Connecting your phone to a Xiaomi TV over Bluetooth: Full Instruction with Advice on Setup

Why Connect Your Phone to Xiaomi TV via Bluetooth

Wirelessly streaming audio from your phone to your Xiaomi TV via Bluetooth is a convenient way to turn a large screen into a powerful audio system. You can listen to music from Spotify, YouTube or local files with quality that the smartphone’s built-in speakers can’t provide, especially for owners of the Mi TV 5 Pro or Redmi Smart TV X with support for AptX, a codec that improves the sound over Bluetooth.

But it's not that simple: many users have trouble trying to connect, and you'll see the TV doesn't see the phone, the sound gets interrupted, the connection gets broken all the time. In this article, we'll look at all the steps of connecting, from checking device compatibility to solving common bugs, and you'll also learn which Xiaomi models support Bluetooth connectivity with smartphones, and how to get around the restrictions if your TV doesn't have a module.

Spoiler: Even if your TV doesn’t have Bluetooth built-in (like some budget Mi TV 4A models), there’s a way out – this is in the section on alternative ways.

What Xiaomi TVs support Bluetooth connectivity

Not all Xiaomi models are equipped with a Bluetooth module, so check the specifications of your device before setting up.

• 📺 Mi TV 5/5 Pro/5X — Full Bluetooth support 5.0 with AptX codecs and AAC.
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X (2022 and later) – Bluetooth 4.2, compatible with most smartphones.
• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2 (75" and 86") — Bluetooth 5.2 with improved connection stability.
• 📺 Mi TV P1 (2021+) — Bluetooth 5.0, but may require firmware updates to work properly.

Budget models like the Mi TV 4A (2018-2019) or Mi TV 4S often lack a Bluetooth module, so to know if your TV supports technology, do one of the following:

1. Check the sticker on the back – there may be a Bluetooth logo.
2. Go to Settings → About TV → Specifications and find the line “Bluetooth”.
3. Use the official Xiaomi website by entering the TV model in the search bar.

Important! Even if your TV supports Bluetooth, some features may be limited, such as the Mi TV Stick, which allows you to connect only keyboards and mice, but not audio devices.

Preparing the phone and TV for the connection

Before you connect, make sure both devices are ready to sync.

1. Turn on Xiaomi TV and go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
2. Activate the Bluetooth slider (if it’s gray, your TV doesn’t support the technology).
3. Select "Add device" or "Search for devices".

Now set up your smartphone (the instruction is universal for MIUI 12/13/14, but it is also suitable for other Android devices):

1. Open Settings → Connected devices → Connection settings → Bluetooth.
2. Turn on Bluetooth and wait for the phone to start scanning.
3. Make sure that the “Visibility for all” mode is active (in some firmware you need to click “More → Visibility”).

The TV is on and is in Bluetooth search mode

Power saving mode is turned off on the phone (can block the connection)

Distance between devices not more than 5 meters

The latest version of the firmware is installed on the TV.-->

Tip: If your phone doesn't detect the TV, try rebooting both devices. Sometimes resetting network settings to the TV helps (Settings → System → Reset → Network Reset).

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

Now, to the process of connection, follow the instructions carefully, the order of action is important.

1. Activate the pairing mode on your TV: On the Xiaomi remote, press the Settings button. Go to Devices → Bluetooth. Select "Add device." The TV will start searching for available gadgets.
2. Search for TV from your phone: On your smartphone, open Settings → Bluetooth. In the list of available devices, find the name of your TV (for example, MiTV-5PRO-1234).
3. Confirmation of connection: A confirmation request will appear on the TV screen. Click "Connect" or "Pair" if required. PIN-Enter the standard code for Xiaomi: 0000 or 1234. Wait for the message "Connected" on both devices.

Critical detail: If the TV is not displayed on the available device list on the phone, check if the TV is in "Audio Device Only" mode (Settings → Bluetooth → Additional).

Once you've successfully connected, you can transmit audio from your phone to your TV.

1. Enable music or video playback on your smartphone.
2. Open the notification panel and tap the "Sound" icon.
3. In the list of devices, select your Xiaomi TV.

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Even with the right connection, users often face difficulties, and let's take a look at the most common ones:

Attention. ⚠️ If you only have audio on your phone after you're connected, check your audio output settings on your smartphone. On some Xiaomi models (like the Redmi Note 11), you need to manually select the playback device in the notification panel.

Another common mistake is lip sync, to fix it:

1. On the TV, go to Settings → Sound → Additional → Audio Delay.
2. Set the value from 100 ms to 200 ms (select experimentally).
3. If you don’t have an option, try using apps like SoundAssistant on your phone to manually adjust the delay.

Alternative ways to connect if Bluetooth is not working

What if your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support Bluetooth or the connection is constantly broken?

• 🔌 Bluetooth adapter for TV: Connects to port. USB It's 3.5mm and it adds Bluetooth support: 1Mii B06 Plus or Avantree Oasis Plus.
• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct/Miracast: It allows you to broadcast your phone screen to TV without wires. → Screen. → Wireless display.
• 🎧 3.5mm audio cable: Connect your phone to your TV AUX-cable (if you have a TV connector) The sound quality will be better than Bluetooth.
• 🖥️ HDMI- Adapter: For smartphones with support USB-C/HDMI (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro. Allows both sound and video to be transmitted.

Attention. ⚠️ When using a USB-Bluetooth adapter, make sure it is compatible with Android TV (Not all adapters work with this platform. Before buying, check the reviews of a particular model on forums like 4PDA.

If you have chosen Wi-Fi Direct, please note that:

• The sound can be transmitted with a delay (especially noticeable in games or videos).
• Some apps (such as Netflix) block Miracast broadcasts due to DRM.
• For stable operation, both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

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If you use a Bluetooth adapter, connect it to the USB-port on the back of the TV – so the signal will be more stable than when connected in front.

Optimizing sound when connected via Bluetooth

To make the sound through Bluetooth as high as possible, adjust the following parameters:

• 🎛️ Codec Choice: On your phone in Bluetooth settings (near the TV name), select AptX or AAC instead SBC.
• 🔊 Equator: In the TV sound settings (Settings) → Sound. → Equalizer) select Preset "Music" or "Cinema".
• 📱 Phone settings: In MIUI Open the settings. → Sound. → Audio quality and set "High".

For music lovers, it is helpful to know that:

• The Mi TV 5 Pro supports AptX HD, which transmits sound in a close-to-CD quality (24 bits/48 kHz).
• Redmi Smart TV X can turn on the bass boost mode by default – turn it off if the sound is too loud.
• When listening through Spotify or Tidal, select “High Stream Quality” in the app settings.

If you connect your phone to your TV to watch movies, note that Bluetooth audio delay can be as high as 100-300 ms.

• Built-in delay adjustment in the player (for example, in VLC or MX Player).
• Settings of the TV (Settings → Sound → Audio Delay).

Security and privacy when connecting to Bluetooth

Bluetooth connectivity is not only a convenience, it's also a potential risk.

• 🔒 Device visibility: Once connected, turn off the “Visibility for All” mode on your phone to avoid unauthorized connections.
• 📱 List of Associated Devices: Periodically check and remove unknown gadgets in Settings → Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Firmware updates: Outdated software may contain vulnerabilities. Update your phone and TV regularly.

Attention. ⚠️ Do not connect your phone to public Bluetooth devices (such as cafes or airports) and attackers can use such hotspots to steal data or install malware.

If you are transmitting sensitive information (such as voice messages), it is best to use a wired connection or proven Wi-Fi networks. Bluetooth connection can be intercepted using specialized equipment (such as Ubertooth One), although this requires a high level of skill of the attacker.

For additional protection:

• Use a VPN on your phone when transferring data over Bluetooth in public places.
• Turn off Bluetooth when you don’t need it, and it will reduce the risk of BlueBorne attacks.
• Install an antivirus on your phone (such as Xiaomi Security or Kaspersky) that monitors Bluetooth connections.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions