How to restart Xiaomi TV if it freezes: step-by-step instructions

Xiaomi's hung TV is a problem that almost every smart TV owner of this brand faces. The reasons can be different, from bugs in the MIUI TV firmware to overheating of the hardware. But the result is one: the screen does not respond to the remote, the buttons do not work, and the picture either freezes in one frame or disappears altogether. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways of rebooting, from the safest to the radical, and explain why forced power outage should be the last option.

It is important to understand that the reboot method depends on the model of the TV and the degree of freeze. For example, for the Mi TV 4S and Mi TV Q1, one action will work, and for the Mi TV P1 with the MT9638 processor – other. We will look at universal solutions that work on 90% of Xiaomi devices, and also point out nuances for specific series.

If your TV isn't just freezing, but it's producing a No Signal, Bootloop, or it's not turning on at all, that's another problem that needs to be diagnosed, and here we focus specifically on situations where the device is responding to power but not following commands.

1.Soft reboot: button on remote

The easiest and safest way is to use the regular functions of the remote control (DU), which is suitable if the Xiaomi TV is not critical: for example, slows the interface, does not open applications or switch channels.

Most Xiaomi consoles (including models for Mi TV 4A, Mi TV 5 and later) have a button combination to reboot:

• 🔄 Hold on Home (home) + Menu (menu) simultaneously for 5-7 seconds.
• 📺 On some remotes (for example, for Mi). TV Q2) The combination back (back) works) + Menu.
• ⚡ If the remote doesn’t respond, try bringing it as close to the TV as possible (at a distance of 10-15 cm) – sometimes it helps with a weak signal.

After holding the buttons on the screen should appear menu with a suggestion to restart the device. If this does not happen, move to the next method.

⚠️ Note: On touch panels (such as the Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro), button combinations may not work.

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If the remote is discharged, plug it into charging for 10 minutes - sometimes enough to get it back on track and allow a soft reboot to be performed.

2.Reboot through physical buttons on the TV

All Xiaomi TVs are equipped with physical control buttons that duplicate the basic functions of the remote, located on the bottom or side panel of the case (usually under the Mi logo).

• 📌 One button Power/Joystick (feeding + joystick - on Mi TV 4S, Mi TV 5 Pro.
• 📌 Three buttons: Menu, Volume -/+ — on Mi TV Q1, Mi TV P1.
• 📌 Touch panel with lighting - on premium models (Mi) TV Master).

Reloading instructions:

1. Find the Power button (or joystick) on the case.
2. Hold it for 10-15 seconds until the TV starts to reboot (the screen will go out and light up again).
3. If the button is one (joystick), press it once to turn on the menu, then select Reboot using the joystick.

On models with three buttons (Menu, Volume) the algorithm is different:

1. Press Menu and hold for 5 seconds.
2. With Volume +/- select Restart.
3. Confirm your choice by pressing Menu.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with an Amlogic processor (e.g. Mi) TV 4A) Long-term retention of the Power button may result in a complete shutdown rather than a reboot, in which case you will have to press Power again to turn on.

3. Forced reboot: disconnection from the network

If the milder ones didn't work, the radical solution is to shut down the power completely, and it works 100 percent of the time, but it has risks.

• 🔋 Possible loss of unsaved data (for example, progress in the game or app settings).
• 🛠️ In case of frequent forced shutdowns, the eMMC storage file system may be damaged.
• ⚡ On some models, the Mi TV Master) after such a reset may require reconfiguration of Wi-Fi.

How to properly disable:

1. Pull the power cord out of the socket or press the off button on the network filter.
2. Wait at least 30 seconds (preferably 1-2 minutes) - this time is enough to discharge the capacitors on the motherboard.
3. Connect the power back and turn on the TV with the Power button.

If the TV is connected through a voltage stabilizer or UPS, turn it off, not from the socket, and this will prevent voltage surges when you turn on again.

4.Reboot through the recovery menu (Recovery Mode)

If the TV is turned on but hangs on the Mi logo or is cyclically rebooted (Bootloop), it will help to enter the recovery mode. This method is suitable for experienced users, as improper actions can lead to a reset.

Instructions for entering Recovery Mode:

1. Turn off the TV (pull the cord).
2. Press and hold the Menu button on the TV body (or the joystick down if the button is one).
3. Without releasing the button, connect the power back.
4. Hold the button for another 10-15 seconds until the Recovery menu appears.

In the recovery menu, you will see the following items (navigation is done by the Volume buttons, confirmation is Menu or joystick):

• 🔄 Reboot system now - standard restart.
• 📦 Wipe data/factory Reset – Complete reset (deleting all data!).
• 🔧 Wipe cache partition – Cache cleanup (safe for data).

To solve the problem of freezing, choose Wipe cache partition, then Reboot system now. This will clear temporary files that may have caused the crash, but will not affect your settings and applications.

⚠️ Attention: Wipe Item data/factory reset erases all data, including accounts, installed apps and image settings. Use it only if other methods have not worked, and you are ready to reconfigure the TV.

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5.Reboot via the Mi Home app (for smart TVs)

If your Xiaomi TV is connected to the Mi Home ecosystem (e.g., Mi TV Q1E or Mi TV P1E with IoT support), it can be rebooted remotely via the mobile app, which is convenient if the remote is lost or not working.

Instructions:

1. Install the Mi Home app on your smartphone (available for Android and iOS).
2. Sign in with the same Xiaomi account as you do on your TV.
3. Go to the Devices section → Choose your TV set.
4. Put three points on it (⋮) top-right → Reboot.

If the TV is not displayed in the list of devices:

• 🔌 Check if your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔄 Restart your router – sometimes Xiaomi devices lose communication with servers.
• 📱 Update the Mi Home app to the latest version.

This method does not work on all models, for example, the budget Mi TV 4A does not support remote reboot, and on the Mi TV Master this feature may be blocked due to security policy.

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Remote reboot via Mi Home is the safest way, as it does not require physical intervention and does not risk data.

6. Diagnostics of causes of hanging: how to avoid repeated failures

If Xiaomi's TV is hanging regularly, a simple reboot is a temporary solution.

• 🖥️ Outdated firmware: Check the version in Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🔥 Overheating: Make sure the vents are not closed and the TV is not standing in a niche without air circulation.
• 🎮 Heavy apps: Games (e.g., Genshin Impact via cloud service) or 4K-Content can overload the processor.
• 📶 Unstable Internet connection: Frequent Wi-Fi breaks cause Google Play Services to crash.

How to make a diagnosis:

1. Run the built-in testing: go to Settings → Support → Self-diagnosis.
2. Check the temperature of the case – if the back panel is hot, let the TV cool for 1-2 hours.
3. Disable external devices (configures, sound panels, USB-● Switches – they may conflict with the software.

If crashes occur when you view specific content (such as Netflix or YouTube), try:

• 📺 Reset the application settings: Settings → Annexes → [name] → Clear the cache.
• 🔄 Reinstall the problem application.
• 📶 Connect to the Internet via Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi.

FAQ: Frequent questions about rebooting Xiaomi TVs