Connecting Xiaomi phone to TV via Bluetooth: full instruction with error solutions

Synchronizing a Xiaomi smartphone with a TV via Bluetooth opens up new possibilities for viewing content, managing media and even using the phone as a remote. However, many users face difficulties: the connection is not established, the sound is delayed, the TV does not see the device at all. In this article, we will discuss all the stages of connection, from checking compatibility to solving typical problems, and also consider alternative ways of connecting if Bluetooth for some reason does not work.

Features of Xiaomi equipment (including Redmi smartphones, POCO and Mi TVs TV) This involves using proprietary communication protocols that sometimes conflict with standard drivers from other brands, such as Samsung TVs or other brands. LG We have taken these nuances into account and prepared universal solutions that will work even for outdated models.

1. Verification of device compatibility

Before trying to connect your phone and TV, make sure both devices support Bluetooth connectivity in principle.Not all TVs have this module, especially budget models or editions older than 2018.

Xiaomi smartphones usually have no problems with Bluetooth — even old models like Redmi 4X or Mi A1 protocol-support A2DP (for sound transmission) and AVRCP (But with TVs, it's more complicated: check the specifications of your model on the official website or in the instructions. Look for references to Bluetooth 4.0 and higher - earlier versions may not work stable.

• 📱 Xiaomi smartphones: all models with MIUI 9+ Android 7.0+ Support Bluetooth connection to TV.
• 📺 Xiaomi TVs: All Mis TV (including Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1) have built-in Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Other brands of TV: Samsung (series) Q/UHD s 2019 year-end), LG (OLED NanoCell, Sony Bravia (with Android) TV).
• ❌ Incompatible TV: old models without Smart TV, TVs with Bluetooth 2.1 or no TVs.

Important: Xiaomi TVs with firmware below MIUI TV 3.0 may not support Bluetooth connectivity to smartphones in audio mode, in which case alternative methods will have to be used (HDMI, Wi-Fi Direct).

2. Preparing Xiaomi phone for connection

Before connecting devices, set up your smartphone for maximum compatibility, which will help avoid errors such as "device not found" or "connection interrupted."

First thing, update the firmware. MIUI To do this, go to Settings. → The phone. → Update system. If you have an update, install it. Also check Bluetooth version: in Settings → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth must be specified version 4.2 or higher.

• 🔧 Enable Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About the phone and 7 times click on the version MIUI. Then in Settings → Additionally. → For developers, activate debugging over Bluetooth.
• 📱 Reset Bluetooth settings: In the Bluetooth menu, click three dots → Reset settings. This will delete all the stored devices and clear the cache.
• 🔄 Activate visibility: In Bluetooth settings, enable Visibility for all devices for 2-5 minutes.
• 🚫 Turn off battery savings: in Settings → Battery → Saving charge add Bluetooth to exceptions.

If your phone has previously connected to other audio devices (earbuds, speakers), remove them from the list of associated devices. Conflicts between multiple connections are a common cause of failure.

Update MIUI to the latest version

Enable Bluetooth debugging

Reset your Bluetooth settings

Activate the visibility of the device

Turn off battery savings for Bluetooth-->

3. Set up the TV for Bluetooth connectivity

TVs from different brands have their own nuances of Bluetooth customization. Consider the process for the most popular models, including Xiaomi Mi TV.

For Mi. TV path:

1. On the remote, press the Settings button.
2. Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Bluetooth.
3. Turn on Bluetooth and press Add Device.
4. Select your smartphone from the list of devices found.

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV 4A) may need to be introduced PIN-code - usually 0000 or 1234.

For Samsung TVs (based on Tizen):

1. Open the Settings. → Sound. → Sound output → List of Bluetooth devices.
2. Click Add a new device and select a smartphone.
3. Confirm the pairing on both devices.

LG

1. Go to Settings. → Sound. → Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the search mode and select the phone from the list.

Attention! Some TVs (such as the 2020 Sony Bravia) require Bluetooth pre-activation in the service menu.

1. On the remote, press sequentially: Home → Settings → Network settings → Additionally.
2. Select Bluetooth Settings and turn on the module.

Without this step, the device will not appear in the list of available devices.

4. Step-by-step connection instruction

Now, let's move directly to the pairing. Follow the instructions carefully, the order is important.

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone:

Open the Settings. → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth and move the slider to the right. Make sure Visibility is on.

2. Run a search on the TV:

From the Bluetooth menu of the TV, select Add Device or Search, and scan will begin.

3. Select your smartphone in the list:

When your Xiaomi name appears on the list (like the Redmi Note 11), click on it. The pairing request appears on the phone - confirm it.

4. Set up a connection profile:

After successful pairing, select what the connection will be used for:

Audio device (for transmitting sound from the phone to TV).

Multimedia management (to use the phone as a remote).

File transfer (if supported).

5. Check the connection:

Turn on your phone music or video — the sound should be played through the TV. If there is no sound, check the audio output settings in Settings → Sound. → Television sound output.

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If the sound is transmitted with a delay (lag), try in the Bluetooth settings of the phone to turn off the aptX codec and leave only SBC. To do this, install the Developer Options app and select Bluetooth Audio Codec.

Attention! On some Xiaomi TVs, once connected, the default sound can go through the phone's speakers. To redirect it to TV, swipe down the notification bar, click on the Multimedia icon, and select the TV from the list of output devices.

5. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, there can be failures, and let's look at the typical errors and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The TV can't see the phone.

Reasons:

- Bluetooth is off on one of the devices.

The devices are too far away (maximum 10 meters without obstacles).

- The phone is on flight mode or battery saving blocks Bluetooth.

Conflict with other connected devices (headphones, speakers).

Decision:

- Reboot both devices.

Remove all stored Bluetooth devices from your phone and TV memory.

Check if the antivirus (such as Avast or 360 Security) is blocking the connection.

- Update the TV firmware through Settings → Support → Update of the PO.

Problem 2: The sound is interrupted or delayed.

Reasons:

Weak Bluetooth signal (a lot of interference).

- Use a non-optimal audio codec (e.g., aptX instead of aptX) SBC).

- The phone runs background applications that consume resources.

Decision:

Reduce the distance between the devices.

- In the developer settings (Settings) → Additionally. → For developers, turn off the absolute volume of Bluetooth.

Close all apps on your phone except the music/video player.

Try using an external Bluetooth transmitter (e.g., Xiaomi Bluetooth Audio Receiver) if the TV's built-in module is weak.

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If neither of these methods worked, check if the Bluetooth module in the TV is broken, and try to connect another device (e.g. wireless headphones) to do so, and if they don't work, the module is defective and needs repair.

6. Alternative ways of connecting

If Bluetooth never worked, don't despair! there are several alternative methods to connect a Xiaomi phone to a TV.

1. Wi-Fi connection (Miracast, Google Cast)

Most of today's televisions support wireless screen transmission.

- On the phone: Settings → Connections and sharing → Screen transmission.

On TV: Turn on Miracast or Screen Mirroring in your network settings.

Select the TV from the list of available devices.

2.Use of HDMI-adapter.

For Xiaomi phones with a port USB-C adapter USB-C to HDMI. Connect it to the phone and the other end to the phone. HDMI-On the TV screen, select the appropriate signal source.

3. Streaming applications (DLNA).

Install an app like LocalCast or BubbleUPnP on your phone and activate it on your TV. DLNA-This will allow you to stream video and music wirelessly.

• 🔌 HDMI: quality (4K, 60 Hz), but requires cable.
• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct: High speed, but can lag at weak signal.
• 🌐 Google Cast: convenient for streaming YouTube or Netflix.
• ⚡ MHL: It is an outdated standard, but it is suitable for older TVs.

Attention! When using Wi-Fi Direct, your phone and TV will be disconnected from the Internet. If you need to stream content from the network at the same time (for example, from YouTube), use Google Cast or connect the TV to the router with a cable.

7. Optimize connection for different tasks

Depending on what you're connecting your phone to your TV for, the settings may vary. Let's look at the basic scenarios.

For listening to music:

- In Bluetooth phone settings, select a profile A2DP (sound-transmission).

Turn off the microphone if you don’t need it (this will reduce the delay).

- Use applications that support aptX Low Latency (e.g. Poweramp or VLC).

For the control of the TV:

- Activate the profile AVRCP (multimedia management).

- Install the Mi Remote app (for Mi) TV) Peel Smart Remote for other brands).

In the application settings, select the model of your TV.

For file transfer:

- Make sure the TV supports you. FTP Bluetooth (rarely found on Sony Bravia).

Alternative: use Wi-Fi Direct or cloud services (Mi Cloud, Google Drive).

For games:

- Bluetooth is not suitable for gaming due to delay! HDMI Wi-Fi Direct with Game Mode support.

On the TV, turn on Game Mode in the screen settings.

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To watch movies from your phone on your TV via Bluetooth, use the app VLC. It allows you to manually select the audio output and minimizes the latency of the sound.

8. Security and confidentiality

Bluetooth connectivity, like any wireless technology, has vulnerabilities. Follow these guidelines to protect your data:

Turn off Bluetooth when not in use, and this will prevent unauthorized connection of intruders.

- Use complex ones. PIN-If the TV requests code, set non-standard combinations (not 0000 or 1234).

- Check the list of associated devices. Regularly delete unknown devices in Settings → Bluetooth.

- Update the firmware. Manufacturers regularly release security patches for Bluetooth modules.

On Xiaomi TVs, you can include additional protection:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts and Security → Privacy.
2. Activate the option of Request Confirmation when connecting.

This will add an additional authorization step to each new connection.

Warning: Don't connect your phone to public TVs (such as hotels or airports) via Bluetooth.Attackers can intercept your data or install malware through vulnerabilities in the protocol OBEX (used for file transfer).

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