How to connect Xiaomi phone to a TV without wires: all working ways

Contents

• Introduction: Why You Need a Wireless Connection
• Requirements for TV and phone Xiaomi
• Method 1: Miracast (Screen Mirroring) is a universal method.
• Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) for streaming
• Method 3: DLNA – transfer of photos, videos and music
• Method 4: Xiaomi Share – proprietary technology
• Method 5: Third-party applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewer)
• Solving problems: lags, communication breaks, black screen
• FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

Wirelessly connecting a Xiaomi smartphone to a TV opens up a lot of possibilities, from watching movies on the big screen to showing presentations or streaming games. However, many users face problems — the connection is cut, the picture is slowed, the TV simply does not see the phone. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting (including hidden MIUI functions), find out what method is best for your TV model, and learn how to eliminate typical errors.

It’s important to understand that not all TVs support wireless broadcasting out of the box. If your TV is released before 2018, you’ll likely need additional hardware (like the Mi TV Stick or Google Chromecast). whereas modern Smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony or Xiaomi are usually equipped with everything you need.

Requirements for TV and phone Xiaomi

Before you try to connect devices, check their compatibility, and here are the minimum conditions for a successful connection:

• 📱 Smartphone: any Xiaomi, Redmi or any other model POCO on MIUI 10 and higher (some features may not work for older versions) Be sure to turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (for some methods).
• 📺 Television: Smart TV Support for at least one technology: Miracast, DLNA, Google Cast or AirPlay (for Apple) TV). If TV Released is prior to 2016, an external adapter (e.g. Mi) will be required. TV Stick 4K).
• 🌐 Network: both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (with the exception of Miracast, which operates on the principle of point-to-point.

Problems often arise from outdated software, such as Samsung’s J series TVs (2015-2017) may not run Google Cast unless the firmware is updated, and Xiaomi’s MIUI 12.5 and later smartphones support improved Miracast protocol with less latency.

⚠️ Note: If your TV doesn’t support Miracast, but there’s a port HDMI, Buy a Mi adapter. TV Stick or Chromecast is cheaper than buying a new TV. the cost of such devices starts from 2,500 rubles.

Method 1: Miracast (Screen Mirroring) is a universal method.

Miracast is a wireless screen standard that works without an internet connection (a direct link between the phone and TV is created), which is suitable for any Miracast-enabled TV, including Samsung (Q, U series), LG (webOS 3.0+) and Sony (Android TV).

How to turn Miracast on Xiaomi:

1. Open the settings on your phone.
2. Go to Connections and Sharing → Screen Transfer (on some firmwares, the path may differ: Additional → Wireless Display).
3. Turn on the option and wait until the phone finds the available devices.
4. Choose your TV from the list. PIN-code, enter it from the TV screen.

On your TV, pre-activate Screen Mirroring mode (the name may vary: Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast, Smart View). For example, on Samsung, this is done through Settings → General → External Devices → Screen Mirroring.

Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your phone|Update the TV to the latest version|Make sure both devices are within a 5-meter radius|Shut down. VPN on the phone (can block the connection)-->

⚠️ Note: On some televisions LG Miracast is hidden. To activate it, press the Input button on the remote and select Screen Share. If you don't have an option, update the TV firmware through Settings. → Support → Update of the PO.

Miracast on Xiaomi only supports A2DP audio, so audio delays of up to 0.5 seconds are possible when streaming video. Use external speakers connected to the TV to sync.

Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) for streaming

Google Cast is a technology that allows you to “send” content (video, music, photos) from your phone to your TV through apps that support this feature (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos), unlike Miracast, it does not broadcast the entire screen, but only content from a particular application.

To use Google Cast, your TV must support Android TV or be connected to a Chromecast.

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open an app that supports Cast (like YouTube).
3. Slip the broadcast icon (usually in the upper right corner) and select your TV.
4. The content will start playing on TV, and the phone can be used for control (pause, volume, etc.).

If you don’t have an Android TV, buy a Google Chromecast (from 3,000 rubles) or its analogue, Mi TV Stick (from 2,500 rubles), which connects to the HDMI port and adds support for Google Cast to any TV.

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If the video slows down when streaming via Google Cast, try lowering the quality in the app settings (for example, on YouTube, choose 720p instead of 1080p).

Method 3: DLNA – transfer of photos, videos and music

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a protocol for sharing media between devices on a local network, unlike Miracast or Google Cast, it does not broadcast a screen, but simply transfers files (photos, videos, music) to the TV for playback.

How to set up DLNA on Xiaomi:

1. On your phone, install a media server application, such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.
2. Turn on DLNA on your TV (usually in the Network → DLNA or Multimedia section).
3. In the application on the phone, select the files to transfer and specify the target device (your TV).

The advantage of DLNA is that it has a low load on the phone's processor, as the content is played directly on TV.

• ❌ Not all video formats are supported (e.g..mkv may not play).
• ❌ No screen broadcasts, only individual files.
• ❌ Possible delays when scrolling playlists.

Xiaomi has a proprietary solution, the Mi Home app, which can stream media files to Xiaomi TVs over DLNA, but it doesn’t work smoothly on firmware older than MIUI 12.

Method 4: Xiaomi Share – proprietary technology

Xiaomi Share (formerly Mi Share) is a proprietary technology from Xiaomi that allows you to quickly transfer files and broadcast the screen to devices of the same ecosystem.It only works between Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO gadgets and Xiaomi Mi TVs.

How to turn on Xiaomi Share:

1. On your phone, open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Xiaomi Share.
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Network → Xiaomi Share and activate the option.
3. Select a file on your phone to transfer or click Screen Translation.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Benefits of Xiaomi Share:

• 🚀 File transfer speeds up to 20MB/s (faster than Bluetooth).
• 🎮 Low latency when broadcasting screen (suitable for gaming).
• 🔒 Encrypted connection (more secure than DLNA).

But there are nuances:

• ⚠️ It only works on Xiaomi Mi TVs. TV 4/5 series and newer.
• ⚠️ Smartphones are required MIUI 12.5+.
• ⚠️ When broadcasting the screen, the sound may be turned off (solved by connecting external speakers).

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Xiaomi Share is the best choice for owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem, but it is useless if you have a TV of another brand.

Method 5: Third-party applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewer)

If the built-in methods don't work, you can use third-party apps to broadcast the screen.

• 🔹 ApowerMirror - supports Miracast and works over Wi-Fi. There is a function of controlling TV from the phone (like a remote control).
• 🔹 TeamViewer QuickSupport - allows you not only to broadcast the screen, but also remotely control the TV (if it is installed with TeamViewer Host software).
• 🔹 LocalCast is an alternative to Google Cast for Chromecast-free devices.

Instructions for ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (if there is no Google Play on TV, download.apk from the official website).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Run ApowerMirror on your TV and select Receiver mode.
4. On the phone in the same app, tap Mirror and select your TV.

The advantage of third-party applications is that they often support features that are not available in standard solutions, such as ApowerMirror, which allows you to:

• 🎮 Play mobile games on a large screen with control from the phone.
• 📝 Take screenshots of the broadcast screen.
• 🔊 Separate audio from video (useful for streamers).

⚠️ Note: Some apps (e.g. TeamViewer) require root rights to the TV to work properly. TV Getting root is almost impossible – it will lead to loss of warranty.

Solving problems: lags, communication breaks, black screen

Even with the right setup, there can be problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If nothing helps, try resetting your phone’s network settings:

Settings → System → Resetting → Resetting Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth

After reset, restart both devices and reconnect.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions