How to Turn Off Xiaomi TV Right TV: way + fixing

Xiaomi TVs TV (including the Mi models TV 4A/4S/4X/5/5X/Q1/Q2 Redmi Smart series TV) There are several ways to turn off, from the classic button to voice control, but not all users know that simply tapping the remote does not always mean completely switching off: many devices go into standby mode with power consumption to power consumption. 0.5 In this article, we will analyze all official and hidden methods of disconnection, as well as solve typical problems - from "does not respond to the remote control" to forced shutdown when getting stuck.

The thing about PatchWall (and its global versions) is that it's actively promoting energy-saving modes, which means that even after you turn off, the TV can stay online for quick start-ups or updates. If you want to turn off the device completely, read the physical shutdown section. If the TV is dead and doesn't respond to commands, go to the emergency reset instructions.

1. Classic button-off on the remote

The most obvious way is to use the standard Xiaomi Mi Remote (or compatible ones), but even here there are nuances: depending on the model and the firmware version, the Power button can work differently.

  • πŸ”„ Standby mode (default): the TV "turns off" but stays connected to the network for updates and quick start. The indicator on the front flashes red or white.
  • ⚑ Full shutdown: only available when holding the Power button for more than 3 seconds (on some models - 5 seconds.
  • πŸ›Œ Sleep Mode: If the Sleep Timer feature is activated in the settings, one tap can put the TV into sleep mode with a timer.

To check the current status, look at the LED indicator:

- Flashing red: Standby mode (consumption) ~0.5 W).

- Burning white: on or in update mode.

- Extinguished completely: completely off (0 W consumption).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi models TV Q2 2023+ Holding the Power button for more than 10 seconds resets the sound settings to factory. This bug is fixed in firmware 1.4.65+.

πŸ“Š What remote you use for Xiaomi TV?
The original Mi Remote
Universal remote control
Mi Remote app on your smartphone
Voice assistant
Other

2.Switch off the physical button on the TV

If the remote is lost, dead or not working, you can use a mechanical button on the case.

  • πŸ“Ί On the back panel on the right (models Mi) TV 4A/4S/4X).
  • πŸ“Ί Under the Mi logo on the bottom frame (series) Q1/Q2/Redmi Smart TV).
  • πŸ“Ί On the right side (models with a thin frame, for example Mi) TV 5 Pro).

Algorithm of action:

  1. Find the button (usually it is recessed in the case to avoid accidental pressing).
  2. Press once and the TV will go into standby mode.
  3. To completely turn off, hold the button 5-7 seconds to (double signal or light indicator go out).

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On some models (e.g., Mi) TV Lux OLED) The physical button is aligned with the touchpad:

  • Short touch – on/off (standby mode).
  • Long-term retention (3)+ sec. - total shutdown.
  • Double-touching is a reboot of the system.

3.Voice control: "OK, Google" and Alice

Xiaomi TVs with Google TV or PatchWall (Global/Chinese firmware) supports voice shutdown via built-in assistants:

AssistantTeam team.ConditionsSupported models
Google Assistant"Okay, Google, turn off the TV."Internet connection and activated microphone on the remote control are requiredAll models with Google TV (Like Mi. TV Q1 2022+)
Alice (Yandex)Β«Alice, turn off Xiaomi. TVΒ»You need to connect TV to Yandex account in the Yandex app for devicesMi TV 4S/5X (only for Russia)
XiaoAI (Chinese version)«»It only works on PatchWall firmware. CNRedmi Smart TV X, Chinese versions of Mi TV

Importantly, voice shutdowns always put the TV in standby mode, not completely shut it down, and to completely shut down after a voice command, you have to hold the Power button on the remote or the case.

⚠️ Note: On PatchWall 3.0 and below, the voice assistant may accidentally turn on the TV at night to respond to extraneous sounds. Turn off Voice Awakening in Settings (Settings) β†’ Smart home. β†’ Voice assistant).

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If the TV doesn’t respond to voice commands, check the microphone on the remote: it may have become contaminated or turned off in the settings (Settings) β†’ Remote and accessories β†’ Microphone).

4. Shutdown via Mi Home or Mi Remote

Remote control of the TV is available through the official Mi Home (for smart home) and Mi Remote (virtual remote).

Method 1: Mi Home (requires a TV connection to your Xiaomi account):

  1. Open the Mi Home app on your smartphone.
  2. Select your TV from the list of devices.
  3. Click on the icon. ⚑ (feeding).
  4. Select Turn Off (standby mode) or Complete Shutdown (if supported by the model).

Method 2: Mi Remote (works as a virtual remote):

  1. Download the Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS).
  2. Add the TV through device search (should be enabled Bluetooth on TV).
  3. Use the virtual Power button the same way you would on a physical remote.

The advantage of this method is the ability to turn off the TV from another room or even remotely (if the TV and phone are on the same Wi-Fi network).

  • ❌ Does not work if the TV is getting stuck (a physical shutdown is required).
  • ❌ On some models, Redmi Smart TV A Series) the application does not support full shutdown - only standby mode.
How to connect your TV to Mi Home if it doesn’t appear in the list?
1. Make sure the TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4GHz). 2. On the TV, go to Settings β†’ Smart home. β†’ Add the device. 3. Select the TV and follow the instructions on the screen. 4. If the TV does not find the network, reset the Wi-Fi settings on it (Settings). β†’ Network β†’ Forget the net).

5. Forced shutdown when getting stuck

If the Xiaomi TV is frozen (does not respond to remote control, buttons, voice commands), you will need an emergency shutdown.+ Long-term retention of the Power button (10)+ (b) causes a forced reset, but does not always work in critical failures:

Method 1: Software reboot (if the screen reacts but no commands are executed):

  1. Hold the Home button on the remote for 5 seconds and the app menu will open.
  2. Select Settings β†’ On TV. β†’ Reboot.
  3. Confirm action. The TV will restart in 1-2 minutes.

Method 2: Hardware reset (if the TV is not fully responsive):

  1. Turn off the TV from the outlet.
  2. Hold the physical Power button on the body for 15 seconds (even if the TV is off!).
  3. Connect the power back - the TV will turn on in recovery mode.
  4. If you see a Recovery menu, select Reboot system now (move – volume buttons, select – Power).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi models TV s OLED-screens (e.g., Mi) TV Lux Transparent Edition: A sudden power outage can cause a temporary afterglow of pixels. Once turned on, let the TV work for 10 minutes in the settings menu for self-testing matrix.

Method 3: Discharge through ADB (for advanced users):

If the TV is stuck in the boot phase (the Mi logo burns for more than 5 minutes), you can try sending a reboot command via the download. ADB:

adb connect [IP- TV address]


adb shell reboot

To find out IP-TV address, check the list of devices in the router or use the Fing app.

6. set up automatic shutdown (Sleep Timer)

Sleep Timer allows you to program the automatic shutdown of your TV after a set time, which is convenient if you fall asleep while watching a movie or forget to turn off the TV.

Method 1: Through the settings menu:

  1. Go to Settings β†’ System β†’ Sleep Timer.
  2. Select the time of disconnection (15 minutes to 4 hours).
  3. Activate the option to turn on the timer.

Method 2: Voice command (for models with Google Assistant):

  • Say, β€œOK, Google, set a timer to turn off the TV in 1 hour.”
  • The assistant will confirm the installation and show the notification on the screen.

Method 3: Through the Mi Home app:

  1. Open the TV card in the app.
  2. Choose Automation. β†’ Timer of shutdown.
  3. Set the time and days of the week (for example, daily at 23:00).
ParameterDescription
Delayed shutdownThe TV will turn off at a set interval (for example, 30 minutes after the timer is activated).
Time-out switch-offThe TV will be turned off at a fixed time (for example, at 23:30 every day).
Eco regimeIt also reduces brightness before switching off (saving energy).
Ignore activityIf it is on, the timer will work even if you interact with the remote.

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Auto-timer shutdown does not cancel firmware updates. If the update starts downloading at the scheduled time, the TV will remain on until the update is completed.

7. Complete power outage: when and how to do it

Even in standby mode, Xiaomi TV consumes electricity (from 0.3 to 1.5 W depending on the model).

  • πŸ”Œ Long-term absence from home (more than 3 days).
  • 🌩 Thunderstorms or surges (protection from damage).
  • πŸ›  Repair or cleaning of the television.
  • πŸ”„ After a firmware update (sometimes a cold restart is required).

How to de-energize correctly:

  1. Pull the plug out of the socket or turn off the power through the network filter.

What happens when you turn off power:

  • βœ… Temporary cache data is reset (can speed up work after switching on).
  • ❌ Time and date settings are reset (synchronized again when connecting to the Internet).
  • ⚠️ In the models with OLED-frequent shutdowns reduce the matrix life (recommended no more than 1 time per week).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs TV Android 11+ (Like Mi. TV Q2 2023) full power outage resets settings HDMI-CEC. After turning on, you may need to reconfigure the synchronization with external devices (confixes, soundbars).

8 Problem Solving: The TV doesn't turn off

If Xiaomi TV does not respond to off-site commands, the reasons may be as follows:

Symptoms.Possible causeDecision
Not responding to the remote.Batteries are out, interference from other devicesReplace the batteries, check the remote through the smartphone camera (infrared signal should flash)
Turns off and starts right off.Quick Start or Auto Update is activatedTurn off the Settings. β†’ Power supply β†’ Quick launch.
The Power button is not working.Firmware freeze or button damageUse a physical button on the case or disconnect from the socket
Voice commands don't work.Microphone is disconnected or not connected to the InternetCheck the microphone settings in Settings β†’ Voice Assistant

If nothing helps:

  1. Reset the settings to factory (Settings) β†’ On TV. β†’ Data resetting).
  2. Update the firmware through USB (instructions on the official website of Xiaomi).
  3. Contact the service center if the problem is hardware (for example, the power button is faulty).

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Before resetting, record or take a photo of network settings (Wi-Fi password), accounts (Google, Xiaomi) and image/sound settings – this will save time after reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions

Can you turn off Xiaomi? TV button on the body every day?
Yes, the mechanical button is designed to be at least 50,000 clicks (according to Xiaomi). TV Q1) It is better to avoid frequent pressing - over time, the sensor may lose sensitivity.
Why does the indicator keep burning after switching off?
This is normal: a red/white indicator signals standby mode. Full quenching of the indicator occurs only when physical shutdown (pulling the plug out of the socket) or holding the Power button for more than 5 seconds (on supported models).
How to turn off automatic turn on timer?
Go to Settings. β†’ System system β†’ Timers and automation and disable Auto-Inclusion and Scheduled Update options. Also check the Google Assistant settings - sometimes the assistant turns on TV via voice reminders.
What if the TV turns off on its own?
The reasons may be different: πŸ”‹ Overheating – check the vents on the back panel. ⚑ Unstable power supply – connect the TV through a network filter. πŸ€– Firmware failure – update the software or perform a reset. ⏰ Sleep Timer activated, check the timer settings. If the problem recurs, contact the service, it could be a power supply malfunction.
How to turn off Xiaomi TV remote?
Options: Use a physical button on the body (see section 2). Control via the Mi Remote app on your smartphone. If the TV is connected to Google Home, use a voice command via a speaker or smartphone. HDMI-CEC Turn off the TV with the power button on the connected console (for example, Xiaomi Mi Box).