Connecting your phone to a Xiaomi TV over Bluetooth: full instruction with expert advice

Why is Bluetooth Connection with Xiaomi TV Comfortable?

Modern Xiaomi TVs (series Mi) TV 4A/4S/4X/5/5X/6, Redmi Smart TV, Mi TV Q1/Q2) Supports wireless Bluetooth connection 4.2/5.0, So you can stream music from your phone to your TV speakers, use your phone as a remote, play games from your gamepad, or even have a conference call over the big screen. But how to properly configure this connection to avoid sound delays, communication breaks, or compatibility issues?

In this article, we will break down all the ways of connecting (including hidden settings), tell you which phone models sync better with Xiaomi TV, and give you unique tips on optimizing the connection for minimal audio delay, and also solve common errors like “device not found” or “connection is impossible”.

If you have already tried to connect devices and faced problems, skip the introductory part and go straight to the "Problem Solutions" section.

Compatibility: Which phones and TVs support connectivity

Not all Xiaomi smartphones and TVs work equally well on Bluetooth.

• 📱 Smartphones: All models on Android 8.0+ (including the Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4/X5, Mi 11/12/13) iPhone 7+ (iOS 12+). Older devices (e.g. Redmi) 4X) may not support profiles A2DP sound-transmitter.
• 📺 TVs: Bluetooth-only models (check in specs!) on budget Mis TV 4A (2018-2019) may not be available – Wi-Fi Direct is used instead.
• 🎧 Bluetooth profiles: you need sound A2DP, steer — AVRCP. Xiaomi TV It also supports (for calls) and (for keyboards/mouse).

To find out if your TV has Bluetooth, do:

1. Open Settings → About TV → Specifications.
2. Check the Bluetooth string – if it is not there, the module is not.

⚠️ Attention: If your Xiaomi TV It doesn't support Bluetooth, but there's Wi-Fi Direct, you can use alternative ways to connect (for example, via Mi Home or Google Cast.

Preparation: What to do before connecting

Before you connect devices, follow these steps – they will save time and save you from errors:

Make sure your TV and phone are charged (minimum 30%)

Disable other Bluetooth devices within a 5-meter radius

Update the TV firmware (see section below)

Enable Bluetooth Visibility Mode on Your Phone

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Pay special attention to the firmware update. In older versions of Xiaomi TV software (for example, before MIUI TV 1.6.40), there were bugs with the connection of iPhones and smartphones on Android 12+.

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. If the update is not found, download it manually from the official website (select your model) and install it via USB.

Also check your phone settings:

• 📲 Android: Settings → Connected devices → Bluetooth settings → Visibility of the device (insert).
• 🍎 iPhone: Settings → Bluetooth (must be enabled).

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If you have a Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco phone, activate the dual Bluetooth connection mode in the settings – this will allow you to listen to music on TV and headphones at the same time.

Step-by-step: how to connect your phone to Xiaomi TV

Now, the process itself. The manual is universal for all supported models, but there are nuances for Android and iOS.

Method 1: Standard connection (for sound and control)

1. On TV: Open Settings → Devices and Accessories → Bluetooth. Press Add Device (or Device Search). Wait for the TV to find your phone (can take up to 30 seconds).
2. On the phone: In the list of available devices, select the name of your Xiaomi TV (for example, MiTV-5X-1234). Confirm pairing on both devices (entry may be required) PIN-code - usually 0000 or 1234).

Method 2: Connect to call (HFP profile)

If you want to use TV as a speaker for calls (e.g. via Zoom or WhatsApp):

1. First, perform a standard connection (see above).
2. On your phone (Android), go to Bluetooth settings, find your Xiaomi TV and click on the gear next to the name.
3. Activate Calls and Media Audio options.

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, your profile may not work due to Apple restrictions.In this case, use AirPlay or Wi-Fi Direct.

Sound Optimization: How to Remove Latency and Improve Quality

One of the biggest problems with Bluetooth connectivity is the lag, which is caused by codecs and buffering, and here's how to reduce it:

• 🎵 Select the right codec: On Android: in Bluetooth phone settings, select LDAC (Best quality, or aptX (less lag) on Xiaomi TV: Go to Settings. → Sound. → Bluetooth audio settings and install SBC (universal AAC (iPhone).

Turn off the sound processing:

Dolby Audio

DTS

equalizer

Reduce the distance:

If the delay persists, try alternative methods:

• 📡 Wi-Fi Direct: Faster Bluetooth, but requires settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct.
• 🔗 HDMI ARC: For perfect synchronization of sound and video (needs cable).

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For minimal lag, use the aptX codec (if supported) and turn off all sound effects in the TV settings.

Problem Solving: Phone is not connected or the sound is interrupted

If your problem is not described, check the FAQ section at the end of the article.

Problem 1: The TV can't find the phone

• ✅ Make sure your phone is on visibility mode (on Android: Settings) → Bluetooth → Visibility).
• ✅ Reboot the Bluetooth module on TV: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth → Reset.
• ✅ If you have an iPhone, try connecting first via Wi-Fi Direct and then switching to Bluetooth.