How to tie the remote to the TV Xiaomi 32: all ways + error solving

Xiaomi’s 32-inch TVs (Mi TV 4A 32, Mi TV 4S 32, Mi TV 5 32, and others) support both original Bluetooth remotes and universal IR devices. However, many users face difficulties when first setup or after resetting. In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to link the remote, from standard synchronization to manual code entry for universal models.

Xiaomi TVs are hybrid-based, with original remotes (such as Xiaomi Mi Remote) connected via Bluetooth, and universal remotes via infrared (IR) ports. If the TV doesn’t respond to commands, the problem may be the wrong type of connection or firmware failure, and we’ll look at both options, and we’ll give you recommendations for correcting common errors, such as flashing displays on the remote or lack of response to buttons.

Before you start setting up, make sure that:

• 🔋 The remote has working batteries (check the polarity).
• 📺 The TV is connected to the network and is in standby mode (the indicator is lit red or white).
• 📱 If you use the original remote, it has not been paired with another Xiaomi device (e.g., a projector or soundbar).

1. Binding the original Xiaomi Mi Remote remote

Xiaomi's original remotes (such as Mi Remote or Mi TV Remote) connect to the TV via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), a process called pairing and usually occurs automatically when the remote is turned on for the first time. If the remote doesn't work, perform forced synchronization:

1. Reset remote: Remove the batteries for 10 seconds, then insert them back in. This will reset the current connection settings.
2. Activate TV mating mode: On your TV, go to Settings → Bluetooth and Devices → Add device. Select Remote Control.

Synchronization:

Menu + OK

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Confirmation:

Confirm

If the TV doesn't find the remote, check:

• 🔄 Distance between devices (maximum 1 meter during mating).
• 📶 No interference from other Bluetooth devices (e.g. wireless headphones).
• 🔧 TV firmware version (update to Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).

Reset the remote (remove the batteries)|Update the TV firmware|Remove old connected devices in Bluetooth|Stay within 1 meter radius of TV-->

⚠️ Note: If the remote was previously paired with another Xiaomi device (such as the Mi Box), you must first untie it. → Bluetooth → Device list and remove remote.

2. Setup of a universal IR remote

Universal remotes (e.g. Huayu, One For All, Supra) connect to Xiaomi TV 32 via an infrared port. This will require manually entering the manufacturer's code or performing automatic search. Most universal remotes support Xiaomi TVs under the brand XIAOMI or MI.

Method 1: Automatic code search

1. Turn on the TV and point the remote to the IR receiver (usually located on the right or bottom of the screen).
2. On the remote, press and hold the SET (or CODE SEARCH) button until the indicator flashes (3-5 seconds).
3. Enter the code 991 (universal code for auto search).
4. Press the POWER button (or CH+) every 2 seconds until the TV is turned off.
5. Save the code by pressing SET or OK.

Method 2: Manual code entry

If the search engine didn’t work, try these codes for Xiaomi TV 32:

After entering the code, check the main buttons: POWER, VOL+, CH+. If some of the buttons do not work, try another code from the table.

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If the universal remote does not control volume or channels, check if it supports learning, in which case you can "copy" the signals from the original remote, pointing them at each other at a distance of 2-3 cm.

3. Remote tethering via Mi Remote app (smartphone)

If the physical remote is lost or broken, you can use the smartphone as an alternative.The Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS) allows you to control the TV via Wi-Fi or IR port (if there is an IR blaster in the smartphone).

Instructions for setting:

1. Download the Mi Remote app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect your smartphone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. In the app, select Add Device → Television → Xiaomi.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen. If the TV is not found, enter IP-address manually (you can find it in Settings) → Network → State of the network).

For IR management:

• 📱 Make sure that the smartphone has an IR port (for example, in models Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, POCO X3).
• 🎯 Direct the IR port of the smartphone to the TV receiver (usually in the lower right corner of the case).
• 🔄 In the application, select Infrared remote → Television → Xiaomi and Test the Buttons.

⚠️ Note: When controlling over Wi-Fi, the TV and smartphone must be connected to the same network. If you use guest Wi-Fi or customer isolation networks (for example, in hotels), the connection may not work.

4. Solving problems with the remote connection

If the remote is not tethered or the TV is not responding to commands, check these points:

Problem 1: The remote is not synchronized over Bluetooth

• 🔄 Reset Bluetooth settings: Go to Settings → Bluetooth and devices → Reset the settings.
• 📱 Remote firmware update: Some models (such as Mi Remote Pro) support the update via the Mi Home app.
• 🔋 Battery check: Even if the indicator is on, the voltage may not be enough.

Problem 2: The universal remote works partially

• 🔍 IR port check: Point your smartphone camera at the remote and press any button – if you see blinking (purple light) in the viewfinder, the remote is serviceable.
• 📺 Reset TV: Go to Settings → The device → Reset to factory (app data will be removed!).
• 🔧 Manual button setting: In some remotes (for example, Logitech Harmony) you can reassign button functions through software.

5. Alternative ways to control the TV

If the remote is lost or broken and the smartphone is not at hand, you can control the Xiaomi TV 32 in other ways:

Method 1: Buttons on the TV body

There are physical buttons on the back or side of the TV:

• 🔘 Power - on/off switching.
• 📺 Input – Switching signal sources (HDMI, AV).
• 🔽 Volume ± — volume-control.
• 🔄 Menu/OK — login to the menu (hold on) 3 seconds).

To open the full menu, press and hold the Menu until the interface appears.

Method 2: Voice control

Xiaomi TV 5 32 and later supports voice assistant (if you have a microphone or a remote with a microphone):

1. Press the Microphone button on the remote or say "Hello XiaoAI" (if the function is activated).
2. Say a command, for example: 🔊 "Turn up the volume" 📺 "Turn over. HDMI 1" 🎬 "Open Netflix"

Method 3: Mouse or keyboard via USB/Bluetooth

Connect to the TV:

• 🖱️ USB-Mouse – to navigate the menu.
• ⌨️ Bluetooth keyboard – for text input (for example, on YouTube).
• 🎮 Gamepad – some models (e.g. Xiaomi Game Controller) are supported as input devices.

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If the TV doesn't respond to any control, do a hardware reset: turn off power for 1 minute, then hold the Power button on the case for 10 seconds, which will return the settings to factory, but remove all installed applications.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

If after updating the TV firmware, the original remote stopped working, reset its settings: press and hold the Back + Home buttons for 10 seconds until the indicator blinks 3 times.

Mistake 1: The TV doesn't find the remote when mating

• 📡 Reason: Not visible to other devices mode enabled in Bluetooth settings.
• 🔧 Solution: Go to Settings → Bluetooth → Visibility and activate the option.

Mistake 2: The remote only works near the TV

• 📶 Reason: Weak Bluetooth signal (for example, due to interference from Wi-Fi router).
• 🔄 Solution: Move your router away from your TV or change your Wi-Fi channel in your router settings (select 1, 6, or 11).

Mistake 3: The buttons on the universal remote are not working properly

• 🎛️ Reason: Incorrectly selected management protocol (e.g, NEC instead RC5).
• 🔧 Solution: In the remote settings, select the Xiaomi protocol or MI (if).

7. Update firmware to improve compatibility

If problems with the remote occurred after updating the TV or firmware, check the relevance of the software:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If a new version is available, install it (the TV will restart automatically).

For manual firmware installation:

1. Download the latest version of the software for your model from the official Xiaomi website.
2. Copy the update.zip file to a flash drive (FAT32 format).
3. Connect the flash drive to the TV and select Settings → About TV → Update via USB.

⚠️ Note: When manually updating, do not disconnect the TV from the network and do not remove the flash drive until the process is complete (usually takes 5-10 minutes.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions