How to connect the column with Alice to the TV Xiaomi Mi TV: all ways 2026

Connecting the smart speaker with voice assistant Alice to the Xiaomi Mi TV opens up new possibilities for managing multimedia, from voice search for movies to adjusting the volume without a remote. However, many users face difficulties in syncing devices — especially if we are talking about models with limited support for third-party gadgets, like the Mi TV 4S or Mi TV Q1.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting (Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, Wi-Fi Direct), explain why the Yandex Station and Capsule speakers require different settings for Xiaomi TV, and give solutions to typical errors - from lack of sound to problems with command recognition. Instructions adapted for the firmware of MIUI TV 2023-2026 and take into account the features of the latest updates of Alice.

What speakers with Alice are compatible with Xiaomi Mi TV

Not all smart speakers from Yandex work equally well with Xiaomi TVs. The main criterion for compatibility is audio transmission protocols.

• 🔊 Yandex Station (1st and 2nd generation) – connects via Bluetooth 4.2+ Wi-Fi Direct, but may require manual codec configuration (e.g, AAC instead SBC pitch-wise).
• 🎤 Yandex Mini Station is the best option for Mi TV thanks to the compactness and support of Bluetooth 5.0, but has a communication range limit (up to 5 meters without interference).
• 📦 Yandex Capsule – suitable only for Xiaomi Mi models TV s HDMI ARC (Like Mi. TV Q2 75) because it does not have a Bluetooth module.
• 🔋 Yandex Station Max - supports all protocols, but due to high power can cause interference on old TVs (solved by resetting Bluetooth settings).

Important: Display speakers (e.g. Yandex Screen Station) may conflict with MIUI TV while using voice control and video broadcasting, in which case it is recommended to disable the "Show Notifications on Screen" function in Alice's settings.

Method 1: Bluetooth connection (most universal)

Bluetooth is the easiest way to synchronize, but it has limitations: audio delay (up to 200 ms) and possible interference with a large number of devices on the network. TV, except for Mi TV Stick (it doesn't have a Bluetooth module).

1. Turn on the Alice column and activate the pairing mode: For Yandex Stations: press and hold the Microphone button for 5 seconds until the blue indicator flashes. For Capsule: use the Bluetooth button on the back.

On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.

Select your column from the list. If it is not available, update the list of devices (Update button in the upper right corner).

Confirm pairing on both devices. The column may require input of 0000 or 1234.

The column appears in the list of connected devices|The sound is reproduced without distortion.|Sound delay does not exceed 150 ms|Alice's voice commands are recognized from a distance of 3+ square-->

⚠️ Warning: If the sound is interrupted after connecting, check if the Bluetooth Energy Saving mode is turned on on on the TV (disables in Settings). → Network and connectivity → Also make sure that the speaker and the TV are not more than 8 meters apart.

Method 2: Connect via HDMI ARC (for better sound)

If your Xiaomi TV supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel), this method will provide minimal audio latency and higher transmission quality.

• 🔌 HDMI-cable version 1.4 or higher (combined with a TV usually comes with a suitable cable).
• 🎧 adapter HDMI → 3.5 mm jack (for columns without HDMI-entrance, for example, Yandex Capsule).
• 🔊 Column with HDMI-input (for example, Yandex Max Station or sound panel with a HDMI ARC).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect. HDMI-port HDMI ARC on the television (usually signed).
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the column or adapter.
3. On the TV, go to Settings → Sound → Sound Out → HDMI ARC.
4. Turn on the HDMI Control (CEC) option so that the TV can adjust the volume of the speaker.

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If after connecting the sound is only through the TV speakers, check if the mode is activated "Only". TV-"Displays" in the audio settings. Turn it off and select "External speakers (HDMI ARC)".

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV P1 mi TV Q1 when used HDMI ARC The sound may disappear when switching signal sources (for example, with the HDMI1 on TV). Solution: Turn off the "Quick Source Switch" function in the system settings.

Method 3: Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (for voice control)

This method not only broadcasts audio, but also controls the TV voice through Alice (for example, the commands "Turn on Netflix" or "Grow up the volume"). However, it only works with speakers that support Wi-Fi Direct (Yandex Station 2nd generation and later).

Instructions:

1. On the column, activate Wi-Fi Direct mode (for Yandex Stations, say "Alice, turn on Wi-Fi Direct").
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Network and Connections → Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Select your column from the list. If you don't have one, update the list or reload the column.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices. The column may need input PIN-code (usually 12345678).
5. In the TV sound settings, select Sound Output. → Wi-Fi Direct (Your column).

After connecting, check the voice commands:

Examples of teams for Alice:


- "Alice, play YouTube on the TV."




- "Alice, set the volume to 50%."




"Alice, find the Lord of the Rings movie on the Movie Search."

Adjusting the sound after connecting

Even after successfully connecting the speaker, you can have problems with the sound, whether it's quiet, distorted, or lack of bass.

• 🔊 Volume up: On Yandex Station, the maximum volume is limited to 80%. To remove the limit, tell Alice, Set the maximum volume".
• 🎛️ Equalizer setting: In the Yandex application (section "Devices" → Your column. → Select Preset "Cinema" for better playback of dialogues.
• 🔇 Sound distortion: If the sound is “hackling”, turn off the Dolby Audio effects on the TV or "DTS" sound-tuning.
• 🔄 Synchronization of sound and video: If the sound delay is more than 200 ms, turn on the Lipsinc mode (Settings) → Sound. → Synchronization of sound).

For models Xiaomi Mi TV A2 and Mi TV ES available additional setting "Audio format":

Recommended parameters:


- Format: PCM




- Sample rate: 48 kHz




- Bitrate: 256 kbit/s

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For perfect synchronization of audio and video when connected over Bluetooth, use the aptX Low Latency codec (if supported by your speaker). On Xiaomi TVs, this codec is only available on models with the MediaTek 9650 chipset and later.

Typical problem solving

If the column with Alice does not connect or does not work correctly, use this table of solutions:

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV 4A (2018 release may not support codecs AAC and aptX. In this case, use the column to connect HDMI ARC Or buy a Bluetooth transmitter with support SBC (for example, 1Mii B06 Plus).

Voice control of the TV through Alice

Once you have the speaker, you can control the Xiaomi TV with your voice, and here is a list of supported commands (relevant to MIUI TV 3.0+):

• 📺 Control: "Alice, turn on the TV", "Alice, turn off the TV in 30 minutes".
• 🔊 Adjustment of sound: "Alice, turn 70 percent volume", "Alice, turn off the sound".
• 🎬 Content Management: "Alice, Find Game of Thrones on Movie Search", "Alice, Turn on YouTube".
• 🔍 Search: "Alice, show movies with Leonardo DiCaprio", "Alice, find cartoons for children".
• ⚙️ Settings: “Alice, switch the entrance to HDMI 1," "Alice, turn on the movie mode".

To ensure that the teams work correctly:

1. Make sure that the TV and the speaker are linked to the same Yandex account.
2. Turn on the option "Voice control" in the settings of the TV (Settings → Smart home).
3. Update the Yandex app on your smartphone to the latest version.

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If Alice doesn't find a TV on the control list, try saying, "Alice, find new devices." After that, the TV should appear in the "Smart Home" section of the Yandex app.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Alice to Xiaomi Mi TV