How to Turn Miracast on a Xiaomi TV: A Complete Guide to Error Solutions

Wirelessly streaming a screen from a phone or laptop to a large screen on a Xiaomi TV has become an integral part of today’s multimedia experience. Miracast technology allows you to transmit image and sound wirelessly, but many users face difficulties when connecting for the first time. Unlike proprietary solutions like Apple AirPlay or Google Cast, Miracast runs on a universal Wi-Fi Direct standard, which should theoretically simplify the process — but in practice, there are often nuances with network settings, device compatibility or the TV firmware version.

In this article, we will discuss not only the basic steps to include Miracast on Xiaomi Mi TVs. TV, Redmi TV We also look at common errors (e.g., "Device not found" or "Connection interrupted"), how to fix them, and alternative broadcast protocols. TV Google TV, Because the interface and the settings are fundamentally different, and if you've tried Miracast, but you've failed, you've probably got a solution to your problem below.

What is Miracast and why is it better (or worse) than alternatives?

Miracast is a wireless broadcast standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance in 2012. DLNA (And if you're a media-only person, or a Chromecast, which requires you to connect to a single Wi-Fi network, Miracast creates a direct connection between devices over Wi-Fi Direct:

• 🔄 No router dependency: devices communicate directly, even without internet access.
• 🎮 Minimum latency: suitable for gaming (unlike the game) DLNA, lag-proof 1-2 seconds).
• 📱 Support for screen duplication: broadcasts everything that happens on the phone, not just video / photo.
• ⚠️ Limited compatibility: Older smartphones (up to Android 4.2) or TVs without Wi-Fi Direct do not support Miracast.

On TVs, Xiaomi Miracast is integrated into the system as part of the Wireless Display feature.

Important: Xiaomi TVs on Google platform TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2022+) Miracast only supports guest mode – it is better to configure Chromecast for permanent use.

Preparing Xiaomi TV for Miracast connection

Before you turn on Miracast, make sure your Xiaomi TV is ready to connect, and skipping these steps often leads to errors like “Disconnected” or “Device is not responding.”

Update the TV firmware to the latest version|

Connect your TV to Wi-Fi (even if Miracast doesn’t have a router)|

Turn it off. VPN or a proxy on the TV|

Make sure your phone/PC has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled (for some models)|

Restart the TV (hold the power button for 5 seconds)-->

The most critical item is the firmware update. In older versions of the software (for example, before the software is updated). MIUI TV 3.0) Miracast may not work smoothly or may not be on the menu at all:

1. Open the Settings. → On TV.
2. Find the line "Version" MIUI TV" or "Android Version".
3. If the version is older than 2021, update the software through Settings → Updating the system.

Also check if your model supports Miracast. e.g. budget Redmis TV The A Series (2020) may not have this feature, while the Mi may not have it. TV Q1E or Mi TV P1 The full list of compatible models can be found on the official website of Xiaomi in the section of the specifications.

⚠️ Warning: If your TV is connected to the network via an Ethernet cable, Miracast may not work. Try switching to Wi-Fi temporarily or turning off the cable.

Step-by-step: how to turn Miracast on Xiaomi TV

Miracast activation depends on the firmware version and the TV model, and the following are the instructions for two of the most common interfaces: Android. TV (old models and Google TV (New models after 2021).

For Android TVs TV (Mi TV 4S, Mi TV 4X, Redmi TV 70")

1. Turn on the TV and go to the main menu.
2. Open the Settings. → Devices and accessories → Wireless display.
3. Activate the switch "Enable wireless display".
4. Select the "Miracast" mode (if there are several options available).
5. The screen will display a notification “Waiting for connection...”

For Google TVs TV (Mi TV Q2, Mi TV P1, Redmi Smart TV X)

1. Press the Settings (cog) button on the remote.
2. Go to the System. → Wireless screen transmission.
3. Select "Add device" or "Start broadcast".
4. In the list of available protocols, select Miracast (could be called "Wireless Display").
5. Confirm the connection on your phone or PC.

If the menu does not include the option “Wireless Display”, try an alternative way:

Settings → Network and Internet → Screen Transfer → Miracast

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV 5 Pro) the function is hidden in the "Developers" section to activate it:

1. Go to Settings. → On TV.
2. Find the line "Build number" and click on it 7 times in a row.
3. Return to the main settings menu – a new item “For developers” will appear.
4. Enable the option of "Wireless display (Miracast)".

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If the TV doesn’t find your device, try temporarily disabling Smart Search in your Wi-Fi settings, which can block direct Wi-Fi Direct connections.

Setting up Miracast on a smartphone or PC

Miracast is a two-way technology: it’s not enough to turn it on just your TV. Your source device (smartphone, laptop, tablet) must also support the protocol and be properly configured.

For Android smartphones

On most phones Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO and other brands with MIUI Or a pure Android feature called "Screen Transfer" or "Wireless Display:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Transfer.
2. Turn on the Wireless Display slider.
3. In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV (the name will start with "MiTV-" or "RedmiTV-").
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

If the function is not on the menu, check:

• 📱 Android version (requires 4.2 or later).
• 🔄 Availability of system updates.
• 🛠️ Wi-Fi Direct is enabled in Wi-Fi settings.

For iOS devices (iPhone/iPad)

Apple doesn’t support Miracast natively, but there are workarounds:

1. Install Screen Mirroring for Miracast from the App Store.
2. Connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the TV.
3. Launch the app and select your Xiaomi TV list.

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, Miracast will be accompanied by a noticeable lag (up to 1 second) due to the limitations of iOS. For Apple devices, it is better to use the built-in AirPlay if the TV supports it.

For Windows 10/11

On Windows PC, Miracast is enabled via Screen Settings:

1. Press Win + K (or open Settings → System → Display → Connect to a wireless display).
2. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.
3. Confirm the connection on the TV.

If the TV is not on the list, check:

• 🖥️ Miracast support for your PC (enter dxdiag in the command line, then check the "Miracast" line in the "System" section").
• 🔧 Update of Wi-Fi drivers and graphics cards.
• 🔒 Is "Airplane" mode off".

Typical Mistakes of Miracast on Xiaomi TV and their decisions

Even if configured correctly, Miracast connectivity can be interrupted due to software or hardware constraints, and below is a list of the most common bugs and ways to fix them.

If none of the solutions worked, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Additional → Network Reset.
2. Confirm the reset and restart the TV.
3. Reconnect to Miracast.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with an Amlogic processor (e.g. Mi) TV 4A) Miracast may not work when connecting to a 5GHz network. Switch to a 2.4GHz network or disconnect from Wi-Fi completely (Miracast will create its own network).

Miracast Alternatives: When to Use Other Protocols

Miracast is not always the best solution, and in some scenarios, it is better to use alternative protocols built into Xiaomi TVs:

• 📺 Google Cast (Chromecast): Ideal for streaming from YouTube, Netflix or Google Photos. Lag is minimal but requires a shared Wi-Fi network.

To turn on Google Cast on your Xiaomi TV:

1. Make sure that your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open the app (like YouTube) and click the Translation icon.
3. Choose your TV from the list.

For DLNA:

1. On the TV, open the Mediaserver or Photo/Video app.
2. On your smartphone, use a file manager with support DLNA (for example, FX File Explorer).
3. Select a file and send it to the TV.

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If you need to duplicate a screen with minimal lag (for example, for games), Miracast is preferable to Google Cast. If you want to stream video stability, choose Chromecast.

Miracast comparison on different Xiaomi models TV

Miracast functionality can vary significantly depending on the model of the TV, the year of release and the hardware platform. Below is a comparison table for popular lines.

On Google TVs TV (Like Mi. TV Q2) Miracast is often simplified, and for full broadcast, it is recommended to use Google Cast, which is integrated deeper into the system and supports more applications.

If you own Redmi, TV A Series, note that Miracast can run unstable on these models due to a weak Wi-Fi module. HDMI-adapter DLNA media-file.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Miracast on Xiaomi TV