How to connect the remote to the TV Xiaomi Mi TV: 5 working ways

Why Xiaomi Mi TV Remote is Not Connecting and What to Do About It

Have you just unpacked a new Xiaomi Mi TV or found that the old remote has stopped responding to commands? The remote connection problem is one of the most common among owners of smart TVs from Xiaomi. The reasons can vary from a dead battery to a failure in the firmware of a Bluetooth module. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of synchronizing the remote with the TV, including the rare cases when standard methods do not work.

It is important to understand that the connection process depends on the type of remote: the original models (for example, Mi TV Remote or Mi TV Stick Remote) use Bluetooth + IR port, and universal or remotes from other devices only infrared channel. Also plays a role version of the TV firmware: older models (until 2020) may not support automatic synchronization. If your remote flashes, but does not connect, this is half the diagnosis!

Before you go to the instructions, check out three basic points:

• 🔋 Make sure that the remote has working batteries (even if the indicator is glowing, the contact may have oxidized).
• 📺 Reboot the TV: Press the power button on the case for 10 seconds.
• 📱 Check if the signal is blocking an obstacle (glass, metal) or other IR remote in the range.

Method 1: Automatic connection of the original Xiaomi remote

Most of the original Xiaomi Mi TV remotes (such as the LYWSD01MM or LYWSD03MM models) connect to the TV automatically when you first turn on.

1. Turn on the TV with the power button on the body.
2. Press and hold the Menu + OK buttons on the remote simultaneously for 5-7 seconds until the indicator blinks quickly.
3. Hold the remote to a distance of 10-15 cm from the TV, synchronization will take up to 30 seconds.
4. If the light goes on all the time, the remote is on. Check the buttons.

On the Mi models TV 4S/5 Pro (2021–2026 d.) additional confirmation on the screen may be required if the TV requests PIN-code, enter the standard 0000 or 1234. In rare cases, the code is listed on a sticker under the battery compartment of the remote.

Make sure the TV is on | Check the battery charge in the remote | Remove other Bluetooth devices from TV memory | Press Menu + OK for 5+ seconds-->

⚠️ Warning: If the remote has been paired with another TV, it should be reset. To do this, remove the batteries, press and hold any button for 10 seconds, then insert the batteries back.

Method 2: Connect via the TV settings menu

If automatic synchronization doesn’t work, try connecting the remote manually through the system menu, which is suitable for all Mi TV models based on Android TV or PatchWall:

1. Open Settings on your TV (use buttons on the case or the Mi Remote app).
2. Go to Devices → Bluetooth and Remote Devices.
3. Select Add Device and wait for the TV to find the remote (it will show up as Mi Remote or Xiaomi RC...).
4. Click Connect and confirm the pairing on the remote (if required).

On some firmware, the path may be different. For example, in Mi TV Q1E (2023) you need to go to Settings → System → Accessories → Add a Bluetooth device. If the remote does not appear in the list, try rebooting the Bluetooth module of the TV:

Settings → All settings → System → Restart → Restart Bluetooth

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If the TV can't see the remote, try connecting it through the Mi Home app on your phone, which sometimes resets the Bluetooth module locks.

Method 3: Synchronization of the universal IR remote

Universal remotes (such as Xiaomi Mi Universal Remote or third-party models) connect only via an IR channel and require manual code configuration.

1. Turn on the TV and point the remote to the IR receiver (usually located on the right or bottom of the screen).
2. Press and hold the Setup (or Set) button on the remote until the indicator blinks twice.
3. Enter the code for Xiaomi Mi TV from the list below. If the code fits, the remote saves the settings automatically.

Relevant IR codes for Xiaomi Mi TV (2026):

• 📺 1245 — model 4A/4C (2018–2020)
• 📺 0178 — for 5/5 Pro (2020–2022)
• 📺 2056 or 1083 — for Q1E/Q2 (2023–2026)
• 📺 0021 - Universal code (works on 70% of models)

If none of the code worked, try auto-search:

1. Hold the Setup until the indicator blinks twice.
2. Press 991 and the remote will go into auto-search mode.
3. Turn on the Power until the TV turns off. Then press OK to save.

⚠️ Note: Universal remotes do not support voice control and quick access buttons (such as Netflix or Prime Video.

Method 4: Control your TV through Mi Remote

If the physical remote is lost or broken, you can use the smartphone as a replacement.The Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS) supports all Xiaomi Mi TV models and works on Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

1. Download Mi Remote (Android) or Mi Remote (iOS)
2. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Open the app, select the TV. → Xiaomi.
4. Follow the instructions on the pairing screen. A confirmation request may appear on the TV.

Mi Remote allows you to control your TV without access to the Internet, if you have previously paired over Bluetooth, but some functions (such as voice search) require an active connection to the network.

Advantages of this method:

• 📱 No need to buy a new remote – enough smartphone.
• 🔄 Gestures are supported (for example, swipe to adjust volume).
• 🎤 Voice search works (if the TV supports Google Assistant).

Disadvantages:

• 🔋 The battery of the phone goes down quickly when used constantly.
• 📶 Dependence on the stability of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

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Mi Remote is a temporary solution, and for permanent use, it is better to restore the original remote or buy a new one.

Method 5: Reset the remote and TV settings

If there's no way to do that, it could be a software failure, in which case you can reset your remote or TV settings, and start with a soft reset.

1. Remove the batteries from the remote.
2. Press and hold any button (such as Power) for 20 seconds.
3. Put the batteries back in and try to reconnect.

If that doesn't work, reset the TV to factory settings.Warning: This will remove all installed apps and settings!

Settings → All settings → System → Reset → Reset all settings

After discharge:

1. The TV will reboot and offer an initial setup.
2. At the stage of connecting the remote, select Connect a new remote.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (you may need to enter) PIN-code).

⚠️ Attention: On Mi models TV P1 mi TV Q1E Resetting can block access to certain features (like Dolby Vision) if the TV was tied to a Xiaomi account.Be sure to remember login details before resetting!

Rare problems and their solutions

Sometimes the remote doesn't connect for obvious reasons, and here's a list of rare problems and solutions.

If the Xiaomi Mi TV does not respond to any remote control, check:

• 🔌 Is the power cable connected to the outlet (sometimes the TV "hangs" in sleep mode).
• 🔄 Does the Standby indicator light up red (indicates hardware locking).
• 📡 Are there any interferences from other IR devices (air conditioners, music centers).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting the Xiaomi Mi TV remote