How to Turn on Xiaomi TV: Everything from the Button to Restore

Have you bought a new Xiaomi Mi TV or experienced a problem after updating your firmware? Perhaps the screen remains black, the indicator flashes, and the remote does not respond. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to turn on Xiaomi TVs, from basic to emergency when the device seems “dead.” Whether you have a Mi TV 4S model, Mi TV Q1 or the flagship Xiaomi TV 6 OLED, the principles of operation are the same for most lines.

Most often, users face difficulties after a software update, a power surge or prolonged downtime. We will not limit ourselves to the obvious (“press the power button”), but will consider hidden recovery functions that are not written about in the official instructions, such as how to get the TV to turn on through the ADB if it is stuck on the logo, or what to do if the indicator is lit red but the screen does not respond.

Before you go to radical measures (like factory resets), check the simple things: connection to the socket, the state of the power cable and batteries in the remote. About 30% of Xiaomi customer service calls are solved at this stage. If the problem is deeper, follow our step-by-step instructions.

1. Basic ways of inclusion: button and remote

To start with, the obvious, but often overlooked, is that Xiaomi TVs have two standard power control points:

• 🔘 The physical button on the body (usually on the bottom or back panel). On Mi TV 5 Pro models and later, it is touch-sensitive, on older ones (for example, Mi TV 4A) it is mechanical.
• 📺 Remote (original or compatible). Important: Some universal remotes do not support the function of enabling Xiaomi TV from a completely off state.

To turn on the TV with a button:

1. Find the power button (usually signed POWER or marked with an icon ⏻) on Xiaomi TV A2 2023 models, it is hidden under a removable cover on the back.
2. Press and hold it for 3-5 seconds until the indicator lights up (white or orange).
3. Release the button – the TV must start loading (the Mi logo will appear).

If the button does not respond:

• ⚡ Check the connection to the outlet (try another cable or outlet).
• 🔋 Make sure the power indicator flashes or burns (if not, the power supply is a problem).
• 🔄 Turn off the TV for 1 minute, then reconnect.

⚠️ Warning: On the Xiaomi TV 6G and OLED- series, the power button can be combined with the control sensor. If the sensor doesn't respond, try pressing it with force or use a paper clip to mechanically press (carefully!).

2. Powering through the remote: what to do if it does not work

Xiaomi remote may not turn on the TV for several reasons: batteries are discharged, synchronization failure or mechanical damage.

• 🔋 Check the batteries: even if the display on the remote is on, the voltage may not be enough to transmit the signal. Try replacing the batteries with new ones (alkaline batteries, such as Duracell or Energizer, are recommended).
• 📶 Check the IR port: point your smartphone camera at the LED remote control and press any button. If you see a blink on your phone screen, is the remote working. No blinking? So the problem is in the remote itself.
• 🔄 Reset sync: On some models (e.g., Mi TV Stick), the remote can unplug. To reconnect it, press and hold Back + Home simultaneously for 10 seconds.

If the remote is functional, but the TV does not respond:

1. Make sure that there are no obstacles in front of the IR receiver of the TV (glass, film, decorative panels).
2. Bring the remote as close as possible to the receiver (at a distance of 10-15 cm).
3. Try turning on your TV using the Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS).

1. Install the Mi Remote app from the App Store/Google Play.




2. Select the → "Television" → "Xiaomi" device.




3. Follow the instructions on the screen for synchronization.

⚠️ Warning: On Xiaomi TVs with Bluetooth remotes (e.g., Mi TV Q2), you may need to re-pair. To do this, press Menu + OK for 5 seconds until the indicator on the remote starts flashing blue.

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If you lost the original remote, you can use a smartphone with an IR transmitter (such as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12) and the Mi Remote app. This is a temporary solution until you buy a new remote.

3. Incorporation after firmware update or failure

One of the most common problems is that the Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on after the software update.

• 🖥️ Interrupted update (e.g., lights or internet shutdowns).
• 🐛 Firmware errors (especially relevant for betta versions).
• 🔋 Underpowered (if updated via USB- drive).

If the TV does not turn on at all after the update (black screen, indicator does not burn):

1. Turn off the TV for 10 minutes (this will reset the residual charge of the capacitors).
2. Connect back and try to turn on the button on the case.
3. If it doesn’t work, try emergency recovery:

For this:

1. Download the latest stable firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website (Support section).
2. Unpack the archive and copy the update.zip file to an empty USB- drive (formatted in FAT32).
3. Insert the USB 2.0 port on your TV (usually marked as Service).
4. Press the Power button on the body and, without letting it go, connect the TV to the network. Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the recovery process begins.

⚠️ Warning: If the TV has been getting stuck on the Mi logo for more than 10 minutes after a disaster recovery, this is a sign of firmware damage, in which case you will need to flash through USB in service mode (instructions in the next section).

4. Including through the service menu (for experienced users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try turning on the TV through the service menu, which is suitable for Android TV models (e.g. Mi TV 4, Mi TV 5).

To enter the service menu:

1. Turn the TV off the socket.
2. Press and hold the Menu button on the remote (or on the case if the remote is not working).
3. Without letting Menu go, connect the TV to the network.
4. Hold the button until the service menu appears on the screen (usually 5-7 seconds later).

On the service menu:

• 🔧 Select Factory Reset, which will delete all data, but often solves the power problem.
• 🔄 If the reset didn’t work, look for the Firmware Update and try to update the software manually.
• 📡 On models with Wi-Fi, you can try reconnecting to the network via Network Settings.

To exit the service menu, press Exit or select Reboot. If the TV does not respond to commands in the menu, perform a forced reboot by turning off power for 30 seconds.

Take a picture of your TV settings |Use the original remote (not universal) |Put the TV on a stable power source |Do not press unknown menu items |Record the TV model (in case of support)

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5. Including via ADB or Fastboot (advanced method)

If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on even after resetting, but reacts to the connection to the PC (for example, it makes a USB connection sound), you can try to restore it via ADB or Fastboot.

• 💻 A computer with Windows or Linux.
• 🔌 Cable USB-A to USB-A (to connect a TV to a PC).
• 🛠️ Installed drivers ADB and Fastboot utilities.

Instructions for ADB:

1. Connect the TV to the PC with a cable (the USB port on the TV is usually marked as "Service" or "OTG").




2. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Linux/Mac).




3. Enter a command to check the connection:




adb devices




If the TV is determined, reboot:




adb reboot




4.If the TV doesn't respond, try logging into Fastboot:




adb reboot bootloader




Then, run the stock firmware through Fastboot.

For firmware via Fastboot:

1. Download the official firmware for your model (file with.tgz extension).
2. Unpack the archive and launch the script flash_all.bat (for Windows or flash_all.sh (for Linux/Mac).
3. Wait until the process is completed (usually 5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: Fastboot firmware deletes all data, including accounts and settings. On Xiaomi TV models with Widevine L1 (e.g. Mi TV Q1), after firmware, DRM may need to be re-activated for Netflix and Disney+ to work.

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Firmware through ADB/Fastboot is a last resort, if you are not sure of your actions, you should contact the service center, and improper firmware can lead to the "bricking" of the TV (completely inoperable).

6. Incorporation after a voltage surge or physical injury

If the Xiaomi TV doesn't turn on after a thunderstorm, power surge or fall, the problem could be in the power supply or motherboard.

• ⚡ Check the power supply: Turn off the TV. Remove the back cover (carefully so you don't damage the plumes!) Check the power supply for bloated capacitors, burns, or melted elements.
• 🔌 Check the fuse: the power supply board usually has a fuse (marked F1 or FUSE). If it burns out, it can be replaced with a similar one (but this is a temporary solution - you need to look for the cause of the jump).
• 📡 Check the connection of the plumes: after falling, the plumes connecting the motherboard to the screen or buttons may have departed.

If you are not sure about your electronics repair skills, you should contact a service center. The average cost of diagnosing a power supply in Xiaomi-authorized centers is 1,500-3,000 rubles (2026), replacing a power supply unit will cost 4,000-8,000 rubles, depending on the model.

Signs of malfunction of the power supply:

• 🔴 The power indicator does not burn at all (even when connected to the network).
• 💥 The TV is turned on for 1-2 seconds, then switched off.
• 🔥 There is a smell of burning or a crackling sound from the back of the body.

⚠️ Warning: If the Xiaomi TV has been flooded with liquid, do not turn it on until it is completely dry (minimum 48 hours in a dry warm place).

7.Inclusion via voice assistant or smart home

If you have a Xiaomi ecosystem set up (for example, through Mi Home or Google Assistant), you can try turning on the TV by voice or through an app.

• 📶 Connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your smartphone.
• 🔄 Has not been completely de-energized (on standby consumes ~0.5 W).
• 🔊 Has a built-in microphone (Mi TV models with Google Assistant).

Instructions for Google Assistant:

1. Say, “OK Google, turn on the TV” (if the device is linked to your account).
2. Or open the Google Home app, find your TV in the device list, and click “Enable.”

Instructions for Mi Home:

1. Open the Mi Home app and go to the Devices section.
2. Choose your TV (e.g. Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 55).
3. Click on the power icon or use the widget on the home screen.

If the TV does not respond to commands from the app:

• 🔄 Reconnect it to a Wi-Fi network (the router password may have changed).
• 📱 Update the Mi Home app to the latest version.
• 🔧 In the settings of the TV, check if remote access is enabled (Settings → Device → Remote Control).

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If Xiaomi TV doesn’t respond to voice commands, try retraining your voice assistant. Go to Settings → Voice Assistant → Voice Overtraining and repeat the registration procedure.

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