How to turn on the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S without remote control: all working methods

Lost the remote from Xiaomi Mi TV 4S or it suddenly stopped working? Don't panic - turn on the TV without the original remote is quite possible. In this article, we will analyze all the available methods, from standard to little-known, which will help you regain control of the device. It is important to understand that the methods differ depending on the model and version of the firmware, but for the Mi TV 4S (including modifications 32, 43, 50, 55, 65), most of them work consistently.

The main problem of users is the lack of visible buttons on the TV body. Unlike the old models, where control was duplicated with mechanical keys, modern Xiaomi TV They often hide them under the logo or on the bottom panel, but even if they don't have buttons, there are workarounds, from using a mobile app to connecting. USB-keyboard HDMI-CEC We tested each method on real devices, and we collected only those that are guaranteed to work.

Before you start, check the obvious: maybe the remote is just dead (try replacing the batteries) or frozen (remove the batteries for 30 seconds and insert back).

1. Including with hidden buttons on the body

Even if the front of the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S doesn't have any visible buttons, they're still there -- just hidden -- usually a touch button under the Mi logo or a mechanical key on the bottom bezel (back or side) here's how to find and use it:

• 🔍 Mi logo: Press and hold the center of the logo on the front panel (sometimes you need to press with effort). Power/Source.
• 📍 Lower frame: Swipe your finger around the bottom edge of the TV - there may be a small convex button (most often right or left).
• 🔄 Back panel: On Mi models TV 4S 32" and 43" buttons are sometimes located on the back of the connector.

If you find a button, the algorithm of actions:

1. Press and hold it for 5-10 seconds – the TV should turn on or go to standby mode.
2. If there is no reaction, try short presses (3-5 times in a row).
3. On some firmware, holding the button triggers the Source menu – select the desired source (e.g. HDMI) with short presses.

Important: On 2020-2023 Mi TV 4S models, the touch button may not work when you have wet fingers or if dust hits the TV.

2.Management through the Mi Remote mobile application

The most versatile way is to use the official Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS), which emulates the remote control over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, but for this the TV must be on (albeit in standby mode). If the screen is completely off, first try the method from section 1 (button on the case), and then plug in the application.

Instructions for setting:

1. Download Mi Remote from Google Play or App Store.
2. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network (or activate Bluetooth on both devices).
3. Launch the app, select Add Device → TV → Xiaomi.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen – the app will automatically find Mi TV 4S on the local network.

If the TV is not detected:

• 🔌 Restart your router – sometimes DHCP-server does not issue IP-TV address.
• 📶 Check that Wi-Fi Direct is enabled on the TV (in network settings).
• 🔄 In the app, click Update the list of devices 2-3 times.

TV is on the network (the indicator is lit).

Smartphone and TV in the same Wi-Fi network

The TV is enabled Wi-Fi or Bluetooth

Mi Remote app updated to latest version-->

Critical detail: If the TV was not connected to Wi-Fi before, the Mi Remote app will not be able to detect it. USB-keyboard (section 3) or HDMI-CEC (section).

3. Connection USB-keyboard

Few people know, but Xiaomi Mi TV 4S supportive USB-The input devices (keyboard, mouse) even without any presetting, which saves you when the remote is not there and the buttons on the body are not working:

• 🖥️ Anybody. USB-keyboard (wired or wireless with USB-receiver).
• 🔌 USB-hub (if there are few or busy TV ports).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the keyboard to USB-port on the TV (usually located on the side or back).
2. Press Enter or Space – the TV should turn on (if it was in standby mode).
3. If the screen is black, press Win + P (on some keyboards) or Menu (if there is such a button).
4. Use Arrows, Enter and Esc for navigation.

Compatible devices:

Note: Some media-button keyboards (e.g., Volume+, Play/Pause) may conflict with the TV firmware. If the keyboard doesn't work, try another model.

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If you don't. USB-Keyboard, but there is a laptop, connect it to the TV on the HDMI Use the laptop keyboard to control through the function HDMI-CEC (see section 5).

4. Reset settings through the service menu

If the TV is turned on but not responding to the remote or keyboard, there may have been a software failure, in which case the factory reset via the service menu will help.

How to start the reset:

1. Turn on the TV in any of the above methods (button, keyboard).
2. Press and hold the Home button on the remote (or Win on the keyboard) for 10 seconds – the service menu should open.
3. If the remote is not available, use the keyboard combination: Alt + F10 (does not work on all firmware).
4. From the menu, select Factory Reset (or Settings Reset) and confirm the action.

After resetting, the TV will restart and return to its original settings.

• 🔄 Connect a new remote (if the old one is lost).
• 📱 Configure management through Mi Remote.
• 🖱️ Use it. USB-keyboard.

⚠️ Note: On some Mi models TV 4S Resetting via the service menu can block access to Google Play before re-authorizing your Xiaomi account!

Control over HDMI-CEC (if other devices are connected)

HDMI-CEC allows you to control your TV through connected devices (consoles, game consoles, Blu-ray players). If you have a device connected to your Mi TV 4S, you can turn on the TV from its remote control. Here's how it works:

• 🎮 PlayStation (Xbox): Press the Power button on the console console console – the TV will turn on automatically (if you have a power button). HDMI-CEC activated).
• 📺 The Xiaomi Mi Box (Xiaomi Mi Box, NVIDIA Shield: Use their remote control to control the TV (change volume, switch channels).
• 💻 Laptops/PC: Some models (e.g. MacBooks) can control TV via Touch Bar or specialized software.

How to turn HDMI-CEC on Xiaomi Mi TV 4S:

1. Turn on the TV in any way (button, keyboard).
2. Go to Settings → Devices and accessories → HDMI-CEC.
3. Activate Control via HDMI (or Simplink/Anynet+, depending on the firmware).
4. Connect the device to the same thing HDMI-port where it was previously activated CEC.

⚠️ Note: If, after connecting the device through HDMI TV doesn't respond to its remote, check the cable - cheap Chinese cables often don't support it CEC. Use a certified High-Speed HDMI.

6. Alternative ways: from Google Assistant to universal remotes

If none of the above methods worked, try the less obvious, but sometimes effective options:

• 🎤 Voice Assistant: If the TV is connected to Google Assistant or Alice from Yandex, try the command: OK, Google, turn on Xiaomi TV". This will only work if the synchronization has been set up before.
• 📱 Universal remotes: Applications like Unified Remote or Yatse can emulate an IR remote, but require root access on a smartphone or additional hardware (IR transmitter).
• 🔧 Service remote: In some Xiaomi service centers, you can purchase an engineering remote with advanced functions (for example, for firmware).

For voice control:

1. Make sure that your TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. In the Mi TV 4S settings, activate Google Assistant (Settings → Accounts & Security → Google Assistant).
3. Say the command on a smartphone or smart speaker (like Google Nest Mini).

Important: Voice control only works on MIUI TV 3.0 firmware and later. To check the version, go to Settings → About TV.

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If the TV wasn't previously set up for voice control or universal remotes, these methods won't work, so go back to the methods in sections 1-3.

FAQ: Frequent questions about including Xiaomi Mi TV 4S remote