How to turn on Xiaomi TV without the Internet: all ways with a photo

Have you bought or moved a Xiaomi TV, but you can’t connect to the Internet right now? Or does the screen require a mandatory authorization to Mi Account after the firmware update, even though the network doesn’t? This is a situation familiar to many owners of Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV and other models of the brand. Unlike classic TVs, Xiaomi smart devices often “hang” during the initial setup stage if they do not detect a connection to the network.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to turn on a Xiaomi TV without the Internet – from basic (using buttons on the case) to advanced (through a service menu or resetting settings).

• 📵 No Wi-Fi or cable internet access
• 🔄 TV stuck on the welcome screen with a requirement to connect to the network
• 🔧 After the update, there was an error No Internet Connection
• 🎮 The remote is lost or discharged, and touch buttons do not respond

Important: not all methods are universal. For example, on Xiaomi Mi TV Q1/Q2 with Google TV, the algorithm is different from the models on PatchWall (for example, Redmi Smart TV X).

1.Enable the Xiaomi TV with buttons on the case

The easiest method is to use physical buttons on the back or side of the TV, which work even if the remote is discharged and the TV is getting stuck on the settings screen.

On most Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi TV 4A/4S/5, Redmi Smart TV X50/X65) the buttons are arranged as follows:

• 🔘 The power button is usually round, with an icon O/| (On/off Pressed with delay 1–2 seconds.
• 📺 Control buttons – next to power can be Menu, Volume +/-, Input (to switch signal sources).
• 🔄 Touch panel – on some models (for example, Mi) TV Q1E) Instead of buttons, a touch bar is used.

To turn on the TV:

1. Find the power button on the case (usually under the Xiaomi logo or side).
2. Press and hold it for 5-7 seconds until the indicator lights up (red or white).
3. If the screen is not responding, try the combination: Power + Volume + (hold 10 seconds).

Find the power button (usually at the back or side)

Make sure the TV is connected to the outlet

Press and hold the button for 5-7 seconds

If it doesn’t work, try the combination with Volume+.

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⚠️ Note: On Google models TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2 43) the power button can be hidden under the removable cover. If you can't find it, check the bottom of the case with a screen.

2. Use of remote control (including from other devices)

If the native Xiaomi remote is discharged or lost, you can use:

• 🎮 Remote from another TV (universal or from the Samsung/LG)
• 📱 Smartphone with IR transmitter (Mi Remote or Unified Remote applications)
• 🖱️ Bluetooth mouse or keyboard (if the TV has already been paired with them)

For the universal remote:

1. Press and hold the Setup (or Set) button on the remote until the indicator blinks.
2. Enter the code for Xiaomi: try 1175, 0178 or 0039.
3. Press Power – If the TV is turned on, save the settings.

For the smartphone:

1. Download the Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS).
2. Select the device type: TV → Xiaomi.
3. Hover the IR port of the smartphone on the TV signal receiver (usually at the bottom of the screen) and press Power.

Xiaomi's native remote

Universal remote control

Smartphone with IR transmitter

Mouse/keyboard

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⚠️ Note: If the Xiaomi TV hasn’t been set up before (like just unpacked), the Mi Remote app won’t work – at least one successful network connection is required to sync.

3. reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

If Xiaomi TV is stuck on the greeting screen to connect to the Internet, a hardware reset will help, which deletes all data, including accounts and network settings, but allows you to bypass the lock.

Resetting methods:

After discharge:

1. The TV will reboot and show the screen of the initial setting.
2. Select a language, skip the Wi-Fi connection (Skip or Skip button).
3. If there is an error No Internet, click Home on the remote and try to open Settings → Network → Disable Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Note: On Google models TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A Pro) may require authorization to Google Account after reset. If not, use the method in Section 5 (firmware through the Google Account). USB).

4. login to the service menu (Engineering Mode)

The hidden service menu allows you to bypass some blockages, including the requirement to connect to the Internet, which is suitable for experienced users, as incorrect settings can disrupt the TV.

How to log in to Engineering Mode:

1. Turn off the TV with a button on the body.
2. On the remote, press sequentially: Menu → Input → Menu → Input → Menu → Input → Up → Up (for PatchWall) or Settings → Settings → Up → Up → Down → Down → Left → Right → Left → Right (for Google) TV).
3. If the combination works, a menu labeled Factory Menu or Engineering Mode will open.

On the service menu:

• 🔧 Find the Network Settings section and disable the Internet Check (or Force Network) option).
• 🔄 In the Reset section, select Clear Network Data (this will delete saved networks but unlock the TV).
• 📁 In App Management, disable automatic application updates.

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If you can’t log in to the service menu, try using the Xiaomi Mi Box remote – it’s compatible with most TV brands and has a Settings button in the right place.

⚠️ Warning: Changing the settings in Factory Menu may cause firmware to fail.Do not change the settings associated with EEPROM, Panel Adjustment or Backlight: This is a risk of bringing down the TV.

5. TV firmware via USB (without internet)

If the Xiaomi TV refuses to turn on without the Internet even after reset, manual firmware will help USB-This method is also useful if a previous software update broke the system.

Step-by-step:

1. Download firmware for your model: Official firmware: mi.com/update (select TV → your model). Alternative sources: 4PDA or XDA-Developers forums (look for themes marked [Stock ROM]).
2. Prepare the flash drive: Format it in FAT32 (not NTFS!). Create an upgrade folder (lowercase!) and put a firmware file (usually.zip or.pkg).

Install the firmware

• Put the flash drive in. USB-TV port (preferably in the USB 2.0).
• Press on the remote Menu + Volume- and, holding them, turn on the TV power button.
• Wait for the update screen to appear (usually with a progress bar).

Signs of successful firmware:

• 🔄 The TV will reboot automatically.
• 📺 The screen of the initial settings will appear (you can skip the connection to the network).
• 📊 B Settings → A new version of the TV will be displayed.

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USB firmware is the only way to get around the internet lock on Xiaomi TV if other methods have not worked. Use only official firmware files to avoid "bricking" the device.

⚠️ Note: If the TV turns off during firmware (for example, due to a power outage), there may be damage to system files. UART (Only for experienced users with soldering equipment).

6. Alternative methods (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t help, try these options:

• 🖥️ Connection through HDMI-CEC: If the TV is connected to a device with support CEC (For example, the Xiaomi Mi Box or NVIDIA Shield, you can turn it on through the console menu. HDMI-Turn on the console, the TV should automatically turn on on the signal. CEC.

Using Ethernet Cables Without Internet

Creating a “fictitious” Wi-Fi network

1. On your smartphone, turn on the access point without connecting to the Internet.
2. Connect the TV to this network – sometimes it’s enough to go through the initial setup.

For Android models TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi TV Q1) can be used ADB-commands to disable network check:

adb shell settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0


adb shell settings put global captive_portal_server none

These commands disable the system-level Internet connection check.

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