Broadcast screen to the TV Xiaomi: 5 ways to connect from phone and PC

Introduction: Why you need to broadcast the screen on Xiaomi TV

Broadcasting the screen to a Xiaomi TV is a feature that transforms the normal viewing of content. Imagine you are lying on the couch, and on the big screen you display everything that happens on your smartphone, tablet or computer. It is not just convenient, it opens up new opportunities for entertainment, work and communication.

Modern Xiaomi TVs (series Mi) TV A, Mi TV Q, Mi TV P1, Redmi Smart TV Others support several wireless image transfer protocols: Miracast, AirPlay (for Apple devices), DLNA And even proprietary solutions from Xiaomi. But how does it work in practice? Many users have problems: the TV can't see the device, then there are lags, then the sound disappears. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting, including hidden settings and solutions to typical errors.

It's important to understand that the technology of broadcasting depends not only on the TV model, but also on the source device. For example, the iPhone will use AirPlay, and the Android smartphone will use Miracast or Google Cast. Even Windows PCs can be connected to Xiaomi. TV It's wireless, but it requires you to set up the network settings correctly, and if you've ever tried to turn on a broadcast and you've failed, this guide will help you understand the reasons and find a working solution.

1. Preparation of Xiaomi TV for screen broadcast

Before you plug in the device, you need to make sure the TV itself is ready to receive the signal. Many people skip this step, and then wonder why the smartphone does not find Xiaomi. TV It's in the list of available devices:

• 📺 Update the TV firmware. Outdated software may not support modern broadcast protocols. → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🔄 Reboot the TV. Sometimes the background processes block the wireless modules. Turn the TV off the socket for 30 seconds, then turn it back on.
• 📶 Connect your TV to the same Wi-Fi network as your source device. Miracast and AirPlay are mandatory (except live Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔒 Turn it off. VPN or a proxy on the TV if it's on, these services can block local device detection.

If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2019 (e.g. Mi) TV 4A or Mi TV 4S), You might need to manually turn on the broadcast function:

1. Open the Settings. → Network settings → Devices nearby.
2. Activate the option of Wireless projection (Miracast).
3. In some models, this item may be called Screen Mirroring or Wi-Fi Display.

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If the menu doesn't have "Wireless projection," try resetting the TV network to factory settings. → System system → Reset → Resetting network settings.

2. Broadcast from Android-smartphone to Xiaomi TV (Miracast)

Miracast is a wireless screen standard that supports almost all Android devices (since version 4.2) and Xiaomi TVs, and the main advantage of this method is minimal latency, which is important for gaming or watching videos. However, there are disadvantages: for example, sound can not always be transmitted, and some applications (such as Netflix or YouTube) block the broadcast due to the protection of content.

To enable streaming from Android to Xiaomi TV:

1. Make sure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, open Settings. → Connection and sharing → Wireless projection (or Screen Mirroring).
3. On your smartphone, open Settings → Connected devices → Screen broadcast (the name may vary depending on the manufacturer: Samsung has Smart View, Xiaomi has Wireless Display).
4. In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV. Confirm the connection on both devices.

If the TV doesn’t appear on the list, try the following:

• 🔄 Restart your router – sometimes device detection problems are work-related DHCP.
• 📱 On your smartphone, turn on the developer mode and activate the Wi-Fi debugging option (in some cases, this helps stabilize the connection).
• 🔌 Connect the TV to the outlet directly, without extension cords - unstable power can knock down the Wi-Fi module.

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Important: Some applications (such as banking or screen-protected messengers) may block Miracast broadcasts for security reasons, in which case the image will be black or the broadcast will be interrupted in a few seconds.

3. Broadcast from iPhone or iPad to Xiaomi TV (AirPlay)

Apple device owners can stream the screen on Xiaomi TV But there's a caveat: not all Xiaomi TVs support AirPlay out of the box. The feature is available on models that Released after 2020 (e.g. Mi Mi). TV Q1, Mi TV P1, Redmi Smart TV X), and requires pre-setting.

Instructions for connection:

1. On the TV, go to Settings. → Connection and sharing → Apple AirPlay and enable the function.
2. Make sure that the TV and iPhone/iPad connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to open Control Point.
4. Click on the screen duplication icon (two overlapping rectangles).
5. Select your Xiaomi TV from the list, and you may need to enter a confirmation code that will appear on the TV screen.

If AirPlay is not working:

• 🔄 Restart router and TV.
• 📱 On the iPhone, turn it off. VPN and the "Low Data Consumption" mode in the Wi-Fi settings.
• 🔒 Check that the TV does not have Do Not Disturb mode or parental controls on it, which can block incoming connections.

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Please note: when broadcasting via AirPlay, there may be a delay in sound until 1-2 It's okay to watch video, but it's not good for games.+ Apple TV+) They may limit the broadcasting because of DRM-defense.

4. Broadcast from Windows PC to Xiaomi TV (Miracast or third-party programs)

You can connect Windows PCs to Xiaomi TVs in two ways: through built-in Miracast or using third-party programs like ApowerMirror or LetsView. The first method is faster and does not require additional software installation, but does not work on all versions of Windows.

Method 1: Miracast (built-in Windows feature)

1. On the TV, turn on Wireless projection (as described in the first section).
2. On PC, press Win. + K to open the panel Connect.
3. In the list, select your Xiaomi TV. If it's not available, click Find another device.
4. Confirm the connection on the TV.

If Windows doesn't find the TV:

• 🖥️ Make sure your PC supports Miracast. To do this, type in the command line: dxdiag and check the Miracast string in the System section. HDCP, it's okay.
• 🔧 Update Wi-Fi adapter and graphics card drivers on PC.
• 🔒 Turn off Windows Firewall or add an exception for the Wireless Display feature.

Method 2: Third-party programs (ApowerMirror, LetsView)

If Miracast doesn’t work or you need additional features (like controlling your TV from a PC), use specialized programs like:

To use ApowerMirror or LetsView:

1. Download and install the program on PC.
2. On the TV, turn on the wireless projection.
3. Run the program on PC and select Phone Screen Mirroring (yes, even for PC).
4. In the list of devices, select your Xiaomi TV.

5. Broadcasting through DLNA and local area network

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance is a standard that allows you to transfer media files (video, photos, music) between devices on a local network, unlike Miracast or AirPlay, DLNA It doesn't broadcast the entire screen, it only broadcasts individual files, it's convenient for watching movies or listening to music, but it's not suitable for gaming or working with applications.

To take advantage DLNA Xiaomi TV:

1. Make sure that the TV and the source device (smartphone, PC, laptop) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, open the Media Player or Files app (depending on the model).
3. Select Local Network or DLNA.
4. In the list of available devices, select your smartphone or PC.
5. Select the file to play back.

If the TV cannot see the device:

• 📱 On Android-smartphone, enable the function of Media Translation in connection settings.
• 🖥️ On Windows PC, enable Media Streaming in Settings → Network parameters → Sharing parameters.
• 🔧 Check that the router has enabled the UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) protocol).

DLNA Supports most video and audio formats, but there may be problems with files in the MKV or FLAC. In this case, try transcoding the file into a more general format (e.g., a file file, MP4 codeced H.264).

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DLNA It doesn't broadcast the entire screen, just individual media files. Use Miracast or AirPlay to broadcast the screen.

6. Solving typical broadcasting problems

Even if you set it up correctly, you can make mistakes, and here are the most common problems and ways to solve them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Network Reset.
3. Connect the TV to the network again and try again to broadcast.

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If the broadcast is permanently interrupted, try connecting the TV to the router via cable (if the model supports Ethernet), which will reduce the load on Wi-Fi and stabilize the connection.

7. Alternative ways of connecting (HDMI, USB-C, adapter)

If wireless methods don’t work or you need minimal response time (for example, for games), consider wired connectivity options.Modern Xiaomi TVs support several types of wired connections:

• 🔌 HDMI — It's a universal, low-latency solution, suitable for PCs, laptops and smartphones with support. HDMI Alt Mode (through) USB-C).
• 📱 USB-C → HDMI — for smartphones and tablets with a port USB-C (For example, Xiaomi 13, Redmi Note 12, you need an adapter or cable. USB-C to HDMI.
• ⚡ MHL — obsolete standard for video transmission USB (It is rarely supported on older models).

For HDMI connection:

1. Get a cable or adapter that is suitable for your device (e.g, USB-C to HDMI smartphone-like HDMI-HDMI PC-based).
2. Connect one end of the cable to the device, the other to the port HDMI TV-wise.
3. On the TV remote, press the Source (or Input) button and select the appropriate one. HDMI-port.
4. The source device may need to enable mode HDMI or External display in screen settings.

Advantages of wired connection:

• 🎮 Minimum delay (important for gaming).
• 📶 No dependency on the quality of Wi-Fi.
• 🔊 Stable sound transmission without failure.

Disadvantages:

• 🔌 Cable length limit (usually up to 5 meters without amplifier).
• 💰 Additional costs for adapters or cables.

FAQ: Frequent questions about streaming on Xiaomi TV