How to completely disable voice control on a Xiaomi TV: 5 working methods

Voice control on Xiaomi TVs is a useful feature for those who actively use smart assistants, but not all users like it when TV spontaneously reacts to phrases from movies, commercials or random sounds, especially annoying the automatic turn on of the microphone when you say "Hi, XiaoAI" or "OK, Google", which can work even while watching content.

If you’re tired of false positives, random ad inclusions, or just want to increase privacy, this article will help you completely deactivate your voice assistant. We'll look at the official ways through menus, hidden settings for advanced users, and radical methods like factory reset. TV 4/4A/4S/4X/5/5X, Redmi Smart TV Other lines based on PatchWall or Google TV.

Important: Some methods require an internet connection or firmware update. If your TV is running an outdated version of software (e.g. MIUI TV 1.5 and below), check the available updates first in Settings → About TV → System Update.

1. Standard shutdown via PatchWall settings

The easiest way to deactivate the voice assistant is to use the built-in menu, which works on most PatchWall models (including the Mi TV 4S 55, Mi TV 5 Pro, and others).

Instructions:

1. Turn on the TV and press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to Smart Home and Devices → Voice Assistant XiaoAI.
3. Move the slider Enable voice control to the off position..
4. Confirm the action if there is a request to disconnect.

⚠️ Attention: Some firmware may lose access to smart home functions (light bulb control, robot vacuum cleaner, etc.) if you use Xiaomi Home, check the health of your devices after the changes.

Check out PatchWall (Settings → About TV)

Connect the remote to the TV (replace the batteries if necessary)

Record the current smart home settings (if you use)

Disable Bluetooth devices (headphones, speakers) to avoid conflicts

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If you don't have XiaoAI on the menu, your model is using Google Assistant instead of the company's solution, and then move on to the next section.

2. disable Google Assistant on Android TV models

Xiaomi Android TVs (such as Mi TV Q1/Q2 or Redmi Smart TV X Series) use Google Assistant instead of XiaoAI.

• 🔍 Go to Settings. → The device → Assistant.
• 🔇 Select the item Voice input and deactivate the slider.
• 🛑 To completely disable, go to Settings → Annexes → All apps, find Google and turn off auto-start.

Some firmware may require resetting microphone settings:

Settings → Device → Enter → Microphone → Reset settings

⚠️ Note: When you turn off Google Assistant, voice commands for YouTube, Netflix, and other apps will stop working. If you only need these features, just turn off the hot word (OK, Google), leaving the assistant itself active.

3. Hidden settings for advanced users (ADB)

If standard methods do not work, you can use ADB debugging. This method is suitable for advanced users and requires a computer with Android SDK drivers installed.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your TV: Go to Settings → About TV. 7 times click on the build number (you will be a developer notification).

Settings → Additional → For Developers

USB debugging

USB 3.0

adb connect [IP- TV address]:5555


adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.mitv.appstore

(For models with Google TV, use com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox)

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause you to lose warranty or the TV to work unstable.Before you execute commands, back up your settings through Settings. → System system → Backup.

Physical shutdown of the microphone (for technically savvy)

If the software doesn't work, you can physically turn off the microphone, which is a good way for users who are willing to disassemble the TV. ⚠️ Warning: Disassembly voids warranty and can damage the device if negligent actions.

What you need:

• 🔧 Set of screwdrivers (cross, flat, torks) T5-T10).
• 🧲 Antistatic bracelet (optional, but recommended).
• 📸 Smartphone for photographing disassembled details.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the TV and wait for the full cooling (10-15 minutes).
2. Remove the back cover, carefully poke it with a plastic card around the perimeter.
3. Find a microphone module – it’s usually located next to a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna (look for a small board with holes).
4. Disconnect the microphone plume or seal its holes with tape.

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Before disassembling, take a picture of all the plumes and screws, which will help to avoid errors in the assembly. Pay special attention to the mounting of the matrix - do not touch it without gloves!

⚠️ Note: On some models (Mi) TV 5 Pro, Redmi MAX (98) The microphone is integrated into the main board, in which case it is not possible to physically disconnect - use software methods.

5.Resetting to factory settings as a last resort

If none of these methods work, you'll have a complete reset, which will delete all settings, including accounts, apps, and stored data.

• 🔄 Voice assistant turns on spontaneously even after turning off in settings.
• 🛠️ The TV is slowing down or making errors after changes in the ADB.
• 🔒 You sell TV and want to delete all personal data.

How to reset:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Reset all settings (not to be confused with Reset Network Settings!).
3. Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

After discharge:

• 📱 Do not connect your Xiaomi or Google account during the initial setup phase – this will prevent automatic voice assistant recovery.
• 🔕 Manually disable all permissions for the microphone in Settings → Confidentiality.

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Factory resets are the only way to guarantee that you will remove all traces of the voice assistant, including cache and system files, but after this procedure, you will have to reconfigure all settings of the TV, including Wi-Fi connection and application installation.

6. Alternative solutions: how to reduce false positives

If you don’t need to turn off voice control completely, but want to reduce the number of random activations, try these methods:

⚠️ Note: If you use Xiaomi Home to control smart devices, disabling the voice assistant can block some automation scenarios (such as voice light control or air conditioning).

FAQ: Frequent questions about voice control