How to display the laptop screen on the Xiaomi TV: all ways + mistake-making

Output from a laptop to a large screen on a Xiaomi TV is a challenge that users face when presenting, watching movies or playing games. Despite the apparent simplicity, the process can be complicated due to the variety of interfaces, operating system versions and features of TV models. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connection (from wired to wired). HDMI up to wireless Miracast, as well as typical errors and their solutions.

Xiaomi TVs feature support as standard protocols (e.g., standard protocols, DLNA), But not all laptops are compatible out of the box, for example, owners of devices on macOS may experience problems when broadcasting wirelessly, and users of Windows 11 may experience driver errors when connecting to the device. HDMI 2.1 We have taken these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions.

Important: If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2019, some wireless methods (such as AirPlay) may not be supported.

1. a wired connection through HDMI — surest

Cable use HDMI It remains the most stable method of transferring images from laptop to TV, which works on all Xiaomi models (from Mi). TV 4A Xiaomi TV Q2 2023) and doesn't require network setup, but there are nuances with connectors and resolutions.

The connection will require:

• 🔌 Cable HDMI (version 1.4 and above 4K, 2.1 - for 8K 120 Hz).
• 💻 Laptop with port HDMI, USB-C/Thunderbolt (Adapter required) or DisplayPort (adapter needed).
• 📺 Xiaomi TV with a free port HDMI (usually signed HDMI 1/2/3 or ARC).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off your laptop and TV (this will prevent failures in signal recognition).
2. Connect the cable. HDMI port on the devices, if you use an adapter (e.g, USB-C → HDMI), Make sure it supports video transmission.
3. Turn on the TV and go to the signal source: on the Xiaomi remote, click Input (or Source) and select the appropriate one. HDMI-port.
4. Turn on your laptop. In most cases, the image is duplicated automatically.

Check the density of the cable connection on both sides

Restart your laptop with a connected cable

Update your graphics card drivers (especially for the NVIDIA/AMD)

Try another HDMI-port on your TV

Change the display mode on the laptop (win key combination) + P)

-->

On Windows laptops, use the Win combination to control image output + P and choose:

• Duplicate – the same image on both screens.
• Expand – the desktop is enlarged, the TV becomes the second monitor.
• The second screen is the only image on the TV.
• Only the computer screen - output only to the laptop.

For macOS, go to System Settings → Monitors and adjust resolution. If the TV is not detected, check the adapter compatibility (for example, Apple's official adapters). USB-C Digital AV They are more stable than cheap analogues).

💡

If the image on the TV is cropped or blurred, on a Windows laptop, open Screen Settings → Additional screen settings and manually set the resolution supported by the TV (e.g, 3840×2160 for 4K).

2. Wireless broadcast over Wi-Fi (Miracast, AirPlay, DLNA)

If wires are intrusive, you can stream the image over the air. Xiaomi TVs support several wireless protocols, but their availability depends on the model and the operating system of the laptop. 10/11 Android and AirPlay – only on Apple devices (and then not on all Xiaomi models).

Comparison of wireless technologies:

Instructions for Miracast (for Windows):

1. Make sure that your laptop and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On Xiaomi TV, open Settings → Connection and sharing → Wireless display (or Miracast).
3. On your laptop, press Win. + K (or go to the settings) → System system → Display. → Connect to a wireless display).
4. Choose your TV from the list. If you don't have one, update the Wi-Fi adapter drivers on your laptop.

For macOS, use AirPlay:

1. On the TV, turn on AirPlay in the network settings.
2. On MacBook, open Control Center → Screen mirror and select the TV.
3. If the image is not stable, reduce the resolution in AirPlay settings.

3. Connection through USB-C/Thunderbolt (modern-day laptop)

Laptops with port USB-C/Thunderbolt (For example, MacBook Pro, Dell XPS, HP Spectres can transmit video signals through an adapter, and this is a good technique if you don't have one. HDMI-But not all adapters are equally good: cheap models may not support the same. 4K@60Hz or HDR.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (Recommended brands: Anker, Belkin, Apple).
• 💻 Laptop with DisplayPort Alt Mode support (check out the model specifications).
• 📺 Xiaomi TV with port HDMI 2.0 or newer.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the port USB-C Laptop, then connect it to the TV cable HDMI.
2. On the TV, select the appropriate source (HDMI).
3. If the image does not appear, check:

The adapter supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (indicated on the package)

HDMI cable version 2.0 or higher

The laptop has not switched to power saving mode (turn it off in the power settings)

Port port USB-C The laptop supports video output (not all ports are the same!)

-->

Critical information: adapters on a chip VIA VL100 Often, they do not support the above resolution. 1080p@30Hz. For 4K Choose adapters based on Realtek RTD2173 or Parade PS175.

On a MacBook with a chip. M1/M2 You may need to force the external display to turn on:

1. Connect the adapter and the TV.
2. Press Option and click on the Control Center icon → Displays.
3. Choose the TV as your primary or secondary screen.

4.Use of Xiaomi proprietary technologies (Mi Screen Sharing, Mi Home)

Xiaomi TVs support exclusive screen transfer features that may be more convenient than standard protocols, such as Mi Screen Sharing, which allows you to broadcast the screen of a smartphone or laptop with minimal delays, and Mi Home – manage content through the application.

For use with Mi Screen Sharing:

1. Install the Mi Home app on your laptop (available for Windows and macOS on the official website).
2. Connect your laptop and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On the TV, open Settings. → Connection and sharing → Mi Screen Sharing.
4. In the Mi Home app, select your TV and start streaming.

Advantages of this method:

• 🎮 Low latency (around 100ms) – suitable for gaming.
• 🔒 Encrypted connection (without data interception risks).
• 📱 The ability to broadcast not only from a laptop, but also from a smartphone.

Limitations:

• ❌ It only works with Xiaomi TVs on Android TV.
• ❌ Requires installation of additional software.
• ❌ Maximum authorization — 1080p (Even if the TV is still on 4K).

💡

Xiaomi’s proprietary technologies (such as Mi Screen Sharing) are optimized for the brand ecosystem and often run more stable than standard protocols (Miracast, DLNA).

For broadcasting through DLNA (for example, to watch movies):

1. On your laptop, install a media server (for example, Plex, Kodi or built-in). DLNA-Windows).
2. On the TV, open the Media Player or Gallery app and select your laptop from the list of devices.
3. Select a file to play. Please note that DLNA It only broadcasts media files, not a laptop screen.

5. Solving typical connection problems

Even with the right connection, there can be errors, and below are the most common problems and solutions.

Problem 1: No image of the HDMI

• 🔍 Check the cable: try another one HDMI-cable (especially if you are using a version below 1.4).
• 🔄 Restart both devices with a connected cable.
• 🖥️ On a laptop, update the graphics card drivers (NVIDIA, AMD Intel).
• 📺 On the TV, reset the settings. HDMI-Port settings: Settings → HDMI → Reset CEC.

Problem 2: Wireless broadcasting lags or breaks

• 📶 Connect to 5 GHz Wi-Fi (more stable than 2.4 GHz).
• 🔌 Disconnect other devices from the network (they may interfere with the network).
• 🖥️ On a laptop, disable background apps that consume traffic (such as torrents).
• 📺 On TV, reduce the broadcast resolution in Miracast settings.

Problem 3: No sound when connected via HDMI

• 🔊 On your laptop, check the playback device: right-click on the sound icon → Open sound parameters → Select the TV as the output device.
• 🔄 Restart your laptop with the connected one HDMI-cable.
• 📺 On the TV, check the sound settings: Settings → Sound. → Exit HDMI (must have PCM auto).

💡

If, when connected, HDMI You have the image, but you don't have the sound, try changing the audio format on your laptop. On Windows, go to Control Panel. → Sound. → Device properties → Additionally and select 16 bits, 48000 Hz (DVD-quality).

Problem 4: The TV doesn't appear in the Miracast's list of devices

• 🔧 Update the TV firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🔄 Restart your router – sometimes the network is blocked by Miracast.
• 🖥️ On your laptop, enable Wi-Fi Direct in the adapter settings.

6. Optimization of image and sound on TV

Once successfully connected, you may need to adjust the quality of the picture and sound. Xiaomi TVs offer ample customization options, but not all users know how to use them.

Image setting:

• 🎨 Picture Mode: Select Movie Movies or Game to Minimize Delay.
• 🔍 Resolution: In the laptop settings, set the resolution that matches the native resolution of the TV (for example, 3840×2160 for 4K-model).
• 🎯 Side ratio: If the image is stretched, select Just Scan or 1:1 on the TV.
• 🌈 Color profile: for HDR-contents HDR10 TV settings.

Sound setting:

• 🔊 Sound mode: Select Movie for surround sound or News for clear speech.
• 🎶 Equator: Manually adjust frequencies in Settings → Sound. → equalizer.
• 🔇 Bass boost: turn on DTS Virtual:X for surround sound imitation (available on Dolby Audio models).

For games on a laptop via TV:

• 🎮 Turn on Game Mode on your TV (Settings) → Picture → Game mode).
• 🖥️ On your laptop, set the maximum refresh rate (for example, 120 Hz if the TV supports the update).
• 🔌 Use the cable. HDMI 2.1 to minimize delay.

1.Use the cable HDMI 2.0 or newer.

2. Insert HDR in the settings of the TV (Settings) → Picture → HDR).

3. On the laptop, set a color profile BT.2020 (graphics-card drivers).-->

7. Alternative ways: Chromecast, Apple TV other devices

If the built-in methods don’t work, you can use external devices to broadcast, which is true for older Xiaomi TV models or if you need advanced functionality (for example, Google Stadia or Apple Arcade).

Method 1: Google Chromecast

• 🔌 Connect Chromecast to HDMI-television-port.
• 📱 Install the Google Home app on your laptop (via Android emulator or Chrome browser).
• 🖥️ In Chrome browser, select Broadcast → Broadcast tab.

Way 2: Apple TV (for Apple ecosystem)

• 🔌 Connect Apple. TV television-to-TV.
• 🖥️ On MacBook, turn on AirPlay through Control Center.
• 🎮 For games, use Apple Arcade with support for gamepad.

Method 3: Android Prefix TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi Box)

• 📦 Connect the Mi Box to the TV.
• 🖥️ On your laptop, use Miracast or DLNA broadcast.
• 🎬 Install Kodi or Plex for streaming media files.

Advantages of external devices:

• ✅ They work on older TVs without smart TVs. TV.
• ✅ Support more formats and permissions.
• ✅ Allows you to use voice assistants (Google Assistant, Siri).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Additional costs for purchasing the device.
• ❌ Possible delays during wireless broadcasting.

8. Security and privacy when connecting

When transferring data from your laptop to your TV, it is important to consider the risks of information leakage, especially if you connect to public networks (such as a hotel or cafe).

Protection of wired connection (HDMI):

• 🔒 Use it. HDMI-Copyproof cables (e.g., with support) HDCP 2.2) if you are broadcasting protected content (Netflix, Disney)+).
• 🚫 Turn it off. HDMI-CEC In your TV settings, if you don’t want other devices to control your TV.

Protection of wireless connection:

• 🔐 Use it. WPA3 Protecting the Wi-Fi network.
• 📵 Disable Miracast after use to avoid unauthorized connection.
• 🛡️ On your laptop, turn on the firewall and check the list of connected devices in Settings → Network.

General recommendations:

• 🔄 Regularly update the TV firmware and laptop drivers.
• 📋 Before connecting to public networks, disable file sharing on your laptop.
• 🔍 Check the connected devices in the TV menu (Settings) → Connection and sharing).

💡

If you frequently connect your laptop to your TV in public, create a separate guest Wi-Fi network on your router and only connect your TV to it, which will protect the main network from potential attacks.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting a laptop to Xiaomi TV