How to stream an image on a Xiaomi TV

Modern Xiaomi TVs, powered by Android TV or PatchWall, have evolved into powerful multimedia centers that can display content not only from embedded apps but from any external device. The ability to stream images from a smartphone or tablet to a large screen is one of the most popular features that allows you to share photos, watch movies from browsers or show presentations in high quality. Users often look for a quick way to display content, but face a variety of methods and sometimes incompatibility protocols.

The connection process depends on many factors: the operating system version of your mobile device, the model of the TV, and even the type of router to which the home network is connected. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the current ways of transmitting video signals, from standard wireless protocols to wired solutions for professionals, you will learn how to avoid delays, which applications really work stable and why sometimes wireless connection is inferior to cable.

Before we get to specific instructions, it is important to understand the basic principle of Screen Mirroring technology. TV and smartphone should be on the same local Wi-Fi network, since data transfer is through the router, not through the Internet channel of the provider. Connectivity stability directly affects the quality of the picture and the lack of sound dissynchronization, so using 5 GHz is preferable for streaming video in 4K.

Wireless broadcasting through built-in Android features

The easiest and most common way to do this without additional software is to use the native Translation or Smart View feature on Android smartphones. Xiaomi TVs by default support the Miracast protocol, which allows you to duplicate the screen in real time. To activate the function, you need to lower the notification curtain on the smartphone and find the corresponding icon, which can be called differently depending on the device manufacturer.

Once you turn on the search function on your phone, the Xiaomi TV should appear in the list of available devices. If this does not happen, make sure that the TV is running the appropriate service. On the remotes of some Mi TV models there is a separate button for quick calling the broadcast menu, which greatly speeds up the connection process. If you successfully pair the image from the mobile device will appear on the large screen with minimal latency.

⚠️ Note: When using the Miracast protocol, the smartphone screen may not go out, which leads to increased battery consumption. It is recommended to keep the device charged or connect it to a power source during long sessions.

It should be noted that picture quality can vary. If you use a budget router that only supports 802.11n, you may slow down when viewing dynamic content. For comfortable use of Wi-Fi Direct technology, which is the basis of Miracast, a dual-band router is desirable.

Using Google Chromecast technology

Because most Xiaomi TVs run on Android TVs, they have built-in support for Google Cast (formerly known as Chromecast), a more advanced protocol than simply duplicating the screen, as it allows you to transfer not the entire screen of a smartphone, but specific content (video, music) directly from the server to the TV, using the phone only as a remote control.

To work with this method, the Google Home app must be installed on the smartphone. Once installed and logged in to a Google account, the app will automatically find the TV on the network. Unlike Miracast, it is important that both devices are logged in to the same account or are on the same Wi-Fi network with an open port for local detection.

• 📲 Launch the Google Home app on your smartphone.
• 📺 Select your Xiaomi TV from the list of devices.
• 🖥️ Click the “Translate Screen” button for full duplication.
• ▶️ Or use the “Cast” button inside apps (YouTube, Netflix) to stream a specific video.

The huge advantage of the Chromecast is that you can control playback from your phone without interrupting your viewing. You can answer calls, check messages, or even turn off your smartphone screen, and video on your TV will continue to go. This is especially useful when watching movies from online cinemas, where the flow quality is optimized automatically.

However, there are limitations: Some applications can block the transfer of secure content (DRM) through third-party casting methods, requiring the use of a native app on the TV, and Google Cast requires a stable Internet connection, since the TV itself downloads data from the network.

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If the TV is not visible in the Google Home app, try temporarily disabling VPNs on your smartphone and router, as they can hide devices on your local network.

Broadcast from Apple devices (iOS and macOS)

Apple owners are less fortunate in terms of native compatibility, as the Apple ecosystem uses the AirPlay protocol, which is not initially supported by Android TVs. However, modern models of Xiaomi Mi TV and Redmi TV often have built-in support for AirPlay 2, which allows you to broadcast the image without installing additional software on the TV.

To check for support, open the control point on your iPhone (swipe down from the top right corner) and click on the Screen Replay icon. If your Xiaomi TV supports AirPlay, it will appear in the list. In some cases, you need to enter the code displayed on the TV screen to confirm pairing. This ensures security and prevents accidental connections.

If the built-in support is not available or is not stable, the solution is to install a third-party app on the TV itself. In the Google Play Store, you can find AirPlay emulator apps such as AirScreen or AirPin. Once you install such an app, the TV begins to emulate the Apple TV receiver, becoming visible to iOS devices.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party AirPlay emulators on the TV, audio and video can be desynchronized. It is recommended to use a wired connection or built-in movie theater apps to watch movies.

Also, you should consider that the broadcast from the MacBook is similar: through the display menu in the menu bar, you select a TV. Connectivity stability here is critically dependent on the quality of the Wi-Fi signal. If the router is far away, you better use the frequency of 2.4 GHz for greater range, although the speed will be lower.

Third-party broadcast applications

When standard methods fail or require advanced functionality, specialized applications come to the rescue, with the Xiaomi Mi Remote (for older IR-port models) and TV Cast for new models leading the way, allowing not only duplicate screens, but also file transfers, file system management, and even mobile games on the big screen.

One popular solution is the Web Video Caster app, which allows you to open web pages with video on your phone and send a link directly to your TV without transcoding the stream, which reduces the load on your smartphone processor and router, allowing you to smoothly play even heavy 4K content.

Another powerful tool is the BubbleUPnP app, which supports a wide range of formats and protocols, including DLNA, which can stream media files from a phone or network storage (NAS) to a Xiaomi TV, and can transcode video on the fly if the TV doesn’t support the file format, even though it puts a strain on the transmitting device.

Wired connection via HDMI

For those who require maximum reliability and zero latency, such as gamers or presenters, wireless methods may not be effective enough. In this case, it saves wired connection through the HDMI interface. Modern smartphones with a USB Type-C port often support DisplayPort Alt Mode, which allows you to display the image through a simple adapter.

A quality adapter must be purchased. USB-C to HDMI. It is important to understand that not all smartphones support video output through USB. Flagship models from Samsung, Huawei and some Xiaomi (Mi and Redmi Note Pro series) typically have this feature, while budget devices may be deprived of this capability at the hardware level.

• 🔌 Connect the adapter. USB-C ce HDMI smartphone-jack.
• 📺 Connect the adapter and TV with a cable HDMI.
• 📀 Switch the signal source on the TV to the appropriate port (e.g, HDMI 1).
• 📱 The image should appear automatically or after confirmation on the phone screen.

The advantage of this method is that the image quality is transmitted in the original resolution without compression, and the sound is transmitted in a multi-channel format without loss, and in this mode the smartphone can be charged if the adapter has an additional port for power.

Solving Connection and Delay Problems

Even with the right setup, users can run into problems: the TV is not in place, the image is twitching or there is no sound. Often the reason lies in the settings of the router. AP Isolation, if enabled, prevents devices on the same network from seeing each other, making broadcasting impossible.

Another common problem is using different Wi-Fi bands. If the phone is connected to a 5 GHz network and the TV is 2.4 GHz, they may not “see” each other despite the same SSID. In router settings, it is advisable to combine networks or force both devices to connect to the same frequency.

If you use complex passwords or corporate networks with authorization through a web portal, the broadcast will not work, since the devices do not have direct access to the local network, in such cases, the only way out is to create an access point on a smartphone (if the tariff allows) or use a travel router.

⚠️ Warning: Antivirus software or firewalls on smartphones can block incoming and outgoing connections for broadcast applications. If you have errors, try temporarily disabling protections.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The broadcast stability is 90% dependent on the quality of the Wi-Fi signal and the loading of the channel, so for 4K content (first of all) choose a wired connection or 5 GHz frequency.