How to turn on Xiaomi TV: 5 working ways (including emergency)

Xiaomi TVs are some of the most popular Smart TV It's a combination of price, quality and functionality, but even with this kind of technology, sometimes there are problems: the device doesn't respond to the remote, it freezes after the upgrade, or it doesn't show any signs of life. If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on, don’t panic – 90% of the time, you can fix the problem yourself.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to include Xiaomi. TV — From basic (with the remote or power button) to emergency (after reset or firmware), you will also learn what to do if the TV turns on but the screen remains black, or why the device can spontaneously turn off. TV A2, Mi TV Q2, Redmi Smart TV X, Mi TV P1 and others based on Android TV Google TV.

Before you start, check the obvious: is the TV connected to the outlet (the indicator on the body should burn or blink), is not damaged the power cable, and there are no power surges in the network. If everything is fine, read on.

1. Standard onset with the remote control

The easiest and most obvious way is to use the original remote control, but even here, there are nuances that many people don't know about.

To turn on the Xiaomi TV from the remote:

🔴 Press and hold the Power button (usually marked with a symbol) ⏻) for 1-2 seconds. on some models (for example, Mi). TV 4S) single-stroke.
🔋 If the indicator on the TV body does not respond, check the batteries in the remote. Even if they are "almost alive", replace them with new ones - discharged elements can block the signal.
📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote and the TV (glass, metal, other devices) and maximum distance for stable operation is 8 meters.
🔄 If the remote doesn’t work, try restarting it: Remove the batteries for 10 seconds, then insert back and try again.

On models with voice control (for example, Mi). TV Q1) You can turn on the TV by saying, "OK, Google, turn on the TV," or "Hi, XiaoAI, turn on the TV.

⚠️ Warning: If the remote is down or wet, its contacts may have oxidized. Rub the board inside the remote with alcohol and let it dry for 10-15 minutes before use.

📊 What remote you use for Xiaomi TV?

Original Bluetooth remote

Universal IR remote

Remote from another Xiaomi device

I'm using my smartphone.

2. Activation of the button on the TV body

If the remote is lost, broken, or discharged, there's a physical power button on the TV body, and it's positioned according to the model.

Model TV set	Positioning of the button	Type of button
Mi TV A2 / A2 Pro	Right back, under the logo.	Touch (touch)
Mi TV Q2 / Q2 Pro	Down the center, under the frame.	Mechanical (press)
Redmi Smart TV X	Left behind, near the ports HDMI	Joystick (press) + management)
Mi TV P1 / P1E	Right side, under a plastic stub.	Touch (prolonged touch)

Instructions for inclusion:

Find the power button (see table above).
For touch buttons: touch it once (do not hold it!).
For mechanical: press and hold 2-3 seconds until the indicator lights up.
If the button is a joystick (like on Redmi X), press it in the center (not up/down).

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV 4A) The power button is paired with the reset button, and if you hold it for more than 10 seconds, the TV will perform a hard reset, which will cause you to lose all settings!

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If the button on the case does not respond, try to disconnect the TV from the network for 1 minute, then turn it back on the socket and try again.

3. Enable after updating or resetting settings

If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on after updating the firmware or resetting to factory settings, the problem may be related to:

🔄 Uncompleted update (interrupted due to power outage).
📦 Damaged data in the section /cache.
🔌 Driver conflict after manual update.

To turn on the TV in this case:

Check the power indicator (must flash red)|Turn off the TV for 5 minutes.|Connect back and hold the power button for 10 seconds|If the screen is black, wait 15 minutes (possibly recovery is underway)-->

If the TV is getting stuck on the Xiaomi or Android logo TV:

Turn off the power for 1 minute.
Turn on the TV and immediately press the Power button on the remote for 10-15 seconds, which will start safe mode.
In Safe Mode, go to Settings → Warehouse → Internal memory. → Clear the cache.
Reboot the TV.

If after resetting the TV requires setting from scratch, but does not respond to the remote:

Connect. USB-keyboard USB TV-wise.
Use them to navigate the initial setup menu.
If the keyboard doesn’t work, try connecting it via Bluetooth (some models do this even without the full setup).

⚠️ Warning: If the TV turns on after the update, but the screen remains black and the sound is there, the problem is in the graphics driver. USB Recovery Mode (instructions in Section 5).

If standard methods don't work, you can try turning on the TV through the service menu. TV Care must be taken – wrong actions can lead to failure.

Instructions:

Turn off the TV.
On the remote, press the Menu buttons simultaneously. + Volume Down (or Home) + Back, depending on the model).
Without releasing the buttons, connect the TV to the outlet.
Hold the buttons for another 10-15 seconds until the service menu (usually with a blue background) appears.

On the service menu:

Select Reboot System (Reboot)
If the TV doesn’t respond, look for Factory Reset – this will delete all data, but it can return to work.
On some models, the Mi TV 4X) In the service menu there is a Fastboot Mode item - it can be used for firmware through a PC.

Combinations of buttons for logging into the service menu on different models:

Mi TV 3/4/4S: Menu + Volume Down




Mi TV Q1/Q2: Home + Back




Redmi Smart TV: Menu + Volume Up




Mi TV P1: Power + Volume Down (hold 20 seconds)

What to do if the menu is in Chinese?

If the menu is displayed in Chinese, look for the characters: - (Chóngqǐ) — restart - (Huīfù chūchǎng shèzhì) — discharge - (Kuàisù qǐdòng móshì) — Fastboot Use Google Translate with Photo Text Recognition to Translate the Screen.

5. Initiation after full discharge or voltage surge

If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on after a light out, thunderstorm or prolonged downtime, the problem may be the power supply or capacitors.

First, try the “resuscitation” of the power supply:

Turn off the TV for 10 minutes.|Check the fuse on the network cable|Connect to another outlet (not through an extension cord)|Hold the power button for 30 seconds (discharge of capacitors)-->

If the TV is not turned on anyway:

🔌 Check the fuse on the power supply board (disassembly required) on Xiaomi models, it is usually located near the entrance. 220V and marked F1 or FUSE.
🔋 If the fuse is burned (blackened or broken), replace it with a similar one (with the same parameters!).
📉 Check the capacitors on the board - if they are bloated or leaky, they need to be replaced.This is one of the most common reasons for not turning on after voltage surges.

On models with external power supply (Mi) TV Stick or some Redmi TV) check:

The integrity of the cable between the block and the TV.
The voltage at the output of the block (must correspond to the indicated on the sticker, for example, 12V 3A).
No foreign smells (the gar indicates a short circuit).

⚠️ Note: If you do not have experience with electronics, do not disassemble the power supply yourself! Contact the service center - repairing the unit will cost less than replacing the burned motherboard.

6 Remotely enable via smartphone or voice assistant

If you have a Xiaomi smartphone or a device with Google Assistant, you can try turning on the TV remotely.

Method 1: Through the Mi Home app

Install the Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS).
Sign in with the same Mi Account as you do on your TV.
Add the TV to your device list (if not already added).
In the card of the device, click on the power icon ⏻.

Method 2: Google Assistant

Say, "OK, Google, turn on [television name]."
If the TV doesn’t respond, check if it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the smartphone.
In Google Home settings, make sure the TV is added to the device list.

Method 3: via Bluetooth (for Mi Remote models)

Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone.
Open the Mi Remote app (if installed).
Select the TV from the list of connected devices.
Press the power button in the app.

If the TV doesn’t respond to remote commands, check:

📶 Internet connection (TV must be online).
🔄 Firmware updates (in some versions of the software, remote inclusion is disabled by default).
🔒 Privacy settings (in Settings) → The device → Remote control must be switched on).

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Remote switching only works if the TV is connected to the outlet and is not in full shutdown mode (for example, after reset).

Frequent problems and solutions

Let’s look at typical situations where the Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on or behaves incorrectly:

Problem.	Possible cause	Decision
The indicator is on, but the screen is black.	Problem with backlight or matrix	Light a flashlight on the screen – if the image is visible, the backlight is faulty
The TV is turned on and off immediately.	Overheating or failure of the power supply	Check the vents, clean the dust
No response to the remote and button	Maternity board malfunction	Check fuses and capacitors, contact the service
Hangs on the Xiaomi logo	Damaged firmware.	Log in to Recovery Mode and perform reset
Spontaneous on/off	Failure in timer or energy saving settings	Reset the settings in Settings → System system → Reset

If none of these methods worked, please contact the Xiaomi Authorized Service Center before visiting:

Take a picture of the TV serial number (on the back sticker).
Write down the model and firmware version (if the TV is turned on at least once).
Check if the warranty is valid (on Xiaomi models it is usually 12-24 months).

FAQ: Frequent questions

My Xiaomi. TV It turns on, but it turns off?

This is a typical sign of overheating or a power supply failure: Try: Turn off the TV for 30 minutes (to cool off), check if the air vents are clogged with dust, and if the problem persists, contact the service (maybe you need to replace the thermal paste or power supply).

After the update, the TV won't turn on. What do I do?

It's probably not the right update. Try: Hold the power button for 15 seconds (hard reboot). If it doesn't work, reset it through Recovery Mode (see section 4). USB (If after a reset the TV works, but asks to update again - do not agree until the patch with the fix of bugs comes out.

The remote is not working, and the button on the body is touch-sensitive and does not respond.

In this case: Connect USB-Keyboard to the TV, sometimes it works even without the screen on. Try to control the TV via Mi Home or Google Home (if it's connected to Wi-Fi). If nothing helps, take the remote to the workshop for inspection (possibly defective IR transmitter).

The TV turns on, but there's no image, just sound. What do we do?

This indicates a problem with the matrix or backlight.Diagnostics: Light up the flashlight on the screen - if the image is visible, the backlight is faulty (replacement is required). LED-If you don't have an image even when you're illuminated with a flashlight, you have a problem with the matrix or the plume. Try switching the signal source (e.g., with a flashlight). HDMI on TV) — If you have a picture on one of the sources, it's a problem in the port or cable. Either way, you'll need to disassemble the TV, so you'd better contact the service.

Can I turn on Xiaomi? TV without a remote and without a button on the body?

There are several ways: USB-keyboard/mouse (connect to port) USB You can use a smartphone with Mi Remote or Google Home, with a voice assistant (OK, Google, turn on the TV) and if you have the TV connected to the router, you can try turning it on via the router's web interface (if Wake-on-LAN is supported).