How to connect Xiaomi remote to the TV: all the ways + fixing

You have bought a new TV Xiaomi Mi TV Is it possible to synchronize the remote and the TV is one of the most common complaints of users, especially after updating the firmware or resetting settings? In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to connect both original and universal remotes to Xiaomi TVs (including Mi models). TV 4A/4S/5/6 Pro, Mi TV Q1/Q2 others).

It is important to understand that the pairing process depends on the type of remote: Bluetooth remotes (wireless, without an IR transmitter) require special binding through the TV menu.

IR panels (infrared) usually work out of the box, but sometimes need manual adjustment.

We will also consider what to do if the TV does not respond to remote commands after updating the software to the remote control. MIUI TV 3.0+ — This is a common problem with changing the communication protocol.

If you’ve tried standard methods before and nothing helps – there’s a section at the end of the article with alternative solutions, including resetting your TV settings and using the Mi Remote mobile app as a temporary replacement.

1. How to determine the type of your Xiaomi remote

Before you start connecting, you need to know what remote you're holding, and the way you sync it depends on it, and Xiaomi's remotes fall into three categories:

• 📶 Bluetooth remotes (wireless, no IR transmitter) - connect over a radio channel, require tethering. Usually come with Mi TVs TV 4/5/6 series (e.g. models) LYWSD03MMC or R2156). Works at a distance to 10 Meters do not require direct visibility.
• 🔦 Infrared panels – operate through a light signal, require a line of sight of a TV, more commonly found in budget models (Mi). TV 4A) or universal remotes of third-party manufacturers.
• 📱 Virtual remotes – mobile applications (Mi Remote, Google) TV), emulate Bluetooth or IR signals via a smartphone.

How to distinguish Bluetooth remote from IR?

First, look at the top of the remote: if there is a transparent window (usually red) it is an IR transmitter.

Second, check for the Bluetooth Pairing button (usually hidden under the battery compartment cover or marked with an icon). 📶).

Third, Bluetooth remotes are usually heavier and have a metal body, whereas IR remotes are often plastic.

If you use a universal remote (such as from Huayu or One For All), then it is most likely an IR.-type.

For such remotes, you will need the code of the Xiaomi TV – we will give the current codes in one of the following sections.

2. Connecting the original Xiaomi Bluetooth remote

Original Xiaomi Bluetooth remotes (e.g. models) R2156 or LYWSD03MMC) Connect to the TV automatically when first switched on.

However, after resetting settings, updating firmware or replacing batteries, manual synchronization may be required.

Instructions for binding:

1. Turn on your Xiaomi TV and make sure it’s in standby mode (not in sleep mode!).
2. Remove the batteries from the remote for 10 seconds, then insert them back in. This will reset the current connection settings.
3. Press and hold the Menu buttons. + OK (back + Home, depending on the model) for 5-7 seconds, until the indicator on the remote starts flashing blue (pairing mode).
4. A notification will appear on the TV: "New remote is detected. Connect?". Select "Yes" using volume buttons or mouse (if connected).
5. Wait for the synchronization to be completed (the indicator on the remote will stop flashing).

If the TV does not respond to the connection attempt:

• 🔋 Check the battery charge (even if it’s new – sometimes factory defects).
• 📶 Make sure there are no other Bluetooth devices nearby that can cause interference (earphones, speakers, smartphones).
• 🔄 Reboot the TV: Press the power button on the case for 10 seconds.

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If the remote stopped working after the firmware update, try resetting it: remove the batteries, then press and hold any button for 20 seconds.

3. Customize universal IR remote for Xiaomi TV

If you use a universal remote (such as Huayu, One For All, Supra, or even a remote from another TV), then you can control the Xiaomi Mi. TV Most universal remotes support Xiaomi TVs, but the codes may vary depending on the remote model.

List of current codes for Xiaomi Mi TV (2020-2026):

How to enter the code on the universal remote:

1. Turn on the Xiaomi TV and point the remote to the IR receiver (usually located at the bottom of the screen).
2. Press and hold the Setup (or Set, Code Search) button until the indicator blinks twice.
3. Enter the 4-digit code from the table above (e.g., 0185 for Mi). TV 5).
4. Press. OK Power: If the TV turns off, the code fits.
5. Check the other buttons (Volume, Menu, Source).

If no code works:

• 🔍 Try automatic code search: Hold Setup, then press Power every 2 seconds until the TV turns off.
• 📄 Check the instructions for your remote – sometimes manufacturers specify specific codes for Xiaomi (for example, Huayu may require code 0171 for all models).
• 🔄 Update the TV firmware: Go to Settings → About the programme → Updating the system.

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If the universal remote controls only basic functions (on, volume) but Menu or Source doesn't work, the problem is incomplete compatibility. Solution: use the original remote or mobile app.

4. Connect the remote via the Mi Remote mobile application

If the physical remote is lost or broken, the temporary alternative is the Mi Remote mobile app, which lets you control your TV via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi (depending on the TV model).

How to set up Mi Remote:

1. Download Mi Remote (Android) or Mi Remote (iOS)
2. Turn on Xiaomi TV Mi Remote: Go to Settings → Remote management → Turn on Mi Remote.
3. Launch the application on your smartphone and select "Add device" → "Television" → "Xiaomi".
4. Follow the on-screen instructions: The app will offer you to connect via Bluetooth (for new models) or Wi-Fi (for older models).
5. After successful pairing, a virtual remote with control buttons will appear on the screen.

Advantages of Mi Remote:

• 📱 Works without a physical remote (suitable for emergency cases).
• 🎛️ Supports voice control (if the TV is equipped with a microphone).
• 🔄 You can save multiple profiles for different Xiaomi devices (TV, projector, console).

Disadvantages and limitations:

• ⚠️ iPhone may not work with Bluetooth (only Wi-Fi).
• ⚠️ Signal delay up to 1-2 seconds (inconvenient for games or fast channel switching).
• ⚠️ Requires a smartphone to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the TV.

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If Mi Remote doesn’t find the TV, check if Mi Remote is enabled in the TV settings, and on some models, it’s disabled by default due to security concerns.

5. Problem Solving: The remote does not connect or does not work correctly

If Xiaomi’s remote doesn’t respond to taps or connects with errors, the reasons can vary from dead batteries to software failures.

🔋 The remote does not turn on or flash the indicator

• Check the batteries: even if they are new, try replacing them with others (the contacts are sometimes oxidized).
• Clean the contacts in the battery compartment with a cotton swab soaked in alcohol.
• If the remote is down or wet, disassemble it and check the integrity of the board (especially after falling from a height).

📶 Bluetooth remote does not connect to the TV

• Make sure the TV is not in sleep mode (the indicator should be blue, not red).
• Reboot the TV: disconnect from the network for 30 seconds, then turn it on again.
• Reset the remote settings: Remove the batteries, press any button and hold for 15 seconds.
• Update your TV firmware: Outdated software may not support new Bluetooth protocols.

🔄 The remote works, but some buttons don’t respond.

• If Netflix, Prime Video or other hot buttons don’t work, upgrade your TV firmware.
• For universal remotes: Reconfigure the code (perhaps the current code does not support all functions).
• Reset the TV settings to factory: Settings → About the programme → Resetting settings.

⚠️ Note: If, after updating the firmware to MIUI TV 3.0+ The Bluetooth remote stopped working, it's due to a change in the pairing protocol. Solution: reset the TV settings (Settings) → About the programme → Reset settings) and reconnect the remote.

6.Alternative ways to control the Xiaomi TV

If standard methods didn’t help, there are a few alternative ways to control Xiaomi TV:

🖱️ Control by mouse or keyboard

All Xiaomi TVs support connectivity USB-It's convenient for navigating the menu if the remote is broken. USB-TV port – cursor will appear on the screen automatically.

🎮 Game controllers (DualShock, Xbox)

Models of Mi TV 5/6 series supports Bluetooth gamepads (for example, DualShock) 4 This allows you to control the TV as if from a remote, but with additional features (for example, analog sticks for navigation).

📢 Voice control (Google Assistant, Alice)

Xiaomi TVs with Xiaomi MIUI TV 2.0+ Supporting voice assistants:

• For Google Assistant, say, OK, Google, turn on Mi. TV" (You need to connect to your Google account).
• For Alice (Yandex): Configure a smart home through the Yandex app and add a TV as a device.

🔌 Management through HDMI-CEC

If the TV is connected to the console (for example, Xiaomi Mi Box or NVIDIA Shield, you can use the function HDMI-CEC To control one remote. Enable the option in the settings: Settings → HDMI-CEC → Turn on.

⚠️ Attention: When in use HDMI-CEC Some of the TV's functions (such as audio tuning) may conflict with the console. HDMI-CEC console-room.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When connecting the remote to the Xiaomi TV, users often make the same mistakes.-5 Problems and ways to prevent them:

A few more unobvious tips:

• 🔄 If the remote was working but Suddenly stopped, try reconnecting it (remove the batteries, then re-insert and pair it).
• 📡 If the TV is in Hotel Mode, some remote functions may be blocked.
• 🔧 On the Mi models TV Q1/Q2 Sometimes it helps to reset the Bluetooth module: go to Settings → Bluetooth → Reset the settings.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions