How to download and configure the remote from the TV on the Xiaomi phone: the complete guide

Lost your native remote control from your TV or want to control it from your smartphone? Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco phones can turn their device into a full-fledged remote control — you don't need additional devices if you have an integrated IR port in your device. Even without it, there are workaround solutions via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways, from the official Mi Remote app to alternative programs with advanced features, you will learn how to check the compatibility of your phone, configure control for a specific TV model (including Xiaomi). TV, Samsung, LG and others), and problems such as "not finding the device" or "not all buttons work".

We'll focus on the hidden features of Mi Remote, which allow you to control not only the TV, but also the air conditioner, projector or audio system, all through one application, and for owners of phones without an infrared port, we'll give you working alternatives using the local network.

1. Compatibility Check: Is there an IR port in your Xiaomi

Before downloading apps, make sure your smartphone supports infrared control. Most Xiaomi mid- and premium models have an IR port, but budget lines (such as the Redmi A-series or Poco M-series) may not have it.

How to check:

• 🔍 External inspection: The IR port looks like a small black window (usually at the top of the case next to the speaker) and can be hidden under a glass panel on new models.
• 📱 Through Settings: Open Settings → Connected devices → Infrared port. If there's no point, there's no port.
• 🛠️ Model specifications: Check the specifications on Mi.com (enter your model name in search).

⚠️ Note: If your phone is released after 2022 year and refers to the "ultra-budget" line (price up to 15 000 ₽), The probability of the absence of an IR port is 80%. In this case, go to the section on the management of Wi-Fi/Bluetooth.

2. Official Mi Remote app: download and basic setup

Mi Remote Controller is a standard solution from Xiaomi for controlling equipment through the IR port. the application is pre-installed on most smartphones of the brand, but if it is not – download from Google Play (free, without advertising).

Step-by-step instructions for setting up:

1. Open Mi Remote and allow access to Camera (to determine the TV model) and Location (to geolocate device databases).
2. Click Add Device → Select Television Category.
3. Specify your brand. TV (For example, Xiaomi, Samsung, LG). If the stamp is not in the list, select Universal.
4. Point your smartphone at the TV (up to 5 meters) and hold the Test button until TV will not react.
5. Save your device profile by giving it a name (e.g., Samsung Bedroom).

If the TV doesn't respond:

• 🔄 Try another brand from the list (for example, for Xiaomi). TV A2 occasionally TCL).
• 📶 Reboot both devices and try again.
• 🔋 Make sure the remote’s batteries don’t sit down on the TV (some models block IR signals when discharged).

IR port clean (no dust/mud)

TV is on the network (not in sleep mode)

Distance between devices ≤ 3 metres

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⚠️ Attention: On Samsung 2020 TVs+ years LG OLED You may need to enable IR compatibility in settings TV (Settings → General. → External devices).

3. Advanced Mi Remote features: air conditioning, projector and audio system management

Mi Remote can not only switch channels, but also has hidden functions to control:

• ❄️ Air conditioning: support for 1000+ models (including Gree, Midea, Daikin) can be set to timers and blowing modes.
• 🎥 Projectors: Compatibility with Xiaomi Projector, Epson, BenQ. There are separate buttons for focusing and trapezoidal correction.
• 🎵 Audio systems: Column management JBL, Sony, Yamaha (volume control, track switching).
• 💡 Smart lamps: work with Yeelight and Philips Hue via IR (only basic on/off commands).

How to add a new device:

1. In the main menu Mi Remote click + → Select a category (for example, air conditioning).
2. If your model is not listed, choose Add Manually and follow the instructions for “training” the remote (the original remote will be required).
3. For projectors and audio systems, you may need to specify the Connection Type (IC or Bluetooth).

Example of setting up the air conditioner:

1. Select a brand (e.g. Gree).


2. Specify the model (or "Universal").




3. Set up your favorite modes:




- Temperature: 24°C




- Mode: Auto




- Air direction: Auto




4. Save the profile as "Bedroom."

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If Mi Remote doesn’t have your air conditioner model, try Clima (available on Google Play) which supports manual IR training and works with 90% of climate control equipment.

4. Alternative TV Control Applications

If Mi Remote is not suitable (for example, does not find your model) TV If you don’t have an IR port, try one of these apps:

How to choose the best app:

• 📺 For old TVs (until 2015) ZaZa Remote is suitable - it can "learn" commands from the original remote control.
• 🌐 For Smart. TV (Samsung, LG, Sony has Wi-Fi better than Yatse or SURE — They support network management.
• 🎮 For game consoles (PS4, Xbox) use Peel Smart Remote – there are separate profiles for gamepads.

⚠️ Note: Applications like AnyMote or Unified Remote require ROOT-The right to work fully on new versions of Android (12)+). Without them, some functions will be blocked.

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5. Control of TV without IR port: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

If your Xiaomi phone doesn't have an infrared port, you can control your TV over a local area network (Wi-Fi) or Bluetooth. TV (2016 release and newer with support for functions DLNA, Miracast or Google Cast.

Step-by-step instructions for Wi-Fi:

1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network (importantly, not via mobile internet!).
2. Install the Yatse app or SURE Universal Remote (see table above).
3. In the app, select Add Device → Television → Connection via Wi-Fi.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen (you may need to enter) IP-TV address or confirm connection to TV).
5. You can now switch channels, adjust volume and even run apps (like YouTube or Netflix).

For Xiaomi TVs TV (including Mi TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV):

• 📱 Use the official Mi app TV Remote (download).
• 🔗 The connection is automatically via Mi Account (you need a Xiaomi account).
• 🎛️ Additional features are available: voice search, game launch, ambilight setting.

Advantages of Wi-Fi management:

• ✅ Works at any distance (within the network).
• ✅ Supports gestures and voice commands (in some applications).
• ✅ You can create scripts (for example, "Evening cinema": dimms the light, turns on the screen). TV and launches the film).

⚠️ Note: Samsung TVs need to enable Remote Control in the Settings menu to connect over Wi-Fi → General. → External devices. LG activate LG ThinQ.

6.Problem Solving: The remote on the phone doesn't work

If the app doesn’t find the TV or buttons don’t respond, use this instruction:

Additional advice:

• 🔋 If the IR port stopped working after the update MIUI, Reset the Mi Remote app settings (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Remote → Warehouse → Clear the data).
• 📡 For Wi-Fi management, turn off Power Saving Mode on your phone – it can block the background activity of the application.
• 🔄 If Samsung TV doesn’t connect, try the SmartThings app (official from Samsung).

If nothing helps:

1. Check if the antivirus does not block the application (for example, Avast or 360 Security).


2. Install the old version of Mi Remote (e.g. 5.12.1) from the APKPure site.




3. Write in support of Xiaomi via Settings → About Phone → Review, specifying the phone model and TV.

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If your TV is released before 2010, it probably doesn’t support Wi-Fi control, in which case the only option is to buy an external IR transmitter (e.g. BroadLink). RM4 Pro), which connects to the phone via Bluetooth.

7. Hidden Chips: Voice Control and Automation

Xiaomi’s modern smartphones allow you to control your TV with voice or smart scripts. Here’s how to set it up:

Voice control via Google Assistant:

1. Make sure your phone is enabled with Google Assistant (Settings) → Google → Settings for Assistant).
2. Say, “OK Google, turn on the TV in the living room” (pre-save profile) TV In Mi Remote with the name "Living Room").
3. To switch channels, use the commands: "Switch to NTV" or "Current volume by 20%".

Automation with Mi Home:

• 🏠 Connect your TV to Xiaomi’s ecosystem with the Mi Home app.
• 🔄 Create a script: “If it’s 20:00, turn on the time TV launch Netflix".
• 🔌 Integrate with other devices: for example, when switching on TV The Yeelight smart lamp automatically turns on.

Gesture management (only for the purpose of MIUI 13+):

1. Open Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Activate the option Control remote.
3. You can now switch channels by shaking the phone or swiping your finger across the screen (configurable individually).

Example of an automated script for a movie evening:

Voices: OK Google, start the movie mode.


Actions:




- It's Xiaomi TV.




- Launches the Disney+ app




- Set the volume to 50%.




- Turns off the Yeelight smart lamp.




- Activates the "Do Not Disturb" mode on the phone.

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If you have a Xiaomi TV TV smartphone MIUI 14, try the Mi Share feature: it lets you transfer video from phone to screen TV without a remote, just bringing the devices closer to each other.

FAQ: Frequent questions