How to connect Xiaomi TV to Yandex Station: 3 working methods + error solving

Why link Xiaomi TV to Yandex Station?

Voice TV control is no longer a luxury — with Yandex Station, you can switch channels, adjust volume or launch Netflix with a simple voice request. But not everyone knows that Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A2, P1, Q2 and others) support integration with Yandex speakers at the Yandex IoT protocol level.

✅ Control TV voice via Alice (turn on/off, switch signal sources).

✅ Use Yandex Station as an external speaker for a TV (via HDMI ARC or Bluetooth).

✅ Create smart home scripts (e.g., "Alice, turn on TV and launch YouTube").

However, there are nuances: not all Xiaomi TV models support direct integration with Yandex Station out of the box. In some cases, you will need to update your firmware or use workarounds. In this article, 3 proven ways to connect (including solutions for older models) and analyze typical errors.

Method 1: Connect via Wi-Fi and Yandex IoT (official method)

This is the most reliable way, but it only works for Xiaomi TVs with support for Yandex IoT protocol. Check the compatibility of your model in the table below:

If your model is on the list of compatible, follow the instructions:

1. Make sure that the TV and Yandex Station are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (guest networks are not supported!).
2. Open the Settings menu on TV → Smart Home → Add a device.
3. Select Yandex from the list of supported platforms.
4. Download the Yandex application to your smartphone (if not already installed) and log in.
5. In the app, go to Devices → Add → TV and follow the hints.

Critical note: if voice commands do not work after connecting, check the region of the Yandex account - it must coincide with the region of the TV (for example, "Russia").

TV and station on the same Wi-Fi network |

Yandex account is tied to the same region |

The latest firmware is installed on TV |

In the settings of TV included item "Smart home"-->

Method 2: Connect via HDMI ARC (for sound)

If your Xiaomi TV does not support Yandex IoT, but it has a HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) port, you can use Yandex Station as an external sound system. This is true for Mi TV 4S, 4A and others without built-in support for Alice.

You'll need:

• 🔌 HDMI- Cable (versions 1.4 or higher).
• 📺 A TV with a port HDMI ARC (usually signed as "ARC" or "eARC").
• 🔊 Yandex Station 2 or Max (Mini has no HDMI- entry!).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Yandex Station to your TV via the HDMI ARC port (it is usually marked separately on TV).
2. On the TV remote, press the Home button, then go to Settings → Sound → Out HDMI ARC.
3. Enable the ARC Control (or HDMI CEC) option.
4. On Yandex Stations say: "Alice, turn on TV mode."

If the sound is not transmitted:

• ⚡ Check that the cable supports ARC (cheap cables may not work).
• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 🔊 In the TV settings, select Sound Output: HDMI ARC (not Internal Speakers).

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If your Xiaomi TV does not have an HDMI ARC but has an optical output (TOSLINK), you can use Yandex Station Max with an optical adapter (sold separately).

Method 3: Bluetooth Connection (for older models)

If the first two methods don't work, then Bluetooth is the universal method, but with limitations.

• ✅ Works on all Xiaomi TV models (including Mi TV 3S, 4A).
• ❌ Sound delay (~200 ms), which is critical for movies and games.
• ❌ You can't control TV voice (sound only).

Instructions:

1. On the TV, go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn on device search.
2. On Yandex Station, say: "Alice, turn on Bluetooth."
3. In the list of found devices on TV, select your Station (the name will be YandexStation-XXXX type).
4. Confirm the pairing on both devices.

To reduce the latency of the sound:

• 🎵 In the TV settings, select Sound Mode: Game Mode (if any).
• 🔄 Turn off all sound effects (equalizer, virtualization).
• 📶 Make sure there are no interference sources nearby (microwaves, other Bluetooth devices).

Solving Typical Connection Problems

Even if you do everything according to the instructions, there may be errors.

1. Yandex Station does not find TV on the network

⚠️ Warning: If your router uses Client Isolation, the devices won't see each other. Turn this option off in the router settings.

Other reasons:

• 🌐 The TV and the Station are connected to different subnets (e.g., 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). Solution: connect both devices to the same frequency.
• 🔒 A firewall on TV is blocking the connection. Solution: temporarily disable it in Settings → Network → Firewall.
• 🔄 Outdated firmware. Solution: Update TV through Settings → About TV → Software Update.

2.Voice commands do not work after connection

Check it out.

• 🗣️ In the Yandex application on the smartphone, the rights to the microphone are open.
• 📍 The region of Yandex’s account is the same as the region of the TV (for example, both are “Russia”).
• 🔊 In the TV settings, the Smart Home → Voice control option is enabled.

3.Sound through HDMI ARC is interrupted or distorted

⚠️ Warning: If you use an extension cord HDMI or a splitter, it may not support ARC. Connect the cable directly!

Other reasons:

• 🔌 Faulty cable. Solution: Try another cable (preferably High Speed certified HDMI).
• 🔊 The TV settings have the wrong audio format. Solution: set PCM instead of Dolby Digital.
• 🔄 Conflict with other HDMI- devices. Solution: disconnect the other devices from the TV and check the sound.

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If the problem persists, reset the HDMI CEC settings on your TV: Settings → HDMI CEC → Reset.

How to manage Xiaomi TV through Alice: a list of voice commands

Once you have successfully connected, you can use the following commands (only when integrated via Yandex IoT):

If the team fails:

• 🗣️ Try paraphrasing (for example, instead of "turn on the TV" say "turn on Xiaomi TV").
• 🔄 Reboot Yandex Station (turn off power for 10 seconds).
• 📋 Check that the TV is displayed as "connected" in the Yandex app.

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Create a scene in the Yandex app to quickly launch your favorite content. For example: “Alice, turn on the movie” → TV turns on, Kion starts and pauses the film.

Alternative management: if nothing works

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support any of the methods described, consider these options:

1 Use of IR- blaster (for older models)

Some Yandex stations (such as Station 2) have an IR transmitter built in, and you can program it to simulate a TV remote:

1. Say, "Alice, add the remote."
2. Choose a Xiaomi brand and follow the setup instructions.
3. After setting up, use commands such as “Alice, turn on the TV via the remote”.

2. Connect via Google Assistant (for Android TV)

If your Xiaomi TV runs on Android TV (like Mi TV Q1), you can connect it to Google Home and then sync it to Yandex Station via Yandex Alice with Google Assistant skill.

3 Purchase of an external IR- blaster

Devices like the BroadLink RM4 Pro or Xiaomi Mi Remote allow you to control TV over Wi-Fi. They can be integrated with Yandex Station via Yandex Smart Home.

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IR- blasters work only within the line of sight of the TV (maximum 5-7 meters).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi TV to Yandex Station