Connecting your phone to a Xiaomi TV over Bluetooth without a remote: all ways of 2026

Why Bluetooth is the best way to connect without a remote

Lost or broken remote from Xiaomi Mi TV, What if you want to get your phone to show you pictures or stream your video? Bluetooth is your lifesaver, and unlike Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast, it works even when the Internet is off and doesn't require complicated router settings. The main advantage is that it works on Xiaomi TVs. 2019–2026 years A2, P1, S Pro, 4A/5A) Bluetooth activates automatically when you first turn on, even if you’ve never used it before.

But there are nuances: on budget models like Mi TV 4S 32" Bluetooth can be disabled by default to save energy. TV Q2 75" sometimes requires pre-activation of the module through the service menu, and in this article we will analyze all scenarios, from basic connection to solving compatibility problems.

Important: If your TV is released before 2018 (e.g. Mi) TV 3), it probably doesn't have Bluetooth built-in, so you'll need an external adapter, see the last section.

Preparing Xiaomi TV for Connection

Before looking for a TV in the list of Bluetooth devices on your phone, make sure that Xiaomi is a good choice. TV Ready to connect. That's what you need to do:

• 🔌 Turn on the TV. If the remote is not available, use the power button on the case (usually located on the side or bottom below the logo) on models with touch buttons (for example, Mi). TV P1) Hold your finger on the panel for 3-5 seconds.
• 📺 Switch to the source. Press the button. Source/Input on the TV body (or a combination of Menu) + Volume Down on some models to open a list of sources.Select Bluetooth Audio or Wireless Display.
• 🔍 Check visibility. The screen should show the words Waiting for connection or Bluetooth: Discoverable. If it's not, go to manual activation (more on that below).

On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9.0 and newer (e.g. Mi) TV Q1E) Bluetooth turns on automatically when you first start up, but if you've previously disabled it through your settings, you'll have to reset the network settings:

1. Press the Settings button on the TV body (or the Menu combination). + Volume Up).
2. Go to Network & Internet → Reset network settings.
3. Confirm the reset, it will return Bluetooth to the default state.

Step-by-step: Connecting your phone via Bluetooth

Now, the connection itself. The instruction is universal for all Android smartphones (including Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO) The only difference is the menu item names.

For Android smartphones

Open the Settings. → Connected devices → Bluetooth (on) MIUI The way may be settings → Activate the slider and wait for a device named MI-TV-[letters/digits] or Xiaomi TV-[Click on it and confirm the pairing.

If the TV is not displayed:

• 🔄 Update the list (update button or swipe down).
• 📱 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on the module).
• 🔌 Check the power of TV - some models (Mi) TV 4A) "Bluetooth is hidden at low signal level HDMI-CEC.

For iPhone (iOS)

Go to Settings. → Bluetooth and wait for Xiaomi to arrive TV On the iPhone, you may need to confirm it through a pop-up window. If you don't have a connection, try it:

• 🔗 Forget the device (if you previously connected another TV).
• ⚙️ Reset network settings on iPhone (Settings) → Mainstream → Transfer or discharge).
• 📶 Disable Wi-Fi while pairing – sometimes iOS conflicts with simultaneously active wireless modules.

After successful connection, you will be able to:

• 🎵 Transmit audio from the phone to TV (music, podcasts).
• 🎮 Use your phone as a gamepad for TV games.
• 📷 View photos/video through apps like Google Photos or Mi Share.

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If the sound is lagging, try the Bluetooth settings on your TV to turn on Low Latency. TV Q2 This option is hidden in Settings → Sound. → Additionally. → Bluetooth audio.

Manual activation of Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV remote

If the TV is not visible in the list of Bluetooth devices, it is likely that the module is disabled in the settings, and without the remote, it can be turned on in two ways: through buttons on the case or a service menu.

Method 1: Buttons on the TV body

On most Xiaomi models (except Mi) TV ES Pro) there are physical buttons for navigation. Here's how to use them:

1. Press the Menu (or Settings) button on the case.
2. Volume buttons +/– Move the menu to the Settings item → Remote & Accessories → Add accessory.
3. Select Bluetooth and activate the slider.
4. Go back to the main menu and go to Network & Internet. → Bluetooth to make sure the module is on.

Method 2: Service menu (for experienced users)

If the buttons on the body do not work or they do not work (as on Mi). TV OLED), You can use the engineering menu. Attention: wrong actions here can reset the TV settings!

⚠️ Attention: Service menus are for professionals. Do not change settings unless you are sure of their purpose. This may result in the loss of warranty or inoperability of the TV.

Instructions for TVs on Android TV:

1. Turn on the TV and wait for the main screen to load.
2. Press sequentially (with intervals of 1 second): Menu → Volume Down → Menu → Volume Up.
3. The service menu will open. Go to the section. BT Settings.
4. Set the parameter. BT Enable to the value of On.
5. Save settings and restart the TV (Power button on the case).

On PatchWall models (e.g. Mi) TV 5X) The path may be different: Service Menu → Wireless → Bluetooth Configuration → Enable.

Compatibility table: which phones work with Xiaomi TV Bluetooth

Not all smartphones match up equally well with Xiaomi TVs, with the main problems arising from different Bluetooth versions or proprietary protocols (e.g., aptX on flagships).

If your phone or TV model is not listed in the table, check the compatibility version of Bluetooth:

• 📱 Bluetooth 4.0-4.2: basic sound transmission, possible lags.
• 📱 Bluetooth 5.0+: Dual audio support, low latency, better quality.

Solving problems: Bluetooth is not connected

Even with the right setup, the connection may not work, and here are the most common errors and their solutions:

Problem 1: TV not visible in the list of devices

Reasons and methods of correction:

• 🔋 Low TV charge: connect the TV to the outlet – at a charge level below 15%, Bluetooth shuts down.
• 📡 Interference from other devices: turn off nearby running routers, microwaves, wireless headphones.
• 🔄 Firmware failure: update the TV through USB (instruction).

Problem 2: Connection is broken or sound is interrupted

This is most often related to:

• 📶 Weak signal: Do not place your phone more than 5 meters from the TV.
• 🔊 Codec Conflict: Select Bluetooth TV Settings SBC ptX.
• 📱 Power saving phone: disable battery optimization for Bluetooth (on Xiaomi: Settings) → Battery → Performance mode).

Problem 3: The sound is delayed (lag)

To eliminate the lag:

• 🎵 In the TV sound settings, turn on Game Mode or Low Latency.
• 📱 On your phone in Bluetooth settings, turn off Absolute Volume (on Android 11)+).
• 🔌 Reboot both devices.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 10 (e.g. Mi) TV Q1) After the firmware update, the Bluetooth codec may reset priority. To return aptX, go to Settings → Sound. → Additionally. → Bluetooth Codec and Select It Manually.

Update the firmware of the TV without remote control

If Bluetooth is not working because of outdated software, you can upgrade your TV without a remote.

• 🖥️ Computer or laptop.
• 💾 USB-drive (flash drive) up to 8 GB, formatted in FAT32.
• 📡 Stable Internet connection for downloading firmware.

Instructions:

1. Download the latest firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website (section "Support" → TV → [Your model]. The file must have the.zip extension.
2. Unpack the archive and copy the update.zip file to the root directory of the flash drive (not to the folder!).
3. Put the flash drive in. USB-TV port (preferably in the USB 2.0 if there are multiple ports).
4. Click on the TV body combination Menu + Volume Up and Hold for 5 Seconds – Update Menu Opens.
5. Select Update via USB and confirm the installation.

It's going to take 5 to 10 minutes. Don't turn off the TV or remove the flash drive until you fully reboot it! After the upgrade, Bluetooth should be working normally.

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Update the firmware through USB — The only way to restore Bluetooth if the failure occurred due to a software conflict (for example, after a failed connection of headphones).

Alternative ways to connect without a remote

If Bluetooth never worked, there are other ways to connect your phone to Xiaomi. TV:

1. Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (Miracast)

It's a wireless standard for video and audio transmission, to activate it without the remote control.

1. On your phone, turn on Wi-Fi Direct or Wireless Display (on Xiaomi: Settings) → Connection and sharing → Wireless display).
2. On TV, tap Source on the case and select Screen Mirroring or Wi-Fi Display.
3. On your phone, select a TV from the list of available devices.

2. Use of the USB-cable (MHL/OTG)

For port TVs USB Type-A or HDMI (MHL):

• 📱 Connect your phone to TV via USB-OTG cable (Xiaomi needs a cable with support) USB 3.0).
• 📺 On TV, select the source. USB or MHL.
• 🔄 On the phone, allow data transfer (pop-up window).

External Bluetooth adapter 3

If the TV does not have Bluetooth built-in (for example, Mi). TV 3), an external adapter may be used:

• 🛒 Buy a Bluetooth transmitter with a connector USB or 3.5 mm jack (e.g. TP-Link) UB400 or Avantek).
• 🔌 Connect it to the TV and restart the device.
• 📱 Connect your phone to the adapter as if it were a normal Bluetooth speaker.

The cost of the adapter is from 500 to 1500 rubles. Pay attention to the support for aptX for better sound.

FAQ: Frequent questions