How to Connect Smart View from Samsung to Xiaomi TV: All Ways + Error Solving

Can Samsung’s Smart View be connected to Xiaomi TV?

Samsung’s Smart View technology was originally developed for the brand’s ecosystem – that is, to transfer the screen to Samsung Smart TVs. TV. However, many users of Xiaomi TV (especially the Mi models TV 4S/5X/P1) Successfully connect their Galaxy smartphones S23/S22/A54 It's all about supporting universal protocols: Miracast. DLNA (streaming).

The main obstacle is software constraints, for example, Xiaomi TV based on Android TV 9/10 may not recognize Samsung device in the list of available screens, and Smart View may ignore the TV as incompatible, but there are workarounds: from manually configuring Miracast to using adapters, then we will analyze all the working methods with the nuances of firmware 2023-2026.

⚠️ Attention: If your Xiaomi TV Released before 2019 (e.g. Mi) TV 4A), The probability of a successful connection via Smart View is close to zero — these models do not support Miracast at the hardware level. HDMI-cable or Google Cast (if TV is on Android) TV).

Method 1: Connect via Smart View over Wi-Fi (the easiest way)

This method works if both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (important: not via a mobile hotspot!). Xiaomi TV should support DLNA or Miracast technology - check this in the network settings.

Instructions for Samsung Galaxy smartphones (on the example of One UI 5.1/6.0):

1. Open the notification bar on your phone and look for the Smart View icon (or Quick Connection).
2. Slip it, and you'll start looking for the available devices.
3. In the list, select your Xiaomi TV (may be displayed as MI-TV-[model or AndroidTV [code]).
4. Confirm the connection on the TV (if you receive a request).

⚠️ Attention: If Xiaomi TV Not on the list, try it out:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📶 Connect to a Wi-Fi network at 5 GHz (2.4 GHz lags often occur).
• 🔧 In the settings of the TV, enable Settings → Connections → Miracast (or Secure Screen Transmission).

Method 2: Miracast is a Smart View Alternative for Xiaomi TV

Miracast is a wireless screen broadcast standard that almost all modern Xiaomi TVs (except budget models like the Mi TV A Pro) support. Unlike Smart View, there are no additional applications here, only built-in Android and MIUI TV features.

How to turn Miracast on Xiaomi TV:

1. Go to Settings → Connections → Miracast (or Screen → Wireless Display).
2. Activate the option to Enable Miracast.
3. On a Samsung smartphone, open Settings → Connections → Miracast (or via Smart View → Connect to a Wireless Display).
4. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.

Critical detail: on some Xiaomi TV firmware (e.g. MIUI TV 3.0), the Miracast option is hidden. To activate it, you need to enter the service code ##289## in the remote (does not work on all models).

Method 3: Connecting through HDMI-adapter (for older models)

If wireless methods do not work, there is a “grandfather” way — HDMI-For modern smartphones Samsung (without a microHDMI connector) will need an adapter USB-C → HDMI It's important: cheap Chinese adapters often don't transmit sound or give a resolution below. 1080p.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port of the smartphone.
2. Connect the adapter to Xiaomi TV through HDMI-cable (use the port) HDMI 2.0 4K).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1/2/3).
4. On the phone in the notification panel will appear the option Transfer to HDMI – activate it.

⚠️ Note: Some of the One's firmware UI when connected through HDMI Sound may be lost:

• 🔊 In the phone settings go to Sound → Sound output → HDMI.
• 🔄 Restart both devices with a connected cable.
• 🛠️ Update the adapter firmware (if it supports it).

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If the image on the TV is cropped at the edges, on the Xiaomi remote, click Menu → Image → Screen Mode and select Just Scan or 1:1

Solving problems: delay, connection breaks, lack of sound

Even if the connection is successful, users often encounter typical bugs.

1. Delay (lag) during broadcasting

Reasons:

• 📶 Weak Wi-Fi signal (especially at 2.4GHz).
• 🖥️ Overloading the phone’s processor (for example, when broadcasting games).
• 📺 Hardware restrictions Xiaomi TV (chipset).

Decisions:

• 🔄 Switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi or use an Ethernet cable for your TV.
• ⚙️ In Smart View settings, select Quality mode instead of Speed.
• 🎮 Use it for games. HDMI-Adapter – the delay will be minimal.

2. No sound when connected

A common problem when using Miracast or HDMI.

• 🔊 On the phone: Settings → Sound. → Sound output → choose HDMI or wireless display.
• 📺 On TV: Turn off Volume Sound or Dolby in the sound settings (they may conflict).
• 🔧 Update Xiaomi's firmware TV — In older versions there are bugs with audio drivers.

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If the sound is only lost in certain applications (for example, YouTube), the problem is that the sound is not available. DRM-Solution: Use Smart View only to broadcast the screen, and output the sound through a Bluetooth speaker.

How to improve the quality of broadcast: settings for gamers and movies

By default, Smart View and Miracast transmit a picture in 720p or 1080p with compression. It's not always enough to watch movies or stream games. Here's how to improve the quality:

For film and video

• 🎬 In Smart View settings, select Max. quality (lag may appear).
• 📺 Xiaomi. TV Activate Mode Mode Mode in Image Settings.
• 🔊 For Dolby Atmos sound, use it. HDMI ARC or a separate Bluetooth transmitter.

For games (PUBG, Call of Duty, Genshin Impact)

• 🎮 Turn off V-Sync in the game settings – this will reduce latency.
• 📶 Connect your phone to your router via Wi-Fi 6 (if supported).
• 🔧 In the settings of the phone developer (Assembly Number) → Tap 7 times) turn on the debugging on USB and Don't turn off the screen.

Unique life hack: if the game is lagging, but HDMI-No adapter, try streaming the screen via Steam Link (the app is in Mi). TV The latency will be lower than through Smart View, but you will need a powerful router.

What to do if nothing works: alternative methods

If all the ways are exhausted and Xiaomi TV stubbornly fails to see Samsung (or vice versa), try these workarounds:

1. Google Cast (Chromecast): Install Google Home on your phone. In Xiaomi TV, activate Settings → Apps → Google Cast. In an app (like YouTube or Netflix), tap on the broadcast icon and select your TV.
2. Mirror applications: 📱 ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport (paid but stable). 💻 Scrcpy (for PC) → TV if the phone is connected to the computer).
3. DLNA-Server: On your phone, install BubbleUPnP or Plex. on Xiaomi TV Open Mi Video or File Manager and find your device on the local network.

⚠️ Note: Apps like ApowerMirror require your phone and TV to connect to the same network, but often ask for permission to access notifications and files!

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Smart View to Xiaomi TV