How to set up regular (analog) channels on a Xiaomi TV: the complete guide

Xiaomi TVs (Mi series) TV 4A/4S/5/A2 and others) equipped with built-in tuners for receiving the air (DVB-T/T2), cable (DVB-C) But many users have a problem: once they connect an antenna or cable from a provider, the TV can't find channels or displays a message saying "No signal." In this article, we'll discuss how to properly turn on and configure regular (non-smart) channels on Xiaomi. TV, including rare cases with manual adjustment and troubleshooting.

It is important to understand: modern models of Xiaomi (for example, Mi). TV Q2 2023 or Redmi Smart TV X) by default hide the settings menu of the terrestrial TV to promote their own services like Mi TV+ But the tuner is still functional -- you just have to wake it up, and we're going to show you how to do that without going to the service center, even if you don't have a remote control or the TV doesn't see the antenna.

1. Compatibility Check: What tuner is in your Xiaomi? TV?

Not all Xiaomi models support analog TV (standard) PAL/SECAM). Most TVs today only work with digital formats:

• 📶 DVB-T/T2 — digital-television (20+ free channels in Russia).
• 🏢 DVB-C — cable TV from providers (Rostelecom, MGTS, Beeline, etc.).
• 🛰️ DVB-S/S2 — Satellite TV (requires a receiver or built-in module).

To find out which tuner is installed in your model, check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or look at the sticker on the back of the TV.

If your model does not support analog TV, but you need to connect an old antenna, use an external receiver (for example, the device is not compatible with analog TV, BBK SMP133HDT2) And connect it to the TV through HDMI or AV (RCA).

2. Connecting an antenna or cable: step-by-step instructions

Before setting up the channels, make sure that the antenna or cable from the provider is properly connected to the TV.

1. Turn off the TV from the socket (this will reset possible tuner errors).
2. Find a connector on the back. RF IN (or ANTENNA IN) — It looks like a round metal entrance with threads.
3. Connect the cable by turning it clockwise to the point. Do not use adapters if the antenna is already equipped with an F connector.
4. Turn on the TV and go to the settings menu.

If you have cable TV from your provider, you may need additional equipment:

• 🔌 Signal amplifier – if the cable is too long (over 15 meters).
• 📡 Splitter – if you are giving a signal to multiple TVs.
• 🔒 CAM-module – for decoding paid channels (for example, NTV-Plus).

⚠️ Note: If you connect a satellite dish, connector RF IN Xiaomi TV will not work – you will need an external receiver with output HDMI or AV.

3. How to turn on the channel settings menu (if hidden)

In the latest versions of PatchWall firmware (starting with the MIUI TV 3.0) the settings menu of the terrestrial TV can be hidden to open it:

Method 1. Through the remote control:

1. Press the Menu (or Settings) button on the remote.
2. Go to the Settings section → The device → TV and entrances.
3. Select the antenna (TV) or Digital TV.
4. Press Channel Search.

Method 2. Through buttons on the TV (if there is no remote):

1. Find the Menu button on the bottom or side panel of the TV (usually hidden under the lid).
2. Hold it for 5 seconds until the menu appears.
3. With Volume buttons +/- Move to the points and the button OK (or Power, confirm the choice.

Method 3. For Android models TV (Mi TV Stick, Mi Box):

If you have Mi. TV Stick or Mi Box, you can't set up on-air TV -- these devices don't have a built-in tuner. Use an external receiver or an app like TVHeadend (requires customization skills).

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If the TV setup menu is not available even after reset, upgrade the TV firmware to the latest version. → On TV. → Updating the system.

4.Search and configure channels: automatic vs manual mode

After connecting the antenna and opening the tuner menu, select the search type:

Automatic search (recommended)

1. Select Search Engine.
2. Specify the source of the signal: 📶 Etheric (DVB-T/T2) — room-panel. 🏢 Cable (DVB-C) — for the TV provider (frequency and flow rate may be required).

Start

Manual search (if the automatic search does not work)

If the TV doesn’t find channels in automatic mode, try manually setting:

1. Choose Manual Search.
2. Specify the parameters (depending on the region and provider): 📡 Frequency – for example, 474 MHz or 690 MHz (check with the provider). 🔄 Flow rate – usually 6875 kSimv/s. 🔢 Modulation - 256 QAM cable-TV.

Search

If manual search is not working, the problem may be:

• 🔌 Faulty cable – check on another TV.
• 📶 Weak signal – try reorienting the antenna.
• 🔄 Older Firmware – Update the TV.

5. Analog channel configuration (for supported models)

If you're Xiaomi. TV It supports analogue television (e.g., Mi). TV 4A 32"), to set it up:

1. Go to Settings. → TV and entrances → antenna (TV).
2. Select Analog TV (or PAL/SECAM).
3. Start Auto Search – the TV scans the ranges VHF and UHF.
4. After searching, save the channels you find and sort them through Channel Management.

Analog channels can be displayed with interference ("snow" on the screen) to improve the quality of:

• 📶 Check the quality of the antenna – for analog TV it is better to use an outdoor antenna with an amplifier.
• 🔧 Adjust the fine-tuning in the channel menu (if available).
• 🔌 Use ferrite rings on the cable to suppress interference.

⚠️ Note: In Russia, analogue TV has been disabled in most regions since 2019. If you are trying to set up an old antenna, it probably no longer works, switch to digital TV (DVB-T2).

Troubleshooting: Why TV Can't Find Channels

If after all the manipulations, the channels did not appear, check the following points:

If after resetting the tuner menu and did not appear, your model Xiaomi TV It can be released for markets where terrestrial TV is not used (for example, China or the United States), in which case the only way out is an external receiver.

If none of these methods helped, check:

• 🔌 Power outlet – connect the TV to another power source.
• 🛠️ Integrity of the cable – check for overburden or damage.
• 📡 Broadcast availability in your region – use the service map.ptrs.rf to check coverage DVB-T2.

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Before contacting the service center, try connecting the antenna to another TV. If the channels are working, the problem is in the tuner of your Xiaomi. TV.

7. Alternative ways to watch TV on Xiaomi without a tuner

If your TV does not support on-air or cable TV, use alternative methods:

• 📱 Mobile applications: TVIL Or Wink, which is for watching TV over the Internet (subscription required). Peers.TV, which is free torrent-enabled channels.
• 💻 IPTV: Install the app SS IPTV Lazy IPTV and download the playlist from the provider. Free playlists can be found on forums (for example, 4PDA), But they're often blocked.
• 📡 External receivers: For terrestrial TV: BBK SMP133HDT2 or D-color DC1302HD (plug in HDMI). For satellite TV: GS E502 or openbox SX4.

If you choose IPTV, pay attention to:

• 🔌 Internet speed for the full HD You will need at least 15 Mbps.
• 🔒 Safety – Avoid pirate playlists (may contain viruses).
• 📺 Delay – TV broadcasts with a delay of 5-30 seconds.

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