Connecting Xiaomi remote to TV: all ways to sync (2026)

Lost connection between the remote and the Xiaomi TV? Or bought a new universal remote and do not know how to tie it? Problems with control of TV over the remote control is one of the most frequent complaints of users, but they are solved for the sake of the Internet. 5-10 In this article, we'll look at all the current ways to connect to the original Mi remotes. TV, and third-party devices (including remotes from other brands).

Feature of Xiaomi TVs – support for several types of connection: Bluetooth LE, Infrared port (IR) and proprietary Mi Remote protocol, and the synchronization algorithm depends on the model of the remote and the year of TV production. TV 4S/4A (2018-2020 d. often require manual reset before connection, and new models (Mi) TV Q2 2023 and newer) support automatic binding via Mi Home.

If your remote control stopped responding after updating your firmware or replacing your batteries, don't rush to buy a new one. 80 percent of the time, the problem is solved by software reset or reconnection. Below you'll find step-by-step instructions for all scenarios, including rare errors like Error. 0x12 (No response from the remote control or Bluetooth Pairing Failed.

How to determine the type of your Xiaomi remote

Before you start connecting, it’s important to understand what kind of remote you’re holding, and the synchronization method depends on it. Xiaomi’s remotes are divided into 3 main categories:

🔹 Original Bluetooth remotes (e.g. Mi) TV Remote or Mi Bluetooth Voice Remote – Wirelessly connected, supports voice input, and often comes bundled with Q, P, or TV series ES. Work at a distance of up to 10 meters without line of sight.

🔹 Infrared panels - use light signal, require direct view of TV. TV 4A, Mi TV 4S) And universal remotes from third-party brands, up to 8 meters.

🔹 Hybrid remotes (Bluetooth) + IR — combine both types of communication. For example, Xiaomi Mi TV Master Remote can control not only the TV, but also other equipment (air conditioning, audio system) through IR, and TV is connected via Bluetooth.

📌 How to distinguish Bluetooth from IR?

• 🔋 On the back of the Bluetooth remote there is a reset button (tiny hole with the inscription). RESET), And the IR remote doesn't have it.
• 📶 Bluetooth remotes have a connection indicator (blinks blue/white when searching for TV).
• 📺 IR panels work only when directed to the TV, and Bluetooth – even from another room (if there is no interference).

⚠️ Note: Remotes from Xiaomi Mi Box or Mi Stick are not compatible with Xiaomi TVs without additional settings. They can only be connected via Universal remote in the TV settings.

Connecting the original Xiaomi Bluetooth remote

If your remote and Xiaomi TV are from the same set, sync is usually automatically activated when you first turn on, but if communication is lost (for example, after replacing batteries or resetting the TV), follow the following steps:

🔧 Connection algorithm:

1. Turn on the TV with a button on the case (if the remote does not respond).
2. Make sure that the remote has working batteries (press any button - the indicator should light up).
3. Press and hold the Menu buttons. + OK (back + Home for new models) for 5 seconds until the indicator flashes blue and red.
4. On the TV, go to Settings. → Devices → Bluetooth and remotes → Add the remote.
5. Select your remote from the list of found devices (usually displayed as Mi Remote). XXX).
6. Confirm the pairing on TV and remote (click) OK on the remote when the request appears).

✅ Signs of a successful connection:

• 🔵 The indicator on the remote stops flashing and burns blue (or goes out).
• 📺 On the TV screen appears notification Remote connected.
• 🎮 The remote buttons start to respond to the presses (check volume or switch channels).

⚠️ Warning: If the TV doesn't find the remote, try resetting Bluetooth settings to TV:

1. Go to Settings. → System system → Resetting and remediation → Resetting Bluetooth settings.
2. After restarting the TV, repeat the connection procedure.

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Synchronization of the IR remote with the Xiaomi TV

Infrared remotes are easier to connect, but require direct visibility between the remote and the receiver on the TV (usually located at the bottom of the case), and if your remote is not original (such as Samsung or universal), you must first program it.

🔍 Connecting the original IR-cooler Xiaomi:

1. Point the remote to the TV from a distance 1-2 square.
2. Press and hold the Menu buttons. + Volume+ within 3 seconds.
3. The indicator on the remote should blink 2 times - this is a signal to start synchronization.
4. Press any button (for example, OK) — If the TV reacts, the remote is ready to go.

🛠 Configuring a universal IR panel:

If you’re using a remote from another brand (such as Huayu or One For All), follow these steps:

1. Find the code for Xiaomi TVs (usually a 4- or 5-digit number) in the instructions to the remote. For Xiaomi, the most common codes are: 0178, 0512, 1178.
2. Activate the programming mode on the remote (usually the button is held). SET or CODE flashing).
3. Enter the code for Xiaomi using digital buttons.
4. Point the remote to the TV and press Power – if the TV is turned off, the code is correct.

📊 Table of codes for popular universal remotes:

⚠️ Warning: If the universal remote doesn’t work after you enter the code, try autosearch:

1. Hold the SET until the indicator flashes.
2. Press Power and hold until the TV is turned off (may take up to 2 minutes).
3. Save the code found (usually with a button) OK).

Connecting the remote via the Mi Home app

Xiaomi's modern TVs (starting with Mi) TV Q1G 2021 and later) support control via a smartphone with the Mi Home app, which is convenient if the original remote is lost or broken.

📱 Instructions for connection:

1. Download the Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS).
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required!).
3. Click Add Device (+) → Select Television Category.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions: The app will prompt you to connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the TV.
5. After successful pairing, a virtual remote with main buttons will appear in the application.

🎛 The virtual remote in Mi Home:

• 🔊 Volume control and channel switching.
• 📁 Quick access to apps (Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video).
• 🔍 Voice search (if TV supports Google Assistant).
• ⚙️ Fast settings (brightness, sound mode).

⚠️ Note: The virtual remote in Mi Home does not replace the physical completely - some features (such as color setting or game mode) may not be available.

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Solving problems with connecting the remote

If the remote doesn't connect at all times, the reasons can be both software and hardware.-5 errors and ways of eliminating them.

🛑 1. The remote does not respond at all (no indication)

• 🔋 Check the batteries: even if they're new, the contacts could have oxidized.
• 🔧 If the remote is original, try resetting it: find the button RESET on the back panel and press it with a paper clip for 10 seconds.
• 📺 Make sure the IR receiver on the TV is not closed (for example, if the TV is hanging on the bracket too close to the wall).

🛑 2. the remote is connected, but the buttons are not working correctly

• 🔄 Reset the remote settings in the TV menu: Settings → Devices → Remotes → Reset the remote.
• 📋 Reprogram the remote (for general-purpose models) with other code from the table above.
• 🛠 Update the TV firmware: outdated versions of the software may conflict with new remotes.

🛑 3. Bluetooth Pairing Failed Error

• 📱 Remove the remote from the list of connected devices on TV and reconnect.
• 🔄 Restart the TV (pull the plug out of the socket for 30 seconds).
• 📵 Make sure there are no sources of interference (microwaves, other Bluetooth devices) nearby.

🛑 4.The remote works only near the TV.

• 📶 For Bluetooth remotes: check the signal level in the TV settings (Settings) → Bluetooth → If it's weak, it's possible the antenna is broken.
• 🔦 For IR remotes: clean the remote lens and receiver on TV from dust (use a cotton swab).

🛑 5.After the firmware update, the remote stopped working

• 🔙 Remove the TV firmware to the previous version (if available).
• 📥 Reset the TV to factory settings: Settings → System system → Resetting and remediation → Resetting all settings.
• 📧 Contact Xiaomi with error logs (you can get them in Settings) → System system → Book of errors).

Critical information: If the remote is not connected after the TV is reset and the No Signal error is on the screen, this may indicate a hardware malfunction of the Bluetooth module, in which case repair is required at the service center.

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90% of Xiaomi remote problems are solved by resetting the remote or TV settings, and only 10% of cases require a replacement device.

Alternative ways to control Xiaomi TV

If the remote is not connected, alternative controls can be used, and they can be useful in everyday use (for example, for quick content search).

🖱 1.Mouse and keyboard via Bluetooth

• Connect a wireless mouse or keyboard via Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
• Use the mouse to navigate the menu (convenient for text input).
• The keyboard supports hot keys: Win + S for search, F5 renewal.

🎮 2.Game gamepad

• Connect Xiaomi Game Controller or Gamepad from Xbox/Sony Bluetooth.
• In games and some applications (for example, Kodi), the gamepad can replace the remote.

🗣 Voice control

• Activate Google Assistant (for Android TV) TV): Hold the microphone button on the remote or say OK, Google.
• Examples of commands: Turn on Netflix Volume Up 20% Find the movie "Interstellar"

📱 4. Remote control via Mi Remote (for smartphone)

• Download the Mi Remote app (different from Mi Home!).
• Select the type of device (TV) → Xiaomi) and follow the synchronization instructions.
• The application supports IR control, so it works even without Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Warning: When using alternative control methods, turn off the energy-saving mode on the TV (Settings) → Energy conservation → Standby regime → Turn it off, otherwise the TV may be disconnected from the input devices via 5-10 minutes of inactivity.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi remote

This section provides answers to the most popular questions, and if your problem isn’t here, check the official documentation for your TV model or contact us for support.