How to send a video to a Xiaomi TV: all ways with detailed instructions

Transferring video to the big screen of Xiaomi TV is a challenge that every smart TV owner faces. Whether you want to show family photos, run a movie from your phone or stream from YouTube, modern Mi TVs, Redmi Smart TVs and Xiaomi TV A Pro support several ways to wirelessly and wiredly transfer content. However, not all methods are equally convenient: somewhere lost quality, somewhere there are delays, and some features may simply not work on older models.

In this article, we will look at 7 proven ways to send video to a Xiaomi TV, from standard (via Miracast or DLNA) to little-known (for example, using ADB to manually download files). Particular attention will be paid to the problems with the H.265 codec (HEVC) on Xiaomi TVs 2019-2021, which often cause no sound or “teared” playback.

1. Wireless transmission via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast (or Screen Mirroring) technology allows you to duplicate the screen of a smartphone, tablet or PC on a Xiaomi TV without wires, this method is universal, but has limitations: delay up to 1-2 seconds and possible quality reduction with a weak Wi-Fi signal.

To turn on Miracast on your TV:

• 📺 On Xiaomi remote, press Menu → Settings → Connection and sharing → Wireless display.
• 🔍 Enable the Miracast option (on some models – Screen Mirroring).
• 📱 On your smartphone (Android) open Settings → Connected devices → Transfer the screen and select your TV.

On iPhone or iPad instead of Miracast uses AirPlay, but Xiaomi TVs do not support it out of the box. To circumvent the restriction, you will need to install third-party software, such as ApowerMirror (for more details in the section on applications).

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV 4A (2018) and older Miracast may not work with Android 12 devices+ Because of Wi-Fi Direct compatibility issues, the solution is to upgrade the TV firmware to the latest version.

2. Transmission via DLNA/UPnP (media server)

DLNA allows you to stream videos, music and photos from your device to your TV over a local network, and unlike Miracast, it doesn't transfer the screen, it transfers the file itself, which reduces the load on the smartphone processor and reduces latency.

How to set up DLNA on a Xiaomi TV:

1. Connect your TV and smartphone/PC to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On TV, go to Settings → Network Settings → DLNA and turn on the option.
3. On your smartphone, use a media server app (such as BubbleUPnP or VLC) to “share” your video folder.
4. On your TV, open the Media Player (or Gallery) app and select your device from the source list.

DLNA has the advantage of supporting most formats, including MKV and MP4 with H.264 codec. However, Xiaomi TVs do not support H.265 (HEVC) hardware decoding via DLNA until 2022, so video in this format will be played with jerks or without sound.

3. Connection through USB-drive-storage

The most reliable way to play video on a Xiaomi TV is to copy files to a USB flash drive or external HDD with USB 3.0 support. This method guarantees maximum quality (including 4K HDR) and no delays, but requires pre-prepared files.

Instructions:

• 📁 Copy the video to a flash drive in format FAT32 (for files up to 4 GB or exFAT (for files over 4 GB).
• 🔌 Connect the drive to the port USB on the TV (usually side or back).
• 🎬 On the remote, press Menu. → Media player → USB-device and select the file.

⚠️ Attention: Xiaomi Mi TVs TV 4S (2019–2020) do not support playback of codec video AV1 And.mkv containers with multiple audio tracks, and you'll have to recode the file or use a different method of transferring it.

Format in exFAT (for files >4 GB) |

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Use folders without Cyrillic characters |

Disable external HDD before retrieval

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4.Use of streaming applications (YouTube, Film Search, OKKO)

If the video is stored online (like YouTube or Google Photos), the easiest way to use the built-in apps on your Xiaomi TV is to use the following:

• 🎥 YouTube supports 4K HDR 60 FPS.
• 🎬 Cinema search HD — for films and TV series (requires a subscription).
• 📺 OKKO and IVI — Alternative streaming platforms.
• 🖼️ Google Photos – for personal videos (available on Android TV) TV 9+).

To transfer video from a smartphone to an app:

1. Open the video in a mobile app (e.g. YouTube).
2. Click the Broadcast button (screen and Wi-Fi icon).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list of devices.

The advantage of this method is that there is no need to download files beforehand, but the quality of streaming depends on the speed of the Internet: 4K requires at least 25 Mbps.

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If YouTube videos are slowing down on Xiaomi TV, try turning off the Auto Quality option in the app settings and manually select 1080p resolution.

5. HDMI wired connection (for PCs and laptops)

To transfer video from a computer or laptop to a TV, Xiaomi is optimally used HDMI-This method provides the maximum quality (4K@120 Hz, HDR10+) Minimal latency, which is critical for games or watching movies with surround sound.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect one end. HDMI-port-wire HDMI IN on the television (usually marked as HDMI 2.0 or ARC).
2. Connect the other end to a PC graphics card or HDMI/USB-C port on a laptop.
3. On the Xiaomi remote, click Source (or Input) and select the appropriate one. HDMI-port.
4. On PC, press Win + P and select Duplicate or Expand mode.

If the image does not appear:

• 🔄 Check that the cable supports the desired resolution (for example, for the 4K@60 Hz is needed HDMI 2.0).
• 🔊 Make sure the sound is transmitted by HDMI: In Windows audio settings, select the output device Digital audio (HDMI).
• 📺 On the TV in the menu Settings → Picture → Regime. HDMI choose PC (reduce delay).

6.Alternative methods: ADB, FTP and cloud services

If standard methods do not work (for example, due to outdated firmware or format incompatibility), you can use advanced methods:

1. ADB transmission (for power users)

You can upload videos directly to the TV's internal memory via Android Debug Bridge.

adb connect [IP_ TV]:5555


adb push video.mp4/sdcard/Download/

🔹 IP-The address of the TV can be found in the settings → On TV. → Network status.

2. FTP-TV-server

Apps like this FX File Explorer (installed via the APK) let them run FTP-server on TV and upload files over the local network.

3. Cloud services (Google Drive, Yandex Drive)

On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9+ You can install Google Drive or Yandex Drive through the Play Market and stream the video directly from there. 4K-Content will require high-speed internet.

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB third-party APK It may violate the warranty on Xiaomi TVs if the firmware is damaged.Before experimenting, back up your settings in Settings → System system → Backup.

7. Solving Video Playback Problems

If the video is not playing or comes with artifacts, check out the following points:

To transcode video, we recommend using HandBrake (free program) with settings:

• 🎯 Format: MP4.
• 📽️ Codec: H.264 (or H.265 TV 2022+).
• 🔊 Audio codec: AAC.
• 📏 Permission: no higher 3840×2160 (4K).

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Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall may not have support DLNA. In this case, use USB-Update or update the firmware to the global version.

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