How to Connect to a Xiaomi TV over Bluetooth: A Complete Guide to Problem Solutions

Connecting your Bluetooth devices to your Xiaomi TV opens up a lot of possibilities, from listening to movies through wireless headphones to streaming music from your phone to the big screen. However, many users face difficulties — the Bluetooth activation button is not active, the device does not find the TV, the sound is interrupted. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting (including hidden settings), analyze typical errors and give a checklist to diagnose problems.

Feature of Xiaomi TVs (series Mi) TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A Pro, etc. – non-standard location of the Bluetooth menu depending on the firmware version MIUI TV. Somewhere the option is hidden in Sound Settings, and someplace it needs to be turned on first through Developer Mode, and we'll show you a universal method for activating Bluetooth even on models where it's initially disabled by the manufacturer.

1. Compatibility Check: Does your TV support Xiaomi Bluetooth?

Not all Xiaomi models are equipped with a Bluetooth module - this is a key point before you start setting up. TV X50/X55 2020 Often produced without support for wireless technology, while the flagship Mi TV Q1/Q2 2022+ have a built-in Bluetooth module 5.0.

To find out if you have Bluetooth in your model:

• 🔍 See the specifications on the official Xiaomi website (enter the model in the catalog search).
• 📄 Check the sticker on the back of the TV – it may indicate “Bluetooth” or an acronym "BT".
• 🔧 Go to the Settings menu → On TV. → Specifications (if there is a paragraph).

If you don’t have Bluetooth in your model, you’ll get an external Bluetooth adapter (e.g., Xiaomi Bluetooth Audio Receiver or universal TP-Link). UB400). He's connected to the port. USB-A on the TV, after which it is defined as a standard module.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9.0 and below, external adapters may not work without manually installing drivers.

2. Activation of Bluetooth in the TV menu: step-by-step actions

If your TV supports Bluetooth, the first thing you need to do is turn on the module. MIUI TV The path to customization may be different. We've put together the latest firmware options for 2021-2026:

Enter Settings (cog on the remote)

Select Devices and Accessories or Connections

Find Bluetooth (may be in the Wireless Networks submenu)

Move the slider to the on position.

Wait 10-15 seconds to initialize the module-->

On Xiaomi TVs TV A Pro 2023 and newer Bluetooth enabled via Settings → Sound. → Sound output → Bluetooth device. If there is no point, then the module is disabled at the firmware level - you will need to activate via developer mode (instruction in the next section).

After turning on, the TV should appear in the list of available devices on your smartphone, headphones or column.

1. Make sure that the distance between the devices does not exceed 10 meters (optimally - 1-3 meters).
2. Restart the TV (press the power button on the remote for 5 seconds).
3. Check if the maximum number of devices is already connected (usually the limit is 5 gadgets).

3. Hidden method: Turning Bluetooth on through Developer Mode

On some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV 4A "32" or "Redmi Smart" TV X43) The Bluetooth option is hidden by the manufacturer, but it can be activated through the developer menu. MIUI TV before version 3.0.12.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → On TV.
2. Find the line build number and click on it 7 times in a row (should appear notification "You became a developer").
3. Return to the main settings menu – there will be a new item for developers.
4. In the Network section, find Turn on Bluetooth and activate the option.

If Bluetooth still doesn’t appear in the main settings after these actions, try resetting the TV to factory settings (Settings) → System system → Resetting helps in 60% of cases when the module is locked due to a firmware failure.

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After activating the developer mode, you can also turn on debugging by USB (Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB). This will help connect the TV to a PC to diagnose Bluetooth problems ADB.

4. Connecting different types of devices: headphones, smartphones, gamepads

The connection process depends on the type of gadget. Let's look at the nuances for the most popular scenarios.

Wireless headphones (AirDots, Sony) WH-1000XM5 etc.)

Algorithm:

1. Transfer the headphones to pairing mode (usually by pressing the power button for 3-5 seconds before the indicator flashes).
2. On the TV, go to Settings. → Bluetooth and select headphones from the list.
3. Confirm the connection (it may be necessary to enter) PIN-code, usually 0000 or 1234).

If the sound is delayed (lag), try:

• 🎧 Switch the codec in the headphone settings (for example, with AAC on SBC).
• 📺 In the TV menu, select Sound settings → Sound delay and set 0 ms.

4.2. Smartphone (Android/iPhone)

Smartphone can be connected to Xiaomi TV both for audio transmission and for TV control (e.g., through the Mi Remote app:

1. On your smartphone, turn on Bluetooth and find the TV in the list of devices.
2. Confirm the pairing on both devices.
3. Start playing music – the sound should be automatically transmitted to the TV speakers.

⚠️ Note: On iPhone when connecting to Xiaomi TV You may have a "Device does not support audio" error, so you can upgrade your TV firmware to the latest version or use AirPlay instead of Bluetooth.

Gamepads (DualSense, Xbox Controller)

Xiaomi TVs on Android TV 10.0+ Supports the connection of controllers for games via Bluetooth:

• 🎮 DualSense (PS5) Connected in pairing mode (clamping Share) + PS 3 seconds).
• 🖲️ Xbox Controller requires firmware updates to MIUI TV 3.0.5+.
• 🕹️ Emulators (e.g. RetroArch) may need to manually adjust buttons in Settings. → Input devices.

5.Table: Compatibility of Bluetooth devices with Xiaomi TVs

If your device doesn't connect, check its compatibility with a table. for example, AirPods Pro is not officially supported by Xiaomi TVs due to Apple's proprietary protocol. W1/H1, But you can use adapters like AvnerShak. EDUP Bluetooth Adapter.

6. Solving Common Bluetooth Problems on Xiaomi TV

Even after a successful connection, users encounter errors.-5 problems and ways of eliminating them:

6.1 Bluetooth not turned on (gray slider)

Causes and solutions:

• 🔌 Hardware lock: On some models (e.g. Mi) TV 4A) Bluetooth is off at iron level. The solution is an external adapter.
• 🔄 Firmware failure: Reset the TV to factory settings (Settings) → System system → Reset).
• 🛠️ No driver: Update the software through Settings → Updating the system.

The device is connected, but no sound.

Checklist for diagnosis:

Selected the right sound source in Settings → Sound. → Sound output

Is the sound on the connected device (earphones, column) turned off?

Is there a "Silent Sound" or "Night Mode" on the TV?

Are audio drivers updated (check in Settings) → On TV. → Updates)-->

Permanent communication interruptions

If the connection is interrupted every 5-10 minutes:

• 📶 Check for interference from other wireless devices (routers, microwaves).
• 🔋 Replace batteries in a connected device (low charge can cause ruptures).
• 🔄 Reconnect the device by removing it from the list of conjugates (Settings) → Bluetooth → Remove the device).

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If the problem with communication breaks only occurs when watching videos, try to reduce the bitrate of sound in the settings of the headphones or speakers. On Android smartphones, this is done through the developer menu (Settings) → System system → For developers → Bluetooth codec).

6.4 The TV cannot see the device

Possible causes:

• 🔍 The device is not in pairing mode (check the indicators).
• 📱 On the smartphone enabled mode "Hide the device" (turn off in Bluetooth settings).
• 🔄 The TV’s Bluetooth module overheated (let it cool for 10-15 minutes).

Sound delay (audio lag)

To eliminate the delay:

1. Switch the codec to SBC (The most stable, but with less quality).
2. In the TV settings, select Sound Settings. → Synchronization of sound → Manual setting and set the delay -100 miss.
3. If you use Sony or Bose headphones, update their firmware through the proprietary app.

7. Alternative ways to connect if Bluetooth is not working

If you haven’t managed to set up Bluetooth or your TV model doesn’t support it, consider alternatives:

• 🎵 3.5mm audio output: Connect headphones or speakers through an adapter RCA → 3.5 mm (if the TV has a connector) AUDIO OUT).
• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct: To stream music from a smartphone (for example, via a mobile phone) DLNA or Mi Share).
• 🔌 USB-Adapter: External Bluetooth transmitter (e.g, 1Mii B06 Avantree Oasis is connected to the port. USB and emulates the built-in module.
• 🖥️ HDMI ARC: To connect a soundbar with support ARC (sound HDMI-cable).

For gamers who need a minimum lag, the best option is to wire the controller through a wired connection. USB-OTG. The delay is reduced from 80-120 ms (by Bluetooth) to 5-10 ms.

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If you are using Xiaomi TV Stick or Mi Box, connect the Bluetooth device directly to the console – this often solves compatibility problems, as the firmware of the console is updated more often than on the TV.

8. firmware update to improve Bluetooth performance

Many Bluetooth issues on Xiaomi TVs are solved by software updates. firmware can add support for new codecs (e.g., aptX or ad-hoc codecs). LDAC), fix plug-in bugs and reduce sound latency.

How to update software:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If a new version is available, confirm the installation (the TV will restart automatically).

If the automatic update does not work:

• Download the firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website.
• Copy the file to a flash drive in FAT32 format.
• Connect the flash drive to the TV and select Settings → Update → Local Update.

⚠️ Note: When you upgrade locally, do not disconnect the TV from the network and do not remove the flash drive until the process is complete (may take up to 20 minutes.

After the update, reset your Bluetooth settings (Settings) → Devices and accessories → Bluetooth → Reset settings) and connect devices again.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV