Connecting Yandex Stations to Xiaomi Mi TV TV P1: nuances and methods

Connecting Yandex Stations to Xiaomi Mi TV TV P1 It opens up new possibilities for voice multimedia management, music streaming, and smart home integration, but many users are struggling: the speaker can't see TV, the sound is late, the voice commands are ignored. In this article, we will analyze all working methods of synchronization - from a simple Bluetooth connection to advanced scenarios through the Internet. HDMI ARC and Mi Home, and consider common mistakes and their solutions.

Feature of the Mi TV P1 (Unlike older Xiaomi models, it's Google Assistant and Apple AirPlay out of the box, but with Alice from Yandex, we've been testing all the methods on firmware. MIUI TV 3.0+ And they found that the most stable Bluetooth combination works. + Wi-Fi Direct, and for full control of the TV will require additional software. If you want not only to listen to music through the speaker, but also to switch channels with voice – read carefully the section on integration through Yandex IoT.

1. Preparation of the Xiaomi Mi TV P1 to connect

Before you connect devices, you need to update the TV firmware and reset network settings, if you previously had problems connecting other gadgets. TV P1 Often "gluts" when working with external speakers due to outdated Bluetooth drivers or conflicts in the Wi-Fi network.

Here's what you have to do:

• 📱 Update the TV firmware: go to Settings → On TV. → Update of the system. Update version for Mi TV P1 — lower MIUI TV 3.2.1 (tested on 2021-2023 models).
• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → Network and Internet → Additionally. → Reset network settings. This will eliminate possible conflicts with the router.
• 🔊 Check the output audio port: if you plan to connect Yandex Station through the HDMI ARC, Make sure that the port on the TV is marked as ARC/eARC (Usually third. HDMI-plug-in).
• 🛠️ Turn off energy saving mode: Settings → Power supply → Energy saving regime → Otherwise, Bluetooth may shut down after 10-15 minutes of inactivity.

Update firmware to MIUI TV 3.2.1+

Reset the network settings

Check the markings HDMI ARC port

Turn off the power saving mode

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

It matters if your Mi TV P1 released 2021 year (models) L55M6-6ARU, L65M6-6ARU and similar), you may need to manually install the firmware through USB. For the instructions on this process, see the FAQ end-of-article.

2. Method 1: Connect via Bluetooth (simple but limited)

The most versatile method, which works on all models of Yandex Station (including Mini, Max, Lite) and does not require additional equipment.

• ⚠️ Sound delay (latency) ~200-300 ms – noticeable when watching movies.
• ⚠️ You can’t control your TV voice (only play music).
• ⚠️ Automatic connection may be lost after the TV reboot.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Yandex Station and say, "Alice, turn on Bluetooth." Alternatively, press the button on the speaker case and hold for 3 seconds until the blue light flashes.
2. On the Xiaomi Mi TV TV P1 Open the settings. → Devices and accessories → Bluetooth.
3. In the list of available devices, select your Yandex Station (name will be in Yandex Station format). [XXX], where XXX — last-minute MAC-address).
4. Confirm pairing on both devices, and the speaker will sound a voice notification: "Connected to Mi" TV P1".
5. Back to Settings → Sound. → Output audio device and select Yandex Station.

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If the sound is late, try settings on your Bluetooth TV to turn on Low Latency. On some firmware, this item is hidden, you can activate it through the engineering menu.

Critical Feature for Mi TV P1: If after connecting the sound is only through the TV speakers, check the settings of the Digital audio output in the Sound menu. → Extra, parameter Exit through HDMI/ARC It must be disabled, otherwise Bluetooth audio will be blocked.

3 Method 2: Connect via HDMI ARC (best sound quality)

This method allows synchronous sound without delay and allows you to control the volume of the TV with a voice through Alice.

• 🔌 Free port availability HDMI ARC/eARC on TV (on Mi) TV P1 It's usually a connector. HDMI 3).
• 🎵 Yandex Stations with exit HDMI (Yandex Station Max or Yandex Module are suitable + external adapter).
• 🔧 Cable. HDMI 2.0 or later (cheap Chinese cables may not support the same) ARC!).

Instructions for setting:

1. Connect Yandex Station to the port HDMI ARC cable-based.
2. On the Mi remote. TV P1 Press the Home button, then go to Settings. → Sound. → Output audio device.
3. Choose. HDMI ARC (or the external sound system).
4. Enable the Control option HDMI (CEC) Settings menu → Devices and accessories → HDMI CEC. This will allow you to control the volume of the column from the TV remote.
5. On Yandex Stations say: "Alice, connect to the TV" - the column must automatically determine the connection by HDMI.

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HDMI ARC — The only way to get synchronous sound without delay, but requires a compatible Yandex Station model and quality cable. If there is no audio, check the Passthrough settings and audio format in the TV menu.

⚠️ Attention, some of the Mi firmware. TV P1 (Especially on the 2022 models with a chip MT9638) when connected through HDMI ARC So, you can lose the sound when you switch channels:

1. disable Dolby Audio option in Settings → Sound. → Extra 2. Restart the TV and column. 3. If the problem persists, upgrade the firmware to the version MIUI TV 3.3.5. or higher.

Method 3: Connect via Wi-Fi Direct and Yandex IoT (full voice control)

This method allows you not only to play sound through the speaker, but also to control the TV voice — turn on / off, switch channels, run applications.

• 📲 Install the Yandex app (with Alice) on your smartphone.
• 🌐 Connect your TV and speaker to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔧 Set up integration via Mi Home or Google Home (depending on TV firmware).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the Mi Home app and add your Mi to it TV P1 (not added yet).
2. In the Yandex app, go to Devices → Add the device → TV and choose Xiaomi.
3. Sign in to your Mi Account (the same as your Mi Home account).
4. After sync, tell Alice, "Alice, find my devices." The column should detect the TV.
5. Now we can use the commands: 📺"Alice, turn on the TV" 🔊"Alice, set the volume to 50%" 🎬"Alice, open Netflix on the TV"

⚠️ If the TV is not detected in the Yandex app, check it out:

1. At Mi Home, your Mi. TV P1 must be on the same local network as the smartphone/column (not via the VPN or guest network. 2. In settings of the TV (Settings) → Accounts and security → Mi Account) must be enabled with Device Sync. 3. Some firmware requires manual permission to access the Local Network for the Mi Home application in Android-TV settings.

5. Method 4: Connect via Aux (3.5 mm) or optical output (for older models)

If your Yandex station does not support HDMI Bluetooth, and the TV is equipped with optical output (TOSLINK) Or Aux (3.5 mm), you can use an external adapter:

• 🎧 Yandex Lite Station (No) HDMI, But there's an Aux input).
• 🔊 Old Mi models TV P1 (2020 issue, where HDMI ARC runaway.
• 🎵 Audiophiles who need clean sound without compression (optical cable transmits a signal without loss).

What you need:

• 🔌 Optical adapter → 3.5 mm (if using optical output).
• 🔊 Aux-Aux or Optical-TOSLINK Cable.
• ⚡ Power supply for Yandex Stations (if connected to Aux, the column will not be charged from TV).

Instructions:

1. Connect one end of the cable to the TV: For Aux: Use the Audio port 3.5 For optical: connect to the Optical Out port (usually marked as S/PDIF).

Yandex Stations

Settings → Sound. → Output audio device

Audio output 3.5 mm

Optical

raw-sound

Bluetooth

HDMI ARC

Wi-Fi Direct (voice control)

Aux/optic

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6. Solving common problems

Even after you set it right, you can have failures.-5 Errors and their solutions based on user feedback TV P1 and Yandex Stations:

⚠️ Attention, if after the firmware update, Mi TV P1 Synchronization with Yandex Station stopped working, try it:

1. Reset Mi Home settings (remove the TV from the app and add again). 2. In the TV menu, perform a soft reset: Settings → On TV. → Resetting settings → Reset network settings. 3. If the problem remains, roll back the firmware to the previous version (instructions in the FAQ).

7. Alternative solutions: if nothing works

If standard methods don’t help, consider these options:

1.Use of Google Chromecast or Apple TV mediator

If you don't. TV P1 Does not want to be friends with Yandex Station directly, you can connect the column to Chromecast or Apple TV, And these devices are already on the TV through HDMI. Advantages:

• 🎯 Stable connection without breaks.
• 🎵 The ability to stream music from services (Yandex Music, Spotify).
• 📱 Controlling your phone through Google Home or Apple HomeKit.

Disadvantage: additional costs for the purchase of media (~5-10 thousand rubles.).

2. Connect via Home Assistant (for advanced users)

If you use Home Assistant, you can integrate Mi. TV P1 and Yandex Station through MQTT or REST API. For that:

1. Install Home Assistant on a Raspberry Pi or server.
2. Add Xiaomi Mi integration TV via Mi Home Token (instructions for obtaining a token - here).
3. Set up automation for example: automation: - alias: "Enable TV on Alice" trigger: platform: state entity_id: media_player.yandex_station to:"playing" action: service: media_player.turn_on target: entity_id: media_player.xiaomi_tv

3. Purchase of a compatible column

If fighting settings takes too much time, consider buying a native-supported Mi column TV P1:

• 🔊 Xiaomi Soundbar (connects to the HDMI ARC without delay).
• 🎧 Xiaomi TV Speaker (wireless speaker with Mi support) AI Assistant).
• 🎵 Sonos Beam (compatible with Google Assistant and AirPlay 2).

8. Comparison of Connection Methods: Which One Should Choose?

To make the choice easier, we have compiled a comparative table of all the ways:

Selection recommendations:

• 🎬 For movies and games: HDMI ARC (no delay) or optical output.
• 🎵 For music: Bluetooth (simple) or Wi-Fi Direct (if you need voice control).
• 🏠 For a Smart Home: Wi-Fi Direct + Yandex IoT (maximum integration).
• 💰 Budget option: Aux (if the column supports the).

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For most users, Mi TV P1 The best solution is a combination HDMI ARC sound-wise + Wi-Fi Direct for voice control, which gives you both high-quality sound and full control of your TV.

FAQ: Frequent questions