How to set up Alice to control a Xiaomi TV: from connectivity to voice commands

Xiaomi's voice-activated TV through Alice is not only convenient, it's also stylish. Imagine you walk into a room and say, "Alice, turn on the TV," and Mi. TV It reacts instantly by showing your favorite movie or broadcast, but many users have problems at the setup stage: the smart speaker can't see the TV, the commands are executed with a delay, then nothing works at all. In this article, we will analyze all ways of connecting - from the official via Mi Home to workarounds for older models, as well as give a checklist for troubleshooting.

It is important to understand that not all Xiaomi TVs support direct integration with Alice, such as models up to 2019 (e.g. Mi). TV 4A or Mi TV 4S) You may need additional devices like Xiaomi Mi Box S or Redmi Smart. TV And here's the new series, Xiaomi. TV Q2, Xiaomi TV A Pro or Xiaomi TV P1 — They're usually compatible out of the box. If you're not sure about your model, check it out with the compatibility table below.

Before you start setting up, make sure that:

• 📱 You have the latest Mi Home update installed (version 6.0.100)+).
• 🔌 TV and smart speaker (or smartphone with Alice) connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔄 Developer Mode is enabled on the TV (if manual setting is required).

If you're done, we'll go to the step-by-step instructions, and we'll start with the simplest way.

1.Official method: connection via Mi Home

This is the most reliable method that works on most modern Xiaomi TVs (2020 and later), and the bottom line is that Alice interacts with the TV through the Mi Home cloud, not directly.

1. Install the Mi Home app on your smartphone (Android/iOS) Sign in to your Xiaomi account.

Alice.

Mi Home

• 🎤 Open the Alice app (or say “Alice, open the settings»).
• 🏠 Go to the Smart Home → Add the device → Xiaomi.
• 🔑 Enter the username and password from your Mi Account (the same as in Mi Home).

After successful connection, check the work of the commands:

Alice, turn on the TV in the living room.


Alice, play the movie Interstellar on Xiaomi TV




Alice, turn off the TV in 30 minutes.

Make sure that the TV and speaker are on the same Wi-Fi network

Update the TV to the latest version

Check that the TV is displayed as "Connected" in Mi Home

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If the commands are not executed, check:

• 📵 Mi Account Region (must be Russia, otherwise Alice won’t see the device).

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If the TV doesn’t appear in Alice’s device list, try rebooting it and the smart speaker, then repeat the sync.

2. Alternative method: via Google Assistant

If your Xiaomi TV is running on Android TV (Like Mi. TV 4S or Mi TV 4A And you can use the Google Assistant as a middleman, and Alice will send commands to Google Home, and that person will control the TV, and this is more complicated, but it works even on older models.

Step 1: Configure Google Assistant on your TV:

1. Go to Settings. → Accounts and security → Add an account → Google.
2. Sign in under the same account as on your smartphone.
3. Activate Google Assistant in Settings → Voice assistant.

Step 2: Connect Alice to Google Home:

1. In the application “Alice” go to the Smart home → Settings → Integration → Google Home.
2. Sign up under your Google account.
3. Select the TV from the list of devices and confirm access.

Step 3: Examples of commands:

Alice, tell Google to turn on the TV in the bedroom


Alice, ask Google to put the series “Game of Thrones” on Xiaomi TV




Alice, tell Google to turn off the TV.

This method is universal, but has limitations:

• ❌ Not all Alice commands are translated correctly into Google Assistant (e.g., timers may not work).
• ❌ It requires a stable Internet connection on all devices.
• ❌ On some TVs, Xiaomi Google Assistant is disabled at the firmware level (solved by manually enabling via the ADB).

Manual control through IFTTT (advanced)

If the official methods do not work, you can use the service. IFTTT (If This Then That) to create custom scripts, it's going to take a little bit of technical skill, but it's going to give you complete control over the teams.

Step 1. Create an account on IFTTT and connect services:

• 🤖 Google Assistant (to interact with Alice).
• 📺 Xiaomi Mi Home (for TV control).

Step 2. Set up the applet:

1. Create a new applet: If This → Google Assistant.
2. Enter the command you will tell Alice (e.g., “Enable Xiaomi”) TV»).
3. Select the action: Then That → Xiaomi Mi Home → Turn on TV.
4. Save the applet and activate it.

Example of a working scenario:

Officially via Mi Home

Through Google Assistant

Manual control (IFTTT/ADB)

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Advantages IFTTT:

• ✅ Flexibility: You can create complex scenarios (e.g., turn on the TV). + turn off + playlist»).
• ✅ It runs on older Xiaomi models, where there is no native integration with Alice.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Delayed execution of commands (up to 5-10 seconds).
• ❌ Free version IFTTT Limits the number of applets (3 pieces).
• ❌ Requires a permanent Internet connection.

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IFTTT — The only way to get Alice to control Xiaomi TVs of 2018 and older, where there is no built-in support for voice assistants.

4.Problems and Solutions: Why Alice Doesn't Control the TV

Even after the right setup, you can have failures.-5 errors and ways of correcting them.

🔴 Problem 1: The TV doesn't appear in Alice's device list

Reasons:

• 🔌 Television and column in different Wi-Fi networks.
• 🔄 Outdated firmware Mi Home or TV.
• 🌍 Mi Account Region is not Russia.

Decision:

1. Reconnect the TV to Mi Home (remove and add again).
2. Check the region: Account settings → Country/region.
3. Update the TV firmware manually (download from the official website).

🔴 Problem 2: Commands are executed with a delay

Reasons:

• 📶 Weak Wi-Fi signal.
• 🌐 Mi Home or Google servers are overloaded.
• 🔋 Energy saving mode on the TV.

Decision:

• Connect the TV to the router via Ethernet cable.
• Turn off the power saving mode: Settings → Power supply → Standby regime → Always on.
• Reboot the router and smart speaker.

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If the delay is critical (for example, for gaming), use the Xiaomi Mi Remote remote – it works without a lag.

🔴 Problem 3: Alice says, "The device doesn't respond»

Reasons:

• 🔌 TV is off from the outlet (not in standby mode).
• 🔒 Blocking access to the microphone in the settings of the TV.
• 🛠️ Synchronization failure between Mi Home and Alice.

Decision:

1. Turn the TV on and wait for the load (even if the screen is black).
2. Check the permissions: Settings → Confidentiality → Application authorizations → Microphone.
3. Unplug and reconnect your Mi Account in Alice's settings.

🔴 Problem 4: Commands are partially executed (e.g., switched on but not switched channels)

This is a typical problem when using Google Assistant as a middleman.

• Check if your Xiaomi model supports a specific command (see compatibility table).
• Reframe the command (for example, instead of “switch to Channel One,” say “open Channel One”).
• Update Google Play Services firmware on your TV.

🔴 Problem 5: Alice says, This skill is off»

Reason: Mi Home or Google Home is disabled in Alice’s settings.

Decision:

1. Open the Alice app» → Settings → Skills.
2. Find Mi Home or Google Home and turn them on.
3. Restart the app.

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If the problem is not solved, try resetting the TV settings to factory settings (Settings) → On TV. → This will delete all apps and accounts, but often helps with system failures.

5. Xiaomi TV compatibility table with Alice

Not all Xiaomi models work equally well with Alice. Below is the compatibility table by year and series. If your model is not on the list, try alternative methods (for example, through Google Assistant or Google Assistant). IFTTT).

If your model doesn’t support direct integration, consider buying a Xiaomi Mi Box S or Redmi Smart. TV Stick – They add support for Google Assistant and Alice even on older TVs.

6. Additional chips: extended management

Once the basic setup is complete, you can customize advanced scenarios for maximum convenience.

🎬 Automatically launch movies by voice

With help. IFTTT Or Yandex Alice can create a team that:

1. Turns on the TV.
2. Opens Netflix or Kion.
3. It launches a specific movie or series.

Team example:

Alice, play Game of Thrones on the big TV.

🔊 Voice control of volume and channels

To help Alice adjust the volume or switch channels, use the following words:

• 🔊 «Alice, turn it up 20%»
• 📺 «Alice, switch to NTV»
• 🎵 «Alice, put the music on Xiaomi. TV» (Youtube Music or Yandex Music).

⏱️ Timers and schedules

You can program the automatic turn off of the TV or start the transmissions in time:

• 🕒 «Alice, turn off the TV at 23:00»
• 📅 «Alice, remind me to watch the news at 20:00 on Xiaomi TV»

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Create a script for “Movie Night” in Mi Home: One Alice team will turn on the TV, dim the lights and start the player.

🎮 Managing Games and Applications

On TVs with Google Play, you can run games and apps in voice:

• 🎮 «Alice, open Genshin Impact on your TV (if installed via Google Play).
• 📱 «Alice, show the camera from the street on Xiaomi TV» (If you have a smart camera Xiaomi).

Important: To run third-party apps (not preinstalled) you may need to enable the “Unknown Sources” option in your TV security settings.

7.Security: How to Protect Your TV from Random Commands

Voice control is convenient, but sometimes Alice can trigger extraneous sounds (for example, from advertising or conversations).

• 🔒 Turn off the voice assistant on the remote: Go to Settings → Voice control → Turn off the microphone on the remote.
• 🛡️ Configure Command Confirmation: In the Alice app, enable the Voice Confirmation option for critical actions (e.g., turning off the TV).
• 🏠 Create a separate room for the TV: In Mi Home, assign a specific room to the TV (like the Living Room) so Alice doesn't confuse it with other devices.

It is also useful to limit access to certain functions:

• 👶 Parental Controls: Block the launch of certain apps (like YouTube or Netflix) without the need to PIN-code.
• 💳 Shopping Restriction: Turn off Google Play voice purchases on TV.

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If there are children in the house, turn off the command "Alice, buy..." in the settings of the voice assistant to avoid accidental purchases.

8 Conclusion: Which Way to Choose

The choice of customization method depends on the model of your Xiaomi TV and your technical skills:

• 🆕 New Models (2020–2026): Direct integration via Mi Home is the easiest and most stable way to do this.
• 📺 Older models (2018–2019): customize using Google Assistant IFTTT.
• 🛠️ Advanced Users: Combine IFTTT s ADB-teams for maximum flexibility.

If nothing helps, consider buying additional devices:

• 📦 Xiaomi Mi Box S (~3 000 ₽) — Adds support for Google Assistant and Alice to any TV with HDMI.
• 🔌 Xiaomi's smart socket (~1 500 ₽) — Allows you to at least turn on/off the TV with your voice (but not control it completely).

Voice-controlled TVs are not just a convenience, but a step toward a true smart home. Start with a basic setup, then experiment with scripts. Over time, you can control not only the TV, but other Xiaomi devices with a single voice command.

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