How to turn on the Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55: everything from button to recovery

Why Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55 may not turn on and what to do about it

Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55 is one of the most popular Smart TVs on the market due to the combination of price, picture quality and functionality. However, even the most reliable technology sometimes fails: the screen remains black, the indicator does not burn, or the device does not respond to the remote, the reasons can be different from the banal discharge of batteries to serious software failures after the upgrade.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to turn on the Mi TV P1 55: from standard (power button, remote) to emergency (reset settings, flashing). Also, you will learn how to diagnose a problem by the behavior of the indicator and what to do if the TV “hangs” on the Xiaomi logo or flashes a red light. Instructions are suitable for all versions of the Mi TV P1 (including 55, 65, 75) and are relevant for firmware in 2022-2026.

If your TV doesn't respond to the remote or the power button, but the light flashes 3 times in a row, it's a sign of a hardware failure of the power supply, in which case repairs will be required at the service center, and in all other situations, you can solve the problem yourself.

Method 1: Enabling the power button on the body

The most reliable method of launching is to use a physical button on the back of the TV, which works even when the batteries in the remote are discharged or when the Bluetooth module fails.

To find the button on Mi TV P1 55:

• 🔍 Look at the bottom right of the back (when watching the TV from behind).The button is usually hidden under a small ledge.
• 🖐️ Press it once briefly, it's going to click. If the TV is off, it starts loading (the indicator flashes white).
• ⏱️ Hold the button for 10-15 seconds if the TV freezes, which will lead to a forced reboot.

If the button does not respond:

• 🔌 Check if the power cable is connected to the socket and the TV. TV P1 The power connector is located on the left on the back panel.
• 💡 Make sure the indicator (the small LED under the button) flashes or burns. If it is completely out, the power supply is a problem.

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On some Mi TV P1 55 batches, the power button can be touch-sensitive (without physically pressing) in which case, touch it with your finger for 2-3 seconds.

Method 2: Including with the remote control

If the button on the case works, but you prefer to use the remote, make sure that it is working.

• 🔋 Discharged batteries (even if the indicator on the remote is on, the power may not be enough to transmit the signal).
• 📶 Obstacles between the remote and the TV (furniture, walls, other devices emitting an IR signal).
• 🔄 Synchronization failure (for example, after updating the firmware).

To check the remote:

1. Replace the batteries with new ones (preferably alkaline batteries such as Duracell or Energizer).
2. Point the remote to the smartphone camera and press any button – if the IR transmitter is working, you will see a purple flicker in the lens.
3. Hold the remote as close to the TV as possible (at a distance of 10-15 cm) and try to turn it on.

If the remote is not working, try resetting its settings:

1. Remove the batteries for 30 seconds.
2. Hold the Menu + OK buttons for 5 seconds at a time.
3. Put the batteries back in and try turning on the TV.

Method 3: Forced reboot through the socket

If the TV is frozen (the screen is black, but the indicator is on or flashing), hard reset will help, a method that resets temporary data in RAM and often solves loading problems.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the power cable from the socket (do not use the button on the network filter!).
2. Wait at least 2 minutes (during this time, the capacitors in the power supply will discharge).
3. Connect the cable back and try turning on the TV with a button on the case.

If the TV turns on after that, but freezes again after a few minutes, the reason may be:

• 🖥️ Damaged firmware (for example, after an interrupted update).
• 🔌 Unstable voltage on the network (check the socket with a multimeter or connect the TV to another power source).
• 🔥 Overheating of internal components (if the TV has been working at high brightness for a long time).

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Method 4: Enable after a firmware update or failure

If the Mi TV P1 55 stopped turning on after automatic updating, there was likely a failure during the installation process, in which case recovery via USB will help.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Internet access.
• 💾 Empty flash drive (volume of at least 4 GB, formatted in FAT32).
• 🔗 Official firmware for Mi TV P1 55 (you can download it from Xiaomi Support website).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware archive and unpack it. The firmware file should be called update.zip.
2. Copy update.zip to the root directory of the flash drive (not to the folder!).
3. Disconnect the TV from the network, insert the flash drive into the USB 2.0 port (usually located on the right on the back panel).
4. Press the Menu button on the remote and, holding it, connect the power cable to the outlet.
5. Hold Menu until the Xiaomi logo and Updating sign appear on the screen.

The recovery process will take 5-10 minutes. Don't disconnect the TV from the network or remove the flash drive until it's complete! Once the upgrade is successful, the TV will reboot automatically.

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If after firmware TV turns on, but no sound or image, reset settings in the Settings menu → Device → Reset to factory.

Method 5: Diagnostics by the nutrition indicator

The color and frequency of the flashing light on the front of the Mi TV P1 55 helps determine the cause of the malfunction.

If the indicator does not burn at all, check:

• 🔌 Power outlet failure (plug in another device, such as a phone charger).
• 🔋 Power cable - it should not be damaged or bends.
• ⚡ Safety lock in the plug (on some Mi models) TV P1 It can burn out when the voltage is surges).

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If the TV turns on but turns off after a few seconds, try turning off Eco Mode in the power settings. It can automatically turn off the device when the signal level is low.

Method 6: Resetting settings to factory

If the TV turns on but hangs on the screensaver or is not working correctly (no sound, no apps open), a complete reset will help, which will delete all user data, including accounts and installed applications.

How to reset:

1. Turn on the TV and wait for the Xiaomi logo to appear.
2. On the remote, simultaneously press the Menu + Back button for 10 seconds.
3. In the recovery menu that appears, select Wipe Data/Factory Reset (use volume buttons for navigation and OK for confirmation).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed (it will take 3-5 minutes).

After the reset, the TV will reboot and suggest that you adjust it as new. If the reset didn't work, the reason could be:

• 🛠️ Damaged memory chip (if the TV fell or was hit).
• 🔄 Incompatible version of firmware (if you installed custom software).
• 🔋 The battery in the remote (yes, this can also affect the stability of the work!).

Frequent questions and answers

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If none of these methods worked, contact the Xiaomi authorized service center, and 80% of the time the problem is solved by replacing the power supply or flashing through the service equipment.