How to transfer an image from your phone to your Xiaomi TV: all working ways

Broadcasting your smartphone screen to Xiaomi’s big TV opens up new possibilities, from watching movies to showing presentations or games on a wide display. However, not everyone knows how to set up this connection correctly, especially if it comes to different communication protocols or outdated TV models. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of transmitting images – from wireless technologies to wired connections – and also explain how to avoid typical configuration errors.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A, etc.) have several broadcast standards at the same time, which means that you can choose the best method depending on the available equipment: for example, Miracast or Google Cast will suit Android smartphones, and for iPhone – AirPlay (on supported models), while even older TVs without built-in Wi-Fi can be connected through adapters or cables.

It is important to consider that the quality of the broadcast depends not only on the chosen method, but also on the technical characteristics of the devices. For example, to transmit video in 4K resolution you will need Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or wired connection over HDMI, whereas for simple duplication of the smartphone screen, Wi-Fi Direct will suffice. Next, we will discuss each method, its pros, cons and nuances of settings.

1. Wireless streaming on Miracast (for Android)

Miracast is a wireless video and audio standard that supports almost all modern Android smartphones (since version 4.2) and Xiaomi TVs, with the main advantage of the method being that there is no need for a router: devices connect directly via the Wi-Fi Direct protocol.

To begin the broadcast:

• 📱 On your smartphone: open Settings → Connections → Screen broadcast (or Wireless display depending on firmware). From the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV.
• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Connection and sharing → Wireless display (Miracast) and activate the option.
• 🔄 Wait for the devices to pair. You may see a request on the phone screen for confirmation of connection — click Connect.

The speed and stability of Miracast broadcasts depend on the distance between devices (up to 5 meters optimally) and the presence of interference from other wireless networks. If the image is slowing down, try:

• 📶 Switch Wi-Fi on your phone to 5GHz (if supported).
• 🔋 Close background applications on a smartphone that consume resources.
• 🔄 Restart both devices and reconnect.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV 4A 2018) Miracast can be hidden in the developer menu. To activate it, go to Settings → About TV and 5 times click on the item Version MIUI TV. After that, in the settings will appear section For developers, where you need to turn on the wireless display.

2. Broadcast via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If your Xiaomi TV runs on Android TV (e.g. Mi TV Q1, Xiaomi TV A Pro), it supports Google Cast technology, also known as Chromecast. Unlike Miracast, here the stream is not from the smartphone screen, but through the cloud: you “send” content (video, music, photos) to the TV, and the phone is used as a remote control.

Instructions for setting:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your TV, open the Google Play Movies app, YouTube or any other app that supports Cast (icon) 📡 top-right).
3. On your smartphone, run the same app, tap the Cast icon and select your Xiaomi TV.
4. Choose the content to watch – it will start to be broadcast on TV.

The advantages of Google Cast:

• 🎬 Ability to stream content in high resolution (up to) 4K HDR supported-model).
• 📱 The phone is not locked – you can use other apps while streaming.
• 🔄 Automatic sync with Google account (e.g. YouTube browsing history).

Limitations:

• 🚫 Not all apps support Cast (for example, some streaming services may block streaming).
• 📶 Requires a stable connection to the Internet – with a weak signal, the video will “slow down».

Connect TV and phone to one Wi-Fi network | Update TV firmware |Install the latest version of the app (YouTube, Netflix, etc.) |Check the presence of the Cast icon in the app-->

3. HDMI wired connection (for maximum quality)

If you need to transmit images without delay and at maximum resolution (for example, for games or professional work), the best option is a wired connection via HDMI.

• 📱 Smartphone with support USB-C Micro-USB (depending on the model).
• 🔌 adapter USB-C/HDMI or Micro-USB/HDMI (for example, Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI Adapter).
• 📺 Cable HDMI (usually comes with a TV set).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to your smartphone and the HDMI cable to your adapter and TV (in the HDMI IN port).
2. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1 or HDMI 2).
3. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to transfer the image – confirm it.

Advantages of wired connection:

• 🎮 Minimum latency (important for games or video editing).
• 📊 Support for permits up to 4K@60Hz (when using high-quality cable).
• 🔋 No dependence on Wi-Fi or mobile internet.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi smartphones (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) when connected to the phone HDMI Charging can be turned off via the same port. To avoid the phone draining during the broadcast, use a Power Delivery-enabled hub (e.g. Xiaomi) USB-C Hub).

4. Stream from iPhone to Xiaomi TV (AirPlay)

Owners of iPhones or iPads can stream the screen to Xiaomi AirPlay-enabled TVs, which is available on Mi TV Q1E, Xiaomi TV A Pro 2022 and later. If your TV doesn’t support AirPlay out of the box, you can use external devices like Apple TV or Roku adapter.

How to connect:

1. Make sure your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your TV, activate AirPlay in the Settings menu → Connection and Sharing → AirPlay.
3. On your iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to open Control Point.
4. Slip on the screen duplication block and select your Xiaomi TV.

Features of AirPlay on Xiaomi TV:

• 🎵 Supports broadcasting not only the screen, but also individual media files (music, photos).
• 🔒 To protect content, you can turn on a password in the AirPlay settings on your TV.
• 📱 On the iPhone, you can continue to use other apps during the broadcast.

5. Use of third-party applications (DLNA, ApowerMirror)

If the built-in broadcast methods do not work or are not satisfactory in quality, you can use third-party applications.

• 📁 DLNA-servers (e.g. BubbleUPnP) – for transferring media files (photos, videos, music) without screen duplication.
• 🖥️ ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport – for full screen duplication of a smartphone on TV.
• 🎮 Steam Link – for streaming games from PC or phone to TV.

Example of settings through ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your smartphone and TV (if there is no Google Play on TV, download the APK from the official website).
2. Run ApowerMirror on both devices and select Broadcast on TV.
3. On your smartphone, tap the name of your TV in the list of available devices.
4. Confirm TV connection (may require input) PIN-code).

Advantages of third-party applications:

• 🔧 More settings (for example, adjusting the quality of the stream or sound).
• 📱 Support for outdated TV and smartphone models.
• 🎮 Additional functions (screen recording, real-time annotations).

⚠️ Note: When using third-party screencast apps, never enter bank card details or account passwords during an active session. Some apps may stream screen images through their servers, putting sensitive information at risk of leakage.

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If the broadcast via Miracast or Google Cast is constantly interrupted, try settings router to highlight static IP-Address for TV and smartphone, which will help to avoid problems with reconnection.

6. Solving broadcasting problems

Even with the right setup, errors can occur. Let's look at typical situations and how to fix them:

Problem 1: The TV doesn’t appear in the list of available devices.

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📶 Check that Wi-Fi on your phone and TV is on (even Miracasts sometimes require an adapter activation).
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware (path: Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).

Problem 2: Videos slow down or jerk.

• 📶 Switch the router to 5 GHz (less busy).
• 📱 Close background apps on your smartphone (especially messengers and social networks).
• 🔌 If you use Google Cast, reduce the quality of the stream in the application settings.

Problem 3: There is no sound when broadcasting.

• 🔊 Check if the sound on the TV is turned off (Mute button).
• 📱 In the broadcast settings on your smartphone, select the option to Transmit sound (if available).
• 🔌 For HDMI-Make sure the cable supports audio transmission (some cheap adapters only transmit video).

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If neither of these methods works, check to see if the antivirus or VPN on your smartphone is blocking the broadcast, and make sure that the TV is not activated with Guest Access mode, which restricts connections.

7. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The choice of the method of broadcasting depends on your tasks and the available technology.

• 🎬 For movies and videos: Google Cast (best quality) or HDMI (if necessary 4K HDR).
• 🎮 For games: wired connection HDMI (Minimum latency or Steam Link.
• 📱 For screen duplication (presentation, social networks): Miracast or ApowerMirror.
• 🍎 For iPhone: AirPlay (on supported TV models) or HDMI-adapter.

If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2019 and doesn’t support modern protocols, consider buying external devices:

• 📦 Google Chromecast for Google Cast).
• 📦 Xiaomi Mi TV Stick (similar to Chromecast with remote control).
• 📦 Apple TV (for AirPlay and HDMI).

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