Xiaomi Remote: How to Connect to a TV and Other Techniques in 5 Minutes

Xiaomi’s Mi Remote is a versatile device that can replace several traditional remotes at once. It is compatible not only with TVs, but also with air conditioners, projectors, audio systems and even some smart lamps. However, many users face difficulties when connecting first: the device is not recognized, the buttons are not working correctly, the application gives an error.

In this article, we’ll look at all the synchronization options available, from standard settings through the Mi Home app to manually adding devices by code, and highlight common bugs (such as why the remote doesn’t find a Samsung or LG TV) and give you specific recommendations for fixing them, and if you just bought a Mi Remote Controller or Mi TV Stick Remote, this guide will save you hours of searching for solutions.

What devices support Mi remote Xiaomi

Before connecting, it's important to make sure your appliances are compatible with the remote. Xiaomi regularly updates the database of supported brands, but some models (especially old or rare) may not be recognized automatically.

As of 2026, Mi Remote is officially working with:

• 📺 TVs: Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV, Samsung (series) QLED, Crystal UHD), LG (OLED, NanoCell), Sony Bravia, Philips, TCL, Hisense, et al.
• ❄️ Air conditioning: Gree, Midea, Haier, Daikin, Toshiba, Panasonic, Electrolux.
• 🎤 Audio systems: Yamaha, Sony, Pioneer, JBL, Harman Kardon.
• 📽️ Projectors: Xiaomi Mi Projector, Epson, BenQ, ViewSonic.
• 💡 Smart lamps: Yeelight, Philips Hue (basic functions only).

A full list of supported models can be found in the Mi Home app in Add Device → Remote DU. If your brand isn’t on the list, try adding it manually by device code (we’ll talk about this below).

Preparation of the remote for the first connection

Before setting up, make sure that:

Download the Mi Home app (Android/iOS)|Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone|Charge the remote (if discharged)|Find instructions for your TV/air-conditioner-->

The most common mistake is to try to connect the remote via Wi-Fi or Infrared Port directly, bypassing the smartphone. This is impossible: Mi Remote syncs with the equipment only through the Mi Home application (or Mi Remote, if you use separate software).

• 📱 The smartphone should be on Android 6.0+ or iOS 12+.
• 🔋 The charge level of the remote is at least 20% (otherwise the connection may be interrupted).
• 📶 The remote and telephone must be at a distance of not more than 5 meters from the controlled device.

If you are using Mi TV Stick Remote (remote for Mi) TV Stick, it can be connected directly to the console without a smartphone – to do this, press and hold the Home buttons. + Back for 5 seconds until the indicator flashes.

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If the remote does not respond to pressing, reset it to factory settings: press the Power + Menu buttons for 10 seconds until the LED goes out.

Step-by-step: how to connect the Mi remote to the TV

Consider the standard way to sync through the Mi Home app, which is suitable for most TVs, including Samsung, LG, Sony and Xiaomi models.

1. Open the Mi Home app and log in (if you haven't already done so), select the "Russia" region (or your country) - this is important for the remote to work properly.
2. Press + → Add the device → Remote DU.
3. Select the type of device – TV.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: the app will prompt you to turn on the TV and point the remote to it. Click Next.
5. Select your TV brand from the list. If it's not, click on Another brand and try the universal protocol.
6. Point the remote to the TV (distance: 10–30 cm) and wait for the synchronization confirmation. If nothing happens, try another angle or reduce the distance.
7. After successful connection, check the main buttons: Power, Volume+/-, Channel+/-.

If the TV doesn't respond, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the remote (press the Power for 5 seconds).
• 📱 Reinstall the Mi Home app.
• 🔌 Connect the remote to another smartphone (possibly a problem with your phone’s Bluetooth).

Connection to air conditioner, projector and other equipment

The process of synchronizing with an air conditioner or projector is almost identical to setting up for a TV, but there are nuances:

For Xiaomi air conditioners (such as Mi Air Conditioner), the remote is automatically connected via Mi Home – just add the device to the same Wi-Fi network as the remote.

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If your device doesn’t automatically recognize you, try adding it through Other → Manual Addition by Code. A list of codes for popular brands can be found on Xiaomi’s website or in thematic forums.

Manual addition of the device by code

If automatic synchronization doesn't work, you can add the technique manually using IR codes, which is universal and works even for rare models.

Instructions:

1. In the Mi Home app, go to the remote settings (Device → Settings → Add the device manually).
2. Select the type of device (such as a TV).
3. Press Enter the code manually.
4. Enter a 4- or 5-digit code for your brand: 📺 Samsung: 0178, 0060, 0176. 📺 LG: 0030, 0225, 0175. ❄️ Gree: 1066, 1250.

Point the remote to the device and press Test. If the device reacts (for example, the TV turned on), save the settings.

If standard codes don't work, try generic combinations like 0000, 1111, or 9999. They sometimes work for older models.

The full list of Mi Remote codes can be downloaded here:

• 🔗 Official Xiaomi code list (updated monthly).
• 🔗 Forum 4PDA (section “Universal remotes").

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Even after a successful connection, users encounter bugs.-5 problems and ways of eliminating them:

⚠️ Warning: If the remote stopped working after the Mi Home update, try rolling back the app to the previous version.In some updates, Xiaomi removes support for older protocols.

If none of the methods helped, try resetting the remote to the factory settings:

1. Press the Power + Menu button for 10 seconds.
2. Wait until the LED flashes 3 times.
3. Release the buttons and repeat the setting from scratch.

How to Update the Remote Firmware for Better Compatibility

Regular firmware updates Mi Remote add support for new devices and fix bugs. It is recommended to check for updates every 1-2 months.

Instructions for updating:

1. Open Mi Home and go to the remote settings (Device → Settings → Software Update).
2. If an update is available, click Update.
3. Wait for the process to be completed (don’t turn off the power!).
4. After the update, reconnect the remote to the devices.

After updating to version 1.4.5_0039 (2026 year) TV support appeared in the remote TCL Android TV and air conditioners Mitsubishi Electric series MSZ.

If the update is hanging:

• 🔄 Reboot the remote (press the Power for 5 seconds).
• 📶 Check the connection of the smartphone to the Internet (update downloaded via the phone).
• 🔋 Make sure the remote charge is in place. >50%.

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