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

Connecting a smartphone to a Xiaomi TV opens up a lot of possibilities, from watching photos on a large screen to streaming high-resolution videos. However, not everyone knows that modern TVs of this brand support several ways of connecting at once, from wireless protocols to wired adapters. The main obstacle for beginners is the variety of interfaces and settings that can be confusing.

In this article, we will analyze all current connection methods (including hidden Mi TV features), compare them in speed, stability and hardware requirements, and pay special attention to common errors – for example, why the phone does not see the TV through Miracast or how to fix the sound delay when broadcasting over DLNA. If you use Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1 or Redmi Smart TV models, the instructions will be suitable for their specifics.

Before you get to setup, check two key things: the TV firmware version (current – no lower than MIUI TV 3.0) and protocol compatibility on your smartphone. For example, older Android 8 phones may not support Wi-Fi Direct for Screen Mirroring.

1. Wi-Fi connection (Screen Mirroring / Miracast)

The most versatile way is to wirelessly stream the screen via the Miracast protocol built into Xiaomi TVs and modern smartphones, the advantages of which are no wires, sound support and minimal delays (with a stable signal). However, there are nuances: the screen resolution can automatically decrease to 720p, and some phone models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, POCO X3) require you to turn on the function manually.

To activate Screen Mirroring:

• 📺 On the Xiaomi remote TV Press the Home button, then go to Settings. → Connection and sharing → Wireless screen broadcasting.
• 📱 On the phone (Android) 10+) Open the settings. → Connected devices → Screen broadcast (on Xiaomi/Redmi The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → Broadcasting).
• 🔍 In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (for example, MiTV-ABCD1234). Confirm the connection on both devices.

If your phone doesn’t find the TV, check:

• 🔄 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct for a direct connection).
• 🔧 Miracast mode is enabled on the TV (in some firmware it is hidden in Advanced Settings). → Wireless networks).
• 📱 Power saving modes are disabled on the phone (they can block background data transfer).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older 2021 Miracast may not be available for Apple devices (iPhone/iPad). In this case, use AirPlay through third-party apps, such as ApowerMirror.

2. Wired connection via HDMI (for maximum quality)

If you need to broadcast content in permission 4K@60Hz Play mobile games without delay, HDMI-Connection is the best choice. Xiaomi TVs are equipped with ports HDMI 2.0/2.1, But you will need an adapter to connect the phone (for example, USB-C to HDMI For modern smartphones or micro-USB to HDMI old-model).

Instructions for connection:

1. Buy an adapter that is compatible with your phone. For the Xiaomi 12/13 series, Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI Multiport Adapter (MDZ-31-DB) is suitable.
2. Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable HDMI 1 HDMI 2 (ARC) TV-wise.
3. On the Xiaomi TV remote, select the appropriate source of the signal (Source or Input button).
4. The phone may need to be on mode. HDMI-output in screen settings (on MIUI Way 14: Settings → Display. → Regime. HDMI).

Critical detail: Adapters without a DisplayPort Alt Mode chip will not be able to transmit images in resolution above 1080p. Check the specs before buying!

Make sure the adapter supports DisplayPort Alt Mode|

Check compatibility with your phone model |

Note the HDMI version (2.0 for 4K@60Hz) |

Check out the feedback on the stability of work with MIUI

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3. USB connection (for files and media)

If you just need to transfer photos, videos or music to the TV, USB-Connection is the easiest way. Xiaomi TVs support formats FAT32, exFAT and NTFS, But there are limitations:

• 🎬 Video: MP4, MKV, MOV (max. 4K@30FPS).
• 📷 Photo Photo: JPEG, PNG, HEIF (model MIUI TV 4.0+).
• 🎵 Audio: MP3, FLAC, AAC.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your phone to your TV via a USB-A → USB-C cable (or USB-A → Micro-USB for older models). Use the USB 3.0 port on your TV for faster speeds.
2. On the TV screen, select the USB source (Source button on the remote).
3. On your phone, select File Transfer (or MTP) mode in the connection notification.
4. Use the built-in Xiaomi TV file manager to navigate through your phone folders.

⚠️ Attention: On Android 11 phones+ and MIUI 12.5+ You may need to unblock the debugging USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (7 times click on the version, then turn on the Developer Settings. Without this, the TV will not see the files.

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If the TV doesn’t recognize the phone USB, try to use OTG-External powered cables. Some Xiaomi models TV They don’t supply enough current to the port. USB steady-work.

4. Broadcasting via DLNA/UPnP (for media server)

Protocol DLNA It allows you to stream media from your phone to your TV without a direct connection using your home network.This method is convenient for watching movies or listening to music, but does not support screen broadcasting (only individual files). DLNA-server, but the phone may require a third-party application, such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.

How to set up:

• 📺 On TV: Settings → Network settings → DLNA (turn on the option).
• 📱 On your phone: install the LocalCast app, open a gallery or video player, click Broadcast and select your Xiaomi TV.
• 🔄 Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz).

Advantages of DLNA:

• ✅ No wire binding.
• ✅ Support for playlists and folders.
• ✅ Low energy consumption (compared to Miracast).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Delay in reproduction (buffering).
• ❌ Not all formats are supported (e.g, AVI or WMV may not reproduce).

5. Use of streaming apps (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch)

If your goal is to stream content from apps (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch), the easiest way to use the built-in features of these services is to use the built-in features. Most modern apps on your phone have a Cast button (📡), This allows you to stream video directly to your TV via Google Cast (similar to Chromecast).

Instructions:

1. Make sure that the TV has Google Play Services installed (available from the App Store on MIUI TV).
2. Open the app (like YouTube) on your phone and click the broadcast icon (📡) top-right.
3. Select your Xiaomi TV from the list of devices.
4. Enjoy watching on the big screen! Playback controls stay on the phone.

Compatible annexes:

• 🎥 YouTube (full support for Google Cast).
• 🍿 Netflix (requires a subscription account).
• 🎮 Twitch (streaming).
• 🎵 Spotify (audio only).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older MIUI TV 2.0 may not support Google Cast. In this case, update the software through Settings → Updating the system.

6. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, users are faced with common errors, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods work, reset the network settings on the TV:

Settings → System → Resetting settings → Resetting network parameters

Last chance: Update your TV and smartphone firmware to the latest version. On Xiaomi TV 2020-2023, releases fix Miracast and DLNA bugs.

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Before resetting your TV settings, write down your Mi Account details – they will be required to re-authenticate in Xiaomi services.

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