How to permanently disable Bluetooth connection request on Xiaomi TV

Are you tired of the constant pop-ups offering to connect to your Xiaomi TV via Bluetooth? These notifications appear every time a compatible device is nearby, whether it’s a smartphone, headphones or a gaming controller. In some cases, the request occurs even for no apparent reason, interrupting watching movies or games. Fortunately, the problem is solved: in this article, we will analyze all the ways to disable intrusive requests, while maintaining the functionality of the Bluetooth module for the devices you need.

The reasons for requests can range from the automatic connection feature enabled to the TV firmware errors, for example, Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1 and Redmi Smart TV models are particularly susceptible to this because of the aggressive device search policy, and it's important to understand that simply ignoring notifications won't solve the problem, they will reappear, and we'll have to sort out the system settings and update the software if necessary.

If you've tried to turn off Bluetooth completely, but the request still appears, don't rush to reset the TV to factory settings. In 90% of cases, simpler methods help, which we will describe below. And for owners of TVs with MIUI TV 3.0+ firmware, there are some recommendations for working with the new interface.

Why Xiaomi TV is constantly asking for Bluetooth connectivity

Before we get to the solution, we need to understand why the request comes up so often.

• 🔍 Quick Connection – Xiaomi’s new firmware activates the automatic device search option within range, which works even if you don’t plan to connect anything.
• 📱 Stored devices in memory – the TV can “remember” previously connected gadgets (such as Mi Band or Xiaomi Game Controller) and try to restore the connection.
• 🔄 Firmware error in some versions of the software (for example, MIUI TV 2.1.45) there is a bug that causes a request to appear even when Bluetooth is turned off.
• 🎮 Game Console Mode – If you’ve ever connected a DualShock or Xbox Controller, your TV can expect to reconnect them.
• 🔋 Energy saving mode - some models to save energy (Redmi) TV A Series) automatically scans the airwaves for devices.

Interestingly, the problem is more common on Android TVs than on PatchWall models, which is because Google is pushing the smart home ecosystem, where Bluetooth plays a key role, but for most users, such smart features are more of an annoyance than a convenience.

If your TV is a Mi TV P1 or newer, check to see if the "Mi Home Integration" mode is enabled, which is designed to sync with other Xiaomi devices (such as Yeelight lamps or a robot vacuum cleaner), but often leads to false positives of the Bluetooth module.

Method 1: Disable the “Quick Connection” function in the settings

The simplest and most effective way to do this is to deactivate the automatic device search option, which is hidden in the depths of the menu, but turning it off solves the problem 70 percent of the time.

1. Open Settings (cog in the upper right corner of the main screen).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
3. Scroll down and find the Quick Connection (or Automatic Device Search in old firmware).
4. Move the slider to the off position.
5. Confirm the action if a warning system appears.

On some models (Mi TV 5 Pro), this item may be called "Visibility for all devices" or "Detection Mode." If you don't find the exact name, try turning off all sliders associated with automatic synchronization.

Restart the TV after changes | Make sure there are no active Bluetooth devices nearby | Check if requests disappear after 5-10 minutes | If the request appears again, proceed to the next method-->

Important! Once you turn off this feature, you'll have to manually connect new devices through the Bluetooth menu, but already saved gadgets (such as a sound bar or remote) will work as before.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs with firmware MIUI TV 1.0 (released before 2019) this method may not work due to the lack of an option.

Method 2: Remove stored Bluetooth devices

If the TV remembers devices it previously connected to, it will try to reconnect whenever they come in range, and the solution is to clear the list of conjugated gadgets, which is especially true if you've ever connected AirPods, Mi True Wireless Earbuds, or game controllers.

Cleaning instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. In the list of "Conjugated devices" click on the icon of the cart (or hold the OK button on the remote on the desired device).
3. Confirm removal for each device individually.
4. After cleaning, restart the TV (Settings → About TV → Reboot).

If the list of devices does not appear, but you are sure that you have previously connected something over Bluetooth, try resetting the network settings:

Settings → System → Reset → Reset Network Settings

This method will help if:

• 🎧 The request appears when you turn on the headphones or column.
• 🎮 The TV asks to connect the controller, which has long been absent.
• 📱 A pop-up occurs when you unlock a Xiaomi smartphone nearby.

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If you often connect the same devices (such as a sound bar), after cleaning the list, pair them again, which will help avoid conflicts with ghost connections.

Method 3: Update the TV firmware

In some cases, the Bluetooth connection request is a bug of a particular firmware version. For example, MIUI TV 2.1.45 for the Mi TV 4S 55" was an error that caused the Bluetooth module to malfunction even when it was off, and the decision was to upgrade to the latest version.

How to check and install the update:

1. Open Settings → About TV → Update system.
2. Click "Check Updates."
3. If a new version is available, download it and install it. Don't turn off the TV during the process!
4. After the update, reset your Bluetooth settings (see Method 2).

If the automatic update does not find new versions, try installing the firmware manually:

1. Download the latest version of the software for your model from the official Xiaomi website (support section).
2. Copy the.zip file to a flash drive (FAT32 format).
3. Connect the flash drive to the TV and select Settings → About TV → Update via USB.

⚠️ Note: Installation of unofficial firmware can lead to loss of warranty and unstable operation of the TV. 💡The firmware update not only fixes Bluetooth bugs, but also improves overall system stability, adds new features and closes security vulnerabilities. Method 4: If previous methods didn't work, try hard resetting the Bluetooth module, which will delete all the data stored and return the settings to the "out of the box" state. Go to Settings. → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth. Select "Additional Settings" (or "Extended"). Find "Reset Bluetooth Settings" and confirm the action. Reboot the TV. On some models, the Mi TV A Pro) this item may not be available. In this case, use an alternative method: Settings → System system → Reset → Reset your network settings (this will also reset Wi-Fi and other network settings: 🔄 The TV will stop automatically searching for devices. 🔕 All previously saved Bluetooth gadgets will disappear. 📶 You might need to reconnect to Wi-Fi, and if that doesn't work, the last radical method is to completely reset the TV to factory settings, but you only have to do it as a last resort, because you have to reconfigure everything, including accounts and apps. What if the reset didn't work? If requests keep popping up after the reset, it could indicate a hardware malfunction of the Bluetooth module. Check if the request appears in safe mode (press the power button on the remote when turned on). 2. Contact the Xiaomi service center with an error code (if it is displayed). 3. Check whether the warranty has expired - some models (Mi) TV 4A 2018) have limited support. Method 5: Disable Bluetooth at system level (for advanced users) If you are willing to sacrifice Bluetooth for peace of mind, you can completely deactivate the module through developer mode. TV, where you can access advanced settings. Step-by-step: Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About the TV. Find the line "Build number" and press it 7 times in a row. Type in PIN-The code (if required) is usually 0000 or 1234. Go back to the main Settings menu and a new section will appear". Open it and find the option "Disable Bluetooth" or "Disable radio modules." Activate it and confirm the action. On PatchWall TVs (e.g. Mi). TV Q2) This method may not work because Xiaomi restricts access to certain features. ADB (Android Debug Bridge): adb shell settings put global bluetooth_on 0 adb shell am broadcast -a android.bluetooth.adapter.action.STATE_CHANGED --ez android.bluetooth.adapter.extra.STATE 10 Warning: Shutting down Bluetooth at system level could lead to: 🎮 Inability to connect game controllers. 🔊 Loss of wireless audio function (if you use Bluetooth speakers). 📱 Synchronization problems with other Xiaomi devices (such as smart lamps). If you're not sure what you're doing, you'd better go back to methods 1-3 or get official support for it. Additional tips and frequent errors Even after successfully disabling requests, some users are facing a problem coming back: 🔄 Router reboot – sometimes conflicts arise due to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi interaction (both operating at 2.4GHz. 📵 Removing the TV from the memory of other devices – if your smartphone or laptop “remembers” the TV as a trusted device, it can initiate a connection. TV from the list of Bluetooth devices on all gadgets. 🔌 Power check: if the TV is connected through an extension cord or a network filter, try plugging it directly into the socket. 🛠️ Remote update – complete with some models (Mi) TV 5 Pro) comes the Bluetooth remote, update the firmware through the Mi Remote app, common bugs that users make: ❌ Bluetooth is disabled only on the remote, but not in the settings of the TV. ❌ Do not restart the TV after changes (many settings apply only after reboot). ❌ Not all stored devices are removed, leaving “ghost” connections. ❌ They use informal firmware, which may contain errors, and if none of these methods worked, check if your TV is part of the Mi Home ecosystem, and then the requests may come from the smart home, not from the Bluetooth module itself. Turn off integration in the Mi Home app on your smartphone. FAQ: Frequent questions about Bluetooth requests on Xiaomi TV Can Bluetooth be disabled only for specific devices? No, Xiaomi TVs don't support selective shutdown of Bluetooth devices. You can only remove them from the conjugated list (see Method 2) or completely deactivate the module (Method 5). Why does the request appear even when Bluetooth is turned off? This is a known bug in the MIUI TV 2.x firmware. The module can remain active at the system level even if the interface is disabled. Software update or reset (Method 3 or 4). Will the remote work after Bluetooth is turned off? Depends on the remote model: A standard IR panel (without) will only be returned to the Bluetooth microphone after the switch is switched off. If you have deactivated the module through the developer mode, or ADB, You can return it in the same way: In Developer Mode, find the "Enable Bluetooth" option and activate it. ADB: Adb shell settings put global settings bluetooth_on 1. Then you might need to reboot. Why did the request come back after the firmware update? It's likely that the new version of the software reset some of the default settings. Check: Is Quick Connection enabled (Handbook) 1). Have not appeared in the list of associated devices old gadgets (Method) 2). Have you activated integration with Mi Home? Repeat steps from the appropriate methods.