How to customize the image on the Xiaomi TV: from white balance to modes HDR

Xiaomi TVs are some of the most popular on the market, thanks to a combination of affordable prices and advanced technology. TV Q2 or Redmi Smart TV X requires the right image tweaking to unlock its full potential 4K-Matrix or Dolby Vision. By default, factory settings are often sharpened for bright storefronts, rather than for home watching movies or games.

In this article, you will find step-by-step instructions for adjusting all key parameters, from basic brightness calibration to fine color profile adjustments, and we will discuss how to adapt a picture to different scenarios - movies, sports, games on Xiaomi. TV Stick or connected console, and why Dynamic Automotive spoils the details in dark scenes and how to fix it in 2 minutes.

Important: settings may vary slightly depending on the model and firmware version MIUI TV. If your TV is released before 2020 (for example, Mi). TV 4S 55), some menu items may be called differently - we will indicate alternative ways.

1. Preparation for setting: what to do before calibration

Before you start adjusting, make sure the TV is ready for fine tuning, and many users skip this step and then wonder why the colors look unnatural or you can't see anything in the dark scenes.

First, check the source of the signal. If you're setting up an image to:

• 📺 Etheric TV – make sure the signal is stable (no artifacts or snow").
• 🎮 Game consoles (PS5, Xbox – activate Game Mode in the console settings.
• 💻 PC/laptop – set the permission 3840×2160 (4K) upon 60 Hz in parameters Windows/macOS.
• 📱 Mi TV Stick – Update your device to the latest version.

Second, choose the right one. HDMI-On the back of Xiaomi TVs, there are usually ports marked with:

• HDMI 1 (ARC) — for sound systems (not suitable for 4K@120Hz).
• HDMI 2.1 — for the game consoles (supports) 4K@120Hz and ALLM).
• HDMI 2.0 — for other devices (maximum) 4K@60Hz).

⚠️ Attention: If you are connecting NVIDIA Shield or Apple TV 4K, In the device settings, enable Match Content (or Dolby Vision) IQ) — This will allow the TV to switch between modes automatically. HDR/SDR.

And finally, use the test rollers to calibrate.

• 🎬 Calibration video from RTINGS (free on YouTube).
• 💿 Disney's Disc WOW Spears & Munsil (for professional settings).
• 📱 Annex TV Calibration from Google Play (for Android) TV).

2. Basic settings: brightness, contrast and sharpness

These three parameters are the basis of quality images, and if you don't adjust them correctly, you get scorched white spots, you lose detail in the shadows, or you get artificial soapiness.

How to open the settings menu:

1. Press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to Display and Sound → Image.
3. Select Image Mode → User (or Expert on New Models).

The best values to start with (for a room with moderate light):

How to adjust the brightness correctly:

1. Turn on the test roller with a gray scale (from 0% to 100% brightness).
2. Reduce the brightness until the black square (0%) is really black, not dark gray.
3. Increase contrast until the white square (100%) starts to glow, but without losing detail.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with VA-matrix (e.g. Mi) TV P1) The corners of the screen can be darker than the center at high brightness, which is a feature of the technology, not a defect. To reduce the effect, reduce the brightness to 40-45.

Set the user mode (not dynamic!)

Turn off "Clear Motion" and "Noise Reduction"

Adjust brightness to the black square (0% should be black)

Check contrast on a white square (100% without "lighting")

Reduce sharpness to 0-10-->

3. Color profile setting: temperature, hue and saturation

The wrong colors are the most common problem on Xiaomi TVs, and factory settings often make the picture unnaturally blue or red, and the actors' skin looks like "tanning bed."

Color temperature (color temperature):

• 🔥 Warm – pleasant to the eyes in the evening, but adds yellowness.
• ☀️ Standard – Optimal for most scenarios (close to the D65).
• ❄️ Cold – Makes the picture “cold”, avoid.

For fine tuning:

1. Turn on a test roller with a gray scale (such as this one).
2. Gray squares should look neutral, without shades of blue/red.
3. If you see a shade, adjust the shade (Tint) (optimally: 0) or the color tone.

Saturation (Color):

• 50–60 is enough for natural flowers.
• Over 70 colors become "acid" (especially noticeable on faces and greens).
• To check, use test frames with colored stripes - they should not "cut your eyes."

On Xiaomi models TV A Pro and newer is available extended CMS (Color Management System):

Settings → Display and sound → Image → Additional → CMS

You can adjust the Red, Green and Blue channels separately here, and for most users, you just need to leave the default values, but if the picture is green (typical for Mi). TV 4A), Lower Green: Saturation by 5-10 points.

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If your TV supports Dolby Vision, the menu mode is available. HDR Choose Dolby Vision Dark for the movie and Dolby Vision Bright for the daytime viewing. This automatically optimizes brightness and contrast for each frame.

4. Image modes: which to choose for movies, games and TV

Xiaomi TVs offer a few pre-modes, but most require customization.

📽️ Cinema (Movie/Cinema):

• Optimized for dark rooms.
• Disables post-processing, retaining the original colors of the film.
• It may seem too dark in daylight.

🔹 Recommend: Increase brightness to 50–55, turn off Local Dimming (if any) if you notice a “flicker” of the backlight.

🎮 Games (Game):

• Minimum input delay (input lag) ~10-15 ms).
• Automatically includes ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode when connecting the console.
• Colors can be less accurate than in Movie Mode.

🔹 Manually activate Dolby Vision for Gaming (if supported) PS5 Xbox Series X.

⚽ Sport (Sports):

• Increases brightness and saturation to improve visibility in the stadium.
• Adds artificial sharpness that can create artifacts.

🔹 Recommended: Turn off Noise Reduction and reduce sharpness to 10 – this will reduce soapiness in fast movements.

🌞 Dynamic (Dynamic/Vivid):

• Maximum brightness and contrast for storefronts.
• Distortions colors and loses detail in shadows/lights.
• This mode spoils 90% of content – avoid it at home.

In the models with MIUI TV 4.0+ Expert mode is available, and it offers more options for manual adjustment, including:

• 📊 Gamma (optimum: 2.2 for movies, 2.4 for games).
• 🔄 Color space (select Auto or Auto) BT.2020 for 4K HDR).
• 🖥️ Screen size (set Just Scan or 1:1 to avoid edge trimming).

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Mode Mode is the best start for most scenarios, and even if the picture seems dim at first, after 10 to 15 minutes of viewing, your eyes adapt, and you notice more detail in the shadows and lights.

5.Tune in. HDR Dolby Vision: How to Include and Optimize

Xiaomi mid-range and premium TVs (e.g. Mi) TV Q2 75" or "Redmi Smart" TV MAX 98) support HDR10, Dolby Vision and HLG. However, by default, these modes may not work correctly - for example, HDR-The content appears too dark or "faded".

How to turn it on HDR:

1. Go to Settings. → Display and sound → Image: → Regime. HDR.
2. Select Auto (recommended) or manually activate HDR10/Dolby Vision.
3. For Netflix or Disney+ in the appendix, turn on the option HDR playback.

Problems with HDR and their decisions:

Additional modes are available for Dolby Vision:

• 🌃 Dolby Vision Dark – for dark rooms (ideal for movies).
• ☀️ Dolby Vision Bright – for daytime viewing (increases brightness).
• 🎮 Dolby Vision for Gaming – Low latency for consoles (available on Mi) TV Q2 newer).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with OLED-matrix (e.g. Mi) TV Master OLED) long-term HDR-Logos (like Netflix screensaver) can cause pixels to burn out.Use the Pixel Shift and Screen Savers feature in screen settings.

6 Additional features: local dimming, noise cancellation and scaling

Modern Xiaomi TVs are equipped with image enhancement technologies, but many of them work with side effects, let’s figure out what to turn on and what to turn off.

🔦 Local Dimming (Local Dimming):

• 🔹 Why you need: Increases contrast, making black color deeper.
• ⚠️ Problems: Can create halos around bright objects on a dark background (e.g., titles on a black screen).
• 🛠️ Setting: Turn on Low or Medium. At maximum, artifacts appear.

📶 Noise Reduction (Noise Reduction):

• 🔹 Why You Need: Reduces Snow and Artifacts on TV or Older DVD.
• ⚠️ Problems: Blurring details, adding delay (~30-50 ms).
• 🛠️ Setting: Turn off for 4K-Content and games only for terrestrial TV at Low level.

🔍 Scaling (Overscan/Underscan):

• 🔹 Problem: The edges of the image are cropped or black stripes appear.
• 🛠️ Solution: Go to Settings → Display and sound → Screen size and select:
• Just Scan – without cropping (for PC and consoles).
• 16:9 - Standard format (for TV broadcasting).
• 4:3 for retro content (e.g., old movies)

🎛️ Interpolation of the engine (motion interpolation):

• 🔹 Why you need: Adds intermediate frames for smoothness (good for sports).
• ⚠️ Problems: Creates a soap opera effect that is unpleasant for the movie.
• 🛠️ Customization: Turn off for movies. For sports, turn on Low.

In the models with MEMMicro Electro Mechanical System (e.g. Mi) TV LUX Transparent Edition is available with a unique feature AI Master for Image. It analyzes content and automatically adjusts settings, but our test showed that 60 percent of the time it overstates saturation -- it's better to use manual settings.

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If you're watching 3D-content (on supported models), before viewing, disable all post-processing functions (Noise Reduction, Motion Clearness). 3D-rendering and causing flickering.

Calibration with external devices (for advanced users)

If you don't like the results of manual tuning, you can use professional tools. This is true for moviegoers, gamers or owners of Xiaomi. TV Master with OLED-screen.

📊 Policy solutions:

• 🖥️ CalMAN + colorimeter X-Rite i1Display Pro – for accurate calibration of the gamut and color coverage.
• 📱 DisplayCAL (free) – an alternative for basic setup (requires a PC and calibrator).
• 🎮 HDR Calibration in Xbox Series X – built-in customization tool HDR.

How to Calibrate with CalMAN:

1. Connect the colorimeter to the PC and install CalMAN.
2. Choose a profile for Xiaomi TV (universal HDTV).
3. Follow the instructions of the program, adjusting the settings on the TV.
4. Save your profile to User Mode (Expert).

🔧 Hardware solutions:

• 📟 HDFury Arcana/Diva — allows you to circumvent the restrictions HDMI Enable Dolby Vision on uncertified devices.
• 🖥️ NVIDIA Shield Pro is the best TV-scaling box with the support of all HDR-format.

⚠️ Note: When using CalMAN or similar programs, do not change the settings of the service menu (available through button combinations on the remote).Incorrect settings can lead to damage to the matrix or reset the TV to factory settings.

8. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the right setup, Xiaomi users TV They're facing typical problems. Here are the most common ones and the ways to fix them:

🖼️ Problem: Blurred image in fast movement

• 🔹 Reason: Low refresh rate (60 Hz) or interpolation enabled.
• 🛠️ Solution: Turn off Motion Clearness and Motion Interpolation. Use Game Mode for games.

🎭 Problem: Unnatural facial colors (too red/green)

• 🔹 Reason: Wrong color temperature or high hue (Tint).
• 🛠️ Solution: Set Color Temperature: Standard and Reset to 0.

🔊 Problem: Sound delay relative to image

• 🔹 Reason: Included noise reduction or Dolby Atmos processing.
• 🛠️ Solution: Turn off Noise Reduction and set Sound Delay: Auto.

📶 Problem: Artifacts or "snow" on the screen

• 🔹 Reason: Weak TV signal or damaged HDMI-cable.
• 🛠️ Solution: Check the cable (replace with certified High Speed) or use Noise Reduction: Medium.

🖥️ Problem: The computer does not output 4K@60Hz

• 🔹 Reason: An outdated version HDMI on PC or incorrect settings of the graphics driver.
• 🛠️ Solution: Update the graphics card driver (for NVIDIA/AMD). In the graphics control panel, select Output: RGB, Range: Fully (0–255). Use the port. HDMI 2.0/2.1 TV-wise.