How to connect voice search on Xiaomi TV: full instructions with pictures

Xiaomi TVs of the latest generations support voice control, but not all users know how to activate this feature correctly. TV, Redmi TV Xiaomi Smart TV Box allows you to quickly find movies, run apps and even manage a smart home without a remote. In this article, we will discuss all the ways of connecting, including setting up through Google Assistant, Alice and built-in MIUI Voice.

It's important to understand that voice control capabilities depend on the TV model and the firmware version. TV A Series supports only basic commands, while flagship Mis support only basic commands. TV Q2 or Mi TV Master can recognize complex queries and integrate with Xiaomi’s smart home.We’ll look at the universal methods that work on most devices, and point to hidden settings that aren’t written about in the official instructions.

If your TV doesn't respond to voice commands, the problem may be a disconnected microphone, outdated firmware, or regional restrictions. FAQ Solving the most common mistakes – from lack of voice response to failures when connecting to Wi-Fi.

1 What are Xiaomi models TV Support voice search

Not all Xiaomi TVs have a built-in microphone for voice control, and here are the key series where the feature is available out of the box:

• 📺 Mi TV Q2 / Q1E — The flagship models with support for Google Assistant and MIUI Voice (including smart home management).
• 🎬 Mi TV Master – premium series with dedicated microphone in the remote and advanced commands for content search.
• 💰 Redmi TV A Series (2022+) — budget version with basic voice search (only by movie and app titles).
• 📦 Xiaomi Smart TV Box S / 4K — Google Assistant with a remote with microphone.

If your model is not included in the list, check for a microphone on the remote (usually indicated by a button with a microphone icon). 🎤). Televisions without built-in microphone (e.g. old Mis) TV 4A) You can connect to voice search through:

• 📱 Smartphone with Google Assistant (via Device Management).
• 🎙️ External microphone (connected via Bluetooth or via USB-adapter).
• 🔊 Smart speaker (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) AI Speaker or Google Nest Mini).

To find out exactly if your TV supports voice search, go to Settings. → On TV. → Specifications and find the Voice Control item or MIUI Voice. If it's not there, you'll have to use external devices.

⚠️ On Xiaomi TVs for the Russian market (with firmware) MIUI TV RU) Google Assistant may be disabled by default due to sanctions restrictions. MIUI Voice or smartphone connection.

2. Preparing the TV for voice search settings

Before activating voice control, you need to follow several mandatory steps, and if you skip them, you risk running into errors such as "Microphone not detected" or "Service is not available in your region."

Update the TV to the latest version

Connect the TV to the Internet (Wi-Fi or Ethernet)

Sign in to Xiaomi (Mi Account) or Google

Check the microphone on the remote (press the button) 🎤)

Shut down. VPN, if used-->

The most critical item is the firmware update. MIUI TV voice search may not work properly or it may not work at all:

1. Open Settings → About TV → Update system.
2. Click Check Updates and wait for the latest version to download.
3. If the update is not available, download the firmware manually from the official Xiaomi website (select your model) and install through Local Update.

Also make sure that the TV is connected to the Internet, and the voice commands are processed on Google or Xiaomi servers, so without the network, the function will not work. VPN, Turn it off – some regions (e.g. China) block access to Google Assistant.

For full work of voice search will require authorization:

• For MIUI Voice – Sign in to Mi Account (via Settings) → Accounts and security).
• For Google Assistant, log in to your Google account (via Settings) → Accounts. → Add an account).

⚠️ Note: If you bought a TV in China (firmware) MIUI TV CN), In this case, you will need to change the region to Russia or Global through the service menu (instructions in the section about errors).

3. Method 1: Configuring the built-in MIUI Voice

MIUI Voice is Xiaomi’s proprietary voice assistant that works without a Google connection. It supports Russian, but the functionality is limited compared to Google Assistant. For example, it can’t manage a smart home or answer complex questions, but it does a great job of finding content and launching apps.

To activate MIUI Voice:

1. Open the Settings. → Voice control → MIUI Voice.
2. Press Enable. MIUI Voice and confirm permissions to access the microphone.
3. Choose the language (Russian or English).
4. Take a brief training: say 2-3 Test phrases (e.g., “Turn on Netflix").

After activation, you can use voice commands by holding the microphone button. 🎤 Here's a list of supported requests:

If MIUI Voice does not respond to commands, check:

• 🔊 Does the microphone work on the remote (try talking closer to the remote control).
• 🌐 Is the TV connected to the Internet (voice commands are processed on Xiaomi servers).
• 🔄 Is the firmware updated (older versions may not support Russian language).

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If MIUI Voice doesn't understand your speech, try switching to English in settings and saying commands in English (e.g. "Open Netflix.

4. Method 2: Connecting Google Assistant

Google Assistant on Xiaomi TVs provides advanced features: smart home management, answers to questions, integration with calendar and mail. MIUI Voice, and may not work on Chinese firmware.

Instructions for activation:

1. Make sure your TV is connected to your Google account (see Preparation).
2. Open the Settings. → Voice control → Google Assistant.
3. Click Enable and follow the instructions on the screen (you will need to confirm access to the microphone and location).
4. After activation, say “OK, Google” or hold the microphone button on the remote.

If Google Assistant is not on the menu, your model or firmware doesn't support it, and you can use a workaround:

List of commands that Google Assistant understands on Xiaomi TV:

• 🎥 Media: "Game of Thrones on Netflix", "Find Movies with Tom Cruise".
• 🏠 Smart home: Turn on air conditioning (requires a connection to Google Home).
• ⏰ Reminder: Remind me to buy milk at 18:00".
• 🌡️ Weather and information: "What is the dollar rate?", "Tell about the history of Moscow".

⚠️ Attention: On TVs with firmware MIUI TV RU (Google Assistant can be disabled at the system level, in which case only the flashing to the global version will help (MIUI TV Global, but it voids the warranty.

5. Method 3: Voice control via smartphone

If your TV doesn’t support built-in voice search, you can use your Android or iOS smartphone as a remote. TV microphoneless.

The setup will require:

• 📱 Smartphone with Google Assistant or Alice (only Alice for iOS).
• 🔗 The TV and smartphone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔄 Installed Mi Remote app (for Xiaomi) TV) Google Home (for Android) TV).

Instructions for Google Assistant:

1. Install the Google app on your smartphone TV (Android or Google Home (for iOS).
2. Connect your TV to your Google account through Settings → Accounts.
3. Open Google Assistant on your smartphone and say “turn on your TV” or “Open YouTube on Xiaomi” TV".

Instructions for Alice (Yandex Ecosystem only):

1. Install the Alice app on your smartphone.
2. Connect your TV to Yandex Smart Home via Settings → Smart home. → Add the device.
3. Tell Alice, “Turn on the TV in the living room” or “Find Xiaomi” TV Chernobyl".

The advantage of this method is that you can control the TV from any room, for example, you can say, "Alice, turn on cartoons for children on the TV" without getting out of the couch.

• ⏱️ Delay: Commands are executed more slowly than using the built-in microphone.
• 🔋 Smartphone charge: Constant use of voice assistant drains phone.
• 📶 Wi-Fi dependency: If the internet goes down, management won't work.

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Smartphone Control is the Only Way to Add Voice Search to Old Xiaomi Models TV (Like Mi. TV 4A or Mi TV 4S), no built-in microphone.

6. Solving common problems

If voice search doesn't work, the reasons can range from the banal lack of internet to regional limitations.

If none of the solutions worked, try resetting the TV settings to factory:

1. Go to Settings. → On TV. → Data resetting.
2. Select Reset all settings (app data will be deleted!).
3. After the reboot, reset voice search.

For advanced users, there is a way to enable Google Assistant through ADB (Android Debug Bridge. It works even on unofficial firmware:

adb shell pm enable com.google.android.tv.assistant


adb shell pm grant com.google.android.tv.assistant android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO

To perform these commands, you will need to include debugging on USB in the developer settings (Settings) → On TV. → Software version – press 7 times on the Software version to activate the developer menu).

Comparison MIUI Google Assistant and Voice Assistant: Which is Better

Choice between MIUI Voice and Google Assistant depend on your tasks, and below is a comparison table with the pros and cons of each option.

If you want a simple movie search and TV control, enough is enough. MIUI Voice. If you use a smart home, calendar, or frequently search for information online, it’s best to set up a Google Assistant (if your model supports it).

For owners of TV sets with MIUI TV CN (The alternative is the Alice from Yandex, which supports Russian and partially integrates with Xiaomi. TV But the functionality will be limited compared to Google Assistant.

FAQ: Frequent Voice Search Questions on Xiaomi TV