How to connect speakers to a Xiaomi TV: all ways with photos and videos

Why is sound through speakers better than Xiaomi’s built-in speakers?

Built-in speakers even in top Xiaomi Mi models TV Q2, Mi TV A Pro or Mi TV P1 They often don't get the ability to communicate deep bass and pure high-frequency sound, connecting external speakers, whether they're portable speakers. JBL Charge, Sony's home SRS-XB Xiaomi Mi Soundbar solves this problem by turning your TV into a full-fledged home theater.

But how to connect speakers to a TV without losing quality? In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of connecting - from the classic 3.5 mm. AUX modern HDMI ARC, We also know how to set up the sound in the Mi menu. TV, It's important: Xiaomi Android-based TVs TV (Like Mi. TV 4S or Mi TV 5) support Bluetooth connection only to devices with profile A2DP, Optical output requires an adapter if it is not included.

If you've never connected audio equipment to a TV, start with the Preparation section, where we'll explain what cables and adapters you might need. Power users can immediately go to the instructions for a specific type of connection.

Preparation: What will be needed to connect?

Before you start setting up, check the connectors on the back of your Xiaomi TV. Current models (2020 and later) are usually equipped with:

• 🔌 HDMI ARC/eARC — To connect soundbars with surround sound support (Dolby Atmos, DTS:X).
• 🎧 3.5 mm AUX — universal analog output for columns with corresponding input.
• 💡 Optical (TOSLINK) — Digital output for high-quality sound transmission without interference.
• 📶 Bluetooth – for wireless speakers and headphones (available on all Android models) TV).

If your model is older (e.g., Mi) TV 4A In 2018, some of the connectors may not be available, and in that case, you'll need adapters:

Also prepare:

• 🔋 Power supply for active columns (if required).
• 📏 Cables of sufficient length (for stationary columns, at least 2-3 meters are recommended).
• 🔧 Screwdriver (may be needed to fasten soundbar to the wall).

⚠️ Note: If you connect the soundbar through HDMI ARC, Make sure the TV is on mode. HDMI-CEC (Settings menu → Devices and accessories → HDMI-CEC). Without this, the automatic volume control function will not work.

Method 1: Bluetooth connection (for wireless speakers)

This is the easiest way if you have a Bluetooth speaker (like Xiaomi Mi Portable Speaker or Marshall Emberton). TV (All models from 2019 support profiles A2DP (for streaming music) and (for controlling playback).

Instructions:

1. Turn on the column and put it in pairing mode (usually hold the power button for 3-5 seconds until the indicator flashes).
2. On the Xiaomi remote, press the Settings button (cogwheel) → Choose Devices and Accessories → Bluetooth.
3. From the list of available devices, select the name of your column. If it is not available, click Update.
4. Confirm the pairing on the column (if input is required) PIN, Try 0000 or 1234).

After connecting, check the sound:

• 🔊 Go to Settings. → Sound. → Out of sound and select your column.
• 🎵 Turn on the test track or video – the sound should go through the column.

⚠️ Note: When connecting via Bluetooth, there may be a delay of sound (up to 100-200 ms). To reduce lag, select Low Latency (aptX) in the TV sound settings. LL), If your column supports this codec.

Make sure the column is charged|Insert the pairing mode in the column|Select a column in the Bluetooth TV menu|Check the sound output in the settings|Adjust the volume on the column and TV

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Method 2: Connecting through HDMI ARC (soundbar)

If you have a soundbar with support HDMI ARC (For example, Xiaomi Mi Soundbar or Samsung HW-Q600C), This is the best option for multi-channel audio transmission (5.1, 7.1) without loss of quality. ARC (Audio Return Channel allows you to transmit sound from TV to soundbar via the same cable that the video is on.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the soundbar to the TV with a cable HDMI (use the port marked ARC eARC on both devices).
2. On the Xiaomi remote go to Settings → Devices and accessories → HDMI-CEC and turn on this function.
3. From the Settings → Sound → Sound Output, select HDMI ARC.
4. On the soundbar, activate the mode ARC (Usually by the source or input button).

Advantages of this method:

• 🎬 Support for Dolby Digital formats, DTS Dolby Atmos (if the TV and soundbar support).
• 🔄 Automatic volume control from the Xiaomi remote.
• 🔌 Video and sound are transmitted simultaneously via a single cable.

If there's no sound:

• Check that the cable HDMI supportive ARC (This is usually indicated on the packaging).
• Update the TV firmware (in Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).
• Try another port. HDMI TV (not all ports are supported) ARC).

Method 3: Connecting via optical cable (TOSLINK)

Optical output (TOSLINK) It delivers digital audio without interference, which is ideal for home theaters, and this method is suitable if your Xiaomi TV has an Optical Out connector (on Mi models). TV Q1, Mi TV 6 and older).

What you need:

• 🔌 Optical cable TOSLINK (1-3 meters long).
• 🎵 Columns or soundbar with optical input.

How to connect:

1. Turn off the TV and the speakers.
2. Connect the optical cable to the Optical Out port on the TV and Optical In on the speakers.
3. Turn on the devices.
4. On the Xiaomi remote go to Settings → Sound. → Output sound and select Optical or SPDIF.

If there's no sound:

• 🔄 Check if the cable is tightly inserted (should click).
• 🔊 Make sure that the correct signal source is selected on the speakers (Optical).
• 🛠️ Update the TV firmware – in the old versions there were bugs with optical output.

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Method 4: Connecting in 3.5 mm AUX (universalism)

If your speakers have a standard input of 3.5 mm (mini-jack), and the Xiaomi TV is equipped with an output AUX Out (available on most models), it's the easiest way:

• 🎧 Headphones.
• 🔊 Portable columns (JBL Go, Xiaomi Mi Bunny Speaker).
• 📻 Amplifiers or active columns.

Instructions:

1. Connect one end of the 3.5mm – 3.5mm cable to the output AUX Out on TV.
2. Put the other end in the entrance. AUX In on the columns.
3. On the Xiaomi remote go to Settings → Sound. → Output and select Audio output (3.5 mm).
4. Adjust the volume on the speakers and the TV.

Limitations of this method:

• 🔇 The sound quality is lower than with digital connection (interference is possible).
• 🔊 Multi-channel formats are not supported (only stereo).
• 📏 The length of the cable is limited (maximum 5-6 meters without loss of quality).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV 4S) The 3.5mm output is only for headphones and turns off the built-in speakers. To make the sound sound sound on both speakers and TV, use a splitter.

Method 5: Connecting over Wi-Fi (for smart speakers)

If you have smart speakers that support Google Cast (like Google Nest Audio) or Mi Home (like Xiaomi Mi). AI Speaker, they can be connected to a Xiaomi TV over Wi-Fi, which will allow you to stream sound without delay and with better quality than Bluetooth.

How to set up:

1. Make sure that the TV and speaker are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the Xiaomi remote, click Google Assistant (button with microphone) and say, “Enable the audio broadcast to [collector name].”
3. Or manually: Settings → Devices and accessories → Cast → select a column.

Advantages:

• 🎵 The sound quality is better than Bluetooth (before the Bluetooth). 24 bit/96 keto).
• 🔄 No sound delay (suitable for movies).
• 📱 You can control playback from your phone.

Disadvantages:

• 📶 Requires stable Wi-Fi (with a weak signal, breaks are possible).
• 🔧 Not all speakers support Google Cast (check the specifications).

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Adjusting the sound after connecting

After physically connecting the speakers, you need to optimize the sound in the TV menu, which will help to avoid distortion, balance the volume and enable surround support (if available).

Main settings:

1. Choosing a sound source: Settings → Sound. → Sound output → Choose your type of connection (HDMI ARC, Optical etc.).
2. Sound Mode: In the same menu, select Movie, Music or Speech depending on the content.
3. Equator: In Settings → Sound. → Equalizer adjust frequencies (for example, boost bass by 3-5 dB for movies).
4. Sound delay: If the sound is behind the video, in Settings → Sound. → Synchronize the sound by hand select the delay (from -200 before +200 miss).

For soundbars with HDMI ARC check in too:

• 🔊 Passthrough mode is enabled (direct audio transmission without processing).
• 🎬 Supported formats: c Settings → Sound. → Digital output select Auto or manually specify Dolby Digital/PCM.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware below Android TV 10 may not support Dolby Atmos via HDMI ARC. In this case, update the software or use an optical cable.

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