How to connect Bluetooth to a Xiaomi TV: instructions for all models

Connecting devices via Bluetooth to a Xiaomi TV opens up new possibilities, from listening to movies through wireless headphones to controlling TV with a game controller or keyboard. However, many users face difficulties – they can not find the feature in the menu, face pairing errors or do not know whether their model supports Mi. TV or Redmi Smart TV technology.

In this article, we will analyze all the ways to connect Bluetooth to Xiaomi TVs – from the budget Mi series. TV 4A/4S before the flagship Mi TV Q2 Xiaomi TV A Pro. You'll learn how to check for Bluetooth support, which devices are compatible, and what to do if the TV can't see your headphones or speakers, and unique life hacks for models without a built-in Bluetooth module (yes, even they can work with wireless gadgets!).

Which Xiaomi TVs support Bluetooth?

Not all Xiaomi TVs have a built-in Bluetooth module. To avoid wasting time, check your model first.

• 📺 Mi TV 4A/4S (2018–2020) — No Bluetooth (only Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi) IR-port).
• 📺 Mi TV 4X/4C (2019–2021) — Bluetooth 4.2 (Supports headphones, keyboards, mice).
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X (2021–2022) – Bluetooth 5.0 (stable connection to multiple devices).
• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2, P1, A Pro (2022–2026) — Bluetooth 5.2 + support LE Audio and Dual Audio.
• 📺 Xiaomi TV A/A Pro (2023–2026) — Bluetooth 5.3 energy-efficient.

If your model is not included in this list, check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or in the documents for the TV. TV (For example, the series 32 and 43 2020 also lack Bluetooth – this is typical for budget options.

⚠️ Note: Even if your TV supports Bluetooth, the feature may temporarily disappear after updating the firmware, in which case it will help to reset or roll back to the previous version of the software (instruction below).

How to turn on Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV: step-by-step instructions

If your model is Bluetooth-enabled, it can be activated in a few steps. The interface may slightly differ depending on the PatchWall version (Xiaomi firmware), but the general logic is maintained:

1. Take the remote and press the Settings button.
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (or Network and Devices in newer versions).
3. Select Bluetooth.
4. Activate the switch to the position VL.
5. Click Device Search and wait for the TV to find your headphones/column.
6. Select the device from the list and confirm pairing (sometimes you need to enter) PIN-code, such as 0000 or 1234).

On models with PatchWall 4.0+ (Like Mi. TV Q2) The path may be different: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices. If you can't find a partition, update the firmware (instruction at the end of the article).

Charge Bluetooth device to 50%+

Make sure the device is in pairing mode (blue light flashes)

Disconnect it from other gadgets (smartphone, laptop)

Be at a distance of not more than 3 meters from the TV-->

⚠️ Warning: If the TV can't see the device, try rebooting both gadgets.On some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV 4X) The first search can take up to 2 minutes – don’t interrupt the process.

What to do if a Xiaomi TV doesn’t find a Bluetooth device?

Pairing problems are the most common user complaint, and here are the top reasons and ways to fix them:

• 🔋 Battery discharge – many headphones (e.g. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones) don’t show up when charged below 20.
• 📱 The device is already connected to another gadget – disconnect it from your smartphone or PC in Bluetooth settings.
• 🔄 Outdated TV firmware - update the software through Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🚫 Incompatible protocol – for example, headphones with Bluetooth 5.2 may not work with Mi TV 4X (Bluetooth 4.2).
• 🔍 Hidden Device Mode – Some Columns (e.g, JBL Charge) require holding the turn-on button to activate the search.

If nothing helps, try resetting your Bluetooth settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → All applications.
2. Find Bluetooth in the list and select Stop. → Clear the cache.
3. Restart the TV and repeat the pairing.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall 3.0 and below (e.g. Mi) TV 4A 2018) may not have a Bluetooth reset button, in which case only a full reset (Settings) will help. → On TV. → Data reset, but it will delete all your apps and accounts.

How to connect Bluetooth to a Xiaomi TV without a built-in module?

If you have a TV (for example, Mi) TV 4S "32" or Redmi TV 40' 2020) doesn't support Bluetooth, it's not a sentence! There are 3 proven ways to add functionality:

1. Bluetooth adapter for TV (recommended)

The easiest solution is to buy an external Bluetooth transmitter with an output of 3.5 mm or USB. Models will do:

• 🎧 1Mii B06 Pro (aptX Low Latency support for synchronization of sound).
• 🎧 Avantek APT-BT50 (working with Mi TV 4A port USB 2.0).
• 🎧 TaoTronics TT-BA07 (budget-based).

Connection:

1. Insert the adapter in USB-TV port (or 3.5 mm audio output if you use a sound adapter).
2. Put the adapter in pairing mode (usually hold the switch on 5-7 seconds).
3. Connect your headphones or speakers to your adapter (not your TV!).

2. Connection via Smart-Schedule (Android) TV Box)

If you have a console (for example, Xiaomi Mi Box S or NVIDIA Shield, it can be used as an intermediary:

1. Connect the set-top box to the TV via HDMI.
2. In the settings of the consoles, activate Bluetooth and connect the device.
3. Run the content through the console - the sound will be transmitted to the headphones.

3.Use of smartphone as a bridge (unstable)

Method for emergency cases:

1. Connect your smartphone to your TV via Wi-Fi Direct or Chromecast.
2. Connect the headphones to the smartphone via Bluetooth.
3. Turn on the phone Sound Translation Mode (in Bluetooth settings).

⚠️ This method can delay up to 2 seconds, not suitable for movies and games.

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If you use a Bluetooth adapter for sound, in the settings of the TV (Sound) → Exit) select an External Device or USB Audio, otherwise the sound will go through the speakers.

Tuning Sound via Bluetooth: How to Eliminate Latency and Interference

Even after a successful connection, users face problems with sound:

• 🔊 Lag (lag) – the sound is 0.5-2 seconds behind the video.
• 🔊 Interference and cracking – especially when you are away from the TV.
• 🔊 Breaks connection – headphones are turned off every 5-10 minutes.

Here's how to fix it:

1. Reduced sound delay

Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall 4.0+ There is a hidden synchronization setting:

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Additional settings.
2. Select Sound Delay (or) AV Sync).
3. Set the value of -200 before +200 MS (experiment to achieve synchronicity).

If there is no such item, try:

• Use headphones with support for aptX Low Latency (for example, Sony WH-1000XM4).
• Connect adapter with Qualcomm chip QCC3003 (for example, 1Mii B06 Plus).

Elimination of interference

Interferences arise from:

• 📶 Overloaded Wi-Fi channel – switch router to 5 GHz or change channel.
• 🔋 Low-charge headphones – charge them to 100%.
• 📱 Interventions of other devices – disable unnecessary Bluetooth gadgets nearby.

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For a stable connection, keep the distance between the TV and the device no more than 5 meters. Walls and furniture made of metal or concrete degrade the signal.

Connecting specific devices: keyboards, gamepads, sound panels

Bluetooth on Xiaomi TVs supports not only headphones, but also other gadgets. Let's consider the nuances for each type:

1. Wireless keyboards and mice

Ideal for text input or Android management TV:

• 🖥️ Supported models with profile HID (Like Logitech. K400 Plus, Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Keyboard).
• 🔑 For connection: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth → Add the device.
• ⚠️ On Mi. TV 4X Fn buttons may not work (for example, volume control).

2. Gamepads (DualShock, Xbox Controller)

For games through Google Stadia or NVIDIA GeForce NOW:

• 🎮 DualShock 4 and Xbox Series X Controller connect in pairing mode (hold Share) + PS synchronization).
• 🕹️ On Mi. TV Q2 PatchWall 5.0 supports XInput (for Xbox gamepads).
• ⚠️ On older models (e.g. Mi) TV 4C) It may not be vibrating.

3.Sound panels and soundbars

For connection JBL Bar, Sony HT-X8500 Xiaomi Mi Soundbar:

1. Activate Bluetooth mode on the soundbar (usually the Bluetooth or Source button).
2. On the TV, select Settings. → Sound. → Exit → Bluetooth audio.
3. If the sound is going through both speakers and soundbar, turn off the built-in speakers in the settings.

Firmware update: if Bluetooth doesn't work after upgrade

After the PatchWall update, users often find that Bluetooth disappears from the menu or stops finding devices.

1. Firmware rollback (if the update "broken" Bluetooth)

If the problem has occurred after the upgrade:

1. Download the previous firmware version for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware website.
2. Copy the update.zip file to a flash drive (FAT32 format).
3. Put the flash drive in. USB-television-port.
4. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update → Local Update.
5. Select the file and confirm the rollback.

2. reset Bluetooth settings

If the rollback does not help, perform the reset:

Settings → Applications → All apps → Bluetooth → Stop → Clear the cache → Clear the data

After restarting the TV, the function should be restored.

3. Manual Bluetooth powering through ADB (advanced)

If Bluetooth disappears from the menu, but is hardware supported, you can turn it on through the menu. ADB:

1. Install. ADB Tools on PC (download here).
2. Activate Developer Mode on TV: Settings → On TV. → Software version (click 7 times on the build number).
3. Enable USB debugging in the developer settings.
4. Connect the TV to the PC on USB The command is: adb shell am start. -n com.android.settings/.bluetooth.BluetoothSettings

This will force the Bluetooth menu to open, even if it is hidden.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV