How to connect a mouse to a Xiaomi TV: instructions for Mi TV, Redmi TV and TV Box

Connecting your computer mouse to your Xiaomi TV opens up new management options: easy navigation on the Android menu TV, Working with apps like Kodi or Steam Link, and fully surfing in the browser without a cumbersome remote control. TV, Redmi TV even Xiaomi TV Box supports mice – both wired and wireless.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting: from the standard USB-We will focus on the nuances of compatibility (for example, why some mice do not work with TVs on the Internet). MIUI TV older than version 3.0, and give recommendations on choosing the best mouse model for your Xiaomi.

1. Compatibility check: which mouse is right for Xiaomi TV?

Before you buy or plug in a mouse, make sure your TV supports it. - Most Xiaomi Mi models TV (starting with Mi TV 4A 2018 and all Redmis TV have built-in support USB-But there are important exceptions to mice and Bluetooth devices:

• 🔌 Wired mice work through any free-riding USB 2.0/3.0 port (usually located on the back of the TV) even the simplest models can fit 300–500 ruble.
• 📶 Bluetooth mice require a built-in Bluetooth module (all Mis are available). TV 4S/4X/5 Older models like the Mi. TV 3 They may not support wireless devices.
• 🖱️ High-pitched gaming mice DPI (1600+) They can cause lag because of the limitations of the TV's processor, and the best option is an office mouse with a resolution of 800-1200. DPI.
• ⚡ Radiofrequency mice (c) USB-2.4 GHz dongle only work if the TV recognizes dongle as a dongle HID-Some cheap Chinese models may not be ready.

To find out if your TV supports a mouse, check:

1. Model TV in settings: Settings → On TV. → Model.
2. Port availability: USB (Wired or Bluetooth (as specified on Xiaomi website).
3. Firmware version: Settings → On TV. → Version. MIUI TV. For stable operation of the mouse, you need a version at least 2.0.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with an Amlogic processor S905 (For example, Mi Box S may not recognize mice with additional buttons (for example, to flip through tabs in the browser), in this case, only firmware with support will help. USB OTG.

2. Connecting a wired mouse through USB

The easiest and most versatile way is to use a wired mouse with a connector. USB Type-A. It works on all Xiaomi TVs with USB-port, including the Mi TV Stick and TV Box.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the TV and wait for Android to load fully TV.
2. Connect the mouse to the free one. USB-port on the back or side of the TV. If there are several ports, choose the port. USB 3.0 (usually marked in blue) for less delay.
3. Wait 5-10 seconds. The mouse cursor should appear on the screen automatically.
4. If the cursor does not appear, go to Settings → Devices → Mouse/Keyboard and select the connected device.

If the mouse is not identified:

• 🔄 Try another one. USB-Port (on some Redmi models) TV Only one port supports the HID-device).
• 🔌 Turn off the others. USB-Devices (hard drives, flash drives) that can conflict.
• 🔄 Restart the TV with a connected mouse.
• 🛠️ Update your TV firmware to the latest version (see Section 6).

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV ES 2021 and later when connecting the mouse through USB-C (with an adapter, it may be necessary to activate the mode OTG In the developer settings, click on the build number in the About TV menu 7 times.

3. Connecting a Bluetooth mouse

A wireless mouse over Bluetooth is ideal for those who don't want to mess around with wires.Most modern Xiaomi TVs (starting with Mi). TV 4S 2019: Supporting this technology.

Instructions for connection:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your mouse (usually there is a separate button or switch on the bottom panel).
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
3. Click Add Device and select your mouse from the list of available ones.
4. Confirm the pairing (if required, enter the PIN-code - usually 0000 or 1234).
5. Wait for the cursor to appear on the screen (it can take up to 30 seconds).

If the mouse can't find the TV:

• 🔄 Make sure the mouse is charged (the indicator should flash or burn green).
• 📱 Check that the TV is Bluetooth enabled (sometimes it shuts down after updates).
• 🔄 Reboot your mouse (remove and insert the battery) and repeat the search.
• 🛠️ If the mouse has previously been paired with another device, reset its settings (press the pairing button for 10 seconds).

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If your Bluetooth mouse periodically shuts down, try turning off the power saving feature in the Bluetooth settings on your TV. → Devices → Bluetooth → Additionally, and deactivate the Auto-Disable option (if any).

4. Radio frequency mouse connection (2.4 GHz)

Mice with USB-2.4 GHz dongle (e.g. Logitech) M185 Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse is also compatible with Xiaomi TVs, but there are nuances. HID-device.

How to connect:

1. Put it in. USB-Dongle in the TV port (better to use) USB 2.0, as 3.0 can cause interference).
2. Turn on the mouse (switch on the bottom panel).
3. Wait 10-15 seconds. If the cursor doesn't show up, go to Settings. → Devices → Mouse/Keyboard and select Add Device.
4. If the mouse is not identified, try using it. USB-Hub (some TVs better recognize devices via hub).

If the mouse doesn't work:

• 🔄 Try another dongle (if you have a spare one).
• 🖥️ Check the dongle on your computer – if it doesn’t work there, the problem is in the dongle itself.
• 🛠️ Update the TV firmware (in older versions) MIUI TV There are no drivers for some Dongles).
• 🔌 Use active USB-externally powered hub (helps with a lack of port capacity).

5. Alternative methods: adapters and special software

If your TV doesn't support the mouse directly, you can use additional devices or software solutions, and let's look at the most reliable options.

1. USB-Bluetooth adapter

If you have an old Xiaomi model without Bluetooth (e.g. Mi) TV 3), buy an external Bluetooth adapter (e.g. TP-Link) UB400 Asus USB-BT400). Put him on the hook. USB-port of the TV and follow the instructions for the Bluetooth mouse (section 3).

2 Mouse Toggle for Android App. TV

This app emulates the mouse cursor using the Xiaomi remote. Install it from Google Play (if you have one on your TV) or through the APK-file:

1. Download. APK APKMirror.
2. Transfer the file to the flash drive and connect it to the TV.
3. Install the application through the File Manager.
4. Launch Mouse Toggle and follow the instructions on the screen.

After installation, you will be able to control the cursor using the remote control (the direction buttons emulate the movement of the mouse, and OK — click).

3. Connection via ADB (for advanced users)

If the mouse is detected by the TV, but the cursor does not appear, you can try to turn it on through the TV. ADB (Android Debug Bridge:

adb shell settings put secure enabled_input_methods com.android.server.inputmethod/.LatinIME


adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings/.device.input.InputSettingsActivity

These commands force support for external input devices. ADB Xiaomi TV Read on in our separate article.

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If the TV doesn't recognize the mouse, check the model's compatibility first, then try alternative methods (Bluetooth adapter or Mouse Toggle), and 90% of the time, the problem is solved by updating the firmware or changing the firmware. USB-port.

6. Update firmware for better compatibility

If the mouse connects but is unstable (lacks, the cursor goes missing), the reason could be outdated firmware. Xiaomi regularly releases updates to improve support for peripherals.

How to update firmware:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If a new version is available, download and install it (the TV will reboot automatically).

If the automatic update does not work:

• 📥 Download the latest firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website.
• 💾 Save the file (usually in.zip format) to the flash drive.
• 🔌 Connect the flash drive to the TV and select Update with USB refresher.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with MediaTek processor (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV A Series) if you manually update your firmware, you may reset the region. To avoid this, turn off the Internet before upgrading (take out the network cable or turn off Wi-Fi).

7. Mouse customization for games and special applications

If you have a mouse connected to play games (for example, via Steam Link or Moonlight) or work with Kodi, you need to additionally configure it for maximum comfort.

Optimization for games:

• 🎮 On Steam Link, go to Settings → Input Devices and Select Big Picture Mode for Better Compatibility.
• 🖱️ Turn off cursor acceleration: Settings → Mouse. → Acceleration of the pointer → Shut down.
• 🔊 Adjust the sound of mouse buttons in Settings → Sound. → System sounds (useful for shooters).

Setup for Kodi:

• 📁 Turn on Mouse as Remote: Kodi Settings → Interface. → Control mode.
• 🔄 Set up gestures: Settings → Management → Mouse/Tachpad.
• 🛠️ If the mouse doesn’t work in Kodi, upgrade to the latest version.

For fine-tuning the sensitivity of the mouse on Xiaomi TV You can use the Pointer Speed app (available on Google Play:

• Change the cursor speed from 1x before 10x.
• Adjust acceleration and inertia.
• Save profiles for different applications.

8. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after a successful mouse connection, there can be problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

If none of these methods worked, try:

1. Reset the settings of the TV to factory (Settings → About TV → Reset).
2. Connect the mouse to another device (PC, laptop) to check its performance.
3. Contact Xiaomi with the TV and mouse model.

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