How to connect a Xiaomi Mi TV to Alice: full instructions with photos and tips

Voice assistant Alice from Yandex has long ceased to be exclusive to speakers and smartphones. Today he knows how to control smart appliances, including TVs Xiaomi Mi. TV, But how do you set up this interaction so that Alice listens to the commands the first time? In this article, we'll look at all the steps from model compatibility to solving typical problems.

Many users have difficulty connecting: the TV doesn't show up in the list of devices, Alice doesn't recognize commands or the connection is constantly broken, the reasons are rooted in the wrong network settings, outdated firmware or conflict of accounts, and we'll take a detailed look at each step so you can avoid these errors and configure everything the first time.

What are the Xiaomi Mi models? TV support Alice?

Not all Xiaomi TVs are compatible with voice assistant, the main requirement is the presence of built-in support for Yandex IoT (Internet of Things from Yandex) or the ability to install the Yandex application from Mi. TV App Store.Here's the current list of supported series (for 2026):

• 📺 Mi TV 5 (all modifications including Pro and Pro) OLED)
• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2/Q2Q (firmware MIUI TV 3.0 newer)
• 📺 Mi TV A2/A2 Pro (required to update to the latest version of the software)
• 📺 Mi TV P1/P1E (box-back)
• 📺 Mi TV ES 2022/2023 (pre-installed Yandex app)

If your model is not included in the list, check it on the official website of Yandex IoT. TV 4S In 2018, Alice may not be supported due to hardware or firmware restrictions, and then the only alternative is to connect via an external speaker with Alice (as discussed below).

Important: even if your TV is on the list, for the full work of Alice requires firmware at least below. MIUI TV 3.2.140 You can check the version in the Settings menu → On TV. → Software version: If your version is outdated, update it before setting up.

Preparing the TV for connection

Before linking Xiaomi Mi TV With Alice, you have to follow a few mandatory steps, and if you skip them, you run the risk of synchronization errors or unstable voice assistant.

Connect your TV to the Internet via Wi-Fi (not cable!)

Update the firmware to the latest version

Install the application "Yandex" from Mi TV App Store

Log in to Yandex account on TV

Turn it off. VPN Proxy servers (they block the IoT connection)-->

The first thing you need to do is to ensure a stable Internet connection. Alice works through the Yandex cloud, so the TV must be connected to Wi-Fi (wired connection is not supported for IoT devices). → Network → Network status: If speeds are below 5 Mbps, we recommend reconnecting to a more powerful network.

Next, update the firmware.

1. Open Settings → About TV → Update system.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If a new version is available, confirm the installation and wait for the reboot.

After the update, install the official Yandex application from the Mi store. TV App Store. Not only is it for voice control, but it's also for synchronization with the Yandex ecosystem. Launch the app and log in to your account (if you don't have one, sign up). Use the same account as you would on your smartphone or Alice speaker, which will make it easier to set up further.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting to Alice

Now, the most important thing is to connect the TV to the voice assistant, and it takes no more than 5 minutes if you've done the training correctly.

Method 1: Through the Yandex app on the TV

1. Open the Yandex app on Xiaomi Mi TV.

Method 2: Through the application Yandex on a smartphone

1. Install the Yandex application on your smartphone (Android/iOS).
2. Open the section of the Smart Home → Add the device → Television.
3. Choose Xiaomi and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. The TV will have a connection request – confirm it.

Once you've successfully connected, the TV will appear in the list of devices in the Yandex app, and you can now control it with your voice through Alice, for example, say, "Alice, turn on the TV in the living room," or "Alice, set on Mi." TV Channel One".

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If Alice doesn’t recognize the name of the TV (for example, she says “I don’t know this device”), rename it in the Yandex app. → Settings → Device name and enter a simple name, such as "Living Room" or "MiTV".

Voice Control Settings: Which Commands Are Supported?

Alice can run more than 50 commands to control Xiaomi Mi TV, But not all of them are documented. We've compiled a complete list of working voice commands. MIUI TV 3.5):

If Alice doesn't follow the command, check:

• 🔊 Is the TV in the Yandex app correctly named (without spaces and special symbols).
• 📶 Internet connection stability (Wi-Fi should operate at 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency).
• 🔄 The relevance of firmware (on outdated versions, some commands may not work).

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

Even with the right setup, there can be failures. TOP-5 Problems and ways to resolve them, based on user feedback from forums 4PDA and Mi Community.

⚠️ Warning: If Alice says "Device is not responding" after you're connected, but the TV is on, check the power saving settings. → Power saving disable the option Deep sleep mode – it blocks background connections.

Problem 1: The TV is not displayed in the list of Yandex devices.

• 🔄 Restart the TV and router.
• 📱 Make sure that one Yandex account is used on your TV and smartphone.
• 🛠️ In the settings of the TV, check if the switch is on Smart Home → Yandex IoT.

Problem 2: Alice turns on the TV, but doesn't switch channels.

• 📡 Check if the TV is connected to the antenna or IPTV.
• 🔍 Update the channel list in the Settings menu → Channels → Auto-tuning.
• 🗣️ Clarify the channel name: instead of "Enable TNT" say "Enable TNT channel".

Problem 3: Voice commands are delayed.

• 📶 Reconnect the TV to Wi-Fi at 5GHz (if the router supports it).
• 🔌 Disable other devices that consume traffic (torrents, online games).
• 🔄 In the router settings, enable traffic prioritization (QoS) for MAC-TV address.

Problem 4: After the firmware update, Alice stopped working.

• 🔄 Remove the TV from the list of devices in the Yandex application and connect again.
• 📥 Reinstall the Yandex app on your TV.
• 📧 Write in support of Yandex IoT (link), specifying the model of the TV and the firmware version.

Problem 5: Alice says, "This TV is not supported."

• 🔍 Check the TV model in the list of supported (see the first section of the article).
• 📅 If your model is outdated, try an alternative way to connect via Yandex Station or Yandex Column (instruction below).

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If none of these methods helped, try resetting the TV to factory settings (Settings). → On TV. → Reset settings. After reset, repeat all the adjustment steps from scratch.

Alternative ways to connect to outdated models

If you have a Xiaomi Mi TV Does not support direct integration with Alice (e.g. Mi) TV 4A or Mi TV 4S 2018), you can use workarounds, they're less convenient, but you can control the TV with your voice.

Method 1: Through Yandex Station or Yandex Column

This will require:

• 📻 Smart column with Alice (Yandex Station, Yandex Column or Yandex Mini).
• 📱 Application Yandex on a smartphone.
• 🔌 Xiaomi Mi Remote Controller (or any universal remote with IoT support).

Instructions:

1. Connect the IR remote to the Mi Home app.
2. Add the remote as a device in Yandex Smart home through the Other devices section → Xiaomi.
3. Configure commands in the Yandex application by linking them to the remote buttons.

Now Alice will send signals to the remote control, and that will control the TV. 2-3 seconds.

Method 2: Through Home Assistant + Xiaomi Mi plugin TV

This is a solution for advanced users.

• 🖥️ Installed Home Assistant on PC or Raspberry Pi.
• 🔧 Xiaomi Mi plugin TV (set up HACS).
• 🔗 Integration with Yandex IoT through Yandex Smart Home.

You can find detailed instructions on the official Home Assistant website, which offers maximum flexibility but requires technical skills.

Security and Privacy: What You Need to Know

Connecting Xiaomi Mi TV And to Alice, you're transferring some of the data to the Yandex cloud. Here's what it's going to do and how to control it:

• 📡 Command Logs: Yandex stores the history of voice queries (can be deleted in account settings).
• 📺 Device status: Information about turning on/off the TV, current channel or application.
• 📍 Location: Television binding to the room (indicated when setting up in a Smart Home).

To limit data collection:

1. Open the Yandex application on your smartphone.
2. Go to Profile → Settings → Privacy.
3. Turn off the options Voice Request History and Personalization of Recommendations.
4. In the settings of the TV (Settings) → Accounts and security) disable Diagnostic Data.

⚠️ Note: If you use one Yandex account on multiple devices (smartphone, speaker, TV), Alice may get confused in commands. For example, the phrase "Put music on" will turn it on simultaneously on the TV and the speaker. To avoid this, specify the device: "Put music on the TV".

We also recommend:

• 🔐 Use a complex password for Yandex account (with two-level authentication).
• 📵 Turn off the microphone on the TV when it is not in use (in the Settings menu) → Confidentiality).
• 🔄 Regularly check the list of connected devices in Yandex Smart Home and remove unknown devices.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions