How to switch channels on a Xiaomi TV: all ways from A to Z

Xiaomi Mi TVs have gained popularity thanks to a combination of affordable prices, high-quality screen and smart features. But even experienced users sometimes have questions about basic operations - such as how to switch channels correctly. At first glance, the task is simple, but depending on the model (Mi TV 4A, Mi TV 5 Pro, Mi TV Q2) and the version of the MIUI TV firmware, the methods may differ.

In this article, we'll look at all the different ways you can switch channels, from the classic remote to voice control and gestures, how to set up your favorite channels, use Quick Switch, and what to do if your TV doesn't respond to commands, and for older models, we'll give you the latest solutions to analog TV problems.

1. Switching channels using a standard remote

The main way to control is a remote control (DU), which comes with a few buttons for working with TV channels:

• 📺 Buttons «CH+»/«CH-» — Switch to the next/previous channel in the list.
• 🔢 Digital buttons (0-9) — Direct input of the channel number (e.g, «1» for Channel One).
• 📋 The “List” or “Guide” button opens the program and the list of channels.
• ⭐ Favorites button – quick access to selected channels (if configured).

On Mi TV 4S and later, the CH+/CH- buttons can be delayed if the TV is connected to the Internet and updates the program, in which case press the button twice at 1 second intervals, which will speed up the reaction.

⚠️ Warning: If the remote doesn't respond, check the batteries (they discharge faster when you use button lights frequently) and there's a Reset button on the back of the remote, press it with a pin if you're out of touch with the TV.

2. Voice control: how to switch channels without remote control

Xiaomi TVs with support for Google Assistant or Alice from Yandex allow you to control voice channels.

1. Activate voice assistant: For Google Assistant: press the microphone button on the remote or say "OK, Google." For Alice, click the button with the Yandex logo (if supported by your model).

• "Switch to NTV."
• "Show Channel One"
• "Next Channel" / "Previous Channel"

The interface of the application repeats the buttons of the physical remote, including the CH+/CH- and the digital keyboard.

• 👆 Swipe your finger up/down on the smartphone screen – switching channels.
• 👉 Swipe left/right - Volume adjustment.
• Update the channel list: Run AutoSearch in the TV tuner settings menu. On dual tuner models (e.g. Mi). TV Q2 75" can be set to the picture in the picture (PiP). To do this: Open the first channel. Press the PiP button on the remote (or Settings. → Screen. → Select the second channel for the small window. FAQ: Frequent questions about switching channels to Xiaomi TV 🔍 Why does Xiaomi TV slow down when switching channels? This may be due to: Weak antenna signal — check the cable and amplify the signal. CPU overload — close background applications (for example, Netflix or YouTube). With outdated firmware — update the software in the Settings menu → System Update: If the delays only occur when you are using voice control, turn off Voice Search in the Google Assistant settings. 📶 How to switch channels to Xiaomi TV without antenna (via the Internet)? To watch TV over the Internet: Connect the TV to Wi-Fi. Install apps: 📺 Wink (for Russia) 📺 Peers.TV or TVIL (for Ukraine/Belarus) 📺 Pluto TV (international)
• Switch channels directly in the application interface.

Some models (such as the Mi TV P1) support built-in IPTV – add a playlist to the Settings → Channels → IPTV menu to do this.

Update the TV firmware.

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On some channels (such as sports) sound can be transmitted in AC3 format, which is not supported by the TV, in which case only changing the signal source (for example, switching from an antenna to IPTV) will help.