Bluetooth Connection to Xiaomi TV: Full Instruction with Tips

Xiaomi’s Bluetooth-enabled TVs open up new possibilities for wirelessly connecting devices, from headphones and speakers to gaming controllers and keyboards. However, many users face difficulties when connecting for the first time — unable to find the module in their settings, encountering pairing errors or not knowing how to check the compatibility of their model. In this article, we will examine everything from checking for Bluetooth to solving typical problems.

It’s important to understand that not all Xiaomi TVs have a built-in Bluetooth module, such as the budget Mi series. TV 4A Often lack this feature, while flagship Mis are not. TV Q2 or Redmi Smart TV X supports it out of the box. If your TV doesn't have a built-in module, we'll tell you how to add Bluetooth with an external adapter, which is cheaper than buying a new TV.

This article will be useful for both beginners and experienced users.

• 🔍 How to check if you have Bluetooth in your Xiaomi model TV
• 📱 Step-by-step instructions for connecting different types of devices (headphones, speakers, keyboards)
• ⚙️ Customize the sound via Bluetooth for optimal quality
• ⚠️ Common Errors and How to Resolve Them
• 🔌 Alternative ways to connect if Bluetooth is not available

1. How to know if your Xiaomi supports TV Bluetooth

Before you try to connect your device, make sure your Xiaomi TV is equipped with a Bluetooth module at all. There are three reliable ways to check this:

Method 1: The model of the TV

The quickest method is to see the specifications of your model on the official Xiaomi website or in the instructions. Here is a short list of popular series with Bluetooth support:

• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2 (modifications)
• 📺 Mi TV P1 (2021 and newer)
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X (series 2020–2023)
• 📺 Xiaomi TV A Pro (models from 2022)

Budget series Mi TV 4A, Mi TV 4S (until 2021 and most of the Redmi models TV In 2019, they usually don’t have Bluetooth.

Method 2: Through the settings menu

If you don’t know the exact model, check for Bluetooth in the interface:

1. Take the remote and press the Settings button.
2. Go to Settings → Devices and accessories → Bluetooth.
3. If there is no Bluetooth partition, there is no module.

Method 3: Through the specifications in "About TV"

Go to Settings. → On TV. → Specifications. In the specs list, look for the Bluetooth string. If it's not, your TV doesn't support the technology.

2. Step-by-step instruction: how to connect a Bluetooth device to Xiaomi TV

If your TV supports Bluetooth, follow this instruction, and we'll look at the connection using headphones, but the algorithm is the same for all types of devices.

Step 1: Enable the pairing mode on the device

Before connecting, make sure your headphones/column/controller are in search mode.

• 🎧 Headphones: usually press the power button for 5-10 seconds until the indicator flashes (blue/red).
• 🎮 Controller: Press and hold the Sync or Pair button (on Xbox controller – button on top).
• ⌨️ Keyboard/mouse: Turn on the device and activate pairing mode (often with an Fn combination) + B or a separate button).

Step 2: Activate Bluetooth on your TV

Now we move on to Xiaomi settings TV:

1. On the remote, press Settings.
2. Select Devices and Accessories → Bluetooth.
3. Activate the Bluetooth switch (if it is turned off).
4. Click Add Device or Device Search.

Step 3: Select the device from the list

In the list of found devices will appear the name of your headphones / speakers (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones or the name of your headphones). JBL Flip 5. Select it and confirm pairing. If the device requests PIN-Code, try the standard options:

• 🔢 0000 (most common)
• 🔢 1234
• 🔢 1111 or 8888

Step 4: Set up the sound (for audio devices)

When you plug in the headphones or speakers, the sound from the TV should automatically switch to the headphones or speakers.

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound output.
2. Select your Bluetooth device from the list.
3. Adjust the volume – sometimes it resets after connecting.

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3. Features of connecting different types of devices

Not all Bluetooth devices are connected to Xiaomi TV Let's look at the nuances for the popular categories.

🎧 Headphones and speakers

Most wireless headphones (including AirPods, Sony) WH-1000XM4, Xiaomi Mi Earphones are connected without any problems:

• 🔊 Sound delay (lag): When watching movies, you may experience a desynchronization of sound and video. Solved in the sound settings (Sound delay - set the value of 100-200 ms).
• 🎵 Sound quality: Choose a codec for better sound AAC or aptX (if supported).
• 🔋 Automatic connection: after the first pairing, the headphones will connect automatically when turned on.

🎮 Game controllers (DualSense, Xbox, Switch Pro)

Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV Google TV Most controllers are supported, but there are nuances:

⌨️ Keyboards and mice

Bluetooth keyboards (such as Microsoft Surface Keyboard or Logitech) K380) They are connected in a standard way, but:

• 🖱️ Mice can work with delay - better to use USB-Receiver (if included).
• 🔠 For entering text in Android TV It is more convenient to use voice search (mic button on the remote control).
• 🔄 Some keyboards require the TV to restart after first connecting.

💡

If the game controller is not determined, try connecting it through the USB-You can use a 10 second cable, then you can put it into Bluetooth mode, and it helps you wake up the pairing device.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even if you did it right, it can be difficult. Let's look at the most common ones.

🔴 The device is not in search

If your TV can’t see your device:

• 🔄 Reboot the Bluetooth device (turn off/on).
• 📱 Make sure it is not connected to another gadget (smartphone, laptop).
• 🔌 Check battery power – at low levels, some devices are not visible in the search.
• 📡 Move the device closer to the TV (maximum 1-2 meters at the time of pairing).

🔴 Connection is interrupted or sound is lost

If the link is cut off:

• 📶 Check for interference – other Bluetooth devices (such as a smartphone) or Wi-Fi routers at 2.4 GHz can cause interference.
• 🔋 Replace batteries in the remote or device – a weak signal leads to breaks.
• 🔄 Reconnect the device (forget it in Bluetooth settings and pair again).

🔴 The sound is transmitted simultaneously through a TV and Bluetooth device.

This happens if the audio settings don't select a priority source.

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound output.
2. Select your Bluetooth device (e.g., Mi Bluetooth Speaker).
3. Turn off the option to duplicate the sound on TV (if there is).

🔴 The controller is connected but not working in games.

The problem is typical for Android TV:

• 🎮 Make sure the game supports gamepads (check in the description in Google Play).
• 🔧 Try changing the controller mode (for example, DualSense may require Android mode instead of the controller mode). PS5).
• 📱 Install the Gamepad Tester app from Google Play to check if the clicking system recognizes the click.

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If the problem is not solved, try resetting Bluetooth settings on your TV: Settings → Devices and accessories → Bluetooth → Three dots (menu) → Reset the settings.

5 How to add Bluetooth to Xiaomi TV, if he's not.

If your Xiaomi TV doesn't support Bluetooth, don't be too upset.There are two proven ways to add this feature:

🔌 Method 1: Bluetooth adapter for TV (recommended)

The easiest solution is to buy an external Bluetooth transmitter that connects to the port. USB Or 3.5mm audio. The best options:

• 🔹 1Mii B06 Plus – Supports aptX Low Latency (minimizes sound latency).
• 🔹 Avantek APTX — budgetary version with good sound.
• 🔹 Creative BT-W5 — for connection to 3.5 mm audio output.

How to connect:

1. Insert the adapter in USB-television-port.
2. Put the adapter in pairing mode (usually with a button on the body).
3. On the TV, select as the source of the sound. USB or an external device.
4. Connect the headphones/column to the adapter.

📦 Method 2: Bluetooth receiver with optical output

If your Xiaomi TV optically output (S/PDIF), You can use an adapter with an optical input:

• 🔹 1Mii B06 Pro supports optical support + Bluetooth 5.0.
• 🔹 Mpow BH397A — budgetary version with optical and AUX-entrance.

The advantage of this method is the best sound quality (no interference), but the price is higher than that of the USB-adapter.

⚠️ Attention.

Not all Bluetooth adapters are compatible with Xiaomi TV. Before buying, check if the model supports the profile. A2DP (for sound) or HID (Keyboards/controllers: Adapters on a chip CSR8675 qualcomm QCC3008 They usually work without problems.

6.Sound optimization via Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV

Putting your headphones on is half the battle, and to make the sound clear and without delay, you have to adjust the parameters correctly.

🎛️ Codec customization

The audio codec used depends on the sound quality and latency. TV accessible:

• 🔊 SBC — The basic codec works always, but with a noticeable delay.
• 🔊 AAC — better quality, delay ~100-150 ms.
• 🔊 aptX/aptX LL — minimum delay (~40 MS) but requires support from the device.

To select the codec:

1. Connect the device.
2. Go to Settings. → Sound. → Additional settings → Bluetooth codec.
3. Select a priority codec (e.g., aptX if your headphones support it).

⏱️ Removal of sound delay

Lag between video and sound is a common problem when watching movies, and you can fix it like this:

1. In the sound settings, find the item Sound Delay (or AV Sync).
2. Set a value of 100–200 ms (start with 150 ms and adjust).
3. If you don’t have an option, try another codec (e.g. aptX Low Latency).

🔊 Equalizer setting

To improve the sound:

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Equalizer.
2. Choose a preset (Cinema, Music, Speech) or set up manually.
3. For speech (podcasts, news) increase the average frequencies (1-3 kHz).
4. For music, add low frequencies (60-150 Hz).

💡

If Bluetooth audio is interrupted, try to reduce the bitrate of the codec. For example, in aptX settings, select standard mode instead of high quality.

7. Alternative methods of wireless connection

If Bluetooth doesn’t work for some reason, consider alternatives.

📶 Wi-Fi Direct (Miracast)

Some Xiaomi TVs support Wi-Fi Direct for audio transmission, for example, you can connect your smartphone to your TV and play audio through headphones connected to your phone, minus the latency can be greater than Bluetooth.

🎵 AUX optical-cable

If your TV has a 3.5mm output or an optical output, you can plug in wired headphones or a speaker, and the sound quality will be better, but you lose mobility.

📡 USB Wi-Fi adapter with sound support

Some of them USB-adapters (e.g., adapters, ASUS USB-AC53 Nano) allows you to broadcast audio over Wi-Fi to compatible speakers, but this method is more difficult to set up and requires additional equipment.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV