How to watch video from your phone on your Xiaomi Mi TV: all working ways

Are you tired of squinting into the small screen of your smartphone when you want to watch a movie, stream or family video? Transferring content from your phone to the big screen Xiaomi Mi TV solves this problem - but only if you know which method to choose. The methods differ in stability, picture quality and even sound support, and the wrong settings can lead to delays or communication interruptions.

In this article, we will look at all the current methods of broadcasting, from the wireless protocols Miracast and DLNA to wired connection via HDMI, as well as specialized applications like Google Home or Mi Home. Particular attention will be paid to typical errors (for example, why the TV can not see the phone) and stream optimization for different video formats. If you have a Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, 5, 6 or more new model, the instructions will be suitable for the features of the MIUI TV firmware.

Before you start, check two key points: whether both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for wireless methods), and whether your phone supports Miracast (most modern Android 8+ smartphones are yes). If you use an iPhone, prepare for Apple's limitations - this will be discussed separately.

1. Wireless streaming on Miracast: setup on Xiaomi TV

Miracast is a wireless screen standard built into most Xiaomi Mi TVs (since the 2018 models) that works without the internet, directly linking the phone and TV, but requires support from a smartphone. The advantage of the method is minimal delays (ideal for games or streams), the disadvantage is possible artifacts with a weak signal.

To turn on Miracast on your TV:

1. Open the settings (cog on the remote).
2. Go to Connection and Sharing → Wireless Display.
3. Activate the option to Enable Miracast.
4. Select the Accept Connection mode.

On the phone (for Android):

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Connected devices → Screen transfer (the name may differ from Smart View, Wireless Display, or Cast).
• 🔍 In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi Mi TV (The name of the model will be displayed automatically).
• ⚡ Confirm the connection on both devices.

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If the TV is not displayed in the list, restart the router - sometimes a double NAT conflict IP-address.

Important for iPhone owners: Apple has blocked Miracast support at iOS level, so for iPhones, this method doesn't work. Use the alternatives from the following sections.

2.DLNA: Watching video over a local area network

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance, a protocol for transmitting media files over a home network, does not duplicate the screen of the phone, but allows you to open videos, photos and music directly on the TV through the built-in player, MKV with rare codecs may not be reproduced).

How to set up DLNA on Xiaomi Mi TV:

1. Turn on the TV and connect it to the same Wi-Fi network as the phone.
2. Open the Media Player (or Video) app on TV.
3. Select the Local Network or DLNA tab.
4. Wait until the TV finds your smartphone in the list of devices.

On the phone (Android):

• 📁 Install an application for DLNA-servers such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.
• 🔗 In the application settings, activate the option to Allow access to DLNA.
• 🎬 Select the video you want to stream and click Play on..., then specify your Xiaomi Mi. TV.

⚠️ Warning: If the video is slowing down or interrupted, check the bitrate of the file. DLNA Recommended bitrate not higher than 10 Mbit / s at resolution 1080p. For 4K You may need a wired connection.

Wired connection via HDMI: maximum quality

If you need a stable connection without lags (for example, to watch movies in 4K HDR or games), wired method through HDMI is the best choice.

• 📱 adapter USB-C/HDMI (for modern smartphones, or Micro-USB/HDMI (old-model).
• 🔌 Cable HDMI (version 2.0 or higher 4K@60Hz).
• ⚡ Power supply for adapter (some require additional power supply) USB-feed-in).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to your phone and the HDMI cable to your adapter and TV (HDMI IN port).
2. On the Xiaomi Mi TV remote, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
3. A request for permission to transfer the screen may appear on the phone - confirm it.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ Free of delay (ideal for gaming via Xbox Cloud Gaming or GeForce) NOW).
• ✅ Support for all video and sound formats (including Dolby Vision and video) DTS:X).
• ✅ It doesn’t depend on the speed of Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Note: On some smartphones (e.g. Xiaomi Redmi Note 10) when connected via HDMI The internal speaker turns off, the sound will only go through the TV.

4.Google Chromecast and Mi TV: How to set up Cast

Xiaomi Mi TVs (starting with Mi TV 4) support the built-in Google Cast feature, which allows you to stream content from supported applications (for example, YouTube, Netflix, Movie Search). Unlike Miracast, it does not transfer the phone screen, but only videos from a particular application - this saves battery power.

How to turn on Chromecast on Xiaomi Mi TV:

1. Make sure that your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the remote, press the Google Assistant button or open Settings → Devices → Google Cast.
3. Activate the option to Allow Content Transfer.

How to broadcast from your phone:

• 🎥 Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
• 📤 Click the Cast icon (rectangle with Wi-Fi signal in the corner).
• 📺 Choose your Xiaomi Mi TV list.
• 🎬 Start the video and it will start playing on the TV.

List of popular apps with Cast support:

TV and phone in the same Wi-Fi network | Updated firmware Xiaomi Mi TV | Cast mode enabled in TV settings | The application supports Chromecast-->

5: Xiaomi Apps: Mi Home and Mi Remote

If standard methods don't work, you can use Xiaomi's proprietary utilities. Mi Home allows you to not only control your TV, but also broadcast media to it. Mi Remote sometimes contains hidden features for transferring the screen.

Instructions for Mi Home:

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Add your Xiaomi Mi TV to the device list (click + → TV).
3. In the TV card, select Media → Transfer the file.
4. Select the video from the phone gallery and confirm the transfer.

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ Does not support streaming (only download files).
• ❌ Maximum file size – 2 GB.
• ❌ Formats limited: MP4, MKV (without DTS sound).

⚠️ Note: When transmitted via Mi Home, the video is first uploaded to the TV and then played.This takes time and requires free space on the built-in Xiaomi Mi drive. TV (at least 500 MB for the film in 1080p).

6: The solution to the problem: why the phone can't see the TV

If none of the methods work, check the following points:

Network problems:

• 🔄 Restart the router (turn off power for 30 seconds).
• 📶 Make sure both devices are connected to the same network (not the guest network!).
• 🛡️ Turn it off. VPN firewall on the phone.

Incompatibility of protocols:

• 📱 On Android, check Miracast support in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Build Number – tap 7 times, then find the Wireless Display).
• 📺 On TV, update the firmware: Settings → On TV. → Update of the PO.

Hardware restrictions:

• 🔌 For HDMI Check that the adapter supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (for the first time) USB-C).
• 🔋 Some adapters require external power – connect them to charge.

If the problem persists, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

Settings → Network → Resetting network settings

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90% of broadcast problems are solved by restarting the router or updating the TV firmware.

7. Quality Optimization: How to Remove Lags and Improve Picture

Even if the broadcast works, the quality can leave much to be desired.

For wireless methods (Miracast/DLNA):

• 📶 Switch the router to 5GHz (less interference).
• 📱 Close the background apps on your phone (especially messengers and downloaders).
• 🎬 Reduce video resolution to 1080p (If you are broadcasting local files).

For Chromecast:

• 🔧 In router settings, enable QoS (Quality of Service) to prioritize TV traffic.
• 📡 If you are using Xiaomi Mi TV Stick, plug it in through the extension cord. HDMI — This will improve the reception of the Wi-Fi signal.

For wired HDMI:

• 🔌 Use the cable. HDMI 2.1 for 4K@120Hz or 8K.
• 🎮 In the phone settings, turn on Game Mode (on Xiaomi this is Settings). → Special facilities → Game mode).

⚠️ Note: If during broadcasting 4K HDR through HDMI The picture flashes or disappears, try to turn off HDCP in the settings of the TV (Settings item) → Picture → HDCP). This can help with uncertified cables.

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