Xiaomi Mi remote control TV Stick: How to connect, configure and use on 100%

Set Xiaomi Mi kit TV Stick includes a compact remote control that at first glance seems simple, but hides a lot of useful features. Many users are limited to basic buttons, without even knowing that the device supports voice control, fast commands to launch applications and hidden gestures. Meanwhile, the correct use of the remote can significantly speed up navigation on the Android interface TV Make viewing content more convenient.

In this article, we’ll take a look at all the buttons (including the little ones), learn how to connect it to the console the first time, set up a voice assistant and solve typical problems, from broken keys to synchronization failures, and learn how to program the remote to control the TV and why sometimes it’s better to use a duplicate app on your smartphone.

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Discussion of the buttons of the remote: what each key means

Mi remote control TV Stick has a minimalist design, but each button has a specific function. Let's take a look at the groups:

The main navigation keys (located in the center):

• 🔄 Round joystick - cursor control (up/down/left/right) + selecting the item (clicking the center). The sensitivity of the joystick can be adjusted in the settings.
• 🏠 Home – Returns to the main screen of Android TV. Holding 3 seconds opens the menu of quick settings (brightness, sound, network).
• 🔙 Back – works like a “Back” button in a smartphone: closes the menu or returns a step back in the application.

Multimedia buttons (right):

• 🎵 Loudness +/- — If it doesn't work, check if the console is synchronized with the console (more on this below).
• 🔇 No sound, turns off the sound with one tap, and then you press it again, and you reset the previous volume.
• 📺 Source – switches inputs on the TV (HDMI, AV It only works if the remote is programmed to control. TV (instruction).

Additional functions:

• 🎤 Microphone – activates the voice assistant Google Assistant. Supports commands in Russian (examples below).
• 🔍 Search – opens the search bar for content in Google Play and installed apps.
• ⚙️ Settings - quick access to the console settings menu.
• 📱 “A” button (in some versions) – launches the Mi Home app to manage Xiaomi smart devices.

Please note: in the remotes for Mi TV Stick 4K (model MDZ-26-AB) Added a Netflix button to quickly launch the service (MDZ-22-AB) She's gone.

Connecting the remote to Xiaomi Mi TV Stick: step-by-step instructions

In most cases, the remote will sync to the console automatically when you first turn on, but if this does not happen or you lose communication (for example, after resetting the settings), manually link:

Step 1. Battery checks

• 🔋 Open the back cover of the remote (pound it with a nail or a flat screwdriver).
• 📦 Make sure that two batteries are installed. AAA (complete!).
• ⚡ The polarity must match the marking in the compartment ("+" ce "+", "-" ce "-").

Step 2. Synchronization with the prefix

1. Connect Mi. TV Stick to the TV and turn it on.
2. Press and hold the Home buttons. + Back on the remote for 5 seconds until the indicator lights up.
3. Wait for the message on the screen "Remote connected" (usually takes 10-15 seconds).

If the synchronization fails:

• 🔄 Reboot the console: Settings → The device → Reboot.
• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the console and the console (maximum distance is 10 meters).
• 🔌 Check if the batteries are out (even new ones may be defective).

Batteries installed correctly|The prefix is on and loaded.|The remote is within a radius of 3 meters|No interference from other IR devices-->

Step 3: Checking the performance

Press any button (such as Volume) +). If the indicator on the remote flashes, but the console does not respond:

• 🛠️ Update the firmware of the console: Settings → About the prefix → Updating the system.
• 🔧 Reset the remote settings: pinch Home + Loudness + 10 seconds.

⚠️ Note: If the remote was previously tied to another Xiaomi console, you must first untie it. → remote → Remove the device.

Configuring voice control: commands in Russian

The microphone button on the remote activates Google Assistant, which understands Russian.

1. Press and hold the button. 🎤, until the microphone animation appears on the screen.
2. Say the command clearly, without pause. Example: "Turn on YouTube on TV."
3. Wait for the execution (the console will confirm the action with voice or text).

Supported commands (Russian language):

If the voice assistant does not respond:

• 🔊 Check if the microphone is connected: Settings → The device → Microphone.
• 🌐 Make sure the console is connected to the Internet (voice commands are processed by Google cloud).
• 📱 Update Google Play Services: Settings → Annexes → Google Play Services → Update.

⚠️ Note: Voice control may not work in regions where Google Assistant is not officially supported (for example, in Belarus or Kazakhstan), the solution is to change the region in the settings of the consoles to "Russia" or "Ukraine".

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If the remote does not recognize the voice, try to talk closer to the microphone (a distance of 20-30 cm) and avoid noisy rooms, and check whether the microphone does not drown out the protective film (sometimes it remains after unpacking).

Programming remote control for TV control

Mi remote control TV Stick can duplicate the functions of the remote from the TV (on/off, volume control, channel switching":

Method 1. Automatic setting

1. Go to Settings. → remote → Control setup TV.
2. Choose your TV brand from the list (e.g. Samsung, LG, Sony).
3. Follow the instructions on the screen: the console will send test signals, and you must confirm whether they worked.

Method 2: Manual learning (if the brand is not listed)

1. In the same menu, select Manual setting.
2. Direct the original remote from TV on Mi TV Stick (Infrared port must "see" it).
3. Press the button on the original remote (e.g., Enable), then on the Xiaomi remote – the system will record the signal.
4. Repeat for all the buttons you need (volume, channels, etc.).

Supported TV brands (according to Xiaomi data for 2026):

• 📺 Samsung (series) QLED, Crystal UHD, 2018 models and newer)
• 📺 LG (WebOS, models from 2017)
• 📺 Sony (Bravia, Android TV)
• 📺 Philips, TCL, Hisense (partial support)

If your TV isn't on the list, try choosing the nearest model to feature. TV The profile of Sony Bravia is suitable.

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Programming of the control panel TV If your TV is controlled over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi (such as Samsung The Frame), the feature will not be available.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even the original Xiaomi remote can fail, and let’s look at the most common situations and ways to fix them:

Remote is not responding to pressing

• 🔋 Replace discharged batteries with new ones (even if they are "nearly new"). Use alkaline batteries (Duracell, Energizer).
• 📶 Interference from other devices – temporarily disconnect other IR remotes (from the air conditioner, music center).
• 🔄 Synchronization failure – reset the remote: pinch Home + Loudness for 10 seconds.

Buttons are running with a delay

• 📡 Check the distance to the console (maximum 10 meters without obstacles).
• 🔧 Turn off the Power Saving function in the settings of the consoles (Settings) → Screen and sound → Sleep regimen).
• 🔄 Reboot the console: Settings → The device → Reboot.

Voice control is not working.

• 🌐 Check your internet connection (voice commands require cloud processing).
• 🔊 Make sure the microphone is not silenced: Settings → The device → Microphone.
• 📱 Update Google Play Services and Google App to Settings → Annexes.

The remote controls the console, but not the TV

• 📺 Repeat control settings TV (instruction).
• 🔦 Check if the IR port on the remote is closed (dust, film).
• 🛠️ If the TV is older than 2015, it may not support universal IR commands.

Hidden functions of the remote: what can, but does not advertise Xiaomi

The manufacturer doesn't always talk about all the features of the remote, but here are some life hacks for power users:

1. Quick application launches

Press and hold the Home button, and the menu with the latest apps that you've launched opens, faster than looking for them on the home screen.

2. Game Controller mode

In some games (e.g. emulators), the remote joystick can be used as a D-pad.

1. Start the game.
2. Press Home. + Loudness + simultaneously.
3. The joystick will work as a gamepad (up/down/left/right) + choice).

3. Screenshots of the screen

Take a screenshot of the Mi TV Stick is possible without additional applications:

1. Press and hold the volume - + Back in 2 seconds.
2. Screenshot will be saved in the folder Pictures/Screenshots (Available through the file manager).

4.Managing a smart home

If you have Xiaomi devices (lamps, sockets, robot vacuum cleaner), the remote can control them through the Mi Home button (if you have one in your model).

• Sign in to your Xiaomi account on the console.
• Connect your smart home devices to the same account.
• Press the A (or Mi Home) button and the control panel will open.

5 Night light mode

Pressing Volume (3 seconds) for a long time will activate the dark theme mode and reduce the brightness of the screen to 30%.

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If you don't have enough buttons on the remote, buy the Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro — it supports key customization through the Mi Home app. For example, you can assign a separate button to run Kodi or Twitch.

Alternatives to the original remote

If the original remote is broken or lost, there are several ways to control the Mi. TV Stick:

1. Mi Remote appendix (Android/iOS)

Pros: you do not need to buy a new remote, there are additional features (for example, touchpad).

Cons: requires a smartphone at hand, there may be delays with a weak Wi-Fi signal.

Universal remotes

Suitable models with support for Android TV:

• 📺 Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro – official replacement, supports voice control.
• 📺 Logitech Harmony – a programmable remote for all equipment in the house.
• 📺 One For All – Budget version with basic features.

3. Keyboard and mouse via Bluetooth

Any wireless keyboard or mouse (such as the Xiaomi Bluetooth Keyboard) connects to the console via:

1. Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the pairing mode on the keyboard / mouse.
3. Select the device from the list.

Pros: convenient for text input and navigation.

Cons: does not replace the remote completely (no volume buttons, source, etc.).

4. Voice control via smartphone

If you have Google Home or Alice from Yandex, you can control the prefix voice:

• 🎤 Connect Mi. TV Stick to the same Google account as the column.
• 🗣️ Say, "OK, Google, turn on Netflix on your TV."

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When using alternative remotes or applications, you may need to turn off the power-saving mode on the console (Settings) → Screen and sound → Sleep regimen → Never, otherwise the connection will be broken.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi TV Stick remote