How to turn on the stream from the Xiaomi phone to the TV: 5 proven ways

Broadcasting Xiaomi’s smartphone screen to a large TV screen opens up new possibilities, from watching high-resolution movies to showing presentations or games. However, not everyone knows how to set up this connection correctly, especially if the TV and phone work on different platforms. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting, from Miracast and Google Cast wireless protocols to wired connection via HDMI.

Xiaomi phones (including Redmi, POCO and flagship series) have the advantage of supporting multiple broadcast standards at the same time, which means you can choose the best option depending on the TV model (e.g. Samsung, LG, Sony Bravia or Xiaomi Mi TV) and the interfaces available. It is important to consider that the stability of the connection depends not only on the settings, but also on the version of the MIUI firmware – in new versions (starting with MIUI 12), the connection algorithms have been optimized.

1. Preparation of the telephone and TV for broadcasting

Before you start setting up, make sure both devices meet the minimum requirements. For Xiaomi phones, these are:

• 📱 Version. MIUI 10 for Miracast or 12 for Google Cast).
• 🔋 Battery charge of at least 30% – broadcast actively consumes energy.
• 📶 Connecting to a single Wi-Fi network (for most ways).

For the TV, check:

• 📺 Miracast support (usually available on models after 2016) or Chromecast (built-in or via the console).
• 🔄 Updated software (especially relevant for Samsung Tizen and the Samsung Tizen) LG webOS).
• 🔌 Free port HDMI (If you are planning a wired connection).

If your TV doesn't support wireless standards, you can use external adapters like Mi TV Stick or Google Chromecast, which connect to the HDMI port and add Google Cast even to older models.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi phones with MediaTek processors (such as the Redmi Note 10) may not support Miracast due to chipset limitations.

2. Method 1: Wireless broadcast via Miracast

Miracast is a wireless image standard that works without an internet connection, and is built into most modern Xiaomi TVs and phones, with the main advantage of minimal latency, which is important for gaming or watching videos.

To enable the broadcast:

1. On your TV, activate Miracast mode (usually in the Sources → Screen Mirroring or Network → Miracast menu).
2. On Xiaomi phone, open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Screen Broadcast.
3. Select your TV from the list of available devices.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

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

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📡 Turn off Bluetooth – it can cause interference.
• 🔧 Update the firmware of the TV (especially relevant for Samsung and the Internet) LG).

Television and phone in the same Wi-Fi network (if required)

Screen Mirroring is on the TV.

Power saving mode on the phone is off

Distance between devices not more than 5 meters-->

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (e.g, POCO X3) Miracast can be called Wireless Display or Cast. If you don't find a item in the settings, search the menu.

Method 2: Broadcasting via Google Cast (Chromecast)

Google Cast is a technology from Google that allows you to stream content from your phone to your TV through apps (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos), unlike Miracast, it doesn't transfer the entire screen, but only content from supported apps.

Instructions for Xiaomi phones:

1. Make sure your TV supports Google Cast (built-in or via Chromecast).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Open an app that supports broadcasting (e.g. YouTube).
4. Click on the Cast icon (usually in the top right corner) and select your TV.

If the Cast icon is not displayed:

• 🔄 Update the application to the latest version.
• 📱 Check if access to the local network is blocked in the settings MIUI (Settings → Annexes → Special rights → Access to the local network).
• 🔧 Restart your router – sometimes problems are related to settings DHCP.

Important: On Xiaomi phones with MIUI 13 shell and later, Google Cast may conflict with the built-in broadcast manager. In this case, use the Google Home app to force the connection.

Method 3: Wired connection via HDMI

If wireless methods are unstable or you need minimal response time (for example, for gaming), use a wired connection via an adapter. USB-C → HDMI. This method is universal and works on all TVs with a port. HDMI.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (for example, Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI Adapter).
• 📺 Cable HDMI (It usually comes with an adapter).
• 🔋 Power supply for the phone (broadcast drains the battery faster).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port of the phone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV with an HDMI cable.
3. On your TV, select the HDMI signal source (usually the Source or Input button on the remote).
4. The phone may have a request to select the display mode – choose Duplicate screen or Expand screen.

Advantages of wired connection:

• 🎮 Minimal latency (important for high-resolution games and video).
• 📶 It does not depend on the quality of the Wi-Fi signal.
• 🔋 You can charge your phone at the same time via an adapter with a port USB.

5. Method 4: Broadcast via the Mi Home app (for Xiaomi Mi TV)

If you have a Xiaomi Mi TV, you can use the Mi Home app for streaming, which is optimized specifically for the Xiaomi ecosystem and provides a stable connection.

How to set up:

1. Install the Mi Home app on your phone from Google Play or App Gallery.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Mi Account.
3. Add the TV to the app via Add the device → TV.
4. After connecting, select the option Broadcast screen in the device menu.

Features of this method:

• 🔄 Automatic definition of TV in a local network.
• 🎛️ The ability to control the TV from the phone (volume, channels).
• 📡 Supports broadcasting in resolution to 4K (if the TV supports).

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If the broadcast through Mi Home lags, try in the router settings to highlight static IP-Address for TV and phone, which will reduce delays when connecting.

Method 5: Using DLNA to Transfer Media Files

DLNA is a protocol for transferring media files (photos, videos, music) between devices on a local network, unlike Miracast or Google Cast, it only broadcasts files, not the entire screen.

How to set up on Xiaomi:

1. On your TV, turn on the DLNA function (usually in the Network → DLNA or Multimedia menu).
2. On your phone, install a media management app like Mi File Manager or BubbleUPnP.
3. In the app, select a file to broadcast and click Send to → [Your TV's name].

Advantages of DLNA:

• 🎵 Supports almost all video and audio formats.
• 📂 You can stream entire folders with files.
• 🔄 No Internet connection (works on a local network).

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 Does not broadcast the screen in full (media files only).
• 🐢 There may be delays in the playback of heavy files (e.g, 4K HDR).

7. Solving common problems

The broadcast may not work. Here are the most common problems and solutions:

Problem 1: The TV doesn’t appear in the list of available devices.

• 🔄 Restart the router and both devices.
• 📡 Check that your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not the guest network!).
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware and MIUI phone-on.

Problem 2: The image is lagging or slowing down.

• 📶 Switch to 5 GHz Wi-Fi frequency (if the router supports the).
• 📵 Reduce the distance between the phone and the TV.
• 🔋 Close the background apps on your phone (they consume resources).

Problem 3: There is no sound when broadcasting.

• 🔊 Check the TV's audio settings (possibly the wrong source is selected).
• 📱 In the broadcast settings on the phone, turn on the option to Transmit sound.
• 🔌 If you use HDMI, Try another cable.

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If neither of these methods works, check to see if the antivirus or VPN on your phone is blocking the broadcast, turn them off temporarily and try to connect again.

8. Comparison of broadcasting methods: which one to choose?

The choice of method depends on your tasks and equipment. Below the table will help you determine:

For most users, the best option is Google Cast (if you want content from apps) or Miracast (if you want full-screen duplication). HDMI.

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