How to watch the time of the Xiaomi TV: all the ways for Mi TV and Redmi Smart TV

Owners of Xiaomi Mi TV and Redmi Smart TVs often have to know the total operating time of the device, this information may be needed to assess the wear of the matrix, check the warranty period or analyze the intensity of use. However, standard settings of Xiaomi TVs do not directly specify "Operation Time", as in smartphones, let us understand where this information is hidden and how to extract it without special tools.

Monitoring of work time is particularly important OLED-TVs (e.g. Mi) TV Q2 or Mi TV OLED), where long-term work affects the degradation of pixels. LCD-models (Mi) TV 4S, Redmi X50) This data helps plan maintenance, and in this article we will look at official and alternative methods, including hidden engineering menus and third-party utilities.

Spoiler: The easiest way is to use a service menu, but it requires care. For users without technical skills, methods will work through standard settings or mobile applications. And if you're ready to experiment, you can try connecting with ADB to get advanced statistics.

1. Viewing the working time through the standard settings Xiaomi TV

Although there is no direct “Operation Time” clause, some Xiaomi models have this information hidden in the device section, and the instructions are relevant for Android TVs 9.0 and later (e.g. Mi TV 5 Pro, Redmi Smart TV X2022):

1. Take the remote and press the Settings button (cogs).

2. Go to the Device section → On TV (Device) → About).

3. Scroll down to Uptime or System Status.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware may not have this item, in which case try an alternative path: Settings → All settings → System system → On TV. → Status. If you don't have data, move on to the next method.

This section also shows:

  • 📅 Date of first inclusion (if not reset)
  • 🔄 Number of reboots (on some models)
  • 📡 Firmware version (relevant for diagnosis)

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If the settings do not include the “Time to work”, try to update the TV firmware to the latest version – in new builds Xiaomi sometimes adds previously hidden data.

2.Use of the Engineering Menu (Service Menu)

The hidden engineering menu includes advanced technical information, including uptime, which works on 90% of Xiaomi TV models, but requires caution – don’t change settings unless you’re sure they’re there!

Instructions for entry:

  1. Turn off the TV with a button on the remote.
  2. Press sequentially (with intervals of 1 second): Menu → Up → Up → Down → Down → Left → Left → Left → Right
  3. The TV will be turned on in Service Menu mode.

On the engineering menu:

  • 🔍 Find the System Info or Device Info tab
  • 🕒 Search for Power on Time, Total Uptime, or Cumulative Time
  • 📊 In some models, the time is indicated in hours (for example, 1245h = 1245 hours)

⚠️ Warning: Do not press the Reset or Factory Default buttons in the engineering menu - this will cause the TV to completely reset! Use the Exit button to exit or turn off the TV with a long press on the power button.

What to do if the engineering menu does not open?
On some models (e.g. Mi TV P1), the button combination may be different. Try an alternative sequence: Menu → 1 → 3 → 7 → 9 (click fast). If it doesn't work, check the firmware's relevance or use the ADB method.

3. Checking through ADB (for advanced users)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) tool provides complete statistics of how your TV works, including activity times, which requires a PC and basic command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

  1. Turn on Debugging. USB on TV: Settings → On TV. → Software version (click 7 times on the line with the version until the message "You became a developer" appears) → For developers → Debugging by USB.
  2. Connect the TV to the PC via USB-port (use the port) USB 3.0 for stability).
  3. Install ADB Tools on your computer.
  4. Open the command line and type: Adb devices (should appear with a serial number).
  5. Run the command to get the operating time: adb shell cat /proc/uptime The first number is the operating time in seconds.

To convert seconds to days/hours, use a calculator or command:

adb shell "echo $(cat /proc/uptime | cut -d' ' -f1) / 3600 | bc -l"
ADB Team TeamDescriptionExample of inference
adb shell cat /proc/uptimeWorking time since the last reboot1234567.89 987654.32
adb shell dumpsys powerStatistics on consumption and time of activitymScreenOnTime = 3600000ms (1 hour)
adb shell settings get global device_provisioned_timeTime of first switching on (in milliseconds)1672531200000 (01.01.2023)

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB It can violate the warranty if you change system files. For safe use, limit yourself to the commands cat and dumpsys - they only read data.

📊 Which method seems most convenient to you?
Through standard settings
Engineering menu
ADB
Mobile app

4. Applications for monitoring working hours

If you need to track your work hours regularly, it's more convenient to use specialized apps. - Xiaomi TV fit:

1. TV Usage Tracker (available on Google Play for Android TV):

  • 📊 Keeps statistics of on/off switches
  • 📈 Builds activity schedules by day/week
  • 🔔 Notice of long-term work (useful for the OLED)

2. AIDA64 (universal utility):

  • 🔧 Shows the working time, temperature, loading CPU
  • 📋 Save logs to file
  • 🔄 It's not rooting.

3. Mi Home (official Xiaomi app):

  • 🏠 Connects to the TV via Mi Account
  • ⏱️ Shows the working time in the section "Devices" → [Yours. TV] → Statistics"
  • 🔄 Requires the TV to be linked to your account

To install apps on Xiaomi TV, use the built-in Google Play Store or download APK via Send Files to TV (a file transfer application from your phone).

Make sure the TV is connected to the internet

Enable installation from unknown sources (Settings → Security)

Download APK to your phone or directly to TV

Use a file manager (e.g. X-Plore) to install-->

5. Alternative methods: log files and service centers

If neither method works, there are two options:

1. Analysis of log files:

Xiaomi TVs run internal logs that record the time of the switches to extract them:

  1. Connect to ADB (see Section 3).
  2. Follow the command: adb pull /data/anr/traces.txt (the file will be saved on your PC).
  3. Look for lines from power_on or boot_completed.

2. Contact the service center:

Xiaomi’s official service centers have access to diagnostic equipment that reads the full history of the device, which is true if:

  • 🔧 TV for warranty (free diagnostics)
  • 📄 Data required for trial or return
  • 🔍 Factory marriage checks required

The cost of diagnosis in non-warranty cases is from 500 to 1500 rubles (depending on the region).

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Log files contain not only running time, but also error history, which is useful for diagnosing "glitches" of the TV, for example, spontaneous reboots.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find out the time of work, users often encounter problems, let's analyze the typical errors and their solutions:

Problem 1: There is no time data in the engineering menu

🔹 Reason: On some models (Mi) TV A Pro) this information is stored in another section or reset after updating.

🔹 Decision:

  • 🔄 Try to update the firmware to the latest version.
  • 🔍 Use it. ADB-dumpsy power.

Problem 2: ADB doesn't see TV

🔹 Reason: Not included debugging by USB or non-original cables are used.

🔹 Decision:

  • 🔌 Try another one. USB-cable (preferably from the set).
  • 🖥️ Install Google Drivers USB Driver on PC.
  • 🔄 Restart the TV and PC.

Issue 3: No Appendices are Installed

🔹 Reason: Manufacturer's restrictions on third-party APK.

🔹 Decision:

  • 📱 Install the application through Send Files to TV (available in Play Market).
  • 🔧 Enable Developer Mode and Allow Installation from Unknown Sources.
Can I reset the time meter on Xiaomi TV?
Technically, yes, but it requires root rights or special software for service centers. Under standard conditions, the meter is only reset when you have a full hardware reset, but it will also delete all your data and settings. ⚠️ Zeroing the meter can be regarded as an attempt to hide the real wear of the device during warranty repair.
How does the time of operation affect the Xiaomi warranty?
Xiaomi does not officially set time limits for warranty service: 📺 For OLED-Excessive operating time (over 30,000 hours) may be the reason for refusal of warranty repair of the matrix. 🔧 For LCD-The service center may request time data to analyze the causes of the malfunction (for example, overheating).
Why are there no uptime information on Xiaomi TVs?
In the latest models, the TV Q2 2023, Redmi Smart Fire TV) Xiaomi has removed the display of working time in standard settings for two reasons: 🔒 Protection against fraud in return of goods (buyers could reset the meter). 📉 Simplify the interface for the mass user, but the data is still accessible through the ADB ore-menu.
How to find out the time of the Xiaomi TV without a remote?
If the remote is lost or broken, use one of the methods: 📱 Install the Mi Remote app on your smartphone and connect to Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. 🖥️ Connect the keyboard or mouse by USB/Bluetooth Use them to navigate the menu. 🔌 Use buttons on the TV body (usually Menu) + Volume buttons. To enter the engineering menu without a remote, you can use a sequence of taps on the touch buttons (if you have them on your model).
Is there a difference between the Mi TV and Redmi Smart TV?
Yes, there are nuances: Mi TV setting (series 4/5/Pro) Redmi Smart TV Access via settings More often available Usually hidden Engineering menu Combination Menu + arrows Often requires ADB Data Accuracy Shows hours and minutes Sometimes only in seconds On Redmi Smart TV restrictions are more common due to simplified firmware.