How to connect Alice to a Xiaomi TV via Wi-Fi: full instructions with nuances

Why to connect Alice to Xiaomi TV and what it gives

Voice assistant Alice from Yandex has long ceased to be exclusive to smartphones and smart speakers. 2021 It can be integrated into Xiaomi TVs (including Mi models) TV 4S/5S, Redmi Smart TV Xiaomi TV A Pro, turning them into full-fledged smart home control centers, and the main advantage of this connection is the ability to control TV voice without a remote control: switch channels, adjust volume, launch YouTube or Kinion, and control other Xiaomi devices (lamps, robot vacuum cleaners, air conditioners) through a single interface.

But there's a caveat: the official support for Alice in Xiaomi firmware is not perfect, depending on the TV model and version. MIUI TV The connection process may differ - somewhere enough a couple of clicks, and somewhere you will have to manually configure API In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to connect Alice to a Xiaomi TV via Wi-Fi, including solving typical errors such as “Device not found” or “No response from the server».

Before you start, check out two key conditions:

• 📶 Your TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as a smartphone/tablet with the installed Yandex app (or a column with Alice).
• 🔄 On TV installed the current version of the firmware (how to check – read in the section “Television preparation»).

Preparation of Xiaomi TV: compatibility check and software update

Not all Xiaomi TVs support Alice out of the box.Official feature available for models based on the MIUI TV 3.0 and later, released after 2020, below is a compatibility table with the regions of sales (important, since firmware for China and Europe / Russia differ):

If your model is not in the table, it does not mean that the connection is impossible. TV 3 successfully integrate Alice through third-party applications like Yandex Launcher (more on this in the section "Alternative methods»).

Step 1 Verification of the version MIUI TV

1. Open the settings → About TV → version of MIUI TV.
2. If version is below 3.0, update the firmware: Settings → Updating the system → Check for updates.

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If the TV doesn't find updates, try resetting the cache: Settings → Annexes → Application management → System applications → Update of the PO → Clear the cache.

Step 2: Reset the network settings (if Alice doesn't connect)

Sometimes the problem lies in conflict. IP-To eliminate this factor:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi.
2. Select your network, click “Forget”.
3. Connect again by entering the password.

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Xiaomi TVs with firmware for the Chinese market (for example, models with suffixes) CN) Yandex servers may be blocked, in which case you will need to change the firmware region or use the software. VPN.

Method 1: Connect Alice through the official application of Yandex

This is the easiest and most recommended method if your TV supports Alice at firmware level.

• 📱 Smartphone with Yandex application installed (version 23.0 and higher).
• 🔌 TV and smartphone should be on the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔑 Yandex account (if not, register in advance).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the TV and go to Settings → Smart home. → Voice Assistant (or Settings) → Devices → Alice, depending on the model).
2. Select “Add Alice” or “Connect Voice Assistant”.
3. It'll appear on screen. QR-Don't close it!
4. On your smartphone, open the Yandex application, go to the Devices section (the house icon in the lower menu).
5. Click "Add device» → «Television» → «Xiaomi».
6. Scan it. QR-If the camera is not working, enter the code manually (it is displayed under the QR).
7. Confirm the connection on the TV and in the app.

After successful synchronization, Alice will appear in the list of devices in the Yandex app. You can now control the TV with your voice through a speaker or directly from your smartphone.

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The TV is displayed in the list of devices in the Yandex application|

Voice commands (e.g., “Enable YouTube”) are executed|

In the settings of TV there was a point "Alice»-->

Method 2: Manual connection through API Yandex (for experienced users)

If the official method did not work (for example, due to Chinese firmware or an older version) MIUI TV), You can connect Alice via Yandex IoT API. This method requires minimal knowledge of working with ADB The terminal, but gives full control over the integration.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer installed ADB (Installation instructions - here).
• 🔌 USB-cable to connect TV to PC (or Wi-Fi access via PC) ADB over network).
• 📄 Token from Yandex IoT (you can get in the personal account of the developer Yandex).

Instructions:

1. Turn on the developer mode on the TV: Settings → On TV. → Click 7 times on the item "Version" MIUI TV» After that, a menu for developers will appear.
2. Activate Debugging on USB Debugging over the network (if you connect without a cable).
3. Connect the TV to your PC and execute the command to check the connection: adb devices If the device is displayed, move on.
4. Install. APK-Yandex Launcher (download here): adb install yandex_launcher.apk
5. Launch Yandex Launcher on your TV and log in to your Yandex account.
6. In the launcher settings, activate the option “Integration with Alice”.

Important: After installation, Yandex Launcher may conflict with native launcher MIUI TV. To avoid crashes, set it as the default launcher in your TV settings.

Method 3: Connecting through a smart speaker with Alice

If you already have a smart speaker (Yandex Station, Yandex Mini or Yandex Module), it can be used as an intermediary for controlling your TV, which works even on Xiaomi models that do not support direct integration with Alice.

How to set up:

1. Make sure that the speaker and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open the Yandex application on your smartphone, go to the Devices section.
3. Click "Add device» → «Television» → «Other TV».
4. Select the Xiaomi model from the list (if not, select “Other”).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen: the application will prompt you to enter IP-TV address (you can find it in Settings) → Network → Network status).
6. Confirm the connection on the TV (a request for control permission may appear).

You can now give voice commands to the column, for example:

• 🎬 Alice, turn on Netflix on your TV.
• 🔊 «Alice, turn the volume on the TV 50%»
• 🔍 «Alice, find the movie Brother on YouTube“»

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If the column doesn’t find the TV, try manually pointing it. IP-Address in the device settings in the Yandex app, also check that the TV has protocol enabled. DLNA (Settings → Network → DLNA).

Solving Common Mistakes When Connecting Alice

Even with accurate follow-up, users often encounter problems, and the following are the most common mistakes and ways to fix them.

⚠️ Warning: If you see a message that says "Device not supported" when you connect, check the TV's firmware region. Chinese versions (CN) Replacement of the region with a global or EEA (Europe).

If none of these methods helped, try resetting the TV to factory settings (Settings). → System system → Resetting: This will delete all data, but often solves problems with integrating third-party services.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with firmware for the Chinese market (CN ROM) Alice may be unstable due to restrictions GFW (In this case, the only solution is firmware for the global version (see the instructions on the forums). 4PDA or XDA Developers).

Alternative methods: if nothing works

If the official ways don't work, there are workarounds, which are less convenient, but allow you to control the TV with your voice.

Method 1: Use of Google Assistant + IFTTT

If you have a Google Home speaker or a smartphone with Google Assistant, you can configure integration through the service. IFTTT:

1. Create an account on IFTTT.
2. Connect Google Assistant and Yandex IoT services.
3. Create an applet with a trigger «OK Google Turn on TV and Send Team to Alice».

Method 2: Installation of Tasker on Android TV

For advanced users: if your Xiaomi TV has Android installed TV (not MIUI TV), You can automate your commands through Tasker:

• Install Tasker and AutoVoice plugin.
• Create a profile that will catch voice commands and send them to the TV via the ADB.

Method 3: Buying an External Module

If software methods are not suitable, consider buying external devices:

• 🎤 Yandex Module (connects to TV via TV) HDMI-CEC And adds Alice's support).
• 📦 Xiaomi Mi Box S (Android console) TV and pre-established by Alice).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Alice to Xiaomi TV