewer than 20 channels, check the direction of the antenna. For digital TV (DVB-T2), the optimal position is strictly to the nearest tower. The tower coordinates can be found on the RTRS website (enter your address).

4. Manual channel search: for power users

Manual adjustment is required in three cases:

1. Search engine didn't find part of the channels.
2. You need to add a specific channel (e.g. regional).
3. Change the order or name of the channels.

Instructions for manual search:

1. From the Settings → Channels → Manual Search, select the signal type (DVB-T2 or DVB-T).
2. Specify the frequency of the multiplex. For Russia, the following ranges are relevant: Multiplex Frequency (MHz) Channels RTRS-1 (RTRS-1) 474-698 First, Russia-1, Match TV, NTV, 5 channel, etc. RTRS-2 (RTRS-2) 474-698 REN TV, CTS, TNT, Muz-TV, TVC, etc. Regional Depends on the Local Channels area (for example, 78 channel in Moscow)
3. Enter the frequency for your region (check on the RTRS website) and start a search.
4. Repeat for all multiplexes. After searching, save the channels with the Ready button.

Critical detail: if the TV doesn't save the channels found after manually searching, reset the tuner to factory settings (Settings → Channels → Reset) this will solve the problem 90% of the time.

5. Set up the order and names of channels

By default, Xiaomi TV sorts channels by multiplex numbers, which is not always convenient.

1. Open the list of channels with the TV button on the remote.
2. Press Menu. → Edit channels.
3. Select a channel and use the ↑/↓ buttons on the remote to move.
4. To rename, click OK on the channel → Rename.

Advice on organization:

• 📺 Group channels by theme: news (1-10), entertainment (11-20), sports (21-30).
• 🔍 Remove duplicates: if one channel is found in multiplexes (e.g., NTV in multiplexes) RTRS-1 and RTRS-2), Leave the version with the best signal.
• 📌 Please use your favorite channels: MIUI TV You can add up to 5 channels to your favorites (long tap on the "Favorites"). OK).

6. Solving Signal and Image Problems

If the channels don’t show the image or sound is interrupted, check the following points:

• 📶 Signal Level: in the Settings menu → Channels → The signal state should be at least 70%, if less, reorient the antenna or use an amplifier.
• 🔄 Interference: Check if 2.4 GHz devices (Wi-Fi routers, microwaves) are running nearby.
• 🔌 Power antenna: if you have an active antenna, make sure the power supply is connected to the network. TV (Like Mi. TV A2 43) do not support power via cable.
• 📡 Tuner settings: in manual mode, try changing the bandwidth to 8 MHz (for Russia) or Auto.

If the problem persists, reset the tuner settings:

Settings → System → Reset → Reset channel settings

After resetting, repeat the automatic search.

⚠️ Note: In some regions (for example, the Far East) for stable reception DVB-T2 Requires a range-enabled antenna UHF 600-800 MHz Standard room antennas often do not cover this range.

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If the TV finds channels but they don't show ("no signal"), the reason may be outdated firmware. Update the software through Settings → About device → System update.

7. Update firmware to improve reception

The manufacturer regularly releases updates to correct tuner errors.To update Xiaomi TV:

1. Connect your TV to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable).
2. Go to Settings → About the device → System update.
3. Click Check Updates. If a new version is available, follow the instructions on the screen.

After the update, it is recommended to reset the channel settings and repeat the search, because new versions of the firmware can change the signal processing algorithms.

For models without Internet access (for example, Mi TV 4S 32" in a country house), you can update the firmware manually:

1. Download the firmware file for your model from the official Xiaomi website.
2. Copy it onto a flash drive in FAT32 format.
3. Connect the flash drive to the TV and run the update via Settings → About device → Update via USB.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up channels on Xiaomi TV