How to connect Xiaomi phone to Sony TV: all ways + error solving

Contents

• Why sync Xiaomi and Sony? TV
• Wireless methods: Miracast, Google Cast and Wi-Fi Direct
• Connection through HDMI: Adapters and cables for Xiaomi
• USB-connection: file transfer and MHL-technology
• Sony TV settings to work properly
• Typical errors and their elimination (no sound, lag, communication break)
• Features for specific models Xiaomi and Sony
• FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

Synchronization of the smartphone Xiaomi with the TV Sony Bravia opens up a lot of opportunities: from viewing photos on the big screen to streaming games with minimal latency. However, many users face compatibility issues, especially when it comes to combining Android devices with Google’s proprietary system. TV Android TV In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting (including hidden features). MIUI), We also provide a checklist for troubleshooting.

It is important to understand that the method of connection depends on the phone model (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro supports Wi-Fi). 6E, And the budget Redmi Notes are not, and the year of the TV. Sony was making a lot of it until 2019. TV Without the Chromecast built in, which narrows the wireless options, we took those nuances into account and put together instructions for different scenarios.

Wireless methods: Miracast, Google Cast and Wi-Fi Direct

The most popular way is wireless, but there are pitfalls. Sony uses two technologies: Google Cast (for Android models). TV) And Miracast (for old Bravia) and we'll look at both.

1. Google Cast (for Sony with Android) TV 8.0+)

If your TV is supported by Google TV Android TV (Check the About section in the settings, use the built-in Chromecast:

1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network (required! otherwise the Cast won't work).
2. On Xiaomi, open Settings → Connection and sharing → Transfer.
3. Select Broadcast (or Wireless display in global firmware).
4. Your Sony Bravia will appear in the list of devices – tap on it.

Important: On some Xiaomi models (for example, POCO F5) The option is hidden. To activate it, go to Settings. → Special facilities → Miracast and turn on the slider.

2. Miracast (for Sony without Android) TV)

For Sony TVs 2015-2018 release (series) W800C, X850D etc.) will be required:

• 📱 On the phone: Settings → Screen. → Wireless display (in MIUI 14 ways are different).
• 📺 On TV: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct → turn on the device.
• 🔄 Wait 10-20 seconds for the phone to find it. TV. If the connection is not established, restart both devices.

Check the Android version on your TV (should be 5.0)+)

Turn it off. VPN on the phone (interfering with device detection)

Make sure you're on TV The Guest mode is enabled in Wi-Fi Direct

Update Xiaomi firmware to the latest version (via Settings) → The phone)

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Critical detail: Sony Miracast-enabled TVs often require manual input PIN-code that is displayed on the screen TV. If the code does not appear, check the security settings in the Network section. → Remote management.

3. Alternative: Streaming apps

If the built-in methods do not work, use third-party utilities:

• 🎮 ApowerMirror – for duplicate screen with a delay <50 MS (ideal for games).
• 📺 LocalCast – streaming video / photo without compression (supports) 4K HDR).
• 🔊 SoundWire – if you only need to transmit sound (for example, music).

⚠️ Note: When using third-party apps, turn off battery optimization for them in Xiaomi settings (Settings) → Annexes → Permits → Auto-start. Otherwise, the connection will break every 5-10 minutes.

Connection through HDMI: Adapters and cables for Xiaomi

Minimal latency (important for games or videos) 4K@60fps) It's better to use a wired connection. But there's some nuances:

• Xiaomi (since Mi 10) doesn’t have a port HDMI — You'll need an adapter.
• Sony TVs are supported by the HDMI-CEC, This allows you to control your phone from the remote TV.

1. Selection of adapter

To check DisplayPort support on your Xiaomi, enter the following command in the engineering menu:

adb shell dumpsys display

Look for the HDRSupport string=1 – If you have one, your phone supports you. 4K HDR through HDMI.

Step-by-step instruction

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable HDMI 1/ARC on the TV (this port supports the CEC).
2. On the TV, select the signal source: on the remote, press Input → HDMI.
3. Xiaomi will be asked for permission to transfer the image – confirm.
4. If the screen is not duplicated, go to Settings → Screen → HDMI Mode and choose Duplicate or Expand.

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If the image on the TV is cropped around the edges, zoom in on Sony's menu: Settings → Display. → Screen size → Full pixel.

⚠️ Note: When connected via a passive adapter (without DisplayPort support), there may be no sound. Solution: use a separate Bluetooth adapter to transmit audio or buy an active adapter with a Realtek chip RTD2173.

USB-connection: file transfer and MHL-technology

USB-The connection is suitable for watching photos/video or charging your phone while broadcasting, but not all Sony TVs support the connection. MHL (video-transmission USB).

1. Verification of compatibility

MHL It only works with 2012-2016 Sony Bravia TVs (series) HX, WX, EX). New models USB-The port is only for media files or software updates.

To find out if yours is supported TV MHL:

• Look at the ports at the back: look for a logo MHL near USB.
• Or check the instructions section Technical specifications → Support MHL.

2. Connection by MHL

You'll need:

• 🔌 Cable Micro-USB/MHL → HDMI (for the older Xiaomis, or USB-C/MHL → HDMI (new).
• 🔋 power supply (MHL requires additional food through USB-host).

Connect the cable to the phone and TV, Then select the source on the TV. USB (MHL). If the screen is black, check it out:

• Is the power cable connected to USB-television-port.
• Is the regime on? MHL in the settings of Xiaomi (Settings) → Additionally. → Regime. MHL).

3. File transfer (without any MHL)

If MHL It is not supported, you can:

1. Connect the phone to USB-port of the TV as a drive (Settings) → Memory. → USB-accumulator).
2. Use the Sony Media Player file manager to view photos/video.

Limitations: Sony supports formats MP4, MKV, JPEG, But there may be problems with HEVC (H.265) old-model.

Sony TV settings to work properly

Even if the connection is established, there may be problems with resolution, sound or control, and let's look at the key settings.

1. Image optimization

On Sony TVs with Android TV:

1. Go to Settings → Display and Sound → Screen Resolution.
2. Choose the car or manually install it. 1080p/4K (depending on the capabilities of the phone).
3. Enable Game Mode (Settings) → Display and sound → Image modes) to reduce latency to 10-15 ms.

2. Sound tuning

If the sound is only coming through the phone:

• On Xiaomi: Settings → Sound. → Sound output → HDMI.
• On Sony: Settings → Sound. → Audio output → External dynamics (HDMI ARC).
• If you use Bluetooth headphones, turn them off in the Settings menu. → Bluetooth.

3. remote control

To control the phone from the Sony remote:

1. Activate. HDMI-CEC on TV: Settings → External devices → BRAVIA Sync → On..
2. On Xiaomi, turn it on. HDMI-CEC in connection settings (path depends on firmware).
3. Reboot both devices.

Now the Volume and Navigation buttons on the remote will work with the phone.

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For stable operation of wireless technologies (Miracast, Chromecast) turn off the energy-saving mode on the TV: Settings → Eko → Energy conservation → Off..

Typical errors and their elimination

Let's look at the top.-5 Problems with connecting Xiaomi to Sony and how to solve them.

1.The TV doesn't see the phone

Causes and solutions:

• 📶 Different Wi-Fi networks: Connect both devices to the same network (even if you use them) HDMI).
• 🔄 Outdated firmware: Update TV through settings → Support → Update of the PO.
• 📵 Lockdown MIUI: B Settings → Annexes → Permits → Auto-Run: Add Miracast and Google Cast to exceptions.

Lags and delays in broadcasting

Optimize the connection:

• 📶 Switch to 5 GHz Wi-Fi range (less interference).
• 🎮 Turn on the game mode on the TV (Settings) → Display. → Image modes).
• 📱 Close the background apps on Xiaomi (especially instant messengers and streaming services).

3. No sound through HDMI

Check it out.

• 🔊 On the phone: Settings → Sound. → Sound output → HDMI.
• 🔊 On TV: Settings → Sound. → Audio output → HDMI.
• 🔌 Do you use an active adapter (passive adapters do not transmit sound).

4. Black screen when connected

Possible causes:

• 🔋 Inadequate food (for food) MHL plug the charger into USB-port TV).
• 📺 Incorrect signal source (on the remote, press Input and select the correct one) HDMI-port).
• 📱 Image output disabled on Xiaomi: Settings → Screen. → Regime. HDMI → On..

5. Interruption of connection

If the broadcast is interrupted every 5-10 minutes:

• ⚡ Turn off Adaptive Brightness and Energy Saving on your phone.
• 🔄 In the Wi-Fi settings of the TV, turn off Automatic Channel Switching.
• 📱 Add the broadcast app to Battery Optimization Exceptions.

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If the image on the TV flashes, try to reduce the broadcast resolution to 720p in Miracast or Chromecast settings.

Features for specific models Xiaomi and Sony

Some combinations of devices require customization, and we collected data from popular models.

1. Xiaomi 13/13 Pro + Sony X90J/X95J

These flagships support Wi-Fi 6E DisplayPort 1.4, but there may be problems with the HDR:

• Turn on Dynamic Thin. HDR on the TV (Settings) → Display. → HDR).
• On the phone, activate Movie Mode in Screen Settings.

2. Redmi Note 12 + Sony KD-55X80J

Redmi's budget does not support 4K@60Hz through HDMI, but you can make the most of it:

• Use the adapter with the Realtek chip RTD2173 stable 1080p@60Hz.
• Turn it off. MIUI Optimization in the Engineering Menu (Team #4636## → Shut down. MIUI Optimization).

3. POCO F5 + Sony A80J (OLED)

For OLED-It is important to avoid pixel burnout:

• Turn on the screensaver on the TV (Settings) → Eko → Screenshot).
• Use Movie Mode instead of Game Mode for uniform lighting.

4. Xiaomi Mi 11 + Sony Z9F (Master Series)

For premium models, Dolby Vision transmission is available:

• Update your TV firmware to the latest version (minimum Android required) TV 10).
• On your phone, turn on Dolby Vision in Settings → Screen. → Colour modes.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions