How to sync Xiaomi phone with TV: a complete picture guide

Modern Xiaomi TVs and MIUI smartphones offer many ways to interact with each other, from wireless screen broadcasting to full control of TV from the phone. However, many users face problems: the image slows down, the sound disappears, or the devices simply do not see each other. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of synchronization, including hidden settings and solutions to typical errors.

It's important to understand that the way you connect depends on the TV model (e.g. Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1 or Redmi Smart TV), the version of MIUI on your smartphone, and even the TV firmware. We tested the instructions on the 2020-2026 devices and took into account the nuances for different generations of technology. If your TV is older, some features may not be available, we will also warn about this.

1. Wireless screen broadcast via Miracast (without router)

Miracast technology allows you to duplicate the screen of your smartphone on a Xiaomi TV without connecting to the same Wi-Fi network. This is convenient for viewing photos, videos or even games, but there are limitations: image delay (~100-200 ms) and possible artifacts with a weak signal.

To activate Miracast:

• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Wireless display (in older versions) MIUI — More. → Screen transmission).
• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Connection and networks → Wireless display (Miracast).
• 🔍 In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (for example, MiTV-Q1-1234).
• ✅ Confirm the connection on both devices.

If the TV is not on the list, check:

• 🔋 Phone Charge Level (below 20% Miracast can be turned off automatically).
• 📶 Distance between devices (maximum 5-7 meters without obstacles).
• 🔄 Rebooting both devices (sometimes helps reset network settings cache).

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If the image is slowing down, try reducing the phone’s screen resolution to 720p in Miracast settings.This will reduce the CPU load and reduce latency.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older 2021 Miracast may not work as expected due to outdated driver wfd_sink. Update TV through Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.

2. Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (direct connection)

Wi-Fi Direct is an alternative to Miracast, which creates a direct network between the phone and the TV, a method that is suitable for transferring files (photos, videos) or controlling TV through applications like Mi Remote, the main advantage is the stability of the connection, but the data transfer speed is lower than Miracast.

Instructions for setting:

1. On TV: Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi Direct → turn on the function.
2. On the phone: Settings → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct (or additionally → Wi-Fi Direct in MIUI 12+).
3. Select the name of your TV (e.g. DIRECT-MiTV-AB12) from the list.
4. Enter. PIN-code that will appear on the TV screen.

After you connect, you can:

• 📁 Transfer files through the Explorer MIUI (highlight files → Send. → Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🎮 Use your phone as a remote via the Mi Remote app (download to Google Play).
• 🔊 Broadcast sound from your phone to TV (select Wi-Fi Direct Audio in the audio settings).

Synchronization via HDMI (wired connection)

If you want the best image quality (for example, for games or videos in 4K HDR), the best option is a wired connection via HDMI.

• 📱 Xiaomi Smartphone with Support USB-C → HDMI (Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro+).
• 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (We recommend original from Xiaomi or certified Anker).
• 📺 HDMI-cable 2.0 or higher 4K@60Hz).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable to adapter and TV.
2. On the TV, select the signal source: press Input on the remote and select the HDMI port to which the cable is connected.
3. The phone will show a notification about the connection to the external display: 🔄 Duplicate the screen (the same image on the phone and TV). 🖥️ Expand the screen (TV becomes the second monitor).

Important: Phones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (such as Xiaomi 14) support 4K@120Hz output via HDMI, but only when using an adapter with a DisplayPort Alt Mode chip.

⚠️ Note: If the image does not appear on TV, check: Permissions compliance: in phone settings (Settings) → Display. → Screen resolution) select Auto or manually install 1080p. Regime. HDMI On TV: Some Xiaomi models require switching on HDMI 2.0 in Settings → Picture → Regime. HDMI.

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4. Control the TV through the Mi Home app

Mi Home allows you not only to broadcast content, but also to fully control the TV: switch channels, adjust volume, run applications (for example, Netflix or YouTube), both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

How to set up:

1. Install Mi Home from Google Play or AppGallery.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required to be the same as on TV!).
3. Click Add Device (+) → Select Television Category.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: the app will automatically find the TV on the local network.

After connecting to Mi Home, functions will appear:

• 📺 Remote remote – a virtual remote with a touch panel.
• 🔊 Mode of the cinema - automatic sound adjustment for the film.
• 📱 Send to TV – broadcast photo / video from the gallery of the phone.
• 🔄 Synchronizing notifications – displaying notifications from the phone on the TV screen.

5. sync through Google Cast (Chromecast)

Xiaomi Android TVs (such as the Mi TV Q2 or Redmi Smart TV X) support Google Cast, a technology similar to Chromecast, which allows you to stream content from apps (YouTube, Google Photos, Netflix) directly to TV without duplication of the entire screen.

How to use:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Press the Cast icon (📡) top-right.
4. Select your TV (e.g., MiTV-Q2-55) from the list.

The advantages of Google Cast:

• 🎥 Video broadcast in original quality (before) 4K HDR).
• 🔋 Minimum battery consumption (content streams directly from the Internet).
• 🎵 Ability to control playback from the phone (pause, volume).

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Disney)+ Amazon Prime Video is blocking the broadcast via Cast DRM-In this case, use the protection. HDMI Miracast.

Problems and Solutions: Why the Phone Doesn't Connect to TV

Even with the right settings, synchronization might not work.-5 errors and ways of eliminating them:

If none of the methods worked, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Reset Network Settings.
3. Connect to Wi-Fi again and try to sync again.

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Before resetting your settings, write down your Wi-Fi network details (name and password) so you don’t re-enter them.

7.Alternative methods: DLNA and third-party applications

If standard methods do not work, you can use the DLNA protocol or third-party applications. DLNA allows you to broadcast media files (photos, videos, music) from your phone to TV without duplicating the screen.

1. On TV: Enable DLNA in Settings → Network & Connections → DLNA.
2. On your phone: install a media server application (e.g. BubbleUPnP or Plex).
3. In the application, select files for broadcasting and specify the TV as the output device.

Among the third-party applications for synchronization stand out:

• 📱 ApowerMirror – screen duplication with mouse control support.
• 🎮 TeamViewer QuickSupport - Remote TV control (requires installation on both devices).
• 📺 LocalCast – broadcasting local files and web content.

Warning: Third-party apps may request permission to access personal data. Check reviews and rankings on Google Play before installing.

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