How to set up free channels on your Xiaomi TV: The Complete Guide to 2026

Introduction: Why Xiaomi is the TV No channels out of the box"?

Buy a new TV Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, Redmi Smart TV X or Xiaomi TV A Pro, included - and instead of the usual "First channel" and "Russia"-1" Just a blank list or a "No signal"? That's okay. Unlike the old "stupid" TVs, Xiaomi smart models don't come with pre-configured channels:

First, the laws of many countries (including Russia) prohibit manufacturers from pre-configuring air channels – this must be done either independently or through a provider.+ Countries where broadcasting standards (DVB-T2, ATSC, ISDB-T) And the frequency ranges are different, and finally, modern TVs not only support terrestrial TV, but also support terrestrial TV. IPTV, Satellite broadcasting, streaming services – and the manufacturer can’t know which source you choose.

The good news is that you can set up free channels on Xiaomi. TV You can do it in 10 to 15 minutes without any special knowledge. Bad, it's different depending on the model, the firmware version, and the signal type, IPTV In this guide, we will discuss all the ways, including hidden functions and avoidance of common errors.

Step 1: Determine the signal type – what ether is available in your area?

Before you get into the settings, you need to understand what free channels are available in your location.

• 📶 Digital on-air TV (DVB-T2) — 20 Free channels in multiplexes of RTRS-1 and RTRS-2 (One, Russia.-1, Match TV, NTV, 5 channel.).
• 🌍 IPTV from the provider - some operators (Rostelecom, MTS, Beeline) provide a free package of channels when connecting to their Internet.
• 🛰️ Satellite TV – free channels Tricolor, NTV-Plus (limited set) or open broadcasts from satellites like Yamal, Express-AMU1.
• 🖥️ IPTV through apps – legal services like Wink, Okko (with limited free content) or open-stream playlists (risky!).

Check availability DVB-T2 in your region, you can go to the official website of the RTRS (enter the address or coordinates). IPTV Check with the provider, often free channels are hidden in your personal account. Satellite TV requires a plate and a tuner (built into or out of TV), which is relevant for remote regions.

Step 2: Set up a digital terrestrial TV (DVB-T2) Xiaomi TV

This is the easiest and most legal way to get free channels.

• 📶 Supported antenna DVB-T2 (Even a room is fine if you are in town).
• 🔌 Cable for connecting antenna to connector ANT IN TV-wise.
• 📡 Stable signal (check on the RTRS website - if the broadcast zone is "conditional", you may need an amplifier).

Instructions for all Xiaomi models (Mi) TV, Redmi TV, Xiaomi TV A):

1. Connect the antenna to the connector. ANT IN back-end.
2. Turn on the TV and go to Settings → Channels → Channel setting → On-air TV.
3. Choose AutoSearch (or Manual Search if you know the frequency of multiplexes in your area).
4. Please indicate the country (or your country) and the type of signal DVB-T2.
5. Run the search and wait until it is completed (it can take 5-10 minutes).

If no channels are found:

• ⚠️ Check if the menu includes Digital Channels (sometimes the default is “Analogues").
• ⚠️ Try Manual Search with frequencies for your region (e.g. for Moscow: 546 MHz and 498 MHz).
• ⚠️ If the signal is weak, try turning the antenna or plugging in an amplifier.

Step 3: Setup IPTV from the provider (Rostelecom, MTS, Beeline, etc.)

Many Internet Service Providers Offer Free Package IPTV For example, Rostelecom gives access to 10-15 channels without a subscription fee, and MTS gives access to 5-7:

1. Make sure your TV is connected to the internet via your provider’s cable or Wi-Fi (IPTV It may not work via mobile Internet or another operator).
2. Go to Settings. → Channels → Channel setting → IPTV.
3. Select Auto Search. IPTV (The TV must automatically identify the provider. IP-address).
4. If the search engine did not work, enter the data manually: For Rostelecom: server - tv.rt.ru, port - 80. For MTS: server - iptv.mts.ru, port - 8000.

Save the settings and wait for the list of channels to load.

If the channels don't show up:

⚠️ Note: Some providers are blocking IPTV And if you're not certified by them, you're going to have to use a prefix from the provider or you're going to have to adjust it. IPTV through third-party applications (for example, SS IPTV).

Step 4: Alternative ways – free of charge IPTV via

If the TV is not available and the provider does not offer IPTV, It's important that most of the free playlists on the Internet infringe copyright, so we'll only look at the legal options.

Legal sources of free channels:

• 📺 Wink and Okko — both have free content (news channels, some federal) and install apps through the App Store on your TV.
• 🌐 Pluto TV — legal service with 100+ Free channels (films, news, sports) available via an app or web version.
• 📡 PeerTV — P2P-Television (requires good internet and can slow down).
• 🎬 YouTube – many channels (e.g. Russia 24", "RT") round-the-clock broadcasts.

To install applications:

1. Open the App Store on your TV (the “Applications” icon on the home screen).
2. In the search, enter the name of the application (for example, “Wink”).
3. Set it up and run it.
4. In some applications (e.g, SS IPTV) You need to manually add a playlist. For legitimate sources, use official links from their sites.

⚠️ Warning: Avoid "pirate" playlists from the Internet. In addition to legal risks, they often contain viruses, slow down or suddenly turn off. Xiaomi can block the installation of suspicious ones APK-files on their TVs.

Step 5: Sort, edit, and optimize your channel list

Once you set up the channels, you'll get a long, uncomfortable list, where news channels are mixed with music channels, and your favorites are somewhere at the end. TV possible:

• 🔄 Change the order: Go to Settings → Channels → Channel management, select a channel and move it up/down using buttons on the remote.
• 🗑️ Remove unnecessary: in the same menu, click on the channel and select "Delete".
• 🏷️ Create groups: for example, News, Sport, Children. To do this, select "Create a group" in the channel management menu".
• 🔍 Search by name: click on the magnifying glass in the channel list and enter the name (for example, "Match").

You can also hide channels that you don't look at, but you don't want to delete completely.

1. Go to Settings. → Channels → Channel management.
2. Select the channel and press OK remote.
3. Choose Hide.

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If after sorting channels get lost, reset their settings: Settings → Channels → Reset → Reset the channel list. Then start the search again.

Step 6: Solving the Problems – Why Xiaomi Channels Are Not Working TV?

Even after you set up the channels correctly, you might not show them, so let's look at the typical problems and solutions.

If the problem is not resolved:

• Reset the TV settings to factory: Settings → On TV. → Reset to factory (application data will be retained).
• Check if parental controls block channels: Settings → Security → Parental control.
• Contact Xiaomi via official chat (Mi Home app) or by phone.

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90% of the problems with Xiaomi channels TV solved by updating the firmware, checking the antenna or resetting channel settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about free channels on Xiaomi TV