How to change the language on the TV Xiaomi 55 Pro: 3 working methods + error solving

Xiaomi Mi TV 55 Pro comes with a multilingual interface, but sometimes users face a problem: the system displays menus in Chinese, English or other unfamiliar language. This makes it difficult to set up, especially if you have just unpacked the device or reset it to factory settings. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to change the language, from the standard path through the menu to alternative methods using the remote control or smartphone.

It is important to understand that the procedure may differ depending on the firmware version. MIUI TV and regional modifications of the TV, for example, models for the European market (Xiaomi) TV 55 Pro EU) Russian is usually supported out of the box, while Asian versions are usually supported (CN-We have taken these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions that will help even if your TV "does not see" Russian in the list of available languages.

If you've tried to change language through standard settings, but you haven't succeeded, don't rush to reset your TV. There's a section on typical problems, including when the language you want is missing or when you reset it after you reboot. And for those who prefer visual instructions, we've added screenshots of key steps (see menu item matching table below).

1. Standard method: change the language through the settings menu

This is the simplest method that works on most Xiaomi Mi TV 55 Pro with up-to-date firmware. The main condition is that you must at least approximate the current interface language to find the desired menu items. If the menu is in Chinese, English or Spanish, use the cheat sheet by icons at the end of the article.

Sequence of action:

1. Turn on the TV and press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to Preferences (or System in new versions of MIUI TV).
3. Select Language & Region (also known as Language Settings).
4. In the Language list, scroll to the desired language (for example, Russian or Russian).
5. Confirm your choice and wait for the TV to restart (usually 10-20 seconds).

If there is no Russian language on the list, but there is English, select it first, which will make it easier to navigate the menu for further actions (see the section on missing languages).

2. Alternative method: use of Mi Remote application

If navigating the menu in an unfamiliar language is difficult, you can control the TV from your smartphone through the official Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS), which is suitable for Xiaomi TV 55 Pro models with support for Mi Home or Google Home.

Instructions:

• 📱 Install Mi Remote from Google Play or App Store.
• 🔗 Connect your smartphone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔍 In the application, select the Xiaomi device TV and follow the instructions for pairing.
• 🖱️ After connecting, open the virtual remote and go to the language settings in the same way as on the physical remote.

The advantage of this method is that the application interface will be in Russian (if installed on a smartphone), which makes it easier to find the desired items. In addition, Mi Remote has a voice search function - you can say "Open language settings", and the application will open the desired partition.

3. Change the language through Google Assistant (for models with Android TV)

Xiaomi Mi TV 55 Pro Android TVs (e.g., the 2022-2026 models) support Google Assistant, which allows you to change the language without manually searching the menu. Importantly, voice commands only work if the current interface language supports Google Assistant (English, Spanish, German, etc.).

How to do this:

1. Activate Google Assistant by pressing the microphone button on the remote or saying “OK, Google.”
2. Say the command: "Open language settings" (open language settings) or "Change system language to Russian" (try to change the language immediately).
3. If the assistant doesn’t understand the command, try alternative language formulations like “Show language options” or “Switch to Russian.”

⚠️ Warning: After changing the language through Google Assistant, the TV may require a reboot.Do not interrupt the process, even if the screen goes out for 30 to 60 seconds - this is normal for Xiaomi models TV 55 Pro with firmware MIUI TV 3.0+.

4.The solution to the problem: language is not listed

The situation when the menu is not Russian or other language, typical for Xiaomi TV 55 Pro from China (CN-versions) or devices with outdated firmware. In this case, there are three options:

The safest method is to update the firmware via the Internet:

1. Go to Settings → About → System Update.
2. Click Check for Updates and wait for the latest version to load.
3. After updating, check the list of languages – support for Russian and European languages is often added.

If the update does not work, you will have to install it. EU-I'm using it manually:

1. Download the official firmware for Xiaomi Mi TV 55 Pro (EU) from the website miui.tv.
2. Unpack the archive and copy the file update.zip on USB-storage device FAT32).
3. Connect the flash drive to your TV and go to Settings → About → System Update → Select Update Package.
4. Select a file and wait for the installation to be completed (it will take 5-10 minutes).

Critical: don't take it out USB-For models in 2023 and later, use only official files with the.zip extension - homemade firmware can block access to Netflix and other services.

5. Resetting settings as a last resort

If none of the methods worked, it's just a matter of getting the TV back to factory settings, which will delete all the apps and accounts installed, but often solves language pack problems. On the Xiaomi TV 55 Pro, the reset is done like this:

Method 1: Through the menu (if you have access to the settings):

Settings → Device Preferences → Reset → Factory Data Reset → Erase Everything

Method 2: Hardware reset (if menu is not available):

1. Turn off the TV and disconnect it from the network for 1 minute.
2. Press and hold the Menu button on the remote + the Power button on the TV body.
3. Hold on for 10-15 seconds until the Xiaomi logo appears.
4. Release the buttons and wait for the reset to complete (the TV will reboot automatically).

⚠️ Note: After a hardware reset, the Xiaomi 55 Pro TV may request a link to the Mi Account that was used earlier.If you don't remember the login details, use the recovery service or contact Xiaomi with a check to buy.

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Take a photo before resetting QR-The code from the back of the TV (located next to the serial number) contains data for quick binding to the Mi Account after resetting.

6. Additional tips and frequent mistakes

When changing language to Xiaomi TV 55 Pro, users often face typical problems.

• 🔄 Language resets after rebooting, indicating that the system files are corrupted, only flashing through the system will help. USB (see section 4).
• 📵 Remote does not respond to buttons: check the batteries or connect the TV to the network via Ethernet – sometimes wireless modules are blocked when the software fails.
• 🌐 No Russian even after the upgrade: your model may be designed for another region.In this case, install English (United States) - this will open access to most of the features.
• ⚡ The TV freezes when you change your language: disconnect it from the network for 30 seconds, then try again. If the problem repeats, reset (section 5).

For Xiaomi Mi models TV 55 Pro 2023 and later, there's another life hack: if there's Ukrainian on the list of languages, it's 90 percent Russian-like, and that's a temporary solution until you get the official one. EU-firmware.

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Before any firmware manipulation, check the TV model in the Settings → About → Model menu. The firmware for Xiaomi TV 55 Pro and Xiaomi TV A Pro 55 are not interchangeable!

7. Cheat sheet: icons and menu items in different languages

If the TV menu is in an unfamiliar language, use this table of icons and items:

Also pay attention to the icons:

• ⚙️ — Settings (Settings)
• 🌐 — Language (Language)
• 🔄 — Update (Update)
• 📱 — Remote control/remote control)

If you see characters or unfamiliar characters, try to switch between menu items using the poke method, focusing on the location of the icons: ⚙️ → 3rd or 4th item → 🌐.

Frequent Questions (FAQ)