How to Reset the Remote from Xiaomi TV: 5 Working Ways

Xiaomi’s remote control from a TV is not just an accessory, but a key element of interaction with the device. Over time, it can start to malfunction: do not respond to presses, “whilt” commands or completely stop syncing with the TV. Resetting the remote to factory settings often solves these problems, but many users do not know how to do it correctly.

In this article, you will find step-by-step instructions for all Xiaomi Mi TV models (including Mi TV 4A/4S, Mi TV 5, Mi TV Q1, Mi TV A Pro, and others), as well as ways to diagnose malfunctions. We will analyze both software methods for resetting through the TV menu and hardware using hidden buttons on the remote body.

If your remote has stopped responding to buttons, but the backlight light is on when you press it, the problem is probably firmware or sync. If the indicator does not light up at all, it may indicate battery drain (even if you recently replaced it) or hardware failure. In any case, the reset is worth trying first — it is free and takes no more than 5 minutes.

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1.When do I need to reset the Xiaomi TV remote?

Not all remote control problems require a complete reset, sometimes restarting the TV or replacing the batteries, but there are key signs that resetting becomes necessary:

• 🔄 The remote does not sync with the TV after replacing batteries or updating the firmware.
• 🎮 The buttons are delayed (press once and the command is triggered through a delay). 5-10 seconds).
• 🔋 The indicator on the remote flashes red for more than 30 seconds when trying to connect.
• 🔄 Some buttons (Netflix, Prime Video, Voice Search) have stopped responding, and others are working.
• 📶 The remote is disconnected from the TV a few minutes after connecting.

If you see any of these symptoms, resetting the remote to the factory settings is likely to help, but before you start, make sure that the problem is not with the TV: try to control it through the Mi Remote app on your smartphone. If the app is stable, it's the remote.

It’s also worth checking if the problems are related to the update of the TV firmware. For example, after the release of MIUI TV 3.0, many Mi TV 4S 55 users complained about the loss of communication with the remotes, in which cases, resetting the remote often restores performance.

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2. Method 1: Software reset via the TV menu

This is the safest and most recommended method, as it does not require physical intervention in the remote, suitable for all Xiaomi Mi TV models released after 2018.

Instructions:

If you don’t have Reset on the menu, your model only supports hardware reset (see next section), and it won’t work if the TV doesn’t respond to any remote control (including the original one).

Make sure the batteries in the remote are more than 50% charged

Connect the TV to the Internet (for synchronization after reset)

Record the current sound/image settings (they will reset)

Disable other Bluetooth devices near the TV-->

⚠️ Note: After a software reset, the remote is automatically removed from the list of trusted TV devices. If you use multiple remotes (for example, the main and the spare), you will have to sync them again.

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3. Method 2: Hardware reset using hidden buttons

If the remote is unresponsive or there is no reset option on the TV menu, you can use a hidden reset button on the remote body, which works for most models, including the Mi TV Bluetooth Remote and Mi TV Voice Remote.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn the remote over and find a small hole on the back that says Reset (usually next to the battery compartment).
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick and press the button inside the hole for 10-15 seconds.
3. The indicator on the remote should flash red 3 times - this is a signal of a successful reset.
4. Remove the batteries for 30 seconds, then insert them back in.
5. Sync the remote with the TV: pinch Menu + OK before the blue blinking appears.

On some remotes (e.g., the Mi TV Q1 75), the Reset button can be hidden under a sticker, in which case, gently tuck it in with a fingernail or a plastic card.

If the remote is still not working after a hardware reset, check the integrity of the contacts of the batteries - sometimes they oxidize. Also make sure that the TV is turned on Bluetooth (in the Settings menu). → Connections).

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If the Reset button doesn't press, try using a syringe needle (no needle!) or a thin nail.

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4. Method 3: Reset via the Mi Home app (for smart remotes)

Xiaomi remotes with Mi Home support (for example, for Mi TV A Pro or Mi TV ES) can be reset via a mobile app, which is useful if the remote is connected to the Xiaomi ecosystem (for example, controls not only the TV, but also smart lamps).

How to reset:

1. Open the Mi Home app on your smartphone.
2. Go to the Devices section → DU remote.
3. Select your remote and press. ⚙ Settings → Untie the device.
4. Confirm the deletion (the app will show the notification Device is disabled).
5. Return to the TV and sync the remote again (press Menu + OK).

If the remote is not displayed in Mi Home, it is not tied to your Xiaomi account. In this case, use hardware reset (Method 2).

⚠️ Warning: After uncoupling through Mi Home, the remote may lose its connection not only to the TV, but also to other smart devices (for example, air conditioning or a robot vacuum cleaner.

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5. Method 4: Reset via engineering menu (for advanced)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try resetting the remote via the TV’s engineering menu, which is suitable for Android TV models (e.g. Mi TV 5 Pro or Mi TV Q2).

Instructions:

1. Turn on the TV and go to Settings → About TV.
2. Find the item Build Number and click on it 7 times in a row (you will be notified of becoming a developer).
3. Go back to the main settings menu and select a new section for developers.
4. Activate the USB debugging option (if any).
5. Go to Settings → Devices → Remote DU → Advanced settings.
6. Select Reset all remotes and confirm the action.

After that, all the previously paired remotes will be removed and they will have to be reconnected, which is the most radical method, so only use it if other methods have not worked.

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Method 5: Complete reset of the TV (last resort)

If the remote still doesn't work and other methods haven't worked, it's left to reset the TV to factory settings, which will delete all the data, including the apps installed and the image settings, but often solves the problems with syncing devices.

How to reset the TV:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Reset all settings (or Reset factory settings).
3. Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
4. Wait for the reboot (it will take 3-5 minutes).
5. After turning on, sync the remote again (click Menu + OK).

This method should only be used as a last resort, as it erases all personal data. If the TV does not respond to commands, you can reset through a button on the case:

1. Turn the TV off the socket.
2. Press the power button on the case and, holding it, connect the TV to the network.
3. Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the Xiaomi logo appears.
4. Release the button and the TV will start the reset process.

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Before you completely reset your TV, make sure to record or photograph your current audio, network and image settings, and it will be difficult to restore them after you manually reset them.

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7. Solving common problems after resetting

Even after a successful reset, the remote may not work properly, and here are the typical problems and solutions:

• 🔴 Disconnect: Make sure the TV and remote are no more than 1 meter away. Turn off other Bluetooth devices (earphones, smartphones). Reboot the TV (Settings) → Reboot).
• 🔄 Buttons are running with a delay: Update the TV firmware (Settings) → On TV. → Update the system. Replace the batteries with new ones (even if the old ones seem to work), remove the remote from the list of devices and reconnect.
• 📶 The remote itself shuts down: Check if the metal case of the table or other appliances block the signal. In the TV menu, turn off Bluetooth Energy Saving (Settings) → Connections → Reset the remote again (sometimes double reset helps).

If the remote is still not working, check it on another Xiaomi TV (at friends or in the service center).If the problem persists, the hardware is likely to malfunction (for example, a Bluetooth module burned out).

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Some Xiaomi remotes may have a gyro calibration (if any) that is lost after reset, and to restore it, quickly spin the remote in the air in different directions, so that the TV automatically calibrates the sensors.

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8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)