How to change the zone on the TV Xiaomi Mi TV: 3 working ways

Did you buy a Xiaomi Mi TV and find that some apps (e.g. Netflix, YouTube or Prime Video) are not available in your country? Or did the TV automatically switch to Chinese and the Google Play app store lack services? The problem is the country code that the manufacturer sets by default. In this article, we will discuss how to change the zone to Xiaomi Mi TV of all generations - from old models (Mi TV 3/4) to new ones (Mi TV Q2, A2, P1).

Changing the zone is not just a cosmetic setup; it depends on the availability of applications (some services are blocked by geolocation), the interface language (for example, Russian may not be available in Asian firmware), software updates (in some regions they come later or do not come at all).

But changing the zone incorrectly without backing up can cause the TV to "brick" -- to stop loading -- and we'll show you safe methods and warn you of the risks.

Important: the procedure is different for Android TVs (post-2019 models) and PatchWall (older firmware versions). If you are not sure about the model, check it in the Settings → About TV menu. Also note that after changing the zone, you may need to reset to factory settings, which we will discuss at the end of the article.

Why should I change the zone to Xiaomi Mi TV?

Xiaomi will by default tie the TVs to the region of first activation, for example, if you bought the Mi TV Q2 in China or through AliExpress, the zone will be set as CN (China), even if you are in Russia or Europe, which leads to the following problems:

• 🚫 Google Play Block: App Store May Be Missing or Error-Off in China Zone.
• 🌍 Limited content: services like Disney+ or HBO Max checks the region of the device.
• 📵 No Russian: Firmware for Asia often lacks localization.
• ⚠️ Update issues: Some versions of the software are distributed only in certain regions.

Moreover, if you move to another country and activate the TV there, the system can automatically reset the zone settings, which will lead to loss of access to previously installed applications. For example, Mi TV P1 users in Europe are faced with the fact that after updating the firmware zone is reset to the EU, and you have to repeat the procedure.

But there is a downside: changing the zone to an informal one (for example, from CN to RU) can deprive you of warranty if the manufacturer detects interference with the firmware, and some functions (for example, voice assistant XiaoAI) may stop working.

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Before changing zone, check if your Xiaomi Mi TV model officially supports the desired region. A list of compatible countries can be found on the Xiaomi Global website (Support section).

Method 1: Change zone through standard settings (for Android TV)

This is the easiest method, but it only works on Android TVs (2019 models and newer ones, like the Mi TV Q2 2023 or Mi TV A2 4K).If you have the old PatchWall firmware, go to Method 2.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the device → Settings → System → About the TV.
3. Find the Region (or Country/Region) and click on it.
4. In the list, select the country you want (for example, Russia, Germany or the United States).
5. Confirm the change and restart the TV.

If Region is not on the menu, your model does not support changing the zone through the interface, in which case only the ADB method or the hidden menu will help.

Check the model of the TV (Android TV or PatchWall)

Backup of settings (screen photo with parameters)

Connect keyboard/mouse via Bluetooth (simplifies command input)

Record the current zone (in case of rollbacks)-->

After changing the zone through the settings may require:

• 🔄 Reinstall applications (some may disappear from the menu).
• 📱 Re-authorization in accounts (Google, Netflix, etc.).
• 🌐 Update firmware (sometimes after a change in the region there are new versions of the software).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Mi) TV 4S, Mi TV 4X) After changing the zone through the settings, access to Google Play may disappear, in this case, resetting to factory settings or manually installing Google services through the Internet will help. ADB.

Method 2: Change zone through ADB (for all models)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) method is suitable for all Xiaomi Mi TVs, including older PatchWall models (Mi TV 3, Mi TV 4A) and requires you to connect the TV to your computer, but it gives you 100% results.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
• 🔌 Cable USB-A → USB-A (for connecting TV to PC).
• 📥 Utility. ADB (You can download from the official Android website).
• 🔑 Developer mode on the TV.

Step 1: Activate the Developer Mode

1. Open the Settings. → On TV.
2. Find the Build Number and click on it 7 times in a row.
3. You will be notified that you have become a developer.

Step 2: Enable debugging over USB

1. Return to the main settings menu and open Additional → Developer options.
2. Activate switches: Debug over USB, Debug over the network (optional), Allow unlocking OEM (if any).

Step 3: Connect the TV to your computer and follow the commands

1. Download and unpack ADB in a folder on your PC.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and go to the folder with ADB: cd C:\platform-tools
3. Check the TV connection: Adb devices should appear with a serial number.
4. Run the command to change the zone (for example, to Russia): adb shell setprop persist.sys.country RU adb shell setprop persist.sys.locale ru-RU adb reboot

After the reboot, the TV will work in the new zone, so that the changes will persist after the updates, follow the additional command:

adb shell settings put global country RU

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV 4C mi TV 4A after the change of zone ADB The Widevine license may fly L1 (Responsible for the reproduction of the Full HD It takes a full reset or flashing to get it back to Netflix.

Method 3: Hidden Engineering Menu (for PatchWall)

On older PatchWall TVs (such as Mi TV 3 or Mi TV 4 55), zone change is possible through a hidden menu, which does not require a computer, but does not work on all models.

Instructions:

1. Turn on the TV and go to the main screen.
2. On the remote, click the button sequence: Menu → Settings → All Settings → General → Device Preferences → About.
3. On the About TV screen, quickly click 5 times on the Android TV Logo (if any) or Model Number.
4. You will see a hidden menu called Factory Menu or Engineer Mode.
5. Find the Country Code or Region and select the country you want.
6. Save the settings and restart the TV.

If the hidden menu doesn’t open, try an alternative combination:

• 🔘 On the remote, pinch the Menu. + Volume Down for 5 seconds.
• 🔘 Enter the 1234 or 0000 code (if you request a password).

The engineering menu can also include:

• 🔧 Reset your Widevine settings (if Full is missing) HD Netflix).
• 📡 Manually update the firmware (if the automatic update does not work).
• 🔋 Check the status of the remote battery (if it is discharged too quickly).

⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options in the engineering menu unless you know their purpose! Incorrect settings can lead to image loss, Wi-Fi failure or even a TV breakage.

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Hidden menus are the fastest way to change zone on older models, but they don’t work on all firmware. If the TV stops turning on after changing the zone, try resetting with Recovery Mode (press Power + Volume Up for 10 seconds).

How do you check if the area has changed?

After the change of zone, you need to make sure that the changes are applied correctly.

Method 1: Through settings of the TV

1. Open the settings → System → About the TV.
2. Check the lines Region and Language.

Method 2: Through ADB

1. Connect the TV to your PC and execute the command: adb shell getprop persist.sys.country
2. The country code (e.g. RU or US) should be displayed.

Method 3: Through the application

1. Install any application that checks geolocation (e.g, IPTV or VPN-client).
2. Run it and see which region is defined.

If the area has not changed:

• 🔄 Repeat the change procedure (the settings may not have been saved).
• 📱 Check if it's blocking. VPN Proxy access to Google servers.
• 🔧 Perform reset to factory settings (see next section).

What if the TV doesn’t work after the change of zone?

In rare cases, after a region change, Xiaomi Mi TV can:

• 🖥️ Do not turn on (black screen or Mi logo forever).
• 🔄 Fixing on the download (infinite animation).
• 📵 Losing access to Wi-Fi or remote control.

Decisions:

1. Hard reset: Turn off the TV from the outlet. Press the Power button on the case (not the remote!) and plug in the power. Hold the button for 15-20 seconds until the recovery menu appears. Select Wipe data/factory reset (use volume buttons for navigation).
2. USB Recovery: Download the official firmware for your model from Xiaomi Firmware. Unpack the archive and copy the update.zip file to a flash drive (FAT32 format). Insert the flash drive into the TV, pinch Power + Volume Up and turn on power. From the recovery menu, select Apply from USB.
3. Reverse Zone Change: If the TV is turned on but is not running smoothly, return the previous zone via ADB: adb shell setprop persist.sys.country CN Reboot the device.

If none of these methods worked, contact Xiaomi Service Center to indicate the problem, and note that the warranty may not apply to TVs with modified firmware.

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Before resetting your settings, write down or take a picture of your current network settings (wi-fi name and password) so you don’t re-enter them.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the zone on Xiaomi Mi TV