Parental controls on Xiaomi TVs are a useful feature for content restriction, but sometimes it becomes an obstacle. You may have forgotten your password, bought a used device with activated restrictions, or just want to return full access to the settings. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of removing parental controls on Mi TV 4A/4S/5/5X/6 models and others, including official and alternative solutions.
It's important to understand that the manufacturer doesn't provide "easy" bypass protection, it's done for the safety of children, but there are legal ways to reset settings through the restore menu, firmware updates or even hardware methods for power users, and we'll describe each option in detail, specifying the risks and conditions required.
If you are not sure about your technical skills, we recommend that you try out software methods first, which are less risky and do not require disassembling the device. For complex cases (for example, if the TV is locked at the bootloader level), you may need help from a service center.
1. Standard disabling parental control through settings
The easiest way to do this is to use the MIUI TV interface, if you remember the password or if it wasn't changed by the previous owner, which works on all modern models, including the Xiaomi TV Q1/Q2 and Mi TV P1.
Instructions:
- 📺 Turn on the TV and go to the main menu with the Menu button on the remote.
- 🔧 Select the Settings section → System system → Parental control (on some models, the path may differ: Settings) → Security → Limitations).
- 🔐 Enter your current password (often used by 0000, 1234 or 1111 by default).
- ❌ Disable the function or change the restriction settings at your discretion.
If the password doesn’t work, try the standard combinations for Xiaomi:
- 🔢 0000 – factory password on most models
- 🔢 1234 or 1111 - Alternatives
- 🔢 6543 or 8888 - less common, but sometimes triggered
⚠️ Warning: After 5 failed password attempts, the TV can block access to settings for 30 minutes. Don't try to brute-force the code, this will only make things worse.
2. Resetting to factory settings via the recovery menu
If the default password doesn't fit and the previous owner didn't provide it, it's left to reset completely, which will delete all data, including accounts, apps installed, and personal settings, but will return access to parental controls.
Step-by-step:
- 🔄 Turn off the TV with the remote control.
- 🔘 Press the Menu button on the remote. + Volume Down (Louding Down) at the same time.
- 🔌 Holding the buttons, turn on the TV power button on the case or remote.
- 🖥️ Through 5-10 The recovery menu will appear in seconds.
- 📛 With Volume buttons (Volume) Up/Down) Select the Wipe option data/factory Reset and confirm the choice with a button OK.
- ⏳ Wait until the process is completed (usually takes a lot of time). 2-5 minute).
- 🔄 Restart the TV through the Reboot system now.
Once you reboot, the device will be in a boxy state, parental control will automatically shut down, as all settings will reset, and you will only have to go through the initial setup.
⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV 4S 55) The recovery menu can be blocked if Anti-Theft (anti-theft) has been activated before, in which case you will need an official firmware through the service. USB.
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3. Update the firmware via USB (alternative method)
If the recovery menu is not available or the reset did not help, you can try to manually flash the TV, which is suitable for power users and requires downloading official software from the Xiaomi website.
What you need:
- 💾 USB-drive (flash drive) up to 8 GB, formatted in FAT32
- 📥 Official firmware for your model (you can download it on the Xiaomi support website)
- 🔌 Cable for connecting a flash drive to a TV
Instructions:
- 📁 Download the archive with the firmware and unpack it. The file should have the extension.zip or.pkg.
- 💾 Copy the firmware file into the root of the flash drive (not into the folder!) and rename it to update.zip.
- 🔌 Put the flash drive in. USB-TV port (preferably using the port) USB 2.0, if there is one).
- 🔧 Go to Settings. → On TV. → Updating the system → Update through USB.
- 🔄 Follow the instructions on the screen. 10-20 minute.
After the update, all settings, including parental controls, will reset. If the firmware does not start, check:
- 🔹 Compatibility of the software with your TV model
- 🔹 Integrity of the downloaded file (check checksum) MD5)
- 🔹 Formatting of the flash drive (only) FAT32, sectionless NTFS)
What to do if the firmware is not installed?
4.Use of the service menu (for advanced users)
Xiaomi TVs have a hidden service menu that allows you to reset some settings, including parental controls, which requires caution, as improper actions can lead to unstable device operation.
How to open the service menu:
- 🔘 On the remote, press the buttons sequentially: Menu → Settings → Menu → Menu → Settings (on some models the combination may be different): Menu → 1 → 3 → 9 → Menu)
- 🖥️ The menu should open with technical information. Go to Factory Reset or Security.
- 🔧 Find the parental control item (may be called Parental Lock or Child Lock) and reset it.
On Mi TV 5 Pro and later, the service menu can be blocked without entering a special code, in which case only firmware via USB or contacting the service center will help.
⚠️ Note: Do not change other options in the service menu unless you are sure of their purpose. EEPROM alteration EDID It can cause loss of image or sound.
Hardware discharge (last resort)
If the software fails, you can reset the hardware button on the TV body, which is suitable for most Xiaomi models, but requires physical access to the device.
How to perform a hardware reset:
- 🔌 Turn off the TV from the power supply.
- 🔘 On the back, find the Reset button (usually a small hole with the inscription). RESET or RST).
- 📍 Take a paperclip or toothpick, press and hold the button for a period of time. 10-15 seconds.
- 🔌 Connect the TV to the network without releasing the Reset button.
- 🖥️ Through 5-10 Release the button for a second – the TV must be turned on in recovery mode.
- 🔄 Select the Wipe option data/factory Reset (use volume buttons for navigation).
If the Reset button is missing (as on some Mi TV Q1) models, try an alternative method:
- 🔌 Turn off the TV from the socket.
- 🔘 Press the Power button on the case (not on the remote control!).
- 🔌 Holding the button, connect the power.
- 🕒 Hold the button down. 20-30 A few seconds before the Mi logo appears.
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If the TV doesn't turn on after a hardware reset, disconnect it from the network for 1 minute, then try again. Sometimes it takes 2-3 cycles to successfully reset.
6. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center
If none of these methods work, you have to go to the official service center, which is the most reliable, but also the longest.
- 🔧 Unlimited restrictions without risk of damaging the TV
- 📄 Restoration of the guarantee (if it is still valid)
- 🔄 Ability to update the firmware to the latest version
How to prepare for a visit to the service:
- 📄 Bring a check or a warranty card (if any)
- 📱 Write down the TV serial number (located on the back sticker)
- 💰 Check the cost of the service – on some models, resetting parental control can cost from 1000 to 3000 rubles.
The addresses of Xiaomi service centers in Russia can be found on the official website. Before visiting, we recommend calling and checking if they are engaged in unlocking parental control - some centers refuse such tasks without documents on the TV.
Comparison of Parental Control Removal Methods
| Method | Difficulty | Time. | Risks. | Suitable for models |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard shutdown | ⭐ (simple) | 2-5 minutes | No. | All models. |
| Reset via the recovery menu | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | 5-10 minutes | Loss of data | Mi TV 4/5/6, Q1/Q2 |
| Firmware via USB | ⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) | 15-30 minute | Firmware error | All models (correct firmware required) |
| Service menu | ⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) | 5-15 minutes | Unstable TV performance | Mi TV 4A/4S/5 |
| Hardware discharge | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | 5 minutes. | Minimum | All models with Reset button |
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If you have a handheld TV, try contacting the previous owner first, who can provide a password from parental control, which will save you time and eliminate the need to reset your settings.