How to transfer an image from your phone to Xiaomi Mi TV 4A: all working ways

Broadcasting the screen of the smartphone to the big screen Xiaomi Mi TV 4A opens up new possibilities, from watching movies in high resolution to showing presentations or games on a wide display. However, many users face problems when trying to connect - the TV does not find the device, lags occur or broadcast is interrupted. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connection (including hidden settings Mi TV), compare them in speed, quality and compatibility, and provide solutions for typical errors.

The Mi TV 4A features multiple wireless protocols, but not all of them work equally well. For example, Miracast can slow down when Wi-Fi is weak, and Google Cast requires additional applications to be installed. We tested each method on 2020-2026 models and found optimal scenarios for tasks ranging from streaming video to playing games. If you use an iPhone, a separate section is devoted to setting up AirPlay - taking into account Xiaomi's restrictions on uncertified Apple devices.

1. Preparation of the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A for broadcast

Before connecting, check three key settings on your TV:

• 📶 Wi-Fi connection: TV and phone must be on the same network (for Miracast and Google Cast). If you use mobile Internet, turn on the hotspot on your smartphone.
• 🔄 Update: Go to Settings → On TV. → Update system, firmware version should be at least lower MIUI TV 3.0 (for stable Miracast operation).
• 🔓 Permits: c Settings → Security and limitations → Application permissions enable access to "Wireless projection".

On the 2021-2026 Mi TV 4A models, there is a hidden option called Developer Mode, which speeds up the broadcast, to activate it:

1. Go to Settings. → On TV.
2. Press 7 times in a row on the item "Version" MIUI TV".
3. Return to the main settings menu and a new section for developers will appear.
4. Enable "Wi-Fi Debugging" and "Broadcast Optimization".

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If the TV doesn't see the phone when you first connect, reboot both devices and search again. On Mi TV 4A 32, sometimes resetting network settings to Settings → Network → Reset helps.

2. Wireless streaming on Miracast (for Android)

Miracast is an integrated protocol in Xiaomi Mi TV 4A that doesn't require any additional applications. It supports up to 1080p at 60Hz, but is sensitive to network interference.

On TV:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Wireless projection (Miracast).
2. Select "Enable" and wait for the TV name to appear (e.g. MiTV-4A-1234).

On the phone (Android 8.0+):

1. Activate “Screen Transfer” in the notification curtain (or in Settings → Connected Devices → Wireless projection).
2. In the list of available devices, select your Mi TV 4A.
3. Confirm the connection on the TV (a request will appear with the PIN-code).

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Important: On some firmware, the Mi TV 4A Miracast only works when Bluetooth is disabled, a bug that Xiaomi didn’t fix until 2026.

3. Broadcast via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If Miracast is lagging, the alternative is Google Cast (built into Mi TV 4A from 2022), which supports streaming individual apps (YouTube, Netflix) without mirroring the entire screen.

Adjustment steps:

1. Install Google Home on your phone (Android/iOS).
2. Turn on the TV settings → Connections → Google Cast.
3. In the Google Home app, click "+ → Set up your device → New device".
4. Select your Mi TV 4A from the list (the name will be MiTV-XXXXX).
5. Verify the code on the TV.

For the broadcast:

• 📱 On Android: Open Google Home, select your TV → "Broadcast".
• 🍎 On iPhone: Use Cast-enabled apps (like YouTube) as Apple blocks full mirroring through Google Cast.

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4. Wired connection via HDMI (without lags)

Minimum latency (relevant for games or videos) 4K) use HDMI-Smartphones today will require an adapter. USB-C → HDMI (for iPhone - Lightning → HDMI).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable HDMI 2.0 on Mi TV 4A (supports 4K@60Hz).
2. On the TV, select the signal source: Enter → HDMI 2.
3. On your phone, turn on “HDMI Transfer” (on Android, permission may be required in Settings → Display).

Advantages of the method:

• 🎮 0 ms latency is ideal for cloud gaming (xCloud, GeForce Now).
• 📺 Support 4K HDR (If the cable and adapter are certified HDMI 2.0).
• 🔋 The phone is charged during broadcast (via the adapter with the port). USB).

5. Stream from iPhone to Xiaomi Mi TV 4A (AirPlay)

Xiaomi Mi TV 4A is not officially certified by Apple for AirPlay, but there are workarounds, the most reliable is the use of the AirScreen app (installed on the TV via Google Play):

Steps:

1. Download AirScreen to your TV (Applications → Search → AirScreen).
2. Launch the application and select "Enable AirPlay".
3. On the iPhone, open the Control Point → Duplicate the screen.
4. Select your Mi TV 4A from the list.

Limitations:

• ⚠️ Permission is limited. 1080p (Even if the phone supports 4K).
• ⚠️ The sound can be transmitted with a delay (solved by enabling "Low Latency Mode" in the AirScreen settings).
• ⚠️ DRM-Protected Video (Netflix, Disney)+) It is not broadcast due to Apple restrictions.

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For stable AirPlay on Mi TV 4A, turn off the VPN on your iPhone and make sure the TV is connected to a 5GHz network (2.4GHz can cause lags).

6. Solving broadcasting problems

If the screen is not broadcasting or the image is slowing down, check:

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TV 4A In 2020, when connecting via Miracast, you may experience an error "No audio codec is supported." Solution: in the settings of the TV (Sound) → In addition), set the sound format PCM instead of Dolby.

To diagnose the network on Mi TV 4A:

1. Go to Settings → Network → Network Diagnostics.
2. Check the connection speed – for stable broadcasting you need at least 15 Mbit / s.
3. If the speed is lower, restart the router or connect the TV via an Ethernet cable.

7.Alternative methods: DLNA and third-party applications

If standard methods don’t work, try:

DLNA (for video/photo):

• 📁 Install the BubbleUPnP app on your phone or VLC.
• 📺 On TV, open the Apps → Media player.
• 🔍 In the list. DLNA-Select your phone and broadcast files.

2.ApowerMirror application (for mirroring):

• 📱 Download ApowerMirror to your phone and TV.
• 🔗 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🖥️ On the phone, select "Translate to" TV" enter PIN-screencode TV.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party applications (such as ApowerMirror), the broadcast may contain watermarks in the free version.

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