Smart TVs like the Xiaomi Mi TV P1 are designed not only to watch terrestrial TV, but also to integrate with mobile devices. The ability to stream content from a smartphone to a big screen opens up access to photo gallery, streaming services, and even high-resolution mobile games. Users often look for ways to connect their gadget to a TV quickly and wirelessly to show friends vacation shots or launch a movie from the Internet.
The synchronization process may seem complicated at first glance, but the Android TV operating system on board the TV provides a variety of native tools for doing so. You don’t need to buy additional cables or adapters if both devices are on the same LAN. In this article, we’ll take a look at all the methods available, from built-in Google features to specialized applications that guarantee stable data transfer.
The quality of the image transfer is directly dependent on the speed of your Wi-Fi router and the distance between devices. For best results, it is recommended to use a 5 GHz network, which provides higher bandwidth compared to the 2.4 GHz band. This is especially true if you plan to broadcast video in 4K resolution, where stream compression can be noticeable at low connection speeds.
Equipment preparation and network settings
Before you start setting up, make sure your Xiaomi Mi TV P1 is connected to the internet and has an up-to-date firmware version. Often, device detection problems arise precisely from differences in software versions or security protocols. Go to the TV settings menu and check for system updates to eliminate software conflicts when connecting.
It is critical to have your smartphone and TV on the same subnet, which means that both devices must be connected to the same router. If you have a dual-band router, make sure that the phone is not sitting on a guest network or at 2.4GHz while the TV is running at 5GHz, although modern routers often combine these networks into one.
⚠️ Note: If your router splits 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks into different SSID (Network names, be sure to connect both devices to the same network name, otherwise the detection function may not work.
It's also worth checking the power saving settings on your smartphone. Some Android shells aggressively turn off background processes, which can interrupt your TV search. Make sure the Wi-Fi module is active and working correctly, and flight mode is off.
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Maximum stability during broadcasting 4K Video, place the router in line of sight of the TV or use LAN-cable to connect the TV itself, leaving Wi-Fi only for the smartphone.
Use of the built-in Chromecast feature
The Android TV operating system is based on Google technologies, so the most reliable and high-quality way to transfer images is the built-in Chromecast protocol. This method does not just duplicate the screen, but broadcasts the video stream directly from the server or local storage, which reduces the load on the smartphone and saves battery power.
To use this feature, you don’t need to install additional apps on your TV, as support is built into the system. On a smartphone, you just open an app that supports broadcasting (for example, YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos or Chrome browser), and find the Cast icon. It usually looks like a rectangle with Wi-Fi waves in the corner.
After clicking on the icon, the system will prompt you to select the output device. Your Xiaomi Mi TV P1 should appear in the list. When you first connect, the TV can request confirmation through a pop-up on the screen, which must be confirmed by the remote control. This is done for security so that outsiders can not connect to your screen.
☑️ Checking before launching Chromecast
If you use Google Chrome on your phone, you can stream any open tab or the entire screen of your device. To do this, click on three dots in the browser menu, select Translate, and specify the source — Translate screen. This will display the interface of any application, even those that do not have built-in Cast support.
Screenplay via Miracast and Wireless Display
For smartphones that don’t have Google services, or for system-duplicating screens (when you want to show the phone interface rather than the video from the app), Miracast technology is used. On Xiaomi TVs, this feature is often built into the system or available through the “Translation” app in the app menu.
To start the broadcast, look for the TV app "Wireless Display" or similar. Once it starts, the TV will go into standby mode. On an Android smartphone, the procedure may differ depending on the shell manufacturer.
On devices with pure Android or a close interface (for example, Motorola, Nokia, Xiaomi with MIUI/HyperOS) you need:
- 📱 Lower the notification curtain and find the “Translation”, “Projection” or “Smart View” option».
- 🔍 Wait until the phone finds available devices in range.
- ✅ Click on the name of your Xiaomi Mi TV P1 list.
On some Samsung smartphones, this feature is called Smart View, Huawei has Project, and Xiaomi has MIUI in the control curtain, and once connected, the image from the phone will appear on the TV with minimal latency, allowing you to use the device as a second monitor or play games.
Connection of iPhone and iPad (AirPlay)
Owners of Apple equipment may face the question of how to display an image from an iPhone or iPad, since the iOS ecosystem uses the AirPlay protocol, which is not natively supported by Android TV. However, on Xiaomi Mi TV P1, this problem can be solved software without buying an Apple TV console.
You'll need to install an AirPlay emulator app on your TV. In the Google Play Store on the TV itself, find and install the AirScreen or AirReceiver app. These programs create a virtual receiver that pretends to be an Apple device for your iPhone.
After installing and running the app on your TV, open the Control Point on your iPhone (swipe down from the top right corner or bottom up, depending on the model). Click on the Screen Replay button (two rectangles) and select your TV from the list. The image will appear instantly.
⚠️ Note: AirPlay emulators on Android may have a slight delay in sound or audio and video desynchronization. This is rarely noticeable for movies, but in dynamic games, you may feel lag.
Image quality when using AirPlay through third-party applications is usually high, supports resolutions up to 1080p and even 4K in paid versions of the software. Make sure that the TV has enough RAM to run the emulator, closing other heavy applications.
Specialized applications for management and broadcasting
If standard methods don’t work or require advanced functionality, you can use third-party apps that turn your smartphone into a remote control and media server. One of the most popular solutions is the Google Home app, which allows you to control your TV and broadcast your Android screen.
Another powerful tool is the LocalCast app or BubbleUPnP, which allows you to stream not only videos, but also music, as well as files from cloud storage, to your TV, and these apps support a wide range of formats and can decode video on the fly if the TV doesn't understand the file format.
Xiaomi ecosystem users will benefit from Mi Remote or the built-in “Mi Drop” feature (now ShareMe), though these are more commonly used for file transfer rather than screen streaming. However, some TV models support DLNA protocol, which allows you to see the phone as a network drive.
| Annex | Type of connection | Platform | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Home | Chromecast built-in | Android / iOS | Official, stable, volume control |
| AirScreen | AirPlay / Miracast | Android (TV) | Necessary for iPhone, emulates receiver |
| LocalCast | DLNA / Chromecast | Android / iOS | Support for subtitles, cloud storage |
| Web Video Caster | Browser Stream | Android / iOS | Broadcasting video from the browser with bypassing locks |
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For iPhone, it is mandatory to install an AirPlay emulator on your TV, while Android works natively through Chromecast.
Wired connection through HDMI-adapter
When wireless connectivity is unstable or requires maximum image quality without compression, the only option is a wired connection. Since smartphones do not have a full HDMI port, you will need a special adapter.
Modern smartphones with USB Type-C port require adapters that support the MHL or SlimPort standard, or the more modern DisplayPort Alt Mode standard. It is important to understand that not all Type-C phones can transmit video signals. Flagship models of Xiaomi, Samsung and Huawei usually support this feature, while budget models – not always.
The connection scheme is simple: the adapter is inserted into the charging connector of the phone, the adapter is connected to the HDMI cable, which goes to the free port on the Xiaomi Mi TV P1. After that, on the TV remote, you need to press the button to select the signal source (usually the icon of the square with the arrow) and select the appropriate HDMI input.
The advantage of this method is the absence of delays (input lag) and dependence on the quality of Wi-Fi. The picture is transmitted in the original resolution. However, it is worth remembering that the phone will actively discharge, so it is better to use an adapter with the ability to simultaneously charge (Power Delivery port).
⚠️ Note: Cheap Chinese Adapters for the 2-3 Dollars often only work as a charger and don't transmit a video signal «4K Support or Video Output».