Do you want to bring photos from Xiaomi 13T to the big screen, stream videos from Redmi Note 12 to Mi TV Q2 or play mobile games on a Samsung QLED TV? Connecting your smartphone to TV opens up a lot of possibilities, from watching high-resolution content to using your TV as a second monitor, but how to do it quickly and without lags?
In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to connect Xiaomi, Redmi and other phones. POCO You can use TVs from all brands, from wireless protocols to wired adapters, and you can learn which method to choose for your TV model (e.g. Mi). TV A2 "43" or Sony Bravia X90J), How to avoid common connection errors and what settings optimize the quality of the broadcast. MIUI, which speed up the synchronization process.
Whether you want to duplicate your screen for a presentation or stream a movie in 4K HDR, you’ll find step-by-step instructions illustrating key points, and if your TV is older than 2018, we’ll tell you which adapter to buy to get around the limitations of legacy hardware.
1. Wireless connection via Miracast (Wi-Fi Direct)
Miracast is the most versatile wirelessly available protocol, which works on all Xiaomi TVs (starting with Mi TV 3) and most other brands since 2015, and has a major advantage: no router dependency: the phone and TV connect directly over Wi-Fi Direct, which eliminates lags due to weak Internet signal.
To activate Miracast on your Xiaomi phone, follow the following steps:
- 📱 Open the Settings. → Connection and sharing → Wireless display (on older versions) MIUI The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → Wireless monitor).
- 🔍 Click Device Search – the phone will start scanning available TVs within a 10-meter radius.
- 🖥️ Find the name of your TV (for example, Mi). TV Q1E-75 or LG OLED55C1) and tap him.
- 🔑 Confirm the connection on both devices (there may be a request to connect with the code on the TV).
On Xiaomi TV, pre-enable Miracast via:
- 📺 Settings → Connection → Wireless display (or Screen Mirroring in international firmware).
- ⚙️ Make sure the Allow Connection option is active.
Turn on Wi-Fi on TV
Update the firmware to the latest version
Disable VPN (if used)
Reboot the TV before connecting-->
If the TV is not on the list, check:
- 🔋 Phone Charge Level (Below 20% Miracast May Not Work).
- 📶 Interference from other Wi-Fi networks (switch router to 5 GHz channel).
- 🔄 Protocol version compatibility (old TVs may require software updates).
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If the image on TV is displayed with a delay, reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the Miracast settings on the phone to 720p – this will reduce the load on the processor.
Connection via HDMI (wired method)
For stable broadcast without delay – especially important for gamers or watching videos in the video 4K@60fps — better HDMI-This is a method that works for all port TVs. HDMI, regardless of brand and year of release.
You'll need:
- 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (For new Xiaomi models, for example, Xiaomi 14 or POCO F5).
- 🔌 Micro-USB adapter → HDMI (For older smartphones like Redmi 4X).
- 📺 Cable HDMI 2.0 or higher for support 4K HDR).
Instructions for connection:
- Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable to adapter and TV.
- On the TV, select the signal source: press Input (or Source) on the remote and select the HDMI port to which the cable is connected.
- A request for permission to transfer an image may appear on the phone - confirm it.
| Model phone | Adapter type | Max, permission. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi K60 | USB-C → HDMI | 4K@60Hz | Supports HDR10 |
| POCO X5, Redmi Note 12 | USB-C → HDMI | 1080p@60Hz | Requires an adapter with a DisplayLink chip |
| Redmi 9, POCO M3 | Micro-USB → HDMI | 1080p@30Hz | Possible artifacts at high load |
Note that some budget adapters do not support HDMI audio, in which case use a separate Bluetooth adapter or connect the headphones to your phone.
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HDMI-Connection provides minimal latency (up to 10 ms), which is critical for gaming and watching sports broadcasts.
3. Use of streaming apps (Google Cast, Mi Share)
If your TV supports Google Cast (built into Android TV or available through a set-top box like the Mi Box S), you can stream content from your phone without full screen duplication.
How to set up:
- 📱 Install the Google Home app on your phone (available in the Play Market).
- 🖥️ Make sure your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- 🎬 In the app you want to stream from (like YouTube), click the Cast icon (Wi-Fi screen icon) and select your TV.
Xiaomi TVs also have the Mi Share app:
- 📲 Download Mi Share from the App Store or Play Market.
- 🔗 On the TV, activate the function in Settings → Connection → Mi Share.
- 📎 In the application on the phone, select files (photos, videos) and send them to TV.
Wireless (Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct)
Wireless (HDMI)
Apps (Google Cast, Mi Share)
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Advantages of this method:
- ✅ No binding to phone screen resolution (content broadcasted in original quality).
- ✅ You can continue to use your phone while streaming.
- ✅ Supports subtitles and multichannel sound.
Why is Google Cast not working?
4. Connection via USB (MTP/PTP)
If you just need to transfer files (photos, videos, music) from your phone to your TV, you can use the same file. USB-This method works even on older TVs without smart features, but has limitations:
- 📁 Media files are supported (you can not duplicate the screen).
- 🔌 Supported cable required OTG (new-phone — USB-C → USB-A).
- 📺 The television should have USB-Port with Media Player.
Step-by-step:
- Connect your phone to the TV with a cable.
- On your phone, select the Connection Mode: File Transfer (MTP) or Image Transfer (PTP).
- On the TV, open the Source menu and select USB.
- Use the remote to navigate through your phone files.
Limitations of the method:
- ❌ No support. 4K-Video (maximum full video) HD).
- ❌ Not all video formats are playable (e.g.,.mkv may not open).
- ❌ The phone will be discharged faster due to active data transfer.
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To play rare formats (such as.flac or.mkv), pre-convert them to.mp4 using the VLC app.
5. Connect to the TV via Bluetooth (for sound)
If you only need to transmit sound (for example, to listen to music or podcasts through a TV speaker), you can use Bluetooth, which is suitable for all Bluetooth-enabled TVs (including the Mi TV Q1, Samsung Q-series and LG CX).
How to connect:
- 📱 On your phone, activate Bluetooth in Settings → Bluetooth.
- 🖥️ On the TV, turn on device search: Settings → Sound. → Bluetooth devices.
- 🔗 Select the phone from the list of found devices and confirm pairing.
After connection:
- 🎵 The sound from the phone will be automatically transmitted to the TV.
- 🔊 You can adjust the volume from both the TV remote and the phone.
- 🎙️ The phone's microphone will remain active (convenient for calls over TV).
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Bluetooth connectivity is ideal for audiobooks and podcasts, but is not suitable for video due to audio delay (latency ~200ms).
6. Solving Connection Problems
Even with the right setup, you can get errors, and here are the most common problems and solutions.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The TV is not on the list of devices. | Miracast is offline on TV | Turn on the Wireless Display in the TV settings |
| Image lagging or slowing down | Weak Wi-Fi signal | Switch the router to 5 GHz or use HDMI |
| No sound in front of you. HDMI-connection | Poor-quality adapter | Use an adapter with HDMI 2.0 support and DisplayLink chip |
| Google Cast doesn't see TV | Different Wi-Fi networks | Connect both devices to the same network |
If none of these methods work, check:
- 🔄 Updates to the firmware on the phone and TV (especially relevant for Mi) TV firmware older than 2022).
- 🛠️ Reset network settings on the phone: Settings → System system → Reset → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth.
- 🔌 Correction of cables and adapters (try another one) HDMI-high-speed).
How to check Miracast support on your TV?
7. Optimization of broadcast quality
To get the maximum image and sound quality when connected, adjust the following settings:
For Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct:
- 📶 Use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax) stable-signal.
- 🎮 In Miracast settings on your phone, select Game Mode (reduces latency to 30ms).
- 🔍 Reduce the permit to 1080p, if there is a slowdown.
For HDMI-connection:
- 🎞️ In the phone settings, activate Developer Mode and enable Debugging by HDMI (Path: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap → return to → For developers).
- 🔊 Select from the TV menu PCM Dolby Digital is used when the sound is interrupted.
For Google Cast:
- 📡 Connect the TV to the router via cable (if possible) for stable streaming 4K.
- 📥 In Google Home settings, enable Quality Priority instead of Speed Priority.
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For a viewing. HDR-content HDMI Make sure that the settings of the TV are on mode HDMI 2.0 or Enhanced for the corresponding port.