How to connect and configure channels on a Xiaomi TV: a complete guide with photos

Xiaomi TVs (Mi series) TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A Pro) supports all modern broadcasting standards: DVB-T2, cable DVB-C, satellite DVB-S2 even IPTV. However, many users have problems with the first connection — channels are not found, the signal is interrupted or the list is empty after scanning. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to configure with the features of the PatchWall and Google firmware. TV (new models).

We're not going to be limited to basic instructions from the official manual, but here you'll find unique low signal techniques, error solving like "No Service" or "No Data," and hidden settings that Xiaomi doesn't advertise. For example, how to manually add a channel if an automatic search does not see it, or how to update the list without a full scan.This article is relevant for all Xiaomi models from 2019-2026, including the budget Redmi. TV and premium Mi QLED.

1. Preparing the TV for channel search

Before setting the channels, make sure the TV is properly connected to the signal source (DVB-T2) You'll need a digitally enabled antenna (even a room antenna is good if you live near a tower) for cable TV, a contract with a provider and a special cable connected to the connector. RF IN Satellite broadcasting requires a plate, converter and receiver (built-in or external).

It is important to check the physical connections:

• 📡 Antenna: the cable must be tightly inserted into the socket ANT IN (forget HDMI or AV). Avoid sharp curves of the cable – this worsens the signal.
• 🔌 Power: If you use an active antenna with an amplifier, plug it into the socket.
• 📶 Location: Experiment with the location for a room antenna – sometimes moving 1-2 meters dramatically improves reception.

Also make sure the TV is updated to the latest firmware. Older versions of PatchWall (until 2022) had manual channel search bugs. To check for updates, go to Settings. → On TV. → Update the system. If a new version is available, install it before setting up.

2. Automatic channel search on Xiaomi TV

This is the easiest way to do this, and it's the way that 90 percent of users can do it. It can identify the multiplexes that are available and store them in memory. It's the same for all Xiaomi models, but it can vary slightly depending on the firmware version.

Steps for Automatic Search:

1. Click the Menu button on the remote (or Settings in new models with Google) TV).
2. Go to the Settings section → Channels → Channel settings (in some versions path: Settings) → Television → Tune in TV).
3. Select Automatic Search.
4. Specify the source of the signal: 📺 On-air TV (DVB-T2) — for digital channels through antenna. 📡 Cable TV (DVB-C) — if connected to the provider (for example, Rostelecom, MTS). 🛰️ Satellite TV (DVB-S2) — dish-antenna.

Scan.

After searching, the TV will show the number of channels found. If the list is empty or less than 20 channels are found (for example, if the list is empty). DVB-T2 in Russia must be ~30), proceed to manual setting.

3. Manually add channels (if the automatic search didn't work)

If the TV doesn't find the channels automatically, there can be different reasons: a weak signal, incorrect search parameters, or problems with the provider, in which case manual adjustment will help, and this method is also useful if you want to add a specific channel that was "lost" after updating the firmware.

Instructions for manual search:

1. Go to Settings → Channels → Channels → Manual search.
2. Select the signal type (for example, DVB-T2 TV-TV).
3. Enter the parameters manually: Frequency (MHz): for Russia it is 474, 498, 522, 546, 570, 594, 618, 642, 666, 690 (multiplexes) RTRS-1 and RTRS-2). Bandwidth: 8 MHz Modulation: 256 QAM (for DVB-T2).

Search

Repeat for all frequencies in the list above.

For cable TV (DVB-C) It depends on the provider. For example, for Rostelecom, it's:

• 📡 Symbolic speed: 6875 or 6952.
• 🔢 Frequency: usually 298,000 kHz or 306,000 kHz.
• 🔄 Modulation: 256 QAM.

Check with your provider for the exact settings – they may vary depending on the region.

4. Satellite TV setup (DVB-S2) on Xiaomi

Xiaomi TVs with connector LNB IN (Like Mi. TV 5 Pro or Xiaomi TV Q2) It supports satellite TV without an external receiver:

• 📡 Satellite antenna (plate) with converter.
• 🔗 F-connector cable for connecting to the TV.
• 📡 Satellite parameters (frequency, symbolic velocity, polarization).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the cable from the plate to the connector LNB IN back-screen.
2. Go to Settings → Channels → Satellite TV setup.
3. Select a satellite from the list (for example, Yamal). 402 or ABS-2 for Russia) or add it manually by specifying: Satellite name: e.g. Eutelsat 36A/36B. Position: 36.0°E (for popular satellites in Russia) Frequency (MHz): for example, 12226. Polarization: Horizontal (H) or Vertical (V: 27500.

Run a channel search. If there's a signal, the TV will find the available broadcasts.

If there are no satellite channels, check:

• 🔍 getting stuck the plate correctly (use a satellite feeder or an app like DishPointer).
• 🔌 Cable quality – F connectors must be crunched without gaps.
• 📡 Converter settings (if DiSEqC is used for multiple satellites).

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If you don't know the satellite's parameters, use sites like LyngSat or Satellite Calculations. Enter the name of the satellite (e.g., "Yamal") 401") and select the transponder with the maximum signal power (parameter) FEC must have 3/4 or 5/6).

5. Solving Channel Finding Problems

If the TV doesn’t find channels or shows errors like “No signal” or “No service”, use this table for diagnosis:

If the problem is not solved, try resetting the TV settings to factory:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset all settings (not Channel Reset!).
3. After restarting, re-search the channels.

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If the TV doesn’t find channels after the reset, the problem is likely to be the hardware: the tuner, antenna input or motherboard is faulty.

6. Additional settings: sorting, parental control, EPG

After successful channel search, they can be sorted, blocked or configured to program transmissions (EPG). Here's what we can do:

Channel sorting:

1. Open the list of channels with the TV button on the remote.
2. Press. OK on the channel you want to move.
3. Select Change Order and drag the channel to the right place.

Parental controls:

• 🔒 Go to Settings. → Channels → Parental control.
• Install. PIN-code (default 0000 or 1234).
• Select the channels you want to block.

Setting up EPG (broadcast):

• 📅 If EPG not updated, check the Internet connection (need to download data).
• 🔄 Manually update. EPG: Settings → Channels → Update EPG.
• ⏳ If the data is outdated, try resetting the cache. EPG (In some cases, this is done through the settings. → Annexes → TV → Clear the cache).

You can also export and import a list of channels (useful when resetting or replacing a TV set).

1. Connect. USB-TV-storage.
2. Go to Settings. → Channels → Imports/Exports.
3. Select Export to save the list or Import to download.

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If you switch between terrestrial and cable TV frequently, create separate channel lists for each source, and select List Management in the channel settings and add a new profile (e.g., Home Aerial and Rostelecom).

7. IPTV setup on Xiaomi TV

If you use IPTV (For example, from a provider or through third-party services, Xiaomi TV supports downloading playlists in the format.m3u. Here's how to do it:

Method 1: Through the built-in player

1. Download the playlist. IPTV (file.m3u) on USB-accumulator.
2. Connect the flash drive to the TV.
3. Open the file manager (or media in PatchWall).
4. Select a file.m3u — The TV will offer to open it through the built-in player.
5. Wait for the channel list to load.

Method 2: Through an application (e.g, SS IPTV Lazy IPTV)

1. Install the app from Google Play Market (available on Google models) TV).
2. Open the application and download the playlist URL or USB.
3. Configure the interface (you can change the logos of the channels, order, etc.).

If IPTV It's slowing down or "suspending," try it:

• 📶 Connect your TV to the Internet via cable (not Wi-Fi).
• 🔄 Change. DNS 8.8.8.8 (Google) or 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare) in network settings.
• 📉 Reduce the bitrate of the stream (if the provider allows you to choose the quality).

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up channels on Xiaomi TV