How to connect Xiaomi remote to the TV: all ways + error solving

Xiaomi's remote has stopped responding to commands, or have you bought a brand new TV and don't know how to sync it? The remote connection problem is one of the most common among Xiaomi smart TV owners, but it's solved in 5-10 minutes if you know the right algorithm. In this article, we'll look at all the current ways of pairing, from standard synchronization via Bluetooth to manually configuring universal remotes and solving typical errors like a flashing indicator or no reaction.

It is important to understand that the connection process depends on the TV model (Mi series). TV 4S/5/5X/Q1/Q2, Redmi Smart TV Original Xiaomi remotes (e.g. Mi Remote Control or Xiaomi) TV Master Remote is usually automatically connected when you first turn on, but sometimes you need to manually pair. Universal remotes (like Xiaomi Mi Universal Remote) need to be configured via the Mi Home app or manually by code. We'll look at both options, with step-by-step screenshots and explanations.

If your remote has already been synced before, but suddenly it stopped working, check the underlying causes first: batteries dead, physical damage, or IR lockdown. In 80% of cases, this is the problem, not the software failure, but if the remote is working and the TV doesn't see it, read on.

1. Ways to connect the original Xiaomi remote

Original Xiaomi remotes (for example, for the Mi series) TV A2, Q2 75" or "Redmi Smart Fire" TV) Connect to your TV via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). The synchronization process can start automatically when you first turn on, but sometimes it requires manual confirmation:

If the remote is new and has never connected to the TV, follow these steps:

1. Turn on the TV with the power button on the case (if the remote does not respond).
2. Press and hold the Menu buttons. + OK on the remote for 5-7 seconds, until the indicator starts flashing a double signal (this means switching to pairing mode).
3. A notification about a new device will appear on the TV – choose Connect or Pair.
4. Wait for the synchronization to be completed (the indicator on the remote will light up with constant light).

If the remote has already been paired before, but has severed the connection (for example, after resetting the TV), try resetting its settings:

• 🔄 Press and hold back Back. + Home 10 seconds until the indicator flashes 3 times.
• 📱 Restart the TV through the Settings menu → On TV. → Reboot.
• 🔗 Repeat the pairing process as for a new remote.

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV P1) You might need to update the remote's firmware:

1. Connect the remote to the TV through USB-OTG (if maintained).
2. Go to Settings. → Devices → Remote update.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (the process will take 2-3 minutes).

Replace your batteries with new ones (Duracell or Energizer is recommended)

Make sure the distance between the remote and the TV is no more than 1 meter

Disable other Bluetooth devices (earphones, speakers) that may interfere

Check that the TV is not in Power Saving mode (can block pairing)

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2. Connecting the universal remote Xiaomi (Mi Universal Remote)

Xiaomi Mi Universal Remote (models) LYWSD01MM, LYWSD02MM) They don't just support TVs, they also support air conditioning, consoles, audio systems, and there are two ways to set them up: through the Mi Home app, or manually code them.

Method 1: Through the Mi Home app

This is the most reliable method, because the app automatically selects the codes for your TV model.

1. Download Mi Home from Google Play or App Store.
2. Sign up or log in to your Xiaomi account (required, otherwise the remote will not be attached).
3. Click Add Add the device (+) → Choose the category DU Remote → Mi Universal Remote.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: the application will prompt you to press certain buttons on the remote to identify it.
5. Choose a TV brand (Xiaomi, Redmi or another if the remote is versatile).
6. Test the buttons (volume, channels, menus) if some features don't work, the app will suggest alternative codes.

Method 2: Manual code entry

If the Mi Home app doesn't recognize your TV or you don't want to use it, you can manually type in the code.

1. Hold the buttons. TV + OK 3 seconds on the remote until the indicator flashes.
2. Enter the 4-digit code for your TV model (see table below).
3. Press. OK If the TV reacts, the setup is complete.

If none of the codes work, try autosearch:

1. Hold on. TV + OK flashing.
2. Press 9999 and the remote will go into auto-search mode.
3. Point the remote to the TV and press CH+ (switching channels upwards every second until the TV reacts.
4. After successful detection, press OK preserve.

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If the Mi Universal Remote does not respond to the press after entering the code, try resetting it to factory settings: hold on TV + Back 10 seconds until the indicator blinks 4 times.

3. Connecting the remote via the IR port (for older models)

Xiaomi TVs older than 2019 (e.g. Mi) TV 3S, Mi TV 4A Early revisions may use an infrared (IR) port instead of Bluetooth:

To check if your TV supports IR control, look at the front panel: if there's a small window (usually black), it means that the IR port is present.

1. Turn on the TV with a button on the body.
2. Direct the remote to the IR receiver (distance not more than 3 meters, without obstacles).
3. Press and hold the Menu. + OK 5 seconds – the indicator should light up red (unlike blue in Bluetooth-connection).
4. The message will appear on the TV "IC- remote is connected".

If the remote doesn't respond:

• 🔋 Check the batteries (IR panels are more sensitive to voltage).
• 📱 Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote and the TV (glass, furniture).
• 🔄 Try restarting the TV by holding the power button for 10 seconds.

Important: IR panels don't require constant pairing -- they work right after the battery changes, if you've been configured before, but if you reset the TV to the factory settings, you'll have to repeat the synchronization process.

4. Problem Solving: The remote does not connect

If Xiaomi's remote doesn't respond to taps or the TV doesn't see it, the reasons can be both hardware and software, and let's look at common mistakes and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The indicator on the remote flashes, but does not connect

So that means that the remote is in pairing mode, but the TV doesn't recognize it.

• 📱 Restart the TV through a menu or button on the case.
• 🔄 Reset the remote to factory settings (see instructions above).
• 📶 Disable other Bluetooth devices (earphones, gamepads) that may interfere.
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.

Problem 2: The remote is connected, but not all buttons are working

This is most often the case with the Mi Universal Remote.

• 🎯 Is the TV brand in the Mi Home app correctly chosen?
• 🔢 Try another code from the table (some features may require alternative codes).
• 📦 If the remote controls the console (for example, Mi Box), make sure that the settings of the TV are enabled mode. HDMI-CEC (Settings → HDMI → Management HDMI-device).

Problem 3: The remote only works near the TV

This is typical of an IR remote or a battery that's dead.

• 🔋 Replace the batteries with new ones (even if the old ones “seem to work”).
• 📡 Check the IR receiver on your TV – it should be clean (dust or dirt can block the signal).
• 🔄 If you have a Bluetooth remote, update your firmware through your TV menu.

⚠️ Note: If you are using Xiaomi TV The Stick or the Mi Box, the remote won't work directly with the TV, it only controls the set-top box. HDMI-CEC in the settings of both devices.

5.Configure control of the TV through a smartphone

If the original remote is lost or broken, you can use an Android or iOS smartphone as a replacement. TV Remote (available for Xiaomi and Redmi TVs:

1. Download the app: 📱 Mi TV Remote for Android 🍎 Mi TV Remote for iOS

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Add it manually.

Confirm the pairing on the TV screen.

Advantages of such management:

• 🎮 Full Replacement of the remote with support for gestures and voice input (on some models).
• 📱 You can use several smartphones at the same time.
• 🔧 Additional features: keyboard for text input, quick access to applications.

Disadvantages:

• 📶 Requires a stable connection to Wi-Fi (when the communication breaks, the control disappears).
• 🔋 Discharges the battery of the smartphone faster than a conventional remote.

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Application Mi TV Remote only works with TVs. Xiaomi/Redmi Android-based TV. For models on Fire OS (For example, Redmi Smart Fire TV) Use the Fire app TV Amazon.

6. Alternative ways to control the TV

If none of these methods worked, consider alternative management options:

Voice control

Xiaomi TVs with Google Assistant (series) Q1/Q2, P1) They support voice commands through a remote or microphone on the body to activate the voice command:

• 🎤 Press and hold the Microphone button on the remote (or say “OK Google” if the feature is enabled).
• 📺 Say a command like “turn on Netflix” or “turn up volume by 20%".

2 Managing via Google Home / Alice

If you have a smart speaker (Yandex Station, Google Nest), it can be linked to the TV:

1. Open the Google Home or Yandex app.
2. Add the TV as a new device (Add) → Set up the device).
3. Follow the pairing instructions (a Xiaomi account will be required).

After setting up, you can control the TV with a voice, such as “Alice, turn on the TV in the kitchen.”

3. USB-keyboard

If the remote does not work at all, and you need to urgently configure something on the TV, plug in USB-keyboard or mouse through port USB-A or USB-C (If it's supported, it'll allow:

• 🖱️ Navigation on the menu (arrows on the keyboard) = remote).
• 🔠 Quick text input (for example, for YouTube searches).
• 🔧 Resetting settings if the remote is lost.

Not all Xiaomi TVs support the same. USB-HID (control via keyboard/mouse. Check compatibility in the model instructions.

7. How to reset the remote settings to the factory

If the remote is not working properly (e.g. sending the wrong commands or "hanging"), a complete reset may help.

For the original Bluetooth remotes

1. Remove the batteries from the remote.
2. Press and hold all buttons (except Power) for 10 seconds.
3. Put the batteries back in.
4. Reconnect the remote to the TV (see Section 1).

For universal remotes (Mi Universal Remote)

1. Hold on. TV + Back 10 seconds until the indicator blinks 4 times.
2. The remote will return to factory settings – you will need to re-configure via Mi Home or manually enter the code.

For IR remotes

The IR panels have no pairing memory, so you don't need to reset.

• Replace the batteries.
• Repeat the synchronization process (see Section 3).

⚠️ Note: After resetting the remote, all user settings (such as assigned buttons to launch applications) will be lost. If you configure macros or special commands in Mi Home, they will have to configuring again.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi remote