How to control the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi through Marusya

The introduction of smart technology into everyday life is no longer a fantasy, becoming the standard of modern housing. Robot vacuum cleaners from Xiaomi are leading the market due to their reliability and functionality, but their full potential is only realized when integrated into a single ecosystem.

VK's Marusya voice assistant allows you to control cleaning equipment without using a smartphone. You no longer have to search for an app or press buttons on the device body. You just say a command, and the smart home will follow your instructions.

In this article, we'll explore how devices pair, configure scripts, and solve typical problems, and you'll learn how to start cleaning, send the device back to base, and check battery status with your voice, and make interaction with the technology as comfortable as possible.

Preparation of equipment and accounts for integration

Before you connect Xiaomi and Marusya, you need to make sure that the basic systems work correctly. You need to have an account set up in the Mi Home or Xiaomi Home app, and it is through these platforms that the vacuum cleaner itself is first set up.

You will also need Marusya’s app installed on your smartphone.Make sure you are logged in to your VK profile. A stable internet connection is critical for both devices, as data is shared over cloud servers.

Check that your robot vacuum cleaner supports remote control, and most of the current models in the Roborock, Viomi and Mijia series have this feature, and if the device is not displayed in the cloud, local control over Wi-Fi will not help.

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Make sure that your Mi Home and VK accounts are registered in the same region if the service requires it, or use global servers for maximum compatibility.

It is important to update the vacuum cleaner firmware to the latest version. Manufacturers often release patches that improve the stability of the connection with third-party services.

The process of linking Xiaomi account to voice assistant

Integration is done through the skills menu in Marusya's app, open the app on your smartphone and go to the smart home management section, which is usually located at the bottom menu or accessible through the device profile.

Find the add-on button or the Skills section, and search for a brand name like Xiaomi or Roborock, and the system will prompt you to log in to your Mi Account.

Enter the username and password you use in the Mi Home app. Once you have successfully logged in, the system will request permission to access the devices. Confirm the action to complete the bundle.

Once tied, all the vacuum cleaners you find will appear on the list of available gadgets, and you can rename them for convenience, like "Living Room Vacuum," which will be used in voice commands.

Basic voice commands for cleaning management

Voice-based management is based on a set of standard phrases, the assistant understands both direct commands and contextual queries, and the key is to clearly pronounce the name of the device if you have more than one.

To start, say, "Marusya, turn on the vacuum cleaner." The device will start in automatic cleaning mode. If you need to send it to charge, use the command: "Marusya, send the vacuum cleaner to base."

• 🗣️ «Marusya, start cleaning the kitchen" - activates the device (if the rooms are configured).
• 🔋 «Marusya, what charge is the vacuum cleaner? – reports the current level of the battery.
• ⏸️ «Marusya, put the vacuum cleaner on pause — temporarily stops work.
• 🏠 «Marusya, bring the vacuum cleaner home" - forced return team to the docking station.

Some commands may require confirmation if the device is occupied or in a state of error, and voice control allows you to control the process even when you are in another room.

Note that complex scenarios, such as cleaning a particular room, require additional map adjustments in the manufacturer's app. Without a room map, the device will remove all available space.

Setting up scenarios and automating processes

The smart home is not limited to just enabling it, you can create complex scenarios that combine multiple actions, like running a vacuum cleaner when you leave the house.

In Marusya, go to Scenarios, create a new template, and select a launch condition, which could be geolocation, time, or action of another device.

Automation allows you to keep clean without you, and the system will decide when to start cleaning, based on your habits.

You can also set up notifications, Marusya can voice when cleaning is complete or when you want to empty the dust container, eliminating the need to constantly check the app.

Possible problems with synchronization of devices

Users may have trouble setting up, most often due to the desynchronization of cloud services, and if Marusya says, "Device unavailable," check the Internet.

Sometimes you need to reauthorize your Mi Account, access tokens tend to expire, untie the skill in Marusya's app and re-attach it by entering the password.

⚠️ Warning: If the vacuum cleaner is displayed as "Offline" in the Mi Home app, voice control will not work.

Another common reason is a change in the device name. If you renamed the vacuum cleaner Mi Home but haven't updated the list in Marusya's app, commands may not be executed.

Laser rangefinder (LDS) models sometimes have delays in transferring card status, in which case the “clean up room” command may not work if the map has not yet been uploaded to the cloud.

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90% of voice control problems are solved by reconnecting a skill or rebooting the router and vacuum cleaner.

Make sure that there are no maintenance work on Xiaomi and VK servers, and integration may not be available to all users temporarily during these periods.

Frequent questions about smart home integration

Users often ask about the details of the system, and we've collected answers to the most popular questions to save you time.

⚠️ Warning: When selling or transferring a vacuum cleaner to a new owner, be sure to untie the device from your Mi Home account and remove skills in Marus.

Use that knowledge to create a truly smart space. Technology is constantly evolving, and the list of supported commands can expand with software updates.