How to set up an equalizer on a Xiaomi TV: a complete guide to improving sound

The sound on Xiaomi TV is not just a background, it's a key element of immersion in content. Even the most vivid visuals lose meaning if the voice of the actors sounds deaf, and the bass in the music "drum" instead of shaded melody. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided a built-in equalizer that allows you to fine-tune the sound for any task, from watching the news to listening to symphonic music.

Many users do not suspect that the standard sound settings on Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV or models of the Xiaomi series TV A/S/P They're very, very low-quality. They're focused on the average viewer, but they don't take into account the acoustics of your room, your genre preferences, or even the connected devices (soundbar, soundbar, headphones). This article will help you understand how to change the equalizer settings, save your own presets and avoid the typical mistakes that spoil the sound instead of improving it.

We're going to look at not only basic parameters like low and high frequency adjustment, but also hidden features that are available through the engineering menu (for advanced users), and also why sometimes even after tuning, the sound remains flat - and how to fix it.

Where to find an equalizer on a Xiaomi TV

Depending on the Xiaomi model TV and firmware versions MIUI TV The path to the equalizer settings may be slightly different, but the general principle is the same: all the sound parameters are collected in the Settings section. → Sound. Here's how to get there on most devices:

1. Press the Settings button (cog) on the remote control.

2. Select the Sound tab (Dynamic icon).

3. Scroll down to the Equalizer or Sound Settings → Equalizer (on some models it is hidden behind the option Additional).

If you have a TV with Google TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A Pro 2023, the way will be different:

1. Open the settings (cog icon in the upper right corner).
2. Go to Device and Sound → Sound settings.
3. Choose Audio Effects → equalizer.

On older models (until 2020), the equalizer could have been called Sound Effects or Sound Adjustment. If you don't find it on the menu, upgrade the TV firmware — in newer versions. MIUI TV interface unified.

Basic settings of the equalizer: presets and manual adjustment

You'll see two main modes on the equalizer menu: presets (ready sound profiles) and manual adjustment (bandwidth adjustment).

✅ Presets are fine if:

• 🎬 You watch movies and want a clear voice of actors with moderate basses (Movie or Speech).
• 🎵 Listen to music and need a balanced sound (music or jazz).
• 🎮 Play shooters where spatial effects are important (Game or Game) 3D-sound).

⚙️ Manual adjustment is necessary if:

• 🔊 Your room has non-standard acoustics (for example, a lot of furniture or bare walls that “quench” the sound).
• 🎧 You have connected external speakers or headphones with atypical frequency response (amplitude-frequency characteristic).
• 🎛️ You need to compensate for defects in built-in speakers (e.g. weak high frequencies on budget models).

To switch to manual settings, select Custom or Custom. Here you will see a graphical equalizer with sliders to adjust frequencies (usually 60 Hz to 16 kHz). Tip: start with minimal changes - a sharp increase in bass or high frequencies can lead to distortions.

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Optimal equalizer settings for different scenarios

There are no universal options that will suit everyone, but there are proven combinations for typical tasks. Below are recommendations for popular use cases Xiaomi TV.

Important: On Xiaomi models with Dolby Audio support (e.g. Xiaomi) TV Q2 75") manual equalizer settings may conflict with Dolby processing, in which case use presets or disable Dolby in the sound settings.

Remember that the values are too high at low frequencies (60-150 Hz can cause the speakers to "hrizzle" especially on budget TVs. If you notice distortions, reduce the bass level on the TV. 1-2 division.

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To quickly reset the equalizer settings to factory ones, hold the button. OK on the remote in the User menu for 3 seconds.

Hidden functions: engineering menu and advanced settings

If the standard equalizer is not enough, you can access the advanced options through the engineering menu. Attention: these settings are designed for power users and can cause failures if you change them at random.

⚠️ Attention:

⚠️ Changing the settings in the engineering menu can disrupt the TV. Don't edit the values unless you're sure they're there. We recommend pre-write down the initial settings or reset to the factory after experimentation.

To open the engineering menu:

1. On the remote, press sequentially: Menu → Settings → All Settings → General → About.
2. Find the Build string and quickly click OK 5-7 successively.
3. You will be asked to enter a password. Enter 1144 (standard code for Xiaomi). TV).

In the engineering menu you are interested in sections:

• 🔧 Audio Tuning – here you can configure the frequency for different signal sources (HDMI, USB, TV).
• 📊 Speaker Test – test speakers for malfunctions.
• 🎛️ Equalizer Advanced – Extended equalizer with more bands (up to 10 instead of the standard 7).

One of the most useful parameters is Loudness Compensation, which, if you turn it on, automatically adjusts the sound to the volume level, making quiet scenes more legible, but in some models, this can lead to artificial pumping.

Frequent Sound Problems and Their Solutions

Even after setting up the equalizer, Xiaomi users TV They're facing typical problems. Here are the most common problems and how to fix them:

🔇 The sound is too quiet at maximum volume.

• 🔹 Check if Night Mode is activated – it limits dynamic range.
• 🔹 In the engineering menu, find the Max Volume Limit and set the value to 100.
• 🔹 If you use external speakers, make sure the correct output is selected in the sound settings (HDMI ARC, Optical or 3.5mm).

🔊 Basses "wheezing" or speakers make extraneous sounds

• 🔹 Reduce the frequency level. 60-150 Hz at equalizer on 2-3 division.
• 🔹 Turn off the Bass Boost option – it artificially amplifies low frequencies, which leads to distortions on weak speakers.
• 🔹 Check if the speakers are overheating (feel the back of the TV). If so, let the device cool down.

🎤 Voices of actors are not heard (muffled by music/effects)

• 🔹 Turn on Preset Speech or manually raise frequencies 1-3 kHz (responsible for legibility of voice).
• 🔹 In the sound settings, activate Dialogue Enhancement).
• 🔹 If you look through HDMI (For example, from the console, check if the sound settings on the source are applied (on PlayStation, Apple). TV etc.).

🔌 The sound disappears when connected to external devices

• 🔹 Update the firmware of the TV - in the old versions there were bugs with the transmission of sound over the HDMI ARC.
• 🔹 Settings menu → HDMI CEC Turn on the Control option. HDMI.
• 🔹 Try another cable or port. HDMI (on some Xiaomi models TV port HDMI 3 supports ARC).

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If the sound problem has occurred after the firmware update, try to roll back to the previous version via the Engineering Menu (System). → Downgrade).

How to save and restore your sound settings

After a long setup of equalizer to your preferences, it will be a shame to lose all settings due to a reset or upgrade. TV It allows you to save custom presets – here’s how to do it:

1. Adjust the equalizer manually to your needs.

2. In the equalizer menu, select the option Save As.

3. Assign a name to the preset (for example, Movies evening or Music rock).

4.Push. OK — Your profile will appear on the preset list.

To restore the settings after resetting:

1. Connect. USB-TV-storage.
2. Go to Settings → System → Backup.
3. Select Restore Sound Settings (if you have previously done a backup).
4. If there is no backup, set up the equalizer again and save the preset.

⚠️ Attention:

⚠️ Equalizer presets are stored in the TV memory and can reset after a firmware update. To avoid loss, export your settings regularly. USB-drive through the Settings menu → Sound. → Export of settings.

On Google models TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A Pro) presets sync with your Google account. Make sure you log in to your profile and enable sync in your system settings.

External devices: soundbars, headphones and sound panels

If you are connected to Xiaomi TV External acoustics, equalizer settings may work differently:

🔊 Connection through HDMI ARC/eARC

• 🔹 Settings menu → Sound. → Digital audio output select Auto or Passthrough.
• 🔹 If the soundbar supports Dolby Digital, turn this option on in the settings HDMI.
• 🔹 TV equalizer may not work – adjust the sound on the external device.

🎧 Wireless headphones (Bluetooth)

• 🔹 Settings menu → Bluetooth select Audio Codec AAC better quality.
• 🔹 The equalizer of the TV will be used, but with a delay of sound (~50-100 miss).
• 🔹 For games, use headphones with Low Latency mode (for example, Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones).

📦 Connection via optical output (TOSLINK)

• 🔹 In the sound settings, select Optical. → PCM (If your acoustics do not support Dolby).
• 🔹 The equalizer of the TV will not affect the sound – all settings are transferred to the external device.
• 🔹 Check that the optical cable is connected correctly (the connector should glow red).

🔇 Sound panel or receiver (through 3.5 mm jack)

• 🔹 Settings menu → Sound. → Select Variable (adjustable) or Fixed (fixed level).
• 🔹 If the sound is too quiet, check if the Night Mode is activated.
• 🔹 For better quality, use digital connections (HDMI or optical) instead of analog.

Some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV 5 Pro) when connecting external acoustics in the menu appears an additional tab External sound, where you can select the type of device (soundbar, receiver, headphones) to optimize the sound.

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