Connecting Honor phone to Xiaomi TV over Bluetooth: full instruction with nuances

Connecting Honor to a Xiaomi TV via Bluetooth opens up possibilities for wireless audio transmission, media management, and even remote phone use. However, many users face compatibility issues or unstable connectivity — especially when it comes to models with different versions of Bluetooth (e.g. 5.0 on the phone and 4.2 on TV). In this article, we will examine all the stages of connection, from compatibility check to fine-tuning the sound, and consider alternative ways of communication if Bluetooth refuses to work.

It’s important to understand that Xiaomi and Honor (especially after splitting from Huawei) use different Bluetooth connection optimization protocols, such as the Mi TV series Q2 or P1 can automatically switch to a more stable A2DP for audio stream, while Honor 70/90/100 smartphones try to use LE Audio (if supported), these nuances often cause communication interruptions or no sound. Next, a step-by-step solution with all the pitfalls.

1. Checking the compatibility of devices over Bluetooth

Before trying to connect devices, make sure they support common protocols. Most modern Xiaomi TVs (released after 2019) are equipped with Bluetooth 4.2 or later, and Honor smartphones are Bluetooth 5.0+. However, even with version compatibility, problems can arise due to:

• 🔹 Audio codecs: TV may not support aptX or LDAC, That uses the phone to transmit high-quality sound.
• 🔹 Bluetooth Profiles: A Profile is required to transmit sound A2DP, a — AVRCP.
• 🔹 Manufacturer restrictions: Some Mi models TV block connection to devices with uncertified profiles (for example, to phones with custom firmware).

To check the Bluetooth version on Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → About TV → System Information. On Honor, the path is: Settings → About Phone → Model Information → Bluetooth Version. If the TV version is lower than 4.0, Bluetooth connection is not possible, you will have to use alternative methods (we will discuss them below).

2. Step-by-step connection instruction

If your devices are compatible, follow this instruction, and it is important that you disconnect all other Bluetooth devices from your TV and phone before you start to avoid conflict.

1. Activate Bluetooth on your TV: Go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth (some models may have different paths: Settings → Connections → Bluetooth). Turn on the slider and select Add device.
2. Prepare your Honor smartphone: Open Settings → Bluetooth, turn on the module and wait until the phone starts scanning. Make sure Visibility for All is activated (usually activated automatically when searching for devices).
3. Device pairing: Your Honor name should appear on the TV in the list of available devices (for example, your Honor name should appear on the TV, HONOR 90 or HONOR Magic5). Select it and confirm pairing on both devices. PIN-Use the standard 0000 or 1234 code.

Critical detail: if the TV can't see the phone, try rebooting the Bluetooth module on your smartphone. To do this, turn off Bluetooth, then go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three dots (menu) → Show system-based → Bluetooth and press Stop. Once the module is re-energized, the connection attempt is usually successful.

3. Sound adjustment and delay elimination

Once successfully paired, the sound from the phone must be automatically transmitted to the TV, but users often face two problems:

1. No sound – check if the TV is selected as the output device in the phone settings (Settings → Sound → Output device).
2. Sound lag is a common problem with Bluetooth, especially when watching videos, and it's solved by choosing the best codec.

To reduce the delay:

1. On Honor, go to Bluetooth Settings → Settings (cog next to the TV connected) → Audio codec.
2. Choose SBC (most versatile but mediocre) or AAC (best balance of quality and latency). Avoid aptX or LDAC - they give better sound but increase lag.
3. On Xiaomi TV, turn off sound processing: Settings → Sound → Additional → Sound Processing → Off..

⚠️ Note: If the sound is interrupted every 5-10 seconds after you connect, the problem may be saving power on your phone. add Bluetooth to the exception list: Settings → Battery → Additionally. → Optimizing the battery → Find "Bluetooth" → Turn off optimization.

4. Alternative ways to connect if Bluetooth is not working

If pairing via Bluetooth is not possible (for example, due to an outdated version on TV), consider these options:

• 📱 Screen Mirroring (Miracast): Wireless screen transmission over Wi-Fi. On TV: Settings → Connections → Screen Mirroring. On the phone: Settings → Connections → Screen transfer. Minus - delay of 1-2 seconds.
• 🔌 HDMI-adapter (Type-C/USB-C): For modern Honor with port USB-C adapter USB-C → HDMI. Pros: No delay, supports 4K@60Hz. Cons: wired connection.
• 🎧 Audio cable 3.5 mm: If there is a TV connector AUX, You can connect the phone through the adapter USB-C → 3.5 mm The sound quality will be maximum, but mobility will be lost.

For Screen Mirroring, both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. If the TV can't see the phone, check:

• Whether the VPN or proxy on the phone is disabled.
• Does the firewall block multicast traffic on the router (required for Miracast)?
• Are the Wi-Fi drivers on your TV updated (Settings → About TV → Software Update)

5. Solving common mistakes

Even with the right connection, you can have failures, and here are the typical errors and their solutions.

If the phone is connected but the sound is distorted, try:

1. Reduce the volume on the phone to 70% (overload can cause wheezing).
2. Turn off the equalizer on the TV (Settings → Sound → Equalizer → Off).
3. Switch the codec to SBC (see Section 3).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall (e.g. Mi) TV Q1E) After connecting to Bluetooth, the Mi Music application can automatically start. To avoid this, turn off auto-start in Settings. → Annexes → Auto-start → Mi Music.

6. Optimization for specific use cases

Depending on what you connect your phone to your TV, the settings may vary:

• 🎮 Games: Use SBC Disable all background apps on your phone.
• 🎬 Movies: Select AAC Activate Mode Mode Mode in TV Sound Settings.
• 🎵 Music: If the TV supports aptX, use it. On your phone, turn on High Sound Quality in Bluetooth settings.
• 📱 TV control: To use your phone as a remote, connect via Mi Remote (requires Wi-Fi).

For gamers, if you play through cloud services (e.g. Xbox Cloud Gaming), combine Bluetooth for sound with Screen Mirroring for video, which will reduce latency compared to full screen transfer.

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If you frequently connect your phone to your TV, give it a permanent name in your Bluetooth settings (e.g., a phone with a phone that is connected to your TV, "MiTV_Salon"). This will make it easier to find a device in the future and reduce the risk of connecting to other people’s gadgets.

7. Comparison with Wi-Fi connectivity (DLNA, Google Cast)

Bluetooth is easy to use for sound, but it's better to use Wi-Fi-based protocols to transmit video.

To watch movies or stream photos to the big screen, it is better to use Google Cast (if TV supports) or DLNA. For example, the Gallery app on Honor has a built-in Cast feature (screen icon in the upper right corner).

To turn on Google Cast on Xiaomi TV:

1. Make sure that your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, turn on Settings → Connections → Google Cast.
3. On the phone in the app (like YouTube or Google Photos), click the broadcast icon and select your TV.

FAQ: Frequent questions

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For a stable Bluetooth connection between Honor and Xiaomi TV, it is critical to use the SBC or AAC codec, disable the power savings for Bluetooth on the phone, and minimize interference from other wireless devices.