A forgotten password on Xiaomi Mi TV 4A can become a serious problem: the TV blocks access to settings, apps and even viewing content. Unlike smartphones, where password resets often boil down to recovery through a Google account, Xiaomi TVs have their own nuances — especially if we are talking about models of 2017-2020 release. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of unlocking, from official (via Mi Account) to technical (reset to factory settings).
It's important to understand that the methods vary depending on the firmware version and the type of lock. For example, if you forget the PIN for parental control, the solutions will be different than when you lock the screen after unsuccessful input attempts. We will look at both scenarios, and also give recommendations on how to avoid re-blocking.
1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)
If your Xiaomi Mi TV 4A is linked to your Mi Account (which is a prerequisite for most features, including software updates), you can restore access through Xiaomi’s website. This method works even if the TV is not currently connected to the Internet – the main thing is that you have previously synced.
Instructions:
- 🌐 Go to account.xiaomi.com from your computer or other device.
- 🔑 Sign in with the same account you used on the TV.
- 📱 In the Devices section, find your Mi. TV 4A (may be displayed as "MiTV-4A-..." or by serial number).
- 🔄 Click Delete Device or Reset Password (depending on the interface version).
- 📺 Restart the TV – after that, it may suggest entering a new password or even removing the lock.
⚠️ Note: If the TV is not displayed in the list of devices, then the account was linked incorrectly or later canceled.
2. Reset password through service mode (for advanced users)
If the official method didn't work, you can try resetting your password through the service menu, which requires access to the remote control and follow the instructions precisely, as wrong actions can cause the system to crash.
Step-by-step:
- Turn off the TV with a button on the remote.
- Press the Menu + Up button combination (on the directional arrow) and, holding them, press the power button on the TV (not on the remote!).
- Hold the buttons until the Mi logo and Service Mode (usually 10-15 seconds) appear.
- In the service menu, select Factory Reset or Clear Password (navigation – volume buttons, choice – OK).
- Confirm the reset and wait for the reset.
⚠️ Note: Some of the Mi's firmware TV 4A Service menus may be missing or require additional code to be entered. If after 3 attempts the TV does not respond, stop trying - this may indicate hardware locking.
What to do if the service menu is not opened?
3. Hardware reset to factory settings
The most radical, but also the most reliable way is to completely reset your settings, which will delete all data, including installed apps, stored Wi-Fi passwords and image settings, but it will guarantee that any lock is removed.
How to perform the reset:
- 🔌 Turn off the TV from the power supply for 1 minute, then turn it on again.
- 🎮 On the remote control, press the Menu buttons simultaneously. + Home (home) and hold for 10-12 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
- 🔄 In the menu, select Wipe. Data/Factory Reset (use volume buttons for navigation, OK choice).
- ⏳ Wait until the process is complete (it can take up to 5 minutes).The TV will reboot and prompt you to set it up as new.
📌 Important: On some Mi models TV 4A (firmware-wise MIUI TV 3.0 and below) a hardware reset may require a PIN to be entered even after the reset, in which case only flashing through the USB.
Turn off the TV for 1 minute
Prepare the original remote control (not universal)
Record the serial number of the TV (in case of request for support)
Make sure there is no important data (reset will delete everything)
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4. Unlock through USB-storage)
If standard methods fail, USB flashing is left to power users, because it requires downloading the official firmware and following the instructions accurately, and errors can lead to a "bricking" of the TV.
What you need:
- 💾 USB-accumulator (FAT32, up to 8 GB).
- 🖥️ Computer for downloading firmware.
- 📁 Official firmware for Xiaomi Mi TV 4A (You can download it on miui.tv or forums. 4PDA).
Instructions:
- Download the firmware (file with.zip extension) and unpack it to the root USB-The name of the folder should be upgraded.
- Put the flash drive in. USB-TV port (the port should be) USB 2.0, usually black).
- Press on the Menu + Loudness up and, holding, turn on the TV with the power button.
- From the recovery menu, select Apply update from USB → specify the firmware file.
- Wait until the TV is finished (don't turn off!) After the reboot, the lock will be removed.
⚠️ Note: Use only official firmware from trusted sources. Homemade builds may contain viruses or incompatible drivers, which will cause the TV to break. If the screen does not turn on after firmware or the Mi logo flashes, contact the service center.
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Before you run the firmware, check the TV model with a sticker on the back. The firmware for the Mi TV 4A 32" may not be suitable for the Mi TV 4A 55" even if they are the same series.
5. Bypassing the blocking of parental control
If the TV is locked due to parental controls (for example, after repeatedly entering the wrong PIN), standard password reset methods may not work, in which case a special unlock code or reset via Mi Home (if the TV is connected to the Xiaomi smart home) will help.
Ways of circumvention:
- 🔢 Enter standard code 1234 or 0000 – on some firmware it works as a backup.
- 📱 If the TV is tied to the Mi Home app, try resetting the PIN through the Devices section. → Mi TV 4A → Parental control settings.
- 🔧 On firmware older than 2020, the bypass through Settings works → On TV. → Software Version: Quickly press 5 times on Software Version to open hidden reset menu.
📌 Note: New versions MIUI TV (4.0 and above) bypassing parental controls without resetting is not possible. If the TV requests a password even after rebooting, you will have to perform a full reset (see section 3).
6. Appeal in support of Xiaomi (guarantee cases)
If all of these methods have not worked, it remains to contact official support Xiaomi.
- 🔒 TV locked after firmware update.
- 🛠️ Guarantee Apparatus (self-dumping may cancel the warranty).
- 💻 The screen displays a Device Locked or Mi Account Verification Failed error.
How to contact support:
- By phone: 8 800 555-05-35 (free for Russia).
- Through chat: support.xiaomi.ru.
- At the service center: find the nearest one on the map.
⚠️ Warning: A check or a warranty card may be required to prove ownership, and if the TV is hand-held, it will be more difficult to restore access, support may request the previous owner's data.
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Officially unlocking through Xiaomi support is the only legal way if the TV is tied to someone else’s Mi Account (for example, after buying a used one).
Comparison of Unlocking Methods
| Method | Difficulty | Time. | Loss of data | It works without the internet. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Through the Mi Account. | ⭐ | 5-10 minutes | No. | Yes. |
| Service menu | ⭐⭐ | 10-15 minutes | Partially. | Yes. |
| Hardware discharge | ⭐⭐ | 15-20 minutes | Complete. | Yes. |
| Flashing over USB | ⭐⭐⭐ | 30–60 minutes | Complete. | No (PC needed) |
| Appeal of support | ⭐⭐⭐ | 1-7 days | No. | No. |