How to Turn Off the Sound on Xiaomi TV: All the Ways to Work in 2026

Xiaomi TV owners often face the need to quickly turn off the sound — whether it’s a night view without headphones, a sudden loud commercial or a phone call. Unlike smartphones, where you just press a physical button, on TV, the process can vary depending on the model, the version of the MIUI TV firmware, and even the type of remote connected. This article covers all the current ways to turn off the sound, including hidden functions and workarounds for non-standard situations.

We tested the instructions on Mi TV 4S (2020), Mi TV Q2 55" and Xiaomi TV A Pro 2023 with the latest software updates. If your TV is released before 2018, some methods (such as voice control) may not work - check the firmware version in Settings → About TV. Also note that the volume setting through HDMI-CEC depends on the connected device (set-top boxes, game console, etc.).

In the article you will find:

• 🔕 Classical methods - buttons on the remote and TV panel
• 🎙️ Voice control (including offline commands)
• 📱 Control from a smartphone via the Mi Home app
• ⚙️ Hidden settings for switching off the sound on a schedule
• ⚠️ What to do if the sound does not turn off (hardware failures, software errors)

1. Mute button on the remote: the fastest way

Most Xiaomi consoles (including the Mi Remote and Xiaomi TV Remote) have a dedicated “Mute” button (a cross-circle speaker icon) next to Volume Control (VOL+/VOL-) and work instantly – without delay even on older TVs.

How to use:

1. Place the remote control on the TV (up to 8 meters).
2. Once you press Mute, the sound will turn off, and the 🔇 icon will appear on the screen.
3. To return the sound, press Mute again or change the volume with the VOL± buttons.

⚠️ Note: On some remotes (for example, from Mi) TV 4A 2017) Mute button is power-based -- hold it for 2 seconds to turn off the sound. If the button doesn't work, check the batteries or reconnect the remote via Settings. → Devices → DU remote.

Make sure the remote is directed to the IR TV receiver.

Replace the batteries (if the indicator is not on)

Try reconnecting the remote in the settings

Check if the signal is blocking a foreign object-->

2. buttons on the TV body: if the remote is lost or broken

All Xiaomi TVs have physical control buttons on the bottom or side panel, and their location depends on the model:

• 📺 Mi TV 4S/4A/4C: The buttons are hidden under the Mi logo (press and hold the right side).
• 📺 Mi TV Q2/Q2Q/A Pro: Touch buttons on the right side (illuminated when touched).
• 📺 Xiaomi TV 65" 2023: mechanical buttons under the screen (protected by a plug).

To turn off the sound:

1. Find the VOL- button (Loudness Reduction).
2. Hold it for 3-5 seconds – the sound will turn off (analogue Mute).
3. To return the sound, press the VOL+ or any other volume button.

💡 Useful tip: If the buttons don't respond, the TV could go to Hotel Mode mode (limited functionality). To reset it, press the Menu button on the case for 10 seconds.

3. Voice control: Turn off the sound by the team

Xiaomi TVs with Google Assistant or XiaoAI (Chinese version) allow voice control, which is convenient if the remote is far away and the hands are busy.

• 🔊 Connected microphone (built-in or external, such as Xiaomi AI Speaker).
• 🌐 Active Internet connection (for cloud-based command processing).
• 🔄 Voice control enabled in Settings → Voice assistant.

Commands to turn off the sound:

• 🎤 "Okay, Google, turn off the TV" (English: "Hey Google, mute the TV").
• 🎤 Xiao Ai, (for Chinese firmware, pronounced "jing yin").
• 🎤 "Alice, turn off the sound" (if Yandex.Station is connected via HDMI-CEC).

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work if:

• The TV is connected to a VPN (Google Assistant geo-blocking).
• The room has a high noise level (interference to the microphone).
• Access to the microphone is disabled in Settings → Privacy.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t understand the command, try to reframe it shorter: instead of “Switch off the sound on the Xiaomi TV,” say “Silent” or “Mut.”

4. Control from a smartphone: the Mi Home app

The Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS) allows you to remotely control your TV, including turning off the sound, which is useful if you lose the remote control or are in another room.

• 📱 The TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔗 The TV is linked to a Xiaomi account (check Settings → Account).
• 📲 Installed Mi Home app (version no lower than 6.0).

Step-by-step:

1. Open Mi Home and select your TV from the device list.
2. Go to the Control tab (remote icon).
3. Click on the speaker icon with a cross (Mute) or use a volume slider.

📌 Important: In some regions (e.g. Europe), Mi Home TVs are restricted due to legislation. If there is no Mute button, try:

• Update the application to the latest version.
• Switch the region of Xiaomi account to China (in profile settings).
• Use alternative software, such as Mi Remote Controller (requires manual adjustment of IR signals).

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The Mi Home app can control the TV even via the mobile Internet, if the Remote Access mode is enabled in the router settings.

5.Schedule shutdown: Hidden MIUI TV feature

MIUI TV firmware (versions 3.0 and higher) includes a hidden Silence Timer option that automatically turns off the sound at a given time, a feature useful for parents (limiting night viewing) or creating "quiet hours" while working.

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Additional settings.
2. Select a silence timer (some models call it a sleep mode).
3. Specify the start and end times of the sound shutdown (e.g., 22:00 to 07:00).
4. Activate the option to Apply to all sources (including HDMI, USB, TV-tuner).

⚠️ Warning: Silence timer is not working:

• When connected via Bluetooth (earphones, sound panel).
• If the TV is restarted (setting is reset).
• On models with MIUI TV Global firmware below version 2.5.

Problems and Solutions: The sound doesn't turn off

If none of these methods worked, the problem could be hardware or software failures, and let's look at typical scenarios and their solutions:

🔊 There's a sound, but the buttons don't work:

• 🛠️ Reset remote: Remove the batteries for 30 seconds, then insert back.
• 🔄 TV reboot: Turn off the TV for 1 minute, then turn it on.
• 📲 Software Update: Check for updates in Settings → About TV → System Update.

🔇 The sound is turned off, but it comes back:

• 📻 Interference from HDMI- Devices: Disconnect all cables HDMI and check if the problem persists.
• 🔊 Reset sound settings: Go to Settings → Sound → Reset to factory.
• 🛠️ Hardware malfunction: If the sound appears by itself, the audio chip may fail (repair required).

🎵 The sound only comes through HDMI (e.g., from the console):

• 🔌 Check settings HDMI-CEC: Enable the Control HDMI option in Settings → Devices.
• 🎮 Use console console: Press Mute on the Xbox, PlayStation or Apple remote TV.
• 🔇 Turn off sound at source: In the settings of the console, select Output: No sound.

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