Wireless projection on the Xiaomi TV: 3 ways to connect + error solving

Wirelessly transferring images from your phone, laptop or tablet to the big screen of Xiaomi Mi TV saves time on laying cables and opens up new opportunities for presentations, games or watching movies. However, not all users know that modern Xiaomi TVs support three standards of wireless projection: Miracast, Google Cast (built-in Chromecast) and Apple AirPlay (on models with MIUI TV 3.0+).

In this article, you will find current connectivity schemes for Xiaomi TVs from 2020 to 2026, including the Mi TV Q2/Q1E, Redmi Smart TV X and Mi TV A Pro. We will analyze not only basic settings, but also common errors like “Device not found” or “Can’t connect”, and give recommendations for optimizing the broadcast quality. If you have previously encountered problems when trying to duplicate the screen, here you will find solutions for Android, iOS, Windows and macOS.

1. Preparing Xiaomi TV for wireless projection

Before setting up the connection, make sure your Xiaomi TV meets the minimum requirements:

• 📺 Model TV: any with MIUI TV 2.0 and later (released after 2019) on older versions (PatchWall) may not support Google Cast.
• 🔄 Software Update: Up-to-date firmware (check in Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).
• 📶 Wi-Fi network: TV and source device must be connected to the same network (for Google Cast and AirPlay.
• ⚡ Power: Avoid using extension cords – unstable voltage can cause connection breaks.

If your TV doesn’t see the projection device, check the network settings:

1. Open Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi.
2. Make sure your TV is connected to a 2.4GHz network (not 5GHz), as some devices (especially older smartphones) don’t support high-frequency networks.
3. Turn off VPNs on your TV and source device – they can block local detection.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 1.0 (released before 2019) wireless projection can only work through third-party devices, such as Mi TV Stick or Google Chromecast. Check the version in the settings.

Method 1: Miracast (for Android and Windows)

Miracast is a wireless image transfer standard built into most Xiaomi TVs. It does not require an Internet connection, but only works with Android 4.2+ or Windows 8.1/10/11 devices. The main advantage is the minimal latency (up to 30–50 ms), which is critical for games or presentations.

To activate Miracast on your TV:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Wireless projection (Miracast).
2. Turn on the option to turn on Miracast.
3. On the source device, start searching for displays: 📱 Android: Settings → Connected devices → Screen transmission (the name of the item may vary depending on the manufacturer). 💻 Windows: press Win + K and select your Xiaomi TV from the list.

If the TV is not displayed in the list of available devices:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📡 Check that the TV is enabled Detect (in Miracast settings).
• 🛡️ Turn off the firewall or antivirus on your PC – they can block the connection.

TV and device on the same network (if using Wi-Fi Direct)|Miracast is enabled on both devices|Power saving mode is disabled on the source device|Distance between devices not more than 5 meters-->

⚠️ Note: When using Miracast on Windows, you may have a black screen problem. Solution: In the projection settings, select Duplicate mode rather than Expand.

3. Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) for Android, iOS and PC

Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0+ have built-in support for Google Cast (similar to Chromecast), which works with Android, iOS, Windows and macOS, but requires connection to the same Wi-Fi network. Latency is higher than Miracast (100-200 ms), but streaming services (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch) are supported.

Instructions for connection:

1. On your TV, open Settings → Connections → Google Cast and turn on the option.
2. On the source device: 📱 Android/iOS: Open the app (like YouTube) and click the Cast icon (📺). 💻 Windows/macOS: Use the Google Chrome browser → Three points. → broadcast.

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If the broadcast is interrupted or is carried with artifacts:

• 📶 Reconnect both devices to a 5GHz network (if the router supports it).
• 🔌 Disconnect other devices from Wi-Fi – they can cause interference.
• 🔄 In the router settings, turn on the option WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia to prioritize traffic.

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If you're streaming a high-bitrate (4K HDR) video, reduce the resolution to 1080p in the source app settings, which will reduce network load and eliminate lags.

4. Method 3: Apple AirPlay for iPhone, iPad and Mac

Owners of Apple devices can use AirPlay to wirelessly project onto Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0+.This protocol is optimized for the Apple ecosystem and provides stable broadcast with a delay of ~80 ms. However, it requires that the TV and Apple device be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step-by-step:

1. On Xiaomi TV, turn on AirPlay: Settings → Connections → Apple AirPlay → Turn on
2. On an Apple device: 📱 iPhone/iPad: Scroll down to open the control room. → press the screen duplication → Choose a TV. 💻 Mac: Open the Control Center → Screen duplication → Choose Xiaomi TV.

At the first connection enter PIN-code displayed on a TV screen.

If AirPlay is not working:

• 🔄 Restart your router – sometimes DHCP-The server is giving out incorrect IP-address.
• 🔒 Make sure the TV is not on Guest Network (it blocks local connections).
• 📱 Update. iOS/macOS Up to the latest version, older versions may not support AirPlay 2.

5. Optimizing the broadcast quality: how to reduce lags and gaps

Even when properly configured, wireless projection can suffer from delays or artifacts, the main reasons being overloaded Wi-Fi networks or non-optimal device settings. Here's how to improve quality:

• 📶 Change Wi-Fi channel: Select channel 6 or 11 (2.4 GHz) in router settings – they are less susceptible to interference.
• 🔌 Use a wired connection: if the TV supports Ethernet, connect it to the router with a cable – this will reduce latency.
• 🎮 For games: Turn on the Game mode on the TV (Settings) → Picture → Image mode) and disable post-processing.
• 📱 On Android: in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Assembly number → 7 taps) turn on Debugging by USB Do not turn off the screen during charging.

For advanced users:

• 🛠️ On the router, turn on QoS (Quality of Service) and set the maximum priority for the router. MAC-TV address.
• 📡 If you use Miracast, try reducing the broadcast resolution to 720p In the settings of the source device - this will reduce the load on Wi-Fi Direct.

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For stable 4K broadcast via Google Cast, Wi-Fi speeds must be at least 30 Mbps. Check the speed at speedtest.net.

6. Common mistakes and their solutions

Even after setting it up correctly, users often encounter errors, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Additional → Reset network settings.
2. Connect to Wi-Fi again and try again.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 4.0+ After a network reset, you may need to re-authorize your Xiaomi account to unlock some features, including Google Cast.

7. Alternative methods of wireless projection

If built-in methods do not work or are not suitable for technical reasons, consider alternative solutions:

• 📱 Mi TV Stick/Chromecast: Connecting to the port HDMI Google Cast is also available for older TV models.
• 💻 Steam Link: allows you to stream games from PC to TV on a local network (supports Xiaomi Mi) TV s MIUI TV 3.0+).
• 🎮 Parsec / Moonlight: Specialized applications for gamers with minimal latency (10-20 ms).
• 📺 DLNA: to broadcast media files (photos, videos, music) without duplicate screens. → Connections → DLNA.

For corporate use (presentations, conferences) we recommend:

• 🖥️ Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter: Miracast Supports and Compatible with Xiaomi TV.
• 🔒 Barco ClickShare: Professional Conference Room Solution (Requires Additional Equipment).

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If you often stream presentations from your laptop, set up the hotkeys to quickly turn on the projection: Win + P (Windows) or Control + Brightness (Mac).

FAQ: Frequent questions on wireless projection on Xiaomi TV