How to transfer an image from iPad to Xiaomi TV: all working ways

Broadcasting an iPad screen to a Xiaomi TV opens up new possibilities for watching movies, presentations or games on the big screen. However, many users face difficulties: AirPlay can not find the TV, the picture slows down, the sound disappears. In this article, we will examine all the current ways of connecting – from wireless protocols to wired adapters – and also tell you how to avoid typical errors.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV, Xiaomi TV A, etc.) are unique in that they support multiple broadcast standards, but not all of them work equally well with Apple devices. For example, the built-in Miracast can conflict with AirPlay, and for stable operation sometimes requires updating the TV firmware. We tested each method on iPad Pro (2022), iPad Air 4 and Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55" - all instructions are relevant for tvOS 17+ and iPadOS 16+.

Before you start, check out two key points:

• 🔌 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for wireless methods). If you use mobile Internet on your iPad, turn on Modem Modem and connect the TV to it.
• 🔄 Update the TV firmware: Go to Settings → On TV. → Update: At the time of writing, the current version for most models — MIUI TV 3.0+.

1. Broadcast via AirPlay (the easiest way)

AirPlay is Apple’s proprietary protocol that allows you to transfer video, audio and screen from your iPad to compatible devices. Most Xiaomi TVs after 2020 support AirPlay 2 out of the box, but this requires you to enable the feature manually.

How to check for support:

• 📺 On the Xiaomi remote, click Settings. → Connections and sharing → Apple AirPlay.
• 🔍 If no item, your model does not support AirPlay (see alternative methods below).

Step-by-step:

1. On your TV: Turn on Apple AirPlay and set Access Mode: All (or Devices Only on that network).
2. On iPad: Swipe down from the top right corner (or up on models with the Home button) to open Control Point.
3. Click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring) and select your Xiaomi TV from the list.
4. When you first connect, enter a 4-digit code that will appear on the TV screen.

If the iPad can't see the TV:

• ⚡ Reboot both devices.
• 🔄 Turn it off. VPN iPad (it can block the local network).
• 📶 Connect to a 5GHz Wi-Fi network (if the router is dual-band) – this reduces latency.

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If the broadcast is slowing down, reduce the resolution on the iPad: Settings → Screen and brightness → Screen resolution → Standard.

2.Using Miracast (AirPlay alternative)

Miracast is a universal wireless broadcast standard that works on most modern TVs, including Xiaomi. Unlike AirPlay, it does not require support from Apple, but can give a large latency (up to 100-200 ms).

How to turn Miracast on Xiaomi TV:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display (Miracast).
2. Activate the switch and select Mode: Quick Connection.
3. Remember the name of your TV on the network (e.g. Xiaomi-MiTV-P1-1234).

Connection to iPad:

• 🔹 Install the Screen Mirroring app (e.g. ApowerMirror or Mirror for Xiaomi) TV App Store).
• 🔍 In the app, select your TV from the list of available devices.
• ⚠️ Note: Some apps require you to buy a premium version for watermark-free broadcasting.

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3. Wired connection via HDMI (without delay)

If you want maximum stability (for example, for games or professional presentations), the best option is a wired connection through the Internet. HDMI. That's gonna require an adapter. Lightning/USB-C → HDMI (depending on the iPad model).

Which adapters are suitable:

• 🔌 For iPad with Lightning (until 2018): Apple’s official Lightning Digital AV Adapter or certified analogues (e.g. Anker).
• 🔌 For an iPad with USB-C (2018 and newer: adapter USB-C → HDMI supportive 4K@60Hz (for example, Baseus or UGREEN).

Instructions for connection:

1. Connect the adapter to the iPad and connect it to the TV through HDMI-cable.
2. On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-port as a signal source (Source or Input button on the remote control).
3. If the image does not appear, go to Settings → Screen and brightness on your iPad and set Resolution: Optimal for an external display.

⚠️ Warning: If you use non-original adapters, there may be no sound, in which case connect external speakers to the TV or use Bluetooth headphones.

4.Broadcast via Apple TV (for advanced users)

If you have an Apple TV, you can use it as a bridge to stream on Xiaomi TV, which offers minimal latency and supports all AirPlay features, including Dolby Atmos audio.

What you need:

• 📦 Apple's console TV 4K (2nd generation or newer).
• 🔌 HDMI-cable.
• 📶 Shared Wi-Fi network for iPad and Apple TV.

Setting:

1. Connect your Apple TV to your Xiaomi TV via HDMI and turn it on.
2. On iPad, open Control Point → Screen Duplicate and select Apple TV.
3. To transfer sound, go to Settings → Sounds → Output audio on your iPad and select Apple TV.

Advantages of this method:

• 🎮 Support for gaming controllers (such as DualSense or Xbox Controller).
• 🎬 Ability to stream content from Apple TV+, Netflix and Disney+ maximum.
• 🔄 Automatic switching between devices on the same network.

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Apple TV allows you to stream the iPad screen on Xiaomi TV even if the TV itself does not support AirPlay directly.

5. broadcast applications (if nothing works)

If the built-in methods didn't work, third-party apps will come to the rescue, and we tested the top 5 and picked the best ones:

How to use ApowerMirror (Step-by-step):

1. Download the app on your iPad and launch it.
2. On Xiaomi TV, open Settings → Connections → Wireless display.
3. In the app, click Start Mirroring and select your TV from the list.
4. Confirm TV connection (may require input) PIN-code).

⚠️ Attention: Apps like TeamViewer transmit images over the Internet, which increases latency and reduces quality.

6. Problem Solving: Why the Broadcast Doesn't Work

If the iPad screen isn’t showing up on Xiaomi TV, check out the following:

• 🔌 Cables and adapters: Try another HDMI-cable (preferably with support) HDMI If you use an adapter, check that it supports video output (some cheap adapters only work for charging).
• 📶 Wi-Fi issues: Restart router. Turn off Band Steering on router (it can force switch devices between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).
• 🔄 Protocol conflicts: If AirPlay and Miracast are enabled at the same time, disable one of them. On some Xiaomi models, you need to manually select the priority protocol in Settings → Connections → Display mode.

Common mistakes and their solutions:

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If the broadcast is permanently interrupted, try connecting the iPad to the router via an Ethernet adapter (e.g. USB-C → Ethernet) to stabilize the connection.

7. Optimization of broadcast quality

To make the picture clear and the sound synchronous, follow these tips:

• 📶 For wireless broadcasting: Use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (e.g. Xiaomi) AX6000). Place your router closer to your TV (or use the Mesh system) and disable other devices that consume traffic (such as torrents).
• 🔧 For wired connection: Use HDMI 2.1 permit 4K@120Hz. In the iPad settings, turn on Mode HDR (if the TV supports).
• 🎛️ TV settings: Turn on Game Mode (Settings) → Picture → Image mode → Playing to reduce delay. Turn off post-processing (Move smoother, Noise suppression) - it adds lag.

You can use YouTube test videos to check the quality of the broadcast:

• 4K HDR (Color Rendering Test)
• Delay test (for games).

FAQ: Frequent questions