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

Wirelessly streaming a screen to a Xiaomi TV is a convenient way to view photos, videos, or even play mobile games on a large screen without unnecessary wires, but many users face problems when connecting first: If you're not finding a device, if you're slowing down, if you're not listening, then you're missing the sound. In this article, we're going to look at all the wireless connectivity options available (Miracast, AirPlay, Wi-Fi Direct), explain why errors can occur, and give you specific solutions for Mi models. TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV others.

It's important to understand that wireless screen technology is not just dependent on the TV, but also on the source of the signal — whether it's an Android smartphone, an iPhone or a laptop. We'll look at the settings for each case, and we'll also talk about how to fix the most common problems: image delay, connection breaks and no sound. If you've tried to connect but it didn't work out, don't be quick to blame the technology: 90 percent of the time, the problem lies in the wrong network settings or outdated software.

To start with, determine what technology your Xiaomi TV supports. Modern models (released after 2020) are usually equipped with Miracast (for Android and Windows) and AirPlay (for Apple devices); older versions can only work through Wi-Fi Direct or specialized applications like Mi Home. To avoid wasting time, check the specifications of your model on the official website or in the instructions.

1.How to check wireless screen support on your Xiaomi TV

Before you try to connect, make sure your Xiaomi TV supports wireless broadcasting at all, and you can do this in two ways: via the settings menu or by the device model.

Method 1: Check the settings of the TV.

1. Turn on the TV and go to the main menu by pressing the Home button on the remote.
2. Open the Settings section → Connections → Wireless display (or Screen Mirroring in English firmware).
3. If you have one, your TV supports you. Miracast/AirPlay. If not, you will need to use alternative methods (below).

Method 2: Testing by model.

Here is a list of Xiaomi’s popular models and their wireless technology support:

If your model didn’t make it to the table, check it on Xiaomi’s official website or in documents. Note that even if the TV supports Miracast, it may require a firmware update to work.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 may not support AirPlay, even if the specifications indicate it. → On TV. → Updating the system.

2. Connecting Android smartphone to Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen transmission standard that supports almost all modern Android smartphones (since version 4.2). To connect to a Xiaomi TV, follow the following steps:

Step 1: Turn on Miracast on your TV.

1. On the remote, press Home. → Settings → Connections → Wireless display.
2. Activate the Miracast (or Screen Mirroring) option.
3. Wait until the TV starts searching for the available devices.

Step 2: Connect your smartphone.

1. On your Android phone, open Settings. → Connections → Screen broadcast (the name may vary: Smart View, Wireless Display, etc.).
2. In the list, find the name of your Xiaomi TV (e.g. MiTV-XXXXX).
3. Confirm the connection on both devices.

If the connection is not established:

• 🔄 Restart the TV and smartphone.
• 📶 Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (even if Miracast is not connected to the Internet, sometimes this requirement remains the same).
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware (see Section 5).
• 🛠️ On some smartphones (for example, Xiaomi, Samsung) you need to turn on the developer mode and activate debugging over Wi-Fi.

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⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall (shell for India) may need to change region to global for Miracast to work properly. → Account and security → Region.

3. Connect iPhone or iPad over AirPlay

If you have an iPhone or an iPad, you use AirPlay technology for wireless broadcasting, which is more stable than Miracast, but requires newer firmware on your TV.

Step 1: Turn on AirPlay on Xiaomi TV.

1. Go to Settings → Connections → Apple AirPlay.
2. Activate the switch and, if necessary, enter the device name (e.g. MiTV-GuestRoom).
3. Make sure the option Requires password is disabled (or remember password).

Step 2: Connect your iPhone.

1. On the iPhone, swipe down to open the Control Point.
2. Press Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring).
3. In the list, select your Xiaomi TV.
4. If necessary, enter the password from the TV screen.

Frequent problems and solutions:

• 🚫 AirPlay is not located: Check that the TV and iPhone are connected to the same 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (5 GHz may not be supported).
• 🔊 No Sound: On iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and disable all other devices.
• 📱 Screen flickering: Turn off on iPhone Low Power Mode.

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If AirPlay is permanently disabled, try fixing the router settings IP-This will prevent the connection from breaking when you change. DHCP-address.

4. Connecting a laptop or PC (Windows/macOS)

Wireless broadcast from a computer to Xiaomi TV It can be done through embedded tools (Miracast for Windows, AirPlay for macOS) and through third-party programs.

Method 1: Miracast for Windows 10/11

1. Turn on Miracast on your TV (see Section 2).
2. On PC, press Win + K (or open Settings → System → Display → Connect to a wireless display).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.
4. Confirm the TV connection.

If Windows doesn't find the TV:

• 🖥️ Make sure your PC has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers installed (especially for Lenovo laptops, HP).
• 🔄 Restart your router – sometimes it blocks the multicast traffic required for Miracast.
• 🛠️ B Parameters → Networks and the Internet → Wi-Fi → Manage known networks, remove the current network and connect again.

Method 2: AirPlay for macOS

1. On your TV, activate Apple AirPlay (see Section 3).
2. On MacBook, open Control Center → Screen duplication.
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV.

Method 3: Party of the programme (if) Miracast/AirPlay not working)

If built-in tools are not suitable, use:

• 🖥️ ApowerMirror - Supports 1080p@60Hz and sound.

⚠️ Note: When connecting a PC via Miracast, you may experience a delay in input (up to 100 ms). For games, this is critical - use Steam Link or a wired connection over the Internet. HDMI.

5. Update the TV firmware for stable operation

If the wireless screen is intermittent or not connected at all, 70 percent of the time the legacy firmware is to blame. Xiaomi regularly releases updates that fix Miracast and AirPlay bugs.

How to update software:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If a new version is available, download it and install it.

If the automatic update does not work:

• 🔗 Download the latest firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi Support website.
• 📁 Save the file to the flash drive in format FAT32.
• 📺 Connect the flash drive to the TV and update the software through Settings → On TV. → Local Update.

Critical information: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 may not support AirPlay 2, which leads to connection breaks with the iPhone.

6. Alternative methods of wireless broadcasting

If Miracast and AirPlay are not working or you are not satisfied with the quality of the transmission, there are several alternative methods:

1. Google Cast (Chromecast)

• 📱 Works with Android, iOS and Windows.
• 🎬 Supports the broadcast of individual browser tabs or videos from YouTube, Netflix.
• ⚠️ It does not duplicate the entire screen, only content from supported apps.

How to connect

1. On your TV, open the Google Cast Receiver app (if not, install it from the Mi App Store).
2. On a smartphone in an app (like YouTube), click the Cast icon and select your TV.

2. DLNA (media-file)

• 🎵 Suitable for broadcasting music, photos and videos.
• 📂 No Internet – it works on a local network.
• ❌ No duplicate screen, only play files.

How to set up

1. Turn it on on the TV. DLNA In Settings → Network → Remote access.
2. On your smartphone, use the BubbleUPnP app or VLC file transfer.

Specialized annexes

• 📺 LocalCast – to stream local videos with minimal latency.

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If you need to duplicate the entire screen (for example, for presentations or games), use Miracast or AirPlay. DLNA — They give a more stable image.

7. Troubleshooting: What to do if nothing works

If you’ve tried all of these methods but the wireless screen still doesn’t connect, use this diagnostic manual:

Problem 1: The TV doesn't find the device

• 🔌 Check that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not the guest network!).
• 📡 Turn the router into mode 802.11n (sometimes 802.11ac block out Miracast).
• 🔄 Turn it off on the router. AP Isolation (customer isolation).

Problem 2: Image is slowing or tearing

• 📶 Reconnect to Wi-Fi at 5GHz (if the router is dual-band).
• 🎮 Reduce the broadcast resolution in Miracast settings (e.g., with 4K before 1080p).
• 🔌 Connect the TV to the router via Ethernet (if possible).

Problem 3: No sound

• 🔊 Check on the TV to see what is in the settings → Sound. → Exit chosen TV Speaker.
• 📱 On your smartphone, turn off Bluetooth headphones.
• 🔧 Update your audio drivers on PC (relevant to Windows).

Problem 4: Connection is cut off in a few minutes

• ⏳ Increase screen sleep time on your smartphone (Settings) → Display. → Time out).
• 🔋 Check that the TV is turned off energy saving mode.
• 📡 Restart your router – sometimes DHCP-server breaks the connection.

If none of the tips helped, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → Network → Network Reset.
2. Confirm the action.
3. Connect to Wi-Fi again and try again.

FAQ: Frequent questions about wireless screen on Xiaomi TV