How to turn on Xiaomi TV with Alice: full instruction 2026

Voice control technology has long ceased to be a fantasy — today even budget Xiaomi TVs support integration with Alice from Yandex. If you have a smart speaker that doesn't see TV, if you ignore Alice, turn on the TV, then you've got a firmware update that's gone. TV, Redmi Smart TV Xiaomi TV A Pro via voice assistant – from basic settings to solving rare bugs.

We will focus on three key scenarios:

1. Control through the column Yandex Station (Mini, Light, Max).

2. Voice commands from a smartphone (Android/iOS) via Yandex app.

3. alternative methods for older TV models where standard integration does not work.

If you've tried to connect your TV to Alice before, but it didn't work, don't rush to reset your settings. 80 percent of the time, the problem is with the wrong account link, the outdated firmware, or the permissions that are disabled. We have collected checklists for diagnosis and step-by-step instructions based on the latest updates. MIUI TV 2026.

1.What Xiaomi TVs support Alice's management?

Not all Xiaomi models are compatible with Alice out of the box.Officially, voice control supports TVs based on the MIUI TV 3.0 and higher, Released after 2019.Here is the full list of compatible series:

• 📺 Mi TV 4S/4A/4X (all modifications, including 4S 55" and 4A 32")
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV (series X50, X55, X65 and the latest X Pro)
• 📺 Xiaomi TV A Pro (models) A55, A65, A75) Xiaomi TV A2 (2023-2026.)
• 📺 Mi TV Q1/Q2 (premium series QLED-matrix)

For owners of older models (e.g., Mi) TV 3S or Mi TV 4 2018) Standard integration with Alice is not available, but there are workarounds - we will talk about them in the section "Alternative ways».

How do I find out the version of MIUI TV?

Go to Settings. → On TV. → Version. MIUI TV. If the number is below 3.0.0, update the firmware first (instructions in the next section).

2. TV Preparation: Update of firmware and settings

Before connecting to Alice, be sure to update the TV firmware.Outdated software is the main reason why the voice assistant "can't see" the device.

How to update MIUI TV:

1. Open Settings → About TV → Update system.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. If a new version is available, download and install it (TV will reboot automatically).

Critical information: after updating to MIUI TV 4.0+ The menu includes a separate section called Voice Assistant, where you need to manually activate Alice support.

Also check the following settings:

• ⚙️ Network: The TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the Alice speaker/smartphone.
• 🔒 Permissions: C Settings → Privacy Enable Voice Control and Remote Access.
• 🌐 Region: In Settings → Language and region select Russia (for other regions, integration with Alice may not work).

3. Linking TV to Xiaomi account

Without being tied to a Xiaomi (Mi Account) account, the TV won't show up in Alice's device list. Here's how to do it correctly:

Step 1: Create or log in to Mi Account

• On TV: Settings → Account and security → Come in.
• Use the same account as in the Mi Home app on your smartphone.
• If you do not have an account, register at account.xiaomi.com.

Step 2: Add TV to Mi Home

1. Install the Mi Home app on your smartphone (Android/iOS).
2. Log in to the same account as on TV.
3. Click Add Add the device (+) → Television and follow the instructions.

Step 3: Sync with Yandex Smart Home

1. Open the Yandex application on your smartphone.
2. Go to a smart home → Add a device → Xiaomi
3. Sign in through the same Mi Account.
4. In the list of devices, select your TV and click Connect.

1. Reboot the TV and speaker/smartphone.

2 Remove the TV from Mi Home and add again.

3. Update the Yandex application to the latest version.-->

4. Voice commands for TV control

Once connected, you can use standard and advanced commands, and here is a complete list of supported phrases (works on all compatible models):

⚠️ Note: Commands like "Alice, turn on channel 32" only work for digital terrestrial TV. If you watch through an app (like Tricolor TV or NTV Plus), use commands to run the app and then control it inside.

For convenience, you can create your own scripts in Yandex Smart Home.

1. Open the Yandex application → Smart home → Scenarios.
2. Click Create a Script → Add action.
3. Select your TV and command (e.g., Enable). + Launch Netflix).
4. Save the script with a voice command, such as “Alice, movie night.”

1. is the TV connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi indicator should be on).

2. Does the antivirus block or VPN server-connection Xiaomi/yandex.

3. Has the region’s settings not been lost (must be Russia).-->

5. Problem Solving: Why doesn't Alice turn on the TV?

Even with the right setup, users are faced with errors.-5 problems and ways to correct them:

Problem 1: TV is not displayed in Yandex Smart Home

• 🔄 Solution: Remove the TV from Mi Home and add it again. Then reboot the speaker/smartphone.
• 📱 Reason: Often due to synchronization failure between Xiaomi and Yandex accounts.

Problem 2: Alice says, "The device is not responding."

• 🔌 Solution: Check that the TV is not off (should be on standby).
• 📶 Reason: Some models reset network settings after a complete power outage.

Problem 3: Commands are executed with a delay

• 🚀 Connect your TV to the network via Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi.
• 📡 Reason: Lags are possible on a weak Wi-Fi signal (especially at 5 GHz frequency.

Problem 4: Application commands are not working

• 🔧 Solution: In TV settings (Applications) → Special features) enable voice control for third-party applications.
• 🎯 Reason: By default, Alice manages only system functions.

Problem 5: Alice stopped working after the update

• 🔄 Solution: Reset your TV settings to factory settings (Settings) → On TV. → Reset) and reset.
• ⚠️ Warning: Before reset, write down the settings of channels and accounts!

6. Alternative control methods for older models

If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2019 or doesn’t support MIUI TV 3.0+, There's no standard integration with Alice, but there are two ways around it:

Method 1: Through an infrared remote (IR Blaster)

• 📱 What you need: Smartphone with an IR transmitter (for example, Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, POCO X3) or IR Blaster (stands) ~500 rubles.).
• 🔄 How to set up: Install Mi Remote (or Yandex Remote) app. Add your TV as a device using Xiaomi protocol TV (IR). Configure voice commands through Yandex Smart Home by selecting the IR Management.

Method 2: Through a smart socket

• ⚡ What you need: Smart socket (such as Xiaomi Mi Smart Plug or Redmond) and TV with an on button on the case (not touch!).
• ⚙️ How to set up: Connect the TV to the outlet through a smart adapter. Add the outlet to Yandex Smart Home. Create a script: "Alice, turn on the TV» → Turn on the socket. On the TV, in the power settings, turn on Quick Start (Settings) → Power supply).

⚠️ Note: Control through a smart socket has limitations:

• The TV will be turned on with a delay (10-20 seconds).
• Voice commands to switch channels or adjust volume will not work.
• When the power is turned off, the settings may be confused.

For owners of Xiaomi TVs on Android TV (Like Mi. TV Stick or Mi Box) is another option, which is to use Google Assistant and then integrate via Yandex Alice, but this method requires additional settings and is not always stable.

7.Security: How to protect the TV from random commands?

Voice control is convenient, but there are risks: children or pets can accidentally turn on the TV, and attackers can access the settings.

Method 1: Disable voice control while not available

• Go to Settings. → Voice Assistant and Deactivate Remote Control.
• Or use the command: “Alice, turn off the TV control” (set up the script in the Smart Home).

Method 2: Configure a command confirmation

• In the application Yandex go to the Smart home → Settings → Security.
• Turn on Voice Confirmation – Alice will ask, “Do you confirm your TV on?”