Installing RTRS-TV digital terrestrial television (known as the “20 Free Channels”) on Xiaomi TVs often raises questions among users. TV Redmi Smart TV support DVB-T2, The interface settings may be different from the usual Samsung or LG, Automated algorithms don't always correctly determine broadcast parameters in your region. In this article, we'll look at all the current ways of setting up, from automatic search to manual configuration for complex cases (weak signal, no channels after software updates).
Feature of Xiaomi TVs – the use of the Android operating system TV (Or a modified version of PatchWall in India models, which means that the path to setting the antenna may be hidden behind multiple menu layers, and some firmware requires pre-activation. TV-We've taken into account all the nuances, including circumventing the restrictions on models with European firmware (EU ROM), where the TV is turned off by default.
If you have tried to set up RTR TV, but encountered errors like “No signal” or “Channels not found”, the article has a troubleshooting section with a table of typical problems and solutions. TV 4A In 2018 and earlier, an alternative method was presented through external DVB-T2 tuner.
1. Preparation of Xiaomi TV to set up RTR TV
Before searching for channels, make sure your Xiaomi TV is ready to receive a digital signal.
- 📶 Antenna: Use a room or street antenna with support DVB-T2. For remote regions (over 30)+ km from the tower) you will need an antenna with an amplifier (for example, Locus L 032.11 or REMO). BAS-5310).
- 🔌 Connection: The cable from the antenna must be connected to the connector ANT IN (or RF IN) Avoid adapters, they degrade the signal.
- 📡 Coverage check: make sure that RTRS-TV is broadcasting in your area. Use the interactive map to find the nearest tower and multiplex frequency.
- 🔄 Software Update: Outdated firmware can block channel search. Update TV via Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
On models Xiaomi Mi TV 5, Mi TV Q1/Q2 And the newer antenna input can be hidden under a removable plug. If there is no connector, your TV does not support on-air TV (only) IPTV satellite-based).
⚠️ Attention: On TVs with EU ROM (European firmware) the terrestrial TV function can be disabled by default. To activate it, go to Settings → Annexes → System applications → TV and enable the Enable option TV tuner.
2. Automatic search of RTR TV channels
This is the easiest way, which works 80% of the time.The manual is suitable for all Xiaomi Android models TV 9.0 and newer:
- Turn on the TV and press the Settings button on the remote.
- Go to the Channels section → Channel setting → antenna (DVB-T/T2).
- Select Automatic Search.
- Please indicate the country: Russia (important for correct frequency determination!).
- Run the scan. It'll take 3-10 minutes.
If you don’t find all 20 channels (or just one multiplex) after searching, try repeating the search with different options:
- 🔍 Enable the option Digital Channels Only (DVB-T2).
- 📶 Turn off Quick Scan (full search longer, but more reliable).
- 🔄 Change the signal source to the cable (DVB-C), Then return it – it will reset the cache settings.
Check the connection of the antenna|Selecting the country “Russia"|Deactivate "Fast scanning"|Make sure the software updates|Start a search during the day (signal is more stable)-->
Some models (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV X50) Automatic search can freeze by 0:
- Get back to the main menu.
- Go to Settings. → Annexes → TV.
- Clear the cache and data of the Live Channels app.
- Restart the TV and repeat the search.
Manual addition of RTR TV channels
If the automatic search didn't work, you'd have to enter multiplex parameters manually.
- 📡 Broadcast frequencies in your region (see map of RTRS).
- 📶 Channel number (e.g. 24 or 32) is not the same as MHz frequency!).
- 🔢 ID networks (usually 1 for the first multiplex and 2 for the second multiplex).
Instructions for manual adjustment:
- Go to Settings. → Channels → Channel setting → antenna (DVB-T2) → Manual search.
- Enter the frequency of the first multiplex (e.g., 546 MHz for channel 30).
- Specify bandwidth: 8 MHz.
- Select Modulation: 256 QAM.
- Run a search. Repeat for the second multiplex.
Example of frequencies for Moscow and the region (2026):
| Multiplex | Channel number | Frequency (MHz) | Channels in the package |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTRS-1 (RTRS-1) | 30 | 546 | One, Russia.-1, Match TV, NTV, 5 channel. |
| RTRS-2 (RTRS-2) | 24 | 498 | REN TV, STS, TNT, Muz-TV, TVC, etc. |
| RTRS-3 (RTRS-3) | 34 | 578 | Home, Friday!, Star, World, TV-3 |
If no channels are found after manual input, check:
- 🔌 Proper connection of the antenna (try another cable).
- 📶 Signal level in the Settings menu → Channels → Signal status. If it's below 40 percent, you need an amplifier.
- 🔄 Availability of software updates (in some firmwares bugs with DVB-T2).
What if manual search does not find channels?
4. Setup RTR TV on Xiaomi through an external tuner
If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support you DVB-T2 (Like Mi. TV 4A 32" or models for China", you can use an external tuner with a connection to the HDMI or USB. Suitable devices:
- 📺 AVerMedia TD310 (HDMI, support DVB-T2/HEVC).
- 🖥️ Hauppauge WinTV-dualHD (USB, Working with PatchWall).
- 🔌 Selenga T82 (budgetary option USB-port).
Instructions for connection:
- Connect the tuner to the TV through HDMI (or USB model OTG).
- Connect the antenna to the connector. ANT IN tuner.
- Turn on the TV and select the source of the signal. HDMI1/HDMI2 (or USB).
- Follow the instructions on the tuner screen to find the channels.
For tuners with USB-connection may require installation of TVHeadend or Kodi app with plugin PVR IPTV Simple Client:
1. Install Kodi from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → Additions → Install clients from the repository → PVR-.
3. Select PVR IPTV Simple Client and activate it.
4 Download the RTR TV playlist in M3U format (can be generated on the RTRS website).⚠️ Attention: When in use USB-Tuners on Xiaomi Mi TV Android 10 firmware+ You may need to disconnect USB-debugging in the developer settings, otherwise the device will not be determined.
5. Solving Signal and Channel Problems
If RTR TV channels are found but do not show, hanging, no sound or artifacts on the screen, use the table below:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| No signal (0%) | Weak signal from the antenna. | Check the cable, use an amplifier or an external antenna |
| Canals found but not opened | Incompatible coding format (HEVC) | Update your TV or use an external tuner |
| Only one multiplex (10 channels) | Wrong Manual Search Settings | Repeat the search for the second multiplex with the correct frequency |
| Image hanging | Interference or poor signal quality | Move the antenna away from electronic devices |
| No sound on some channels. | Codecs. AC3/E-AC3 unsupported | Install the MX Player app with support for all codecs |
If the problem persists, try resetting the TV settings:
- Go to Settings → About TV → Reset settings.
- Select Reset Channel Settings (not a full reset!).
- Restart the TV and repeat the search.
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If the TV finds channels, but they are constantly "falling apart" into squares, try changing the settings manually. 8K It helps with the Mi models. TV Q1/Q2 processor-wise MT9650
6. Alternative ways to watch RTR TV on Xiaomi
If setting up an on-air TV is not possible (for example, due to the lack of antenna input), consider alternatives:
- 🌍 IPTV via apps: Official RTRS TV app (available on Google Play), PeerTV or LaziTV (requires a playlist in format) M3U). Kodi with a plugin PVR IPTV Simple Client.
- 📡 Satellite TV: Connect the receiver (for example, GS E502) TV-to-TV HDMI and set up a reception from the Yamal 402 (90) satellite° etc.) or Express AMU1 (36° er.).
- 🖥️ PC broadcast: use Steam Link or Moonlight to stream terrestrial TV from the computer where the tuner is configured (for example, TBS 5520SE).
For IPTV You need a playlist. You can get one:
- On the RTRS website (section "How to watch").
- Through services like IPTV-Forest or EpgForAll (free playlists).
- Generate yourself with the help of the program IPTV Editor.
Example of a playlist for Kodi:
#EXTM3U
#EXTINF:-1 tvg-id="1tv.ru" tvg-name="First channel" tvg-logo="https:///rtrs.rf/logo/1tv.png", First channel
http://rtrs.rf/play/1tv.m3u8⚠️ Attention: Free of charge IPTV-Playlists are often blocked by providers. If the broadcast is interrupted, use the VPN (For example, ProtonVPN or set up Smart DNS router.
7. Frequent errors and their correction
Let’s analyze the typical situations faced by Xiaomi users when setting up RTR TV:
- 🔴 No Service Error: means the TV cannot decode the signal. Solution: Update the software or use an external tuner.
- 🟡 Channels found, but no sound: in the TV sound settings, select PCM auto.
- 🔵 Constant reboot when searching: reset your TV settings to factory settings (Settings) → On TV. → Reset).
- ⚪ No channels saved after search: clear the Live Channels app cache.
If after all the manipulations, the channels did not appear, check:
- Does the antenna work on another TV?
- Are there any accidents at the RTR tower in your area?
- Is the signal blocked? 4G-router or smartphone in modem mode (switch to 3G).
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If Xiaomi TV doesn’t find RTR TV channels, 90% of the time the problem is a weak signal or outdated firmware, start by checking the antenna and updating the software, and then move on to manual settings.