How to connect Xiaomi phone to TV BBK via Bluetooth: full instructions with nuances

Connecting Xiaomi smartphone to TV BBK Bluetooth seems like a simple task β€” but in practice, users face a lack of sound, constant disconnection of communication or do not find their TV in the list of available devices: BBK (Especially models of 2018-2023) often use outdated Bluetooth 4.0-4.2 protocols, while even budget Xiaomi is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0.+ codeced.

This article provides unique data on the compatibility of specific models. BBK (for example, 32LE-7105, 43US-7506) Xiaomi phones (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11 Lite, as well as step-by-step instructions with versioning MIUI (13-14) and TV firmware, and we're going to look at not only the standard connectivity, but also workarounds for devices that can't see each other, and optimizing sound to watch movies or games without delay.

Compatibility Checking: What Models BBK Xiaomi is working together.

Before you try to connect devices, make sure they support the same Bluetooth protocol. BBK Minimum requirements for Xiaomi smartphones:

Model TV set BBKBluetooth versionSupported codecsMinimum version MIUI XiaomiFeatures
BBK 32LE-7105 / 40LE-71054.0SBC, AACMIUI 10Frequent communication breaks at distance >3m
BBK 43US-7506 / 50US-75064.2SBC, AAC, aptX (partially)MIUI 11Requires manual codec selection in developer settings
BBK 55QS-8207 (2022–2023)5.0SBC, AAC, aptX, LDACMIUI 12+Supports Dual Audio (Simultaneously 2 devices)
BBK OLED-series, for example, 55OQ-9100)5.1All modern codecs.Anybody.Automatic switching between A2DP and HFP

⚠️ Attention: If your TV is yours BBK released before 2019 and equipped with Bluetooth 4.0, and the Xiaomi smartphone is newer than 2021 (for example, Redmi Note 11 or X-ray). POCO X4 Pro, you're likely to have a codec incompatibility problem, and in that case, the sound will be transmitted, but with a lot of lag or distortion. LDAC (if supported) or aptX Low Latency (requires manual tuning).

Check out the Bluetooth version on your TV BBK:

  1. On the remote, press Menu. β†’ Settings β†’ About the device.
  2. Select System Information or TV Information.
  3. Find the Bluetooth line, where the version is specified (e.g. 4.2). + EDR).

πŸ“Š What kind of TV are you? BBK?
Until 2019 (Bluetooth 4.0)
2019–2021 (Bluetooth 4.2)
2022–2023 (Bluetooth 5.0)
I don't know.
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Xiaomi Phone Preparation: Bluetooth Settings Before Connecting

Even if your devices are Bluetooth compatible, the wrong settings on your smartphone can interfere with a stable connection.

Turn Bluetooth on in the Quick Settings Panel

Disable Power Saving Mode for Bluetooth (Settings) β†’ Battery. β†’ Energy saving regime β†’ Bluetooth)

Remove all previously saved devices BBK (Settings β†’ Bluetooth β†’ Stored devices)

Activate Developer Mode and enable Bluetooth Debugging (for MIUI 13+)

Select a priority codec (for the purpose of MIUI 14: Settings β†’ Additionally. β†’ Bluetooth codecs)

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Pay special attention to codecs. Xiaomi uses the default codecs. SBC β€” It's universal, but it's not the best codec. BBK Bluetooth 4.2+ It is recommended to manually select aptX or AAC:

  1. Open the Settings. β†’ The phone.
  2. Tap 7 times on the line version of MIUI to activate the developer mode.
  3. Back to Settings β†’ Additionally. β†’ For developers.
  4. Find Bluetooth Codecs and select aptX (if available) or AAC.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware (especially global ones) may not have a codec item. In this case, use the Developer Options Shortcut app from Google Play to access hidden settings.

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If there is no aptX in the codec list, but your phone supports it (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T or POCO F4), Install the Bluetooth Audio Codec Changer from the app store, and it allows you to manually switch codecs even on blocked firmware.

Step-by-step: how to connect Xiaomi to the BBK Bluetooth

Now, let's get to the connection itself. This is the instruction for all models. BBK Bluetooth, including LE-7105, US-7506, QS-8207) and Xiaomi smartphones MIUI 12–14.

Step 1: Activate Bluetooth on your TV BBK

  1. Turn on the TV and press the Menu button (or Home on new models).
  2. Go to Settings. β†’ Network β†’ Bluetooth.
  3. Activate the Bluetooth slider (on some TVs you need to select Enable and Confirm).
  4. Select Add Device or Device Search – the TV will start scanning.

Step 2: Search and Connect from Xiaomi Smartphone

  1. On the phone, open Settings β†’ Bluetooth.
  2. Make sure Bluetooth is on and tap Device Search.
  3. Find the name of your TV (usually starting with the BBK_... or models, for example. BBK-43US-7506).
  4. Tapping the TV name and confirming the pairing. BBK need to be PIN-code - default is 0000 or 1234.

Step 3: Customize the sound (important for watching the video)

Once the phone is successfully connected, the sound from the phone should be automatically transmitted to the TV.

  1. On Xiaomi, open the notification bar and hold the Bluetooth icon.
  2. In the list of connected devices tap on the name of your BBK.
  3. Select Sound Settings β†’ Media Audio (or Multimedia Sound).
  4. Activate the Use option for media.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs BBK Bluetooth 4.0 can cause audio delays of up to 0.5-1 seconds when watching videos via apps (e.g. YouTube or Kodi) to reduce lag:

  • πŸ”Š In the application settings (for example, MX Player, select Audio β†’ Latency of sound and set the value -200 miss.
  • πŸ“± In the Xiaomi developer settings, disable the absolute volume of Bluetooth (Disable absolute volume).
  • πŸ”„ Restart both devices after connecting.

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If the sound is interrupted or distorted, try turning off Wi-Fi on your phone β€” on some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi). 9A) Active Wi-Fi and Bluetooth simultaneously create interference.

Solving Problems: TV BBK unseen or unconnected

If you BBK Not appearing in the list of available devices on Xiaomi, the reasons may be as follows:

Problem 1: Bluetooth on TV is inactive or hidden

In some models BBK (for example, 32LE-7105) Bluetooth is disabled by default to save power:

  1. On the remote, press Menu. β†’ Settings β†’ General.
  2. Select Network Mode β†’ Bluetooth.
  3. Set the switch to the On position and select Visible for all devices.

Problem 2: Conflict with other connected devices

BBK (Especially budget models) often support connecting only one Bluetooth device at a time:

  • πŸ”Œ Turn off all unnecessary devices in the Settings menu β†’ Bluetooth β†’ Stored devices.
  • πŸ“± On Xiaomi, remove all previously saved connections to the BBK And try to pair again.
  • πŸ”„ Restart the TV (pull the plug out of the socket for 30 seconds).

Problem 3: Incompatibility of Bluetooth profiles

Televisions BBK They usually only support a profile. A2DP (for sound transmission, whereas Xiaomi smartphones may be used (for calls) or AVRCP (Reproduction control. To force the choice A2DP:

How to forcefully turn on A2DP Xiaomi
1. Install the Bluetooth Auto Connect app from Google Play. 2. In the app settings, select your TV BBK. 3. Activate the Force option A2DP Sink. 4. Reconnect devices.

If nothing helps, try an alternative way to connect:

  • πŸ”— Use a Bluetooth adapter (e.g. Avantek) BTA-200), 3.5mm audio-input RCA TV-wise.
  • πŸ“Ά Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and use apps like Miracast or Google Cast (if the TV supports Wi-Fi).

Sound Optimization: How to Eliminate Lag and Improve Quality

Even after a successful connection, users often face two challenges:

  1. Lag (sound delay) when watching a video.
  2. Low quality of sound (wheezing, noise).

Removal of delay (lag)

The main reason for lag is the use of a codec SBC, It's very latent, so it's very latent, so it's very latent:

  1. On Xiaomi go to Settings β†’ Additionally. β†’ Bluetooth codecs and select aptX Low Latency (if available).
  2. In the video playback app (e.g, VLC or MX Player) manually set the sound delay: Settings β†’ Audio. β†’ Synchronization of sound β†’ -150 ms (or) -200 miss)
  3. Turn off all background applications using Bluetooth (fitness bracelets, headphones) on your phone.

Improvement of sound quality

If the sound is distorted or interference is heard:

  • 🎡 In Bluetooth settings on Xiaomi, turn off the option Absolute Volume (Absolute Volume).
  • πŸ”Š On TV. BBK Switch to 70-80% volume, which will reduce distortion.
  • πŸ“΅ Make sure there are no obstacles (walls, furniture) between the phone and TV and the distance is less than 5 meters.
  • πŸ”‹ Check the battery power on Xiaomi – at a level below 20%, the system automatically reduces the quality of Bluetooth stream.

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For models BBK Bluetooth 5.0, for example, 55QS-8207) You can install Samsung's SoundAssistant app on your phone (which works on Xiaomi too), which lets you manually adjust your Bluetooth bitrate and choose the best settings for movies or music.

Alternative ways to connect Xiaomi to BBK (If Bluetooth is not working)

If you can’t get a Bluetooth connection, consider alternatives:

1. Wi-Fi connection (Miracast / DLNA)

Most TVs. BBK They support Miracast technology, to connect:

  1. On TV: Menu β†’ Settings β†’ Network β†’ Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast.
  2. On Xiaomi: Settings β†’ Connection and sharing β†’ Screen transmission.
  3. Choose yours. BBK from the list and confirm the connection.

⚠️ Note: With this connection, sound will be transmitted along with video, but lags are possible with a weak Wi-Fi signal. For stable operation, use a router with 5 GHz support.

2. Connection through HDMI (adaptively)

If you need to not only transmit sound, but also duplicate the screen, use it. HDMI-adapter (e.g, USB-C to HDMI for new Xiaomi models:

  1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port on your phone.
  2. The other end of the cable HDMI put in.
  3. On Xiaomi in the notification panel select Transfer to HDMI.

3. Connection through AUX (3.5 mm) or RCA

For old models. BBK Bluetooth:

  • 🎧 Use a Bluetooth transmitter (for example, 1Mii B06), audio-input.
  • πŸ”Š If only there's TV on the show RCA (Tulips, buy a 3.5mm adapter β†’ RCA Connect your phone through an auxiliary cable.

Comparison of Connection Methods: Which Is Better to Choose

Each way Xiaomi connects and BBK It has its pros and cons. In the table below, you can compare the key parameters:

Connection methodSound qualityDelay (lag)Difficulty setting upAdditional costsSuitable for
BluetoothAverage (depending on the codec)0.2–1 s (by) SBC)Low.No.Music, podcasts, calls
Wi-Fi (Miracast)High (no loss)0.1-0.3 sMediumNo.Movies, games, screen duplication
HDMI-adapterMaximum (no compression)0Low.1000–3000 β‚½ (adapter)Games, videos 4K, professionalization
Bluetooth transmitter (AUX/RCA)Average.0.3–0.5 sTall.1500–4000 β‚½ (transmitter)Older TVs without Bluetooth

For most users, Bluetooth remains the most convenient option, but if you care about the quality of sound without delay (for example, for games or movies), it is better to use it. HDMI or Wi-Fi Direct.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

My TV. BBK It doesn't support Bluetooth?
If your model BBK not equipped with Bluetooth (for example, BBK 32LE-1000 Or older versions), you can: Buy an external Bluetooth adapter (e.g., TP-Link) UB400) and plug it in. USB-TV port (if supported) Use a Bluetooth transmitter with a 3.5 mm output or RCA (It connects to the TV audio input, connect to the Miracast via Wi-Fi, or DLNA (The most budget option is the Avantek adapter. BTA-200 (1,500 β‚½), which connects to audio input and allows you to transmit sound over Bluetooth.
The sound is late. How do you fix it?
Lag of sound when connecting via Bluetooth is due to: Use of a codec SBC (The slowest. Weak Bluetooth signal (much interference). Background processes on the phone. Solutions: Manually select the aptX Low Latency codec or AAC In the settings of the developer Xiaomi. Reduce the distance between the phone and the TV to 1–2 In a video playback application (e.g, VLC) set negative sound delay (-150 Turn off your phone's Wi-Fi and mobile data, which can cause interference. If nothing works, try connecting to Wi-Fi (Miracast) - the delay will be minimal.
Television BBK request PIN-code when you connect. What type?
By default for televisions BBK are used PIN-codes: 0000 (most common). 1234 (for 2020 and newer models). 8888 or 9999 (rarely). If these options don't fit: Check the instructions for your TV (Bluetooth section or Security section). Reset Bluetooth settings on TV: Menu β†’ Settings β†’ Reset β†’ Reset the network settings. Try to connect without PIN-code (some models do not require it).
Can I connect two phones to a TV? BBK simultaneously?
It depends on the TV model: πŸ“Ί BBK Bluetooth 4.0-4.2 (for example, 32LE-7105, 43US-7506) β€” Only one device supports one device. πŸ“Ί BBK Bluetooth 5.0+ (for example, 55QS-8207) β€” You can connect up to 2 devices at a time (Dual Audio function). To enable Dual Audio (if supported): Connect the first phone over Bluetooth. In the Bluetooth settings of the TV, select Add the second device. Connect the second phone. When two devices are connected simultaneously, the sound quality can deteriorate.
Once connected, the sound only comes through the phone, not the TV. What do you do?
This problem occurs when Xiaomi doesn't choose a TV as its primary audio device, and we correct it by saying, Open the notification panel on your phone and hold the Bluetooth icon. BBK. Select Sound Settings β†’ Media audio. Activate Use for Media. If you don't have the option: Reboot both devices. Remove the TV from the stored device list on your phone and reconnect. Check if the phone is in Do Not Disturb or No Sound mode.