Modern smart TVs from the Xiaomi brand have become powerful multimedia centers that require convenient content management. Often there is a situation when the diagonal of the smartphone is not enough to comfortably view photos, videos or games, and then the only logical solution is to broadcast the screen to a large panel. Users often look for ways to instantly transfer the image without using complex cables or third-party consoles.
Fortunately, the Mi Home ecosystem provides a wealth of built-in wireless data tools. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how to stream a phone on a Xiaomi TV using both standard Android features and the company’s specialized protocols. You’ll learn how to set up a connection in minutes and enjoy high-resolution content.
Before we get to specific methods, it’s worth mentioning that connection quality is directly dependent on the stability of your Wi-Fi network. If the router is far from both devices, there may be delays or de-synchronization of audio and video. Therefore, for the best experience, it’s recommended to use a 5GHz network if your router supports this range.
Preparation of devices for wireless connection
The first and most important step is to ensure that both devices are on the same local network, a fundamental requirement for Miracast and DLNA, which are the default protocols on Android TV and MIUI TV, and check your router settings and make sure that it doesn’t include client isolation, which prevents devices from seeing each other.
Next, you need to update the software on both devices to the current versions. Manufacturers often release patches that improve connection stability and add support for new codecs. On TV, this can be done through the Settings menu → About TV → System Update. On a smartphone, the path usually lies through Settings → About Phone → System Update.
It’s also worth checking if device discovery is enabled. In some models of Xiaomi PatchWall TVs, this option can be hidden in the depth of the menu or disabled by default to save resources. Activate a mode that allows external devices to search for your TV in the list of available for connection.
⚠️ Note: If your router distributes the network at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz under different names (SSID), Make sure that both the phone and TV are connected to the same frequency, preferably 5 GHz, to transmit video to the same frequency. 4K.
You can use built-in network tools to diagnose the connection, and try running a video on your phone and see if the YouTube app sees your TV, and if the broadcast icon comes up, then the basic network setup has been successful, and you can move on to more sophisticated methods.
Broadcasting through the built-in Chromecast
The most common and stable way is to use Google Cast technology, which is built into Xiaomi's TV operating system. This method is ideal for streaming videos from apps, since the TV itself loads the stream, saving battery power to the smartphone. You don't have to keep the phone screen on while watching.
To get started, open the app that you want to see on the big screen, which could be YouTube, Netflix, Twitch, or any other service that supports the broadcast function, and find the characteristic rectangle icon with waves in the corner of the screen, which is the Cast button.
Once you click on the icon, you will see a list of available devices on your network. Select your Xiaomi Mi TV from the list. If the devices are on the same network, the connection will be established automatically, and the video will start playing on the TV. Playback control (pause, rewind) will remain on the phone.
- 📺 Open the app with video content on your smartphone.
- 📡 Click on the broadcast icon (rectangle with Wi-Fi waves).
- 🔗 Select your Xiaomi TV in the list that appears.
- ▶️ Enjoy video on the big screen using your phone as a remote control.
It's important to note that this method doesn't work for all applications. If you want to show a browser screen or a game that doesn't have Cast built-in support, you'll need a full-screen mirroring method, which we'll talk about in the next sections, but for movies and TV shows, it's the best picture quality option.
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If the TV isn’t visible in the Chromecast list, try rebooting the Google Home app on your phone or clearing its cache in your Android settings.
Smartphone Screen Mirror (Miracast)
When you want to show the content of the entire screen, such as a presentation, game or photo gallery, Miracast technology is used. In Xiaomi devices, this feature is often called "Translation" or "Wireless Monitor", which creates a direct connection between the displays, copying each pixel in real time.
On Xiaomi Android TVs, Miracast's signal reception function is usually built into the Wireless Display app or activated via the signal source menu. Run this app on your TV to go into standby mode. The TV screen can change the resolution or show you the connection instructions.
On a Xiaomi smartphone, the algorithm is this: open the notification curtain and find the Broadcast (or “Cast”). If there is no such option in quick access, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Broadcast. Turn on the function and wait for the phone to find your TV.
Once you select the device, the smartphone image will appear on the TV, and you should consider that this method does not go to sleep, which leads to increased energy consumption, and there is a slight delay in input, which is critical in dynamic games.
| Characteristics | Chromecast | Miracast (Translation) |
|---|---|---|
| Type of transmission | The Internet stream | Screen copying |
| Dependence on the phone | Minimum | Full (screen on fire) |
| Delay (Latency) | Absent. | Got it (0.5-2 sec) |
| Battery consumption | Low. | High-pitched |
| Support for DRM | Full (4K HDR) | Partial (depending on the application) |
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Use of Mi Home and Mi Remote
For Xiaomi smartphone and TV owners, the Mi Home ecosystem app (or Mi Remote in some regions) offers enhanced management capabilities. Although the app’s main function is the remote control, some versions and firmwares offer the “TV Cast” or “Screen Mirroring” function via the app interface.
To use this method, make sure your smartphone has a Mi Home app installed and your Mi Account logged in. Add your TV to the device list if it wasn't automatically done. Once you add it to your device card, you often see a "Translate" or "Open Mi Play" button.
This is particularly useful for broadcasting local media files — videos and photos stored in the phone’s memory — and allows you to select files and send them to a TV that will play them with its built-in player, which takes the load off the smartphone’s processor and allows you to use it for other tasks.
⚠️ Note: Mi Home may vary depending on the region set in the application settings (China, Europe, Russia).If the broadcast function is not found, try changing the region in the profile settings.
You can also customize scenarios through Mi Home, for example, when you run a certain video file on your phone, the TV can automatically turn on and go into the desired mode, which requires a deeper setup of the smart home, but gives impressive results for automation.
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Third-party broadcast applications
If standard methods don’t work or require advanced functionality, third-party solutions come to the rescue. Google Play Store and Mi TV Store offer a variety of utilities that implement AirPlay protocols (for iPhone) or improve compatibility with Miracast.
One of the most popular solutions is to install the AirScreen or ApowerMirror app directly on a Xiaomi TV, and once installed on a TV, it creates a virtual receiver that is visible to other devices, often addressing issues when Google's built-in services are unstable.
For iOS users (iPhone, iPad) is almost the only way to get a full AirPlay on Xiaomi TVs that do not have native support for Apple TV. the application emulates the Apple protocol, allowing you to mirror the screen with minimal latency.
- 📲 Find and install a receiver app (like AirScreen) on your Xiaomi TV.
- 📶 Launch the app on TV and wait for the ready.
- 🍏 On iPhone, open Control Point and select Screen Replay".
- 📺 Select your TV name from the list of devices.
There are also paid versions of these programs that remove ads and allow you to broadcast the sound separately or use the phone's camera as a webcam for a TV, but for basic needs, free versions with limited functionality are quite enough.
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Installing a third-party receiver on a TV is the best solution for iPhone owners who want to stream the screen on Xiaomi TV without buying an Apple TV.
Wired connection via HDMI and USB-C
When wireless connectivity is impossible or maximum quality is required without compression, cable is the only option. For modern Xiaomi smartphones with USB Type-C port, this is not difficult if the device supports MHL or DisplayPort Alt Mode technology.
You will need a special USB-C to HDMI adapter. It is important to check the specifications of your smartphone: not all Xiaomi models support video output through the charging port. Flagship series (Mi, Xiaomi Number series) usually have this feature, while budget (Red Note, Redmi) may not support video output.
Connect the adapter to your phone, and it's an HDMI cable that goes to the TV. Switch the signal source on the TV to the appropriate HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 port. The image should appear automatically. Unlike wireless methods, there's no latency at all, making this a perfect way to play.
Connection sequence:
1. Connect the HDMI cable to the TV.
2. Connect the HDMI end to the USB-C adapter.
3. Insert the adapter into the smartphone.
4. switch the source (Source) to TV.It is worth noting that when wired, the phone can quickly discharge, as there is active use of the screen and data transfer. It is recommended to connect the charger to the adapter at the same time if it has a power port (PD charging).
Solution and quality setting
Even when set up correctly, there may be problems with image quality or sound. Often users complain that the picture is not on the full screen or there is no sound. In such cases, you need to check the resolution settings in the broadcast application or in the system menu of the phone.
If the audio is broadcasting but the video is slowing down, try lowering the stream quality of the source app or zooming in on the router, and free up the phone's RAM by closing the background apps that may consume traffic.
In case the TV doesn't see the phone at all, try temporarily turning off the firewall on the router or the antivirus on the phone, sometimes blocking the ports needed to detect devices on the local network.