Owners of the Chinese brand’s modern Smart TVs often face the need to reconfigure peripherals.Situations when you want to untie the remote from the Xiaomi TV can arise for various reasons, from the banal sale of the device to the purchase of a new controller or fix software failures. The standard Bluetooth remote Mi Remote, which comes with most models, creates a stable wireless connection, but sometimes it needs to be forcibly severed.
The process of disconnection is not always obvious, since there is no “Forget the device” button on the menu for themselves. Users have to look for workarounds or use specific key combinations. In this article, we will discuss in detail all possible ways to break the communication between the remote and the TV, and also consider the nuances of working with infrared and voice models.
Before you start taking action, it's important to understand the type of remote you have. Most modern Mi TVs have a Bluetooth module, which allows you to control the TV even without the line of sight of the sensor. However, older models or budget versions can use an IR port that does not require a "detachment" procedure in the classical sense, since it does not store a permanent pair.
Reasons for the need to detach the remote
The main reason why users are looking for a way to untie the remote from the Xiaomi TV is to sell the equipment. When transferring the device to a new owner, it is extremely important to remove all personal pairings to avoid control conflicts. If the remote remains tied, the new owner may face a situation where the TV responds to commands from the old controller located in the next room or apartment.
Another common scenario is to buy a new, more functional remote, such as a switch to a voice-controlled model or a universal backlit remote, in which case the system may not work properly with two active input devices in an attempt to prioritize signals, and a forced disconnect is necessary to clear the list of trusted devices in the TV's memory.
There are also software errors when the remote starts to "glutch": stick buttons, cursor twitches, or the device spontaneously switches channels, in which cases, complete reassignment often solves the problem of connection stability, sometimes you need to reset the settings of the Bluetooth module of the TV to rediscover the controller.
- 🔄 Selling or donating a TV to a new owner.
- 🆕 Replacement of the old remote with a new model with advanced functionality.
- 🐛 Eliminating program failures and team desynchronization.
- 🔒 Improved security and remove unnecessary devices from the list of associated.
And remember, when the remote is lost, you want to make sure that no one else can control your TV if they find the lost device, and while Bluetooth is limited in range, it can be true within the same apartment.
Definition of the type of remote control
Before you start complex manipulations, you need to accurately identify the type of controller you have, and it depends on the algorithm of actions. The remotes for Mi TV are divided into two main categories: infrared (IR) and Bluetooth. IR remotes transmit a signal through light pulses without requiring any prior pairing. If your remote has a transparent IR window on the end, it does not need an undocking procedure - it works on the principle of point and press.
Bluetooth remotes, by contrast, require an initial pairing setup, and they allow you to control your TV by hiding the remote in your pocket or by putting it behind the couch, and they leave a digital trail in an Android TV or PatchWall system, and you can tell the type by trying to control the TV by pointing the remote control away from the receiver, and if you do, you have a Bluetooth model that needs to be uncoupled.
There are also hybrid models that use IR for basic functions (volume, power) and Bluetooth for voice search and navigation, and in such cases, it is the Bluetooth component that needs to be detached. Visually, Bluetooth remotes often lack a visible IR emitter, and their body has a microphone and a voice assistant button.
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Check the battery compartment: if there is a pairing button (usually small, in depth), then the remote is exactly Bluetooth and requires a binding/uncoupling procedure.
The table below shows the main differences that will help you navigate faster:
| Characteristics | IR remote (Infrared) | Bluetooth remote |
|---|---|---|
| Type of communication | Light pulses | Radio waves |
| We need direct visibility. | Yes. | No. |
| It requires a pairing. | No. | Yes. |
| Radio of action | Up to 7-10 meters | Up to 15-20 meters |
Standard method through system settings
The safest and most appropriate way to untie the remote from the Xiaomi TV is to use the built-in operating system settings menu, which is available on all TVs running Android TV or PatchWall, and you’ll need a working remote or alternative control (like a smartphone app) to navigate the menu.
Go to the main menu and select the settings section. It's usually indicated by the gear in the top right corner of the screen. You need to find the peripheral section. Depending on the firmware version, the path can look like Settings → Remotes and Accessories or Settings → Device → Bluetooth remotes.
In the list that opens, you'll see every device that's ever been connected to your TV. Find your remote (often called Mi Remote or has a model number) and select it and click the confirmation button, and you'll see a context menu where you'll select the "Disable" or "Delete Device" option. The system will request confirmation of the operation.
☑️ Algorithm of decoupling through the menu
⚠️ Note: Once the remote is removed through the settings, it will no longer respond to the TV. Reuse will require a pairing procedure (usually clamping the Back and Home buttons»).
If you can’t log in (the remote is broken), this method won’t work, and you’ll have to use the alternatives described below.It’s also worth noting that some system remotes are marked as System and don’t have an delete button – in which case only a full reset of the TV helps.
Use of alternative management methods
Often, you have to untie the remote, but it doesn't work properly, and you can't get into the settings in the usual way, and then you have alternative control methods, and the most effective one is using your smartphone, and the Google Home app or the official Mi Remote (for models with an IR port on their phone) allows you to have full control of your TV.
Install the Google Home app on your smartphone (Android or iOS). Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Launch the app, it will automatically find your Xiaomi TV. By clicking on the TV icon, you will get a virtual remote on your smartphone screen. You can safely go to the settings and untie the physical remote as described in the previous section.
Another option is the use of USB-Most Xiaomi TVs support peripheral connectivity via USB-And if you plug in a normal computer mouse, you can control the cursor on the screen, and you can get to the Bluetooth settings and remove the problem device, even if the remote is completely out of order.
What to do if Wi-Fi is not working?
Remember that once the remote is successfully untied, the control via the apps or mouse will remain active, and this is a convenient way to temporarily operate the TV before you buy a new controller.
Hardware reset and reconnection
If the software methods are not working or the menu is blocked, you can try hardware resetting of the Bluetooth module. This method helps you forget all the pairings at the iron level. First, completely de-energize the TV by pulling the cord out of the socket. Leave it in this state for 5-10 minutes. This is necessary to discharge the capacitors and reset the module's temporary memory.
While the TV is off, remove the batteries from the remote. Then turn on the TV with a button on the case (not the remote!). Let the system boot up completely. Now try re-hiding the remote by holding the button combination (usually Back + Home or Menu + OK). If the remote is successfully connected, it will create a new record in the system, and the old one can be erased or marked as inactive.
In some cases, factory resetting of the TV itself helps, a radical method that will delete all data, accounts and installed applications, the way to it: Settings → About TV → Reset. Once reset, the TV will be like new, and the remote will have to be re-tied, which effectively means uncoupling from the previous state of the system.
⚠️ Warning: Resetting to factory settings will delete all your Google accounts, subscriptions and app settings. Use this method only as a last resort.
There is also a secret combination for some Xiaomi remotes: hold the Back, Menu and OK buttons simultaneously for 10-15 seconds. The remote indicator can blink, signaling a reset of the controller's internal settings, and then you can try to connect it as a new device.
Solving Connection Problems
Even if you know how to untie the remote from a Xiaomi TV, you may find it difficult to use it, such as not seeing the remote after you reset it, or not letting it be removed. Often the problem is with the batteries that are discharged. Weak charge prevents the Bluetooth module from performing handshake treatment.
Another common problem is interference from other wireless devices. Wi-Fi routers, wireless headphones, and microwaves operate at 2.4 GHz, just like Bluetooth. If the router is close to the TV, it can interfere with stable connectivity. Try to push the router or switch it to 5 GHz.
If the remote stopped working after updating the TV firmware, perhaps the new software has changed the communication protocol, in this case, it is worth checking for updates for the remote itself (if such an option is in the accessory menu) or searching for information about bugs of a particular version of PatchWall on the forums.
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In 90% of cases, connection problems are solved by replacing batteries with high-quality alkaline batteries and restarting the TV completely disconnected from the network.
It's also worth checking if the remote is connected to other devices. Some universal remotes can store multiple profiles in memory. If the remote has been used with another TV or set-top box before, it may try to connect to them, ignoring current TV.