Wireless display on Xiaomi TV: How to connect a smartphone, laptop or PC without wires

Wireless screen broadcast to the Xiaomi TV is a convenient way to display the image from a smartphone, tablet or computer without unnecessary cables. Miracast technology (or Wi-Fi Direct in newer models) allows for minimal latency screen duplication, ideal for presentations, games or movies, but many users face problems when connecting first: TV does not detect the device, the image is slowing down or the sound disappears. In this article, we will discuss all ways to activate a wireless display on Xiaomi TV (including the Mi series TV 4/5, A Pro, P1, Q2 and others, and solve common errors.

It is important to understand that the setup process depends on three factors: the TV model, the source operating system (Android, iOS, Windows) and the firmware version. 2020 For years, you may not be able to support Wi-Fi. 6, Why Connecting With New Xiaomi Smartphones 13/14 It's unstable. We tested all the methods on the latest versions of the software (2026 year) and have collected working solutions even for budget models.

What Xiaomi TVs support wireless display

Not all Xiaomi models TV These are equipped with Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct modules, and below is a compatibility table with supported protocols and limitations:

If your model is not in the table, check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or in the TV menu along the way: → On TV. → Model, TVs with an Amlogic processor T962 (Like Mi. TV 4A 32") do not support wireless broadcasting due to hardware limitations.

Also, look at the PatchWall version:

• 🔹 PatchWall 1.0–2.0: Miracast only, no Wi-Fi Direct.
• 🔹 PatchWall 3.0+: Support for both protocols, but requires manual activation in developer settings.
• 🔹 Google TV (2026: built-in Cast (similar to Chromecast).

Preparing the TV for wireless broadcasting

Before connecting the device, you need to activate the corresponding functions on the TV itself, the process differs depending on the firmware version:

For TVs with PatchWall 3.0 and later

1. Turn on the TV and go to Settings → Connections and sharing → Wireless display.

2. Activate the Wi-Fi Direct switch (or Miracast for older models).

3.In the list of available devices, select Add a new device and wait for your TV name to appear (e.g, Xiaomi-TV-AB12).

For PatchWall 1.0-2.0 TVs

1. Open Settings. → Network and Internet → Miracast.

2.Click Enable Miracast and confirm the action.

3. If the option is missing, update the firmware through Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Mi) TV 4A 55" 2018) Miracast is hidden in the developer menu to activate it:

1. Go to Settings. → On TV.
2. Click 7 times in a row on the PatchWall version until you become a developer.
3. Go back to the main settings menu and open the developer settings. → Wireless display.

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How to connect Android smartphone to Xiaomi TV

Smartphones on Android 5.0+ Supports screen broadcasting on Miracast or Google Cast protocol. Instructions are universal for Xiaomi, Redmi devices, POCO, But it may be different for other brands.

Method 1: Through the built-in "Translation" function

1. On your smartphone, open Settings → Connected devices → Broadcasting (or Connection and Sharing) → Screen broadcasting MIUI 14).

2.In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV (the name will contain the prefix MiTV- or Xiaomi-TV-).

3. Confirm the connection on both devices. The TV may be requesting permission to access — click Allow.

Method 2: Through the Google Home app

If the built-in stream doesn’t work (for example, on Redmi Note 10 with custom firmware), use the Google Home app:

• 📱 Install Google Home from Play Market.
• 🔍 In the main menu of the application, click Add → Set up the device → Broadcast screen/audio.
• 📺 Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list and confirm the connection.

⚠️ Note: On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 13/14 It can block the broadcast because of the battery optimization, to fix it:

1. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Screen broadcasting.
2. Choose the Battery. → No restrictions.
3. Reboot your smartphone.

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If the image on the TV lags behind the sound, reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the settings of the smartphone: → Screen. → Screen resolution → 720p.

Connecting from iPhone (iOS) to Xiaomi TV

Apple uses a proprietary AirPlay protocol, which is not compatible with Xiaomi TVs by default, but there are two ways around:

Method 1: Through the ApowerMirror application

1. Install ApowerMirror on your iPhone and server software on your computer (if required).

2 Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.

3. Launch the app on your iPhone, select Mirror to TV And follow the instructions on the screen.

Method 2: Using Apple TV (if any)

If you have an Apple console TV, Connect it to Xiaomi TV through HDMI, later:

• 📱 On iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner to open Control Point.
• 🔍 Click Screen Duplication and select Apple TV.
• 📺 The image will be broadcast to the TV via the set-top box.

⚠️ Attention: Wireless streaming from iOS to Xiaomi TV Without additional devices, it is only possible through third-party applications that can charge for full functionality. 720p.

Connecting a laptop or PC (Windows) 10/11) Xiaomi TV

Windows computers support Miracast starting with Windows 8.1. TV Follow the following steps:

Method 1: Through the built-in Connect function

1. Make sure that the TV and computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).

2. On the computer, press Win. + K (or open the settings) → System system → Display. → Connect to a wireless display).

3. In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV and wait for the connection.

Method 2: Through Miracast (if the built-in function doesn't work)

If Windows doesn’t see the TV, install third-party software, such as Intel Wireless Display (for Intel processors) or Wireless Display from the Microsoft Store.

⚠️ Note: On laptops with processors AMD Ryzen (e.g. Lenovo Legion or ASUS TUF) You may need to update your Wi-Fi driver to the latest version. download it from the laptop manufacturer's website, not through Windows Update.

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For minimal latency when streaming games from a PC, use Wi-Fi Direct instead of regular Wi-Fi. This reduces ping to 10-20 ms (versus 50–100 ms when connecting via a router).

Solving typical wireless display problems

Even after setting up correctly, users often encounter errors, and here is a list of the most common problems and solutions:

1.The television does not detect the device

Reasons and methods of correction:

• 🔌 Different Wi-Fi networks: Make sure both devices are connected to the same network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔄 Outdated firmware: Update your TV through Settings → About TV → System Update.
• 📵 Firewall Block: On PC, temporarily disable Windows Defender or Antivirus.
• 🔍 Hidden Network: If the TV is connected to a hidden Wi-Fi network, reconnect it to a visible Wi-Fi network.

Image delay (lag)

To reduce the delay:

• 📶 Switch to 5 GHz (if the router is dual-band).
• 🎮 Reduce the broadcast resolution to 1280×720 source-setting.
• 🔌 Connect your router and TV to the network via an Ethernet cable (if supported).
• 🚫 Close background apps on your smartphone/PC that consume traffic (such as torrents or cloud syncs).

3. No sound during broadcast

Check the following points:

• 🔊 On TV: Settings → Sound. → Exit → HDMI ARC/Wireless display.
• 🎧 On a smartphone: Turn off Bluetooth headphones (they can intercept the audio stream).
• 🖥️ On PC: right button on the sound icon → Reproduction devices → Choose Xiaomi TV.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs TV Q2 And A Pro audio when broadcasting from an iPhone through third-party applications (e.g., ApowerMirror) can be transmitted with a delay of up to 2 seconds. AAC.

Additional settings to improve the quality of the broadcast

If the wireless display works, but the image quality or stability leaves much to be desired, try optimizing the settings:

1. Optimization of Wi-Fi network

For a stable broadcast 4K or games require a connection speed of at least 30 Mbit / s. Check the current speed can be through the Speedtest application:

• 📡 Use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax) minimum delay.
• 🔄 Switch the TV and source to 5 GHz (less busy than 2.4 GHz).
• 📶 Place your router closer to your TV (or use a Mesh system for a large home).

Configuring permits and FPS

On Android smartphones and Windows PCs, you can manually limit the broadcast resolution to reduce lag:

• 📱 On Android: Settings → Screen. → Screen resolution → 720p (or 1080p Balance quality and productivity).
• 🖥️ On Windows: When Connecting via Win + K select Change mode → Optimize for video.

3. Using the game mode (for Xiaomi) TV A Pro/Q2)

On the new Xiaomi models, a game mode is available that reduces the input delay:

1. During the broadcast, press the Menu button on the remote.
2. Select Image Mode → Game.
3. Activate. ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode in the settings HDMI.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV 4S In 2020, the inclusion of the game mode in wireless broadcasting can lead to image artifacts (green bars.

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