How to turn on TV on Xiaomi TV: from antenna to IPTV

Xiaomi TVs offer a wide range of TV viewing options, from classic on-air broadcasting to modern IPTV and streaming services. However, many users face difficulties when first turning on TV functions: the system does not find channels, emits antenna connection errors or simply does not display the TV section in the menu. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to activate TV on Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV and other models, from basic setting up on-air broadcasting to solving typical problems.

It is important to understand that the algorithm for turning on TV depends on the type of broadcast (digital DVB-T2, satellite DVB-S, cable DVB-C or IPTV) and the TV model. For example, the budget Redmi TV A Series may not support satellite tuners, and the flagship Xiaomi TV Q2 is equipped with hybrid modules for all standards. We will look at universal instructions and point out the features of specific lines.

1. Preparation of the TV for setting up the TV

Before you turn on the TV, make sure your Xiaomi TV is ready to work with external sources of signal.

• 📡 Antenna or cable: Connect the antenna cable to the connector RF IN (or ANT IN) You'll need satellite TV for the back of the TV. LNB-cable.
• 🔌 Power: Make sure the TV is on and running (power indicator is blue or white).
• 📶 Internet: For IPTV Updating the channel list requires network access (via Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
• 🔧 Software Updates: Check the relevance of firmware in Settings → On TV. → System update: Outdated software can block the tuner.

If you use an external receiver (e.g. for satellite TV), connect it to your TV via HDMI and select the appropriate source of the signal using the Source button on the remote, in which case the channel setting will be done on the receiver itself, and not in the MIUI TV menu.

2. How to turn on the air (digital) TV DVB-T2

DVB-T2 is the most common way to watch channels without paying a subscription fee, and to activate it:

1. Press the Home button on the remote and select the Television (or TV) section.
2. In the menu that opens, go to Settings → Channel Configuration → Etheric TV (DVB-T2).
3. Select Automatic Search and confirm the scanning launch.
4. Wait for the process to be completed (it can take 5-15 minutes) and the TV will save the multiplexes (channel packets) found.

If no channels are found, check:

• 📶 Signal Level: The channel setting menu displays the signal strength scale. If it's below 50%, try reorienting the antenna or using an amplifier.
• 📍 Broadcast Region: In manual search mode (Manual setting), select the correct country and region (e.g., Russia) → Moscow).
• 🔄 Search Type: Sometimes it helps to choose the option Full Search instead of Quick Search.

Make sure the antenna is connected to the RF IN| connector

Select the right signal source (TV, not HDMI)|

Check the signal level in the settings menu |

Update the TV to the latest version-->

On the 2020-2023 Xiaomi TV, the channel settings menu may not have the "Etheric TV" option if the TV does not detect the antenna, in which case, try connecting the antenna to another device (such as a console) and return to the setup.

3. Satellite TV setup (DVB-S/DVB-S2)

Satellite TV requires more complex setup, as you need to specify the parameters of the broadcast (frequency, symbolic speed, polarization).Most models of Xiaomi (except the budget Redmi A Series) support DVB-S2, the standard for broadcasting in high resolution.

Instructions for setting:

1. Go to Television → Settings → Channel settings → Satellite TV.
2. Select Add Satellite and specify the name (e.g. Yamal 201 or Astra 4A).
3. Enter the broadcast parameters: 📡 Frequency (e.g. 11766 for Tricolor TV). 🔄 Symbolic speed (e.g. 27500). 🧲 Polarization (Horizontal or Vertical).

Scan.

Parameters for popular operators:

If the TV can’t find satellite channels, check:

• 🛰️ Connection LNB-cable: It must go from the converter on the antenna directly to the connector LNB IN TV-wise.
• 🔍 Antenna direction: Use a compass or mobile app (e.g. DishPointer) for precise orientation.
• ⚡ Power Converter: In the satellite settings, turn on the option Incl. power LNB (if).

4. Connecting cable television (DVB-C)

Cable TV from providers (for example, Rostelecom or Dom.ru) requires setting up the DVB-C parameters. Unlike on-air broadcasting, you need to specify the frequency and speed of data transmission that your operator provides.

Step-by-step:

1. Open TV → Settings → Channel settings → Cable TV (DVB-C).
2. Select Manual Setup and Enter the Settings: 📡 Frequency (e.g., frequency, 314000 kHz). 🔄 Symbolic speed (e.g, 6875 ks/s). 🔐 Modulation (usually) 256 QAM).

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Nagravision

Conax

Typical parameters for popular providers:

If the channels are not shown or requested PIN-code, contact the provider to clarify the parameters. Some operators (for example, Akado) use binding on the MAC-address – in this case, you may need to register a TV in your personal account.

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If your ISP uses IPTV instead of DVB-C, the setting is done via Network → IPTV. Check with the operator what type of broadcasting is used in your region.

5. IPTV setup on Xiaomi TV

IPTV is an Internet-based television that doesn't require an antenna or a satellite dish, and it requires a.m3u playlist or data from a provider to activate it.

Methods of IPTV connection:

• 📋 Through the built-in player: Go to TV → IPTV. Select Add Playlist and Enter URL (for example, http://provider.tv/playlist.m3u). Confirm the download and wait for the channel list to be updated.

Through applications

SS IPTV

Lazy IPTV

OTT Player

Google Play

Google TV

Popular IPTV-provider TV:

• 🌍 Wink (from Rostelecom) - integrated through the official application.
• 📺 MTS TV – requires authorization by login / password.
• 🎬 Amediateka – streaming with support 4K (available through Google Play).

If the channels are slowing down or not loading, check:

• 📶 Internet speed (minimum 15 Mbps for the HD).
• 🔌 Connection type (Wi-Fi 5 GHz or Ethernet preferred 2.4 GHz).
• 🔄 Playlist update (URL It may change – ask the provider for the relevant).