Connecting Xiaomi TV to your phone via Bluetooth: full instructions from A to Z

Introduction: Why you need a Bluetooth connection between TV Xiaomi and smartphone

Modern Xiaomi TVs are not just screens for viewing content, but full-fledged multimedia centers. TV 4S/5X, Redmi Smart TV And other things -- Bluetooth technology, which is a great way to integrate with mobile devices, and wirelessly pairing your phone to your TV, allows you to transmit audio directly to your speakers. TV, use your smartphone as a remote control, stream wireless music and even play mobile games on the big screen.

However, many users have difficulty connecting for the first time, and unlike traditional Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast, a Bluetooth connection requires fine tuning on both devices. In this article, we will discuss all the steps of the process, from compatibility checks to fixing common errors. TV A2 43", Mi TV Q1 55" and Redmi X50, The most popular in the Russian market in 2026.

It is important to understand that the functionality of Bluetooth on Xiaomi TVs depends on the firmware version. MIUI TV. For example, in old assemblies (until 2022) may not have a profile A2DP for sound transmission, and new support added LE Audio for multithreaded connection. We'll take all these nuances into account, so that the instruction is relevant for any model.

What are Xiaomi models? TV Bluetooth support

Not all Xiaomi TVs are equipped with Bluetooth module – this depends on the series and year of release. Below is a table of compatibility of the main lines, current for 2026:

If your model is not listed in the table, check for Bluetooth in the specifications on the official website or in the TV menu along the way. → On TV. → Note: Some budget models (e.g. Redmi) TV 32′′ 2021′′ may not have a built-in module, but support the connection of an external Bluetooth adapter through the port USB-A.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with Mi prefix TV ES (Like Mi. TV ES 2022 55′′ often come without Bluetooth as standard, requiring the purchase of a separate adapter compatible with the Bluetooth. MIUI TV.

Preparation of devices before pairing

Before you start connecting, you need to follow several mandatory steps on both devices, neglect of preparation is the main cause of failures in pairing.

On Xiaomi TV:

• 🔄 Update your firmware to the latest version: go to Settings → On TV. → System Update: For 2023 models, minimum required version — MIUI TV 5.0.22.
• 🔊 Activate Bluetooth: Settings → Devices and accessories → Bluetooth. If there is no point, then the module is missing.
• 📱 Make sure the TV is in visibility mode. On some models, this option is hidden in the Additional Bluetooth settings.
• 🔋 Check the charge level of the remote (if you use Xiaomi Mi Remote): discharged batteries can interrupt the pairing process.

On a smartphone (Android/iOS):

• 📲 For Android: Turn on Bluetooth in the notification curtain or through Settings → Connected devices. Make sure Android is at least 8.0 (for stable performance with the device) A2DP).
• 🍎 For iPhone: activate Bluetooth in Settings → Bluetooth on iOS 16.+ Local area network access permission may be required for some functions.
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone if you have previously had problems connecting to other devices.
• 🚫 Turn it off. VPN Power saving modes – they can block device detection.

Make sure TV And the phone's over 30 charged%|

Update the firmware on both devices |

Turn Bluetooth on in visibility mode|

Remove old attached devices (if any)|

Check the distance between the devices (no more than 5 meters)-->

Pay special attention to the distance between the devices. The optimal distance for the first pairing is 1-2 meters. Walls, metal objects and other sources of interference (for example, a working microwave) can interrupt the process. If the TV is in a niche or behind a glass door, temporarily move it into an open space.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting

Now, let's move directly to the pairing process. The instructions are universal for most Xiaomi models, but we'll show you the specifics for specific lines.

Step 1: Activate the pairing mode on the TV

1. Turn on the TV and go to the main menu by pressing the Home button on the remote.
2. Open Settings → Devices and accessories → Bluetooth.
3. Activate the Bluetooth slider (if it is gray, the module is missing).
4. Click Add Device or Device Search (the name of the button depends on the model).
5. The TV will go into detection mode, and the screen will show "Visible to all devices" or something similar.

Step 2: Search and Connect from a Smartphone

The actions on Android and iOS are slightly different:

For Android:

1. Open the Settings. → Connected devices → New device (or Add device).
2. In the list, find the name of your TV. It can be displayed as: MiTV-[model] (for example, the name of your TV is not available, MiTV-A2-43) Xiaomi TV [serial number: Redmi Smart TV

Click on the name of the TV. It's going to start the pairing process.

Confirm

OK

On the smartphone will be a notification of a successful connection.

For iPhone (iOS):

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Wait until your TV appears on the “Other Devices” list.
3. Touch the name TV. If the pairing request does not appear, go back to the TV and re-activate the search mode.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Customization of sound via Bluetooth

One of the great benefits of Bluetooth is that you can use your TV as a wireless speaker system, but by default, the sound from your smartphone might not be automatically transmitted. Let's look at how to set up the audio stream.

For Android:

1. Connect your smartphone to your TV (as described above).
2. When playing music or video, open the notification bar.
3. Tap the Media (or Replay) icon in quick settings.
4. In the upper right corner, click on the speaker icon and select your Xiaomi TV from the list.

For the iPhone:

On iOS, the audio is automatically transmitted when you first connect, and if the sound is going through the phone's speakers,

1. Open the Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner).
2. Press and hold the playback control panel.
3. Tap the AirPlay icon and select your TV.

Important: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older MIUI TV 4.0 may not support aptX codecs or LDAC. In this case, the sound will be transmitted in a format. SBC To check the codec you are using, install the Bluetooth Codec Checker app on Android.

⚠️ Note: When transmitting audio over Bluetooth on Redmi Smart TVs TV X 2020-2021 may see a delay of up to 200 ms. This is due to hardware limitations of the Realtek chip RTL8723DS. The solution is to use a wired connection through AUX or HDMI ARC.

Using the phone as a remote control

Once paired, the smartphone can be used to control the TV, which is convenient if the original remote is lost or you need advanced functionality (for example, voice input).

Method 1: Application Mi Remote

The official Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS) supports Xiaomi TVs over Bluetooth and IR port.

1. Install and open the application.
2. Select Add Device → Television → Xiaomi
3. Follow the instructions on the screen for pairing.
4. After the connection, a virtual remote with control buttons will appear.

Method 2: Voice control

On models with Google Assistant (e.g. Mi) TV Q1) You can use voice commands:

1. Activate Google Assistant on your smartphone (should be the same account as your smartphone account) TV).
2. Say, OK Google, turn on Mi. TV in the kitchen" (the name of the TV can be changed in the settings of the device in Google Home).
3. For content management: "Pass on pause", "Lip up the volume".

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If the virtual remote in Mi Remote is running late, try switching from Bluetooth to IR control. To do this, select Connection Type: Infrared Port (you need to point your smartphone to the TV’s IR receiver).

Troubleshooting when connecting

Even if you follow the instructions accurately, you can get errors, and let's look at the typical problems and the ways to solve them.

Problem 1: The TV is not available.

• 🔄 Reboot the Bluetooth module on your TV: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth → Turn off/Enable.
• 📱 On your smartphone, remove all saved devices and search again.
• 🔌 Check if there is another Bluetooth remote or speaker connected to the TV – some Xiaomi models only support one active connection.

Problem 2: The sound is interrupted or interrupted.

• 📶 Reduce the distance between devices to 1-2 meters.
• 🔊 In Bluetooth settings on your TV, select Sound Quality Priority (if available).
• 📵 Disable other wireless devices (earphones, fitness bracelets) that may interfere.

Problem 3: The TV is connected but not sound

• 🔧 On your smartphone in Bluetooth settings, click on the TV name and select Use for Media Audio.
• 🔄 Reconnect devices: first turn off, then pair again.
• 📲 Update the TV firmware – in older versions, the profile could be disabled A2DP.

Additional Bluetooth connectivity capabilities

In addition to audio and control, Bluetooth on Xiaomi TVs offers access to a number of hidden features.

1. Low latency game mode

On the Mi models TV Q1/Q2 Xiaomi TV A Pro can be activated Game Mode to reduce lag when playing from your phone:

1. Connect the gamepad to the smartphone via Bluetooth.
2. Start the game and translate the sound to the TV.
3. On the TV remote, press the Game button (or activate the mode in Settings). → Picture → Image modes).

Delay input will be reduced from 100-150 ms to 30-50 ms.

Screen Duplication (Screen Mirroring)

Some models (e.g. Mi) TV 5X) Supports Bluetooth image transmission paired with Wi-Fi Direct:

1. Activate Wi-Fi Direct on your TV: Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi Direct.
2. On your smartphone, turn on Screen Translation (on Android) or Screen Mirroring (on iOS).
3. Select your TV from the list. The sound will be transmitted over Bluetooth and the image will be transmitted over Wi-Fi.

3. Connecting multiple devices (Dual Audio)

On TVs with MIUI TV 5.0+ You can connect two sound sources at the same time (for example, a phone and wireless headphones):

1. Connect the first device (smartphone) as described above.
2. Turn the second device (earphones) into pairing mode.
3. On the TV, select Add a second device in Bluetooth settings.

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For Dual Audio to work, both devices must support Bluetooth 5.0.+. On Xiaomi models until 2022, this feature can work with errors.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi TV to your phone