Connecting Xiaomi phone to Xiaomi TV via Bluetooth: Full Guide 2026

Connecting a Xiaomi smartphone to a TV of the same brand via Bluetooth opens up new possibilities for listening to music, managing presentations or even using the phone as a remote control. If Bluetooth doesn't find the device, if the sound is late, if the connection is constantly broken, then in this article we will discuss all working methods of synchronization, including hidden settings Mi. TV Redmi Smart TV, We also tell you how to avoid common mistakes.

It is important to understand that not all Xiaomi TV models support Bluetooth phone connectivity as a sound source or control. TV 4A Often lack this feature, while flagship Mis TV Q2 or Redmi MAX The 98 offer advanced features. We have compiled a compatibility table (see below) to help determine whether your model supports such a connection.

If you've tried to connect before and you've failed, don't be quick to blame the technology. 80 percent of the time, the problem is with the phone settings or the missed steps on the TV menu. For example, many people forget to turn on "All Device Visibility" in their smartphone's Bluetooth settings or don't update the TV firmware to the latest version. We'll go through each step in detail so you can set up the connection the first time.

1. Check the compatibility of your Xiaomi TV

Before you try to connect your phone, make sure your Xiaomi TV supports Bluetooth connectivity at all. Not all models are equipped with this feature, especially if it comes to budget lines. Below is a table with the current data for 2026:

If your model is not in the table, check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or in the manual for the TV. Note that even if there is Bluetooth, not all protocols support audio transmission. TV 4S It can connect to a phone, but only to transfer files, not to play music.

Also consider the version. MIUI For stable connection, we recommend a version at least lower MIUI 12.5. If you have an older firmware, update it through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

2. Preparing Xiaomi phone for connection

Before you connect the devices, you need to configure the smartphone correctly. Here is a step-by-step instruction:

1. Turn on Bluetooth: Open Settings → Bluetooth and activate the switch. Make sure all devices are visible mode on (usually active within 2 minutes of Bluetooth switching on).
2. Update the firmware: Go to Settings → The phone. → Update the system and install the latest updates. This is especially important for Redmi Note models. 10/11 and POCO X3/X4, where the Bluetooth bugs were detected.
3. Reset Bluetooth settings (if necessary): If you have previously had connection issues, go to Settings → Bluetooth → ⋮ (menu) → Reset settings. This will delete all the stored devices and return the settings to the factory.
4. Turn off battery savings for Bluetooth: Go to Settings → Battery → Saving charge → Setting savings and removing Bluetooth from the list of limited features.This will prevent automatic disconnection of the connection.

For Xiaomi models 12/13/14 In addition, it is recommended to enable the developer mode and activate the option “Bluetoothbug” (located in Settings). → The phone. → Version. MIUI — press 7 Once, then return to the additional settings. → This will help to avoid synchronization problems.

Bluetooth enabled and visibility mode|Updated firmware MIUI|Reset Bluetooth settings (if there were errors)|Battery savings for Bluetooth are turned off|Bluetooth debugging activated (for new models)-->

If you use POCO Or Black Shark, you know, their firmware might have features. POCO F4 Sometimes you need to manually enable profiling support. A2DP (Sound transmission, through an engineering menu:

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In the menu that opens, select Bluetooth. → A2DP Settings and activate the option.

3. Set up Xiaomi TV for Bluetooth connectivity

Now, we're going to get to the setup of the TV itself. The interface may be slightly different depending on the model, but the overall algorithm is the same:

1. Turn Bluetooth on TV: Go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth (or Settings) → Connections → Bluetooth on new models. Activate the switch. If there's no option, your TV doesn't support Bluetooth.
2. Make TV detectable: Click on Add Device or Device Search. The TV should appear in the list of connected gadgets on the phone.
3. Select the connection profile: The TV screen will request a choice of connection type: - "Audio device" - to transmit sound from the phone to TV (for example, to listen to music through the TV speakers). - "Input device" - to use the phone as a remote or game controller. - "File transfer" - to exchange media files. Choose the desired option. For most tasks, "Audio device" is suitable.
4. Confirm pairing: A confirmation code will appear on the phone and TV (usually 4-6 Make sure the codes match and click "Confirm" on both devices.

On Mi TVs. TV Q2 redmi MAX 98 may additionally need to select a priority audio channel. → Sound. → Sound output → Bluetooth and install the phone as the main output device.

For Mi models TV A Pro and Mi TV P1 There's a hidden Low Latency Mode feature that reduces lag when you're listening to music or watching videos:

1. Connect your phone to your TV via Bluetooth.
2. Go to Settings. → Sound. → Additional settings → Sound mode.
3. Select “Low Latency” (if the option is not available, your model does not support it).

4. Connecting Xiaomi phone to TV to transmit sound

If you want to use your TV as a Bluetooth speaker to play music, podcasts, or sound from games, follow this instruction:

1. Connect devices: As described in the previous section, pair your phone and TV in Audio Device mode.
2. Select TV as a sound output device: On your phone, open the notification panel, press and hold the Bluetooth icon, then select your TV from the list of connected devices. In some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro), you need to go to Settings → Sound. → Output device → Bluetooth.
3. Customize the sound quality: On Mi TVs TV Q2 And newer ones can pick a codec: - SBC — universal, but with mediocre quality. - AAC — better for music (recommended for Apple Music or Spotify). - AptX is high quality, but not supported by all phones. To change the codec, go to Settings → Sound. → Bluetooth settings → Codec.

If the sound is delayed (lag), try:

• 🔄 Reconnect devices – sometimes re-pairing helps.
• 📶 Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone – wireless interference can affect Bluetooth.
• 🔊 Reduce bitrate – in the Bluetooth settings of the TV, select SBC ptX.
• 🔋 Close background apps – especially instant messengers and games that can load the processor.

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If the sound is interrupted, try to reduce the distance between the phone and the TV to 1-2 Check if there is another source of Bluetooth interference, such as a wireless keyboard or mouse, near the TV.

On Redmi Smart TVs TV X has a bug: when you plug in, the sound can go through the phone's speakers and the TV at the same time:

1. Open the notification panel.
2. Click on the Media icon (or Replay).
3. Select “Bluetooth only” or “Disable phone speakers”.

5.Using the phone as a remote for Xiaomi TV

Some Xiaomi TV models (e.g. Mi) TV Q2 or Redmi MAX 98) allows you to use your smartphone as a remote control over Bluetooth:

1. Install the Mi Remote app: Download the official Mi Remote app from Google Play or AppGallery. It supports most Xiaomi and other brands' TVs.
2. Add the TV to the app: Open Mi Remote, press «+» → «Television» → «Xiaomi" and select your TV model. If your model is not listed, select "Other" and follow the instructions on the screen.
3. Connect to Bluetooth: In the app, select “Connection” → Bluetooth. The TV must be in pairing mode (see section 3).
4. Customize buttons: Mi Remote can customize the location of the buttons, such as adding fast access to Netflix or volume control.

If the Mi Remote app doesn't find the TV, try:

• 📱 Update the application to the latest version.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone and TV.
• 📡 Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (in the TV settings, turn on “Miracast” or “Wi-Fi Display»).
• 🔧 Reset the remote settings in the application (Settings) → Reset devices).

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Mi Remote is more stable via Bluetooth than via an infrared port (if you have one on your phone), but for full management, it is better to use a combined connection: Bluetooth + Wi-Fi (for voice and gesture transmission).

On Google TVs TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2023) you can use voice control over your phone:

1. Connect your phone to your TV via Bluetooth.
2. Open Google Assistant on your phone.
3. Say a command, such as “turn on Netflix on your TV” or “Revenue volume by 20%.”

6. Addressing common problems

Even with the right setup, there can be errors, and let's look at the most common ones and how to solve them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select “Reset Network Settings”.
3. Confirm the action and restart the TV.

For Mi TVs, TV 4S mi TV 4X There's a specific bug: once you update your firmware, Bluetooth may stop working:

1. Turn off the TV for 10 minutes (remove the plug from the socket).
2. Press and hold the power button on the remote for 15 seconds.
3. Connect the TV to the network and try to turn on Bluetooth again.

7.Alternative ways to connect your phone to a Xiaomi TV

If Bluetooth doesn’t work or isn’t suitable for your tasks, consider alternatives:

• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct / Miracast: Allows you to broadcast your phone screen to TV wirelessly. → Screen. → Wireless display on the phone and settings → Connections → Wi-Fi Display on TV Supports sound and video in Full HD.
• 🔌 HDMI (via adapter: For phones with USB-C adapter USB-C → HDMI. The picture and sound quality will be maximum, but you need a wire. 11T Pro, 12S Ultra and others.
• 🌐 Chromecast / Google Cast: If Google is on TV TV (like a Mi TV Q2), You can stream content via Google Home or the Cast icon in apps (YouTube, Netflix).
• 🎮 Game mode (for gamers): on Black Shark or POCO F can be connected to the TV via Bluetooth and the phone can be used as a video source via Steam Link or Moonlight.

Comparison of connection methods:

For listening to music through Bluetooth TV speakers, it is best to use Wi-Fi Direct or if you want to stream videos (like YouTube or movies). HDMI.

8.Security and connectivity optimization

When using Bluetooth communication between your phone and TV, you should take into account several important nuances:

⚠️ Warning: Do not connect your phone to public or unknown Bluetooth devices (such as cafes or airports) This can lead to data leakage or malware installation through vulnerabilities in the protocol. OBEX.

To protect your connection:

• 🔒 Turn off Bluetooth when you are not using it.
• 📱 Remove unnecessary devices from the list of conjugated devices (on the phone and TV).
• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware on both devices.
• 🛡️ Use it. VPN Sensitive data transmission (for example, if you connect your phone to a TV in a hotel).

To optimize the work:

• 🔋 Keep your phone charged – if the charge level is below 20%, there may be a connection break.
• 📶 Avoid interference – do not place microwaves, wireless routers or other sources of radio interference near the TV.
• 🔊 Set the priority of sound on TV in Settings → Select “Bluetooth” as the main output device.

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For maximum connectivity stability, use Bluetooth 5.0 or higher. if your phone or TV supports LE Audio (e.g. Xiaomi 13) + Mi TV Q2), activate it in the settings – this will reduce power consumption and improve sound quality.

On Xiaomi TVs with Google TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2023) you can configure automatic connection when you turn on TV:

1. Go to Settings. → Devices → Stored devices.
2. Find your phone in the list and turn on the “Auto Connection” option.
3. Set connection priority: “Primarily Bluetooth”.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connectivity