Modern TVs, including popular Xiaomi Mi TVs, often have a thin body that physically prevents them from placing powerful speakers, resulting in a flat sound that lacks deep bass, which is especially noticeable when watching action movies or listening to music. The solution to this problem is to connect external acoustics, and portable speakers JBL are one of the best options due to their sound quality and popularity.
The process of synchronizing devices may seem complicated only at first glance, but the Android TV operating system on which Xiaomi TVs are based provides flexible tools for managing the peripherals. You don’t need to be an engineer to configure audio streaming over a wireless channel or cable. The main thing is to understand what kind of connection method is available for your particular TV and speaker model.
In this article, we will go into detail all possible ways to connect, from classic Bluetooth to wired options via HDMI ARC and Optical. We will also touch on important nuances, such as eliminating sound delays (lags) and adjusting codecs for maximum quality. Follow the instructions to turn your TV into a full-fledged home theater.
Preparation of equipment and compatibility check
Before you start taking action, make sure all components are ready to go.First check the battery charge of your portable JBL acoustics. Low charge can lead to unstable connection or sudden disconnection of the device during the setup process, which will knock out the entire pairing algorithm.
The second important step is to update the software of the Xiaomi Mi TV. Manufacturers regularly release patches that improve the performance of Bluetooth modules and correct compatibility errors with various audio codecs. If your TV has not been updated for a long time, the likelihood of a successful connection decreases.
It's also worth determining in advance which data interface is a priority for your situation. Wireless is convenient because it doesn't require extra wires, but can suffer from delays. Wireless connectivity guarantees stability, but limits the mobility of the speaker.
⚠️ Note: Make sure that the column JBL The connection priority is often given to the last active device, and the TV may simply "not see" the speaker in search mode.
For wired connection, you may need additional cables that don't always come with a bundle. check in advance for an optical cable (Toslink) or quality cable. AUX-And you can use a cable if you're going to use analog output, for digital interfaces like this. HDMI ARC You will need a corresponding cable version 1.4 or higher.
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Wireless connection via Bluetooth
The most common and convenient way to integrate JBL acoustics with Xiaomi’s ecosystem is to use Bluetooth technology, which does not require the purchase of additional adapters and allows you to place the speaker anywhere in the room where the signal is picked up, but it is worth considering that the sound quality may depend on the codecs supported.
First, you need to put the speaker in pairing mode, and most JBL models need to press and hold the on button or a special button with the Bluetooth logo until the indicator flashes quickly, and in some cases you need to press a key combination, such as simultaneously pressing the volume buttons.
Once you activate the acoustics search mode, take the remote control and go to the main menu. You need to find the settings section, which is usually called Settings or has a gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Next, the path may vary slightly depending on the version of the PatchWall shell or pure Android TV.
From the settings menu, select Remote and Accessories or Bluetooth. The TV will start scanning the available devices. Once your column name appears on the list (such as JBL Flip 5 or JBL Charge 4), highlight it and press the confirmation button on the remote.
- 🎧 Press the Bluetooth button on the column JBL before the indicator flashes.
- 📺 On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Remote and accessories.
- 🔍 Select “Add Accessory” and wait for the device to appear in the list.
- ✅ Confirm the pairing by selecting the name of your acoustics.
If the connection is successful, the TV will issue a notification and the sound will switch to external acoustics. In some cases, you may need to manually select the output device in the audio settings, if the automatic switching has not occurred.
Customization of sound output and elimination of delays
Once paired successfully, users often face the challenge of desynchronizing audio and video, a phenomenon known as latency or lag, especially in dynamic movie or game scenes, and the sound is a fraction of a second behind the picture, which is very annoying when viewed.
To minimize latency, you need to change the audio codec settings in your Xiaomi TV. By default, the system can use high-compression codecs to save energy, which increases signal processing time. Switching to higher-quality codecs can solve the problem.
To access the advanced settings, you may need to activate the developer mode. Go to Settings → About the device and find the Build item. Click on it 7 times in a row until you say you’ve become a developer. Then a new section will appear in the settings menu.
Settings → About TV → Assembly (7 clicks) → Settings → Applications → Bluetooth Audio CodecIn the Bluetooth Audio Codec menu that opens, try switching from SBC to AAC or aptX if your JBL column supports these formats. The AAC codec usually provides better compatibility and less latency with Android devices. Also on this menu, you can find the Bluetooth Audio Sample Rate setting, which is recommended to set to 48.0 kHz or 96.0 kHz.
⚠️ Warning: Changing the codec settings in developer mode can cause a temporary loss of sound. If the sound does not appear after changing the setting, return the default value or restart the TV.
Additional check the equalizer settings. Some surround sound effects, such as Dolby Atmos or DTS Virtual:X, can add additional processing and increase latency. Try turning these effects off from the Sound → Sound Mode menu and select Normal or Mode Mode.
Why is the SBC causing delays?
Use of wired connections: HDMI ARC and Optical
If you don’t like the quality of your wireless connection or want maximum fidelity of sound, consider the wired options. Xiaomi Mi TVs in the mid-to-high-end segment often feature an HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) port, which allows you to transmit high-quality sound to external devices.
However, portable JBL speakers rarely have HDMI input. To implement this scheme, you will need a soundbar or receiver that already has JBL acoustics connected to, or a special DAC (digital-analog converter) with HDMI/Optical input and access to AUX/Bluetooth. If you have an Optical 3.5mm jack adapter, you can connect active acoustics directly.
Optical output (S/PDIF) is a more common option for connecting external sound. It transmits a digital signal without loss. The cable must be inserted into the Optical Out port on the TV and into the corresponding input on the decoder or amplifier to which the JBL system is connected.
Once the cable is physically connected, you need to set the TV to use the external output. Go to Settings → Sound → Audio output and select Optical output or HDMI ARC. It is also recommended to set the audio format on PCM, since many simple decoders do not support complex formats like Dolby Digital Pass-through.
| Type of connection | Sound quality | Delay (Latency) | Convenience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Good (compressed) | Medium/High | Maximum. |
| HDMI ARC | Excellent (no losses) | Minimum | Average. |
| Optical (Toslink) | Excellent. | Minimum | Low (need cable) |
| AUX (3.5 mm) | Average (analogue) | Absent. | Low. |
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Wired connectivity via Optical or HDMI ARC always provides better synchronization of sound and video compared to Bluetooth, excluding lags in games and movies.
Connection via AUX cable (analog method)
The simplest and “good old” way that works with almost all models of TVs and speakers is an analog connection through a connector. 3.5 If your model has a Xiaomi Mi TV exit Headphone/Audio Out, and the column. JBL entrance AUX, There should be no problems.
You will need a 3.5mm jack cable to implement it, 3.5mm jack. Note that some models of JBL portable speakers (such as older versions of Flip or Charge) may require a cable with one 3.5mm plug and another other than the standard, but the standard jack is most often used.
Once the cable is connected, the sound on the TV should switch automatically. If this does not happen, check the sound settings and make sure that the output device is selected as “Wired Headphones” or “External speakers”, the advantage of this method is the complete absence of delays and independence from the battery of the speaker (if it is running on the network).
The disadvantage of analogue connectivity is the possible presence of background noise, especially if the cable is poor quality or too long, and the volume level can be adjusted independently on the TV and on the speaker itself, which requires double tuning.
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Use the shielded AUX-cable 1.5-2 Long cables without quality interference protection can catch tips from the Wi-Fi router, creating an unpleasant background in pauses between tracks.
Solving common problems and failures
Despite the simplicity of the procedure, users may encounter a number of difficulties, and one of the common problems is that the TV sees the speaker but does not connect, giving an error "failed to conjugate", in which case, try to remove the device from the list of previously connected and start the process again, after performing a complete reset of the network settings on the TV.
Another scenario is that there's sound, but it's intermittent or quiet. This could indicate codec conflict or low signal strength. Try moving the speaker closer to the TV, removing obstacles. Also check if the battery is dead, because when the charge is low, some JBL models reduce the power of the transmitter / receiver.
If the sound is only coming through the TV speakers, even when the speaker is connected, check the Audio output settings. Sometimes the system does not switch automatically. In the Sound menu, find the Speakers and force the External Speakers (Bluetooth/Optics) option.
- 🔄 Perform network reset: Settings → Network → Resetting network settings.
- 🔇 Make sure that the column does not include "Mute" or minimum volume.
- 📶 Disable other Bluetooth devices that may cause interference (mouse, keyboards).
- ⚡ Restart router if interference is coming from Wi-Fi channel (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth frequencies may conflict).
⚠️ Note: When using Bluetooth adapters (unless the TV has a built-in module), avoid cheap models without profile support A2DP and AVRCP. They can only transmit mono sound or not allow volume control from the remote control.