How to set up a broadcast on a Xiaomi TV: from terrestrial TV to streaming services

Introduction: Why streaming on Xiaomi TV It may not work the first time.

Xiaomi TVs (including Mi models) TV 4S, Mi TV Q1, Redmi Smart TV And the Mi prefixes. TV Stick) supports several types of broadcasts (DVB-T2), cable (DVB-C), satellite (DVB-S) But users often face problems with their first connection, from lack of signal to login errors in streaming services. The reason lies in incorrect signal source settings, outdated firmware or conflict between external devices (for example, receiver and built-in tuner).

In this article, we will analyze all ways to enable broadcasting - from connecting the antenna to setting up. IPTV We will pay special attention to the hidden tuner settings in Android-based firmware. TV 9/10, If your TV doesn't find channels or freezes in the scanning phase, you'll find the solutions below.

1. TV Preparation: Compatibility Checking and Software Update

Before setting up the broadcast, make sure your Xiaomi model is TV It supports the right kind of broadcasting, like Mi. TV Stick doesn't have a built-in DVB-T2-tuner - on-air TV will require an external receiver. Below is a table of compatibility of popular devices:

If your model is in the table, but the broadcast does not work, update the firmware:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check Updates and wait for the download (with stable Wi-Fi).
3. After installation, restart the TV with the power button on the remote.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi models TV 4A (2018–2019) after upgrading to Android 9, the tuner menu may disappear. In this case, a reset to factory settings is required (Settings) → The device → Reset).

2. antenna connection: choice of cable and connectors

For cable or on-air broadcasting, you will need:

• 📶 Supported antenna DVB-T2 (for air) or DVB-C (cable-TV).
• 🔌 Cable RG-6 75 ohms wave resistance (not to be confused with network cable!).
• 🔄 F-connector for connecting to the TV (complete with the antenna is usually an adapter).

Instructions for connection:

1. Insert antenna cable in port ANT IN on the back of the TV (usually marked in white or black).
2. Twisting the F-connector clockwise to the point - an untwisted connector leads to interference.
3. If you use a signal amplifier, plug it into the socket before turning on the TV.

Make sure the antenna is pointed at the tower (use the RTRC coverage map)

Disable other devices connected to HDMI (may interfere)

Check the integrity of the cable (insulation inflections or damages)

Select the right signal source in the TV menu (ANT, not HDMI!)

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To check the signal level:

1. Press the Home button on the remote.
2. Select Settings → Channels → Manual scanning.
3. Look at signal strength and quality. Optimal: >70% and >80.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi models TV firmware MIUI TV 3.0+ low-signal (<50%) The solution is to use an active amplifier antenna (powered by a power source). USB-port).

3. Set up the air (DVB-T2) cable (DVB-C) broadcasting

After connecting the antenna, perform an automatic scan:

1. Open the Settings. → Channels → Search engine.
2. Select the signal type: Etheric (DVB-T2) — for digital TV (20 channels in Russia (DVB-C) — if connected to the operator (Rostelecom, MTS, etc.).

Russia

Belarus

Kazakhstan

Scan.

If no channels are found:

• 🔍 Check if the menu includes only digital channels (analog broadcasting in Russia is disabled since 2019).
• 📡 Manually add multiplex frequencies for your region (list on the RTRS website).
• 🔄 Restart the TV and repeat the scan.

For cable TV (DVB-C) need to:

• 📄 Check with the provider parameters: Symbolic speed (for example, 6875 ks/s). Transponder frequencies (channel list). QAM-modulation (usually) 256 QAM).
• 🔐 Enter this data in manual scanning mode.

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If after scanning part of the channels does not show, try to disable the option Power Saving Mode in the tuner settings - it may limit the performance of the decoder.

4.Tune in. IPTV through apps and built-in player

If you are connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or cable), you can configure it. IPTV — There are two ways to do that:

Method 1: Built-in IPTV-player (for firmware) MIUI TV 2.0+)

1. Open the Settings. → Channels → IPTV.
2. Select Add Playlist and Enter URL from the provider (example: http://provider.tv/playlist.m3u).
3. Specify the playlist type: M3U and keep.
4. Restart the TV – channels will appear in the section TV mainscreen.

Method 2: Third-party applications

If the built-in player does not support your playlist, install one of the applications:

• 📺 SS IPTV — supportive M3U and EPG (transmission).
• 🎬 TiviMate is the best interface for IPTV (Requires subscription for premium functions).
• 🌍 Lazy IPTV — free, but with advertising.

Instructions for SS IPTV:

1. Download the app from Google Play (on the remote click Apps) → Search → SS IPTV).
2. Open the app and select Add Playlist. → Enter. URL.
3. Insert a link.m3u-file (which must be provided by the provider).
4. Click Update – the channels will load within 1-2 minutes.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with Android firmware TV 9 annexes IPTV The solution is to enable the installation from unknown sources: Settings → Security → Unknown sources and allow installation for the browser.

5. Streaming services: Netflix, YouTube, Kinopoisk

To view streaming services (Netflix, YouTube, OKKO etc.) on Xiaomi TV No antenna required – a fairly stable Internet (from 10 Mbps for Full) HD). But there are nuances:

• 🎥 Netflix officially supports only Widevine-certified models L1 (Mi TV Q1/Q2, Redmi Smart TV X 2022+). On older TVs, the app will show an error M7111-5059.
• 📺 YouTube may be slowed down due to Android restrictions TV. The solution is to install a version of YouTube TV Google Play.
• 🎬 Kinopoisk HD requires an active subscription account. Some firmware does not have voice search.

If the annex is not installed:

1. Check the Google account region (should match the country of use).
2. Clear the Google Play cache: Settings → Annexes → Google Play → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
3. Update Google Play Services manually through Settings → Annexes → Google Play Services → Update.

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On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 3.0+ Streaming services work more stable if you turn off the option Adaptive brightness in the screen settings - this reduces the load on the processor.

6 Problem Solving: No signal, freeze, errors

If the broadcast does not start, use the checklist:

To diagnose hardware problems:

1. Turn off the TV for 1 minute, then turn it on again.
2. Reset the tuner settings: Settings → Channels → Resetting settings.
3. If the image is “split” into pixels, check it. HDMI-cables – they can interfere with the antenna signal.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi models TV 4A (2018) when connecting to DVB-C there may be an error E102 — This means that the tuning does not support QAM-1024. Solution – request a playlist with modulation from the provider QAM-256.

7. Alternative broadcasting methods: Miracast, DLNA, USB

If standard methods do not work, consider alternatives:

• 📱 Miracast (Wireless Display) – broadcast screen from phone to TV. TV Android 8+. For activation: On TV: Settings → Connections → Miracast. On your smartphone: Settings → Screen. → Wireless display.

DLNA

Mi Media Center

USB-recorder

MP4

MKV

TS

4K@30fps

For Miracast:

• Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• On some models, Redmi Smart TV A-series) Miracast only works when it is turned off VPN.
• If the image is lagging, reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the settings of the smartphone.

On the Mi consoles. TV Stick recording is impossible – use a smartphone with the Screen Recorder app and broadcast the screen on Miracast.