How to set up TV channels on a Xiaomi TV: the full guide 2026

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV, Xiaomi TV A/S/P) support all modern ways of watching TV channels, from classic on-air broadcasting to IPTV and streaming services. However, many users face difficulties in the first setup: they can not find the scan menu, do not understand what cable is needed for cable TV, or do not know how to connect a satellite dish. This article will help to understand everything from the choice of antenna to fine-tuning sound and image.

We’ll look at 5 main ways to watch TV on Xiaomi TV: esoteric (DVB-T2), cable (DVB-C), satellite (DVB-S2), IPTV And the most common mistakes we're going to focus on are, like, why the TV can't find channels or why the image falls apart into pixels. MIUI TV 3.0 and newer (2022–2026).

If your TV is released before 2020 (e.g., 2018 Mi TV 4S 55), some features may be missing – check the model specifications on the official website. For new devices (Xiaomi TV Q2 2026, Redmi TV A55), all of the methods described work out of the box.

1. Etheric TV (DVB-T2): how to connect and configure

Standard air television DVB-T2 — The cheapest and easiest way to watch 20 Free channels (First, Russia)-1, NTV, TNT, etc.) without subscription fees, and this requires only a Xiaomi TV with built-in tuner and a room or street antenna with support UHF-range (470–862 MHz).

In most models of Xiaomi TV tuner DVB-T2 built-in by default, but there are exceptions:

• 📺 Mi TV 4A (2018-2019 – there is a tuner, but a software update may be required.
• 📺 Redmi TV X55/X65 (2020) — full-time DVB-T2/C/S2.
• 📺 Xiaomi TV P1 (2021+) — improved tuner with support HEVC (codecs H.265).
• ⚠️ Mi TV Stick and Mi Box – no built-in tuner, need an external USB-receiver.

To set up the on-air TV:

1. Connect the antenna to the RF IN (coaxial cable nest) connector on the back of the TV.
2. Go to Settings → Channels → TV setup → Etheric TV (DVB-T2).
3. Select AutoSearch and specify the country (Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, etc.).
4. Wait for the scan to be completed (usually takes 3-5 minutes).

⚠️ If the TV can’t find the channels, check: 📡 Signal quality in the Settings menu → Channels → Signal status (should be) >60%). 📍 The location of the antenna - it should be directed to the nearest tower (you can find it on the site map.rts.rf). 🔌 Integrity of cable – damage or “curling” worsens the signal.

2.Cable TV (DVB-C): connection via operator

If you are connected to a cable operator (for example, Rostelecom, MTS TV, Beeline TV), then you will need a digital set-top box (if the operator uses an encrypted signal) or a direct cable connection to the TV (if the signal is not encrypted). Most modern Xiaomi TVs support the DVB-C standard, but require manual settings.

Instructions for setting:

1. Connect the operator cable to the RF IN connector on the TV.
2. Go to Settings → Channels → TV setup → Cable TV (DVB-C).
3. Select Manual Search and enter the settings: 🔢 Frequency (check with the operator, for example, 314 MHz for Rostelecom). 🔄 Symbolic speed (usually) 6875 ks/s). 🔐 Modulation — 256 QAM.

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If the channels are not:

• 🔌 Check if the signal is on (sometimes activation of the service is required).
• 🔄 Try Auto Search instead of manually entering.
• 📞 Check the parameters with operator support – they may differ by region.

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Connect the cable to the RF IN connector (not to be confused with HDMI!)|

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Satellite TV (DVB-S2): Connecting a dish

To watch satellite TV (Tricolor, NTV-Plus, Telecard), Xiaomi TV must have a built-in tuner DVB-S2. Unfortunately, not all models support it:

• ✅ There's a tuner: Xiaomi TV Q1/Q2, Redmi TV X65/X75 (2021–2026).
• ❌ No tuner: Mi TV 4A/4S (before 2020 years, Mi TV Stick.

If you have a tuner, connect the satellite dish through the LNB IN-connector (round F-connector) and perform the setting:

1. Go to Settings → Channels → TV setup → Satellite TV (DVB-S2).
2. Select a satellite (e.g. Eutelsat 36E for Tricolor or Yamal 402 for NTV Plus).
3. Enter the transponder parameters (check with the operator): 📡 Frequency (e.g. 12226 MHz). 🔄 Symbolic speed (27,500). 🔐 Polarization (Horizontal or Vertical).

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⚠️ Note: To view encrypted channels (Tricolor, NTV-Plus) will be required CAM-Module and smart card operator. in Xiaomi TVs connector CAM-The module is only available in models Q1/Q2 2023+. The rest will need an external receiver.

4. IPTV: how to configure through apps and built-in player

IPTV is Internet TV viewing. Advantages: no antenna, you can watch channels in Full HD and 4K, and use Timeshift (pause live) and TV Archive (watch TV shows in the last 7 days). Xiaomi TVs support IPTV in two ways:

1. Through the built-in IPTV-Player (available in Settings) → Channels → IPTV).
2. Through third-party applications (Wink, MTS TV, SS IPTV).

Instructions for the built-in player:

1. Get a playlist from the operator (file with the extension.m3u or a link to it).
2. Copy the playlist on USB-drive and connect it to the TV.
3. Go to Settings → Channels → IPTV → Download the playlist and select the file.
4. Wait for the channels to load (it can take 1-2 minutes).

How to install a new application:

1. Open the App Store (GetApps icon on the home screen).
2. Find the right app (like OKKO or Kion).
3. Click Install and wait for the download to be completed.
4. Launch the application and log in (if you need a subscription).

If the annex is not installed:

• 🔄 Check your internet connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
• 📱 Make sure you have a Xiaomi account (GetApps doesn’t work without it).
• 🔐 In the security settings, allow installation from unknown sources (Settings) → Security → Unknown sources).

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Applications consume more traffic than IPTV. Internet speeds of 50 Mbps are recommended for 4K viewing.

6 Problem Solving: No sound, no image, no channels saved

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t show channels or they work with errors, check out the following points:

If the problem is not resolved:

• 🔄 Restart the TV (press the power button on the remote for 5 seconds).
• 📋 Check the error log in Settings → System system → Book of errors.
• 📞 Contact Xiaomi with the Mi Home app.

FAQ: Frequent questions about watching TV on Xiaomi TV