How to turn on the stream from the phone to the TV Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Contents

• Television and telephone preparation
• Broadcast via Miracast (for Android)
• Using Google Cast and Chromecast
• AirPlay for iPhone on Xiaomi TV
• Party of the broadcast annex
• Typical problem solving
• Comparison of translation methods
• Frequent questions

Broadcasting the screen of a smartphone to a large screen of a Xiaomi TV opens up new possibilities, from watching high-resolution movies to showing presentations or running mobile games on a diagonal of 55+ inches. However, many users face difficulties in the first setup — especially if it is a model Mi TV 4S, Redmi Smart TV or flagship series QLED.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to wirelessly stream from phones to Android and iOS, including the built-in features of Xiaomi TVs and third-party solutions. You will learn how to avoid image delays, why the sound may disappear, and what to do if the TV “can’t see” your smartphone.

Before you go to setup, make sure your Xiaomi TV supports the broadcast method you choose. For example, Miracast is available on all Android TV 9.0+ models, and AirPlay is only available on TVs with MIUI TV 3.0 firmware and later (see the list of compatible devices below).

Preparation of TV and telephone for broadcasting

Before setting up the broadcast, several mandatory steps must be taken, and skipping any of them can lead to connection failures or poor picture quality.

Requirements for Xiaomi TV:

• 📺 Updated firmware (check in Settings) → On TV. → System Update: Minimum version for stable operation — MIUI TV 2.5.
• 🔄 Wireless display function enabled (path: Settings) → Connections and sharing → Wireless display).
• 📶 Connect to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone (for Google Cast and AirPlay.

Phone requirements:

• 📱 For Android: Version 6.0+ Miracast support (checked in developer settings or through Screen Mirroring app).
• 🍎 For iPhone: iOS 12+ and enabled by AirPlay (in the Control Point).
• 🔋 Battery charge of at least 30% – broadcast actively consumes energy.

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support wireless broadcasting (like models before 2018), you can use external adapters:

• 🔌 Mi TV Stick or Google Chromecast (connects to the HDMI-port).
• 🖥️ Xiaomi Mi Box S (Turns any TV into Android) TV).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with an Amlogic processor S905 (Like Mi. TV 4A 32) Miracast may not be supported due to hardware limitations, in which case use Google Cast or an adapter.

Broadcast via Miracast (for Android)

Miracast is a wireless broadcast standard built into most Xiaomi TVs and Android smartphones.It works without Wi-Fi, creating direct communication between devices (Wi-Fi Direct), making it an ideal choice for broadcasting in places without Internet (such as in the country).

Instructions for Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco phones:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Broadcast (on some models, path: Settings → Additional → Wireless display).
2. The Xiaomi TV should appear in the list under the model name (for example, MiTV-ATV1234).
3. Select a TV and confirm the connection on both devices.

For the TV:

1. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display.
2. Activate the “Allow Connection” option.
3. Wait for your phone name to appear on the list and confirm the connection.

Miracast features on Xiaomi TV:

• 🎮 Supports delayed game broadcasting 30-60 MS (acceptable for most genres, except shooters).
• 🔊 The sound is transmitted automatically, but some models may require manual adjustment to Settings. → Sound. → Exit HDMI/ARC.
• 📶 No Internet connection required – devices create their own network.

⚠️ Note: On Samsung and Huawei phones, the stream feature may be called Smart View or Huawei Share respectively.The connection algorithm is similar, but the path in the menu may differ.

Using Google Cast and Chromecast

Google Cast is a streaming technology from Google integrated into Xiaomi’s Android TVs. Unlike Miracast, it requires a single Wi-Fi network connection, but offers more stable connectivity and support for streaming services (YouTube, Netflix, Disney+).

How to stream the screen through Google Cast:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On Xiaomi TV, open the Google Home app (pre-installed on Android TV models).
3. On phone: For Android: swipe down to open the notification bar and click Translation (or "Cast"). For iPhone: install the Google Home app from the App Store.

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The advantages of Google Cast:

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support Google Cast (like PatchWall models without Android) TV), You can use the external adapter Google Chromecast or Xiaomi Mi TV Stick, plug it in. HDMI-Port and Configure via Google Home.

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If the audio is lost when streaming via Google Cast, check the settings of the TV: Settings → Sound → HDMI output should be set to PCM (not Auto).

AirPlay for iPhone on Xiaomi TV

Owners of iPhones or iPads can stream the screen to Xiaomi TVs via Apple’s AirPlay protocol, but there’s a caveat: Xiaomi doesn’t officially license AirPlay for all models, the feature is only available on TVs with MIUI TV 3.0+ firmware (released after 2020).

How to check for AirPlay support:

1. Open on TV Settings → Connections and Sharing → Apple AirPlay.
2. If you have an option, turn it on and specify the device name (e.g. XiaomiTV-Salon).
3. On iPhone, swipe up (or down on models without the Home button) to open Control Point.
4. Click on Screen Duplication and select your Xiaomi TV.

List of Xiaomi TVs with AirPlay support:

• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q1E/Q2 (2020-2023)
• 📺 Mi TV 5/5X/5 Pro (models with Android) TV 10+)
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X (series) 2021-2023)

If your model doesn’t support AirPlay, there are two workarounds:

1. Use Google Cast through the Google Home app (see previous section).
2. Install a third-party AirScreen app on your TV (available on Google Play for Android TV).

⚠️ Note: When streaming via AirPlay on Xiaomi TVs, there may be no sound in some apps (e.g. TikTok or Instagram). DRM — Protecting Content from Copying.

Party of the broadcast annex

If the built-in methods don't work or you don't like the quality of the broadcast, you can use third-party applications, which often offer additional features, such as recording a screen or broadcasting to a local network without the Internet.

Top.-3 Applications for broadcasting on Xiaomi TV:

Instructions for setting up ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (via Google Play on Android TV).
2. Run ApowerMirror on both devices.
3. On the phone, select the option “Connect to” TV» and scan QR-TV-screen.
4. Confirm the connection and select the broadcast mode (“Mirror” or “Game”).

Advantages of third-party applications:

• 🎯 More stable connection on weak Wi-Fi networks.
• 🎮 Support for gamepads (for example, in ApowerMirror you can connect Xiaomi Game Controller).
• 📱 The ability to stream from iPhone to TVs without AirPlay.

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The app side is the best choice for streaming games or working with DRM-protected content (like Netflix), which bypass the limitations of embedded protocols but can charge for premium features.

Typical problem solving

Even if you set up the broadcast correctly, it can be unstable, and here are some of the most common errors and ways to fix them.

Problem 1: The TV can't see the phone

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📶 Make sure your phone has Wi-Fi on (even for Miracast).
• 🔧 Reset network settings on the TV: Settings → The Internet and the Internet → Resetting network settings.
• 🛠️ Update the TV firmware (path: Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).

Problem 2: Latency of sound or video

• 🎮 Turn on the game mode on the TV: Settings → Picture → Image mode → Game.
• 📶 Connect to a router at 5 GHz (not 2.4 GHz).
• 🔌 Use cable TV connection to router (if supported).
• 📱 Close the background apps on your phone (especially instant messengers and streaming services).

Problem 3: No sound when broadcasting

• 🔊 Check the sound settings on the TV: Settings → Sound. → Exit HDMI must have PCM.
• 🎧 Connect your headphones to your phone and turn them off – this sometimes resets audio routing.
• 📱 Restart the broadcast, pre-enabled the "No Sound" mode and back.

Problem 4: Low image quality

• 📺 Set the broadcast resolution manually (in Miracast or app settings).
• 📶 Switch to a Wi-Fi channel with less congestion (use the WiFi Analyzer app).
• 🔌 Connect the TV to the router with an Ethernet cable.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with a processor MTK 9611 (e.g. Mi) TV 4S 55' 2019) may see "teared" video when streaming through Miracast.This is a hardware feature - use Google Cast or cable connection.

Comparison of translation methods

To choose the best way to broadcast, compare the key parameters of each method:

Recommendations for the choice of method:

• 🎮 For games: ApowerMirror (minimum latency) or Miracast (if the TV supports game mode).
• 🎬 For Movies: Google Cast (Best Quality and Support) DRM).
• 📱 For iPhone: AirPlay (if supported) or Google Home.
• 🏠 Internet free: Miracast or LocalCast (for local files).

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To broadcast content from DRM-Google Cast is the only reliable option. Miracast and AirPlay do not support secure content due to licensing restrictions.

Frequent questions