Connecting Xiaomi TV to a Smart Home: A Complete Guide with Expert Tips

Xiaomi TVs (Mi series) TV A2, P1, Q2 And others are not just content viewers, but full-fledged smart home nodes that can interact with other gadgets in the ecosystem, but many users are having difficulty integrating TV into smart automation. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting – from basic synchronization with Mi Home to advanced scenarios with Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit (through workaround solutions).

The peculiarity of Xiaomi TVs is that they work on Android. TV It's a proprietary PatchWall shell, which opens up a lot of customization, but it's also a factor that creates some additional challenges, like not all models support direct integration with the Mi Home without additional manipulation. We tested all methods on the current firmware of 2026 and identified those that work stably.

1.Preparing Xiaomi TV for Smart Home Integration

Before connecting TV to the ecosystem, there are several critical steps that need to be taken, and skipping at least one of them can lead to the inability to detect the device by smart home applications or unstable operation.

One, upgrade your TV firmware to the latest version. → On TV. → Update: Up-to-date software for 2022-2026 models (e.g. Mi) TV Q2 75′′ contain fixes for Mi Home and Google Home. If the update is not available through the menu, download the firmware from the official Xiaomi website and install it manually through the menu. USB.

Make sure your TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz)

Disable VPN on Smartphone and TV

Enable the function "Allow remote control" in the settings of TV

Check that the latest update of the Mi app is installed on the smartphone Home/Google Home-->

Second, activate the developer mode on the TV, which will be required for some integration methods (e.g., via a computer). ADB). To enable it, go to Settings. → About TV and Quickly Press 7 Times on Android Version TV. After that, the menu will appear section For developers, where you need to enable debugging by USB and Debugging over the network.

⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2020 (e.g. Mi) TV 4S 55), it may not support integration with Mi Home via standard protocols, in which case you will need to use Google Home or third-party solutions such as Home Assistant.

Method 1: Connect via the Mi Home app (official method)

The easiest and most reliable way to integrate is to use the Mi Home app (now Mi Home Lite for some regions), which is suitable for most Mi models. TV, The main condition is that the TV and smartphone must be linked to the same Xiaomi account.

Instructions for connection:

1. Open the Mi Home app on your smartphone and log in.
2. Press + → Add the device.
3. Select the category Televisions and Projectors.
4. In the list, find a model of your TV (for example, Mi). TV P1 65").
5. Follow the instructions on the screen: the app will automatically detect TV on the local network.

If the TV is not there, try the following:

• 🔄 Restart your router – sometimes the problem lies in network settings.
• 📱 Remove the cache of the Mi Home app in the smartphone settings.
• 🔌 Connect your TV to the network via Ethernet cable – this eliminates Wi-Fi issues.

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If your TV doesn’t appear in the Mi Home’s list of supported devices, try choosing the Mi model. TV 4S — This often works for newer TVs due to backward compatibility.

Method 2: Integration with Google Home and Google Assistant

If you’re using the Google ecosystem, connecting a Xiaomi TV to Google Home will open up voice control capabilities via Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa (via Google Home Routines). TV, including Mi TV A2 Redmi Smart TV.

Connection algorithm:

1. Make sure that the Google Home app is installed on your TV (download it from the Play Market if it is not available).
2. Open Google Home on your smartphone and click + → Set up the device → New device.
3. Select the option to set up new devices in your home.
4. The app will start looking for the devices. When it finds the TV, confirm the connection.
5. Tie the TV to a room (such as the Living Room) for easy control.

Once connected, you can use voice commands:

• 🎤 "Okay, Google, turn on the TV in the living room"
• 🔊 "Okay, Google, set the volume to 50% on the Mi. TV"
• 📺 "Okay, Google, switch to Netflix on TV"
• 🔘 "Google, turn off the TV in 30 minutes"

⚠️ Note: Some features (such as switching channels or running specific apps) may not work if the TV uses a PatchWall shell instead of a standard Android TV. In this case, it will help to reset the shell settings to the factory.

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Method 3: Manage through Home Assistant (for advanced users)

If you use Home Assistant to manage your smart home, Xiaomi TV can be integrated through a smart home. ADB It's a technique that requires technical skills, but it offers the maximum automation possibilities.

To connect via ADB:

1. Make sure that the TV is enabled Debugging over the network (see section 1).
2. Install Home Assistant on a server (such as Raspberry Pi).
3. Add the following code to the configuration.yaml file:

androidtv:


- host: 192.168.1.100 # Replace your TV with IP




name: Mi TV Q2




adbkey: "/config/androidtv/adbkey"

1. Generate the adbkey key using the adb pair command 192.168.1.100:5555 (where) IP — address).
2. Reboot Home Assistant.

For models that support Miio protocol (e.g. Mi) TV 4A), add to the config:

miio:


devices:




- host: 192.168.1.100




Token: YOUR_MIIO_TOKEN # Get the token through the Mi Home Sniffer app




name: Mi TV 4A

5. Solving common connection problems

Even with accurate follow-up, users often encounter errors, and we've collected the most common problems and fixes that we've tested on real devices.

Problem 1: The TV is not detected in Mi Home or Google Home.

• 🔌 Check the network connection: TV and smartphone should be on the same subnet. If you use a firewall or guest network, turn them off.
• 🔄 Restart the router: Sometimes DHCP-The router server does not issue the correct IP-address.
• 📵 Disable Ad Blockers: Apps like AdGuard or Pi-hole can block Mi Home requests.

Problem 2: Voice commands don’t work through Google Assistant.

• 🗣️ Check the Assistant Language: The TV must be configured in the same language as the Google Assistant (e.g. Russian or English).
• 🔊 Update the Android app TV: Go to the Play Market on your TV and update all system apps.

Problem 3: Home Assistant Cannot Connect ADB.

• 🖥️ Check it out. IP-Address: Make sure that IP The TV has not changed (set up static). IP router).
• 🔑 Update the key. ADB: If you reset your TV settings, the old key will stop working.
• 🛠️ Enable Safe Debugging: In the developer settings, activate the option to Allow debugging only from these computers and add IP your server.

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If the Xiaomi TV doesn’t connect in any way, check if it’s blocked by an antivirus or firewall on the router. MAC-TV addresses on the exclusion list.

6. Creating automation scenarios with a TV

Integrating a TV into a smart home opens up possibilities for creating automatic scripts, such as:

• 🌅 "Movie mode: When you start Netflix on the TV automatically turns off the main lighting and turn on LED tapes for TV.
• 🛌 "Good night': Voice command turns off TV, air conditioning and turns on smart lamp in bedroom.
• 🏠 "Home no one: When all family members leave, the TV turns off and security cameras are activated.
• 🎮 "Game mode": When connecting the gamepad to the TV, the low latency mode is turned on and notifications are turned off.

To create scripts in Mi Home:

1. Open the application and go to the Automation section.
2. Click + → Add automation.
3. Select If and specify a trigger (for example, the TV is on).
4. In the To block... add actions for other devices (lamps, sockets, etc.).
5. Save the script and test it out.

In Google Home, scripts are customized through the Routines section, for example, you can create an Evening Theater routine that:

1. Turns on the TV and launches YouTube.
2. It sets the brightness of smart lamps by 30%.
3. It's got a smart socket with a fan.

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For more flexible scenarios, use IFTTT (For example, you can set a notification to your smartphone if the TV is running for more than 3 hours in a row (useful for monitoring children's time).

7. Security and privacy when connecting

Integrating a TV into a smart home raises data security concerns, with Xiaomi TVs collecting information about viewing, connected devices, and even voice commands to minimize the risks:

Privacy settings on the TV:

• 🔒 Turn off data collection: Go to Settings → Confidentiality → Data collection and advertising and deactivate all options.
• 🎤 Limit the microphone access: In Settings → Devices → Microphones turn off access for unnecessary applications.
• 📡 Use Guest Network: Connect your TV to a separate Wi-Fi network not associated with the main devices.

Security of a Smart Home:

• 🔐 Two-factor authentication: Enable 2FA for Xiaomi and Google account.
• 🌐 Update your firmware: Check for updates for your TV and router regularly.
• 🛡️ Disable Remote Access: In Mi Home settings, disable device management from outside your network.

⚠️ Note: If you use an open-access Home Assistant from the internet, never store Miio tokens or keys. ADB Use secrets (secrets.yaml) to encrypt them.

8. Alternative ways of managing (without a smart home)

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support smart home integration (e.g., older Mi models) TV 3 or Mi TV 4) alternative management methods may be used:

Annex Mi Remote:

• Download the official Mi Remote app on your smartphone.
• Add the TV to the list of devices (you will need to connect to one Wi-Fi network).
• Use your smartphone as a remote with advanced features (such as voice input).

2. Smart remotes (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) TV Master):

• Buy a smart remote with voice control.
• Connect it to the TV via Bluetooth.
• Set up voice commands through the remote app.

3. Infrared hubs (e.g. BroadLink) RM4 Pro):

• Connect the hub to the smart home system.
• "Train" his commands to your TV remote.
• Control TV via Mi Home, Google Home or Home Assistant.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi TV to a smart home