How to set up time on a Xiaomi TV: 3 ways + problem solving

Why Xiaomi TV is running out of time and how to fix it

You turned on Xiaomi Mi TV or Redmi Smart TV, and it's on January 1, 2010, or is it a few hours behind? This problem is familiar to many owners of the brand's smart TVs. The reasons can range from a banal lack of Internet to a firmware failure after an update. In 90% of cases, you can fix the situation yourself — without going to the service center.

In this article, you will find three working ways to adjust the time (automatic, manual and through the engineering menu), as well as solutions for common errors like “no settings are saved” or “time is lost after switching off.” All instructions are relevant for Mi TV 4S/4A/4X/5X, Redmi Smart TV X and other Android TV or PatchWall-based lines. If your TV is running on Google TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2 4K), some menu items may be slightly different, we will mention this too.

Before you start setting up, check out two key points:

• 🔌 The TV is connected to a stable Internet network (Wi-Fi or cable), without which automatic time synchronization will not work.
• 🕒 The time zone in the settings corresponds to your region. If it's not specified correctly, even synchronization over the NTP won't help.

Method 1: Automatic time synchronization over the Internet

This is the easiest and most recommended method. The TV itself pulls up the current time from NTP servers (Network Time Protocol). It works on all Xiaomi models, including the budget Redmi Smart TV and the flagship Mi TV Q2.

To enable automatic synchronization:

1. Press the Settings button (⚙️) remote.
2. Go to Settings → System and Updates → Date and time.
3. Activate the Automatic Date and Time Switch.
4. Select your time zone (e.g. GMT+3: Moscow).
5. Wait 10 to 30 seconds for the TV to synchronize the data.

If the time has not been updated after these actions:

• 🔄 Reboot the TV: Press the Power button on the remote for 5 seconds.
• 📶 Check your internet connection: go to Settings → Network and make sure that the status is "Connected".
• 🔧 Update the firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs with Google TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A Pro) the path to time settings is different: Settings → System system → Date and time → Use network time. You may also need to confirm through your Google account.

Method 2: Manual time setting (without the Internet)

If automatic synchronization doesn’t work (e.g. you don’t have internet or a TV offline), you can set the time manually, which is suitable for all models, including the old Mi TV 3S and Mi TV 4.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → System and Updates → Date and Time.
2. Turn off the automatic date and time option.
3. Select the items Set a date and Set a time alternately.
4. With the remote arrows (↑↓←→) set the current values.
5. Save the changes with the OK button.

Pay attention to the nuances:

• 🕐 Time is set in a 24-hour format (e.g. 15:30 instead of 3:30). PM).
• 📅 The date is entered in the format DD.MM.GYG (for example, 15.05.2026).
• ⏳ After manual adjustment, time can be lost every time the TV is turned off from the socket. CMOS.

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If the TV resets time after the power outage, use a Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) or plug into a constant voltage outlet, which is true for homes with frequent power outages.

Method 3: Adjusting time through an engineering menu (for experienced)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try resetting your time settings through an engineering menu that is suitable for advanced users and may require English language skills (the menu is partially unlocalized).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the TV and click on the remote sequence: Settings → About TV → Press 5 times on the Model After that the engineering menu will open.
2. Go to Time Settings or Date & Time.
3. Select NTP Server and make sure that you have pool.ntp.org or time.google.com.
4. Return to the main menu and perform Factory Reset for the time module only (if you have such an option).

⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options on the engineering menu unless you are sure of their purpose! This can lead to loss of warranty or unstable operation of the TV. HDMI EDID Backlight often causes problems.

Problem Solving: Time is lost or not saved

If after all the manipulations time continues to be lost, the reasons may be as follows:

1.The TV does not hold the settings after switching off

This is a typical problem for models without backup power to a memory chip (e.g., Mi TV 4S 32).

• 🔌 Use a constant power outlet (do not turn off the TV from the network with a button on the case).
• 🔋 Connect UPS (uninterruptible power source) or powerbank with output 12V (for some).
• ⚡ Check the network filter – it may turn off power at the slightest voltage surges.

2. Incorrect time zone

Even with automatic synchronization, time may not be displayed correctly if the wrong time zone is selected, for example, if you live in Moscow (GMT+3) but the settings indicate GMT+2 (Kyiv), time will be an hour behind.

To correct:

1. Go to Settings → System → Date and time.
2. Turn off automatic time zone selection.
3. Manually select your region (e.g. Europe/Moscow).

3. firmware failure after update

If the problem occurs after the software update, try:

• 🔄 Remove the firmware to the previous version (if available).
• 📥 Re-install the update through USB (instructions on the official website of Xiaomi).
• 🧹 Make a complete reset of settings (Settings) → On TV. → Data resetting).

Additional tips: how to avoid problems with time

To avoid the incorrect time on Xiaomi TV, follow these guidelines:

• 🔄 Update your firmware regularly. Newer versions often fix time-synchronized bugs.
• 📡 Use a wired Internet connection (LAN) Instead of Wi-Fi, it is more stable. NTP-synchronization.
• ⚡ Avoid abruptly turning off the TV from the outlet. Always use the button on the remote.
• 🔧 If the TV has not been used for a long time (for example, after purchase), perform a reset to factory settings.

For models with Google TV (e.g. Xiaomi TV A2), it is also useful to:

• 🔑 Linking a Google account will help synchronize time and other settings between devices.
• 📱 Install the Google Home app on your smartphone for remote control and diagnosis.

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If the TV is connected to the Internet, but the time is still not synchronized, check whether your router is blocking. NTP-port (UDP To do this, temporarily turn off the firewall or add a TV in exceptions.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up time on Xiaomi TV