How to reboot the Xiaomi 4S TV: soft reset, forced restart and factory reset

When do you need to reboot your Xiaomi Mi TV 4S?

Xiaomi Mi TV 4S (models 32, 43, 50, 55, 65) based on Android TV sometimes require a reboot to solve software failures. This can be interface freeze, errors when launching applications (for example, Netflix or YouTube), problems with connecting to Wi-Fi or slow system operation. In most cases, a soft reboot is the analogue of restarting a smartphone.

However, if the TV is completely frozen (it does not respond to the remote, the screen is black or the Mi logo flashes), a forced restart or even a factory reset will be required, the latter option being used in extreme cases, since it deletes all installed applications and personal data (accounts, Wi-Fi settings, saved passwords).

In this article, three proven ways to reboot the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, including hidden button combinations to restore performance without losing data. The instructions are relevant for all firmware versions (including MIUI TV 3.0 and later) and do not require special skills.

Method 1: Soft reboot via the settings menu

This is the safest method, which does not affect user data, suitable if the TV responds to commands from the remote, but is unstable (brakes, applications fly out, no sound).

Instructions:

• 📺 Press the Menu (or Settings) button on Xiaomi’s remote.
• 🔍 Go to the Settings section → The device → Reboot (on some versions of the software the path may be different: Settings → System system → Reboot).
• ⚙️ Select the "Reset" option and confirm the action.

The TV will turn off and automatically turn on after 10-20 seconds. If after the reboot the problem persists (for example, Google Play is not working or there is no image), try updating the firmware or use the following method.

Disable external devices (flash drives, hard drives)

Close all applications

Make sure the remote is working (replace the batteries if necessary)

Connect the TV to 220V (do not use a network filter)

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Method 2: Forced reboot with buttons on the body

If the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S is stuck (it doesn’t respond to the remote, the screen is black or the indicator flashes), use physical buttons on the back. This method simulates hardware reset and helps in 90% of freezes.

How to do this:

1. 🔌 Find the Power button on the back of the TV (usually located on the right or bottom, next to the ports). HDMI).
2. 🖕 Press the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the TV is turned off (the indicator goes out).
3. ⏻️ Release the button and wait 30 seconds.
4. 🔄 Press Power again to turn on the TV.

If the Power button is missing (on some Mi TV 4S 32 models), use the combination:

Press the "Loudness -" and "Power" buttons for 10 seconds at the same time.

⚠️ Note: Do not use this method more than 1 time a day. Frequent forced reboots can damage the file system of the eMMC-drive TV.

Method 3: Reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

This method deletes all data, including installed apps, accounts and settings, and only use it if:

• 🐢 The TV is very slow even after a soft reboot.
• 🔄 Cyclically rebooted (hang on the Mi logo).
• 📵 Does not connect to Wi-Fi or does not recognize the remote.
• 🛠️ Preparation for sale or transfer to another user is required.

How to perform the reset:

1. 📋 Go to Settings. → The device → Resetting settings (or Settings) → System system → Additionally. → Reset TV).
2. 🔐 Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000, 1234 or last installed by you).
3. ⚠️ Confirm the action – the TV will restart and start the recovery process (it will take 3-5 minutes).

After the reset, you will need to reset the language, connect to Wi-Fi and log in to your Google/Mi Account. If the TV does not turn on after the reset, check the power supply or contact the service center.

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Before reset, record or photograph the image settings (brightness, contrast, color profile) – this will help to quickly restore them after rebooting.

Frequent Mistakes When Rebooting Xiaomi Mi TV 4S and How to Avoid Them

Many users make mistakes that can make the problem worse, and here are the most common ones:

1. Interrupt the reset process: If the TV reboots for longer than 5 minutes (for example, after a factory reset), do not force it to turn it off. This can damage the firmware.
2. Use a non-original remote. Some universal remotes don't correctly send a reboot command. Use only Xiaomi's native remote or the Mi Remote app on your smartphone.
3. Reset without backup. Before the factory reset, save a list of installed apps (you can take a picture of the Google Play screen).
4. Ignore updates. If the TV is constantly hanging, check for firmware updates in Settings → About TV → System Update.

If the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S does not turn on after the reboot or if it gives a “No signal” error, check:

• 🔌 Power cable and socket (try another device in the same socket).
• 📡 Connection to HDMI-port (if an external signal source is used).
• 🔋 Front indicator: if it's red - power problem, if white flashes - firmware failure.

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If the TV does not respond to the remote or buttons, disconnect it from the network for 5 minutes. This will reset temporary data in RAM and often solves the problem of freezing.

How to reboot Xiaomi Mi TV 4S without remote control?

If the remote is lost or broken, there are three alternative ways:

1. Mi Remote app (for smartphones)

Download the official Mi Remote app from Google Play or the App Store:

• 📱 Connect your smartphone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔍 In the application, select "Add device" → "Television" → "Mi TV 4S".
• 🎮 Use the virtual remote to reboot through the settings menu.

2. Physical buttons on the TV

The back of the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S has touch buttons (usually hidden under the cover):

• 🔽 Loudness - + Loudness + (simultaneously - calling the menu.
• 🔘 OK (Central button - Selecting a point.
• 🔄 Power - reboot.

3.The Google Assistant Voice Assistant

If your TV is connected to your Google account, use voice commands:

Google, reboot the Mi TV 4S

Or through the Google Home app:

1. Open Google Home → Choose your TV set.
2. Press. ⚙️ Settings → Reboot.

⚠️ Warning: If the TV is not connected to Wi-Fi, voice commands and the Mi Remote app will not work, in which case only the physical Power button or disconnection from the network remains.

What to do if the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S does not reboot?

If none of the methods worked, the problem could be hardware.

For flashing through USB Recovery:

1. Download the official firmware for the Mi TV 4S from the Xiaomi Support website.
2. Unpack the archive and copy the update.zip file to the flash drive (FAT32 format).
3. Insert the flash drive into the USB port of the TV.
4. Press Volume + Power for 10 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
5. Select "Apply update from USB" and confirm.

If after these actions the TV does not work, contact the authorized service center Xiaomi. the average cost of diagnosis is 500-1000 rubles.

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