You bought a new Xiaomi TV and faced the need to find a new one. QR-code -- but you don't know where to look for it -- this problem is familiar to many owners of smart TVs from a Chinese brand. QR-The code may be used to connect to the Mi Home app, activate smart home features, register warranty, or even diagnose the device through a service center. Unfortunately, Xiaomi does not always put it in a prominent place, and this information is often overlooked in instructions.
In this article, we will look at all possible places where you can find yourself. QR-code on Xiaomi Mi TVs TV, Redmi Smart TV And the other models of the brand, from the box to the hidden menus of the system, you will also learn which Xiaomi models have no physical features at all. QR-code on the case (and what to do in this case), how to generate it yourself and what it can be useful for in addition to the standard binding to the account.
1. Where to look. QR-code on the body of the Xiaomi TV
Let’s start with the most obvious – the physical location of the sticker with the QR-Most Xiaomi models have it on the back, but there are nuances depending on the series and year of release.
On the Mi TV 4S, Mi TV 4A, Mi TV 4X and Redmi Smart TV X, the sticker is usually located:
- 📍 Down at the bottom on the back panel (near the ports) HDMI/USB). Often hidden under the leg if the TV is mounted on the countertop.
- 📍 On the top left, models with a metal body (for example, Mi). TV Q1 or Mi TV Q2).
- 📍 Under the Xiaomi logo – on some budget models (for example, Redmi) TV A55).
- 📍 On the side of the edge - at ultrathin TVs (series Mi) TV 5 Pro).
If you can't see the sticker, check it in bright light -- sometimes it's made with transparent glue and blends with black plastic. QR-The code can be taped with a protective film (it must be carefully removed).
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs from 2023 to 2026 (e.g. Mi) TV A Pro or Xiaomi TV 65'' 4K) The manufacturer has begun to abandon the physical QR-If your model is fresh, go to the section on code generation through the menu.
2. QR-box-code and documentation
If there's no sticker on the case, check the delivery kit.In the box with the Xiaomi TV QR-The code can be in three places:
- The sticker on the box itself is usually on the end or bottom (where the serial number is indicated).
- Warranty card – on the back often printed QR-code next to the model data.
- Booklet with a quick start – the setup instructions may contain a page with a code to connect to Mi Home.
If the box is lost and there are no stickers on the TV, try looking for the documentation in electronic form. TV P1 downloadable PDF-Instructions on Xiaomi's official website on the way: Support → Televisions → [Your model] → Documents.
3. How to generate QR-TV-code
Xiaomi models 2022 and newer (e.g. Xiaomi) TV 6, Redmi Smart Fire TV) Often they do not have a physical QR-It's code, but it can be generated in settings:
- Turn on the TV and go to Settings → Account and Security.
- Select Mi Account (or Xiaomi Account).
- Click Add Device or Connect to Mi Home.
- It'll appear on screen. QR-code scanning through the Mi Home app.
If this item is not, try an alternative path: Settings → On TV. → Device information → QR-service-code.
☑️ Pre-generation check QR-code
The generated code is valid for a limited time (usually 5-10 minutes) If you do not have time to scan, update the page or restart the TV.
⚠️ Note: Some firmware (e.g. PatchWall version below 3.0) QR-The code in the menu may not show up, and then you can reset to factory settings or update software.
4.What is it for? QR-Xiaomi TV
QR-The code on a Xiaomi TV isn't just a way to link to an account, it does a few things:
| Appointment | Wherever used | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tie to Mi Home | Control via smartphone, voice assistant | Scheduled on/off |
| Activation of the guarantee | Xiaomi official website or service center | Verification of the warranty service period |
| Diagnosis of malfunctions | Service centers, support for Xiaomi | Definition of the model and version of the software for repair |
| Connecting to a smart home | Google Home, Alice (Yandex) | Integration with lighting sensors |
| Firmware update | Service utilities (e.g. Mi TV Assistant) | Installation of beta versions of the software |
For example, when connecting to Mi Home QR-code:
- 🎮 Controlling the TV from your phone like a remote control.
- 🔊 Configure voice control via Alice or Google Assistant.
- 📱 Receive notifications of new software updates.
- 🔧 Reset the device remotely.
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If QR-The code isn't scanned, try to brighten your TV screen or use a flashlight on your phone to light up. Sometimes cleaning your smartphone camera from dirt helps.
5. What to do if QR-code's nowhere.
The situation when QR-code is not on the case, nor in the documents, nor in the menu, is found by the owners:
- 📺 Xiaomi TVs for the Chinese market (models with a prefix) CN titled).
- 📺 Devices purchased from hand without original packaging.
- 📺 Models with custom firmware (for example, after flashing on Android) TV).
There are three ways out:
- Contact Xiaomi Support: - Write to the chat on the site mi.com/support, specifying the serial number (located on the sticker at the back or in the Settings menu → About TV). - Attach a photo of the TV and box (if any).
- Use serial number: In some cases, to link to Mi Home, it is enough to enter the serial number manually (Add manually in the app).
- Reset the TV to factory settings: - Go to Settings → System system → Reset and select Delete all data. QR-The code may appear in the account menu.
How to find a serial number without a sticker?
6. Frequent errors in scanning QR-code
Even if you found it. QR-code, when scanning, you can have problems. Here are the most common errors and their solutions:
| Mistake. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Code's unrecognizable. | Too dim screen or dirt on the camera | Increase the brightness of the TV, wipe the camera of the phone |
| "Device not supported" | An outdated version of Mi Home | Update the app in Google Play/App Store |
| QR-code leads to Chinese site | The model for the PRC market | Change your Mi Account region to “Russia” or “Global” |
| "Code expired" | QR-dynamic code (from the menu) | Update the code in TV settings |
If the scanner says, "This device is already linked to another account," the TV has been used by another user before.
- Go to Settings → Account and Security → Mi Account.
- Click Unplug Device (it may be necessary to enter a password from a previous account).
- If the password is unknown, reset the TV to the factory settings.
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If you buy a TV from hand, make sure to check before buying if it is untied from your previous Xiaomi account, otherwise you will not be able to use the functions of a smart home.
7. Alternative ways of connecting without QR-code
If you find or generate QR-The code failed, you can connect the Xiaomi TV to the smart system in other ways:
- 🔗 Through Bluetooth: - Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and TV (Settings) → Connections → Bluetooth. - In the Mi Home app, select Add Device → Manually. → Televisions and follow instructions.
- 🔗 Over LAN: - Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. - In Mi Home, click Add Device → Searching the web.
- 🔗 Through infrared port (for older models): - Use the TV remote to sync with the Mi Remote app.
For Android TV models (such as Mi TV Stick or Xiaomi TV Box), you can use Google Cast: Settings → Connections → Google Cast → Enable.
If nothing helps, the last option remains - manual binding. MAC-address:
- Find out. MAC-TV address in Settings → On TV. → Status.
- In the Mi Home app, select Add Device → Other ways → Enter. MAC-address.