What is the audio program on the Xiaomi Mi TV and how to set it up correctly?

Did you turn on the Xiaomi Mi TV and see the mysterious item "Audio Program" in the audio settings? Or suddenly the sound on your favorite TV series became quieter than usual, and the unknown Movie or Music mode flashes on the menu? Don't panic - this is not a breakdown, but a useful feature that many users do not even know about.

Audio programs on Xiaomi TVs (including Mi models) TV 4A/4S/4X/5/5 Pro/Q1/Q2) — These are pre-configured sound profiles that automatically optimize the acoustics for different content, such as for movies, bass and dialogue are amplified, for music, dynamic range is expanded, and for news, background noise is suppressed. But why does this feature sometimes get lost, how do you get it back to factory settings, and can you create your own audio program.

We will not burden you with technical terms like “equalizer” or “compression.” Instead, we’ll show you real-world examples of how to choose the best audio program for your content, why sound can “disappear” when you switch modes, and what to do if your settings are stubbornly ignored by Xiaomi TV — FAQ Solving the most common problems users discuss on forums.

1.What is an audio program on Xiaomi TV: simple-word

Audio program is a pre-configured sound profile that Xiaomi TV applies automatically depending on the type of content.

• 🎬 Movie – Increased average frequencies for clear dialogues and low frequencies for explosion effects.
• 🎵 Music - Expanded dynamic range to hear both bass and high notes.
• 📰 News – Low frequencies suppressed to make the voice of the announcer as legible as possible.
• 🎮 Game – the sound becomes more “flat” so as not to distract from the gameplay.

On newer models (e.g. Mi) TV Q2 2023 or Redmi Smart Fire TV) It could be Custom, where you set up the equalizer yourself, but most people have a problem: the TV itself switches audio programs, or the sound becomes quieter when you select a certain mode. Why does this happen?

Xiaomi uses sound processing algorithms from Dolby or DTS (These algorithms analyze the input signal and try to "improve" it, for example, if you're watching a movie with quiet dialogue and loud bangs, Movie will automatically smooth out the difference so you don't have to constantly adjust the volume. But sometimes this "help" works too aggressively.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with Google operating system TV (Like Mi. TV A2 43") audio programs may be called Sound Mode or Audio Presets. Functionally it is the same, but the path in the settings is different.

2.Where to find audio programs in the Xiaomi menu TV

The path to audio settings depends on the firmware version and the TV model, and here are the general instructions for most devices:

For PatchWall (roid-based firmware) TV):

1. Press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Choose Display & Sound → Sound → Sound Mode.
3. Scroll down to the Audio Program or Sound Preset.

For Google. TV (New models 2022-2026.):

1. Press the Home button on the remote to open the main menu.
2. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound modes.
3. Select Audio Presets (also known as Sound Effects).

If you can’t find this item, check:

Update the TV firmware to the latest version

Check if the item is hidden in the “Additional Sound Settings”

Reset the sound settings to factory (Settings) → Device Preferences → Reset → Reset sound settings)

Try a different remote (sometimes the buttons on the remotes from different models work differently)-->

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV 4S 55") audio programs can be hidden in the Expert Settings menu. To open it, press sequentially on the remote control:

Menu → Settings → All Settings → Sound → Advanced Settings → Audio Program

3. Which audio program to choose for different scenarios

There is no universal "best" mode, it depends on what you are watching or listening to, and here are our recommendations based on testimonials and user feedback:

Important: On Xiaomi TVs with Dolby Atmos support (e.g. Mi) TV Q1E) So, audio programs don't just change the equalizer, they activate surround sound, and in this case, Movie mode may sound quieter than usual, because the sound is distributed over virtual channels.

If you don't like any of the preview modes, try Custom, where you can manually adjust the equalizer, disable the audio processing, or even calibrate the acoustics for your room.

⚠️ Note: On models without external speakers (e.g. Mi) TV 4A 32") too much low-frequency amplification in Custom mode can cause sound distortion or even damage to the built-in speakers%.

4.Why audio programs don't work or get confused

Users often complain that Xiaomi TV switches audio programs or the sound becomes quieter after choosing a certain mode.

Problem 1: Television is changing the audio program

This is because of the content recognition function, and the TV analyzes the signal and tries to find the optimal mode to turn off:

1. Go to the Settings → Display & Sound → Sound → Advanced Settings.
2. Find Auto Sound Mode or Content Recognition.
3. Turn it off (put it in the Off position).

Problem 2: The sound is quieter in Movie or Music mode

In Movie and Music modes, Xiaomi TV uses dynamic compression, which automatically reduces the volume of loud scenes and amplifies quiet ones so that you don't have to constantly twist the regulator.

• 🔊 Try to increase the total volume by 5-10 units above the usual.
• 🎛️ In the Advanced Settings menu, find Dynamic Range Control and turn it off.
• 🔄 Return to Standard mode – it has minimal compression.

Problem 3: Audio programs are missing after the update

After updating the firmware, the audio menu may change. TV 5 Pro after upgrading to Android 11 points Audio Program moved to Sound Effects:

Check if the settings are hidden in the section "For experienced users"

Reset the sound settings to factory

Remove the firmware (if the update was recent)

Contact Xiaomi with the model and version of the software-->

5. How to create your own audio program (Custom Mode)

If you don't like the standard modes, you can customize the sound to your own.

1. Select Custom or User from the audio menu.
2. An equalizer with sliders for different frequencies (usually 60 Hz to 16 kHz) will open.
3. Customize them to your liking: 🎤 For clear dialogues, lift sliders 1–3 kHz. 🔊 For bass, increase 60-250 Hz, but not above 70%! 🎻 For classical music, boost 10–16 kHz (high frequencies).

OK

Save

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV Q2) Additional options are available in Custom mode:

• 🔄 Balance – Balance between left and right dynamics.
• 🎧 Virtual Surround - surround sound imitation (works only with external speakers).
• 🔇 Loudness – Volume compensation at low levels (useful for night viewing).

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Before setting the equalizer, turn on a track or video with a variety of frequencies (such as a test signal on YouTube) so you can hear how the changes affect the sound.

If you are not sure about your settings, you can reset them to the factory:

Settings → Device Preferences → Reset → Reset sound settings to default

6.Audio programs and external devices: sound bar, soundbar, headphones

Audio programs work differently depending on which devices are connected to the TV.

Connection via HDMI ARC/eARC

If you use a sound bar or soundbar through HDMI ARC, Xiaomi TV audio programs may conflict with the settings of the external device:

• 🔌 In the TV menu, select Settings. → Display & Sound → Sound → Sound Output.
• 🎵 Install. HDMI ARC or External Speaker.
• 🔇 Turn off the sound processing on the TV (Advanced Settings) → Sound Processing → Off).

Wireless headphones (Bluetooth)

When you connect Bluetooth headphones, the TV's audio programs don't work, it's transmitted as is, to improve the quality of the audio.

• 🎧 Use headphones with support for aptX or LDAC (For example, Xiaomi AirDots Pro).
• 📶 Reduce the distance between the TV and headphones (walls and noise make sound worse).
• 🔄 In Bluetooth TV settings, select High Quality Audio (if any).

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When connecting via Bluetooth audio program Xiaomi TV All equalizer and processing settings apply only to embedded speakers or devices connected to the device. HDMI/optics.

Optical output (S/PDIF)

If you connect your TV to an amplifier or receiver via an optical cable, the audio programs may not work due to format limitations.

• 🔍 In the audio menu, select Digital Audio Output. → Auto or PCM.
• 🔊 If there is no sound, try Passthrough (but then the audio programs will shut down completely).

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many users themselves degrade the sound without understanding how the audio programs work, and here are the most common mistakes:

Error 1: Maximum volume in Music mode

Music mode expands dynamic range, and if you set the volume to maximum, quiet sounds become inaudible and loud ones become distorted. Solution: use volume 70-80% and tune the equalizer.

Mistake 2: Using Movie Mode for News

Movie has enhanced bass, which can cause the voice of the announcer to sink in the background.

Error 3: Disabling all audio processing

Some users turn off Sound Processing completely, thinking it will make the sound "clearer." But on cheap models (e.g. Mi). TV 4A) This causes the sound to become too quiet and "empty." Solution: leave the basic processing (Standard).

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If the sound suddenly gets worse after changing the audio program, try restarting the TV. Sometimes the audio settings are reset after rebooting.

8. FAQ: Answers to frequent questions