Xiaomi Mi series TVs TV, Redmi Smart TV Xiaomi TV And they're not just screens for movies, with modern Android models. TV Google TV You can turn a living room into a full-fledged karaoke studio -- just install the software and connect the hardware correctly, but many users have problems: apps are not on Google Play, the microphone is not recognized, and the sound is late. In this guide, we will break down 5 working ways to install karaoke on a Xiaomi TV (including models without Google Play), customize the sound and select the microphone – from budget options to professional systems.
It is important to understand that the functionality of karaoke depends on three components: 1) the application itself with a base of songs (for example, Smule, StarMaker or Yokee), 2) the correct sound setting in the TV (so that the voice does not "echo"), 3) a compatible microphone (wired, wireless or via a smartphone).
We tested all methods on Xiaomi Mi TVs TV 4A (2020), Xiaomi TV Q2 (2022 and Redmi Smart TV X55 — The instructions are relevant to all Android models TV 9.0+ Google TV.
1. Methods of installing karaoke on Xiaomi TV: comparison
Not all Xiaomi TVs support app installation in the same way. TV 4A (The budget series may not be Google Play, but Xiaomi TV A2 — third-party APK. Below is a table with the pros and cons of each method:
| Method of installation | Suitable for models | Pluses | Cons | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Installation from Google Play | Mi TV Q2, A2, P1, S Pro (with Google) TV) | ✅ The safest way.✅ Automatic updates | ❌ Limited choice of applications❌ It doesn't work on older models. | ⭐ |
| Downloading APK via Send Files to TV | All models with Android TV | ✅ It works without Google Play.✅ Support for any version of the application | ❌ Risk of viruses in APK❌ Manual update | ⭐⭐ |
| Installation through ADB Debugging | All models with debugging permission | ✅ Suitable for system applications✅ You can set up a few. APK immediately | ❌ Demands a PC.❌ Hard for beginners. | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Use SmartTubeNext (YouTube) + karaoke) | All models from YouTube | ✅ You do not need to install a separate application.✅ Big songbase | ❌ No vocal scores.❌ Depends on the Internet. | ⭐⭐ |
| Connecting a smartphone to Miracast/HDMI | All models with wireless broadcast support | ✅ Maximum compatibility✅ You can use any application from a smartphone | ❌ Sound delay possible❌ Additional device required | ⭐ |
On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV (Like Mi. TV 4A 2018-2019 may not have official support for Google Play, but installation APK via Send Files to TV or ADB If your model doesn't support either method, you'll have to connect your smartphone or use YouTube (more on that below).
2. Install karaoke via Google Play (for Google models) TV)
If your Xiaomi TV is running on Google TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2 43" or Mi " TV Q2), The easiest way to download the app is to download it directly from the store, but not all karaoke programs are optimized for larger screens:
- 🎤 Smule is the most popular karaoke with social functions (you can sing duets.
- 🎶 StarMaker - similar to Smule, but with a larger base of free tracks. Supports microphone connectivity via Bluetooth.
- 🎵 Yokee is a simple karaoke with a vocal score, plus: it works offline (if you download the songs in advance).
- 🎙️ Singa is a karaoke with voice effects (autotyun, reverberation.
- 📺 Karaoke by Yokee – a specialized application for TV with support for song lyrics in Russian.
To establish:
- On the Xiaomi remote, click the Google Assistant button or open Apps.
- Choose the Google Play Store → Type the name of the application in the search (for example, Smule).
- Click Set and wait for the download.
- After installation, open the application and allow access to the microphone (if connected).
⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV 4S) Google Play may not be on the menu, in which case use the download method. APK (section).
Update the TV firmware to the latest version
Check the availability of free space (minimum 500 MB)
Connect the TV to the Internet (Wi-Fi or cable)
Allow installation from unknown sources (Settings → Security)
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3. Installation of karaoke through APK (For models without Google Play)
If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support Google Play (e.g. Mi) TV 4A PatchWall will require you to install the application manually through APK-It's gonna take a file:
- 📱 Android or iPhone with Send Files to app TV (Available on Google Play and App Store).
- 📁 APK-karaoke application file (download only from trusted sources, such as APKPure or APKMirror).
- 🔌 USB-A flash drive (alternatively, if you send files to the TV doesn't work).
Step-by-step:
- Download to your smartphone. APK-Application file (e.g., Yokee) TV here).
- Install the Send Files to app on your smartphone TV Connect to the same Wi-Fi network with your TV.
- On Xiaomi TV, open the File Manager app → Receive Files (or Receiving Files) will appear QR-code.
- On your smartphone, open Send Files to TV, scan QR-code and send APK-file.
- On the TV, confirm the file reception and wait for the download.
- Open File Manager and find the downloaded APK and press Set.
- If the error "Installation is blocked", go to Settings → Security → Unknown Sources and allow installation from File Manager.
The alternative is through USB-flash-drive:
- Download. APK on the computer and copy to the flash drive (format) FAT32).
- Connect the flash drive to the TV, open the File Manager → choose APK → Install.
⚠️ Attention: Installation APK from unverified sources can lead to viruses or unstable TV operation).
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If the karaoke app doesn't start after installation, try clearing the TV's cache: Settings → Annexes → [Title of the annex] → Clear the cache.
4. Connecting the microphone to the Xiaomi TV
Without a microphone, karaoke loses half its fun. Xiaomi TVs can be connected to a microphone in three ways:
- 🎤 Wireless microphone (through 3.5 mm jack or wired microphone) USB) — The most reliable option without delay, suitable for models with an Audio In connector (for example, Xiaomi Mi). TV 5 Pro).
- 📶 Bluetooth microphone – convenient, but possible delays (latency.
- 📱 Microphone via smartphone – if the TV does not recognize the microphone, you can use the smartphone as an intermediary (for example, through the Wo Mic app).
Instructions for connection:
Method 1: A wired microphone (3.5 mm or USB)
- If you have an Audio In (3.5mm) connector on your TV, connect the microphone directly.
- For USB-microphone (e.g., Fifine) K669B) Connect him to the port. USB 2.0 on TV.
- In the TV sound settings (Settings) → Sound. → Entrance) select External microphone.
Method 2: Bluetooth microphone
- Turn on the microphone pairing mode (usually hold the power button for 3-5 seconds).
- On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
- Select the microphone from the list and confirm the connection.
- In karaoke settings, select a Bluetooth microphone as the sound source.
On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV (Like Mi. TV 4A) There may be no support for Bluetooth microphones – in this case, use the USB-Adapter or connect the microphone via smartphone.
How to reduce the latency of sound when using a Bluetooth microphone?
5. Sound tuning for karaoke: how to remove echoes and delay
Even with the microphone connected correctly, karaoke can be "echoing" or late, and this is due to the processing of audio in the TV and the app. Here's how to fix:
Problem 1: Echo (reverberation)
Echoes occur when sound from the microphone is played through the TV speakers and again hits the microphone.
- 🔇 Use headphones instead of TV speakers (plug them into 3.5mm or Bluetooth).
- 🎛 In the karaoke app settings, turn off the “Monitoring” option (listening to your voice).
- 📉 Reduce the volume of the TV speakers to 50–60%.
Problem 2: Sound delay (latency)
The delay between voice and music spoils the experience.
| Reason for delay | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth microphone | Use a wired microphone or USB-adapter. |
| Television sound processing | Turn off the sound effects: Settings → Sound. → Effects. → Off. |
| Processor workload | Close the background applications (Settings) → Annexes → Clear everything). |
| Incompatibility of the application | Try another karaoke app (like Yokee instead of Smule). |
For precise synchronization settings:
- Most karaoke applications have an option called “Audio Latency” or “Sync” – adjust the value in the range of 0–200 ms.
- In the settings of the TV (Settings) → Sound. → Audio Sync: set the delay to 0 ms (if wired) or 30–50 ms (for Bluetooth).
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For minimum delay, use a combination: wired USB-microphone + switched-off sound effects + yokee.
6.Karaoke via YouTube (without installing apps)
If you don't want to install additional programs, you can sing karaoke directly through YouTube.
- Install a modified SmartTubeNext client on your TV (instructions here) to download videos and remove ads.
- In YouTube search, type in the form: karaoke [song title] + Example: Karaoke Leps Parade Alley Lyrics
- Connect the microphone (by any of the methods in section 4) and sing to the video. To evaluate the vocals, use a separate tuner app (for example, gStrings on your smartphone).
Pros of the method:
- ✅ No need to install karaoke applications.
- ✅ A huge base of songs (including rare tracks).
- ✅ You can download songs in advance and sing offline.
Cons:
- ❌ No automatic vocal evaluation.
- ❌ You will have to manually search for songs with text.
🎤 Karaoke Channel (English hits),
🎶 KaraokeRu (Russian songs).-->
7. Alternative methods: connecting a smartphone and game consoles
If the Xiaomi TV does not support app installation or the microphone is not recognized, you can use external devices:
Method 1: Broadcasting from smartphone to Miracast/HDMI
It's suitable for any TV model.
- 📱 Android or iPhone with karaoke app (Smule, StarMaker).
- 🔄 Miracast (wireless broadcast) or HDMI-adapter (e.g, USB-C to HDMI).
How to connect:
- On Xiaomi TV, turn on Miracast: Settings → Connections → Wireless broadcasting.
- On your Android smartphone, open Settings → Connections → Broadcast the screen and select the TV.
- On your iPhone, use Screen Mirroring (in Control Point).
- Run a karaoke app on your smartphone – the image and sound will be broadcast to the TV.
Method 2: Connecting through the game console (PS5, Xbox)
If you have a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X, you can use them for karaoke.
- 🎮 Buy the SingStar game (for the game) PS) Let’s Sing (for Xbox).
- 🎤 Connect the microphone to the console (via the device) USB Bluetooth).
- 📺 Connect the console to the Xiaomi TV via HDMI.
Plus method: professional sound processing and no delays.
8. Frequent problems and their solutions
When setting up karaoke on Xiaomi TV And we've put together solutions for the most common users:
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone's unrecognizable. | No drivers or the wrong connector | Use it. USB-microphone with Plug & Play support or connect via smartphone. |
| The app flies off at launch | Lack of memory or outdated firmware | Clear the cache (Settings) → Annexes → [Name] → Clear the cache) and update. TV. |
| The sound is only through the speakers, the microphone is not heard. | Incorrect entry/exit settings | In the TV sound settings, select the Outer microphone as the source. |
| Stuttering sound when singing | Processor overload | Close the background apps and reduce the video quality in the karaoke app. |
| No Russian-language songs | Regional limitations of the application | Use Yokee or search for songs on YouTube with lyrics tag. |
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV (Like Mi. TV 4A 2018) may not work simultaneously output to speakers and recording from the microphone. in this case, use headphones or external speakers.