How to connect Xiaomi to a TV via USB: 5 working ways

Connecting a Xiaomi smartphone to a TV via a USB cable seems like a simple task, but in practice, users face a lot of nuances: the TV does not see the device, the screen remains black, you need to buy additional adapters. In this article, we will analyze all possible connection scenarios from a standard USB-OTG to advanced protocols like MHL or SlimPort, and explain why some methods only work on certain Xiaomi models and TVs.

Many people mistakenly think that if you plug a cable into both devices, it will immediately appear on the big screen. USB-The TV port is more often designed to play media than to duplicate the screen of your smartphone. To make it work, you will need to understand the technical limitations, supported protocols, and even the Android version on your Xiaomi. We have tested the instructions on models from Redmi Note 10 Pro to Xiaomi 13 Ultra – and are ready to share working solutions.

1. Which one? USB-Ports support smartphone connectivity?

Not everyone. USB-The port on the TV is capable of transmitting video from a smartphone. Most modern TVs are equipped with ports. USB 2.0 or USB 3.0, but their main purpose is to read flash drives with movies, music or photos. To duplicate the screen, Xiaomi port must support one of the following protocols:

• 🔌 MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link – standard for video and audio transmission over the Internet USB. It works on Samsung, Sony and TVs. LG It's a 2016 release, and it requires an MHL-to-HDMI adapter.
• 🔗 SlimPort - an alternative MHL, It is supported by some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi 5 or Mi 6.
• 📱 USB-OTG DisplayPort Alt Mode is a modern standard that allows you to transfer video through the Internet. USB-C. He works on TVs with USB-C port (for example, Xiaomi Mi) TV Q2).

How do you check which protocol your TV supports? Look at the TV manual or look up a model on the manufacturer's website. For example, Samsung's JU6400 (2015) TVs support MHL, and the QLED 2020+ models only support USB-OTG for media files. If your TV is released after 2018, it's likely that direct USB connection is not possible without an adapter.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi smartphones on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro)+) more often MHL, than models on MediaTek (e.g. Redmi) 10C). Find out the specifications of your model on mi.com.

Method 1: Connect via MHL (for older TVs)

If your TV is released before 2017 and has an HDMI (MHL) port, you can use an MHL-to-HDMI adapter.This method works on most Xiaomi flagships through 2019, including the Mi 8, Mi 9 and Mi Mix 2S.

What you need:

• 🔌 MHL-to-HDMI adapter (e.g., MHL-to-HDMI, UGREEN MHL 2.0).
• 📺 Supported TV MHL (Check the list of compatible models here).
• 🔋 Charger (5V/2A) — adapter MHL consumes.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the MHL adapter to the Micro-USB or USB-C port of the smartphone (depending on the model).
2. Connect the adapter to the TV through HDMI-cable.
3. Connect the charging to the adapter (required! otherwise the smartphone will discharge in 5 minutes).
4. On the TV, select the HDMI (MHL) signal source.
5. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to transfer the image – confirm it.

If the screen remains black:

• 🔄 Restart your smartphone and TV.
• 🔌 Try another one. HDMI-cable (must support high speed).
• ⚡ Check that the charger is giving out enough current (minimum 2A).

Check out MHL support on TV

Buy an MHL-to-HDMI adapter (compatible with Xiaomi)

Prepare the 5V/2A charger

Use it. HDMI-cable version 1.4 or higher

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3. Method 2: USB-OTG for playing media files

If your TV doesn’t support you MHL Or SlimPort, but he has one. USB-You can use your smartphone as a flash drive to play movies, music or photos. This method works on all Xiaomi models, but you can't duplicate the screen - just play files.

How it works:

1. Connect your smartphone to your TV through USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
2. On the smartphone screen, select File Transfer (MTP) mode.
3. On the TV, open the Multimedia menu or USB-device.
4. Select the file you want (video, audio, or image) to play.

Limitations of the method:

• 🎬 You can’t stream YouTube, Netflix or games.
• 📁 The TV will only see files in folders DCIM, Downloads or Movies.
• 🔊 The sound will go through the TV speakers, but you can only control the playback from a smartphone.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs LG From WebOS and Samsung with Tizen, you may not be able to play files in.mkv or.flac format.mp4 or.mp3 pre-existingly.

4. Method 3: USB-C to HDMI (for modern smartphones)

Xiaomi smartphones with a USB-C port (starting with the Mi 9 and later) can support DisplayPort Alt Mode, a technology that allows you to transfer video over USB-C. This requires a USB-C to HDMI adapter (for example, Baseus USB-C Hub or the original from Xiaomi).

How to connect:

1. Buy an adapter. USB-C to HDMI DisplayPort 1.4 (cost from 1500) ₽).
2. Connect the adapter to your smartphone and then connect it to the TV through HDMI-cable.
3. On the TV, select the HDMI source.
4. On the smartphone may appear a notification about the connection of the external display – confirm it.

Challenges and solutions:

• 🖥️ No image? Check if your smartphone supports DisplayPort Alt Mode.List of compatible models:List of Xiaomi with DisplayPort Alt Mode support Xiaomi Mi 9, Mi 9T Pro, Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 11, Mi 11 Ultra, Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12 Pro, Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro, POCO F3, POCO F4 GT, Black Shark 4/5.
• 🔊 No sound? Go to Settings. → Sound. → Sound output and select HDMI.
• 🔄 Does the screen blink? Try another one. HDMI-cable (should be version 2.0 or higher).

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If the USB-C to HDMI adapter doesn’t work, try connecting it via an externally powered hub.Some smartphones (such as the Xiaomi 12T Pro) require an additional power source to ensure stable video transfer.

5. Method 4: Wireless alternative – Miracast and Google Cast

If wires annoy you, consider wireless technology:

• 📶 Miracast is a built-in feature in Android that allows you to duplicate the screen without wires. It works on TVs with Wi-Fi Direct.
• 📱 Google Cast – streaming content via Chromecast or built-in Cast in your TV (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) TV).

How to turn Miracast on Xiaomi:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display.
2. Turn on device search.
3. Select your TV from the list (if it supports Miracast).
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Miracast's problems and solutions:

• 🔄 Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🎮 Lags on gaming? Miracast isn't optimized for gaming - use USB-C to HDMI.
• 🔊 Is it coming from a smartphone? In Miracast settings, select Output to the TV.

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Miracast is the most versatile way, but it depends on the stability of Wi-Fi. It is suitable for watching movies, and for games or working with documents, it is better to use a wired connection.

6. Method 5: Using DLNA to stream media

If you only need to stream movies or music, rather than duplicate the entire screen, use DLNA, which allows you to stream content from your smartphone to your TV over a local network.

How to set up DLNA on Xiaomi:

1. Install the BubbleUPnP or LocalCast app on your smartphone.
2. Connect your smartphone and TV to a single Wi-Fi network.
3. Open the application, select the file and click Play on...
4. Select your TV from the list DLNA-device.

Advantages of DLNA:

• 🎥 Supports almost all video formats (.mp4,.mkv,.avi).
• 📱 No need for wires or adapters.
• 🔧 It works even on old TVs with Smart TV.

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 It does not duplicate the screen, it only reproduces media files.
• 📶 Requires stable Wi-Fi (with a weak signal will be lags).

7.The solution to the problems: why Xiaomi isn't plugging into the TV?

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

Additional advice:

• 🔄 Restart both devices before connecting.
• 📱 Update the firmware on your smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 📺 Update the TV (in the support menu) → Update of the PO).
• 🛠️ If you use an adapter, check it on another device (e.g. laptop).

⚠️ Note: Some Samsung TVs (e.g. series) Q60T) support off MHL It's a software-based thing, and in that case, it's only going to help. USB-C to HDMI wireless.

8. FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi's TV connection