How to Reset Xiaomi TV to Factory Settings: The Complete Guide

Resetting Xiaomi TV to factory settings is a procedure that solves 90% of software problems, from interface freezes to bugs after upgrading. But the wrong reset can turn the device into a “brick”, especially if you interrupt the process or choose the wrong method. In this article, 5 proven reset methods for Mi TV 4/5 models, Redmi Smart TV and others, including hidden features for power users.

Not all methods are equally safe. For example, hard resetting through the buttons on the remote is suitable for hanging TVs, but erases all data without the possibility of rollback. And resetting through ADB requires knowledge of commands, but allows you to save some of the settings. We will analyze each option with risk warnings and step-by-step instructions, from the simplest to the most radical.

1. Reset via the settings menu (the safest way)

If the TV is turned on and reacts to the remote, use this method.It retains the ability to cancel the reset during the confirmation stage and does not require additional devices.It is suitable for all Xiaomi models on Android TV (including Mi TV Q1/Q2 and Redmi X Series).

Procedure time: ~5 minutes. All installed apps, accounts and personal settings (brightness, sound, Wi-Fi) will be removed, and licenses for paid services (such as Netflix or Disney+) will have to be activated again.

Instructions:

• 📺 Turn on the TV and open Settings (cog on the home screen or Settings button on the remote control).
• 🔍 Go to the Device section → Reset (on some models path: System) → Additionally. → Reset).
• 🔄 Select Reset settings to factory.
• 🔐 Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
• ✅ Confirm the action with the OK button.

The TV will reboot and start the reset process. The progress bar will appear on the screen. If you turn off the power at this stage, the device may stop turning on - you will need firmware via USB.

Make sure the TV is connected to the power supply.

Record your Mi Account information (if linked)

Take pictures of the current sound/image settings

Turn off external devices (flash drives, sound panels)

-->

2. Hard button reset on the remote (for hung TVs)

If the TV doesn’t respond to commands, hovers on the Xiaomi logo or reboots cyclically, use hardware reset.The method works even without access to the menu, but erases all data without the possibility of recovery.

Important: on some models (Mi TV 4A 32" and Redmi Smart TV X50), the button combination may differ. If the first method did not work, try the alternative sequence (see table below).

Instructions:

1. Turn off the TV with the Power button on the remote (not from the socket!).
2. Press the buttons at the same time: 🔘 Menu (three horizontal lines) 🔽 Volume Down (Louding down)

Power

Xiaomi

Wipe data/factory reset

Power

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi 2023 TVs and later hardware reset may require input PIN-You can use the code from the Mi Account that's linked to the device. If you don't remember the password, use the method through the device. ADB (section).

3. Reset via Recovery Mode (for power users)

Recovery mode is a hidden recovery menu that allows you not only to reset your settings, but also to manually install firmware, which is useful if the TV is not loading or if you have a "No command" error.

You will need to enter Recovery. USB-Keyboard (connects to the TV port) or original Xiaomi remote with Home button. on some models (Mi) TV 4S) Recovery Menu supports only English.

Step-by-step:

• 🔌 Turn off the TV, wait 30 seconds and turn it on again.
• 🖱️ Connect. USB-TV keyboard (if the remote does not work).
• 🔄 Press and hold the combination: For Mi TV 4/4A: Menu + Volume Up when you turn it on. TV 5/Redmi X: Home + Volume Down.
• 🖥️ In the Recovery menu, select Wipe data/factory reset (use keys) ↑/↓ for navigation, Enter or Power confirmation).
• 🔄 After reset, select Reboot system now.

If the Recovery menu doesn’t appear, check:

• 🔋 The TV is connected to the socket (not through the extension cord).
• 🕹️ Use the original remote or compatible keyboard.
• 🔄 The button combination is held for at least 10 seconds.

💡

If the Recovery menu does not have Wipe data, the firmware is damaged, and only flashing via USB (section 5) will help.

4.Discharge via ADB (for developers and advanced users)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) method is suitable if the standard methods are not working and the TV is still on, for example, when the reset via the menu is blocked due to the error "Process system isn't responding."

Before starting, make sure that:

• 💻 Computer installed ADB Tools.
• 🔌 TV and PC connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or via Ethernet cable).
• 🔐 The TV's got debugging on. ADB (Settings → On TV. → Build Number – Press 7 times, then Settings → For developers → Debugging by ADB).

Instructions:

1. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) on your computer.
2. Connect to the TV with the command: adb connect [IP-TV address]:5555 Find out. IP You can set up → Network → State of the network.
3. Reset: Adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.FACTORY_RESET
4. Confirm the action on the TV screen.

Alternative command (if the first one fails):

adb shell recovery --wipe_data

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 3.0+ (2023) discharge through ADB may require confirmation of SMS or email linked to your Mi Account, if you don't remember the data, use the official recovery service: account.xiaomi.com.

💡

Dumping through ADB — The only way to get around reset locks on new Xiaomi models if you forget PIN-account-code.

5. flashing over USB (extreme case)

If the TV doesn't turn on, it gives you a Bootloop error, or if you reset it with a black screen, you'll need a manual firmware, which erases all data and installs a clean version of Android TV.

You'll need:

• 💾 A flash drive. FAT32 (32GB).
• 📁 Official firmware for your model (you can download it on miuirom.org or the official Xiaomi website).
• 🔌 Cable USB (better use the port USB 2.0 on TV).

Instructions:

1. Download the firmware (file with.zip extension) and rename it to update.zip.
2. Copy the file to a formatted flash drive.
3. Turn off the TV from the socket, insert the flash drive into the USB port.
4. Press the buttons Menu + Volume Up on the remote and, holding them, turn the TV into the socket.
5. Release the buttons when the update menu appears on the screen.
6. Select Update from USB and confirm the installation.

It takes 10-20 minutes. Don't turn off the power, it will damage the bootloader. If the TV doesn't turn on after the firmware is installed, repeat the process with another flash drive (some Xiaomi models don't support USB 3.0).

6. Frequent errors after reset and how to fix them

Even after a successful reset, Xiaomi TVs may not work properly. Here are the typical problems and solutions:

If the TV is required to be reset PIN-The code is from Mi Account, but you don’t remember it:

• 📱 Try to restore access through the Mi Account app on your smartphone.
• 💬 Contact Xiaomi with a purchase check and serial number.
• 🔧 In some models, the lock can be bypassed through ADB (section).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions