How to connect a wireless display to a Xiaomi TV: Miracast, AirPlay and Wi-Fi Direct

Introduction: Why you need a wireless display on Xiaomi TV

Wirelessly streaming your image to a Xiaomi TV is not just a convenience, it’s a way to transform your Smart TV into a feature-rich entertainment hub. Imagine watching vacation photos on a big screen, streaming a presentation from a laptop wirelessly, or playing mobile games with minimal latency, all made possible by Miracast, AirPlay, Wi-Fi Direct, and proprietary solutions from Xiaomi.

However, not all users know that modern Mi TVs (P1, Q2, A2 and others) support several wireless transmission protocols – and each has its own nuances. For example, Miracast runs on Android devices, but can brake at high resolution, and AirPlay is only available on models with Mi TV OS 3.0+. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting, including using Mi TV Stick and Mi Box S, and also explain how to avoid typical errors (for example, code 1001 when connecting).

Important: If your TV is released before 2019, some features may not be available. Check for wireless support from the Settings menu → Connections → Wireless display. If you don’t have one, you’ll need an external device (we’ll talk about them in the last section).

1. Miracast Connection: The Universal Way for Android

Miracast is a wireless image transfer standard supported by most Android devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops) and Xiaomi Android TVs. The main advantage is the lack of dependence on the manufacturer: you can stream the screen even from Samsung or Huawei devices.

To connect:

• 📱 On your smartphone: open Settings → Connected devices → Wireless display (on MIUI The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → Wireless monitor).
• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Connections → Wireless display (Miracast) and activate standby mode.
• 🔄 In the list of available devices on your smartphone, select the name of your Mi. TV (for example, MiTV-P1-1234).
• ✅ Confirm the connection on both devices.

Miracast data speeds depend on the Wi-Fi version of the TV. Wi-Fi 6 models (e.g. Mi TV Q2 2023) support resolution up to 4K@30Hz, whereas older versions (Mi TV 4S) are limited to 1080p@60Hz. For games, we recommend using Game Mode in the TV settings to reduce latency.

⚠️ Note: If the image slows down, try to reduce the screen resolution on your smartphone to 1920×1080 Or disable background applications, and check if it's blocking data transmission. VPN firewall.

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2. AirPlay on Xiaomi TV: how to stream from iPhone and Mac

Apple’s AirPlay technology allows you to transfer content from your iPhone, iPad or Mac to your TV wirelessly. However, not all Xiaomi models support this protocol out of the box. Officially AirPlay is only available on TVs with Mi TV OS 3.0 and later (for example, Mi TV P1 2021, Q2 2022).

Instructions for connection:

1. Make sure that the TV and Apple device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On TV: Settings → Connections → Apple AirPlay → turn on the feature.
3. On iPhone/iPad: Swipe up to open the Control Panel, click Screen Duplication and select your Mi TV.
4. To stream audio only (such as music) use the AirPlay option in the Apple Music or Spotify app.

On Xiaomi TVs with Mi TV OS 2.0 and older AirPlay can only be activated via a workaround: install a third-party application (such as AirScreen) via Send Files to TV or USB-However, this method may violate Apple's security policies and lead to synchronization errors.

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If AirPlay does not find the TV, restart the router and turn off the Local Network function on the iPhone in the Wi-Fi settings (Settings) → Wi-Fi → ⓘ net-side).

3. Wi-Fi Direct: Direct connection without router

Wi-Fi Direct allows you to connect devices directly, without a router intermediary. This is useful if you don’t have Wi-Fi access or want to minimize latency. Xiaomi TVs have been supporting this protocol since the Mi TV 3 model (2016).

Connection algorithm:

• 📺 On TV: Settings → The Internet and the Internet → Wi-Fi Direct → turn on.
• 📱 On your smartphone: in Wi-Fi settings, find a network called DIRECT-xx-MiTV-[model] and connect to it (password is not usually required).
• 🔄 After you connect, activate Miracast or DLNA content-transmitting.

The main disadvantage of Wi-Fi Direct is the limited data transfer speed (maximum 300 Mbps on older models). For streaming video in 4K, it is better to use standard Wi-Fi 5/6. Also consider that when you connect directly, the TV loses access to the Internet (you can not use YouTube or Netflix at the same time).

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Disney)+ Amazon Prime Video is blocking Wi-Fi Direct streaming DRM-In this case, use the restrictions. HDMI or Mi TV Stick.

4.Using the Mi TV Stick and Mi Box S: an alternative for older models

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support wireless protocols (for example, Mi TV 4A 2018), the output will be an external device – Mi TV Stick or Mi Box S. Both gadgets run on Android TV and support:

• 🎮 Google Cast (similar to Chromecast) for broadcasting from Android/iOS.
• 🖥️ Miracast and AirPlay (on the Mi Box S after update).
• 🎬 Built-in services: Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video in the 4K HDR.

To connect:

1. Insert the Mi TV Stick into the HDMI port of the TV and connect the power via USB.
2. Select the appropriate signal source on the remote (HDMI 1/2).
3. Follow the on-screen instructions for setting up your Wi-Fi and Google account.
4. Use Google Home (Android) or Screen Mirroring (iOS) to stream the screen.

The Mi Box S compares favorably to the Mi TV Stick with the presence of an Ethernet port (for stable Internet) and support for Dolby Audio. However, it has a higher price and larger dimensions. For most tasks, Mi TV Stick will suffice, if you do not need 4K@60Hz.

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Mi TV Stick is the best solution for Xiaomi TVs without Smart features or with outdated firmware. It is cheaper than the Mi Box S, but does not support Ethernet and has a resolution limit (max. 1080p on some models).

5. DLNA and Local Area Networks: Transfer of Media Files

DLNA is designed to transfer media files (video, music, photos) over a local network. Unlike Miracast, it does not duplicate the screen, but only broadcasts selected content. All Xiaomi TVs on Android TV support DLNA out of the box.

How to use:

• 📁 Make sure that the files (e.g., the movie in the.mp4) are in a shared folder on the PC or NAS-storage.
• 📺 On TV: Open Media Player or Files app, select Local Network.
• 🔍 In the list of devices, find your PC/server and select the desired file.

For convenience, you can use DLNA amplifiers:

• 🖥️ Plex Media Server (for organizing media library).
• 📱 BubbleUPnP (Android) or 8player (iOS) for broadcast management.

DLNA limitations:

• ❌ Not supportive. DRM-Protected content (e.g. movies from iTunes).
• ❌ The delay in reproduction may be 1-2 seconds.
• ❌ Not all video formats are supported (e.g..mkv with codec). HEVC may not reproduce).

6. Problem Solving: Connection errors and lags

Even with the right wireless display setup, users are faced with common errors, and consider the most common and ways to fix them:

If the TV does not detect the broadcasting device:

1. Reboot both devices.
2. Check if the TV is not on Game or Energy Saving (they can block background processes).
3. Reset network settings: Settings → Network and Internet → Network reset.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware below Mi TV OS 2.5 There may be no support WPA3 — Wi-Fi security standard, if your router is only running in mode WPA3, switch it to WPA2/WPA3 Mixed.

7. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The choice of connection method depends on your tasks and devices. Here is a quick comparison:

For games, you should use Miracast with Wi-Fi 6 TVs or Mi TV Stick (minimum latency). For movies, DLNA or AirPlay (best picture quality) is good. If you want to duplicate the screen of a Windows laptop, Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct is optimal.

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For maximum stability, use a wired connection (Ethernet for Mi Box S) or a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (AX3000+).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions