Bluetooth in Xiaomi TV: 7 real ways to use + hidden features

You bought a Xiaomi Mi TV or Redmi Smart TV, noticed Bluetooth support in the specs, but still don't understand why you need it? Many users mistakenly believe that this module is only for connecting wireless headphones - in fact, the possibilities are much broader. In this article, we will discuss all practical scenarios for using Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV, including hidden features that are not written in the instructions.

Modern Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV 4S/5X/6, Redmi X, Xiaomi TV A Pro and others) are equipped with a Bluetooth module version 4.2-5.2, which allows you to connect up to 7 devices simultaneously with minimal signal delay. Many owners do not even suspect that you can control a TV voice without a remote control, synchronize it with a fitness bracelet or use it as a smart home center.

1. Wireless headphones and sound systems: no wires and no delays

The most obvious use of Bluetooth is to connect wireless headphones or portable speakers, which is true if you watch movies late at night and don't want to wake up your family, or if the TV's built-in speakers are not good for sound quality. Xiaomi TVs support all popular audio codecs:

• 🎧 SBC — basic codec, works with all devices (including budget headphones)
• 🎧 AAC — High frequency transmission (ideal for music, supported by iPhone)
• 🎧 aptX – Minimum sound latency (important for games and movies)
• 🎧 LDAC — high resolution (up to 990 kbit / s, there are in top Sony models) WH-1000XM5)

To plug the headphones in:

1. Turn on the headphones pairing mode (usually hold the power button for 3-5 seconds until the indicator blinks).
2. On the Xiaomi remote, click Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
3. Select your headphones from the list and confirm the connection.

⚠️ Warning: If the sound in your headphones is behind the video, check the codec settings. On some Xiaomi models TV default SBC — switch to aptX or AAC Bluetooth-device menu.

2.Game controllers: play wirelessly

Bluetooth on a Xiaomi TV allows you to connect gamepads from PlayStation (DualSense/DualShock), Xbox, as well as universal controllers like 8BitDo or Xiaomi Game Controller. This turns your TV into a full-fledged gaming console - just install emulators (via Google Play on Android TV models) or run cloud gaming (Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce NOW).

Compatible controllers:

How to connect DualSense:

1. Press and hold the PS + Share buttons on the gamepad until the LED blinks.
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth → Add the device.
3. Select the Wireless Controller in the list.

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If the gamepad is not determined, try resetting it: press the Reset button (on the back) with a thin needle and repeat the pairing.

Keyboard and mouse: turning TV into a computer

With a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, the Xiaomi TV is almost a full-fledged PC.

• 💻 Work with documents (via Google Docs or Microsoft Office)
• 🎮 Emulator settings (e.g. RetroArch for older games)
• 🌍 Browsing on the Internet (especially on big screens Mi) TV 65")
• 📝 Enter text in search or messengers (for example, Telegram on TV)

The best keyboards for Xiaomi TV:

• 🔹 Xiaomi Bluetooth Keyboard – compact, touchpad, up to 3 months.
• 🔹 Logitech K400 Plus - universal, suitable for sofa (range up to 10 m).
• 🔹 Microsoft Bluetooth Keyboard – if you need a full-size layout.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV 4A) The key combination may not work (for example, Ctrl).+C. In this case, use the virtual keyboard in the Settings menu. → System system → keyboard.

4.Smart home: control of lights, sockets and sensors

Xiaomi’s Bluetooth TVs can be integrated into the Mi Home or Google Home ecosystem, turning them into a smart home control center.

• 💡 Turn Yeelight or Philips Hue on/off from the TV remote.
• 🔌 Manage the Xiaomi Smart Plug sockets (for example, turn on the kettle without getting up from the sofa).
• 🌡️ View data from the Mi Temperature and Humidity Sensor.
• 🚪 Receive door opening notifications (if Mi sensors are connected) Door/Window Sensor).

To set up:

1. Install the Mi Home app on your TV (available on Google Play on Android TV models).
2. Add all smart devices to one room in the app.
3. Turn on the Google Assistant voice assistant (in Settings → Voice Search) and say commands like, “OK Google, turn off the lights in the living room.”

5. File transfer and phone synchronization

You can quickly transfer photos, videos or music from your phone to your TV via Bluetooth without using cables or Wi-Fi.

• 📸 Show pictures from the holidays on the big screen.
• 🎵 Play the playlist from the smartphone on the TV speakers.
• 📄 Open the document (e.g, PDF-presentation) directly from the phone.

How to transfer files:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and TV (Settings → Devices → Bluetooth).
2. Connect devices (on the TV, select your smartphone from the list).
3. On your phone, select files and click Send → Bluetooth → select Mi TV [model].

⚠️ Note: Bluetooth transmission speed is limited (~2–3 Mbps for large files (e.g. movies in the 4K) It is better to use Mi Share (Wi-Fi Direct) or DLNA.

Voice control without remote control

If you have lost your remote or lost batteries, Bluetooth allows you to control your Xiaomi TV with voice commands via your smartphone or smart speakers.

1. Connect your phone to your TV via Bluetooth (as described above).
2. Install the Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS).
3. In the app, select your TV and use voice input (mic button).

Supported voice commands (in Russian):

• 🎤 «Turn on Netflix – Launch the app.
• 🎤 «Increase volume by 20% – adjust the sound.
• 🎤 «Switch to HDMI 1" - change of signal source.
• 🎤 «Find the movie “Lord of the Rings” – search for content.

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Voice control works even if the TV is turned off (on standby), but for this purpose the Quick Start option in the power settings must be enabled.

7 Hidden Features: What else does Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV

In addition to standard scenarios, Bluetooth on Xiaomi TVs supports several non-obvious features:

• 🎤 Connecting a microphone for karaoke – you can sing to the minuses through apps like Smule or Yokee.
• 📱 Using TV as Bluetooth speaker – transfer sound from your smartphone to your TV speakers (in the Settings menu) → Sound. → Bluetooth audio).
• 🏃 Sync with fitness bracelet – some models (such as the Mi Band 7) can transmit pulse data to a TV screen during training.
• 🎮 Connection VR-Glasses – the TV can be used as a display for Oculus Quest or Pico 4 (requires Miracast mode).

To activate hidden functions, you may need to:

• Update the TV firmware to the latest version (in Settings → About TV → System Update).
• Enable Developer Mode (click 7 times on the Build Number in the system settings).
• Install additional apps from Google Play (e.g. Bluetooth Auto Connect for automatic device connectivity).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV