Integrating your TV into a single smart home ecosystem opens up completely new use cases for Xiaomi device owners that go far beyond simply controlling volume or switching channels. When your Smart TV becomes part of the network, it becomes a multimedia center that can respond to other gadgets, such as automatically launching a movie when a movie night script is triggered or displaying a notification from a video intercom to the full screen.
Connection is often a question, as the interfaces of Android TV and PatchWall operating systems can vary depending on the year of release of the model and the region of the firmware. It is critical to consider that for all the functions of automation scenarios, the TV and the control smartphone must be on the same local Wi-Fi network, even if you use cloud functions. In this article, we will discuss all the nuances, from basic pairing to creating complex chains of actions.
Before you start setting up, make sure your smartphone has the current Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Home) installed and your account is tied to the region that matches your TV settings. This is a basic requirement that often leads to device search errors on the local network.
Preparation of equipment and software environment
The first step to successful integration is to check the compatibility of software versions. Xiaomi ecosystem is constantly updated, and older versions of firmware on the TV may not support the new communication protocols used by the Mi Home application. Go to the TV settings through the Settings menu → About TV → System Update and check for current security patches and functional improvements.
You also need to make sure your router is properly distributed. IP-In some cases, especially in 5 GHz networks, there may be customer isolation conflicts where devices can "see" the Internet but cannot see each other.
⚠️ Note: If your router supports Guest Network, do not connect your TV and phone to it simultaneously to set up. Guest networks isolate devices from each other, making it impossible for the Mi Home app to detect the TV.
For stable operation of smart scripts, it is recommended to fix a static TV IP-This will prevent the situation when the router reboots the TV will receive a new address and the scripts created earlier will no longer be executed, as they will refer to the old one. IP.
Basic TV connection to the Mi Home app
The process of adding a device to the Mi Home app can take place in two ways: automatic detection through a pop-up window or manual search through a list. In most cases, when you first sign in to your Mi Account account on a new Xiaomi TV, the system will prompt you to add it to your home.
If the automatic window doesn't appear, you need to search manually. Open the app on your smartphone, go to the Devices tab and click the add button (usually a plus in the corner or scan button). Select your TV from the list of recommended devices or find it in the TV and Media category.
- 📱 Make sure your smartphone has Bluetooth and geolocation enabled – these are often used to initially detect a device on your local network.
- 📶 Check that the phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (the same) SSID).
- 🔐 When requesting permission to access the local network on iOS or Android, be sure to select “Allow”, otherwise the application will not be able to find TV.
Once you select a TV model, you'll see a confirmation code on your TV screen, and you'll enter that code in your smartphone app, which is a standard security procedure that ensures that you physically have access to the device and that no one else is trying to take control of your screen.
☑️ Checklist of successful pairing
Set up remote control and remote control
One of the key features of integration is that you can use your smartphone as a full-fledged remote control. After successfully adding a TV to your Mi Home, you can have a virtual remote interface on your device card, which allows you not only to switch channels and adjust the sound, but also to control the cursor, which is especially useful when using browser applications on Android TV.
Additional authorization may be required to activate advanced control functions. Go to the settings of the TV card in the app and find "Internet Control" or "Remote Control" option. Activating this option will allow you to control the TV even when your phone is on another network (for example, via mobile Internet), provided that the TV itself is connected to your home Wi-Fi.
The Mi Remote feature inside the app also allows you to stream media files from your phone to your TV screen.You can run a video in your smartphone gallery and click on the Translate button by selecting your Xiaomi TV from the list of available DLNA or Cast devices.
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Use the voice input function in the Mi Home app if the remote is lost or the batteries are down in it - the microphone of the smartphone will transmit voice commands to the TV.
It’s worth noting that signal latency when controlling via Wi-Fi can be slightly higher than when using an infrared port or Bluetooth remote, but for most use cases, such as navigating through YouTube or Netflix menus, this latency is completely invisible to the user.
Creating automation scenarios for Smart TV
The real magic of the smart home begins where devices start to interact with each other without direct human intervention. In the Mi Home app, go to the Scripts tab (or Automation) and create a new script, where the TV can act as an executing device (for example, Turn on TV) or as a trigger (for example, If TV is on).
Consider a popular movie scenario, and you can set it up so that when you say, "I'm home," or you press a button, the TV turns on, the brightness of the screen drops to a comfortable level, and the smart lamps in the room change color to dark blue or turn off altogether.
| Trigger (If) | Condition (Optional) | Action (THO) | Description of the scenario |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time (20:00) | Only on weekends. | Turn on TV, launch the Kinopoisk app | Evening movie screening |
| Motion sensor (Airway) | 23:00 to 07:00 | Turn on the TV at minimum volume (news) | Night monitoring |
| Smart button (single press) | Home Wi-Fi network is active | Turn off the TV, turn off the lights | Quick exit from the house |
| Geolocation (I left) | No strings. | Turn off the TV | Saving energy |
When creating complex chains of action, it is important to keep in mind the execution sequence. If you set the command "Enable TV" and immediately "Switch to HDMI 1", add a delay of 3-5 seconds between actions. The TV takes time to load the operating system, and the input switch command sent too early may simply not execute.
Why isn't the script working?
Integration with voice assistants and ecosystem
Xiaomi Android TVs integrate perfectly with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa if they are supported in your area. By linking your Mi Home account to your Google Home account, you can control your TV voice via smart speakers or smartphone.
Commands can range from simple "Put the TV on in the living room" to complex queries like "Put it on pause" or "Make it louder." Voice control is especially convenient when the remote is far away or your hands are busy. To activate this feature, you need to log in to the appropriate service through the settings menu of the TV or aggregator application.
In addition, the TV can display notifications from other smart devices, for example, if you have a Xiaomi smart video doorbell installed, when you press the bell button, the camera image can automatically appear on the TV screen, allowing you to see the guest without getting up from the sofa.
⚠️ Note: The function of displaying video stream from cameras on the TV (Picture-in)