How to turn on a 43-inch Xiaomi Mi TV: 5 working ways + problem solving

Xiaomi Mi TV 43-inch series (Mi TV 4A/4S/4X/4C models) became popular thanks to the combination of price, picture quality and features of Smart TV based on Android TV. However, even with such an advanced device, users face a basic problem: how to turn on the TV correctly if it does not respond to the remote, freezes after an update or requires initial setting. This article covers all possible scenarios for inclusion – from standard launch to emergency methods.

Xiaomi TVs often come with a minimalist remote without traditional power buttons (such as Bluetooth remote models), which causes confusion among new owners. We will examine not only the obvious ways, but also the hidden features: turn on via voice assistant, use of a mobile application, and what to do if the TV does not turn on after firmware or reset to factory settings.

1. Standard onset with the remote control

Most Xiaomi Mi TV 43 models (e.g. Mi TV 4A 43" or Mi TV 4S 43") come with two types of remotes: a classic infrared (IR) and a modern Bluetooth remote with a microphone.

For IR remote (black plastic with Power button):

• 🔘 Point the remote to the IR receiver of the TV (usually located below the screen at the bottom right).
• 🔋 Make sure that the remote has working batteries installed (if the indicator does not burn when you press the buttons).
• 📺 Press and hold the Power button 2-3 seconds before the Mi logo appears.

For Bluetooth remote (metal with microphone and touch panel):

• 🔄 If the remote is discharged, connect it to the USB- port of the TV to charge (the indicator will light up red).
• 🎤 Press the Power button (or touch area with power icon) briefly.
• 🔗 If the remote is not paired, hold the Mi + Back for 5 seconds to re-sync.

⚠️ Warning: If the TV doesn't respond to the IR remote, check if the receiver is covered with a decorative panel or posters. The Bluetooth remote works up to 10 meters away, but requires pre-synchronization.

2. Powering without remote: buttons on the body

All Xiaomi Mi TV 43 models have physical control buttons on the back or side panel, and their location depends on the year of release:

• 📏 2018–2020 (e.g., Mi TV 4A): Power button + joystick on the right sidebar.
• 📏 2021–2023 (e.g., Mi TV 4S/4X): A touch button under the Mi logo on the bottom bezel.

Instructions for inclusion:

1. Find the power button (usually indicated by the O/I icon).
2. Press and hold it for 3-5 seconds before the indicator (red/white LED) appears.
3. If the button is touch-sensitive, tap it once – the TV should turn on within 10 seconds.

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If the button on the case does not work, try to disconnect the TV from the network for 1 minute, then try again.

3. Enable via the Mi Home or Google Home mobile app

If the remote is lost or discharged, the TV can be turned on via a smartphone, and for this Xiaomi Mi TV 43 must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the phone.

Method 1: Mi Home App (only for models with Mi Ecosystem support):

• 📱 Install the Mi Home app from the App Store or Google Play.
• 🔗 Sign in with the same Xiaomi account as you do on your TV.
• 📺 Find the device in the list, click on it and select "Manage" → "Enable".

Method 2: Google Home (for Android TV models):

• 🔍 On Google Home, find your TV in the Devices section.
• 🔄 Click on the power icon or say in your voice, "OK Google, turn on Mi TV."

⚠️ Warning: Voice control through Google Assistant only works on models with a pre-configured Google account. If the TV is not activated, this method will not work.

4. Enable after updating or resetting settings

After updating the firmware or resetting to factory settings (Factory Reset), the Xiaomi Mi TV 43 can behave outside the box: do not respond to the remote, hover on the logo or require reconfiguration.

Situation 1: The TV is getting stuck on the Mi or Android TV logo

• ⏳ Wait 10-15 minutes — sometimes the initial download after the update takes a long time.
• 🔌 If the freeze lasts longer, disconnect the TV from the network for 30 seconds, then turn it on again.
• 🔄 If the problem recurs, perform a forced reset: Hold the power button on the case for 15 seconds.

Situation 2: Reconfiguration is required

After resetting, the TV will start in First Setup mode.

If at the stage of setting up the TV asks to update the software, do not miss this step - outdated firmware can cause failures.

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Hard Reset erases all data, including apps and accounts installed, and only use it if other methods have failed.

Emergency on-set methods (if the TV does not respond)

If the Xiaomi Mi TV 43 does not turn on any of the above methods, the reason may be:

• 🔋 Faulty power supply (no LED indication).
• 🔌 Motherboard problems (TV turned on but no image)
• 📱 Firmware failure (cyclic reboot).

Method 1: Nutrition check

• 🔌 Turn off the power cable from the socket and TV, wait 1 minute.
• 🔍 Check the cable for damage. Try another cable (from the monitor or other TV).
• 💡 Check the socket – connect another device (like charging your phone).

Method 2: Forced reset

If the TV is on a black screen or the indicator flashes:

1. Hold the power button on the body for 20-30 seconds.
2. Turn off the power for 5 minutes, then turn it on again.
3. If the image does not appear but there is sound, the problem may be in the screen lighting (repair required).

Method 3: Firmware recovery via USB

If the TV is cyclically restarted or shows a No boot error:

• 📁 Download the official firmware for your model from Xiaomi support site.
• 📝 Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root of the FAT32- flash drive.
• 🔌 Insert the flash drive into the USB- port of the TV, hold the power button for 10 seconds to start recovery.

6. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even after successful activation, users face typical problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

Mistake: The TV turns on but shuts off immediately

This may be related to:

• 🔋 Failure of the capacitors in the power supply (replacement required).
• 📱 Firmware failure (try to reflash through USB).
• 🔌 Activated eco-energy saving mode (turn off in power settings).

⚠️ Warning: If the TV makes clicks or smells of a burn when turned on, immediately disconnect it from the network! These are signs of short circuit - further use is dangerous.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the inclusion of Xiaomi Mi TV 43