How to connect a wireless screen to a Xiaomi TV: all ways and solutions to errors

Wirelessly transferring images from your phone, laptop or tablet to Xiaomi’s big screen is a convenient feature that saves time and eliminates wire confusion. However, not everyone knows how to set up this connection correctly, especially if it comes to different protocols: Miracast, AirPlay (for Apple devices) or Xiaomi’s proprietary solutions. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting, including hidden settings and avoiding typical errors.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi series) TV 4/5, Mi TV Q1/Q2, Redmi Smart TV Support several wireless broadcast technologies, but implementations may vary depending on the model and firmware version. 2020 The yearly applications often require manual Wi-Fi Direct activation, and new ones automatically identify devices via Google Cast. We will look at universal methods that work on most devices, and also pay attention to specific cases.

1. Preparing Xiaomi TV for wireless connection

Before you start setting up, make sure your Xiaomi TV is ready to receive the signal, which includes checking the firmware version, including the necessary functions in the menu, and setting up the network, skipping these steps often leads to errors like “Device not found” or “Disconnected”.

The first thing you need to do is update the firmware of the TV to the latest version.

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click on “Check Updates” and wait for the process to complete.
3. If an update is available, install it and restart the TV.

Then activate the wireless broadcast functions:

• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct: Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi Direct (turn on and make the TV visible to other devices).
• 🔄 Miracast: Settings → Connections → Wireless display (enable the option to Allow Connection»).
• 🍎 AirPlay (for AirPlay) iPhone/iPad): Settings → Apple AirPlay and HomeKit (available on Mi models) TV 5 Pro and newer).

Important: If you don’t have Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast on the menu, your TV model only supports Google Cast (via apps like YouTube or Google Home), then you can go to the Android streaming section.

2. Connection from Android smartphone (Miracast/Google Cast)

Android-based smartphones (including Xiaomi, Redmi devices, POCO) They can stream the screen to the TV in two ways: through the built-in Miracast (screen duplication) or through Google Cast (broadcasting individual applications.

Method 1: Miracast (Duplicate screen)

This method completely replicates the image from the phone on the TV, including notifications and system menus, suitable for presentations, games or viewing content that is not available in the Smart TV.

• 📱 On your smartphone, open Settings → Connections → Wireless display (on MIUI The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → Wireless screen).
• 🔍 In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV (the name will contain the model, for example, the model). MiTV-XX1234).
• ✅ Confirm the connection on both devices (the TV may have a permission request).

If the TV is not on the list, check:

• 🔌 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not required for Miracast, but recommended).
• 🔄 Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast is enabled on the TV (see Section 1).
• 📵 Power saving mode is turned off on the smartphone (it can block wireless connections).

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Method 2: Google Cast (Broadcast from Apps)

If you only want to stream videos from YouTube, Netflix or Google Photos, use Google Cast, a method that is less resource-intensive and more stable than Miracast.

Instructions:

1. Make sure that your TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (like YouTube) and click the broadcast icon (📺).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

If the broadcast icon does not appear:

• 🔄 Restart the app and TV.
• 📱 Update the app on your smartphone to the latest version.
• 🌐 Check if the router blocks multicast traffic (in the router settings, turn on) IGMP Snooping or Multicasting).

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If streaming through Google Cast is slowing down, try lowering the resolution of the video in the app settings (for example, in YouTube select the video). 720p instead 1080p).

3. Connection with iPhone or iPad (AirPlay)

Apple device owners can stream the screen to Xiaomi TVs via AirPlay, but only if the TV model supports this feature.At 2026, AirPlay is available on the following series:

• Mi TV 5 Pro (2020 and newer)
• Mi TV Q1/Q2 (model)
• Redmi Smart TV X (2021 and newer)

If your TV is not on this list, use alternative methods: ApowerMirror or Apple. TV (plugged HDMI).

Instructions for supported models:

1. On the TV, turn on AirPlay: Settings → Apple AirPlay and HomeKit → Enable AirPlay.
2. Nana iPhone/iPad Scroll down from the upper right corner to open the Control Point.
3. Click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring) and select your Xiaomi TV.
4. Enter the confirmation code that will appear on the TV screen.

Typical problems and solutions:

4. Connecting from a laptop to Windows (Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct)

Laptops running Windows 10/11 They support wireless screen broadcasting via Miracast, but not all Xiaomi TVs work properly with this feature because of the protocol's implementation features. If the standard method doesn't work, you'll have to use third-party utilities.

Standard way of connecting:

1. On your laptop, press Win + K (or open Settings → System → Display → Connect to a wireless display).
2. In the list, select your Xiaomi TV.
3. Confirm the connection on the TV (entry may be required) PIN-code).

If the TV is not displayed:

• 🔧 Make sure your laptop has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled (sometimes required for detection).
• 🖥️ Update wireless adapter drivers (via Device Manager).
• 🔄 Restart the TV and laptop.

Alternative method (if Miracast does not work):

• 🌐 Use the Miracast Receiver app (install it on your TV via Google Play).
• 💻 On your laptop, install ApowerMirror or LetsView and connect to the IP-TV address.

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If your laptop doesn’t support Miracast (e.g. older models before 2015), use the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter that connects to the device. HDMI-port of the TV and create a wireless access point.

5. Connection with MacBook (AirPlay or third-party apps)

MacBook owners can stream the screen to Xiaomi TV via AirPlay (if the TV model supports this feature) or through third-party solutions. Unfortunately, native AirPlay support on Mac is limited, so often have to use workarounds.

Method 1: AirPlay (for supported TVs)

1. Make sure that your TV and MacBook are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On MacBook, open System Settings → Monitors.
3. In the drop-down screen duplicate menu, select your Xiaomi TV.

Method 2: ApowerMirror (Universal Method)

1. Download and install ApowerMirror on your MacBook and TV (via Google Play).
2. Run the app on both devices and select Mirror mode.
3. Connect to the PIN-code QR-code.

Method 3: Through Google Chrome (Tabcast only)

1. Open Google Chrome on your MacBook.
2. Press three dots. → «broadcast» → Choose a TV.
3. Select a tab to stream (only some sites, such as YouTube, are supported).

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If you connect via AirPlay, you have an error “I failed to connect”, try to disable the firewall on your MacBook (System settings) → Protection and security → firewall).

6. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, wireless connectivity can be unstable, and here are some common bugs and fixes that are relevant to Xiaomi TVs in 2026.

Problem 1: TV not visible in the list of devices

Causes and solutions:

• 📡 Different Wi-Fi networks: Connect both devices to the same network (preferably 5GHz for less latency).
• 🔌 Wi-Fi Direct turned off: Turn it on your TV (Settings) → Network → Wi-Fi Direct).
• 📵 Interference from other devices: Turn off microwaves, wireless headphones and other sources of interference.
• 🔄 Outdated firmware: Update the TV software (see section 1).

Problem 2: Connection is interrupted or slowed down

This is the most common complaint of users, and the perpetrators are usually weak Wi-Fi signals or network congestion.

• 📶 Switch the router to 5 GHz (less loaded than 2.4 GHz).
• 🔌 Connect your TV to your router with an Ethernet cable (if possible) for stability.
• 📵 Disconnect other devices from Wi-Fi (smartphones, tablets, smart speakers).
• 🔧 In the router settings, enable QoS (Quality of Service) and prioritize your TV.

Problem 3: No sound when broadcasting

If the image is broadcast, but the sound is through the speakers of the smartphone / laptop:

• 🔊 On the TV, check the sound source: Settings → Sound. → Sound source → HDMI (or TV).
• 📱 On your smartphone in the notification panel, click on the broadcast icon and select “Reproduce sound on your TV».
• 🔄 Reconnect the device (sometimes the sound sticks on the original device).

Problem 4: Image delay (lag)

A delay of more than 200 ms makes it impossible to watch videos and games.

• 🎮 For games, use a wired connection (HDMI) Adapters like Razer Kishi.
• 📶 Switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi or use Wi-Fi 6 (if supported).
• 🖥️ Reduce the resolution of the broadcast on your smartphone / laptop (in the settings of Miracast or the application).
• 🔧 Turn off the router settings WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia – sometimes it reduces delays.

7. Alternative methods of wireless broadcasting

If standard methods don't work, consider alternative solutions: they require additional devices or programs, but often prove to be more reliable than built-in features.

Method 1: ApowerMirror

Universal application for screen mirroring with Android, iOS, Windows and macOS. Supports broadcast with a delay of less than 100 ms.

• 📱 Install ApowerMirror on your smartphone and TV (via Google Play).
• 🔗 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🖥️ On your smartphone, select Mirror mode and follow the instructions.

Method 2: Google Home for Smart TV Android TV)

If your Xiaomi TV is running on Android TV (Like Mi. TV Q1), You can use Google Home to manage your broadcast:

1. Install the Google Home app on your smartphone.
2. Add the TV to the app (click on it «+» → «Set up the device»).
3. Select “Translate screen” and follow the instructions.

Method 3: Steam Link (for gamers)

If you want to stream games from PC to TV, use Steam Link:

• 💻 Install Steam on PC and Steam Link on TV (via Google Play).
• 🎮 Connect the gamepad to a TV or PC.
• 🖥️ Launch the broadcast through the application.

Advantage: Minimal latency (up to 50ms) thanks to optimization for gaming.

Method 4: DLNA (media-file)

If you only need to broadcast photos, videos or music, use the DLNA:

• 📁 On your smartphone, install a media server application (for example, BubbleUPnP).
• 📺 On the TV, open the Media Player. → DLNA.
• 🔍 Select your smartphone in the list of devices and broadcast files.

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For stable broadcasting through DLNA Use a support router 802.11ac Or newer routers (802.11n) They can be used to play video in 4K.

8. Comparison of Connection Methods: Which One Should You Choose?

The choice of broadcasting method depends on your tasks, devices and TV model, and below is a comparison table with the pros and cons of each method.

Selection recommendations:

• 🎬 To watch videos (YouTube, Netflix) – Google Cast.
• 🎮 For games, the Steam Link or HDMI-adapter.
• 📱 To duplicate the screen with Android – Miracast or ApowerMirror.
• 🍎 For Apple devices, AirPlay (if supported) or AnyCast.

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If you frequently post content to 4K, Note adapters that support Wi-Fi 6 (e.g. Chromecast Ultra or Nvidia Shield) TV Pro) They provide stable transmission without brakes.

FAQ: Frequent questions