How to Reinstall Android on Xiaomi TV: 3 Ways to Work

Introduction: Why Reinstall Android on Xiaomi TV and when necessary

Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV They may slow down, make errors, or even refuse to turn on over time, and reinstall the operating system is a radical but effective way to make the device work again, but it requires care: Incorrect actions lead to "bricking" (complete inoperability) of the TV, the restoration of which will require service intervention.

Main reasons for flashing: system failures after failed updates, virus infection (rarely, but possible on Android) TV), The desire to roll back on the old version of the software due to bugs in the new, or preparing to sell with a complete data reset. TV 4/4A/4S/5 It differs from a similar procedure on smartphones – there is no Fastboot mode, and methods depend on the model and year of release.

This instruction covers all relevant methods: from standard reset via menu to manual firmware through ADB Recovery through service USB. We will also discuss how to avoid common mistakes and what to do if the TV stops responding to the remote after a failed firmware.

Preparing for reinstallation: what to do before starting

Before you start flashing, follow the mandatory preparatory steps, which can lead to data loss or irreversible damage to the system.

First, save all the important data. Reinstall Android on Xiaomi TV erases:

• 📁 Installed applications and their settings (including logins / passwords)
• 🎬 Personal media files, if they were stored in internal memory (not on an external drive)
• 🔧 Individual settings of image, sound and network
• 🎮 Save in games (if played through Google Play Games)

Copy files to a flash drive or to the cloud, and take a picture of the settings - this will speed up the setup after firmware.

Second, check the TV model and Android version. TV. It's the choice of firmware and the method of installation:

• 📺 On the back of the case sticker (e.g, L43M5-5ARU for Mi TV 4S 43")
• 🔍 On the menu: Settings → On TV. → Model
• 🖥️ Through ADB: Adb shell getprop ro.product.model

Firmware from another model or region (for example, Chinese instead of global) will lead to the failure of Wi-Fi, remote control or complete system failure.

Make a backup copy of the data|Find out the exact model of the TV|Download the firmware for your model|Prepare. USB-accumulator (FAT32, ≤32GB)|Charge the remote (or prepare a spare)|Disable protection from records (if any)-->

Method 1: Reset to factory settings (soft reinstallation)

If the TV turns on and reacts to the remote, start with a soft reset, which does not require any firmware download and is suitable for eliminating software glitches, but will not help with serious system damage.

Resetting instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → Device and general → Reset.
2. Select Reset to factory settings (on some models – Recover and Reset).
3. Confirm the action with a password from the Mi Account (if linked).
4. Wait for the reboot (takes 5-10 minutes).

After resetting, the TV will return to the “out of the box” state, but the Android version will remain the same.

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Note: If after resetting the TV Xiaomi requires entering the username / password from the previous account Mi Account, and you do not remember it - restore access through the site account.xiaomi.com. Without this, you will not be able to unlock the TV.

This method will not help if:

• 🚫 The TV does not turn on or hovers on the Mi logo
• 🚫 System damaged by a virus or failed update
• 🚫 You need to roll back to the old version of Android TV

In such cases, a complete flashing (method 2 or 3) will be required.

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If the sound is missing after the reset, check the settings → Sound. → Output format. Sometimes resetting it will reset it to a mode that is incompatible with your acoustics (e.g. Passthrough).

Method 2: Firmware through USB (for all Xiaomi models TV)

Hand-held firmware through USB — It's a universal method that works even if the TV doesn't turn on, and it requires you to download the official firmware and create a bootable flash drive.

Step 1: Download the firmware for your model:

• 🌍 Official firmware: support.xiaomi.com (select region and model)
• 🔧 Alternative sources: forums 4PDA or XDA Developers (for experienced users only!)

The firmware file should have a.zip extension and weigh 1-2 GB.

Step 2: Prepare USB-accumulator:

• 💾 Use a flash drive with volume. ≤32 GB formatted in FAT32.
• 📁 Place the firmware file in the root of the flash drive and rename it in update.zip.
• 🚫 Do not connect other files – this can cause an error when installing.

Step 3: Install the firmware:

1. Turn off the TV and insert the flash drive into the port USB 2.0 (usually marked as a Service or OTG).
2. Press the Menu button on the remote. + Volume Down (or Menu) + Home for new models) and, while holding them, turn the TV on the network.
3. Release the buttons when the recovery menu appears on the screen (usually 10-15 seconds later).
4. Select Apply update from USB → update.zip and confirm installation.

It'll take 15 to 30 minutes. Don't turn off the TV until you're fully restarted!

Method 3: Firmware through ADB (for power users)

The method is Android Debug Bridge (ADB) It is suitable for new models (Mi) TV A Pro, Xiaomi TV 6) where the entrance to the Recovery is blocked, or if USB-The firmware doesn't work. It requires a PC with the drivers installed and the debugging on the TV on.

Step 1: Connect the TV to your PC:

• 🖥️ Install. ADB Tools on the computer.
• 🔌 Connect the TV to the PC via USB-C (Micro-USB on older models).
• 🔧 Put the debugging on. USB: Settings → On TV. → Build number (click 7 times), then Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB.

Step 2: Download the firmware and install it through ADB:

1. Download the firmware in.zip format and place it in the folder with adb.exe.
2. Open the command line in this folder and execute: Adb devices (you should display your device).
3. Reboot the TV to sideload: adb reboot sideload
4. Install firmware: adb sideload update.zip

It takes 20 to 40 minutes, and when it's done, the TV will reboot automatically.

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Note: If during installation through ADB Signature verification failed, so the firmware is not designed for your model or region. Use only official files from the Xiaomi website!

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Firmware through ADB — The only way to update Xiaomi TV A Pro 2026 without data loss if the standard update over the network does not work.

Solving Common Errors After Reinstalling Android

Even with a successful firmware, there can be problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

1.The TV does not turn on after firmware

• 🔌 Check the power: Turn off the cable for 1 minute, then plug in again.
• 🔄 Try re-entering Recovery and installing the firmware again.
• 💡 If the indicator is on, but the screen is black, the backlight may have gone off (requires repair).

2. The remote is not working.

• 🔋 Replace the batteries or reconnect the remote (clip Home) + Back to 5 seconds).
• 📱 Use the Mi Remote app on your smartphone as a temporary replacement.
• 🔄 Reset the remote settings: Settings → Remote and accessories → Resetting the remote.

3. No sound or image

• 🔊 Check the cables. HDMI/Optics – sometimes the firmware resets port settings.
• 📺 Reset the image settings: Settings → Display and sound → Resetting settings.
• 🔄 If the sound is lost, HDMI ARC, Update the firmware on the sound panel or receiver.

4. "No Command" error in Recovery

• 🔄 Try another button combination to enter the menu.
• 💾 Transformat the flash drive into FAT32 and repeat the firmware.
• 📥 Download the firmware again – the file may be corrupted.

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If apps (such as Netflix or YouTube) are missing after firmware, manually update them via Google Play or install them. APK Some Xiaomi models require certification to work with these services.

How to Reverse to an Old Version of Android TV

A rollback to the previous version of the software (downgrade) is possible, but has limitations:

• ✅ Allowed if the new firmware contains critical bugs.
• ❌ Blocked if the new version has changed the structure of the bootloader partition (relevant for models 2023)+ year-end).
• ⚠️ It can lead to loss of functions (for example, working with new remotes).

Downgrading instruction:

1. Download the desired version of the firmware from the official website (section "Archive").
2. Install it through Recovery or ADB (as in Method 2 or 3).
3. After rollback, reset settings: Settings → Storage and reset → Reset settings.

⚠️ Retreat to version older than 2 years may block access to Google Play and Xiaomi services due to outdated security certificates.

Alternatively, use custom firmware (for example, LineageOS for the use of a TV), but:

• 🚫 Deprived of guarantees.
• 🚫 They may not support you. DRM (No Netflix in the world HD).
• 🚫 Requires unlocking the loader (risk of "bricking").

For most users, it is better to wait for the official bug fix in the new firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about reinstalling Android on Xiaomi TV