How to turn it on AV-Xiaomi TV mode: all ways and solutions to problems

Why Xiaomi is not working on a TV AV-Entry and how to fix it

You are trying to connect to Xiaomi Mi TV prefix, DVD-player or camera through a composite AV-The problem is not always cable - modern Xiaomi TVs often hide analogue inputs to the menu or require manual activation. AV-mode TV 4/5, A Pro, P1, E Series and others, and solve typical signal problems.

From 2020, Xiaomi will gradually phase out analog connectors in new models, replacing them with HDMI and USB-C. However, even if your TV physically has AV IN nests (yellow, red, white), they can be disabled by default in firmware, this is done to simplify the interface, but makes it difficult to connect outdated equipment.

Verification of availability AV-Entering on your Xiaomi TV

Before you try to turn on mode, make sure your model supports analog input at all.

• 🔍 Inspect the back panel: look for a group of round nests signed AV IN, COMPONENT or VIDEO/AUDIO. They are usually painted yellow (video), red and white (audio).
• 📄 Check the specifications: enter a TV model (e.g. Mi). TV 5 Pro 55′′ on Xiaomi website and find the Ports section".
• 🛠️ Use an adapter: if AV-No entry, but you need to connect the old device, buy AV→HDMI converter (worth) ~500–1500 ₽).

For example, Mi. TV 4S 55" (2019-2020) has AV-entrance, and Mi TV Q2 55" (2022) — no more. If your model is released after 2021, chances are there are no analog ports physically.

⚠️ Attention: Don't confuse AV IN (for receiving the signal) AV OUT (This is not suitable for external devices.

Method 1: Inclusion AV-POWER

If AV-connectors on the TV are, but when you connect the device, the screen remains black, try to force the signal source to switch:

1. Connect the cable to the nests. AV IN on the TV and device (for example, DVD-player).
2. Turn on the external device (it should start transmitting the signal).
3. On the Xiaomi remote, press the SOURCE (or INPUT) button.
4. In the menu that appears, select AV, Composite or Analog Login (name depends on the model).
5. If the item is missing, click ↓ on the remote to scroll through the list of sources to the end.

On some models (e.g., Mi). TV 4A) AV-regimen may be called TV or DTV. If the image did not appear after selecting the source, check it out:

• 🔌 Dense of cable connection (especially yellow cables).
• 🔊 Volume on TV and external device (sometimes the default sound is turned off).
• 📺 Output mode on the connected device (should be PAL or NTSC, depending on the region).

Check integrity AV-cable (whether fractured)

Make sure the external device is on and running

Select the right signal source on Xiaomi remote

Try restarting the TV (pull out the fork for 30 seconds)

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Method 2: Activate AV through the settings menu

If the button SOURCE If it doesn't help, try to enable analog input manually through the system menu. MIUI TV 2.0 and newer:

1. On the remote, press Settings (cogs) → select All settings.
2. Go to Devices and Connections (or Connections) section.
3. Find the Analog Entry Point, AV-entrance.
4. Activate the switch next to Enable AV-entrance.
5. Save the settings and go back to the SOURCE.

On some models (e.g. Mi TV P1), the path may be different:

Settings → System → Additional settings → Analog ports

If the paragraph AV-No entry to the menu, it means one of two:

• 🚫 Your model does not support analog signal at the software level (even if the connectors are physically connected).
• 🔄 You need to update the TV firmware (see section below).

Method 3: Update the firmware to restore AV-regime

Sometimes the problem is with outdated firmware, where analog input support is disabled or not working properly.

Automatic update (recommended)

1. Connect your TV to the internet via Wi-Fi or cable.
2. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
3. Click Check Updates and wait for the process to complete.
4. After installing the update, restart the TV.

Manual update via USB

If the automatic update does not work:

1. Download the latest firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website (section "TV").
2. Unpack the archive and copy the.zip file to the flash drive (FAT32 format).
3. Put the flash drive in. USB-television-port.
4. Go to Settings → About TV → Update via USB and select a file.

⚠️ Note: If after the update AV-The input never worked, check if the audio settings have reset. Some firmwares require you to manually select the audio source after the update: → Sound. → Source → AV.

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If the TV does not see the flash drive with firmware, format it in FAT32 with a cluster size of 32 KB. Use the SD Card Formatter utility for proper formatting.

Solving problems with AV-signal on Xiaomi TV

Even if you plug the device in correctly and activate the mode, there may be problems.

1. No image, but there's sound.

Causes and solutions:

• 🔌 Bad Yellow Cable Contact: Try to move the connector slightly or replace the cable.
• 📺 Incorrect signal standard: on an external device (DVD, set-top box) change mode with PAL on NTSC vice versa.
• 🔧 Firmware failure: reset the TV settings (Settings) → Reset).

2. Image in black and white or with interference

This is most often related to:

• 🎛️ Incorrect connection: check if the yellow cable is connected to the socket VIDEO IN, not COMPONENT.
• 📶 Electromagnetic interference: remove interference sources (routers, microwaves) from the cable).
• 🔄 Permissions mismatch: Some Xiaomi TVs need to manually install permissions 480i/576i for AV-entrance.

3.The TV does not save the AV settings

If the TV does not see again after the reboot AV-signal:

• 🔋 Reset the system cache: Settings → Annexes → System applications → Drop the cache.
• 📥 Roll back the firmware: if the problem appeared after the update, install the previous version of the software.
• 🛠️ Check the remote: button SOURCE You might have stuck, try using a remote from another Xiaomi device.

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If after all the manipulations AV-The input is not working, most likely a problem in the hardware of the TV (damaged ports or controller), in which case only the service center will help.

Alternative ways to connect older devices to Xiaomi TV

If your TV doesn’t support you AV-login or you have not been able to activate it, consider alternative connectivity options:

• 🔄 AV→HDMI Converter: the device converts analog signal to digital. Cost - from 500 ₽. Example: Portta PET1018.
• 📡 RF-Modulator: connects to the TV antenna input and converts AV-It's a TV signal, it's good for very old models.
• 🖥️ Connecting via PC: If you have a computer with TV-tuner, connect it. AV-the device, and then broadcast the image to the TV on Miracast or DLNA.
• 🎮 Use of the console: some Android consoles (for example, Xiaomi Mi Box S) have AV-Entry and may act as an intermediary.

When choosing a converter, pay attention to:

• 🔌 Type of connectors: should be RCA (tulips) at the entrance and HDMI exit.
• 📺 Permit support: for DVD enough 480p, game-box — 720p.
• ⚡ Power: Some converters require a separate power supply.

Example of connection via converter:

DVD-Player → [AV-Cable] → [Converter] → [HDMI-Cable] → Xiaomi Television

FAQ: Frequent questions about AV-Xiaomi TV