How to control a Xiaomi TV via phone: all ways 2026

Why Managing a Xiaomi TV with a Phone Is Easy

Imagine a situation where you're cozy on a couch with a cup of tea, but the Mi TV remote suddenly disappeared in the bowels of the chair or became depleted. Instead of getting up and looking for it, you can just grab a smartphone and continue watching your favorite TV series. Controlling a Xiaomi TV through your phone not only solves the problem of a lost remote, but also opens up new possibilities: voice search, gesture control, fast text input from the keyboard of your smartphone and even screen broadcast.

Modern smart TVs Xiaomi (series Mi TV 4S, Mi TV 5, Mi TV Q1/Q2, Redmi Smart TV and others) support several ways of remote control: through a proprietary application, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, as well as using universal remotes like Google Home. In this article, we will analyze all current methods, their pros and cons, and give tips to eliminate typical problems - from connection errors to lags in work.

Method 1: Official Mi Remote (Mi Home) app

The most reliable and functional way is to use the Mi Remote app (formerly part of Mi Home, now a separate service) that supports not only Xiaomi TVs, but also other brand equipment: air conditioners, projectors, smart lamps. The app is available for Android and iOS, but there are nuances in the configuration for different operating systems.

To connect:

• 📱 Download Mi Remote from Google Play or App Store.
• 🔗 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Bluetooth for supported models).
• 🔍 In the app, select the “TV” category, then the Xiaomi brand and your device model (if it’s not listed, select “Other»).
• 🔄 Follow the instructions on the screen to sync. Some models will need to type in PIN-code that is displayed on the TV.

Once connected, you’ll get a virtual remote with volume control buttons, channels, signal sources, and even voice search (if the TV supports Google Assistant). HDMI-Ports, run Netflix or YouTube with one tap and configure game mode to minimize delay.

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If the TV is not on the device list, try adding it manually. IP-Find out the address. IP You can use the TV network settings (Settings) → Network → State of the network).

Method 2: Manage Google Home or Alice

If you have a smart speaker (like Google Nest Mini or Yandex Station), you can link it to a Xiaomi TV and control it via your phone.

1. Install Google Home or Yandex (depending on the ecosystem).
2. Add the TV as a new device through the Smart Home section.
3. Confirm the connection on the TV (scanning may be required) QR-code).

After setting up, you will be able to:

• 🎤 Turn the TV on/off with your voice (OK, Google, turn on Mi) TV living-room»).
• 🔊 Adjust the volume (Alice, turn the TV up 20%»).
• 📺 Switch sources (Hey Google, switch to source) HDMI 1»).

Note that to work properly, the TV must support Google Cast (for Google Home) or be integrated into the Yandex IoT ecosystem.

Method 3: Alternative applications (for older models)

If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2019 (for example, Mi TV 3S or Mi TV 4 first revisions), the official application may not work stable.

To connect via an IR (Infrared Port), make sure your phone has an appropriate transmitter (e.g. Xiaomi Mi 10 or Redmi Note 8 Pro).If there is no IR, use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Method 4: Managing with Mi Account (Cloud)

Few people know, but Xiaomi allows you to manage some of the TV’s features through a cloud account Mi. This is useful if you are away from home, but want to, for example, turn on the TV for a family member or check the status of the device.

1. Register your TV in your Mi Account (in your TV settings: Account → Add device).
2. Install the Mi Home app on your phone.
3. In the Devices section, find your TV and open the control panel.

The functionality is limited to basic commands (on/off, volume control), but it works even over the mobile Internet, without being tied to the local network, the main condition is that the TV must be turned on and connected to the Internet.

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Cloud management works only for TVs with Mi IoT support (2020 release and later).

Problem Solving: The TV is not connected to the phone

If you followed the instructions but the phone still can’t see the TV, check out the following:

Check that your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network

Restart the router and both devices

Update the TV firmware (Settings → About TV → Software Update)

Turn off VPN or proxy on your phone

Reset your network settings on your TV (Settings → Network → Reset)

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Frequent errors and their causes:

• 🔌 Error "Device not found" - the TV is not connected to the Internet or blocks local connections (check the settings of the firewall).
• 🔒 Required. PIN-code - the TV has random connection protection enabled, the code is displayed on the screen or indicated in the instructions (by default, often 0000 or 1234).
• 📶 Lags in control - weak Wi-Fi signal or network congestion. Try Bluetooth (if supported).

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If the TV is connected to the network via cable (Ethernet), some remote control functions may be limited.

For models Mi TV 4A and older, the problem with disabling Xiaomi services after resetting is also relevant.

1. Go to Settings → Accounts → Mi Account.
2. Exit and re-enter the account.
3. Reboot the TV.

Additional chips: screen broadcast and games

Controlling the TV through the phone is not just a remote control. Modern Mi TVs allow you to:

• 🎮 Use your smartphone as a gamepad for gaming (via apps like Steam Link or Moonlight).
• 📱 Broadcast your phone screen to your TV on Miracast or Google Cast (without delays for video).
• 🎵 Manage music services (Spotify, Yandex Music) from your phone, displaying sound on the TV speakers.

For the broadcast:

1. Turn on Miracast mode on your TV (Settings → Connections → Wireless broadcast).
2. On your phone (Android), open “Screen Translation” in the notification curtain and select the TV.
3. For iPhone, use Apple AirPlay (requires a TV with support, such as the Mi TV 5 Pro).

How to protect your TV from unauthorized access

Remote control is convenient, but it opens up potential risks to protect your Mi. TV:

• 🔐 Install. PIN-code for connecting new devices (in the security settings) → Device management).
• 🌐 Disable remote management via the cloud if you are not using it (Settings) → Mi Account → Remote access).
• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware – new versions close vulnerabilities.

If you are selling or transferring a TV to another person, make sure to reset to factory settings:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → Reset settings.
2. Select “Erase all data” and confirm the action.
3. After reset, untie the TV from your Mi Account in the Mi Home app.

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Do not store service passwords (Netflix, OKKO) in your TV memory if other people have access to it. Use temporary sessions or guest mode.

FAQ: Frequent questions about managing Xiaomi TV from your phone