Set up the remote from the Xiaomi TV on the phone: a complete guide with solutions to typical errors

Why Xiaomi’s Smartphone Could Replace a TV Remote – and When It’s Really Handy

Lost remote from the TV Xiaomi Mi TV Or do you just want to control it over your phone? Modern Android smartphones (including Redmi models, POCO and Mi) can completely replace the physical remote with built-in IR transmitter or support Wi-Fi/Bluetooth-But not everyone knows that you need to not only download the app, but also set up the right sync with the TV, especially if you're talking about models with Mi. TV Stick or Google TV.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can customize things, from the standard Mi Remote app to universal solutions like Peel Smart Remote or Google Home, and we’ll also talk about how to get around common mistakes, like when your phone doesn’t find your TV or the buttons on the screen don’t respond, and if your Xiaomi doesn’t have an IR port, we’ll show you alternatives using Wi-Fi Direct or HDMI-CEC.

Before you start, check out two key points:

• 📱 Phone model: IR port is in flagships (Mi 11, Mi 12, Redmi Note 10 Pro and newer), but is absent in budget series (Redmi). 9A, POCO M3). See the list of supported devices in the table below.
• 📺 Television model: Control technology depends on firmware. TV 4S (2020 only supports IR, and Mi TV Q2 (2022+) — Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).

Method 1: Configure using the standard Mi Remote app (for IR-ported phones)

If your Xiaomi smartphone is equipped with an infrared transmitter, the most reliable way is to use the proprietary Mi Remote (formerly Mi Remote Controller) app, which is pre-configured to work with Xiaomi, Redmi and other brands that support IR control.

To set up the remote:

1. Download Mi Remote from Google Play (or update if the app is already installed).
2. Open the application and allow access to the Camera (needed for the IR transmitter) and Memory.
3. Click Add Device → Select Television → Xiaomi brand category.
4. Point your phone to the TV (no more than 5 meters away) and follow the instructions on the screen.

If the TV doesn't respond:

• 🔄 Try manual code entry. TV 4A This is usually 1234 or 0000 for Mi. TV Q2 — 5678 For a full list of codes, see spoiler below.
• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the phone and the TV (glass, walls block the IR signal).
• 🔋 Check the phone’s charge – at levels below 15%, the IR transmitter may not work well.

Method 2: Control over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth (without an IR port)

If your Xiaomi phone is not equipped with an IR transmitter (such as the Redmi 9T or POCO X3 NFC), you can use wireless protocols:

• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct for Android TVs TV (Like Mi. TV P1 or Mi TV A Pro).
• 🔵 Bluetooth – for models with support BLE (Mi TV Q2 2022 and newer).

To configure via Wi-Fi:

1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Devices → Add an accessory.
3. In the list, find your phone (the name of the Xiaomi model) and confirm the pairing.
4. Install the Google TV app (for Android TV) or Mi Home (for PatchWall).

For Bluetooth control:

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone and TV.
2. In the Mi Home app, select Add Device → TV.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen. The TV can request a code confirmation (usually 0000 or 1234).

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If the TV doesn't show up in the pairing device list, try resetting the network settings: Settings → System → Reset → Network reset. After you restart, try again.

Important: Xiaomi PatchWall-based TVs (such as Mi TV 4X) do not support Bluetooth control via third-party apps – only through Mi Home or Mi Remote with IR.

Method 3: Universal applications (Peel, AnyMote, ZaZa Remote)

If standard methods don't work, try universal remote applications, which support codebases for thousands of devices, including Xiaomi, Sony, LG, and others.

Instructions for Peel Smart Remote:

1. Download the application and allow access to the Camera (for IR).
2. Select Add Device → Television → Xiaomi
3. Point your phone to the TV and wait for the automatic code selection.
4. If it doesn’t work, enter the code manually (see spoiler above).

For Google Home:

1. Make sure that your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open Google Home, click + → Set up your device → New device.
3. Select your TV from the list (e.g. Mi TV P1).
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the pairing.

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Universal apps may not support all of the features of the original remote (such as voice search or running specific applications).

Problem Solving: Phone Can't Find TV or Buttons Are Not Working

If the setup was successful, but the management is not working, check the following points:

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall firmware (e.g. Mi) TV 4X) Maybe the mode is off. HDMI-CEC, It's blocking control from your smartphone. To turn it on, go to Settings. → HDMI-CEC → Turn it on.

Common mistakes and ways to eliminate them:

• 🔴 The phone can't find the TV on the TV. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth: Reboot both devices. Check that the TV is not connected to the guest network (it can block local interaction). Update the TV firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🔴 The buttons on the phone screen don't respond: Remove the device from the app and add it again. Check if the IR port on the phone is blocked (like a case). For Google Home, try the command: OK Google, turn on Mi. TV" — If the voice assistant finds the TV, the problem is in the app.
• 🔴 Delays in pressing buttons: For IR remotes: reduce the distance to the TV. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth: Check the speed of the Internet (delays occur when pinging) > 100 miss).

If nothing helps, try resetting your TV settings to factory:

Settings → System → Reset → Reset all settings

After resetting, repeat the setting of the remote again.

Additional features: voice control and automation

Xiaomi's smartphone can not only replace the remote, but also expand the capabilities of the TV.

• 🎤 Voice control via Google Assistant or Alice (for Android TVs) TV).
• ⚙️ Automation with Mi Home or Home Assistant (e.g., turning on TV when you start Netflix on your phone).
• 📱 Using the phone as a gamepad for Mi games TV (via GameSir app).

To set up voice control:

1. Make sure that the TV is enabled Google Assistant (Settings → Devices → Voice Assistant).
2. Download Google Home and connect your account to your TV.
3. Activate the voice assistant on your phone (e.g., say “OK Google, turn on Mi TV on Netflix”).

Automation through Mi Home:

1. Add the TV to the Mi Home app (Devices section → Add).
2. Create a script: Automation → New script → Condition (e.g., “Run Netflix on your phone”) → Action (“Enable Mi TV”).

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If you have a Mi TV Q2 with Google TV, install the Button Mapper app on your phone, which allows you to assign physical phone buttons (such as volume control) to control the TV.

Comparison of methods: which management method to choose?

The choice of method depends on the model of the phone and the TV, and below is a comparative table with the pros and cons of each option:

Selection recommendations:

• If the phone has an IR port → Use Mi Remote (most stable).
• If the TV is on Android TV → Configure Google Home via Wi-Fi.
• If you need advanced features (voice, automation) → combine Mi Home + Google Assistant.
• If nothing works → Try Peel Smart Remote with manual code entry.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up the remote on Xiaomi