How to Update Xiaomi Mi TV: All Ways + Problem Solving

Xiaomi Mi TVs regularly receive firmware updates that improve performance, add new features and fix vulnerabilities. However, the update process can raise questions — especially if you encounter bugs, slow downloads or don’t know which version to choose. In this article, we’ll break down all the current ways to upgrade, from automatic to manual, and also explain how to avoid typical problems.

It is important to understand that improper updates can cause your TV to crash, from minor glitches to complete failure. So check your Mi TV model (e.g. Mi TV 4S 55" or Mi TV Q1 75") before starting the process, as the instructions may vary slightly. Also make sure you have a backup of important settings - some updates reset user settings.

1. How to check the current firmware version

Before you update your TV, you need to know which version of the software is installed now, which will help determine whether a new update is available and how up-to-date it is.

To check the firmware version:

• 📺 Turn on the TV and press the Settings button on the remote.
• 🔍 Go to Settings. → On TV. → POS version.
• 📋 Take a picture or take a picture of the current version (for example, MIUI TV 2.0.123.456).

If the menu doesn’t include About TV, try the alternative path: Settings → System → About this device. On some models (e.g. Mi TV A Pro), the firmware information may be in the Additional section.

⚠️ Note: If your TV is running on Android TV (not MIUI TV), The path to the software version will be different: Settings → The device → Device information → Android version TV.

2. Automatic update via the Internet

The easiest way to upgrade the Xiaomi Mi TV is to use the built-in automatic update feature, which requires the TV to be connected to a Wi-Fi network or via an Ethernet cable.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → System → Software Update.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If the update is available, click Download (confirmation required).
4. After downloading, select Install Now or Install Later.
5. Wait for the TV to restart (it can take up to 10 minutes).

The download speed depends on the stability of the Internet connection. If the update is interrupted, try connecting to the network via cable or restarting the router. On Mi TV P1 and later models, background load is supported - the TV can download the update even when the update is turned off (Quick Start mode must be on).

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If the update doesn't take long to install, check if the power saving mode is on in the network settings. It can limit download speeds.

3. Manual update through USB-accumulator

If the automatic update doesn’t work (for example, due to slow internet or locking Xiaomi servers in your area), you can install firmware manually through the Internet. USB-This is also useful if the TV is not turning on but is responding to the power button.

What you need:

• 💾 USB-drive (from 4 GB, formatted in FAT32).
• 🖥️ Computer for downloading firmware.
• 🔗 Official firmware file (you can download it on Xiaomi website or forums) 4PDA).

Instructions:

Download the firmware for your model (for example, mi_tv_4s_55_v2.0.123.zip)

Unpack the archive (if the file is in.zip format)

Copy the update.zip file to the root of the flash drive (not to the folder!)

Safe to extract USB computer-->

Next:

1. Put the flash drive in. USB-TV port (preferably in the USB 2.0 if any).
2. Go to Settings → System → Software Update → Update via USB.
3. Select the update.zip file and confirm the installation.
4. Wait until the process is complete (the TV will restart automatically).

⚠️ Note: Not all Xiaomi Mi models TV Supports the update through USB 3.0 (blue ports) If the TV can't see the flash drive, try another port or format the drive into the flash drive. FAT32 cluster size of 4096 bytes.

Update via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can update your firmware via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that is suitable for advanced users and requires a computer with ADB drivers installed.

What needs to be done:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your TV: Go to Settings → About TV. Press 7 times on Software Version until you have a message You became a developer. Go back to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB Debugging.

USB-cable

USB 2.0

CMD

adb devices

If the TV is up, go ahead. If not, install the ADB drivers for Xiaomi.

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adb

adb sideload update.zip

It can take up to 15 minutes. Don't turn off the cable or turn off the TV until it's complete. This method is useful if the TV is getting stuck on the Mi logo or not responding to the remote.

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Updating through ADB is the only way to restore the TV if it doesn’t boot but responds to a connection to your computer.

5. How to choose the right firmware version

Not all updates are equally useful. Sometimes new software versions contain bugs or remove familiar features. To avoid problems, follow these guidelines:

Where to download firmware:

• 🌍 Official Xiaomi website: mi.com/global/service/update (Choose the Mi section TV).
• 💬 Forums: 4PDA, XDA Developers (Search for themes on TV models).
• 📥 Telegram channels: For example, @MiTVFirmware (Check the reviews before downloading).

Important: Third-party firmware may contain viruses or modified components. Always check the hash file (MD5) before installing.

6.Typical update errors and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions, you can have problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Error 1: “Failed to download the update” (Error code: 404 or 500)

• 🔄 Restart the TV and router.
• 🌐 Check your internet connection (open YouTube or another service).
• 📡 If used VPN, Disable it – Xiaomi servers can block suspicious IP.
• 🕒 Try to update later – servers may be overloaded.

Mistake 2: TV hovers on Mi logo after update

• ⏻ Perform a hard reset: press the power button on the TV (not on the remote) for 10-15 seconds.
• 💽 Try to re-flash the TV through USB (see section 3).

Error 3: The flash drive is not detected

• 🔄 Format the flash drive into FAT32 via the Rufus program or SD Formatter.
• 🚫 Don't use flash drives from LED-Indicators: They may conflict with Mi ports TV.
• 🔌 Try another one. USB-Port (on some models only the rear port is used).

7. rollback to the previous firmware version

If the TV gets worse after the update (brakes, overheats, doesn’t display colors correctly), you can return the old version of the software. However, Xiaomi does not officially support downgrade, so the process is fraught with risks.

How to roll back:

1. Download the old firmware (for example, with 4PDA) and rename it to update.zip.
2. Place the file on the flash drive (as in Section 3).
3. Insert the flash drive into the TV and try to update via USB Update.

If the TV refuses to install the old firmware:

• 🔧 Use it. ADB (see section 4) with the team: adb sideload --downgrade update.zip
• 🛠️ On some models, the Mi TV Q1 And newer) requires unlocking the bootloader. This is a complex procedure that can lead to loss of warranty.

⚠️ Note: A rollback to firmware older than 2 versions back (e.g., 2.0.123 to 1.5.67) can cause conflicts in system libraries.

8.How to speed up the download of updates

If the update is downloading too long, there are several ways to speed up the process:

• 📶 Connect your TV to the network via Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi.
• 🕒 Update at night (from 2 to 6 a.m.) when the load on Xiaomi servers is minimal.
• 🌍 Use it. DNS Google (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1): Go to Settings → Network → Setting up IP → DNS. Enter 8.8.8.8 and save.
• 🔄 If the download speed drops to 0, restart the router and TV.

On the Mi TV 5 Pro and later, the Parallel Boot feature is supported, which speeds up downloads by using multiple streams.

1. Activate Developer Mode (7 taps according to the Software Version).
2. Go to Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Find the option Parallel download and turn it on.

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