Modern Honor smartphones, regardless of the operating system installed, and Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV or PatchWall are a powerful bundle for multimedia. Users often want to bring photos, videos, or even run a mobile game using a TV display. The process of synchronizing devices of one brand, such as Huawei and Honor TV, is usually automated, but cross-platform connection requires an understanding of the principles of data protocols.
In this article, we will discuss how to connect Honor to a Xiaomi TV using built-in system functions and third-party utilities. You do not need complex cables or adapters, since modern technologies allow you to organize a wireless bridge in seconds. We will look at the nuances of working with Google services and the features of the native shells of Magic UI.
The basis of a successful connection is the correct network setup. Most methods require that both devices be on the same local Wi-Fi network. If your router supports dual-band mode, make sure that the gadgets are connected to the same frequency (usually 5 GHz provides better stability when transmitting high-resolution video).
Preparation of equipment and network
Before setting up, you need to make sure that the network equipment is working correctly. Often users find that devices simply “can’t see” each other, this is because the smartphone is connected to the mobile Internet or a guest Wi-Fi network, and the TV operates in an isolated segment. Check the router settings and make sure that the AP Isolation function is turned off.
It’s also worth updating the software of both devices. On a Xiaomi TV, this is done through the Settings menu → About TV → System Update. For a Honor smartphone, the relevance of the firmware is checked in the Settings → System and Updates. Outdated Wi-Fi module drivers may not properly support modern video streaming standards.
⚠️ Note: If you use a guest Wi-Fi network, devices can be isolated from each other at the router level. TV single-network.
Connection stability is directly dependent on signal quality. If the router is far from the TV, use an Ethernet cable to connect the Smart TV to the network, leaving the Wi-Fi channel free for the smartphone, which will significantly reduce delays and artifacts when playing content.
Use of the built-in function "Wireless projection"
The fastest way to do this without additional software is to use Miracast technology. On Honor smartphones, this feature can be called Wireless Projection or Translation. Xiaomi TVs on Android TV also support this standard natively, although it can be hidden under the name “Miracast” on the menu or be accessed directly through device search.
To start the process, open the notification curtain on Honor and find the Screen Projection or Wireless Projection icon. If the icon is not available in quick access, go to Settings → Device Connections → Screen projection. The system will start looking for available displays. Your Xiaomi TV should appear on the list.
☑️ Checklist for connection via Miracast
Once you select a TV, you may see a request to confirm your connection. Use the Xiaomi remote to agree. The image from the Honor phone is duplicated on the big screen. It's important to understand that this mode broadcasts everything that happens on the smartphone display, including notifications and system sounds.
⚠️ Warning: When streaming via Miracast, the battery of the Honor smartphone discharges much faster. It is recommended to connect the phone to the charger while watching long videos.
Broadcasting via Google Home (Chromecast)
Because Xiaomi TVs run Android TVs, they have built-in support for Chromecast technology. Honor smartphones, even without Google services, can use apps that support this protocol, or the Google Home utility itself, if installed. This is a more modern and stable way than Miracast, especially for streaming videos from the Internet.
If your Honor has Google Services installed (GMS), make sure that the Google Home app is updated. Open it and in the main menu you will see a card of your Xiaomi TV. Click on it, then select the "Cast screen" button.
For users without a GMS, the situation is a little more complicated, but it is solvable. Many Smart TV apps, such as YouTube or Netflix, have a built-in "Translation" button (a rectangle icon with waves), and when you click on it in the app on the phone, it will find the Xiaomi TV on the network and start playback directly without loading the smartphone processor.
| Method | Quality. | Delay. | Battery consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miracast | High. | Low. | High-pitched |
| Chromecast | Maximum. | Minimum | Medium. |
| DLNA | Depends on the file. | Absent. | Low. |
What if Chromecast doesn’t find the TV?
Synchronization assistance applications
If standard methods are unstable or require Google services, specialized applications come to the rescue. One of the best solutions for connecting an Android smartphone and Android TV is the TV Cast or Web Video Caster app, which allows you to stream not only videos, but also browser content.
Install the app you select on your Honor smartphone from AppGallery or a third-party store. On a Xiaomi TV, download the appropriate Receiver app if you need it. Most of today's solutions are based on finding devices on the local network without installing software on your TV using the built-in Smart TV browser.
Another powerful tool is the LocalCast app, which works great with files stored in the phone's memory. You pick up a video file, the app analyzes its codec and sends a stream to the TV. Xiaomi TV acts as a renderer, which reduces the load on the phone.
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Use caster apps to play video formats that the TV's built-in player doesn't support. Honor's smartphone will take over decoding complex video.
When using third-party software, it is important to give them all the permissions they request, especially access to the local network and storage. Without this, the application will not be able to "see" the TV or files to play. Some antiviruses on Honor can block network scanning, so add the application to the exceptions.
Multimedia Transfers via DLNA
Protocol DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance is a classic way of transferring media files.It's perfect if you just need to show pictures from your birthday or run a downloaded movie without broadcasting the entire screen of your phone. DLNA-renderer.
On Honor, open the Gallery or any video player (such as the MX Player or VLC). Find the photo or video you want. In the control menu (usually three dots or an "still" icon), find Translation, DLNA or a TV icon. From the device list, select your Xiaomi TV.
The main difference between this method and screen projection is that the TV reads the file itself over the network, so you can lock the phone screen, put it on charge, and the video will go, and this saves energy and allows you to use the phone for other tasks while you're watching.
⚠️ Attention: Protocol DLNA It does not support broadcasting of the sound of the system notifications of the phone. the sound will come only from the streamed video file through the speakers of the TV.
Solving Connection Problems
Despite the simplicity of technology, there are occasional crashes. If Honor can't see Xiaomi TV, the first thing to do is reboot both devices. This clears the cache of network modules and resets the hung search services. Also try to disable the VPN on your phone if it's active, as it changes the network path and hides the device from the local network.
Sound problems (video coming and no sound) are often solved by switching audio output. Honor projection mode can be output to the phone. Press volume and select output to Bluetooth or HDMI (in this case, Wi-Fi display) and sometimes it helps to change the screen resolution in the projection settings.
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Rebooting the router solves 90% of device detection problems on the local network by updating the ARP and DHCP-leases tables.
If the image twitches or is low resolution, check the Wi-Fi channel loading. Downloading files on other devices or microwaves can cause interference. In router settings, try forcefully switching the Wi-Fi channel to a less busy one or using the 5 GHz band, which is less prone to interference.