How to turn off Xiaomi TV without remote control: step-by-step instructions for all models

Lost or broken the remote control of a Xiaomi TV and don't know how to turn it off? This is a situation familiar to many smart TV owners — especially when it comes to models with minimalist design, where physical buttons are hidden or absent. Unlike older TVs with mechanical switches, modern Mi TVs, Redmi Smart TVs or Xiaomi TV A Pro often require alternative controls.

In this article, we will discuss 7 proven methods to turn off a Xiaomi TV without a remote, from standard buttons on the case to hidden MIUI TV features and bypass locks. You will learn which methods work on all models (including the Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1 and Redmi X Series), and which depend on the firmware version.

The buttons on the TV body: where they are hidden and how they work

The most obvious, but often ignored, way is to use physical buttons on the case, which Xiaomi has based on model and year of release.

• 📺 Mi TV 4A/4S (2018–2020): The power button is on the lower frame on the right, often disguised as an infrared receiver.
• 🔄 Mi TV Q1/Q2 (2021–2023): touch-button Power/Menu located under the Mi logo on the back panel.
• 🎮 Redmi Smart TV X Series: the combined Joystick button (similar to the remote) is hidden behind a stub on the left end.

To turn off the TV:

1. Find the button (use a flashlight – it can be transparent).
2. Press and hold it for 3-5 seconds until a menu or off indicator appears.
3. On models with Joystick (e.g. Redmi X50), a short press turns on the menu and a long press turns off the TV.

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⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Mi) TV P1) The power button is paired with the control sensor, and if the TV doesn't respond, try turning off and reconnecting the power, it will reset the temporary freeze.

2. Control via Mi Remote (official method)

If you have a smartphone, the most reliable way is to use the official Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS), which emulates the remote control and works even without connecting to the same network with the TV (via Infrared Port or Bluetooth).

Instructions for setting:

1. Download Mi Remote for Android or iOS.
2. Open the app and select Add Device → TV → Xiaomi.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen: the application will offer to bring the smartphone to the TV for synchronization.
4. After connecting, click on the virtual Power button in the app.

⚠️ Attention: If the TV is on 5 GHz and the smartphone is on 2.4 GHz, the sync may not work.

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3. Voice commands: how to turn off the TV with voice

Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0 and higher support voice control via built-in microphone or external devices (such as Xiaomi AI Speaker).

• 🎤 On the remote (if it works partially) or on the TV menu, activate the voice assistant by saying, "Hi, Xiao." AI".
• 🗣️ After the beep, say “Switch off the TV” or “Switch off the power supply".
• 🔇 On models without a microphone (for example, Mi). TV 4A 32′′ voice commands only work through the Google Assistant or Alice connected.

If the voice assistant does not respond:

1. Check if the microphone is turned on in the settings: Settings → Smart home → Voice control.
2. Update the TV firmware (relevant for models of 2020 and older).
3. Reconnect your Xiaomi account from the Account menu.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t understand commands, try to pronounce them more clearly or use alternative phrases such as “Put the TV on standby” or “Switch off the screen.”

4. Shutdown via HDMI-CEC (if another device is connected)

HDMI-CEC allows you to control your TV through connected devices: consoles (Xiaomi Mi Box, Apple TV), game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox) or sound panels. If your Xiaomi TV supports CEC (usually on by default), you can turn it off via the menu of another device.

How it works:

1. Connect your device to your TV via HDMI (ports are usually signed by ARC or CEC).
2. Enable CEC in the settings of the TV: Settings → HDMI-CEC → Enable.
3. On the remote of the connected device (for example, Mi Box) find the switch off button – it will send a signal to the TV.

List of devices compatible with HDMI-CEC on Xiaomi TV:

• 🎮 PlayStation 4/5 (Settings: Settings → System system → Management HDMI)
• 📺 Xiaomi Mi Box S (on by default)
• 🎵 Xiaomi Soundbar sound panels (requires firmware 2022 and newer)

5. Forced power outage: risks and consequences

If none of these things work, the last thing you can do is physically disconnect, but it's a method that has consequences.

• 🔋 Loss of unsaved data: If the TV is updated or recorded, the files may be corrupted.
• ⚡ Firmware failure: on models with eMMC memory (for example, Mi) TV 4S) Abrupt shutdown can lead to a brick".
• ⏳ Resetting: After forced shutdown, some settings (such as Wi-Fi connection) may reset.

If you're still up to it,

1. Turn off the power cable from the outlet (not from the TV!).
2. Wait 30 seconds before re-energizing.
3. If the TV is not turned on, try holding the power button on the case for 10-15 seconds to reset.

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Forced power outages are always a risk, and only use this method if the TV is getting stuck and not responding to other commands.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9.0 and higher (e.g. Mi) TV Q2) forced shutdown during the upgrade may result in a loss of warranty, in which case you will need to flash through the USB Recovery Mode.

Alternative methods: from USB-keyboards to service menu

If the standard methods don’t work, try the non-obvious solutions:

🖥️ USB-keyboard

Connect. USB-Keyboard to the TV (port is usually sideways) Most Xiaomi models have combinations:

• Alt + F4 – closes the current app (does not turn off the TV).
• Ctrl + Alt + Del - opens the reboot menu (on MIUI TV 4.0 and higher).
• Power Button (if any) turns off the TV.

🔧 Service menu (for advanced users)

On some models, you can call a hidden menu to force the shutdown:

1. On the remote (if it works partially) or via Mi Remote, click the sequence: Menu → Settings → All Settings → General → About.
2. Quickly press the OK button 5 times and the service menu will open.
3. Select Power Off (navigation with volume buttons).

⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options in the service menu – this may lead to loss of warranty or unstable operation of the TV.

7 What to do if the TV is not turned off completely

If none of these methods worked, the problem may be:

• 🔌 Power supply: check the indicator on the back. If it flashes red, it needs repairs.
• 🤖 Firmware failure: TV can hang on the Mi logo. Solution - flashing through USB Recovery.
• 📡 Motherboard problems: if TV does not respond even to a forced shutdown, contact the service center.

For diagnosis:

1. Try connecting the TV to another power source (e.g., via UPS).
2. Check the connection response. HDMI-Devices – if the image appears, the problem is in the software.
3. Take a picture of the screen with an error (if any) and contact Xiaomi support with the model and firmware version (Settings → About TV).

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If the TV turns on but turns off immediately, it is a sign of a malfunction of the capacitors in the power supply. Do not try to repair yourself: Xiaomi TV uses high-voltage components.

FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off Xiaomi TV without remote control