How to connect Android phone to Xiaomi TV: all ways + problem solving

Introduction: Why sync Xiaomi TV with Android smartphone

Modern Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A Pro, Mi TV Q, Redmi Smart TV, and others) support wireless and wired connectivity to Android smartphones, a feature that offers a lot of possibilities, from streaming YouTube or KinoPoisk videos to the big screen to using the phone as a remote control or gamepad. But how exactly to organize communication between devices if the instructions for the TV do not have details?

In this article, we’ll break down 5 working ways to connect (including hidden MIUI features), compare them in speed, stability, and hardware requirements, and also tell you how to get around common bugs like “Device Unconnected” or “Miracast Unsupported.” If your Xiaomi TV is released after 2019, all methods will work regardless of the version of Android TV or Google TV.

Before you start, check two things: 1. The TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for most ways). 2. The smartphone has Developer Mode enabled (if you plan to use Miracast or ADB).

Method 1: Connect via Mi Home (official method)

The most reliable and easy way to use the Mi Home app (formerly Mi Remote) is to automatically identify the TV on the local network and offer interaction options, suitable for all Xiaomi TV models on Android TV 9.0+.

How to connect:

1. Install Mi Home from Google Play.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required!).
3. Click "Add device" → "TV" → select your model.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen (you may need to enter) PIN-TV-code).

After connecting to Mi Home, there will be options:

• 📺 Control as a remote (including voice input).
• 🔄 Screen broadcast (with delay) ~1-2 sack).
• 📁 Viewing files from the phone to TV (photos, video).
• 🎮 Game mode (for streaming games through Xiaomi Game Center).

The latest version of Mi Home| TV and phone installed in the same Wi-Fi network | Network Detection mode is enabled on TV (Settings → General → Network) | Xiaomi account is the same on both devices-->

⚠️ Note: If the TV doesn’t show up in Mi Home, try manually entering it IP-Find it in the TV menu: Settings → On TV. → Network status. In Mi Home, select "Add manually" → "Local device".

Method 2: Wireless screen broadcast (Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct)

If you need to duplicate your phone screen on a Xiaomi TV without apps, use the Miracast protocol (built into Android 4.2+).This method works without the internet, but requires Wi-Fi Direct support on both devices.

Instructions for Android 10-14:

1. On TV: Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi Direct → turn on the function.
2. On the phone: Settings → Connected devices → Screen broadcast (or “Miracast”).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Features of the method:

• ✅ It works without the internet (direct connection).
• ❌ Possible delays until 3-5 video-broadcasting.
• ❌ Not all apps support audio output (for example, Netflix can block streaming).
• 🔧 Some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV 4A) First, you need to turn on “Developer Mode” and allow “Debugging over Wi-Fi".

Method 3: Wired HDMI connection (for minimum delays)

If you need maximum stability (for example, for streaming games or watching videos in the video game) 4K HDR), use HDMI-adapter USB-C → HDMI (or micro-USB → HDMI This method guarantees delay for older smartphones. < 50ms and support for all permissions.

What you need:

• 📱 Smartphone with support MHL DisplayPort Alt Mode (most Xiaomi after 2020).
• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (We recommend the original from Xiaomi or Baseus).
• 📺 Cable HDMI 2.0+ (for 4K @ 60 Hz).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to your phone and the HDMI cable to your TV (HDMI 1/ARC port is preferred).
2. On the phone, select the "Imagine Transfer" mode (will appear automatically).
3. On TV, switch to the appropriate one. HDMI-entrance.
4. If the screen is not duplicated, check the phone settings: Settings → Display → HDMI mode.

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If the image on TV is cropped or stretched, change the aspect ratio in the settings on the phone. HDMI-The best option is 16:9 or Original (no scaling).

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV P1) upon HDMI-When you connect, you automatically activate "Low Latency Mode." To return the standard color settings, go to Settings. → Picture → Additionally. → Delayed input.

Method 4: Using Google Cast (Chromecast built-in)

All modern Xiaomi TVs (starting with 2018 Mi TV 4) have built-in support for Google Cast, a technology similar to Chromecast, which allows you to stream content from apps (YouTube, Google Photos, Chrome Browser) directly to the TV without duplication of the entire screen.

How to turn on:

1. On TV: Settings → Connections → Google Cast → turn on the feature.
2. On your phone, open a supported app (such as YouTube).
3. Slip on the "Translation" icon (usually in the upper right corner).
4. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

List of apps that support Google Cast:

• 🎬 YouTube, YouTube Music
• 🎵 Spotify, Yandex Music
• 📺 KinoPoisk, IVI, Okko
• 🌐 Google Chrome (Broadcasting tabs)
• 📷 Google Photos (slideshow display)

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Google Cast consumes less battery than Miracast, as content is streamed directly from the internet to TV, rather than via phone.

Method 5: Alternative methods (for power users)

If the standard methods don’t work, try these options:

1. Connection via ADB (for debugging and advanced features)

Allows you to control the TV as a root user, install APK-manually configure the hidden settings. USB on TV and use the team:

adb connect [IP- TV address]:5555

Example:

adb connect 192.168.1.100:5555

2. Third-party applications

• 📱 ApowerMirror - broadcast screen with recording.
• 🎮 Steam Link – streaming PC games on TV via phone as an intermediary.
• 📺 LocalCast – broadcasting local files (video, photos) without cloud services.

3. Cloud services (for remote management)

If you are on another network, use TeamViewer or AnyDesk to control the TV via your phone, and you must pre-installe the service client on TV (via Send Files to TV or flash drive).

Solving common problems

Even with the right connection, errors can occur, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

Critical information: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 (e.g. Mi TV 4A 2018), the Miracast feature may require manual activation via the service menu. To do this, in the remote, press sequentially: Menu → Settings → All settings → General → Developer Mode → Enable Miracast.

⚠️ Note: If, after connecting through HDMI You see a message on your TV screen saying, "Not supported format," check the adapter compatibility. USB-C → HDMI supportive 4K or HDR. Use certified accessories (e.g. Xiaomi) USB-C to HDMI 4K).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi TV to Android