How to reboot the remote from the Xiaomi Mi TV: all the ways from reset to firmware

Why Xiaomi Mi TV Remote Should Reboot?

Remote controls from Xiaomi Mi TVs (including Mi TV 4A/4S/5X/6, Redmi Smart TV and Mi TV Q1/Q2) are Bluetooth or IR-based, but even they are not immune to failures. If the remote stopped responding to presses, “hangs” after updating the TV firmware or began to send commands arbitrarily – most likely, it needs to be rebooted or reset.

Unlike classic IR panels, Xiaomi’s smart remotes have their own processor, memory, and even battery (in rechargeable models), which makes them vulnerable to software errors, especially after:

• 🔄 TV firmware updates (the remote may lose communication with the TV due to changes in the Bluetooth protocol).
• 🔋 Deep battery discharge (if the remote was left unused for more than 3 months).
• 📱 Connecting new devices to a TV (Bluetooth connection conflicts).
• ⚡ Power surges in the network (even if the remote is not connected to the outlet, static electricity can damage the chips).

Before you take a remote to a service center or buy a new one, try a software reboot or hardware reset, which solves the problem at no extra cost in 80% of cases.

Method 1: Soft reboot (without resetting settings)

If the Xiaomi Mi TV is “hanging” but still reacts to some buttons (for example, the backlight flashes when you press), try a soft reboot. This method does not remove the paired devices and saves the settings.

Instructions:

1. Make sure that the remote has a charge (if the model has a battery) or batteries (if the IR remote).
2. Press the Menu (or Home) and Back buttons for 10-15 seconds at the same time.
3. Release the buttons when the indicator on the remote flashes red 3 times (or goes out and lights up again).
4. Wait 30 seconds, the remote will automatically reconnect to the TV.

If the remote does not work after restarting, check:

• 🔌 Battery charge (connect the remote to charge for 10 minutes, even if the indicator is green).
• 📶 Distance to TV (Bluetooth remotes lose communication at a distance of more than 8 meters).
• 🔄 Reboot the TV (sometimes the failure occurs on the TV side, not the remote control).

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If after a soft reboot the remote works unstable (delays, double presses), try to reset it to factory settings - this often helps with the "glitch" of the firmware.

Method 2: Hard Reset via hidden button

If the soft reboot doesn't work, you'll have to reset it completely, and this method removes all the paired devices and returns the remote to the factory settings, and after a hard reset, you'll have to reconnect the remote to the TV via the Bluetooth menu.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn over the remote and find the hidden reset button (usually located next to the battery compartment or under the battery cover). In the remotes of Xiaomi Mi TV, this is a small hole that says RESET.
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick and press the button for 15-20 seconds.
3. The indicator on the remote should flash red 5 times - this is a signal of a successful reset.
4. Connect the remote to the TV via Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.

Make sure the TV is on and in device search mode|Press the Pair button (or hold the Home button) + Back)|Confirm the connection on the TV screen|Check all buttons-->

⚠️ Warning: If the remote does not find the TV after reset, check:

• 📺 TV model – some Xiaomi remotes are not compatible with other brands’ TVs (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV It may not work with Mi. TV 4A 2018).
• 🔄 TV firmware version – upgrade the TV to the latest version via Settings → On TV. → Update of the PO.

Method 3: Flashing the remote via USB (for advanced)

If the Xiaomi Mi TV is completely “bricked” (does not respond to buttons, does not flash the indicator, does not detect the TV), you may need to flash the firmware. This method is only suitable for Bluetooth-based remotes with a battery (models Mi Remote Pro, Mi TV Stick Remote, etc.).

You'll need firmware.

• 🖥️ Windows computer 10/11 macOS.
• 🔌 USB-cable (usually Micro-USB or Type-C, depending on the remote model).
• 📁 Firmware for your remote model (download at miuirom.org or Xiaomi Firmware Updater).
• 🛠️ MiFlash or Fastboot Tools.

Firmware instructions:

1. Connect the remote to the computer via USB.
2. Press the Home button and hold it, connect the cable – the remote must be defined as a device in Fastboot mode.
3. Run MiFlash, select the downloaded firmware (file with the extension.tgz or.img).
4. Press Flash and wait until the process is complete (usually 2-5 minutes).
5. Turn off the remote and wait 1 minute - it will automatically reboot.

⚠️ Warning: Wrong firmware can completely disable the remote.If you are not sure about your skills, you should contact the Xiaomi service center.

Method 4: Reset via the TV menu (if the remote is partially working)

If the Xiaomi Mi remote is TV It responds to some buttons (like Power or Home) but others don't work, try resetting it through the TV menu. RESET.

How to reset the remote over TV:

1. Turn on the TV with a button on the case (if the remote does not respond).
2. Go to Settings → Devices → Remote DU.
3. Select Reset remote (or Forget device if remote is connected via Bluetooth).
4. Confirm the action and wait 10 seconds.
5. Press Home + Back for 5 seconds and it will go into pairing mode.
6. Connect the remote again via the Bluetooth menu.

If the Reset remote is missing, try an alternative route:

Settings → About TV → Software Update → Additional → Resetting the remote

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Resetting the TV menu only works for Bluetooth remotes. If you have an IR remote, this method won't help, use the RESET button method.

Method 5: Alternative control methods (if the remote does not work at all)

If all the reboot methods didn’t help, and the Xiaomi Mi TV remote still doesn’t work, use alternative methods of controlling the TV:

• 📱 Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS) download it from Google Play or App Store, select a TV model and connect via Wi-Fi.
• 🖱️ Mouse or keyboard via Bluetooth. Connect them through Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.

If you are planning to buy a new remote, pay attention to:

• 🔍 Compatibility with TV model (for example, the remote from Mi) TV 4A It may not work with Redmi Smart. TV X).

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When rebooting or resetting the Xiaomi Mi TV, users often make mistakes that can make the problem worse.

• ⏳ Insufficient button retention time: When softly reset or reset the button, you need to hold at least 15 seconds (many release earlier when the indicator flashes 1-2 times).
• 🔋 Use of non-original batteries. Cheap batteries may not provide enough current, which causes the remote to run unstablely.
• 📡 Ignoring TV updates: If the TV hasn’t been updated in a long time, the new remote may not connect due to outdated firmware.
• 🔌 Connection to a faulty USB-Always use the back ports of the computer (they are more stable than the front ones).

⚠️ If after resetting the remote control stopped turning on the TV, check:

1. Is the child mode on TV activated (it can block some functions of the remote control). 2. Is there any restrictions on Bluetooth in the security settings of the TV. 3. Does the remote not conflict with other Bluetooth devices (earphones, speakers, smartphones).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions