How to connect Xiaomi Philips Zhirui projector to a TV or laptop – all ways 2026

Xiaomi Philips Zhirui Projectors (series) Z6X, Z7X, Z8X) It has become a popular home theater solution because of its combination of high resolution, brightness and affordable price, but many users have difficulty connecting a device to a TV, laptop or smartphone for the first time. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connection - from the classical to the traditional. HDMI See Miracast and AirPlay wireless protocols, and how to avoid common bugs.

Feature of the Zhirui line - hybrid firmware based on Android TV It's a Philips-branded shell, which sometimes causes confusion in settings, such as the network connection menu being hidden under non-obvious items, and support for the network is not obvious. HDMI-CEC It's not stable on some TV models. We tested all the techniques on projectors. Z7X 4K and Z6X FHD Samsung-TV QLED, LG OLED Xiaomi Mi TV — The results are summarized in a comparative table below.

1. Connection through HDMI: nuanced

The most reliable way to connect is a cable HDMI 2.0/2.1, But even here, there are pitfalls. Zhirui projectors support resolution up to 4K@60Hz, however, requires a certified cable with a bandwidth of at least 18 Cheap Chinese cables often limit resolution to Gbps 1080p or cause the image to flicker.

To connect:

• 🔌 Insert one end of the cable into the port HDMI IN on the projector (usually signed as HDMI 1/ARC), and the other HDMI OUT TV-laptop.
• 📺 On the TV remote, select the source of the signal (Source or Input button).
• ⚙️ In the projector menu (Settings) → Display) set the correct resolution: Z7X it 3840×2160, for Z6X — 1920×1080.
• 🔊 If the sound is only coming through the TV, activate it. HDMI-CEC In both devices (called Anynet)+ Samsung has Simplink. LG).

Important: Zhirui projectors do not support HDMI 2.1 at full power - maximum refresh rate in 4K It is 60 Hz and the function is VRR and ALLM It's critical for gamers, but it doesn't affect movie viewing.

Cable supports 4K@60Hz (Premium Certified must be indicated on the package")

Port port HDMI on a TV or laptop (check on another device)

Projector is in mode "PC" or "Game" (in the image settings)

Power Savings feature in the projector menu is disabled-->

2 Wireless Wi-Fi connection (Miracast, AirPlay, DLNA)

If you're not comfortable pulling the cables, you can transmit the image over the air. Zhirui projectors support three wireless protocols:

• 📱 Miracast (for Android, Windows) 10/11) — It is built into the firmware, but requires stable Wi-Fi. 5GHz.
• 🍎 AirPlay (for AirPlay) iPhone/iPad/Mac) — It only works on models. Z7X and Z8X post-update MIUI TV 3.0+.
• 🎬 DLNA — for streaming media files from NAS PC (not suitable for screen duplication).

Instructions for Miracast (on the example of Android-smartphone):

1. On the projector: Settings → Wireless networks → Miracast → Turn on.
2. On a smartphone: Settings → Connections → Transmit → Wireless display (point names may differ).
3. Select your Philips-Zhirui-XXXX projector from the list.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

For AirPlay (iPhone) → projector):

1. Make sure that the projector and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the projector: Settings → Apple AirPlay → Enable (last firmware required).
3. On the iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner, press Screen Mirroring and select a projector.

3. Connecting sound via Bluetooth: separately or together with video

Zhirui projectors have a built-in speaker with a capacity of 10-15 watts, but for full sound it is better to use external speakers or soundbar.

Steps for connecting to the column:

1. On the projector: Settings → Bluetooth → Searching for devices.
2. Turn on the pairing mode on the column (usually hold the power button for 3-5 seconds).
3. Select a column from the list of found devices.
4. Confirm the pairing code (usually 0000 or 1234).

If the sound is delayed (the effect of "non-synchronicity"), try:

• 🔄 Reconnect the device.
• 📶 Reduce the distance between the projector and the column (optimally up to 3 meters).
• 🔇 In the projector sound settings, select Low latency (APTX LL), If the column supports this codec.

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If the projector does not find the column, try resetting the list of conjugated devices: Settings → Bluetooth → Clear all devices. Re-search after that.

4. Connection to a laptop or PC: Windows, macOS, Linux

For connecting to a computer, it will be as HDMI, It's also wireless. 10/11 It is easier to use Miracast:

1. Press Win + K and select Connect to the wireless display.
2. Find your Philips-Zhirui projector in the list.
3. Confirm the connection on the projector.

For macOS (if AirPlay is not working):

• Install AirParrot or Reflector.
• In macOS system settings, select Monitors → Duplicate screen.

On Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) Miracast will be required:

sudo apt install gnome-network-displays


gnome-network-displays

Critical feature: Zhirui projectors do not support wireless screen expansion, only duplication. HDMI.

5. Common mistakes and their solutions

Even with the right connection, there can be problems, and we've collected typical scenarios and ways to fix them:

If the projector does not respond to the connection at all, reset the settings:

1. Shut down the power.
2. Press the Menu button on the body and hold for 10 seconds.
3. Connect the power without releasing the button until the logo appears.

6. Update firmware to correct connection errors

Many compatibility issues are solved by software updates. Zhirui firmware can be updated in two ways:

Method 1: By air (OTA)

1. Settings → About the device → Updating the system.
2. If the update is not available, check your internet connection (wifi required).

Method 2: Through USB (if OTA doesn't work)

1. Download the latest firmware from Xiaomi’s official website (select the Philips Zhirui model).
2. Unpack. ZIP-archive and copy the file update.zip flash drive (format) FAT32).
3. Insert the flash drive into the projector, then: Settings → About the device → Local Update.

After the update, reset your network settings:

1. Settings → Networks. → Resetting network settings.
2. Reconnect to Wi-Fi and try again Miracast/AirPlay.

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Update to the firmware version MIUI TV 3.2.1+ Adds AirPlay support for models Z6X, who did not have it in the first place.

7. Alternative ways of connecting: USB-C, Chromecast, Fire TV Stick

If standard methods don’t work, consider additional options:

• 🔗 USB-C → HDMI: Modern laptops (MacBook, Dell) XPS) You can connect it through an adapter. USB-C to HDMI. Zhirui projectors recognize this signal as a normal signal. HDMI-entrance.
• 📺 Chromecast/Fire TV Stick: Put the device in HDMI-Port projector and use it as an intermediary to stream from the phone.
• 🖥️ Parsec/Moonlight: For gamers – streaming games from PC to projector through the local network (requires a powerful PC).

To connect the Fire TV Stick:

1. Insert Stick in. HDMI-projector-port.
2. Connect power through USB (Use the original adapter).
3. On the Fire remote. TV Select the source of the signal and follow the instructions on the screen.

If you use Chromecast, note that Zhirui projectors do not support Google Cast directly – you will need separate power for Chromecast via Google Cast. USB-hub.

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To reduce the delay when playing through Parsec, configure the Encoder setting in the client on the NVENC (P7) and turn off VSync.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi Philips Zhirui