Digital TV has become the standard for viewing on-air, cable and satellite channels, and Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV series, Redmi Smart TV series, Xiaomi TV A) support all modern broadcast formats: DVB-T2 (on-air), DVB-C (cable) and DVB-S/S2 (satellite). However, many users face difficulties in the first setup - channels are not located, the image slows down or does not have a signal. In this article, we will analyze all the ways of setting, from automatic search to manual addition of transponders, and solve typical problems with reception.
It is important to understand that the process depends on the TV model (for example, Mi TV 4S and Xiaomi TV Q2 have different versions of firmware) and the region (in Russia and Europe, different coding standards are used).We will take these nuances into account and give universal recommendations that will suit most Xiaomi devices on MIUI TV or Google TV (in new models).
1. Preparing Xiaomi TV to set up channels
Before you start searching for channels, make sure that:
- 📶 The antenna is connected to the connector. RF IN (or ANTENNA IN) You'll need satellite TV for the back. LNB-plate-cloth.
- 🔌 Power the antenna is turned on (if you use an active antenna with an amplifier, connect it to a 220V network or USB-port).
- 📡 The direction of the antenna corresponds to the location of the nearest tower (check on the RTRS website).
- 🔄 The TV has been updated to the latest firmware version (relevant for 2020-2026 models).
If you use cable TV from a provider (for example, Rostelecom, MTS, Beeline), check the settings: symbol frequency (Symbol Rate), modulation (QAM-256 or QAM-64) and network ID (Network ID).
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with Google TV (2022-2026 models) channel settings menu hidden deeper – it can be found through Settings → Channels → Set up a TV or voice assistant (say: “Tune channels»). 📊 What type of television do you use (DVB-T2)Cable (DVB-C)Satellite (DVB-S)IPTV (Automatic search of digital channels The easiest way is to use the auto-search function (DVB-T2) cable (DVB-C) Instructions: Open the Settings menu (button) ⚙️ Go to the Channels section. → Tune in TV → Automatic search. Select the source of the signal: 📡 Antenna - for air TV (DVB-T2). 📺 Cable - for cable TV (DVB-C). Specify country: Russia (or your region if the TV supports local settings) and start searching with the Start button. When you're done, the TV will save the channels you found and ask you to sort them out. If you don't find the channels, you can manually adjust them. RF IN| The right country (Russia/Europe)| Active antenna power is included (if any)| Is the TV firmware updated?--> 3. Manual channel setting (DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S) If the automatic search didn't work, try manual mode. It's also needed to set up satellite TV (DVB-S/S2), Because the search engine here often fails (DVB-T2): Go to Settings. → Channels → Manual setting → antenna (DVB-T2). Enter the parameters for your region (example for Moscow): 📌 Frequency: 546 MHz (first multiplex) and 498 MHz (second multiplex). 🔄 Bandwidth: 8 MHz. 📡 Modulation: 256-QAM. Click Search and wait for the result (DVB-C): Check the parameters with the provider. An example for Rostelecom: 📌 Frequency: 298 MHz. 🔄 Symbol speed: 6875 kSym/s. 🔐 Modulation: QAM-256. 🆔 Network ID: 1 (or another, according to the provider (DVB-S/S2): You will need your satellite data (for example, Yamal). 402 or ABS-2): 🛰️ Satellite: Select from the list (e.g. Yamal) 402 @ 55°E). 📡 LNB type: Universal (9750/10600). 📌 Frequency: 11766 (for Tricolor TV). 🔄 Symbol speed: 27500. 🔐 Polarization: Horizontal (H) or Vertical (V). After entering the parameters, click Search. If channels are not found, check the direction of the plate or try another transponder. Where can I get the parameters for manual adjustment? For on-air TV (DVB-T2) multiplex frequencies can be found on the RTRS website - select your region and see the data for digital RTRS packages-1 and RTRS-2. For cable TV (DVB-C) settings are provided by the provider - usually they are specified in the contract or on its website (section "Television settings (DVB-S) For transponder data, look for the operator's website (for example, Tricolor or NTV-Plus). 4. IPTV Xiaomi TV If you use IPTV (TV over the Internet, Xiaomi TVs support two ways to connect: via the built-in app IPTV: Open the Apps → IPTV. Enter data from the provider (URL playlist.m3u or.m3u8). Save and restart the application via third-party applications (e.g, SS IPTV, Lazy IPTV): Download the app from Google Play (on Google models) TV) or through the App Store (on Mi) TV Download the playlist with channels (file.m3u) annex. On Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV (models until 2022) built-in IPTV-The app may not support playlists with authorization – in this case, use Smart IPTV or OTT Player. 💡If IPTV Check the speed of the Internet: SD-The quality is at least 5 Mbps, for Full HD — 15–20 Mbps Connect the TV to the router via cable (LAN) 5. Sorting and controlling channels After successful channel search: 🔢 Sort: Go to Settings → Channels → Manage channels and drag channels in the right order. 🚫 Remove unnecessary: select the channel with a tick and click Remove. 🔒 Block (for children): set a password in Settings → Security → Blocking channels. 📁 Create groups: for example, "Sport", "Children's", "News" (available not on all models). On Google TVs TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2 43) Channels are managed through the Live TV section of the main menu, where you can add channels to Favorites or hide their display (MIUI TV) The Way to the Menu (Google) TV) Sorting channels Settings → Channels → Management → Change the order of live TV → Settings → Channel Management Channel Removal Settings → Channels → Management → Choose. → Delete Live TV → Settings → Edit the list Blocking Channel Settings → Security → Blocking channels Profile → Parental Control Settings Update the Settings List → Channels → Update the Live TV list → Settings → Update channels 6. Solving channel setup problems If channels are not located or the image is slowing down, check the following points: 📶 No signal or weak signal. 🔌 Check the antenna connection – the cable must be tightly inserted into the connector RF IN. 📡 For on-air TV: reconfigure the antenna direction (use the Antenna Point compass or app). 🔋 If the antenna is active (with amplifier), make sure it is connected to the power supply (via the power supply). USB or network adapter). 🛠️ Check the cable for damage – replace it with a new one if there are ruptures or oxidation. 🔄 Channels are there, but they don't show 🔒 The channels may be encrypted (e.g. Tricolor TV or NTV Plus pay packets). CAM-module and smart card. 📺 Check the broadcast format: some channels can be broadcasted in the HEVC (H.265), That doesn’t support older Xiaomi models (until 2019). 🔄 Update the TV firmware - go to Settings → On TV. → Updating the system. ⚙️ The TV is getting stuck when looking for channels 🔄 Reboot the TV: press the power button on the remote 10 seconds. 🗑️ Reset the TV tuner settings: Settings → Channels → Resetting settings. 🔧 If the problem repeats, complete the reset (with deletion of all data): Settings → On TV. → Reset to factory. ⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 3.0 and older (models) 2020–2021 When you reset your TV tuner, you also reset all stored Wi-Fi networks! 💡If the TV does not catch the second multiplex (RTRS)-2), Check if your model supports the standard. HEVC (H.265). The list of compatible devices is on the website of RTRS. 7. Set up channels on Xiaomi TV Stick Xiaomi TV Stick (and its counterparts, like the Mi Box S) don't have a built-in TV tuner, so you can't set up air and cable channels on them: 🌍 IPTV via (SS IPTV, TiviMate). 📺 Streaming services (Kinopoisk, Okko, Wink, YouTube) TV). 📡 Satellite TV through external USB-tuner (like Hauppauge WinTV), but this requires additional settings. TV Stick connect the external DVB-T2 prefix HDMI Switch between the source of the signal on the remote. FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up channels on Xiaomi TV 🔍 Why does Xiaomi TV not find channels automatically? There are several reasons: Weak signal - check the antenna and its direction. Wrong country - install Russia or Europe (depending on the region). Outdated firmware - update the TV through Settings → On TV. → System Update: Multiplex issues – some channels may not be broadcasting temporarily (check the RTRS website). 📡 How do you know multiplex frequencies for my region? Go to map.rtrs.rf, enter your community and see the RTRF.-1 and RTRS-2. For example, for Moscow it is: RTRS-1: 546 MHz, 34 TVK.-2: 498 MHz, 24 For cable TV, check the frequency with the provider. 🔒 How to Unblock Pay Channels on Xiaomi TV? To view encoded channels (for example, Tricolor TV, NTV-Plus) you will need: CAM-module (e.g. Neotion or Conax) and operator smart card. Insert module in CI-slot on the back of the TV (if any) in the Settings menu → Channels → Setting up CI activate the module. CI-Slot, use the prefix from the operator. 🔄 How to reset channel settings on Xiaomi TV? There are two ways: Reset only the TV tuner (other settings are saved): → Channels → Reset TV Settings Full reset (all data including Wi-Fi and accounts deleted): Settings → On TV. → After the reset will have to reconfigure the channels and connect to the network. 📺 Can I record the air on Xiaomi? TV? Yes, but with limitations: On models with MIUI TV There is a Timeshift function (pause and winding of the air), but this requires an external USB-drive (a flash drive or hard drive). Google TV Ether recording is not supported - use USB-tuner with recording software (e.g. ProgDVB on PC) To activate Timeshift: Connect USB-drive (minimum 8GB). Go to Settings → Channels → Timeshift. Enable the function and specify the disk to record.