How to set up wireless projection on a Xiaomi TV: Miracast, Wi-Fi Direct and AirPlay

Wireless image transmission to the big screen is one of the most popular features of modern Smart TVs, but users of Xiaomi TV often face problems when setting up. Unlike wired HDMI, where you just plug a cable, the wireless protocols Miracast, Wi-Fi Direct and AirPlay require the correct configuration on both TV and signal sources (smartphones, laptops, tablets).

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A/Q/S) feature the use of its own PatchWall shell, which sometimes conflicts with standard wireless transmission protocols. For example, on models until 2022, the Miracast could only work after manually turning on the service menu, and in new versions of the firmware the function is moved to Devices → Wireless projection. We tested all the current methods on Android TVs 9-12 and collected universal solutions that will work even if your Xiaomi TV does not see the device in the list of available for connection.

Importantly, if you're using an iPhone or a MacBook, the configuration algorithm will be different from Android devices -- Apple uses its own AirPlay protocol, which requires separate activation on the TV, and Windows 10/11 laptops will have to manually enable Miracast support in the system settings, all of which we'll discuss below.

1. Supported protocols and device requirements

Before you start setting up, check which wireless projection protocol your Xiaomi TV supports. It depends on the model and firmware version:

• 📺 Miracast is a universal standard for Android, Windows and some Linux distributions. TV starting 2018 year (Mi series) TV 4A/4C newer).
• 🍎 AirPlay – the protocol from Apple is available only on Android models TV 10+ (for example, Xiaomi TV Q2 2022 or Redmi Smart TV X2022).
• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct is an alternative to Miracast, often used for file transfer, but also suitable for screen projection (requires support on both devices).
• 🖥️ DLNA — It is not suitable for screen mirroring, but allows you to broadcast media files (video, photo, music) from your phone to TV.

Minimum requirements for stable operation:

Critical information: On Xiaomi TVs with the Amlogic S905 chipset (models 2018-2020), Miracast only works when connected to a 5 GHz network. If your router does not support this frequency, use Wi-Fi Direct or update your firmware to the latest version.

Also note that for projection from Windows laptop you will need:

• 🪟 Video card with Wi-Fi Display support (most Intel models) HD Graphics 4th Generation and Newer, NVIDIA driverless 2018+ year-end).
• 🔄 The enabled function of the wireless display in system parameters (Win) + P → Connect to a wireless display).
• 🔄 Updated drivers for Wi-Fi adapter (especially relevant for laptops Lenovo and HP).

2. Preparing Xiaomi TV for wireless projection

Before connecting the device, you need to activate the corresponding functions in the settings of Xiaomi TV. The algorithm depends on the firmware version:

For models of 2022 and newer (PatchWall 4.0+)

1. Open Settings → Devices → Wireless projection.
2. Activate Miracast (or AirPlay if you need a protocol from Apple).
3. In the section Additional, select Compatibility Mode (recommended for older smartphones).
4. Restart the TV (Settings → About TV → Reboot).

For 2018–2021 models (PatchWall 2.0–3.5)

On older versions of firmware, the path to settings may differ:

1. Go to Settings. → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi Direct/Miracast.
2. If there is no section, use the service menu:
3. In the menu that opens, find the Wireless Display and turn it on.

Attention! Some models (Mi TV 4S 55, Redmi TV 70) require a network reset after Miracast is turned on in the service menu (Settings → Network → Network Reset), otherwise the TV will not appear in the list of available devices.

Enable Miracast/AirPlay in settings|

Update the firmware to the latest version|

Reboot the TV |

Check your 5GHz network connection (for Miracast) |

Reset network settings (if TV is not visible)-->

3. setting up wireless projection from a smartphone (Android/iOS)

The algorithm of the connection depends on the operating system of your smartphone. Let's consider both options.

For Android smartphones (Samsung, Xiaomi, Google Pixel, etc.)

Most modern Android devices support Miracast through Smart View (Samsung), Wireless Display (Xiaomi) or Cast (Google).

1. Open your smartphone settings and go to Connections → Wireless projection (the name may differ).
2. Turn on device search. Your Xiaomi TV (e.g. MiTV-ABCD-1234) should appear on the list.
3. Select a TV and confirm the connection on both devices.
4. If the image does not appear, try changing the display mode in the projection settings on your smartphone (optimally: Mirror).

Challenges and solutions:

• 🔴 The TV is not in. → Check that the TV is on Compatibility Mode (see Section 2). VPN smartphone.
• 🟡 Image lays → Reconnect to 5GHz network or reduce the screen resolution of the smartphone to 1080p.
• 🟢 No sound. → In the projection settings on your smartphone, turn on the option to Transmit audio.

For iPhone and iPad (AirPlay)

If your Xiaomi TV supports AirPlay (see table in section 1), the connection will take no more than a minute:

1. Make sure that your TV and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the iPhone, open the Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner).
3. Press Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring).
4. In the list, select your Xiaomi TV enter PIN-code, if required.

⚠️ Attention! on some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV Q1 2021) AirPlay only works after manual activation in the developer settings. → On TV. → Firmware version. Click on the line with the version. 7 Once you get a message, you're a developer, go back to the main settings and open it to developers. → Enable AirPlay. 💡If the projection from the iPhone is constantly interrupted, try to turn off the Low Data Consumption feature in the Wi-Fi settings on the TV. 4. Wireless projection from a laptop (Windows) 10/11 and macOS) Laptops on Windows and macOS can also stream the screen to Xiaomi TV, But the setup here is more complicated than with smartphones. For Windows. 10/11 In most cases, standard system tools are sufficient: Press Win + P and select Connect to a wireless display. in the list, find your Xiaomi TV (If you don't have one, update your Wi-Fi adapter drivers. Confirm your TV connection. If the standard method doesn't work: 🔧 Install Miracast driver for your video card from the official website (Intel, NVIDIA or AMD). 🔧 Enable Virtual Wi-Fi in the command line: netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=MiTV key=12345678 (substitute 12345678 password-wise). 🔧 Use third-party utilities like Miracast Display Adapter or AirParrot (paid but supported) 4K@60 For macOS (AirPlay) On a MacBook or iMac, the projection is configured via the built-in AirPlay: Make sure the TV and Mac are connected to the same network. In the menu bar, click on the screen control icon (or Display). Select Duplicate on → [Your Xiaomi. TV]. ⚠️ Attention, macOS Ventura 13.3+ You may need to disable the Firewall in your security settings, otherwise the TV won't show up in the list of available devices.What to do if Windows doesn't see Xiaomi TV? 1. Check if your Miracast Wi-Fi adapter supports (open Device Manager) → Network adapters and find the Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast string in properties. 2. Update drivers via Windows Update or from the laptop manufacturer's website. 3. Try connecting via the access point: create a network on your TV (Settings) → Wi-Fi → Access Point) and connect to it from your laptop. 4. If nothing helps, use a USB-Wi-Fi adapter with Miracast support (for example, TP-Link Archer). T4U). 5. Optimizing broadcast quality: How to remove lags and artifacts Even if the projection works, users often face video delays, sound breaks, or low resolution. Here's how to fix it: Causes of poor quality and ways to fix them Problem Cause Laga's solution when watching video Low Wi-Fi bandwidth Switch to the network 5 GHz or connect via cable (if the TV supports Wi-Fi) + Ethernet) Low resolution (720p instead 4K)Miracast Protocol Limitation Use AirPlay (if supported) or reduce the screen resolution of the source Sound and video are not synchronized Buffering Delay In the projection settings on your smartphone / laptop, turn on Low Lag Black Screen when connecting manually set the permit 1920×1080@60 Hz (Settings) → Screen. → Resolution) Additional settings to improve quality 📶 Change the Wi-Fi channel on the router: use channels 36–48 (5 GHz) for minimal interference. 🔄 Turn off power saving on your smartphone / laptop: in the battery settings add the projection app to the exceptions. 🎮 For games, use Steam Link or Moonlight instead of Miracast – the delay will be lower. 🔊 Sound problems? Check the audio format in the TV settings: set up PCM Dolby Digital instead of Dolby Digital. 💡For maximum broadcast quality 4K@60 Hz use AirPlay (if supported) or connect via cable HDMI 2.1. Miracast is not physically capable of streaming video at this frame rate without loss. 6. Common Errors and Solutions If the wireless projection is not working or is not working correctly, check the following points: Connection errors and their correction 🚫 "The device is not supported" → Update your TV firmware to the latest version or use the Mi adapter TV Stick. 🔌 "No signal" → Reboot the router and TV, then reconnect. 🔒 "Required. PIN-code" → On the TV screen will appear 4-digit code – enter it on your smartphone / laptop. 📱 "The phone can't see the TV" → Turn on Developer Mode on TV and activate Wi-Fi Debugging. Problems with specific Xiaomi models TV Model TV Problem Solutions Mi TV 4A (2018)Miracast only works after reset Perform Reset to factory (Settings) → On TV. → Reset) Redmi Smart TV X50AirPlay Disable after updates Roll back firmware to version 1.7.65 or use Xiaomi Miracast TV Q2 2022Lags when broadcasting from iPhone Turn off Dynamic range in the settings of the TV Mi screen TV 5 Pro No sound when projecting with PCS Install manually codec AAC in the Windows sound settings ⚠️ Attention! On Xiaomi TVs with MediaTek processor MT9611 (2020 models after Android update TV 11 may be missing Miracast support. In this case, only the rollback of the firmware or the use of an external adapter (for example, AnyCast) will help. M2 Plus). 7. Alternative ways to wirelessly transmit images If standard protocols don’t work or don’t suit quality, consider alternative methods: 📱 Google Cast (Chromecast) → Suitable for streaming individual apps (YouTube, Netflix) instead of full screen mirroring.Requires Google Home to be installed on a smartphone. 💻 Steam Link → Best for gaming: low latency (20–40 (ms) and support 4K@60 Hz. Needs a PC with Steam installed. 🌐 Plex/Kodi → It's not good for mirroring the screen, but it's more stable than Miracast. 🔌 USB-C → HDMI adapter → If wireless methods are not satisfied, use a wired connection (latency) ~5 Comparison of alternative methods: Delay MethodMax. Permission required by Google Cast100–300 miss1080pApp with support for Cast Steam Link20–40 miss4K@60 HPC with Steam, local network USB-C → HDMI5 miss8K@60 Hzadapter (~1500–3000 ₽) Plex500+ miss4KPlex Server on PC 8. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) My Xiaomi. TV Can I add it? Officially not, because AirPlay is dependent on hardware (chipset) and firmware version. TV 4S) Users have installed custom firmware with AirPlay support, but this requires unlocking the bootloader and risks "bricking" the device. TV 4K Or Nvidia Shield. You have a picture on Miracast, but you don't have sound. What do you do? It's a problem that's typical of Xiaomi Android TVs? TV 9. Solutions: On your smartphone/laptop in the projection settings, enable the option to Transmit audio. On the TV, go to Settings. → Sound. → Exit HDMI and choose PCM If you use Windows, update your sound card drivers (download from the manufacturer's website, not through Windows Update). TV If your TV doesn’t support AirPlay, there are three options: Use Miracast through third-party utilities like AirParrot 3 or Reflector (paid, ~2000 ₽). Connect to HDMI adapter USB-C → HDMI (The delay is minimal. DLNA AirParrot is the best choice, because it emulates Miracast and is more stable than the built-in macOS. Why does the video slow down when you project it from an Android smartphone and the sound goes fine? This is a typical Wi-Fi bandwidth problem. Solutions: Switch to a 5GHz network (if you use 2.4GHz). Reduce the resolution of the smartphone screen to 1080p In projection settings. Turn off background apps that consume traffic (Torrent, cloud syncs). If the router is dual-band, link the TV to 5 GHz manually (Wi-Fi settings). → Additionally. → If nothing helps, try connecting via Wi-Fi Direct (without a router) - this will reduce delays. TV Technically possible, but Xiaomi does not provide built-in tools for reverse mirroring.Options: Use the camera: Point the smartphone camera to the TV screen and stream the image via Zoom or Google Meet (quality will be low). HDMI-Get a device like the Elgato Cam Link (~10 000 ₽), Connect him to the TV through HDMI, And the smartphone, by USB. DLNA-Server: Install an app like BubbleUPnP on TV to stream media files to your smartphone. ROOT on TV and special software (such as scrcpy), but this violates the warranty.