How to connect a smartphone to a Xiaomi TV: all ways with photos and videos

You want to display your smartphone screen on a large Xiaomi TV, but don’t know which way to choose? In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of connection – from wireless (Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast) to wired (HDMI, USB-C), We will also discuss how to avoid common synchronization errors, and we will focus on the nuances for different TV models. TV 4S, Mi TV Q1, Redmi Smart TV) and smartphones (Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, iPhone).

Connecting your phone to your TV offers a lot of possibilities, from watching movies in 4K HDR to streaming games with minimal latency, but not all methods are equally effective. For example, wireless broadcasting is convenient, but can slow down when the signal is weak, and wired connection guarantees stability, but requires adapters, and we will help you choose the best option for your tasks, whether it is a presentation, a movie evening or playing Call of Duty Mobile on a large screen.

1. Preparing Xiaomi TV to Connect

Before connecting devices, make sure your Xiaomi TV is ready to sync, and most problems are caused by outdated software or incorrect network settings.

First, check the firmware version:

1. Open Settings → About TV → Update system.
2. If you have a new version, install it. For Mi TV 5 Pro and newer models, it is recommended to have firmware at least MIUI TV 3.0.

On Xiaomi’s 2020-2026 TVs, the wireless broadcast (Miracast) feature is disabled by default to save energy.

Next, set up the network:

• 📶 Connect your TV to the same Wi-Fi network as your smartphone. Use the 5GHz band for stability (if supported).
• 🔒 Turn it off. VPN On both devices, it can block detection.
• 🔄 Restart your router if the TV can’t see the network.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi Smart TVs TV X with firmware below 2.1.45 Google Cast may not be supported. Update the software or use alternative methods (HDMI/USB).

2. Wireless Wi-Fi connection (Miracast/Google Cast)

The most popular method is to broadcast the screen over the air, Miracast technology (incorporated in Android) or Google Cast (for applications like YouTube) allows you to duplicate the screen without wires.

Method 1: Miracast (Duplicate screen)

Suitable for Android smartphones (including Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO). On iPhone, this method doesn't work - use AirPlay (see section 4).

1. On TV: Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless Broadcast (Miracast) → Enable
2. On Smartphone: Settings → Connections → Screen Broadcast (or “Wireless Display”) → Select your TV

If the TV is not on the list:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 On your smartphone, turn on the developer mode and activate debugging over Wi-Fi (in Settings). → The phone. → Version. MIUI press 7 times).
• 📺 On TV, reset network settings: Settings → Network → Resetting network settings.

Method 2: Google Cast (Broadcast from Apps)

It works to stream content from supported apps (YouTube, Netflix, Wavve, etc.) and does not duplicate the entire screen, but only videos from the app.

1. Open an app (like YouTube) on your smartphone.
2. Slip on the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV Google Cast's Stick and Mi Box feature may conflict with Miracast. If the broadcast stops, turn off Miracast in your TV settings.

Television and phone in the same Wi-Fi network

Miracast/Google Cast is on TV

VPNs and firewalls disabled

TV firmware updated to the latest version-->

3. Wired connection via HDMI (best quality)

If you want the best picture quality (for example, for games or videos) 4K@60fps), use HDMI-This method is suitable for all smartphones, but requires an adapter.

What you need:

• 📱 Adapter: For Android: USB-C → HDMI (for example, Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI Adapter. for iPhone: Lightning → HDMI (Apple's official adapter).
• 📺 HDMI-cable (version 2.0 or higher) 4K).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the smartphone and the HDMI cable to the adapter and TV (HDMI 2.0/ARC port is preferred).
2. On the TV, select the signal source: press Input on the remote and select the appropriate one. HDMI-port.
3. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to broadcast – confirm.

If the image does not appear:

• 🔌 Check the density of the cable connection (especially on the adapter).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone with a connected adapter.
• 📱 Nana Xiaomi/Redmi Turn on the debugging. USB developer-setting.

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If you connect through HDMI on the TV screen appear stripes or flicker, try settings in the smartphone to set the output resolution manually (usually in Screen Settings → HDMI resolution).

4. Connecting iPhone to Xiaomi TV (AirPlay)

iPhone or iPad owners can use AirPlay technology to stream wirelessly, but not all Xiaomi TVs support it out of the box.

Option 1: AirPlay built-in support (for new models)

Mi TVs Q2/Q1 2023 and later have built-in AirPlay support.

1. Make sure that your TV and iPhone are on the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the iPhone, swipe up to open the Control Point.
3. Slip on the Screen Mirroring icon.
4. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

Option 2: Using an Apple TV or adapter

If your TV doesn’t support AirPlay directly, buy:

• 📦 Apple TV 4K (plug-in HDMI).
• 🔌 Lightning adapter → HDMI (wired).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware below MIUI TV 2.5 There may be problems synchronizing sound when using AirPlay. Update the software or use external speakers.

5. USB connection (for files and charging)

USB connectivity is the easiest way to transfer photos, videos or music to a TV, but it doesn't support screen duplication.It works on all Xiaomi models with a USB-A or USB-C port.

What can be done via USB:

• 📁 View files from your smartphone (like a flash drive).
• 🔋 Charge your phone (if the TV supports) USB 3.0).
• 🎵 Play music through the Mi Music app.

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your TV with a USB-C → USB-A cable (or USB-C → USB-C for new models).
2. On the TV, select the USB source from the Input menu.
3. On your smartphone, select File Transfer (on Android) or Trust that computer (on iPhone).

Limitations:

• ❌ No screen duplication (only file access).
• ❌ Video in the video 4K It can slow down due to limitations USB 2.0.
• ❌ iPhone requires unlocking the screen to access files.

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USB-The connection is only suitable for transferring media files, but not for duplicate screens. HDMI Miracast.

6. Solving Connection Problems

If the TV doesn’t see the smartphone or the broadcast is interrupted, check out these points:

Common mistakes and ways to eliminate them:

Additional advice:

• 🔧 On Xiaomi smartphones, turn off the battery → Optimization for the broadcast application.
• 📡 If Wi-Fi is weak, use the hotspot on your phone (connect the TV to your phone directly).
• 🔄 When connected to HDMI Try another port on your TV (for example, HDMI 3 instead HDMI 1).

7. Optimization of broadcast quality

To ensure that the image and sound are transmitted without loss, adjust these parameters:

For wireless broadcasting (Miracast/Cast):

• 📶 Use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax) minimum delay.
• 🎮 For games, reduce the resolution to 1080p broadcasting.
• 🔊 Turn on the sound through HDMI on TV: Settings → Sound. → Sound output → HDMI ARC.

For wired connection (HDMI):

• 🔌 Use the cable. HDMI 2.1 for 4K@120Hz or 8K.
• 🎛️ On your smartphone, turn on the Developer Mode → Simulation of the display → 4K (if maintained).
• 🔇 Turn it off. HDR, If there are artifacts (in the settings of the TV screen).

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For HDMI games on Xiaomi 12T and later, turn on Game Display Mode in the developer settings – this will reduce the input delay to 20 ms.

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