How to set up a Xiaomi TV via phone: the full guide 2026

Why set up a Xiaomi TV over your phone?

Modern Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV 4A/4S/5 Pro and later) support remote control and configuration via mobile devices, which not only simplifies the initial configuration process, but also opens up additional possibilities from synchronizing accounts to using the phone as a remote control or game controller. The main advantage is that you do not need to enter data using an uncomfortable TV remote control: all settings are performed through the usual touch screen of a smartphone.

In this article, we will look at all the ways Xiaomi TVs can be customized via phone, from basic Wi-Fi connectivity to fine-tuning images and sound. We will focus on solutions to typical problems (such as when the TV is not found online) and hidden features that are only available through the mobile app. The instructions are relevant for Android TVs and Google TVs (Models 2020 and later), as well as Android and iOS smartphones.

What Xiaomi models support settings via phone

Not all Xiaomi TVs are equally mobile friendly, and the full-tuning feature via phone is available for the following series:

• 📺 Mi TV 4A/4S (2018–2022 Basic support via Mi Home or Google Home.
• 📺 Mi TV 5/5 Pro/5X (2020–2023 Extended options including Xiaomi account sync and voice control.
• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2/Q2Q (2021–2026 d.) — support from Google TV Integration with Google Assistant.
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV (All models) – limited functionality, only basic settings.

Models older than 2018 (Mi TV 3/3S) may not support modern synchronization protocols. They will require manual adjustment via remote or USB keyboard connection. To find out the exact model of your TV, go to Settings → About TV.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs for the Chinese market (with firmware) CN ROM) They can block the connection through overseas Google accounts, in which case you will need to change the region or install global firmware.

Preparation: What you need to set up a TV through your phone

Before you start, make sure you have:

• 📱 Smartphone on Android 8.0+ or iOS 12+ With Mi Home (for older models) or Google Home (for newer models) installed).
• 📶 Stable connection to a single Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz 5 GHz) for television and telephone, mobile Internet (4G/5G) It is not possible to set up - a local network is required.
• ⚡ At least 50% charge – the synchronization process can take up to 10-15 minutes.
• 🔑 Xiaomi account (for models on the MIUI TV) or Google (for Android) TV/Google TV).

If your TV is not already connected to the Internet, use the hotspot mode on your phone:

1. Activate the mobile access point in the phone settings.
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Network → Wi-Fi and connect to the phone network.
3. Return to the settings via the app.

Method 1: Setup via Mi Home (for older models)

Mi Home is suitable for Xiaomi’s MIUI TV (the 4A/4S series until 2020) and allows you to manage your TV as a smart device, but it does not replace the full Android TV settings.

Instructions:

1. Install Mi Home from Google Play or App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account.
3. Click Add Device (+) → Select Television Category.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen. The TV must be on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the phone.

Through Mi Home you can:

• 🔄 Switch channels and adjust volume.
• 🎵 Manage embedded services (Xiaomi Music, Mi Video).
• 🔧 Set up on/off timers.

⚠️ Note: Mi Home does not have access to image settings (HDR, Dolby Vision and sound (Dolby Atmos) – use the standard TV menu or Google Home app for this.

Method 2: Configure with Google Home (for new models)

Xiaomi TVs on Android TV 9.0+ or Google TV (series 5 Pro, Q1/Q2) support integration with the Google ecosystem, which allows voice control, phone streaming and remote settings.

Step-by-step:

1. Install Google Home from Google Play or App Store.
2. Open the app and click Add (+) → Set up the device → New device.
3. Select your TV from the list (it should show up automatically if connected to the same network).
4. Follow the instructions on the screen, confirming the pairing code that will appear on TV.

After connecting, you will have access to:

• 🎤 Google Assistant (e.g., OK Google, turn on Netflix on your TV»).
• 📱 Remote control through a virtual remote in the application.
• 🔄 Synchronization of YouTube, Netflix, Disney accounts+.
• 📊 Customize your image and sound settings through Google Menu TV.

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If the TV isn’t displayed in Google Home, try resetting your network settings to your TV: go to Settings → Network → Network Reset and reconnect.

Method 3: Configure Wi-Fi and network settings via phone

If your Xiaomi TV is not connected to the Internet, you can set up Wi-Fi from your phone without manually entering a password, which is especially convenient for complex passwords or hidden networks.

For Android TV 9.0+ models:

1. Open on the TV settings → Network → Wi-Fi.
2. Select Connect via phone (or WPS if available).
3. On the phone, go to Settings → Wi-Fi → Additional → Connect the device via WPS.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

For older models (Mi TV 4A):

• 📶 Use the Mi Remote app (available on Google Play) to enter your Wi-Fi password through the virtual keyboard.
• 🔑 Alternative: Connect to the TV USB-keyboard and enter the password manually.

⚠️ Note: Some routers block the protocol WPS If the connection fails, check the router settings (usually in the Wireless section). → WPS).

Additional settings: image, sound and applications

After basic setup, you can optimize your TV settings via your phone, with both standard apps (Google Home) and specialized utilities like TV Settings (available on Google Play for Android TV).

Image setting:

• 🎨 Picture Mode: Select Movie for Movies or Consoles Game (reduces input delay).
• 🌈 Color temperature: For accurate color reproduction, set 6500K (standard D65).
• 🔍 Local dimming: Turn on to improve contrast on Full Array models LED.

Sound setting:

• 🔊 Equalizer: Enhance low frequencies for movies or turn off bass for news.
• 🎶 Dolby Atmos: Turn on in the sound settings if external speakers or soundbar are connected.
• 🔇 Night mode: Automatically reduces the volume of advertising.

To install applications:

1. Open Google Play on your TV or via the web version on your phone (play.google.com).
2. Select an application (e.g. Kodi, Twitch) and click Install.
3. Confirm the installation on the TV if necessary.

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For Xiaomi models on Google TV (such as Mi TV Q2), the Quick Start feature is available, which allows you to open apps directly from your phone through notifications.

Problem Solving: The TV is not connected to the phone

If your Xiaomi TV isn’t found in Mi Home or Google Home apps, check out the following:

To reset the network settings on the TV:

1. Go to Settings → Network → Additional → Network Reset.
2. Confirm the action and restart the TV.
3. Repeat the connection attempt.

If the problem persists, try alternative methods of connecting:

• 🔌 Use it. HDMI-CEC: Connect your phone to the TV via cable USB-C → HDMI (Requires support for DisplayPort Alt Mode).
• 📡 Configure Miracast (wireless display) in your phone settings (Connections) → Image transmission).

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up Xiaomi TV via phone