Xiaomi Radio Adjustment: FM, DAB+ and Alternative Ways to Listen

Why Xiaomi Radio Doesn't Work for Everyone

Owners of Xiaomi smartphones often face a problem: the device menu does not have a built-in FM-radio, although the specifications indicate frequency support. FM-chips (for example, in models on Qualcomm Snapdragon) 4xx/6xx The manufacturer does not always activate the function at the software level, and moreover, in the latest flagships (for example, Xiaomi). 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro+) The chip may be missing altogether, and is being replaced by streaming services.

The situation is complicated by the fact that DAB+ The radio (digital standard) in Xiaomi devices is not supported at the hardware level – it can only be listened to through third-party applications or external consoles. In this article, we will discuss all working ways of configuring the radio, including workaround solutions for models without any hardware. FM-chip, as well as the nuances of working with Mi Remote and smart speakers Xiaomi.

Before you start setting up, check if your smartphone has hardware radio support.

• 🔍 Go to Settings. → The phone. → Full specifications and look for a mention FM-radio FM receiver.
• 📱 Use the app. CPU-Z (Soc section – if there are supported functions FM Radio, chip's present.
• 🛠️ Check out the processor model on Qualcomm’s website – for example, the Snapdragon 660 supports FM, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is not.

Method 1: Built-in FM-radio (for models with a chip)

If your smartphone is equipped with FM-It's a chip, but it's not on the menu, it can be activated through hidden settings or third-party software. POCO base MIUI 12-14, and some Xiaomi models for the global market (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3).

Try the standard path first:

1. Connect wired headphones (they act as an antenna).
2. Open the FM Radio app (if it is on the menu).
3. Click Scan - the device will find available stations.

If there is no application, install the official software from Xiaomi:

• 📥 Download. FM Radio for MIUI (The version should match your firmware).
• 🔧 After installation, restart the phone and check for the icon.
• 🎧 If the radio is not catching the station, try using headphones with a 3.5 mm connector (adapters for the radio). USB-C less effective).

Are the wired headphones connected (required!)

Official FM Radio app for MIUI installed

Checked firmware version (update may turn off radio)

Is the energy saving mode turned off (it blocks) FM-chip)

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Important: On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro), the radio can only work in regions where it is legally allowed. If you see an FM error not supported in your region, try changing the region in the settings:

1. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Region.
2. Choose a country where FM-Radio is permitted (for example, India or Russia).
3. Reset the device.

Method 2: Radio via Mi Remote (for smart speakers and TV)

If you use a Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker or a Mi Box, you can set up the radio via the Mi Remote app, which is suitable for listening to both FM and Internet radio stations, and the main condition is that the device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network with the smartphone.

Instructions for setting:

1. Install the Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS).
2. Add your device to the Managed list (e.g. Mi Smart Speaker or Mi Box S).
3. Go to Radio (or Music → Radio for some models).
4. Select the source: 📻 FM-radio – if the column supports (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) AI Speaker). 🌍 Internet radio - list of preloaded stations (BBC, Europa Plus and others.).

For the Mi Box (Android TV) algorithm is different:

• 📺 Install TuneIn Radio or Radio Garden from Google Play on the console.
• 🔊 Connect speakers or soundbar through HDMI ARC Bluetooth.
• 🎵 Launch the application and select the station – you can control from the remote or through Mi Remote.

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If Mi Remote does not have a Radio section, update the smart speaker firmware through the Mi Home app. Go to Device → Settings → Software Update.

Method 3: Internet radio via apps (for all models)

If not on your smartphone FM-The advantage of this method is that there is no antenna binding, stations from all over the world are available, you can listen in the background).

Top.-5 Radio listening apps on Xiaomi:

To save traffic:

• 📶 Use Wi-Fi instead of mobile internet.
• 🔊 In the application settings, select the bitrate 64-96 kbps (for example, in TuneIn: Settings). → Sound quality).
• 📴 Turn off background play in other applications (e.g. Settings) → Battery → Optimization).

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Internet radio is the only way to listen to DAB+ on Xiaomi smartphones, as no model supports this standard at the hardware level.

Method 4: Set up a radio on Xiaomi via ADB (for advanced)

If there is one on your smartphone FM-chip, but it is blocked by firmware, it can be activated through ADB-This method is suitable for devices with unlocked bootloader and developer rights. Attention: incorrect commands can cause system failure - back up the data before starting.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times)
2. Enable USB debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the commands: adb shell su setprop radio.fm.enabled true reboot

After restarting, check for the app. FM Radio. If it's not there, install it. APK-manual file (see Method 1).

Alternative method (for firmware based on Android 10+):

• 📁 Download the module. FM Radio Enabler for Magisk.
• 🔧 Install it with Magisk Manager and restart the device.
• 🎵 After that, the standard radio application will appear in the menu.

Method 5: External FM-transmitters and antennas

If none of the software methods worked, there is a hardware solution – connecting an external one. FM-This is relevant for owners of Xiaomi. 13/14, Redmi K60 and other flagships without FM-chip.

Device options:

• 📡 FM-Transmitter for cars (for example, Xiaomi Roidmi) 3S) — Connected via Bluetooth or USB-C, radio-transmitter.
• 🎧 Headphones with FM-receiver (e.g. Sony) MDR-EX155AP) — have a built-in chip and antenna.
• 📻 USB FM-tuner (e.g., Terratec) NOXON DAB Stick – works with applications like SDRTouch.

To connect the USB-tuner:

1. Connect the device through OTG-adapter.
2. Install the SDRTouch app.
3. In the settings, select the signal source (RTL-SDR).
4. Run the frequency scan (for example, for Moscow - 88.0-108.0 MHz).

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When using external FM-Disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your smartphone – they can cause interference.

Problem Solving: Radio is not working or catching well

If the radio is turned on but the stations are not located or the sound is interrupted, check the following points:

Problem 1: No sound or stations are not scanned

• ⚡ Check the headphones connection – they should be wired (Bluetooth is not suitable for the FM).
• 🔋 Make sure the battery is more than 20% charged when the charge is low. FM-chip-off.
• 📡 Try to change the location – near the window or on the balcony the signal is stronger.

Problem 2: Radio is a radio that is jammed.

• 🎧 Use headphones with longer cable (they are better at picking up the signal).
• 📵 Turn it off. 4G/5G — Mobile networks can create noise.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone – sometimes a driver reset helps FM-chip.

Problem 3: Radio application is not available after MIUI update

⚠️ Note: After major updates (e.g., with the MIUI 13 by 14) annex FM Radio may disappear:

1. Remove the update via Settings → Apps → FM Radio → Remove the updates.
2. Install. APK-file of the old version (for example, with APKPure).
3. Turn off automatic updates to the app in Google Play.

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If after all the manipulations the radio does not work, most likely, your model is not FM-chip at hardware level – check the specifications on the GSMArena website.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up a radio on Xiaomi