How to turn off Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV: all working ways

Bluetooth on Xiaomi TVs is a useful feature for connecting wireless headphones, gamepads or keyboards, but sometimes it interferes with or drains the remote battery. If you notice that the TV spontaneously connects to devices, makes noises in speakers or slowly responds to commands, the problem may lie in the active Bluetooth module.

In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to turn off Bluetooth on Mi TVs, Redmi Smart TVs and other models of the brand, including hidden settings and solutions for cases when the standard menu is not available, we will also discuss why the module can not turn off and how to fix it without contacting the service center.

We will also focus on the nuances for different versions of MIUI TV firmware and models (for example, Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1, Redmi Smart TV X Series). If your TV does not respond to commands or Bluetooth turns on on itself, there is a section at the end of the article with the diagnosis of malfunctions.

1. Standard method: through the settings menu

The most obvious method is to disable Bluetooth in system settings, which works on all Xiaomi models released after 2018 unless the firmware is modified.

Instructions:

1. Take the remote control and press the Settings button.
2. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing (or Network & Accessories in English firmware).
3. Select Bluetooth.
4. Turn the slider to the off position (or press Disconnect).

On some models (e.g. Mi TV P1 2022), the path may be slightly different: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices → Bluetooth slider.

⚠️ Attention: If the module is activated again after the switch-off, when the TV is restarted, the problem is the lost energy saving settings.

2. Quick shutdown through the control panel

Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0 and later have a quick access panel where you can turn off Bluetooth in 2 clicks, a method that is convenient if you need to temporarily deactivate the module (for example, to save power from the remote).

How to open the panel:

1. Press and hold the Home button on the remote for 3 seconds.
2. At the top of the screen, you'll see a bar with icons, and you'll find a Bluetooth icon (a stylized "B").
3. Click on the icon – the module will turn off (the icon will turn gray).

If the Bluetooth icon is not in the panel:

• 🔹 Click Edit (pencil) and add it manually.
• 🔹 Update the firmware - on older versions (MIUI TV 2.0) this function may not be.
• 🔹 Reset the panel settings: Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the control panel.

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If the Quick Access Panel doesn't open, check if the Child-friendly mode (Settings → Parental Control) is activated.

3. Disconnection via voice assistant (Alice/Google Assistant)

Xiaomi TVs with Alice support or Google Assistant allow you to control Bluetooth voice, which is convenient if the remote is lost or does not work.

Commands to disable:

• 🎤 "Alice, turn off Bluetooth on the TV" (for models with support for Yandex.Station).
• 🎤 "Okay, Google, turn off Bluetooth on Xiaomi TV" (for firmware with Google Assistant).
• 🎤 "Hey Mi, turn off Bluetooth (on international versions).

If the voice assistant does not respond:

1. Check if the TV is connected to the Internet (Bluetooth commands are processed via the cloud).
2. Update the assistant firmware: Settings → Smart home → Update services.
3. Reconnect your Xiaomi or Google account in your TV settings.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV X55) Bluetooth voice control works only when you're connected to Wi-Fi. If the Internet is off, use the remote or physical buttons on the TV.

4. Hardware shutdown (for experienced users)

If software methods don’t help (e.g., the module turns on by itself due to a firmware failure), you can physically turn off Bluetooth, which requires disassembling the TV and is only suitable for users with experience in repairing equipment.

What you need:

• 🔧 Screwdriver. T5 or T6 (model-wise).
• 🔌 Plastic blade for opening the body.
• 📸 Camera (to photograph the location of the plumes).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the TV and wait for the complete cooling down (10-15 minutes).
2. Remove the back cover by spinning the screws around the perimeter. On the Mi TV Q1, the lid is mounted on the latches, and you can shovel it around the corner.
3. Find the Bluetooth module (usually a small board with an antenna signed by BT or Wi-Fi/BT Combo).
4. Disconnect the plume connecting the module to the main board. On some models, it is enough to remove the antenna wire (thin black cable).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi’s 2020-2023 TVs, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are often combined, and if you turn off the power, wireless internet will also disappear.

5. Network reset (if Bluetooth is not turned off)

If the module turns on on itself after rebooting or resetting, the problem may be in the damaged network settings, in which case the reset of network parameters will help.

How to reset your settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset and Recovery.
2. Select Reset Network Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
3. Confirm the action by entering PIN-code (default 0000 or 1234).
4. After the reboot, check the Bluetooth status in the Connection menu.

If the network reset didn’t help, perform a full reset to factory settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset and Reset → Reset all settings.
2. Select Save Applications (optional) if you do not want to lose installed programs.
3. Wait for the process to be completed (5-10 minutes).

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Complete reset deletes all accounts, Wi-Fi settings and apps. Before the procedure, write down the login details to Xiaomi Account and passwords from networks.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 4.0 and later after a reset may require re-activation via the Mi Home app. make sure you have access to the linked account.

6.Diagnostics of Bluetooth problems

If Bluetooth doesn’t turn off or is not behaving in a stable way, the reason may be:

Frequent failures and solutions:

• 🔋 Module overheats: Turn off the TV for 30 minutes. If the problem recurs, check the air vents (dust can block cooling).
• 🔄 Automatic turn on: Check the energy saving settings (Settings) → Power supply → Standby mode. Turn off the Quick turn on option.
• 🛠 Firmware failure: Update the software through Settings → Update system. If the update is hanging, use Restore mode.
• 📡 Interference from other devices: Make sure there are no running microwaves, 2.4GHz routers or wireless speakers nearby.

How to check the operability of the module:

1. Connect your headphones or keyboard to the TV via Bluetooth.
2. If the device connects but the sound is interrupted, the problem is with the codecs (try changing the sound profile in the Bluetooth settings).
3. If the connection is not possible, the module is defective (replacement is required).

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For the Bluetooth test, use the Xiaomi Bluetooth Test app (available from the Mi TV App Store), which shows signal strength and connection stability.

7. Recovery through Recovery Mode (Advanced Method)

If the TV doesn't respond to commands or Bluetooth turns on even after reset, flashing through recovery mode can help, a method that is suitable for models with a USB Type-A or OTG connector.

What you need:

• 💾 Flash drive. FAT32 up to 16 GB.
• 🖥 Firmware for your model (download from the official Xiaomi Support website).
• 🔌 Cable USB-OTG (If there is no standard TV USB-port).

Instructions:

1. Download the firmware and unpack the archive. The file should be called update.zip.
2. Copy it on a flash drive (not in a folder!).
3. Put the flash drive in the TV turned off.
4. Press the combination on the remote: Menu → Up → Up → Down → Down → Down → Left → Right → Right → OK (on some models – Home → Back → Up ×2 → Down ×2 → Left → Right → OK).
5. From the Recovery menu, select Apply update from USB and confirm the installation.

⚠️ Warning: Do not turn off the TV while you are firmware, this can cause a device to "brick" (completely inoperable) if the process is stalled during the "Verifying update" stage, wait 10 minutes, then restart the TV with the power button.

FAQ: Frequent questions