How to Change Language on Xiaomi TV: All Ways to Get Mi TV and Redmi Smart TV

Xiaomi TVs are among the most popular Smart TVs on the market due to a combination of price, quality and functionality. However, after buying or resetting the settings, many users face a problem: the interface is displayed in Chinese, English or another foreign language, this situation is especially relevant for models not officially shipped to Russia, where Russian may not be on the standard list.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to change the language on Xiaomi Mi TV (series 4, 4A, 4S, 5, 5 Pro) and Redmi Smart TV (X50, X55, X65, etc.), including hidden settings, circumventing restrictions and manually installing language packs.

Important: The procedure may vary depending on the version of MIUI TV (from 1.0 to 3.0+) and regional firmware. If your model is released after 2023, check the section on automatic language pack updates - this is the easiest way.

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

If your Xiaomi TV already has Russian pre-installed but another one is activated, you can change it in 30 seconds, which works for most models on MIUI TV 2.0 and later, including:

• 📺 Mi TV 4A (all dimensions: 32, 43, 50, 55")
• 📺 Mi TV 4S and 4X (2019–2023)
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X50/X55/X65 (series 2020–2026)
• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2 (premium models)

Instructions:

1. Take the remote and press the Settings button (cog or three stripes).
2. Go to Preferences → Language & Input (System → Language)
3. Select Language and scroll through the list to the desired language.
4. Confirm the selection and wait for the reboot (takes ~10 seconds).

⚠️ Note: Some firmware may reset channel order or sound settings after changing language. Write down important parameters in advance (e.g. volume levels for different sources).

2 If Russian is not on the list: hidden settings

A common problem with Xiaomi Mi TV owners who have bought in China or Asia is that there is no Russian on the menu, and this is due to regional firmware (CN, IN, Global), the solution is to manually activate hidden language packs through an engineering menu.

The method works for MIUI TV 1.0-2.5 models (including Mi TV 4A 32" and Redmi TV 70"). For newer versions (3.0+), see Section 4.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the settings → About TV → version of MIUI TV.
2. Click 5 times in a row on the string with the firmware version until the Developer mode enabled notification appears.
3. Return to the main settings menu and a new Developer options section will appear.
4. Go to Developer Options → Language settings.
5. In the Add language field, enter the code ru-RU (for Russian) or uk-UA (for Ukrainian) and press OK.
6. Reboot the TV (Settings → Restart)

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI TV 1.5 and below) after adding the language may require reset to factory settings (Settings) → Reset → Factory reset.This will delete all installed applications and saved channels!

3. Update firmware to add languages

If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2021 and doesn’t support Russian out of the box, the most reliable way is to upgrade to a global version, adding all European languages, including Russian, Ukrainian and Belarusian.

Update options:

• 🌐 By air (OTA): Settings → Update of the PO → Check for updates if the global version is available (Global or EEA), set it up.
• 💾 Through USB: Download the firmware from the official Xiaomi website, unpack ZIP-flash-drive (FAT32), Put it in the TV and select Settings. → Update via USB.
• 🔧 Through ADB: For experienced users, the connection to ADB It requires a PC and command line knowledge.

⚠️ Note: Update the firmware through USB or ADB This can lead to a loss of warranty if the TV is not designed for your region.Before the procedure, check the model on the Xiaomi website - some devices (for example, Mi). TV 4X India does not support regional change.

4. Change of language to MIUI TV 3.0 and later (2022-2026)

The latest versions of MIUI TV 3.0+ (installed on Xiaomi TV A2 43, Redmi Smart Fire TV, etc.) make the language change process easier, but there are nuances: the main change is that language packets load automatically when you first connect to the Internet.

If the Russian didn't show up,

1. Check the connection to the network: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi/Ethernet.
2. Update the TV: Settings → System update.
3. Restart the device: Hold the power button on the remote for 5 seconds.
4. If the language never appeared, try resetting to factory settings (Settings → Reset → Factory data reset).

For models with Google TV (e.g. Xiaomi TV A Pro):

1. Open Settings → System → Language and input.
2. Select Add Language and find Russian (Russia).
3. Drag Russian to the top of the list.

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If the TV shows the Chinese interface again after reset, turn off the Internet before the first setting. The system will prompt you to select a language from the local list (usually there are English and Russian).

5. Problem Solving: TV doesn't keep tongue or reset

Sometimes, after changing the language, the Xiaomi TV "forgets" the settings or returns to Chinese/English.

If none of these methods helped, check:

• 🔌 Power: The TV must be connected to the socket directly (without extension cords).
• 📡 Network: With a weak Internet, language packs may not load.
• 🔄 Region: In some models (Mi) TV ES) Language is linked to the Xiaomi account region.

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If the TV is purchased in China and is not updated via OTA, the only reliable way to add Russian is to flash the global version of MIUI TV via USB.

6. Alternative methods: remote, voice input and third-party applications

If the standard methods do not work, you can try workarounds:

Method 1: Google Voice Assistant (for models with Google TV):

1. Press the microphone button on the remote.
2. Say "Switch language to Russian" or "Change language to Russian".
3. Follow the voice cues.

Method 2: Mi Remote app on your smartphone:

1. Install the Mi Remote app (Android/iOS).
2. Connect to the TV via Wi-Fi.
3. In the Settings section of the application, find Language and select Russian.

Method 3: Reset via service menu (for power users):

1. Turn off the TV.


2. Press the remote sequentially: Menu → Input → Volume + → Power (hold 5 seconds).




3. In the service menu, select "Factory Reset" (use the Volume buttons for navigation).




4. After restarting, reset the language.

⚠️ Attention: Service menus are for maintenance. Mistakes can cause the TV to break or the warranty to be lost. Use this method only if other options are exhausted.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When changing the language to Xiaomi TV, users often make common mistakes:

• 🔄 Incomplete reset: If you reset settings through Reset but don't delete your Xiaomi account, the language may not change.Solution: Sign out before reset.
• 📥 Interrupted firmware download: If during the update through USB Take out the flash drive or turn off the TV, the system may get damaged.Solution: Wait for the full installation (the indicator on the screen should show 100%).
• 🌍 Wrong region: When you first set up, many choose China over Russia or Europe.Solution: Reset the TV and reset by specifying the correct region.
• 🔑 Parental Control Block: If Parental Control is enabled, some settings (including language) may be blocked.Solution: Enter PIN (default 0000 or 1234).

If the language has not changed after all the manipulations, check:

• 📋 TV model: Some budget models (Redmi) TV 32" for India" does not physically support Russian.
• 🔧 Firmware version: On the site MIUI Downloads can be checked if your model has a global firmware.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions