How to distribute video from your phone to your Xiaomi TV: all ways + problem solving

Contents

• Why Xiaomi Needs a Special Approach
• Method 1: Wi-Fi Direct (direct connection without router)
• Method 2: Miracast – mirroring the screen without lags
• Method 3: DLNA/UPnP for streaming via local area network
• Method 4: Connecting by cable (HDMI/USB-C)
• Method 5: Screen Mirroring (ApowerMirror)
• Typical problems and their solutions
• FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

Transferring video from your phone to your Xiaomi TV seems like a simple task — until you encounter lags, no sound, or sudden connection breaks. Unlike Samsung or LG, Xiaomi TVs (especially the Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1, and Redmi Smart TV) have unique nuances in wireless protocols. For example, some devices do not support Miracast in 5 GHz mode, and DLNA can only work with certain video codecs.

In this article, we will analyze 5 proven ways to broadcast video - from classic Wi-Fi Direct to little-known chips using Google Cast. TV, It reduces the latency of mirroring to 50 ms (relevant for watching sports or games). TV, than Android and how to get around it.

Method 1: Wi-Fi Direct – Direct connection without router

Wi-Fi Direct is a technology that allows devices to connect directly, without a router intermediary. For Xiaomi TV, this method is ideal if you don’t have access to a router or want to save traffic.

To activate Wi-Fi Direct on your TV, go to: Settings → Network & Internet → Wi-Fi Direct. On your phone (like Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5), turn this feature on the Wi-Fi menu → Additional → Wi-Fi Direct. After searching for devices, select your TV and confirm the connection.

• ✅ Pros: no router dependency, low latency (about 100 ms).
• ❌ Cons: limited range (up to 10 meters), may not work on older Xiaomi models TV (until 2019).
• ⚠️ Nuance: On some phones (such as Samsung), Wi-Fi Direct conflicts with Bluetooth – turn it off before connecting.

⚠️ Warning: If the video is slowing down after you connect, check the settings of the TV. → Display and sound → Select Movie instead of Sport – this will reduce the load on the processor.

Enable Wi-Fi Direct on your TV

Activate Wi-Fi Direct on your phone

Turn off Bluetooth on your phone (if there is a conflict)

Select TV in the list of available devices

Confirm connection on both devices-->

Method 2: Miracast – mirroring the screen without lags

Miracast is a wireless screen standard that is supported by almost all modern Xiaomi TVs (starting with 2018 Mi TV 4), unlike Wi-Fi Direct, it not only transmits video, but also the entire interface of the phone, including notifications.

For activation on the TV:

1. Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless Display.
2. Enable the Miracast option (or Wireless Display on English firmware).
3. On your phone (such as Xiaomi 13 or POCO F5), open Settings → Connected Devices → Screen Transfer.
4. Choose your TV from the list.

If mirroring works with jerks, try:

• 🔄 Switch from 5 GHz to 2.4 GHz (or vice versa) in Miracast settings.
• 📶 Reduce the resolution of the phone screen to 720p in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 5 times to tap).
• 🔋 Connect your phone to charge – with a low battery level (<20%) Xiaomi automatically reduces productivity.

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If Miracast doesn’t find the TV, restart both devices and check that the TV is on Visible for All mode in the wireless display settings.

Method 3: DLNA/UPnP for streaming via local area network

DLNA (or UPnP) is a protocol for transmitting media over a local network, and unlike mirroring, it only transmits the video file itself, not the phone screen, which reduces the CPU load and reduces latency.

On Xiaomi TV, DLNA is enabled by default.

1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the phone, install a media server application, such as BubbleUPnP or VLC.
3. In the app, select a video and send it to Xiaomi. TV (device will appear in the list DLNA-rendering).

Advantages of DLNA:

• 🎬 Support for almost all formats (including: MKV, MP4, AVI).
• 📶 It works even on older Xiaomi models. TV (Like Mi. TV 3).
• 🔋 Low energy consumption (compared to Miracast).

⚠️ Warning: If the video isn't playing, check the codecs. Xiaomi TV supportive DTS some versions AC3. Use a converter (such as HandBrake) to convert the sound into AAC.

Method 4: Connecting via cable (HDMI/USB-C) – without delay

If you need to stream video in maximum quality (4K@60Hz) without the slightest lag, cable is the best choice. Xiaomi TV supports several options:

• 🔌 HDMI: adapter USB-C → HDMI (cellphone USB-C, For example, Xiaomi 13 Pro).
• ⚡ USB-C → HDMI: Some models, for example, POCO F4) DisplayPort Alt Mode – you can connect directly with a cable USB-C → HDMI.
• 📱 MHL: It is an outdated standard, but it still works on the Mi. TV 3 (requires a Micro-USB adapter) → HDMI).

Instructions for connecting via USB-C → HDMI:

1. Buy a certified cable (e.g. Anker USB-C to HDMI).
2. Connect one end to the phone and the other to the HDMI port on your TV (select the HDMI signal source from the Xiaomi TV menu).
3. The phone may be asked to allow the transfer of images — confirm.

Important nuances:

• 🔋 Charging the phone while transmitting video HDMI It can be slow – use a hub with an additional port USB-PD.
• 🎮 If the image doesn’t appear, try enabling Forced Desktop Mode in the phone developer’s settings.
• 🔊 The audio is transmitted automatically, but some phones (such as iPhones) may require a separate audio adapter.

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Cable connectivity is the only way to transmit video to 4K@60Hz with HDR10+ without loss of quality.Wireless protocols are limited to 4K@30Hz or higher latency.

Method 5: Screen Mirroring (ApowerMirror)

If standard methods don’t work, third-party apps come to the rescue, and they’re especially useful for iPhones that aren’t compatible with Xiaomi TV due to the lack of Miracast support.

Top.-3 broadcaster:

1. Screen Mirroring (Xiaomi) – the official app for Mi TV. It works via Wi-Fi Direct and supports 1080p. ✅ Pros: stable connection, low latency. ❌ Cons: no support for iOS.
2. ApowerMirror – a cross-platform solution for Android and iPhone. ✅ Pros: It works via Wi-Fi and USB, screen-recording. ❌ Cons: Free version adds watermark.
3. Google Home (for Chromecast) – if your Xiaomi TV Google Cast (e.g., Mi) TV Q1 Android TV). ✅ Pros: Simple transfer from YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos. ❌ Cons: Not all Xiaomi models support Chromecast.

For iPhone, the best option is ApowerMirror or AirScreen (install it on your TV via Google Play).

1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the iPhone, open the Control Point → Duplicate the screen.
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

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If the app does not find the TV, check that the developer mode is enabled on Xiaomi TV (Settings → About TV → Android TV version → 7 times tap).

Typical problems and their solutions

Even with the right setup, you can get errors, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If nothing helps, reset your network settings on your TV: Settings → Network and Internet → Additional → Network Reset.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV 4A) After the reset of the network, the license for Netflix or Disney may fly+. To restore it, go to Settings. → Accounts and security → Management DRM and update the certificates.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions