The warning to exceed the safe volume level on Xiaomi devices is one of the most annoying features for music lovers and loud sound lovers.This notification appears every time you try to raise the volume higher. 75-80% It's a maximum, by forcibly limiting your audio experience, especially to the owners of Redmi smartphones, POCO and Mi TVs. TV, where the system literally "takes care" of your hearing against your will.
In this article, weβll look at all the current ways to turn off the volume warning on Xiaomi devices, from standard settings to hidden engineering menus. Itβs important to understand that the manufacturer implements this restriction for a reason: long-term listening to music at high volume can really harm your hearing. However, if you are aware of the risks and want to gain full control of your device, read on.
Why Xiaomi is limiting volume and can it be bypassed?
The volume limiting function appeared in MIUI 12, and was inherited by all subsequent firmware versions, and it works at the system level and blocks the ability to raise volume above a certain threshold without explicit user confirmation. TV Similar logic is implemented through Android TV, where the warning pops up when trying to set the volume above the "recommended" level.
The main reasons for the implementation of this restriction:
- π‘οΈ Health care β according to WHO research, prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 dB can lead to irreversible hearing loss.
- π± Compliance β some countries (e.g. the EU) have laws that require manufacturers to limit the maximum volume on mobile devices.
- π Battery savings β the speakerβs performance at high volume significantly increases power consumption.
- π΅ Speaker protection β cheap smartphone models can distort the sound or fail when working at maximum volume for long periods of time.
However, many users want to disable this warning for the following reasons:
- π§ Use external headphones or acoustics with its own amplifier, where the system restriction is irrelevant.
- π The warning is considered annoying, as it resets the volume at each start of the player.
- π¬ On Mi TVs. TV Restrictions prevent comfortable viewing of films in noisy rooms.
- π οΈ Want to test speakers at maximum power (for example, when buying used devices).
β οΈ Warning: Turning off volume limiting can cause sound distortion at high levels, especially on budget Redmi models and POCO. The manufacturer is not responsible for damage to the speakers if the recommended parameters are exceeded.
Method 1: Disabling the warning through settings MIUI (formality)
The easiest and safest way to remove the volume warning is to use the built-in settings. MIUI. This method works for most Xiaomi, Redmi and other smartphones. POCO firmware MIUI 12 and later. It's important to note that once you turn off the restriction, you can turn up the volume above 80%, but the system will still show a warning when you first exceed the threshold in each listening session.
Step instructions:
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to Sound and Vibration (or Sound on some models).
- Slip on the item Volume (may be called Volume Levels).
- At the top of the screen, find the Safe Volume (or Volume Limit) switch and turn it off.
- Confirm the action in the dialog window that appears by clicking Disconnect.
In some models (for example, POCO X3 Pro or Redmi Note 10) this switch can be hidden behind additional settings. If you don't see it right away, try it:
- π Click on three dots in the upper right corner of the screen Volume and select Additional settings.
- π± Restart your phone β sometimes the settings are loaded incorrectly after the update MIUI.
- π Update the firmware to the latest version, as in older versions MIUI This switch may have been missing.
Check the version. MIUI in the settings (section "About the phone")
Make sure there is no child mode or parental controls on the device
Connect the device to charging (recommended for stability)
Backup of important data (in case of failure)
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If after disabling the restriction, the warning continues to appear, it may be due to:
- π΅ Using third-party players (e.g., Poweramp or VLC), Which have their own volume settings.
- π Active Do Not Disturb or In a pocket that resets the sound settings.
- π± Power-saving mode that may limit performance, including audio.
Method 2: Use of an engineering menu (for advanced users)
If the standard shutdown did not help or your Xiaomi model does not support this option, you can use the Engineering Mode (Engineer Mode), this method requires caution, as incorrect changes in the engineering menu can lead to malfunctions of the device.
Step-by-step:
- Open the Phone app and type the combination: ##36446337## (or #4636### on some models).
- You will be taken to the engineering menu. Select Hardware Testing.
- Move to the Audio submenus β LoudSpeaker Mode (or LoudSpeaker Mode).
- Find the Max Vol or Max Volume settings and set the values: Media Max Vol: 150 (or 160 for some models) Ring Max Vol: 100 Alarm Max Vol: 100
Save the settings and restart the device.
For Mi TVs, the path will be different:
- On the remote control, simultaneously press the Menu buttons. + Volume Down for 5 seconds.
- In the menu, select Factory Menu. β Audio Settings.
- Find the Max Volume Limit and set the value to 100.
- Save the changes and restart the TV.
Step-by-step:
- Activate Developer Mode on Phone: Go to Settings β About the phone, tap 7 times on the version MIUI. Return to the main settings and open the section Additional β For developers, turn on the debugging. USB.
File transfer
MTP
ADB
adb devicesThe name of your device should appear.
adb shell settings put global volume_warning_enabled 0Reboot the phone.
For Mi TVs, TV Android TV The team will be similar, but before it is completed, it is necessary to:
- Enable debugging on USB in the settings of the TV (Settings) β On TV. β Android version TV β tap 7 times).
- Connect the TV to the computer through USB-port (may be required) OTG-cable).
β οΈ Attention: After completion ADB-In this case, some system applications (such as Mi Music or Mi Video) may stop adjusting the volume correctly. VLC Poweramps that are not subject to system limitations.
Through the standard MIUI settings
Using an engineering menu
With help. ADB-team
Installation of a third-party player
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If the warning continues to appear after the commands are executed, try additional commands:
adb shell settings put global volume_safe_speaker_enabled 0
adb shell settings put global volume_safe_headset_enabled 0Method 4: Install third-party players with their own volume settings
One of the easiest ways to get around system volume control is to use third-party audio and video players that have their own audio amplification settings, which run above system constraints and allow volume to be raised above standard volume. 80-100%.
The best players to bypass the volume limit on Xiaomi:
| Annex | Features | Sound amplification | Support for formats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poweramp | 15-day Trial, Equalizer, Hi-Res audio support | Up to 200% of standard volume | MP3, FLAC, WAV, AAC, ALAC, DSD |
| VLC | Free, open source, support for all formats | Up to 125% (manually configured) | MP3, MKV, AVI, MP4, FLAC, OGG |
| JetAudio | Free with purchases, 20-lane equalizer | Up to 150% (with distortions at maximum) | MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, APE |
| Neutron Music Player | Paid, support 32/64-bit audio, parametric equalizer | Up to 300% (with preamplifier setting) | All popular formats, including DSD and DXD |
How to set up sound amplification in Poweramp:
- Open the app and go to Settings (cog icon).
- Choose Audio. β Sound amplification.
- Activate the option Pre-amplification and set the value 2.0x (or higher, but at risk of distortion).
- Turn on the Equator and adjust the frequencies to your liking.
- Save the settings profile.
For the VLC:
- During playback, tap the screen and select the speaker icon in the upper right corner.
- Drag the volume slider to the right outside the standard level (up to 125%).
- For continuous amplification go to Settings β Audio. β Sound amplification.
Step-by-step:
- Download the module for Magisk: Disable Volume Warning (removes the warning) Audio Modification Library (allows you to customize the sound)
Magisk
Modules.
Install it from the vault.
Wait for the installation to be completed and restart the device.
After the reboot, check the volume settings - the limit should be removed.
For Mi TVs, TV similar process, but requires:
- πΊ Unlock the loader through ADB (instructions are available on the forum 4PDA).
- π§ Magisk installations through TWRP Android TV.
- π Use of specialized modules for Android TV, for example TV Audio Tweaks.
β οΈ Note: Installing Magisk and custom modules can lead to the following problems: π« Loss of warranty (if the device is under warranty). π Unstable system operation (accidental reboots, lags). π± Impossibility to obtain OTA-Updates (you will need to update manually). π Loss of Widevine certification L1 (no HD Netflix, Disney.+ Before installing modules, be sure to back up the partition. /data through TWRP.
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Magisk is the most radical way, but it gives you complete control over the audio settings, but remember that after you install custom modules, some system functions, such as Dolby Atmos, may stop working. MIUI Sound Effects.
If the volume warning still appears after installing the module, try:
- π§ Turn off the built-in equalizer MIUI sound-tuning.
- π± Remove the application cache Settings (Settings) β Annexes β Application management β Settings β Warehouse β Clear the cache).
- π Reinstall the module via Magisk with pre-deletion of the old.
Additional Advice and Warnings
Before you finally turn off the volume warning, check out these tips:
How to minimize the risk of hearing damage:
- π§ Use noise-cancelling headphones to allow you to listen to music at lower volume in noisy places.
- π Follow the rule. 60/60: more 60 minute-level listening 60% high-volume.
- π Check your hearing regularly with apps like Mimi Hearing Test.
- π΅ Use an equalizer to reduce low frequencies β they get tired of hearing faster.
What to do if after the restriction is turned off the sound is distorted:
- π Turn down the volume by 5-10% from the maximum - it often removes wheezing.
- π§ Check the headphones on another device β they may be the problem.
- π± Turn off all sound effects in settings (Settings) β Sound. β Sound effects).
- π§ Update the firmware - in new versions MIUI Audio bugs can be fixed.
How to return the volume limit back:
- π± In the settings MIUI: Settings β Sound. β Safe volume (onsetting).
- π§ Through ADB: adb shell settings put global volume_warning_enabled 1.
- π Through resetting settings: Settings β Additionally. β Recovery and discharge β Resetting all settings.