How to watch Xiaomi TV via phone: all ways + step-by-step instructions

Modern Xiaomi TVs support many ways of interacting with smartphones, from simple screen broadcasting to full control through apps. But how to choose the best method if you want to watch movies from your phone on a large screen, duplicate games or even use your phone as a remote? In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting, their pros and cons, and give step-by-step instructions with the features of the firmware MIUI TV and Google TV (for models with Android TV).

It is important to understand that the choice of method depends on three key factors: the model of your TV (for example, Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q2 or Xiaomi TV A Pro), the version of Android on the phone (starting with Android 5.0 supported by Miracast, and Android 10 improved Google Cast) and the purpose of use (video streaming, screen mirroring or remote control). If you have previously encountered connection problems, most likely it is a matter of protocol incompatibility or incorrect network settings.

1. Method: Miracast (wireless screen mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless image and sound standard that works without the Internet, directly between devices. All Xiaomi Android TVs (e.g. Mi TV 4, Mi TV 5, Xiaomi TV A) support this protocol, with the main advantage of minimal latency (about 50-100 ms), which is critical for high-resolution games and video.

To connect:

1. On TV: go to Settings → Connections → Screen Mirroring (or Screen Mirroring in English firmware).
2. On your phone: open Settings → Connections → Transfer to the screen (on Xiaomi/Redmi) or Smart View (on Samsung).
3. Select the name of your TV (e.g. MiTV-XXXXX) from the list.

• ✅ Pros: runs without router, low latency, supports Full HD.
• ❌ Cons: Can slow down with a weak Wi-Fi signal, not all applications support sound.
• 🔧 Tip: If the image is lagging, reduce the resolution of the phone screen in the mirroring settings.

2. Method: Google Cast (Chromecast) for streaming

If your Xiaomi TV runs on Android TV (such as the Mi TV 5 Pro or Xiaomi TV Q2), it has built-in support for Google Cast, a technology that allows you to “send” videos, music or photos from your phone to the big screen. Unlike Miracast, it does not duplicate the entire screen, but only broadcasts content from supported applications (YouTube, Netflix, Kinopoisk, etc.).

Instructions:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open the app (like YouTube) and click the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list of devices.

⚠️ Note: If the TV is not displayed in the list of devices for Cast, check if the developer mode on the TV is turned on and if the option is activated Debugging over Wi-Fi in Settings → On TV. → Assembly number (click 7 times).

Method 3: Mi Home application for management

The official Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS) not only lets you control your TV as a remote, but also stream photos, videos and music from your phone, a method that is convenient if you want to show photos from a gallery or play local video files without using third-party services.

How to set up:

1. Install Mi Home from Google Play or App Store.
2. Add the TV to the app via Add the device → TV.
3. In the TV control section, select Media and send the file to the screen.

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Limitations of the method:

• 🎵 Music is broadcast without album covers.
• 📸 Photos are displayed in resolution no higher 1920×1080, even if the source 4K.
• 🎬 Videos from the phone can slow down if the bitrate is above 10 Mbps.

4. Method: DLNA for local files

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance – a protocol for sharing media over a local network. DLNA-The main difference from Miracast is that the files are not streamed in real time, but are played directly from the host device (phone).

Step-by-step:

1. Put it on the phone. DLNA-server, such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.
2. Turn on the server and allow access to folders with media files.
3. On the TV, open Media Player → Local Network and select your phone.

⚠️ Note: If the video is slowed down when playing through DLNA, Try to convert it into MP4 with a bitrate not higher than 15 Mbps or use Miracast for live broadcasting.

5. Method: HDMI connection (for minimum delay)

If you want maximum stability (for example, for gaming or watching 4K HDR video), the best option is a physical connection via HDMI.

• 📱 Supported phone USB-C → HDMI (Most of Xiaomi’s flagships since the Mi 9).
• 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (We recommend the original from Xiaomi or Anker).
• 📺 Cable HDMI 2.0 or higher for support 4K@60Hz.

How to connect:

1. Connect the adapter to your phone and HDMI cable.
2. Select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1/2) on the TV.
3. On the phone, you may need to turn on the display mode on the external screen in the display settings.

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If the image doesn’t show up, try restarting your phone with a connected adapter or checking if your smartphone supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (the list of compatible models is available on Xiaomi’s website).

6. Method: Third-party Developer Applications

If standard methods don’t work, you can use third-party apps like ApowerMirror, TeamViewer QuickSupport or LocalCast. They offer advanced features, such as:

• 🎮 Controlling TV as a touchpad (useful for presentations).
• 📡 Screen broadcasting over the Internet (if devices are on different networks).
• 🔊 Recording the TV screen on the phone.

Example of ApowerMirror configuration:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (via Google Play on Android TV).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your phone, select Connect to TV and follow the instructions.

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The app side often requires payment for premium features (such as watermarked broadcasts). Check reviews before buying - some programs can slow down on weak Xiaomi TVs (such as Mi TV 4A).

Comparison of all methods: which one to choose?

FAQ: Frequent Questions and Problems