How to turn on and configure channels on Xiaomi TV: from digital TV to digital TV IPTV

Xiaomi TVs have long ceased to be just “big screens” – they have turned into full-fledged media centers with support for digital terrestrial TV (DVB-T2), satellite (DVB-S2) and IPTV. However, even the owners of flagship models like Mi. TV Q2 or Redmi Smart TV X sometimes faces problems: channels are not found, list is empty, signal is constantly interrupted. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to configure channels, from basic automatic search to manual sorting and solving typical errors.

It is important to understand that the configuration algorithm depends on the type of connection (antenna, satellite, Internet) and the broadcast region. For example, in Russia, to receive 20 free digital channels (the “first multiplex”), it is enough to connect a decimeter antenna and start an auto-search. IPTV You will need a support provider IGMP or HTTP-We're going to look at all the scenarios, from simple to complex, with PatchWall and Google firmware in mind. TV (new-model).

1. Preparing Xiaomi TV to set up channels

Before you start looking for channels, make sure your Mi is yours. TV It's ready for this process. Neglect of preparation is the main reason why users get errors like "No signal" or "Search is not complete».

Here's what you have to do:

• 📶 Connect an antenna or cable. Use it for on-air TV. DVB-T2 For cable, check that the provider has activated the digital TV service in your personal account.
• ⚡ Check the power. Make sure the TV is connected to the network via the original power supply (especially for Mi models). TV 4S mi TV 4A, where unstable voltage can knock down the settings).
• 🔄 Update your firmware. Go to Settings. → On TV. → Update the system and install the latest patches. Older versions of the software (until 2022) had bugs with manual channel search.
• 📡 Set up the region. Set up the settings. → Language and region, select your country. This affects the list of available frequencies for auto search.

If you are connecting a satellite dish, check:

• 🛰️ The direction of the plate (should be oriented to the satellite, for example, Yamal 402 for Russia).
• 🔌 Connection LNB-plug-in DVB-S on the TV (on the back panel is usually signed).
• 📶 Signal level in the Settings menu → Channels → Satellite → Signal level (must be at least 70%).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with Google TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2023) Channel settings menu hidden deeper - it should be searched in Settings → Device and preferences → In older PatchWall models, the path is shorter: Settings → Channels.

2. Automatic search of the air (DVB-T2) channel

This is the easiest way to set up 20 free digital channels (first and second multiplexes) or analog TV (if it still broadcasts in your area), autosearch is suitable for 90% of users, but only if the antenna is properly connected and the signal is stable.

Step instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → Channels → On-air TV.
2. Select Automatic Search.
3. Specify the signal type: 📟 Digital (DVB-T2) — for modern broadcasting (recommended). 📼 Analog – if your area has not yet turned off old channels. 🔄 Digital + Analog – Combined search (longer in time).

Start

After searching, the TV stores all the channels found in the list. If some channels do not show (for example, Channel One or Russia 1), try:

• 🔍 Repeat the search with a different signal type.
• 📶 Check the antenna – it may not catch all frequencies (try to turn or move closer to the window).
• 🔧 Reset channel settings in Settings → Channels → Reset.

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On new Xiaomi TVs (2023-2026), the Quick Search option appeared in the search menu. It works 2 times faster than the standard one, but can skip weak channels. If you want to find all available channels, choose Full Search.

Manual addition of channels: when the search engine is not working

If the automatic search didn't find any channels or missed a part (for example, there is no Match TV or TNT), you will have to configure the channels manually.

• 🏙️ Cities with non-standard broadcast frequencies (for example, Moscow uses different frequencies than regions).
• 📡 Users with weak signal when autosearch "cannot see" channels.
• 🔧 Owners of old TV sets (Mi) TV 3S, Mi TV 4) where the search engine is not operating smoothly.

Instructions for manual adjustment:

1. Go to Settings. → Channels → On-air TV → Manual setting.
2. Choose Digital (DVB-T2).
3. Enter parameters for your region (example for Moscow): Frequency: 546 MHz (channel 30) Flow speed: 8 Mbps Modulation: 256 QAM
4. Click Search and wait for the result.
5. Repeat for the second multiplex (e.g. 498 MHz for Moscow).

Where to get frequencies for your area?

• 🌍 On the RTRS website (enter your city in search of the site).
• 📱 In the mobile application "Telegid" (available for Android/iOS).
• 📞 Check with your local cable TV provider.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with Google firmware TV (model 2023+ The manual channel settings can be hidden, so to open the channel, you first need to run an auto search, and then click on "Add manually" in the search results».

4.Tune in. IPTV Xiaomi TV: connection via internet

If you want to watch channels via the Internet (for example, from the provider Rostelecom, MTS or Wink), you will need to configure the data. IPTV. Unlike on-air TV, here the signal is transmitted over the network, and the quality depends on the speed of your Internet (recommended at least 20 Mbps for the first time). HD-channel).

There are two ways to connect. IPTV Xiaomi TV:

Method 1: Through the built-in Live app TV

1. Open the Settings. → Channels → IPTV.
2. Select Add Playlist.
3. Enter. URL playlist (example for Rostelecom): http://tvonline.rt.ru/playlist.m3u
4. Click Save and wait for the list of channels to load.

Method 2: Through third-party applications

If the built-in player does not support your playlist (for example, with authorization), install one of the applications:

• 📺 SS IPTV (supportive M3U and EPG).
• 🌍 Lazy IPTV (user-friendly interface, but requires manual download of the playlist).
• 🔴 TiviMate (paid but with better channel management).

To install the application:

1. Open Google Play on your TV.
2. Find the right application and install it.
3. Download the playlist (.m3u file) via Settings → Import of playlist.

⚠️ Note: Some providers (e.g. Tricolor or NTV-Plus) block access to the Internet IPTV In this case, use the official software of the provider or CAM-module (for satellite TV).

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5. Sorting, editing and deleting channels

After searching for channels, their list is often chaotic: first go radio stations, then go to radio stations. HD-Channel versions, and then the main ones (e.g. First, Russia, NTV) to organize the list, use the built-in editor.

How to sort channels:

1. Go to Settings. → Channels → Channel management.
2. Select the channel you want to move and click. OK remote.
3. Use the buttons. ↑/↓ move the channel up or down.
4. To remove the unnecessary channel, select it and press the Red button (or Menu). → Delete).

Additional settings:

• 🔖 Change the channel name: select the channel → Menu → Rename.
• 🔒 Block the channel (for children): Menu → Blocking (required to be installed) PIN).
• 📁 Create channels (e.g., “Sports”, “Children’s”): Settings → Channels → Channel groups.

On Xiaomi TVs with firmware 2023+ The feature "Favorites" appeared in the year - you can add frequently viewed channels to a separate list (available through the button). FAV remote).

6. Solving Channel Issues on Xiaomi TV

If the channels don't show if the sound is lost or if the image is frozen, there can be different reasons, from a faulty antenna to a firmware failure, and let's look at the typical errors and how to fix them.

Problem 1: No signal or channels found

Possible causes and solutions:

• 📡 Weak antenna signal: Check the cable connection to the connector DVB-T2. Use a signal amplifier (if the antenna is passive) and turn the antenna towards the TV tower (check the direction on the RTRS website).
• 🔌 Cable problems: Replace the cable with a new one (recommended) RG-6 Check if the cable is bent near the connectors.
• 🔧 Firmware failure: Reset channel settings: Settings → Channels → Reset. Update your TV to the latest software version.

Problem 2: The channels are slowing or freezing (for the purpose of IPTV)

This is most often due to the Internet or overload of the provider’s server:

• 📶 Check the Internet speed (should be at least 15-20 Mbit / s for HD).
• 🔄 Restart router and TV.
• 🛠️ If you use Wi-Fi, switch to a wired connection (LAN).
• 📡 Try another playlist (check the current one with the provider).

Problem 3: There is no sound on some channels

This is a typical problem for Xiaomi. TV when viewing channels in format AC3 (Dolby Digital. Solutions:

• 🔊 Go to Settings. → Sound. → Sound format and select PCM (Auto or Dolby).
• 🔄 Restart the TV.
• 📋 If the problem is only on one channel, check its settings (it may be broadcasting in a non-supported format).

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If the channels are gone after resetting, try rolling back the firmware to the previous version. To do this, download the old firmware from the Xiaomi Support site and install it through the previous version. USB (Instructions in the section "Updating the system»).

7. Alternative ways to watch TV on Xiaomi

If setting channels through built-in tools seems difficult or does not work, consider alternative options:

1. Streaming services

Platforms like Wink, Kion or Okko offer legal access to hundreds of channels in high quality.

• 📺 No need for an antenna or cable – internet is enough.
• 🔍 Easy search and recording of transmissions.
• 🎬 Access to the program archive (for example, you can see the news release from the previous day).

Minus – monthly subscription (from 200-500 rubles).

2. Prefixes and external tuners

If the Xiaomi TV has a broken tuner or it does not support the desired standard (for example, the device is not compatible with the standard, DVB-S2 for satellite TV, you can connect an external device:

• 📡 Satellite receiver (e.g., satellite receiver, GS U510 or General Satellite).
• 📦 Digital box (for DVB-T2, if the TV is old).
• 🎮 Android TV-boxing (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Box S) IPTV.

They're connected through HDMI, a control is carried out from the TV remote (if supported) CEC).

3. Mirror from a phone or PC

If you need to watch the transmission urgently and the channels are not configured, you can stream the image from another device:

• 📱 From your phone: use Google Cast (built into YouTube, Wink, etc.) or Miracast.
• 💻 From your computer: via Chrome (click Broadcast in the browser menu) or programs like ApowerMirror.

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If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t catch channels despite all attempts, check to see if the broadcasting in your region is offline. Since 2026, the switch to digital TV only has begun in some regions of Russia, and analog channels are no longer broadcasting.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up channels on Xiaomi TV