Sharams on the screen Xiaomi: the causes and ways to eliminate

Introduction: Why do colorful spots appear on Xiaomi’s screen?

You turned on the Xiaomi Mi TV TV Or you unlocked a Redmi Note 12 smartphone, and suddenly you had some strange colored stains or stripes on your screen? They're called "balls" in the Xiaomi community, a term that comes from the jargon of electronics repairmen. This is not a virus or firmware failure, but a hardware problem of a matrix or video chip, which can manifest itself in various ways: from barely noticeable artifacts to complete unreadability of the image.

Sharams most often occur on devices with AMOLED-screens (smartphones Xiaomi 13 Ultra, POCO F5) and LED-TV panels (Mi) TV Q2, Redmi Smart TV The causes range from overheating to factory defects, but 80 percent of the time, you can fix the problem without going to a service center:

• 🔍 What are Sharams and How to Distinguish Them From Other Screen Defects
• 📱 Top.-5 Xiaomi models most affected by the problem
• 🔧 Step-by-step instructions for diagnosis and elimination
• ⚠ What can not be done to avoid aggravating the breakdown

If you see unusual colored spots on your Xiaomi screen, don't panic. Most of the time, it's not a critical failure, but a temporary failure that you can fix yourself.

What is Sharam: definition and types of defects

Sharams (from the English "sharam" - the slang name for artifacts on the screen) denote uncontrolled color distortions that occur due to malfunctions in the matrix, GPU or plume. Unlike broken pixels (point defects), the charams manifest as:

• 🌈 Multicolored vertical/horizontal stripes (most often green or purple)
• 🎨 Blurred spots with smooth color transitions (for example, a red cloud in the corner of the screen)
• 🔄 Shimmering artifacts that appear when scrolling or changing brightness
• 🖥️ Distorted image (as if the screen had floated")

Sharams are divided into 2 types by origin:

1. Hardware - caused by physical damage to the matrix, oxidation of the plume contacts or overheating of the chip. 2-3 service.
2. Software – arise due to a failure of the display driver or firmware conflict (for example, after an update) MIUI). It is typical for smartphones Redmi and POCO.

Distinguishing the stains from other defects is simple:

Important: if the charams appeared after the device fell or moisture got in, self-repair can aggravate the problem - in this case, a diagnosis is required in the service center.

Top.-5 Xiaomi devices subject to balls

Analysis of forums 4PDA, Mi Community and service centers show that the most common charms appear on the following models:

1. Xiaomi Mi TV Q1/Q2 55"/65" — Problems with the Samsung matrix VA, particularly 2020-2021 Sharams appear as green vertical stripes at high brightness. Why is it Q-series?These models use a thin plume of the matrix-board connection, which oxidizes over time due to temperature changes.

If your model is on this list, don't rush to repair it. 70 percent of the time, the balls are eliminated by software or a simple reboot. For example, Redmi Note 10 Pro often helps reset the screen settings to factory settings.

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV P1 (2022) Sharams can be a sign of detachment of the matrix plume - in this case, self-repair is impossible, since soldering under a microscope is required.

Causes of the appearance of balls: from overheating to factory marriage

Sharamas don't just happen. They always have one of 7 key causes:

• 🔥 Overheating is the most common cause on smartphones.°C (e.g. while playing or charging), the GPU can start to give out artifacts. Check the temperature in Settings → Battery status.
• ⚡ Voltage spike – typical of TVs connected to an unstable network. even a short jump can damage the matrix controller.
• 🛠️ Train damage - on Xiaomi TVs, the plume connects the matrix to the motherboard.
• 🖥️ Firmware failure - after update MIUI Android TV The display driver may not work properly, causing color distortions.
• 🏭 Marriage is especially important for AMOLED-Samsung screens where defects are seen 1-2 year-end.
• 💧 Moisture infestation – even if the phone hasn’t sunk, condensation inside the case can cause contacts to corrosion.
• ⏳ Wearing the matrix - over time OLED-pixels degrade, which leads to uneven glow.

On Xiaomi TVs, charms often appear after a long downtime in the off state (for example, if the TV was not used for a month), this is due to the discharge of capacitors on the power board. The solution is simple: disconnect the TV from the network for 10 minutes, then turn it on again.

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If the balls appeared after the smartphone fell, do not shake it or knock on the case - this can permanently damage the matrix plume. Instead, gently restart the device and check if there are artifacts left.

How to remove the charms on Xiaomi: step-by-step instructions

Before you bring the device to the service, try 5 proven methods of eliminating balls. Start with the simplest and move on to more complex ones:

1. Software Methods (for Smartphones and TV)

For smartphones Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

1. Perform Forced Reboot: Clutch Power + Volume up for 10 seconds.
2. Update the firmware: go to Settings → About Phone → System Update.
3. Reset the display settings: Settings → Screen. → Additionally. → Resetting screen settings.
4. Turn off adaptive brightness and refresh rate: Settings → Screen. → Adaptive brightness (off.).

For Xiaomi Mi TVs:

1. Update the firmware through USB: 1. Download the latest version of the software from the Xiaomi website (Subsection "Support"). 2. Copy the file. update.zip flash-drive (FAT32). 3. Insert the flash drive into the TV and select Settings → About the device → Update through USB.

2. Hardware methods (for experienced users)

If the software methods did not help, try:

• 🔌 Reconnect the matrix plume (TV only!) to remove the back cover and carefully remove/insert the plume into the connector!
• 🔋 Check the power supply. On Xiaomi TVs, unstable voltage can cause artifacts.Try another cable or socket.

⚠️ Warning: If the balls become brighter or larger after rebooting, this is a sign of detachment of the matrix - further manipulations can permanently disable the screen.

What not to do when the balls appear

Some actions may aggravate the problem or even make the device non-repairable.

• 🚫 Knocking on the screen or body – this can damage the fragile plume contacts.
• 🚫 Use "magic" software from the Internet (e.g., "Pixel Fixer"), which not only doesn't help, but can also contain viruses.
• 🚫 Disassemble the TV without experience – in Xiaomi Mi TV high voltage on the food charge (up to 200V), which is dangerous for life.
• 🚫 Update the firmware through unofficial sources – it can finally disable the display controller.
• 🚫 Ignore the problem – if the balls are caused by the oxidation of the plume, over time they will lead to complete image loss.

Forums often advise you to "dryer" the plume of the matrix on the TV, which works only 10% of the time and requires accurate temperature control (no higher than 80).°C. We do not recommend using it without special equipment.

When to contact the service: signs of incorrigible balls

If none of the methods worked, and the balls increase in size or change color, these are signs of a hardware malfunction that cannot be fixed at home.

• 🔴 Sharams appeared after moisture hit (even if the device is turned on).
• 🔴 Artifacts are visible on the boot screensaver (meaning the problem is not the firmware).
• 🔴 The screen flickers with frequency 1-2 Hz (backlight defect).
• 🔴 Xiaomi TV has no image, but there is sound.
• 🔴 Sharams are accompanied by extraneous sounds (squeaking, crackling) from the speakers.

The cost of repair depends on the model:

Important: Xiaomi service centers have a loyalty program – if your device is warranty (up to the same time) 2 For years, repairs can be free. Check the status of the warranty by serial number on the website mi.com/verify.

Prevention: how to avoid the balls on Xiaomi

Preventing orcharms is easier than eliminating them.

• 🌡️ Control the temperature: Don't play heavy games (like Genshin Impact) when charging. Use cooling stand for TVs in hot weather. On smartphones, turn off background processes: Settings: → Annexes → Auto-start.
• ⚡ Protect against surges: Connect the TV through a network filter. Do not use cheap smartphone charges (especially with fast charging).
• 📦 Transport correctly: Transport TVs only upright, and do not put heavy objects on your smartphone screen (such as keys in your pocket).
• 🔄 Update the firmware: On TVs: Settings → About the device → Software Update. On smartphones: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

For Xiaomi TVs, it is recommended to calibrate the screen once every 3 months:

1. Go to Settings. → Image: → Additional settings → Sizing.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen (adjusting brightness, contrast, color balance).

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If you buy a used TV or Xiaomi smartphone, be sure to check the screen for balls. To do this, run a matrix test (for example, the Screen Test application for Android).

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