Wireless display on Xiaomi: how to connect your phone to a TV without wires

Wireless screen broadcast from Xiaomi to the TV or monitor is a convenient feature that allows you to show photos, videos or even play mobile games on the big screen. However, many users face problems when connecting for the first time: the device does not find the TV, the image slows down, the sound disappears. In this article, we will discuss all ways to activate the wireless display on Xiaomi smartphones and tablets, including models on MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS, and explain how to fix typical errors.

It is important to understand that the technology of broadcasting depends not only on the model of the smartphone, but also on the protocol that supports your TV. Modern Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A2, X Pro, S Pro series) usually work on the Miracast or AirPlay standard (for Apple devices), and older models may require additional adapters. If you use a TV of another brand (Samsung, LG, Sony), check its compatibility with Wi-DirectFi or DLNA protocols.

Before you start setting up, make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or prepare to use Wi-Fi Direct for a direct connection). Also check the firmware version on your smartphone: in MIUI 14 and HyperOS, the wireless broadcast menu is moved to Connections and Sharing, whereas in older versions it could be called Also or Additional.

1. Supported wireless broadcasting technologies on Xiaomi

Xiaomi smartphones and TVs support several protocols for transmitting images over the air, depending on the model of the device and the TV:

• 📱 Miracast is the standard for Android devices, running on most Xiaomi TVs (except the oldest models), allowing you to broadcast the screen with minimal latency, but requires support from the TV.
• 🍎 AirPlay is a protocol from Apple, but some Xiaomi TVs (like Mi) TV Q2 X Pro 2022 supports it for compatibility with iPhone. Android smartphones run through third-party apps.
• 📶 Wi-Fi Direct is a direct connection between devices without a router, useful if the TV is not connected to the network, used in older models or for problems with Miracast.
• 🖥️ DLNA — It's a protocol for transmitting media files (photos, videos, music) but not full screen duplication, and it works through apps like Mi Home or Google Photos.

Miracast is generally the most reliable option for Xiaomi devices, but if your TV doesn’t support this protocol, you’ll have to use Wi-Fi Direct or buy an external adapter (such as the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick).

On Xiaomi’s 2023-2026 TVs (on HyperOS), the Miracast feature may be called “Wireless Display” or “Screen Mirroring” – look for it in the Connections menu.

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to turn Miracast on a Xiaomi smartphone

If your TV supports Miracast, follow this instruction. The example is given for a smartphone on HyperOS (relevant to Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13, POCO F6, etc.), but the steps for MIUI 12/13 differ slightly.

Make sure the TV is on and connected to Wi-Fi

Disable VPN or proxy on your smartphone

Smartphone battery charge > 30%

Update the firmware of the TV and smartphone-->

1. Open Settings on your smartphone and go to Connections and Sharing (in MIUI 13 this can be Additional → Wireless Display).

2. Slip on Wireless Display (or Screen Broadcast) and the system will start searching for available devices. If the TV is not displayed, click Update or check its settings (more on this below).

3. Select your TV from the list. The TV screen will request connection — confirm it from the remote. TV A2 43) may require input PIN-code (usually 0000 or 1234).

4. Once you've successfully connected, you'll see a broadcast notification on your smartphone. Now everything that happens on your phone's screen will be duplicated on your TV. To turn off, pull the notification panel down and tap the Wireless Display.

⚠️ Note: If the TV image is behind the sound, try to reduce the resolution in Miracast settings (usually the option is hidden in Additional settings). 720p instead 1080p.

3.Setting up a wireless display on a Xiaomi TV

In order for the smartphone to find the TV, the latter also needs to activate the appropriate mode, instructions are suitable for TV on Google TV (for example, Mi TV Q2) and PatchWall (for example, Mi TV 4A).

1. Turn on the TV and go to Settings (button with a gear on the remote).

2. Select Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display (or Screen Mirroring in English firmware).

3. Activate the Allow Connection slider. Some models (Mi TV P1) may require you to select Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct mode manually.

4.If the TV is not visible in the list of devices on the smartphone, try:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📶 Connect them to a single Wi-Fi network (even if you use Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔧 Reset the network settings on the TV (Settings) → System system → Resetting the network).

On Xiaomi’s PatchWall 4.0+ firmware TVs, the Miracast feature can be hidden behind the “More” button (three dots) in the Connections menu.

4. Alternative methods of screen broadcasting

If Miracast is not working or the TV is not supporting it, use one of the alternative methods:

Wi-Fi Direct (direct connection)

It doesn't require a router, but it can be very late, and it's suitable for watching videos or presentations.

1. On a smartphone: Settings → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct (or Connections → Access Point and modem).

2. On TV: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct and select your smartphone from the list.

3. Confirm the connection on both devices. After that, the TV should appear in the Wireless Display menu on the smartphone.

4.2. Translation Applications (DLNA)

If you only need to transfer media files (not the entire screen), use:

• 🎵 Mi Home – for devices in the Xiaomi ecosystem.
• 📷 Google Photos – to stream photos on TV with Chromecast.
• 🎬 LocalCast or BubbleUPnP – Universal DLNA-player.

4.3 AirPlay for Xiaomi TVs with Apple support

Some models (Mi TV Q2 75) support AirPlay, to stream the screen from the iPhone:

1. Make sure that the TV and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2.On the iPhone, open the Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner).

3. tap the screen duplication and select your Xiaomi TV.

⚠️ Note: When using AirPlay on Android through third-party applications (for example, AirScreen), there may be a delay of up to 2 seconds.

5. Common mistakes and their solutions

Even with the right setup, users often face problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods helped, try resetting the network settings on your smartphone:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.
2. Confirm the reset and restart the device.
3. Repeat the connection attempt.

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If the broadcast is constantly interrupted, try to connect the smartphone to the TV through USB-cable MHL) — This will give you a more stable connection, although it will require wires.

6. Optimization of broadcast quality

To make the picture clear and the sound synchronous, follow these tips:

• 📶 Use a 5GHz router.This range is less busy and provides more bandwidth.
• 🔌 Connect your smartphone to charge. Wireless broadcasting consumes a lot of battery — at a discharge below 20%, lags can occur.
• 🎮 For games, reduce the resolution. In Miracast settings, select 720p instead 1080p — That'll reduce the delay.
• 🔇 Disable background applications. Close all programs except the one you are broadcasting (especially messengers and file downloaders).

On Xiaomi TVs with HyperOS, you can turn on the Game Turbo mode to reduce latency:

1. Open Settings TV → Picture → Image modes.

2. Select Game or Dynamic.

3. Activate the Low Lag option (if any).

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For maximum broadcast stability, use a router that supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and a 5GHz channel. This will reduce interference and improve ping.

7. Wireless display on older Xiaomi models

If you have a Xiaomi smartphone running Android 8-10 (e.g. Redmi Note 7, Mi 9) or a TV before 2018 (Mi TV 3S, Mi TV 4), the connection process may be different:

1. On a smartphone, the path to Miracast settings: Settings → Connections → More → Wireless display.

2.The TV may not have a separate Miracast item — look for Network Connection → Wi-Fi Direct.

3. If the broadcast does not start, update the TV firmware through Settings → About TV → Software Update.

For devices older than 5 years (such as Mi TV 2), you may need an external adapter (see spoiler above).

• 📱 Redmi 4X, Mi A1 — supportive, but with lags.
• 📱 Mi 5, Mi Max – Stable and stable.
• 📱 Android 6 and lower devices may not support Miracast at all.

FAQ: Frequent questions about wireless display on Xiaomi