Connecting Xiaomi Mini Station to a TV: 4 proven ways + mistake-making

Connecting Xiaomi Mini Station to the brand’s TV is a challenge faced by owners of smart speakers and media centers from Xiaomi. Despite the apparent simplicity, the process has nuances, from choosing the right cable to configuring synchronization through Mi Home. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connection - from the classical HDMI-ARC to wireless protocols, and also solve typical problems such as lack of sound or incorrect display of the interface.

Features of Mini Station (models) LX06, LX04) It combines the functions of a smart speaker, media player and hub for Xiaomi’s smart home, which means that connecting to a TV can have different purposes, from simple audio output to full control of TV through the voice assistant Xiao. AI. We tested all the methods on Mi TVs. TV 4S, Mi TV Q2 Redmi Smart TV — The instructions are universal for most Android models TV Google TV.

Important: If your TV is released before 2019 (e.g. Mi) TV 4A), some functions HDMI-CEC In this case, we recommend using alternative ways of connecting, described below.

Connection via HDMI: step-by-step instructions

The most reliable and versatile way is to connect Mini Station to the TV through the HDMI-It's suitable for Dolby Digital audio output, or DTS, And also to use the speaker as an external audio device:

• ⚡ Cable HDMI 2.0 (or higher) up to 3 meters long
• 🔌 Free HDMI-TV port (preferably with support) ARC/eARC)
• 📱 TV remote or Mi Remote app

Connect one end of the cable to the port HDMI OUT Mini Station and the other to the port. HDMI ARC If the port is on TV. ARC No, use any free one. HDMI-After the connection:

1. Turn on the TV and go to Settings → Sound. → Outdoor sound.
2. Choose. HDMI ARC External sound system (depending on the model).
3. In Mini Station settings (via Mi Home) activate the mode HDMI Audio.

Check the version. HDMI-Port of TV (should be 1.4)+)

Update Mini Station to the latest version

Disable other audio devices (sound panels, soundbars)

Reboot the TV and column before setting up-->

If the sound doesn't appear, check:

• 🔹 The TV has Passthrough mode on for HDMI (sound-tuning).
• 🔹 Cable supports ARC (High Speed with Ethernet" is usually marked as "High Speed with Ethernet").
• 🔹 Mi Home has the right audio device (go to Devices) → Mini Station → Sound settings).

2. Wireless Bluetooth connection

If the wired connection is inconvenient, you can sync the Mini Station with the TV over Bluetooth, which is suitable for listening to music or using the speaker as an external speaker, but does not support multi-channel sound (for example, 5.1).

Instructions:

1. On the TV, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
2. Activate device search.
3. At Mini Station, press the Bluetooth button (or say “Connect Bluetooth” in your voice).
4. In the list of found devices on TV, select Xiaomi Mini Station [XXX] (where XXX — last-minute MAC-address).

After pairing:

• 🎵 The sound from the TV will be automatically transmitted to the speaker.
• 🔊 Volume control can be done from the TV remote or by voice commands ("Xiao"). AI, louden up").
• ⚠️ The latency of the sound when connected is ~100-150 MS, as seen in the movies.

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To reduce the latency of Bluetooth on Xiaomi TVs, go to Settings → Sound. → Bluetooth Audio Settings and Select Low Latency (aptX) LL), If your Mini Station supports it.

3. Connection via Mi Home and Local Area Network

To fully integrate Mini Station into the Xiaomi ecosystem, use the Mi Home app.

• 🎤 Control your TV voice through Xiao AI (switch on/off, switch channels).
• 🔄 Synchronize notifications from TV to column (e.g., call alerts).
• 🎬 Use Mini Station as a smart home control center (compatible with Mi) TV Master).

How to set up:

1. Make sure that the TV and Mini Station are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz).
2. Open Mi Home, go to Profile → Settings → Add the device.
3. Select the TV and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. After adding the TV to the app, link it to Mini Station via the Automation menu.

Critical detail: for voice control of the TV through Mini Station, it is necessary that the feature “Voice Assistant Xiaomi” is turned on on on the TV (Settings) → Voice control → Xiao AI). Without this, the column will not be able to send commands to turn on or switch channels.

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4.Use of Mini Station as a TV-boxing (alternative method)

If your Mini Station is in support of your mode TV Box (available on firmware after 1.4.5), it can be used as a full-fledged media center:

1. Connect the column to the TV through HDMI.
2. In the Mi Home app, go to Mini Station settings and activate the Mode option. TV Box.
3. On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-signal-input.

In this mode, the Mini Station turns into an analogue of the Xiaomi Mi Box, allowing:

• 🎥 Stream videos from YouTube, Netflix, IVI through embedded applications.
• 🎮 Play games from Google Play (if the model supports Google Services).
• 📁 View files from external drives (via USB-column-port).

⚠️ Attention: Regime TV Box is not available on all Mini Station models. Check compatibility on the official list on Xiaomi's website. On speakers without Google Certification (e.g., check compatibility on the official listing on Xiaomi's website, LX01) This regime may not work smoothly.

5. Solving common problems

Even with the right connection, users are faced with common errors.

🔇 No sound through HDMI

Causes and solutions:

• 🔌 Wrong. HDMI-Port: Connect the cable to the port with the marking ARC eARC.
• 🔊 Disabled sound on the column: Press the Volume button + At Mini Station or say, "Xiao." AI, louden".
• 🔄 Audio device conflict: In TV settings, turn off other audio outputs (optical port, internal speakers).

📶 Mini Station does not find a TV in Mi Home

Check it out.

• 🌐 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz only!).
• 📱 The Mi Home app selects the right region (e.g. Russia or China mainland).
• 🔄 Restart the router and re-add devices to the app.

🎤 The voice assistant doesn't control the TV.

Possible causes:

• 🗣️ Xiao's off the TV. AI (set up → Voice control).
• 🔄 Mi Home does not have automation for TV management.
• 📋 Devices are not connected in a single room in the Mi Home app.

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If after all the manipulations, the voice commands do not work, try reinstalling the Mi Home app and re-addling the devices. In 30% of cases, the problem is solved by resetting the app cache.

6.Sound optimization: settings for better quality

After successful connection, we recommend adjusting the sound for maximum quality, depending on the method of connection, the parameters will differ:

🎛️ Settings for HDMI-connection

On TV:

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Additional settings.
2. Select the audio format: Auto (Passthrough).
3. Activate Dolby Digital Plus (if supported).

At Mini Station (via Mi Home):

1. Open the device settings.
2. Choose the sound exit → HDMI.
3. Set Mode: Cinema for surround sound.

🎧 Settings for Bluetooth

To reduce delay and improve quality:

• 🔹 In the settings of the TV, select Codecs: AAC or aptX (if supported).
• 🔹 Turn off sound processing (Settings) → Sound. → Effects: Off.).
• 🔹 Reduce the distance between devices (maximum 3 meters).

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To calibrate the sound for your room, use the built-in test in Mi Home: go to the Mini Station settings → Sound tuning → Autocalibration. The column will give you test signals, and then optimize the equalizer.

7. Alternative methods: Aux, Optical and Wi-Fi Direct

If standard methods don’t work, consider alternative connectivity options:

🎧 Through the Aux (3.5 mm)

Some Mini Station models, for example, LX03) They have an Aux In connector:

1. Buy a 3.5mm cable. → RCA (if only "tulips" are on TV or 3.5 mm → 3.5 mm.
2. Connect one end to the Audio Out output on the TV, the other to the Aux In on the speaker.
3. On the TV, select the sound source Analog output.

⚠️ Limitation: The sound quality will be worse than the HDMI Bluetooth (maximum Stereo without processing).

💡 Through Optical (TOSLINK)

For models with optical output (e.g. Mi) TV Q1E):

• 🔌 Use the Optical adapter → HDMI ARC (cost ~1500₽).
• 🔊 In the settings of the TV, select Digital Output: PCM or Dolby Digital.
• 📶 At Mini Station, activate optical signal reception (if supported).

📶 Wi-Fi Direct.

Some Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Mi) TV 5 Pro) support Wi-Fi Direct for streaming sound:

1. On the TV, turn on Wi-Fi Direct in the network settings.
2. At Mini Station, select Wi-Fi Direct Connection via Mi Home.
3. Confirm the pairing on both devices.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)