How to turn off the screen on the Xiaomi TV: all the ways (including hidden)

You want to turn off your screen on a Xiaomi TV, but you don't know how to do it without turning it off completely? You might want to leave the sound to listen to music or podcasts, save energy, or just temporarily "extinguish" the picture. Unlike smartphones, where the screen is locked at a single tap, Mi TVs and Redmi Smart TVs don't always have the obvious function of turning off the display. In this article, we'll look at all possible ways, from standard to hidden, including development teams and workarounds.

It’s important to understand that not all Xiaomi models support this feature out of the box. For example, the budget Redmi Smart TV A series may not have the option to turn off the screen in the menu, while the flagship Mi TV Q2 or Mi TV P1 offer advanced power saving settings. We tested all methods on the current PatchWall 4.0 firmware and Google TV (for international versions), so instructions will work on most devices in 2020-2026.

If you’re looking for a way to turn off the screen but leave the TV running (for example, to use as a smart speaker or monitor for other devices), look for the Sound Only Mode sections and the “Sonic Only” section. ADB-For those who want to completely turn off TV without a physical button, there are separate recommendations for setting up timers and voice assistants.

1. Standard method: "Sound only" mode in settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in Sound Only feature (or Screen Off in international firmware), which is available on most Xiaomi models with PatchWall since version 3.0.

1. Open the settings of the TV (cog in the upper right corner of the main screen).
2. Go to Device → Energy Saving (or Device Preferences → Power & Energy in Google TV).
3. Select the "Screen Off" option.
4. Activate the function with a switch. The screen will go out, but the TV will remain on.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV X55) This mode can automatically turn off after 30 to 60 minutes of inactivity. To avoid this, first turn off the sleep timer in Settings → System system → Sleep timer.

Turn off the sleep timer | Check PatchWall version (at least 3.0) | Connect external speakers (if necessary) | Start the media player before activating the mode-->

If your menu doesn’t have a Sound Only item, it could mean:

• 📺 You have an outdated firmware (update to Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).
• 🔧 The function is hidden by the manufacturer for your model (try alternative methods from the following sections).
• 🌍 You have an international version with Google TV — Search Screen Off in Device Preferences.

2.Use of the remote control: hidden combinations of buttons

Few people know, but Xiaomi has hidden button combinations that allow you to quickly turn off the screen without going to the menu. These combinations work even on models without the "Sound Only" feature in the settings.

⚠️ Note: Some firmwares have a Power combination + Volume Up can cause the TV to shut down completely. If it does, turn the TV on again and try another method. Also note that after using the combinations, the screen may not turn back on from the remote control - you will need to press the physical button on the case.

If the combinations didn't work, maybe your remote doesn't support these features. Check its model: the back should be Mi Remote or Redmi Remote. Remotes from third-party manufacturers (for example, for Xiaomi Mi Box) will not work.

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3. ADB-Teams for experienced users

If standard methods do not work, you can turn off the screen using ADB-Android Debug Bridge, which is a way for advanced users, because it requires you to connect the TV to your computer and enable the developer mode:

1. Turn on the developer mode on your TV: Go to Settings → About TV. Find the build number and click on it 7 times in a row. Go back to the main settings menu and a new developer section will appear.
2. Activate Debugging by USB in the Developer section.
3. Connect the TV to your computer through USB-cable (use the port) USB 3.0 on TV for stability).
4. Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
5. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type: adb devices If the TV is connected correctly, you will see its serial number in the list.
6. Execute the command to turn off the screen: adb shell input keyevent 26 To turn the screen back on, use: adb shell input keyevent 82

⚠️ Attention: Continuous use ADB-commands can lead to blocking of the developer mode after updating the firmware. TV ES 2022) may require additional permissions to execute commands. If you see a message not allowed after entering the adb shell, check your settings USB-TV-debugging.

To automate the process, you can create a.bat file with commands and run it double-click.

@echo off


adb shell input keyevent 26




pause

4.Sleep timer and automatic screen shutdown

If you want your screen to turn off automatically (for example, at night or after watching a movie), set a sleep timer. This method doesn't turn off the screen completely, but puts the TV into sleep mode, which reduces power consumption.

1. Open the Settings → System → Sleep Timer.
2. Select the time of shutdown (for example, 1 hour or 23:00).
3. Activate the timer with a switch.

On models with Google TV, the path may be different: Settings → System → Sleep Timer. You can also use voice commands to control the timer:

• 🎤 Say, “OK Google, turn off the TV in 30 minutes” (requires a connected microphone).
• 🔊 Or: “Alice, set the timer to turn off the TV” (if connected Yandex Station).

⚠️ Note: Some firmwares reset your sleep timer after restarting your TV. To avoid this, install the Auto Sleep Timer app from Google Play (only available on Google models). TV).

If you need your screen to turn off when you are not active (for example, when you forget to do it manually), activate Eco Mode in Settings → Energy Saving. In this mode, the TV will automatically go to sleep after 15-30 minutes of inactivity.

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Create a shortcut for quick access to your sleep timer: add it to the Quick Settings Panel (swipe down from the top of the screen) or to the PatchWall homepage.

5. Alternative methods: HDMI-CEC and external devices

If the built-in functionality doesn't work, you can turn off the screen with external devices connected to HDMI-CEC, which allows you to control the TV through other gadgets, such as the Xiaomi Mi Box, NVIDIA Shield or gaming consoles.

1. Connect the device to the TV via HDMI.
2. Enable HDMI-CEC in TV settings: Settings → Devices → HDMI-CEC (or Settings → Display & Sound → HDMI-CEC in Google TV).
3. On an external device, find the TV control option. For example: On Mi Box: Settings → Display and Sound → HDMI Management. On NVIDIA Shield: Settings → Display & Sound → Control TV.

Select the command Turn off the screen or Put to sleep mode.

You can also use smart outlets (such as the Xiaomi Mi Smart Plug) to physically turn off the TV on a schedule. However, this method completely turns off the TV, not just the screen. To avoid damage to the equipment, set up a delay of at least 5 seconds on / off.

⚠️ Attention: When in use HDMI-CEC Some of Xiaomi's remote features may conflict with other devices' remotes, such as the Volume button on the console will adjust the volume of the TV, not the console itself. CEC.

Problems and Solutions: Why the Screen Doesn't Turn Off

If none of these methods worked, maybe the problem is with settings or firmware on the TV, and here are the most common reasons and ways to fix them:

If after updating the firmware stopped working previously available functions (for example, disappeared the item Only sound), try to reset the settings:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset all settings (not Reset to factory so as not to lose data!).
3. After restarting, check for the function again.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi models with a processor MT9611 (Like Mi. TV 4S 55′′ 2020) may require re-activation of licenses for Netflix and Disney services+. Save your account information in advance!

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If the TV doesn’t respond to screen-off commands, check if the child mode or guest profile is activated – they may block some features.

FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off the screen on Xiaomi TV