Owners of modern Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 often face the need to reconfigure control, especially after replacing batteries or resetting the system. The standard remote of this model works on Bluetooth protocol, which provides advanced functionality, including voice control and device search. Unlike infrared counterparts, such controllers require a pairing procedure for correct operation.
The connection process is not time-consuming, but requires a clear sequence of actions. If you ignore certain nuances, such as the distance to the receiver or the charge of the batteries, the system may not see the device. In this article, we will discuss all the stages of the setup, consider possible errors and suggest ways to fix them for your model.
The main challenge is that the TV may not go into search mode automatically. The user needs to know the correct key combination to activate the pairing mode. Without this step, the settings menu will show a blank list of available devices, which is puzzling for inexperienced users.
Preparation of equipment and inspection of power supplies
Before you start the pairing procedure, make sure that the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 is on and running. Android TV system installed on board should fully boot to the main screen. Only in active menu mode the device is ready to receive signals from new peripherals.
The critical issue is the state of the power supplies in the remote control. Weak battery charge can cause the Bluetooth module to work in an unstable way, which makes it impossible for the TV to detect the controller. Use only new alkaline cells, as the salt counterparts quickly lose capacity.
⚠️ Note: Do not use old or damaged batteries, as oxidized contacts can disrupt the electronics of the remote and cause it to break.
Make sure there are no physical barriers between the remote and the TV receiver. Although Bluetooth works better than infrared, metal objects or powerful sources of radiation can interfere. The distance between devices at the time of setting should not exceed one meter for guaranteed success.
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Standard pairing procedure through the settings menu
The most reliable way to tie the remote to the TV Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 - Use the built-in operating system interface. You'll need any working way to control it, either an old interfaced remote or a connection. USB-Without an alternative input, you can't navigate the menu.
Go to the system settings section by selecting the appropriate icon in the upper right corner of the home screen, and you need to find the peripheral item. Depending on the version of MIUI for TV firmware, the name may vary, but the logic remains the same.
The sequence of actions is as follows:
- 🔹 Click the "Settings" button (cog icon) on the desktop.
- 🔹 Select the Settings section → Remote and accessories (or "Bluetooth").
- 🔹 Click the button "Add Accessory" or "Search for devices".
- 🔹 On the remote that you need to connect, press the Home and Back buttons at the same time.
After you do this, the device name, for example, "Mi Remote" or similar, should appear on the TV screen. Select it to complete the connection. If the list is empty, try again, making sure that the remote is in search mode.
What to do if the menu does not open?
Alternative method: fast pairing of buttons
There is a faster way to connect the remote without diving deep into the menu if the TV is ready for initial setup or reset.This method is often used when you first turn on the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 out of the box.
Get as close to the TV as possible, literally 10-15 centimeters from the Mi logo, where the IR receiver and Bluetooth antenna are located. Press both the return button (arrow back) and the menu (three strips or a house, depending on the revision of the remote).
Hold the combination for about 5-7 seconds until the LED light on the remote (if any) blinks quickly, or until a notification of the detection of a new device appears on the screen.
| Action. | Button combination | Indication | The result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Search mode | Home + Back | LED flashing | TV sees remote |
| Voice input | Microphone button | It's burning all the time. | Vote recording |
| Shutdown | Power button | No reaction. | Sleeping |
| Resetting the remote | Long hold. | Double blinking. | Breaking the link |
This method is particularly useful when the standard menu is unavailable or frozen, and it initiates a forced search for a Bluetooth signal on the TV side.
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If the remote does not connect the first time, remove the batteries for 10 seconds, then insert back and repeat the procedure at the TV screen itself.
Using a Smartphone as a Universal Remote
If the physical remote is lost or damaged, a smart phone is a great temporary solution. There are several effective apps available for Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 with Android TV.
The most functional is the official Mi Remote app or universal analogues like Google's Android TV Remote Control, which allows you not only to switch channels, but also to use the phone's keyboard to type in text, which is much more convenient.
To connect, make sure your smartphone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Without a shared local address, devices won't be able to detect each other. Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to search for TV.
- 📱 Download the Android app TV Remote Control from Google Play or App Store.
- 📱 Connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV.
- 📱 Launch the app and select your Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 from the list.
- 📱 Enter the one that appears on the TV screen PIN-proof-code.
Once successfully paired, the smartphone screen will turn into a touchpad and keyboard, a solution ideal for entering Wi-Fi passwords or searching for YouTube videos when the staff remote has limited input functionality.
Configuring voice control and special buttons
One of the key features of the remote for Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 43 is the presence of a voice search button. After successfully connecting Bluetooth, it becomes active and allows you to control the TV with voice commands.
To activate the function, you need to press and hold the microphone button. Speak clearly and not too quickly. The system recognizes commands to open applications, start a search or control playback.
⚠️ Warning: Voice control may not work if the TV is not connected to the Internet or if the privacy settings prohibit the collection of voice data.
It’s also worth checking the Netflix button or other service buttons if they’re present on your remote revision, and they may require additional activation through your account or a TV firmware update to properly run apps.
In some cases, you need to calibrate the microphone sensitivity or change the input language. This is done in Settings → Device → Preferences → Language and input. Make sure you choose the right region for better speech recognition.
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Voice search only works when you are actively connected to the internet and requires permissions in Android TV privacy settings.
Solving Connection and Interference Problems
Despite the simplicity of the procedure, users may encounter situations where the remote is not connected or is running with delays, most often the problem lies in the software failure of the Bluetooth stack of the TV or the discharge of batteries.
Try to reboot the TV completely by disconnecting it from the power supply for 1-2 minutes, which will allow you to reset the residual charge from the capacitors and restart all communication modules, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, often solving the problem of the "hung" module.
If the TV sees the remote but writes a connection error, try removing all old, previously paired devices from the Bluetooth list. The list accumulation can cause address conflicts. Go to Bluetooth settings, select the unnecessary device, and click "Forget" or "Delete."
In rare cases, the cause of interference are working nearby USB 3.0 devices that can generate noise in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. try to turn off external hard drives or use the USB-extender.
- 🔄 Complete a full cycle of turning off the TV from the socket.
- 🗑️ Remove old devices from the Bluetooth list in the settings.
- 🔋 Replace your batteries with new ones, even if the old ones seem to work.
- 📡 Remove sources of strong radio interference (routers, microwaves) from the TV.
If nothing works, maybe the Bluetooth module inside the remote or the receiver module in the TV is faulty, and then you should try connecting a universal remote with Android support. TV take advantage USB-mouse-navigator.