How to translate the TV Xiaomi in Russian: 5 working ways

Have you bought a Xiaomi TV with Chinese firmware or experienced an unexpected change in interface language? This problem is familiar to many Mi TV and Redmi TV owners, especially when buying devices through foreign platforms. Unlike smartphones, where changing the language takes a couple of clicks, TVs often require more complex manipulations, from hidden button combinations to complete flashing.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to Russify Xiaomi TVs (including models from 2020-2026), and also warn against common mistakes that can turn your TV into a brick.

1. Standard method: change the language through the settings menu

If your Xiaomi TV is turning on and reacting to the remote, the first thing you should do is change the language through the standard menu. TV 4/4A/4S/4X/5/5X, Redmi TV 70/85 Newer ones if the firmware is not modified.

Instructions:

• 📺 Press the Settings button on the remote or select the settings icon on the home screen.
• 🌐 Scroll to the Preferences (or System) section → Language & Input on New Versions).
• 🇷🇺 Select Language and find Russian (or Russian) in the list).
• ✅ Confirm the selection and wait for the reboot (may take up to 1 minute).

If the list does not contain Russian, it means that your firmware is not localized, in which case you will need to update the software or install it manually (more on this in the following sections).

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Mi) TV Q1E) After changing the language, the Mi Account may be reset!

2. Hidden Developer Mode: Forced Language Change

If the menu does not have the option to change the language or it is blocked, you can use the developer mode, this method is suitable for Android TVs (including Xiaomi with MIUI TV firmware).

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Settings. → About TV (or About).
2. Find the Build number and click on it 7 times in a row (the notification “You became a developer”) will appear.
3. Go back to the main settings menu and select a new section for developers (Developer options).
4. Activate Force RTL layout direction – this will temporarily “break” the interface, but will open access to hidden settings.
5. Restart the TV and try to change the language again through the standard menu.

If the Russian language never appeared after this, then there is no localization package in the firmware, in which case only manual installation of the language package or complete flashing will help.

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On some models, the Mi TV 4S 55") When you activate the developer mode, you have Locale in the settings menu. ru_RU forced-russification.

3. Updating the firmware via the Internet (automatic method)

The safest method of Russification is to update firmware over the Internet, and the manufacturer regularly releases global versions of the software that support Russian, which is suitable if:

• 🔄 TV connected to Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
• ⚡ Access to Xiaomi servers (no locks in the region).
• 📦 The current firmware has an update option (not all Chinese versions support it).

How to update:

1. Go to Settings. → System system → Update of the software (System) → Software update).
2. Click Check for updates (check for updates).
3. If a global version is available (e.g. MIUI TV V6.2.1 Global), confirm download and installation.
4. Wait until the process is completed (the TV will restart 1-2 times).

After updating, Russian should appear in the settings. If there are no updates, try resetting the region:

Settings → Accounts and Security → Region → Select “Russia”

⚠️ Note: On TVs with Chinese firmware (CN ROM) Automatic updates can block access to global servers, in which case you will need to manually install firmware through the Internet. USB.

Download the latest version of the software from the official website|Format the flash drive into FAT32|Copy the firmware file to the root USB|Turn off the TV before installation|Do not press buttons during the process-->

4. Manual installation of firmware via USB (for power users)

If automatic updates are not available, you can install global firmware manually, a method that is suitable for Mi TV 4/4A/4S/5 and Redmi TV models, but requires caution: improper actions can lead to a loss of warranty or failure of the TV.

What you need:

• 💾 USB-storage device (up to 16 GB), formatted in FAT32.
• 📄 Official firmware for your model (you can download it on the Xiaomi website).
• ⚠️ Backup copy of settings (if possible).

Instructions:

1. Download the archive with firmware (for example, mibox3_ota_20260515.zip) and unpack it.
2. Place the firmware file (usually with the.zip or.pkg extension) in the root USB-storage.
3. Turn off the TV and insert the flash drive into USB-port.
4. Press and hold the Menu button on the remote + Power button on the TV for 10 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
5. From the menu, select Update via USB and confirm the installation.

It takes 5-15 minutes. After the restart, check for Russian in the settings.

5. factory reset (if other methods did not help)

If language change is not possible due to software failures or blockages, a complete reset will help, which will return the TV to the “out of the box” state, but will delete all installed apps, accounts and personal data.

How to reset your settings:

1. Open Settings → System → Reset and Backup (System → Reset & Reset).
2. Select Factory Data Reset (Factory Reset).
3. Enter. PIN-code (if requested) or confirm the action.
4. Wait until the process is complete (the TV will restart several times).

After discharge:

• 🔄 The TV will prompt you to select the language at the first setting - select "Russian».
• 📶 Connect to Wi-Fi and check for software updates.
• ⚠️ If the Russian language is missing, then there is no localization in the firmware - manual installation will be required (see section 4).

⚠️ Note: On TVs with a Mi Account (e.g. Mi Account) TV Q2) After reset, you may need to enter your login and password. If you do not remember the data, use the recovery service.

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Factory reset is the last chance to make the TV work without flashing it back, and use it if other methods fail or the interface is completely broken.

6. Alternative methods: if nothing works

In rare cases (for example, on custom firmware TVs or after a failed update), standard methods do not help.

Method 1: Installation of a language package via ADB

This will require a computer with ADB drivers installed and USB debugging enabled on the TV.

adb connect [IP- TV address]


adb install ru_pack.apk

Where ru_pack.apk — language-pack TV (You can find it on forums like this. 4PDA).

Method 2: Using a voice-controlled remote

On some models (Mi TV 5 Pro), Google Assistant can understand commands in Russian even when the Chinese interface is in use.

OK Google, change your language to Russian.

Method 3: Contacting a Service Center

If the TV is guaranteed, and Russification fails, contact the official Xiaomi service. In Russia and CIS countries, the firmware will be updated for free.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the Russification of Xiaomi TVs