Xiaomi remote TV: How to use all the functions correctly

Remote from Xiaomi TV — It's not just a channel switching device, it's a full-fledged smart TV control center that supports voice input, gestures, and even integration with other devices in the Mi Home ecosystem. However, many users use only 20% of its features, unaware of the hidden features.

In this article, we will discuss not only basic actions (turning on, switching channels, adjusting volume), but also advanced settings: how to set up a voice assistant, use hotkeys, synchronize the remote with other Xiaomi gadgets, and what to do if it stops working.

If you just bought a TV, you've got a Mi. TV You may have used it for a long time, but you want to unlock the potential of the remote 100% - this is for you. We have collected up-to-date information for 2026, including features of the latest models (for example, Xiaomi). TV A Pro or Mi TV Q2).

Basic elements of the Xiaomi TV remote: the purpose of each button

At first glance, Xiaomi's remote looks minimalist, but behind the simple design, there's a lot of functionality. Let's take a look at the purpose of each button to avoid confusion.

The standard remote (models 2020-2026) includes:

• 🔘 Power button: Turn on/off TV. Hold on for 5 seconds triggers reboot menu.
• 📺 Home - returns PatchWall (Xiaomi shell) to the home screen. Double tap opens the list of recent apps.
• 🔍 Search – activates the search string for content (movies, TV shows, apps) in new models supports voice input.
• 🎤 Microphone – starts voice assistant (works only when connected to the Internet).
• ↑↓←→ Navigation keys -- navigating the menu. In the center is the button. OK proof-of-choice.
• 🔊 Volume control — +/–. In some firmware, the hold opens the sound effects panel.
• 📶 Settings – Quick access to the TV settings menu.
• 🔄 Returns – a step back to the menu or exit from the app.
• 📺 Source - Switching between HDMI, USB, TV and other entrances.
• 🎵 Music / Video - in new remotes opens the media player Mi Video or Mi Music.

Please note: in the remotes for Xiaomi models TV 65" Q2 2023 And a newer added button Game Mode (🎮) To activate game mode with reduced input delay. Netflix/Prime Video (🎬) for quick launch of streaming services.

An important nuance: if your remote is not responsive to pressing, check if the infrared (IR) transmission is blocked - it is located at the top of the device. Also make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and the TV (glass, mirrors can block the signal).

How to connect the remote to Xiaomi TV: step-by-step

In most cases, the remote is already paired with the TV out of the box, but sometimes you need to reconnect — for example, after resetting or replacing batteries. Let's consider both automatic and manual pairing.

Automatic connection (for new remotes):

1. Turn on the TV with the power button on the body.
2. Press and hold the Home buttons. + Back on the remote for 5 seconds.
3. Wait for the indicator to flash on the remote (usually a red or green LED).
4. The TV should show a notification "Remote connected".

Manual pairing (if the automatic does not work):

1. Go to Settings → Devices → Remote and accessories.
2. Select "Add remote» → «Bluetooth remote (even if your remote is IR-powered).
3. Press and hold Home. + OK on the remote before the indication.
4. Confirm the connection on the TV screen.

If the remote still doesn’t connect, try resetting it: Remove the batteries, press and hold any button for 10 seconds, then insert the batteries back and re-pair.

⚠️ Attention: Remotes for Xiaomi models TV 4S/4A (2018–2019 They only use IR and do not support Bluetooth. For them, manual pairing is not available - just point the remote to the TV and press any button.

Voice assistant: settings and commands

One of the key features of Xiaomi remotes is the built-in voice assistant, which supports Russian (since 2021) and allows you to control the TV without pressing buttons.

How to activate voice input:

1. Make sure the TV is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
2. Press the button. 🎤 on the remote or say “Hi, Mi” (if the function is enabled in the settings).
3. When using for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen to set up the microphone.

Useful voice commands:

• 🔍 «Find Interstellar Movie – Search for Content from All Sources.
• 📺 «Turn on the first channel – switch to the specified channel.
• 🔊 «Increase volume by 20% – precise sound adjustment.
• 🎬 «Launch Netflix – Opening the app.
• ⚙️ «Open the sound settings – quick access to the menu.
• 🌙 «Turn off the TV in 30 minutes – set your sleep timer.

In the 2023-2026 models, the voice assistant supports contextual commands, such as “Show trailers for Leonardo DiCaprio movies” or “Put on music for training” (integration with Mi Music).

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If the voice assistant doesn't understand the commands, try to shorten the query, for example, instead of "Show me the weather for tomorrow in Moscow," say "Weather Moscow tomorrow."

To improve speech recognition:

1. Go to Settings. → Voice assistant → Voice training.
2. Say 3-5 phrases to calibrate the microphone.
3. Enable the option of “Voice Adaptation” (if available).

⚠️ Attention: Voice search requires an active Internet connection. With slow Wi-Fi (speed below 5 Mbps), there may be delays in processing commands. To check the speed, say: "Check the Internet speed».

Hidden remote functions: hot keys and gestures

Xiaomi remote TV It supports button combinations and gestures that are not mentioned in the official manual, which saves time and makes control more intuitive.

Hot keys:

Gestures (for remotes with a gyroscope):

• 👆 Shake the remote up/down – rewind the video for 10 seconds.
• ☝️ Sloping left/right - switching tracks in the player.
• 🤘 Double-push OK + Bending forward – activation of game mode (if supported).

Another hidden feature is Night Light mode, and to turn it on without going to the menu, press Menu. → Down. → Left. → OK. This mode reduces brightness and adds a warm hue for comfortable viewing in the dark.

Troubleshooting: The remote does not work or is glitchy

If Xiaomi's remote TV You don't react to commands, you don't rush to buy a new one, and 90 percent of the time, you can solve the problem yourself.

The remote does not turn on the TV:

• 🔋 Check the batteries (even if they are new – bad contact is possible).
• 📶 Make sure the IR transmitter is not closed (e.g., with a cover or hand).
• 🔄 Reboot the TV with a button on the case, then repeat pairing.
• 🛠️ If the remote fell, check the integrity of the case – sometimes the contacts inside leave.

The buttons work once or again or they stop:

• 🧹 Clean the dust buttons with compressed air or a soft brush.
• 💧 Wipe the contacts inside the remote with alcohol (carefully without pouring the fee).
• 🔧 If the button fails, put a thin layer of foil under it (temporary solution).

The voice assistant doesn't answer:

• 📶 Check your internet connection (voice commands require cloud processing).
• 🎤 Make sure the microphone is not silenced (some remotes have a physical switch).
• 🔄 Update the TV firmware in Settings → On TV. → Update of the PO.

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If the remote is fully functional, but the TV does not respond, try resetting the IR port settings: go to Settings → Devices → Remotes → Discharge of IR connections.

⚠️ Note: Bluetooth remotes (Models 2021 and newer) may conflict with other wireless devices (e.g. headphones or speakers) and disable them before pairing the remote.

Synchronize the remote with other Xiaomi devices

Xiaomi remote TV It can control not only the TV, but also other gadgets of the Mi Home ecosystem - lamps, air conditioners, robot vacuum cleaners.

How to connect the remote to a smart home:

1. Install the Mi Home app on your smartphone and log in.
2. Add the TV to the app (if it is not already connected).
3. Go to Profile. → Settings → Functions Laboratory and activate "Management" TV remote».
4. Click Add Device and select the gadgets you want to control (e.g. Yeelight or Mi Air Conditioner).

Examples of management:

• 💡 Hold on to Menu. + Up – Turning on/off the Yeelight lights.
• ❄️ Menu + Down - Change in air conditioning temperature.
• 🤖 Menu + Left: Start cleaning robot vacuum cleaner.

Limitation: No more than 5 devices can be synced at a time, and some features may require a Mi Home Hub (a central hub for a smart home).

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If you have multiple Xiaomi TVs, you can program one remote to control all of them, and then select Add TV and follow the instructions in the remote settings.

Update of the remote firmware: when and how to do it

Yeah, Xiaomi remote. TV It also has firmware that can be updated, which fixes bugs, adds new features (such as support for additional voice commands), and improves stability.

How to check the remote firmware version:

1. Go to Settings → Devices → Remote and accessories.
2. Select your remote from the list.
3. The firmware version will be listed in the "Information" section.

How to update firmware:

• 📥 Automatic: The TV will offer the update itself, if available. Confirm installation.
• 🖥️ Manual: Download the latest firmware for your remote model from Xiaomi's official website. Unpack the archive and copy the file remote_update.bin To the flash drive (root directory). Connect the flash drive to the TV and go to Settings. → Devices → Remote update.