How to change the area (region) on the TV Xiaomi: 3 working ways

Xiaomi Mi TVs are sold with a specific region (zone) that limits access to local services, apps and even image settings. For example, the European zone blocks YouTube Premium in some countries, and the Asian zone restricts the choice of interface languages. Changing the region allows you to bypass these restrictions, but the process requires caution: wrong actions can lead to a lock of the TV or loss of warranty.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the zone on Xiaomi Mi TV (including Mi TV 4A/4S/4X/5/5X/Q1/Q2/P1 models, etc.), describe step-by-step instructions for beginners and advanced users, and warn about the risks and typical errors. If you want to unlock Google Play, install inaccessible applications or simply optimize the TV for your region, read on.

Why should I change the zone to Xiaomi Mi TV?

The regional restrictions on Xiaomi TVs are at the firmware level, affecting not only the content available, but also the functionality of the device.

• 🌍 Geo-blocking apps: Netflix, Disney are not available in some areas+, Amazon Prime Video or local streaming services (e.g., Amazon Prime Video, OKKO Russia).
• 📺 Restrictions on television: DVB-T2 The tuner may not catch channels due to incompatibility of standards (e.g. European). DVB-T vs. Russian DVB-T2).
• 🔊 Language barriers: In Asian zones, Russian is not on the menu, and in European countries, Chinese or Indian languages are absent.
• 🛒 App Store Restrictions: Google Play or Mi App Store only displays apps that are allowed for your region.

Alternatively, a change of zone may be required after moving to another country, buying a TV on foreign venues (such as AliExpress or Gearbest) or testing new features that are not yet available in your area.

⚠️ Attention: Change of region to Xiaomi Mi TV The manufacturer does not officially support this procedure, in some cases, after changing the zone, the TV may require a factory reset or stop receiving updates by air (OTA).

Method 1: Change the zone through TV settings (without PC)

This is the easiest method, but it doesn't work on all models and firmware versions. Suitable for Xiaomi Mi TV 4A/4S/5/5X with MIUI TV firmware up to version 2.0.100. If you have a newer firmware, move to the ADB way.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (cog in the upper right corner of the main screen).
2. Go to the Account and Security section → Region.
3. Select the country from the list (e.g. Russia, Germany, India).
4. Confirm the change and restart the TV.

If Region is not on the menu, your model does not support changing the zone through the interface. ADB-firmware.

Download Platform Tools from Google

Enable debugging over USB in the settings of the TV

Connect the TV to the PC via USB-cable

Check the connection with the adb device command

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Method 2: Change region through ADB (for power users)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) method is suitable for most Xiaomi Mi TV models, including new firmware.It requires connecting the TV to a computer and executing commands through the terminal.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔧 It works on all versions. MIUI TV (including recent updates).
• 🔄 Allows you to return the original region if something goes wrong.
• 📱 It does not require unlocking the bootloader (unlike firmware).

To start, download Google's Platform Tools and unpack the archive. Then follow these steps:

1. On TV, go to Settings → About TV → MIUI TV version and click on it 7 times to activate the developer mode.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect the TV to the PC via USB-cable (use the port) USB 3.0 on TV for stable connection).
4. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with Platform Tools and do:

adb devices

If the TV is displayed in the list, type a command to change the region (for example, to Russia):

adb shell setprop persist.sys.country RU


adb shell setprop persist.sys.locale ru-RU




adb shell setprop persist.sys.timezone Europe/Moscow

For other regions, replace the parameters:

• 🇺🇸 USA: persist.sys.country US, persist.sys.locale en-US, persist.sys.timezone America/New_York
• 🇩🇪 Germany: persist.sys.country DE, persist.sys.locale de-DE, persist.sys.timezone Europe/Berlin
• 🇮🇳 India: persist.sys.country IN, persist.sys.locale en-IN, persist.sys.timezone Asia/Kolkata

After completing the commands, restart the TV:

adb reboot

⚠️ Note: Some of the changes after the change of the region ADB The TV can get stuck on bootloop, which can only help with factory resets or flashing. Before you execute commands, make sure you have a backup of important data (for example, saved passwords from Wi-Fi).

Method 3: Firmware TV with changed region (for advanced)

If the first two methods fail, the most radical option is to install a modified zone TV firmware, which is suitable for all Xiaomi Mi TV models, but requires unlocking the bootloader and carries risks:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if the TV is guaranteed).
• ⚠️ Possibility of "bricking" (turning into a "brick") in case of error.
• ⚠️ Lack of updates OTA post-fix.

You'll need firmware.

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (to connect to the TV).
• 📁 Firmware with the desired region (can be found on the forums) 4PDA or XDA Developers).
• 🔧 Mi Flash Tool (for official firmware) or fastboot.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for your model (e.g. Mi TV 4A 43" - l65m5-adb, Mi TV 5X 55" - d9h). Make sure the firmware is designed for your region.
2. Unpack the archive with firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters.
3. Connect the TV to your PC in fastboot mode: Turn off the TV. Press the Menu button on the remote and the Power button on the TV at the same time for 10 seconds. The fastboot logo will appear on the screen.

Open the command line in the firmware folder and do:

fastboot flashall

Wait until the process is complete (usually takes 5-10 minutes) and the TV will restart automatically.

⚠️ Note: Unofficial firmware may contain viruses or spyware. Check your files with antivirus before installing and make sure the firmware is for your model.

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Before you run your firmware, disconnect the TV from the Internet (pull out the Ethernet cable or turn off Wi-Fi) and this will prevent you from automatically upgrading to an incompatible firmware version immediately after you restart.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you change region to Xiaomi Mi TV, users often face problems, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to solve them:

• 🔌 Television is not defined by ADB: Check if the debugging is included USB. Use the original cable (not all) USB-Cables support data transfer. Update drivers ADB PC-only.
• 🔄 After the change of region, the TV became fixated on the logo: Perform a reset to factory settings via fastboot: fastboot erase userdata If it doesn't help - sew the TV back again.
• 📵 Some apps don't work after changing zone: Clear the app cache in Settings → Remove and install the app again, check if the app is supported in the new region.
• 🌐 No access to Google Play after region change: Delete your Google account and add it again.Reset your Google Play Services settings.

If the TV stops updating by air (OTA) after the zone change, that’s fine, and you’ll have to manually install the updates via fastboot or ADB sideload.

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Before any manipulation of the region, back up important data (such as a list of channels or image settings) and use apps like TV Settings Backup (available on Google Play).

How do you get the original region back?

If you have problems after changing the zone (apps are not working, sound is gone, no updates), you can return the original settings.

1. Through ADB (if the TV is turned on: adb shell setprop persist.sys.country ORIGINAL_COUNTRY_CODE Replace. ORIGINAL_COUNTRY_CODE country source code (e.g, CN China, IN for India).
2. Through Settings Reset: Go to Settings → Additionally. → Resetting and remediation → Reset settings. Enter PIN-code (default 0000 or 1234).

Through the firmware

• Download the official firmware for your region from the Xiaomi website.
• Swipe the TV through fastboot (instructions in the section about firmware).

If you don't remember the original region, you can recognize it by the serial number of the TV (on the box or on the sticker at the back), the first letters of the serial often indicate the country of production:

• CN - China.
• IN - India.
• EU - Europe.
• RU - Russia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)