Wireless projection on the Xiaomi TV: all ways to connect and set up

Wirelessly transferring images from your phone, laptop or tablet to the big screen Xiaomi Mi TV — It's not only convenient, it's also a way to watch movies, presentations, games, but many users have problems with the connection breaking, the image slowing down, the devices not seeing each other at all. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of wireless projection on Xiaomi TVs (including Mi models). TV 4S/5/5X/Q1/Q2/P1), We compare them in speed and stability, and also give a checklist to eliminate typical errors.

It is important to understand that the method of connection depends on the source of the signal (Android, iPhone, Windows, macOS) and the transmission protocol (Miracast, AirPlay, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA). For example, for iPhones you will need AirPlay, and for Android smartphones you will need Miracast or proprietary Mi Share technology. We tested all options on Xiaomi TVs 2020-2026 and identified key nuances that are not written in the official instructions.

1.What wireless projection technologies support Xiaomi TVs

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A) are equipped with several protocols for wireless content transfer.

• 📱 Miracast is a universal standard for Android, Windows and some Linux distributions. It works on all Xiaomi models, starting with Mi. TV 3 (2016) No Internet requirement, but sensitive to 2.4GHz network interference.
• 🍎 AirPlay - Apple's protocol for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Supported by Xiaomi TVs on Android TV 9.0+ (Like Mi. TV Q1/Q2, Xiaomi TV A Pro requires a connection to a single Wi-Fi network.
• 🌐 Wi-Fi Direct is a direct connection between devices without a router, used in Mi Share (a Xiaomi proprietary solution) and some third-party applications.
• 📺 DLNA — It's a standard for streaming media files (photos, videos, music) from devices to TVs, and it works through apps like BubbleUPnP or VLC.
• 🎮 Game Mode - a special mode for projecting games with minimal delay (available on Mi) TV 5 Pro and newer. Uses optimized Miracast.

If you need a minimum latency (for example, for games), Miracast is optimal in Game Mode. 4K-It's better to use 5GHz Wi-Fi (if the router supports it). DLNA It is suitable only for viewing pre-downloaded files – streaming from YouTube or Netflix through it will not work.

2. Preparing Xiaomi TV for wireless projection

Before connecting, make sure the TV is ready to receive the signal, and skipping at least one item from this section can lead to errors such as "Device is not supported" or "Disabled to connect."

Update the TV firmware to the latest version

Turn on Wi-Fi and connect to the network (for AirPlay/DLNA)

Activate the "Wireless projection" mode in the settings

Disable VPN or proxy on signal sources (smartphone/PC)

Make sure there are no active restrictions on the TV. MAC-address-->

To update your firmware, go to Settings → About TV → System Update. If a new version is available, install it – fresh firmware fixes bugs with AirPlay and Miracast connectivity. For example, Mi TV Q2 2023 has AirPlay 2 support after upgrading to Android TV 12, which was previously unavailable.

Then activate the projection mode:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless projection.
2. Select Enable (on some models, the option is called "Miracast" or "Wireless Screen").
3. For AirPlay, additionally enable Apple AirPlay and HomeKit in the same section.

⚠️ Note: If the TV can't see the projection device, check if the Power Saving mode is activated in the Wi-Fi settings. It may limit background processes, including network scanning for Miracast.

3. Step-by-step instruction: Miracast connection with Android

Miracast is the most versatile way for Android device owners (smartphones, tablets, laptops) to run without the internet, but requires protocol support on both devices. Almost all Xiaomi TVs (except the most budget-friendly models) support Miracast out of the box.

Instructions for smartphones Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Transfer (on MIUI 14, the path may differ: Settings → Screen → Wireless projection).
2. Click "Wireless projection" and wait for the device to be searched.
3. In the list, select your Mi TV (the name will be in the format "MiTV-[model]-[ID]").
4. Confirm the connection on the TV (entry may be required) PIN-code).

For other Android devices (Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.), the path may be different. For example, on the Samsung Galaxy you need to go to Quick Settings → Smart View. Importantly, on some smartphones Miracast works only when the developer mode is turned on (activates through 7 taps on the build number in the phone settings).

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV 4A (Miracast may not work as fast as the low-end Wi-Fi module, in which case we recommend using Wi-Fi Direct or wired connectivity via a Wi-Fi-based Wi-Fi-based system. HDMI.

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If the image on the TV breaks or slows down, try to reduce the projection resolution in the smartphone settings. For example, on Xiaomi, this is done in the Settings menu → Screen → Wireless projection resolution (select 720p instead of 1080p).

4 Connecting iPhone or Mac to Xiaomi TV over AirPlay

Apple device owners can use AirPlay to transfer the screen to Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9.0 and later, a method that is convenient for streaming videos from Safari, viewing photos from Apple Photos or dubbing the iPad screen for presentations.

• 🔄 Restriction on permission: maximum — 1080p (Even if the TV is still on 4K).
• 🔊 Sound: Only transmitted when connected through HDMI ARC or.
• 📶 Network: Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (5 GHz preferable).

Instructions for iPhone/iPad:

1. Make sure that your TV and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your TV, turn on Apple AirPlay in Settings → Connections and Sharing.
3. On the iPhone, swipe down to open the Control Point.
4. Click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring) and select your Mi TV.
5. If necessary, enter PIN-TV-code.

For Mac, the procedure is similar, but duplication is enabled through System settings. → Monitors → AirPlay Duplication Important: on some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV P1) AirPlay may not work smoothly due to a conflict with the built-in Chromecast, in which case resetting the network settings on the TV will help (Settings) → Network → Reset).

5. Wireless projection with Windows and macOS

Windows 10/11 and macOS computers can also transfer screens to Xiaomi TV, but the ways are different. For Windows, Miracast is available, and for macOS, AirPlay or third-party utilities are available.

For Windows 10/11:

1. Press Win + K (or open Settings → System → Projection on this computer).
2. Select "Connect to the wireless display".
3. Find your Mi TV and confirm your connection.

If the TV isn't showing, check if your PC supports Miracast. Type PowerShell:

Get-WmiObject -Namespace root\wmi -Class MSFT_MiracastMonitorDevice

If the result is blank, your Wi-Fi adapter doesn't support Miracast, in which case use Wi-Fi Direct through apps like Miracast Display or ApowerMirror.

For macOS:

• 🖥️ Through AirPlay: System settings → Monitors → AirPlay Duplication (Mi required) TV Android TV 9.0+).
• 🌍 Through Google Chromecast: Install the Google Cast extension in Chrome and stream the browser tab.
• 🛠️ Download the program from the official website and follow the instructions (supports screen recording and management with Mac).

⚠️ Note: Projection with Windows through Miracast may have a latency of up to 200 ms. This is critical for games, but not noticeable when watching video.

6. Problem Solving: delays, communication breaks, lack of sound

Even when you set it up properly, users often face typical problems, and we've compiled solutions for some of the most common errors.

Critical information for Mi TV 5X owners and newer: if the Miracast projecting sound is transmitted and the image is missing, update the TV firmware to a version at least 2.1.43. This is a bug fixed in the 2023 updates.

If nothing helps, reset your network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → Network → Additional → Reset network settings.
2. Confirm the action and restart the TV.
3. Reconfigure your Wi-Fi connection and activate Miracast/AirPlay.

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The most common cause of unstable projection is an overloaded Wi-Fi network. Disconnect from the router unnecessary devices or use the guest network exclusively for the TV and signal source.

7.Alternative methods: Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA and third-party applications

If standard protocols do not work or are not satisfied in quality, alternative methods can be used:

• 📲 Wi-Fi Direct + Mi Share: Xiaomi's proprietary file and screen transfer solution. works for all Mis TV smartphone Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO. Speed is faster than Miracast, but requires you to install the Mi Share app on your phone.
• 🎥 DLNA-Server: Suitable for streaming media files (not screen!) On TV, use the built-in Media Player, on source - BubbleUPnP (Android) applications, or VLC (Windows/macOS).
• 🖥️ Steam Link: Perfect for gamers. Install the Steam Link app on your TV and PC to stream games with minimal latency (requires a powerful router).
• 🌍 Google Cast: Works through Chrome browser (Tabcast) quality is worse than Miracast, but supports any Chrome-powered device.

For Wi-Fi Direct on TV:

1. Enable Wi-Fi Direct in Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct.
2. On your smartphone, activate Mi Share and select the TV in the list of devices.
3. Confirm the connection on both devices.

The advantage of this method is high transfer speed (up to 300 Mbps) and low latency, but it only works between Xiaomi devices.

8.Comparison of methods: which one to choose for your tasks

The way you project depends on your goal, and we've compiled a comparison table to make it easier to choose:

For movies, DLNA (if files are downloaded in advance) or Miracast (for streaming from your phone) are the best choice for games, Steam Link or Miracast in Game Mode (on supported models), if you need to duplicate the desktop screen (for example, for a presentation), Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct will do.

Xiaomi TV A Pro 2026 has Miracast 2.0 support, which reduces latency to 20ms and supports HDR10+. If you have a new model, update your firmware to activate this feature.

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For maximum stability, use a router with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and connect the TV via Ethernet cable. This will reduce the load on the wireless network and eliminate lags.

FAQ: Frequent questions on wireless projection on Xiaomi TV