How to turn on Xiaomi TV without remote: all the ways from buttons to smartphone

Lost the remote from the Xiaomi Mi TV or it stopped working? Don't panic — you can turn on the device even without the original remote. In this article, we will examine all available methods, from hidden buttons on the body to control from the smartphone. And also tell you what to do if the TV does not respond to any way and how to prevent similar situations in the future.

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1. Hardware buttons on the TV body

The most reliable way to turn on the Xiaomi Mi TV without the remote is to use the physical buttons that are on the body of any TV of this brand.

• 📍 On the right, on the Mi models. TV 4A/4C/4S (side-mark)
• 📍 Downtown, down at Mi. TV 5/5X/5 Pro and Q1/Q2 (under the screen, behind the transparent panel)
• 📍 Back - on old models (near the connectors)

The buttons can be of two types:

1. Touch – respond to a light touch (no need to press).
2. Mechanical – require a light press (don’t push too hard!).

To turn on the TV:

1. Find the Power button (usually indicated by a circle with a vertical line or the word "Source").
2. Hold it for 3-5 seconds until the indicator lights up.
3. If there is one button (such as Joystick), press it once to turn it on, then use it to navigate the menu (up/down/input).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Mi) TV 4X, Redmi Smart TV) The Power button is aligned with Source. If the TV doesn't respond, try pressing it twice at 1 second interval.

Find the Power/Source button on the body

Check if the buttons (dust, protective film) are blocked

Hold the button for 3-5 seconds to force on

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2. Control via the Mi Remote application (smartphone)

If the hardware buttons don’t work or they don’t (for example, on models with minimalist design), you can use the official Mi Remote application from Xiaomi. It turns the smartphone into a full-fledged remote control, but you need to fulfill several conditions:

• 📱 The TV and smartphone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔋 The TV must be enabled Bluetooth or Infrared port (depending on the model).
• 📲 Mi Remote app installed on smartphone (available for Android and iOS).

Step-by-step:

1. Download Mi Remote for Android or Mi Remote for iOS.
2. Open the app and select Add Device → TV → Xiaomi.
3. Follow the instructions on the interface screen. If the TV is turned off, press the Power button in the app and hold it for 5-7 seconds.
4. After turning on the TV, confirm the connection on the TV screen (if you receive a request).

If the TV does not respond to the app:

• 🔄 Restart your router and check that both devices are on the same network.
• 📶 Bring your smartphone closer to the TV (up to 1 meter away).
• 🔧 In the settings of the TV (Settings) → Devices → Remote control panel) enable the option Network remote.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 may require manual addition of the device on the device MAC-You can recognize it on the back of the TV sticker or on the Settings menu. → On TV. → Status.

3.Use of USB-keyboard

Few people know, but Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV Support management through USB-This is especially useful if the remote is lost and the hardware buttons are not working. Any wired or wireless keyboard with a keyboard is fine. USB-receiver.

How to connect:

1. Put it in. USB-keyboard or wireless keyboard/mouse receiver to port USB TV-wise.
2. Press any button on the keyboard (such as Space or Enter). the TV must turn on automatically.
3. If the screen is black, press Ctrl + Alt + Del (in some models this force the system to start).

Management after activation:

• 🖱️ Mouse: Cursor will appear on the screen, click as on PC.
• ⌨️ Keyboard: Shooters (↑↓←→) — Enter is the choice of the item, Esc is the return. Win (or Home) is the opening of the main screen.

If the keyboard is not defined:

• 🔌 Try another one. USB-In some models, only one port supports the port. HID-device).
• 🔄 Restart the TV by holding the Power button on the case for 10 seconds.
• 📋 Check compatibility: some non-standard keyboards may not work.

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If you don't. USB-Keyboards, but there is a game controller (for example, from Xbox or PlayStation), it can also be connected to a Xiaomi TV via Bluetooth and used for navigation.

4. Enable via HDMI-CEC (if other devices are connected)

HDMI-CEC technology allows you to control multiple devices through a single remote control, and if your Xiaomi TV is connected to, for example, the Mi Box, a game console or a Blu-ray player, you can turn on the TV through them.

How it works:

1. Turn on the connected device (such as the Mi Box) with its native remote.

List of devices that support HDMI-CEC with Xiaomi TV:

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV 4A (2018 issue function HDMI-CEC This may be unstable, and the firmware update will help (see Section 5).

5. Compulsory incorporation through reset or firmware

If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t turn on in any of the above ways, the problem may be a software glitch.

• 🔄 Reset to factory settings (if the TV somehow reacts to the buttons).
• 📥 Flip-through USB (if the screen is completely black).

Reset to factory settings:

1. On the TV turned off, press the Power button on the case and hold for 10-15 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
2. With Volume +/-, select Wipe data/factory reset.
3. Confirm the reset with the Power button.
4. After the reboot, the TV will turn on in factory condition.

Flashing over USB (if the reset didn't help):

1. Download the official firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Support website.
2. Unpack the archive and copy the update.zip file to the flash drive (FAT32 format).
3. Put the flash drive in. USB-Port on TV (use port) USB 2.0 if there are several).
4. Press the Power button on the case and hold for 20-30 seconds until the update starts.

Important: If the Xiaomi Mi TV TV 5 Pro (2020 year) does not respond to firmware through USB, Try renaming the file to mi_update.zip — This bypasses the restriction on some versions of the software.

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If the TV doesn't turn on even after resetting, the problem may be in the power supply or the motherboard, in which case professional repairs are required.

6.Alternative ways: voice assistants and smart home

If your Xiaomi TV supports voice control or is integrated into your smart home system, it can be turned on without a remote via:

• 🎤 Voice commands: Say, OK, Google, turn on Mi. TV" (If the TV is connected to Google Assistant or "Alice, turn on the TV in the living room" (if sync with Yandex.Station is configured).
• 🏠 Smart home Mi Home: Open the Mi Home app on your smartphone. Find your TV on the list of devices).

How to set up voice control (if not already configured):

1. Connect your TV to the same Wi-Fi network as your speaker (Google Nest, Yandex.Station or Mi AI Speaker).
2. In the settings of the TV (Settings → Devices → Voice Assistant), select the right assistant.
3. Go through the pairing procedure (it may be necessary to enter code from the TV screen).

⚠️ Attention: Voice control only works on Xiaomi TVs with firmware 2019 and newer. on older models (Mi) TV 3, Mi TV 4 2017) This function is missing.

7 What should I do if nothing helps?

If you’ve tried all the ways and the Xiaomi TV still doesn’t turn on, the problem may be:

• 🔌 Power supply: Check if the indicator on the TV is on when you connect to the socket. If not, the power supply is faulty.
• 🔧 Motherboard: If the indicator is on, but the screen is black, the board or backlight may malfunction.
• 📺 Control Panel: On some models (Mi) TV 4X) The button chip on the body fails.

Diagnosis of malfunctions:

If you are not sure of your abilities, it is better to contact the Xiaomi service center. The average cost of diagnosis is 500-1000 rubles, repair of the power supply is 1500-3000 rubles. The addresses of official services can be found on the Mi Service website.

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Before visiting the service, take a picture of the serial number of the TV (located on the sticker at the back) - this will speed up the diagnostic process.

FAQ: Frequent questions