How to turn on the wireless display on the TV Xiaomi Mi TV: all the ways and settings

Introduction: why you need a wireless display on Xiaomi Mi TV

Wirelessly streaming images to a Xiaomi Mi TV opens up new possibilities for viewing content, games and presentations. Instead of confusing HDMI or USB-C cables, you can stream a smartphone, tablet or laptop screen directly to the big screen in seconds. This feature is especially useful for owners of Android, Windows or macOS devices, since modern Xiaomi TVs support several wireless transmission protocols: Miracast, AirPlay (on new models) and Wi-Fi Direct.

However, many users experience problems when connecting for the first time: the TV does not find the device, the image is slowed down or the sound is transmitted with a delay, most often due to improper network settings, outdated firmware or conflicting protocol versions. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to activate a wireless display on Xiaomi Mi TV (including models Mi TV 4S, Mi TV 5, Mi TV Q1/Q2 and Mi TV A Pro), as well as tips for eliminating typical errors.

Before you start setting up, make sure your TV and transmitting device (smartphone, PC) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network or support Wi-Fi Direct.

What protocols supports Xiaomi Mi TV for wireless display

Xiaomi Mi TVs have several technologies for transmitting images over the air, and the choice of protocol depends on your source device and TV model.

• 📱 Miracast – universal standard for Android, Windows 8.1/10/11 It works without the Internet, but requires support from both devices.
• 🍎 AirPlay – Apple’s protocol available on Mi models TV Q1/Q2 2022+ mi TV A Pro. Allows you to broadcast the screen from iPhone, iPad or Mac.
• 🖥️ Wi-Fi Direct, an alternative to Miracast, creates a direct network between the TV and the device, useful if the router is absent or unstable.
• 🎮 DLNA — It does not transfer the entire screen, but allows you to stream media files (video, photos, music) from devices to the TV.

Important: Xiaomi TVs of 2019 and older (such as Mi TV 4A) may not support AirPlay, and Miracast only work in “point of access” mode.

⚠️ If you are looking for a Xiaomi Mi TV TV does not find the device for wireless connection, check whether the developer mode and debugging are enabled USB (On Windows, make sure that the Wi-Fi adapter drivers are updated to the latest version.

Preparing Xiaomi Mi TV for wireless connection

Before you activate the wireless display, you need to follow a few preliminary steps, which will help to avoid errors and ensure stable operation:

1. Update your TV firmware. Go to Settings → About TV → Software Update and install the latest version. On Mi TV 5 Pro and later, also update Miracast through Google Play (if available).
2. Connect your TV to Wi-Fi. Go to Settings → Network & Internet → Wi-Fi and select your network. For Wi-Fi Direct, this step is optional.
3. Activate Developer Mode (optional). Click Settings → About TV → Software Version 7 times in a row until notification appears. Then in Settings → Additional → For developers, turn on Wi-Fi Debugging.
4. Check your energy saving settings. Turn off the Power Saving mode in Settings → Power, as it may interrupt the connection.

If you plan to use AirPlay, make sure that the TV and Apple device are connected to the same 2.4 GHz network (some Xiaomi models do not support AirPlay on a 5 GHz network).For Miracast, network frequency does not matter, but it is recommended to use a channel with minimal interference (for example, 1, 6 or 11).

Update TV firmware |Connect to Wi-Fi |Enable Developer Mode (optional) |Deactivate Power Saving |Check Network Frequency (2.4 GHz for AirPlay)

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How to turn Miracast on Xiaomi Mi TV: step-by-step instructions

Miracast is the most versatile way to transfer the screen to Xiaomi Mi TVs. It works without the Internet and is supported by most Android devices and Windows PCs. Here's how to activate it:

1. On TV: Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display (or Miracast). Turn the switch on in the On position.
2. On Android: Go to Settings → Connected Devices → Wireless Display (names may vary depending on the Android version). Select your Xiaomi Mi TV from the list.
3. On Windows: Press Win + K, select Connect to a wireless display, and find the TV in the list.

If the TV is not displayed in the list of devices:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📶 Make sure your TV is on Wi-Fi (even if you use Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔧 On Android, check if Miracast is enabled in the developer settings (if any).
• 🖥️ On Windows, update the drivers of the graphics card and Wi-Fi adapter through Device Manager.

On the Mi TV 4S and Mi TV 4A, you may need to take an extra step: in the Miracast menu, select Access Point mode if live streaming is not working, in which case the TV will create its own network, which you need to connect to from your smartphone.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi firmware, Miracast may conflict with the Google Cast app. If the stream stops, try disabling Google Play Services in your TV app settings.

Set up AirPlay on Xiaomi Mi TV (for iPhone, iPad, Mac)

AirPlay is only available on new Xiaomi Mi TV models (starting with the Mi TV Q1 2022 and Mi TV A Pro), which allows you to stream the screen from Apple devices without additional adapters.

1. On the TV, go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → AirPlay.
2. Activate the switch on and set the device name (for example, MiTV_Salon).
3. On an iPhone or iPad, swipe down from the top right corner (on iOS 12+) and click Screen Duplication.
4. Select your Xiaomi Mi TV from the list. When you first connect, you may need to enter code from your TV screen.

For the Mac broadcast:

1. Open System settings → Monitors.
2. Click on the screen duplicate button in the menu bar and select the TV.

If AirPlay is not working:

• 🔌 Make sure your TV and Apple device are connected to the same 2.4GHz network (5GHz may not be supported).
• 🔒 Check that the TV is not activated audio only in the AirPlay settings.
• 📱 Update. iOS/macOS Up to the latest version (AirPlay) 2 iOS requires 11.4+).

Using Wi-Fi Direct for Direct Connection

Wi-Fi Direct is an alternative to Miracast, which creates a direct network between the TV and the device, which is useful if you don't have a router or the network is unstable.

1. On the TV, open Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi Direct.
2. Enable the function and remember the network name (e.g. DIRECT-MiTV-XXXXX) and password.
3. On a smartphone or PC, connect to this network in Wi-Fi settings.
4. Run the screen broadcast via Miracast (on Android) or Connect to a wireless display (on Windows).

Advantages of Wi-Fi Direct:

• ✅ It works without a router.
• ✅ Less interference from other devices on the network.
• ✅ Supports older Xiaomi Mi models TV (Like Mi. TV 3S).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Lower data transfer speed compared to Miracast via router.
• ❌ Some apps (such as Netflix) can block Wi-Fi Direct streaming.

If the broadcast does not start after connecting to Wi-Fi Direct, check:

• 🔋 Device charge level (below 20% may cause connection breakage).
• 📶 Distance between devices (no more than 5 meters for stable operation).
• 🔄 Restart Wi-Fi Direct on your TV (sometimes network reset helps).

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Wi-Fi Direct is the best choice for older Xiaomi Mi TV models or in the absence of a router, but is inferior to Miracast in speed and stability.

Troubleshooting: Why Wireless Displays Are Not Working

If the Xiaomi Mi TV does not find the device or the broadcast is interrupted, use this diagnostic manual:

If none of these methods worked, reset the network settings on the TV:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Additional → Reset network settings.
2. Confirm the action and restart the TV.
3. Set up the connection again.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi Mi models TV (Like Mi. TV 4X) After a network reset, you may need to re-activate the license for applications (such as Netflix or Prime Video.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions