Modern Xiaomi smartphones have powerful screens and excellent performance, but even the highest quality matrix AMOLED It's not as immersive as watching content on a big screen, and owners of brand devices often face the desire to stream videos, photos or games to a widescreen panel, whether it's a smart Smart Smart. TV ordinar HDMI-Fortunately, the ecosystem. MIUI HyperOS provides many built-in tools for organizing a wireless or wired connection.
The process of syncing devices can vary depending on the age of your TV and the version of the operating system on your smartphone. There are methods that do not require the installation of additional software, as well as solutions for older models of TVs that do not support modern protocols. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the current ways so that you can choose the most suitable for your situation and enjoy content without delay.
Before you start any manipulation, make sure that both devices are on and ready to go. Connectivity depends on the quality of the Wi-Fi router signal if you plan to use wireless technologies. For wired connection, you may need a special adapter, the compatibility of which we will also talk about below.
Wireless connection via built-in broadcast function
The easiest and most popular way for most users to use is the native Cast function, which is based on Miracast technology, which allows you to duplicate your smartphone screen onto your TV in real time, so you don't have to look for complex settings, because the system will find the available devices on the local network.
To start the process, lower the notification curtain and find the Translation icon. If it is not available quickly, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Broadcast. Once you turn on the search, the phone will start scanning the space around. On the TV, you need to activate the signal reception mode, which can be called Screen Mirroring, Anyview Cast or simply Wireless Monitor.
⚠️ Note: When using high-resolution wireless broadcasting (1080p or 4K) Short-term delays in sound or image are possible, especially if the router is running at an overloaded frequency of 2.4 GHz.
Successful pairing depends on several factors, including the firmware version of the TV, and the following is a table of protocol compatibility for different TV brands:
| TV brand | Name of the function on TV | Protocol | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi / Mi TV | Wireless Display | Miracast | Tall. |
| Samsung | Smart View | Miracast | Medium |
| LG | Screen Share | Miracast | Tall. |
| Sony / Philips | Screen duplication | Miracast | Medium |
Once you select your TV, a desktop image will appear on the smartphone screen, and the latency of input in games can be noticeable, so this method is best suited for viewing photos, presentations or video files where synchronization is not critical.
Using Google Home App for Smart TV
If your TV is running Android TV or has built-in Chromecast support, the most stable solution is to use the official Google Home app, which allows you not only to duplicate the screen, but also to send content directly to TV using the TV’s Internet channel, which reduces the load on the smartphone.
First, you need to download the app from Google Play and log in to the Google account that matches the account on your TV. Once you open the program, click on the icon of your device and select the "Translate screen" button, the system will warn you about possible traffic use, after which the image will appear on the large display.
The advantage of this method is to support high bitrate and better color reproduction compared to standard MIUI broadcast.In addition, you can control playback directly from a locked phone using it as a control panel.
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For maximum picture quality, make sure that both the phone and the TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (preferably 5 GHz) and not to the router’s guest network.
In some cases, the app may not see the TV, which often happens if the router is enabled to isolate AP clients, in which case the devices see the Internet, but can not "communicate" with each other within the local network.
Streaming videos via YouTube and Netflix
The most common use case is watching online cinemas. YouTube, Netflix, IVi, and others have a built-in “Cast” feature that works regardless of the phone’s system settings. This is ideal if you just need to run a movie without loading your smartphone’s processor.
Open the video in the app on your phone and click on the characteristic rectangle with waves in the corner of the player. Choose your TV from the list. It's important to understand that in this case the phone is only a remote: you can fold the application, answer the call or even turn off the screen, and the movie will continue to go.
- 📺 Video quality automatically adjusts to the speed of the Internet connected to the TV.
- 📱 The phone can be used for other tasks while viewing.
- 🎞️ Support 4K and HDR It depends on the capabilities of TV, not a smartphone.
However, there is a caveat: not all YouTube videos can be streamed; if the creator of the video has banned display on external screens, the Cast button will be inactive or absent; and it also requires that the same Google accounts be used in the app on the phone and on the TV, although this requirement is not always strictly enforced on the local network.
Connection via HDMI and USB-C cable
When wireless connectivity is impossible due to poor signal or lack of smart features on the TV, wired connectivity comes to the rescue. For modern Xiaomi models with USB Type-C connector, a special USB-C to HDMI adapter is needed.
Check support in the specs: look for MHL or DisplayPort Alt Mode technology. Xiaomi's flagship series, Mi and some Redmi Note models typically have this feature, while budget devices (Entry-level Redmi series, Poco M) often lack a video output at the hardware level.
Support check: Settings → About Phone → All specs → Search for “DisplayPort” or “MHL”To connect, just insert the adapter into the phone's charging port, and the adapter itself into the HDMI cable that goes to the TV. The TV automatically detects a new signal source. If there's no image, try switching the source (Source/Input) manually over the TV remote.
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Using the cable ensures no delays and maximum picture quality, which is critical for gaming or watching heavy video in 4K. However, it is worth considering that when you are actively transmitting video, the smartphone battery can discharge faster if the adapter does not have an additional port to recharge.
Use of the IR port and Mi Remote application
Many Xiaomi smartphones feature an integrated infrared port (IR Blaster) located on the upper end of the case, which allows you to turn the phone into a universal remote control, even if the TV is not connected to the Internet and is not a Smart TV. Mi Remote (Mi Remote) is pre-installed in most regions.
Launch the app, press +, and select the TV category, and you'll be asked to select a brand and consistently press buttons on the screen until the TV responds. Once set up, you'll be able to switch channels, adjust volume, and turn on/off the appliances.
This method doesn't broadcast from phone to screen, but it's an indispensable tool if you've lost your native remote or want to control your hardware when your phone is used as a media center. The IR port works on a line of sight principle, so point the top of the phone towards the TV receiver.
⚠️ Attention: Infrared port doesn't work through obstacles. There shouldn't be massive objects between the phone and the TV, although glass door tables usually miss the signal.
The unique feature of the Mi Remote is the ability to download remote profiles from the community of users, and if your TV is not listed, you can try to find it by model code or download the database through Wi-Fi.
Problem Solving and Configuring DLNA
Sometimes it happens that the phone doesn't see the TV, or the connection is constantly broken. One of the common reasons is that you use different Wi-Fi frequencies. Make sure both devices are connected to the same network. If the router distributes two networks (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) with different names, connect the gadgets to one of them.
To play local files (movies downloaded to your phone), DLNA is the best protocol. Unlike mirror display, DLNA only transmits a media file decolateable by the TV, and to do so, a DLNA-enabled media player (often called Media, Gallery, or LAN-sourced video) must be running on the TV.
- 📂 Use a file manager on your phone, such as Xiaomi’s Explorer.
- 📡 Select the video file, click "More» → «Broadcast" (or icon) DLNA).
- 📺 Select the TV in the list of devices.
If that doesn't work, try restarting your router, and often the network cache gets clogged, and simple devices like TVs don't respond to detection requests correctly.
What if the sound is coming and there is no picture?
In difficult cases, resetting network settings on your phone can help. Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth.This action will remove stored Wi-Fi passwords, but often solves problems with the visibility of devices on the local network.
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The most stable method for watching downloaded movies is to use DLNA through a file manager, as it loads the phone’s battery less than full screen mirroring.