How to install and configure zones on Smart TV Xiaomi: A Complete Guide with Pictures and Tips

Xiaomi smart TVs offer a zone feature that allows you to divide the screen into several independent areas, restrict access to content for children or customize personal profiles for different family members. However, many users face difficulties in the first setup: where to find this section in the menu, how to divide the screen correctly, and why some features are not available on certain models?

In this article, we will discuss in detail all ways to install zones on Smart. TV Xiaomi goes from basic screen division to creating restricted profiles for children, and learns which models support this feature (and which don’t), how to get around typical setup errors, and what to do if the menu item you want is missing after a firmware update. Particular attention will be paid to hidden settings that are not described in the official documentation, but significantly expand the possibilities of zoning.

If you want to do more than just split the screen, but create a full multi-window system with independent sound control or adjust parental controls for safe viewing by children, this is the guide for you. TV 4S, Mi TV P1, Mi TV A Pro and Redmi Smart TV X with the latest firmware versions MIUI TV 3.0+.

What areas can be set up on Xiaomi Smart TV

The zoning feature on Xiaomi TVs includes several types of settings that are often confused with each other.

• 📺 Screen division – splitting the display into 2-4 independent areas to view multiple sources at the same time (e.g. YouTube) + TV-Not all models are supported!
• 👶 Children's area - profile with time, content and applications restrictions, works even on budget models without multi-window support.
• 🔒 Access zones – blocking certain applications or channels PIN-code (for example, for guest mode).
• 🎮 Game Zones – Optimize part of the screen for low input lag (only available on Mi) TV P1 newer).

It’s important to understand that not all Xiaomi models support screen splitting, such as the budget Mi series. TV 4A Redmi Smart TV (Until 2022, it allows you to create only child profiles, but not physically share the screen. TV Q2 mi TV Master supports up to 4 zones with independent sound.

To check your model support, go to Settings → The device → TV information and see the firmware version. If the menu doesn't include Multiscreen or Zones, your TV doesn't support hardware division. MIUI TV 2.0+.

Step-by-step: how to enable screen division (multi-window)

If your TV supports multiscreen (see the list of models in the table below), follow this instruction:

1. Open Settings (cog in the upper right corner of the main screen).
2. Go to the Screen and Sound section → Multiscreen (on some models, the path may be different: Settings) → The device → Multi-window).
3. Select the division mode: 🔳 2 Zones – vertical or horizontal separation. 🔲 4 zones – the screen is divided into squares (available only on models with resolution) 4K).

Apply

Multiscreen

Check model support (see table below)

Update the firmware to the latest version

Connect all necessary devices (configures, TV boxes)

Close background applications to save resources-->

If the Multiscreen option is not in the menu, try the following:

1. Update the firmware through Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Reset the settings to factory (Settings → Device → Reset).
3. Check the region of the TV: some features are only available in China or Europe. → Account → Region.

⚠️ Note: On TVs with an Amlogic processor T962 (models until 2021) multiscreen works unstable while playing 4K HDR-We recommend that you limit your permission to 1080p second-zone.

Setting up the child area: restrictions and parental control

Children's area on Xiaomi Smart TV It allows you to create a separate profile with time limits, blocking unwanted content and accessing only authorized applications. Unlike multiscreen, this feature is available on all models with a high-end user experience. MIUI TV 2.0+.

To set up a child area:

1. Go to Settings. → Accounts → Children's area.
2. Click Create a profile and enter the child's name.
3. Install. PIN-code (by default 0000, but it must be changed!).
4. Set up the restrictions: ⏰ Time of use – limit by day of the week (for example, 2 hours on weekdays and 3 hours on weekends). 📺 Content restriction – age-rated blocking (6)+, 12+, 18+). 🔍 Blocking apps – Selection of permitted programs (e.g. YouTube Kids and Netflix only).

Save settings and activate the profile through the main screen (baby hat icon).

On firmware models MIUI TV 3.2+ You have a Learning Mode feature that automatically locks the TV every 30 minutes of watching, asking your child to take a break. To turn it on, go to the Children's Settings. → Additionally. → Mode of instruction.

⚠️ Note: If the child knows the standard PIN-code (0000, 1234), it will be able to reset the settings of the child area through Settings → The device → Always install a unique code and don't save it in notes on your TV!

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To quickly switch between adult and child profiles, add the Children's Zone icon to the home screen, press the remote on any free screen space and select Add Widget.

Hidden Zone Settings: How to Unlock Additional Features

In the firmware Xiaomi Smart TV There are hidden parameters that allow you to expand the zoning capabilities, for example, on some models you can turn on independent sound for each zone or change the proportions of the screen division.

To access hidden settings:

1. Enable Developer Mode: Settings → On TV. → Version. MIUI TV (Press 7 times in a row After that, the menu will appear item For developers.
2. Go to Settings. → For developers → Multimedia.
3. Activate options: Force multi-window audio - independent sound for zones (does not work on all models); Custom window ratio - manual adjustment of the proportions of the screen division. PIP For all apps – Picture in Picture mode for any application.

On models with a MediaTek processor MT9650 (Like Mi. TV Q2) After activating these options, additional options will appear in the Multiscreen menu:

• 🔊 Audio mixer – volume control for each zone separately.
• 📏 Customization of boundaries – changing the size of zones in 5 increments%.
• 🔄 Quick switching – hot keys on the remote for changing sources.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When setting up zones on Xiaomi Smart TV Users are faced with common errors, and we will discuss the most common and ways to fix them:

1.The item "Multi-screen" is not in the menu

Causes and solutions:

• 📱 Outdated firmware → Update the TV through Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🌍 The Wrong Region → Change region to China or Europe in your account settings.
• 🔧 Hardware restrictions → Check the model in the table above – your TV may not support multiscreen.

2.The sound only works in one zone.

If the screen is divided, the sound is played only in the main area:

• Check if your model supports independent sound (see table).
• Activate the hidden Force multi-window audio option in Developer mode.
• Connect an external sound system (e.g. Xiaomi Soundbar) via HDMI ARC — That often solves the problem.

3. Applications are not opened in a separate zone

Some apps (such as Netflix or Disney)+) They are blocking multi-window work because of DRM-Solutions to the defense:

• Use it. PIP-Mode (picture in picture) instead of full screen division.
• Launch the application in the main area and open the second one. TV-YouTube.
• Update the app to the latest version – sometimes the restrictions are lifted.

4.The TV brakes when the multiscreen is on

Dividing the screen requires a lot of resources. If the TV starts laggit,

• Reduce the resolution in the second zone to 720p.
• Close the background applications through Settings → Applications → Launched.
• Turn it off. HDR screen-setting.
• Restart the TV (hold the power button on the remote for 5 seconds).

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If your TV doesn’t support multiscreen but you need split screen – use external devices like the Xiaomi Mi Box S with the feature PIP or NVIDIA Shield TV multitasking.

Alternative zoning methods: if multiscreen is not supported

If you have a Xiaomi Smart model TV does not support hardware screen division, alternative methods can be used:

1. Mode "Picture in the picture" (PIP)

Available on all models with MIUI TV 2.5+. It allows you to display a small window over the main content:

1. Open the main application (for example, TV-attachment).
2. Press the Home button on the remote to return to the main screen.
3. Start a second app (like YouTube).
4. Press and hold the Home button 2 seconds and the menu will appear. PIP.
5. Select Move to Move to PIP second annex.

Window size and position PIP You can change it with the remote (direction buttons).

2. External devices with multiscreen support

If the built-in functions are not satisfied, connect:

• 📦 Android TV-boxing, NVIDIA Shield TV Xiaomi Mi Box S – Support multitasking and screen sharing through third-party apps like Multi Window for Android TV.
• 💻 Mini-PC (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Stick) – connects via HDMI and allows you to use Windows applications with support for multiple monitors.
• 🎮 Game console (e.g. Xbox Series S) – some games and apps support Snap mode to display two windows simultaneously.

3. Zoning applications

Google Play for Android TV There are applications that emulate multiscreen:

• 🔳 Multi Window for Android TV — It divides the screen into 2-4 parts, but requires root access on some models.
• 📺 Floating Apps – creates floating windows on top of the main content (analogue) PIP, but with great power).
• 👶 Kids Place – an alternative to the built-in children’s area with advanced settings.

Warning: Third-party apps may conflict with Xiaomi firmware, causing freezes.Before installing, back up your settings via Settings → The device → Backup.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions