How to Turn Off the Sound on Xiaomi TV Fully or Temporarily: All Ways

Xiaomi TVs have become popular thanks to a combination of affordable prices and modern features, but even with such devices, sometimes simple questions arise. One of the most common is how to quickly and correctly turn off the sound. It would seem that it could be easier? But in practice, users face nuances: sound returns after switching the channel, the button on the remote does not work, or you need to turn off the sound for only one application. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways, from basic to hidden functions that are not written in the official instructions.

Feature of Xiaomi TVs (series Mi) TV 4/4A/4S/5/5X/Q1/Q2/A Pro, etc. in that they work on Android TV Google TV, And that means that you have both standard audio management and specific settings, so for example, you might find that the sound is only turned off in the menu but continues to play in the apps, or vice versa. from complete shutdown to selective volume reduction for individual sources.

Method 1: Classical switching off of sound with a button on the remote

The most obvious method is to use the Mute button on the remote control, but even here, there are pitfalls:

• 🔊 On the Xiaomi remotes, the Mute button can be in different places: on the sidebar (for models with a minimalistic design) or in the top row (for classic remotes).
• 🔄 On some firmware, the sound automatically turns on when you switch the channel or the source of the signal. This is not a fault, but a feature of Android logic. TV.
• 📶 If the button doesn’t work, check the remote connection to the TV: press Menu + OK 5 seconds for re-synchronization.

To prevent the sound from turning on spontaneously after switching the channel, try holding the Mute button for 2-3 seconds – this activates the “complete shutdown” mode (does not work on all models). Also note that on voice-controlled remotes (for example, Mi Remote Pro), the Mute button can be combined with a microphone – press it once to turn off the sound, twice – to activate voice search.

Method 2: Turn off the sound through the settings menu

If the Mute button doesn’t work or you want to be more flexible in your audio management, use system settings.This method is suitable for all Xiaomi models, including the Mi TV Q1E and Redmi Smart TV:

1. Press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to the Sound section. → Loudness.
3. Move the volume slider to the left (value 0).
4. To save the settings, press OK or Back.

In the same menu you will find additional options:

• 🔇 Sound balance: If sound is lost in only one speaker, check this setting (should stand 0 for the center of the sound).
• 🎵 Sound Modes: Select Off to turn off all sound effects (e.g., virtual surround).
• 🔊 Volume Auto-adjustment: Turn off this feature if the sound spontaneously changes when the channels switch.

On Google TVs (e.g., Xiaomi TV A2 2023), the path to audio settings may be different: Settings → Display & Sound → Sound → Loudness. There is also a Do Not Disturb option available, which disables all audio notifications (good for night viewing).

Method 3: Turning off the sound for a particular application

If you only need to turn off the sound in one app (like YouTube or Netflix) and leave it on in the rest, use the Individual Volume feature. This option is available on Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0 firmware and higher:

1. Open the app you want to turn off the sound for.
2. Press the Menu button on the remote.
3. Select the Audio Settings (or Audio Settings).
4. Move the volume slider to 0 or activate the Mute option.

These settings will be saved separately for each application. For example, you can turn off the sound completely in Prime Video, but leave it to Disney+. Note that some streaming services (for example, Twitch) ignore the system settings of the sound and require you to turn off the sound directly in their interface.

On Google TVs, you can set the individual volume through Settings → Apps → [Select App] → Resolutions → Sound. There’s also the option to Ignore System Volume, which is worth turning off if the app doesn’t respond to changes in sound.

Method 4: Hardware shutdown of sound (buttons on the TV)

If the remote is lost, dead or not working, the sound can be turned off using physical buttons on the TV body, and their location depends on the model:

On some models (e.g. Mi TV Q2), hardware buttons can be hidden under the removable lid. If the buttons don't respond, check if the child mode is activated, it blocks all physical controls except the power button. To reset the lock, hold the Menu button on the TV for 10 seconds.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs with OLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) OLED Vision) Long-term retention of volume buttons can lead to activation of the service menu. Do not change the settings in this menu unless you are sure of their purpose - this can disrupt the calibration of the screen.

Method 5: Turn off sound via smartphone (Mi Home app)

If you have an Android or iOS smartphone, you can control the sound of a Xiaomi TV through the official Mi Home app. This method is convenient if the remote is lost or you are in another room.

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Add your TV to the app (if it’s not already connected): click + → TV → Xiaomi and follow the instructions.
3. After connecting, open the TV card in the application.
4. Click on the speaker icon in the bottom menu and move the slider to 0.

There are also additional options available in Mi Home:

• 🔕 Do Not Disturb: Disables all audio notifications and signals.
• 🎧 Sound redirection: allows you to output sound to a smartphone or Bluetooth headphones.
• 🔄 Automation: You can set a rule to make the sound turn off at a certain time (e.g. at night).

If the TV is not displayed in Mi Home, make sure it is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the smartphone. Some models (Mi TV P1) require you to enable Network Control in the TV settings: Settings → Network and Access → Remote Control for remote audio control.

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If the Mi Home app doesn’t find the TV, try restarting the router or temporarily disabling the VPN on your smartphone, and check if the firewall blocks access to the local network.

Problem Solving: The sound doesn't turn off or returns

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the sound is not turned off by any of the above methods.

• 🔊 The sound is activated after the reboot, and this is related to the Recovery of Latest Settings function. Turn it off in Settings. → System system → Recovery.
• 🎮 Sound only plays in games or browsers: some applications use Web Audio API, Try to turn off the sound in the browser or game settings.
• 🔌 The sound goes through HDMI (For example, from a console or sound bar: in this case, you need to turn off the sound at the signal source (for example, on Xbox or Apple). TV).
• 🔄 After updating the firmware, the sound is not controlled: reset the sound settings to factory in Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Sound reset.

If the sound continues to play despite all attempts, check if the external speakers or soundbar are connected to the TV via HDMI ARC or optical output. In this case, the sound can go directly to the external device, bypassing system settings. To turn it off, go to Settings → Sound → Output and select Embedded speakers.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 4.0 and above, there's a bug where the sound can spontaneously turn on when you connect to the Internet, and this is due to the automatic playback of commercials in the launcher. To turn this off, go to Settings. → Annexes → Launcher → Autoplay and deactivate the option.

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If the sound is not turned off in any way, check the external devices (configures, soundbars) connected – they can be the source of sound, regardless of the settings of the TV.

Additional settings: night mode and sound timer

Xiaomi TVs offer advanced sound management features that will come in handy in specific situations:

• 🌙 Night mode: automatically lowers the volume in the dark. → Sound. → Night mode. You can set the schedule and volume reduction level.
• ⏰ Sound timer: turns off the sound after a predetermined time (useful for falling asleep under the TV). → System system → Timers. → Sound timer.
• 🎧 Personalized audio settings: on TVs with Google TV You can create sound profiles for different users (for example, separate settings for children and adults).

For models with Dolby Atmos support (such as the Xiaomi TV Q2 75), the Adaptive Sound option is available, which automatically adjusts the volume depending on the genre of content. If this feature interferes, turn it off in Settings → Sound → Dolby Atmos → Adaptive Sound.

On TVs with built-in Chromecast (such as the Mi TV P1), you can turn off the sound directly from your smartphone while streaming: swipe down on the notification bar and click on the speaker icon. This is convenient if you are streaming content from YouTube or Google Photos.

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