How to completely or selectively turn off the sound of the program on the Xiaomi TV: 5 working methods

Why Xiaomi TVs can make unnecessary sound and how to fix it

Xiaomi Mi TVs (including Mi TV 4A/4S/4X/5/5X/6/Q1/Q2 and others) sometimes start playing sound from apps even when you’re not using them. This can be due to service auto-runs, background updates or firmware failures. For example, YouTube or Netflix can suddenly turn on ads with loud sound, and system notifications can interrupt the viewing of the movie.

Complicating the problem, PatchWall (Xiaomi’s signature TV shell) is not always intuitive. Unlike smartphones, where you can turn off the sound for each application separately, on a TV, these settings are often hidden in the depths of the menu. In addition, after firmware updates, the path to parameters may change — what worked on the 2018 Mi TV 4A may not work on the Mi TV Q2 2023.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to disable audio programs – from simple (global audio blocking) to advanced (setting application rights through the Internet). ADB). You’ll also learn how to return your default settings if something goes wrong, and which apps are the most likely to cause unwanted noise.

Method 1: Quickly shut down the sound of all applications via the remote control

If you need to immediately silence all programs (for example, during the broadcast or at night), use the hardware button to turn off the sound on the remote. This method works on all Xiaomi TV models, including the Mi TV Stick and Mi Box:

• 🔊 Press the Mute button (the speaker icon with crossover) once - the sound will turn off completely.
• 🔄 To return the sound, press Mute again or change the volume with Volume buttons. +/-.
• ⚙️ On some remotes (for example, for Mi). TV Q2) Mute 3 seconds hold opens the menu of quick audio settings.

Note: This method disables all sound, including system notifications and sound from the system. HDMI-If you only need to block one app (such as YouTube or Prime Video), go to the next section.

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On Xiaomi Mi Remote remotes, the Mute button is often paired with the microphone button, holding it for 2 seconds to avoid accidental voice input.

Method 2: Selectively switching off sound for specific applications

To turn off the sound for specific programs only (for example, Netflix or Megogo), you need to go to the application settings. Instructions are current for PatchWall firmware versions 3.0 and later (installed on most TVs after 2020):

1. Open the app you want to turn off (like YouTube).
2. On the remote, press the Menu button (or Settings on new remotes).
3. Select the Settings option or App Info (in English firmware).
4. Go to the Permissions section → Sound.
5. Turn off the audio playback switch or Audio Playback.

On Mi TV 4A/4S (2018–2019), the path may be different: Settings → Apps → App Management → [select app] → Turn off sound.

Make sure the app is not being updated at the moment.

Close the app through the “Recent” menu (Home → Swipe Up button)

Check if it is used for background broadcasts (such as radio)

Take a screenshot of your current settings (click Menu + Volume Down at the same time)

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Important: On TVs with firmware below PatchWall 2.5 (released before 2018), selectively turning off the app sound may not be available.

Method 3: Disabling Autostart and Background Application Activity

Many programs on Xiaomi TV (especially YouTube, Prime Video and OKKO) run automatically when the TV is turned on and play sound in the background.

• 🚫 Go to Settings. → The device → Annexes.
• 🔍 Select a problem app (e.g. YouTube).
• ⚙️ Press Autostart and turn off the switch.
• 📵 In the same menu, turn off Background Activity and Notifications.

On Mi TV Q2 and later, the path might look like this: Settings → System → Special Access → Auto Run.

Once you turn off auto-run, the apps won't start on their own, but you can open them manually, which will also reduce the system load and speed up the TV.

Method 4: Reset the sound settings to factory (if nothing helps)

If previous methods failed, or if the sound of the programs returns after the TV restarts, reset the audio settings, which will return all audio settings to factory values, but will not affect the installed applications and accounts.

1. Open Settings → Sound.
2. Scroll down and select Additional Settings (or Advanced).
3. Press Reset sound settings.
4. Confirm the action by entering PIN-code (default 0000, 1234 or last 4 digits) IMEI television).

After discharge:

• 🔊 All applications will be re-enabled – you will have to re-set each application (Method 2).
• 🎵 System sounds (notifications, navigation) will also reset to default values.
• 📶 Settings HDMI ARC Optical Audio will continue to be.

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Resetting audio settings does not remove apps and account data, but returns all audio settings (balance, equalizer, volume) to factory values.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV 4A With the firmware below PatchWall 1.5, a reset of sound can cause all network settings to reset.

Method 5: Advanced Disabling of Sound through ADB (for Power Users)

If standard methods don’t work (e.g., on custom firmware or after a failed update), you can turn off the app sound via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a computer and basic command line knowledge.

Instructions:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your TV: Settings → Device → Device Information → Build Number (click 7 times until the message “You’re a developer” appears) Then: Settings → Additional → Developers → Debugging on USB.
2. Connect your TV to your computer via USB (use the USB 3.0 port on your TV for stability).
3. Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb devices


adb shell pm list packages | grep "appendix name"




adb shell appops set [package_name] AUDIO_PLAYBACK deny

Examples of commands for popular applications:

• Turn off YouTube audio: adb shell appops set com.google.android.youtube AUDIO_PLAYBACK deny
• Turn off Netflix sound: adb shell appops set com.netflix.ninja AUDIO_PLAYBACK deny
• Turn off Prime Video: adb shell appops set com.amazon.amazonvideo.livingroom AUDIO_PLAYBACK deny

To return the sound, replace deny with allow in the command.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Do not turn off the sound for system applications (for example, com.xiaomi.mitv.settings), as this can block access to settings.

What to do if the sound of the programs returns after restarting

If after turning off / on the TV, the sound of the applications appears again, the problem may be related to:

• 🔄 Auto-Update Apps – Some programs (e.g. YouTube) reset audio settings after updating.
• 📥 Background Services – Xiaomi system processes can automatically restore permissions for preinstalled applications.
• 🛠️ Firmware failure – on TVs with custom firmware (for example, after manual updates), the sound settings may not be saved.

Decisions:

1. Turn off auto-update for problematic apps: Settings → Apps → [app] → Auto-update → Disable.
2. Set a password for your audio settings: Settings → Sound → Settings Block (available on PatchWall 3.0+).
3. Perform a reset to factory settings (saving pre-data): Settings → Device → Reset → Reset all settings.

If the problem persists, check the firmware version: Settings → Device → Device Information → PatchWall version.

For stable operation, version 4.0 and higher is recommended. If you have an older firmware, update the TV through:

Settings → Device → System Update

FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off the sound on Xiaomi TV