OTG mode in Xiaomi (On The Go) is a special mode of operation of the USB controller in a smartphone, which allows you to connect peripheral devices and external memory storage devices to Xiaomi.
Via USB you can connect to Xiaomi:
- Flash drive
- External hard drive (assuming it has additional power, the phone's power is not enough to run it)
- Mouse
- Keyboard
- Game joystick
- camera
- Internet
- Printer
- Other devices
This article will talk about how to connect a USB flash drive and why sometimes the phone does not see it.
Other Features
In addition to the above, if the PS4 does not see the flash drive, check:
- operability of the device with other equipment;
- fixing it in the socket (for complete insertion);
- prohibition on reproduction of content;
- type of data being reproduced.
If the proposed instructions are completed and observed in accordance with the recommendations, then after placing the drive in the slot, the desired media set will appear in the list:
Enjoy your favorite genres of the media industry and your personal, no less dear to your heart works.
Install Aptoide
Aptoide is needed to install applications that are not on the official Google Play. For example, applications for free viewing of TV channels and movies in HD quality.
- Download X-plore File Manager in order to open .apk files from a flash drive.
- Go to Settings - Security and Restrictions. Open the Unknown sources section.
- Activate the checkbox next to X-plore Manager.
- Download Aptoide to a flash drive from the official website - https://m.aptoide.com/installer-aptoide-tv
- We insert it into the console and go to File Manager. Run the installer file and open the program.
It's time to install applications for watching movies and TV series for free - HD Videobox:
- We look for the application by name in the Aptoid search or follow the link to the application page - https://elefant-hd-videobox.ru.aptoide.com.
- Install as usual and open.
Thousands of films and TV series are available in this program with different options for voice acting, quality and even the language of the film.
In most cases HD quality is available.
How a set-top box solves the problem of watching TV
There are many offers for online television. But, I settled, in my opinion, on the most profitable and optimal in terms of the availability of channels - OTTCLUB . More than 247 channels are available for viewing, which are grouped into categories and are updated regularly. You can turn on a test period for a day and evaluate the quality.
SD, HD, FullHD channels are available with an archive of 7 days, and this is very convenient. Unlike other providers, there are no junk channels here, only the best and most interesting ones. To view, you must install the application, enter the client code and password. Five minutes and you have access to online television.
I especially liked the user-friendly and informative application. You can customize absolutely everything, even the font size. Very convenient and easy to use. It can be downloaded from the Play Market.
And the coolest thing is that you have several tariffs to choose from, one of which I liked the most. This is “Per Request Billing”, where you only pay for views. If you don't watch TV, don't pay. In my opinion, it is very convenient, since with such a set-top box, watching regular TV fades into the background. An overview of the service, pros and cons can be found here.
As you understand, no installing antennas, laying cables or drilling walls. You can watch TV wherever there is Internet, and on 3 devices at the same time.
Virus infection of files
SMART TV sometimes suddenly stops detecting a drive that it has been working with successfully for quite some time. Unfortunately, such a failure is not uncommon. There are different sources. It is possible that the file system has become unusable or damaged sectors have formed on the flash drive. If they are not so significant, and the reason is specifically in the system, then a standard reformatting operation can help. The user needs to remember that this process destroys absolutely all information on the media. In addition, you need to correctly install a compatible file standard with the TV receiver.
Problems occur when the flash drive is simply physically exhausted, since it is not eternal. Often, the precondition for serious failures in the operation of drives is the destruction of the flash system by malicious viruses. In this situation, a high-quality anti-virus software product and secondary formatting can help. When using a flash card from various mobile phones and downloading files from the network, the possibility of a virus getting onto the flash drive is very high.
Full customization
After connecting, perform the following steps to configure the box:
- On the remote control, press the power button. A welcome message should appear on the screen;
- Then you need to select a language. This is done using the scroll buttons;
- For further configuration, the software will prompt the user to use a phone, tablet or remote control;
- Next, you need to synchronize the device using a simple method using a verification code, and then open the application.
Now you can study the software and give a configuration command (the text is entered into a special window). You need to confirm the code right away. After the completed actions, the system begins to copy existing accounts. The Android TV menu should appear.
Why does the digital set-top box not see the flash drive?
There are many reasons why the TV set-top box does not see a USB flash drive. Let's highlight the main ones:
- FAT or NTFS file system is not supported.
- Inappropriate storage capacity.
- Damage to the USB connector or flash drive.
- Memory size limit.
- Wrong name.
- Viruses.
- Port assignment mismatch, etc.
The above are just a few explanations why the digital set-top box does not see the flash drive. But what is important to users is not the reason, but the solution. They should know what to do in such circumstances. We will dwell on this issue below.
By the way, if your receiver has coped with the reading, but there is no sound on the set-top box from the flash drive, try to fix the problems yourself. It's not as difficult as it seems.
Solving basic connection problems
In many cases, the problem can be fixed by simply restarting your PlayStation 4 and modem.
- Turn off your modem, thereby disconnecting your PS4 from the Internet for 10 minutes.
- If your console is connected by an Ethernet cable, disconnect it.
- Then turn your modem back on and connect your PS4 to the internet.
- Make sure all users are signed out of their PS4 accounts and turn off the console completely.
This process resets the modem and internet settings and completely restarts the console.
If the problem persists, test your Internet connection:
What to do if PS4 does not see the flash drive
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What to do if PS4 does not see the flash drive
What to do if PS4 does not see the flash drive
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- Go to [Settings] > [Network] > [Test Internet Connection].
- Check the list of ports depending on your console or service:
- PlayStation Now - UDP Port: 2053.
- TCP: 80, 443, 3478, 3479, 3480.
- UDP: 3478, 3479.
- Make sure you open these TCP/UDP ports in BOTH directions and enter them into the TCP and UDP port fields on your modem.
- Make sure you have NAT 1 or 2 setup.
If you don't see errors on your console, contact the Support Center and provide the following information:
- NAT type;
- download speed;
- download speed.
Causes
To help you diagnose the problem yourself, we have provided a short guide with the described “symptoms” of each situation.
| The problem why the Mi Box remote control does not work | Description |
| My battery is almost done | The TV does not respond to any commands from the remote control at all. Initially, the buttons did not work immediately, but after 3-5 presses. And over time they stopped working altogether. |
| Natural wear and tear | It often happens that you press, for example, channel 5, but switches to 2 or 8. This indicates that the microcircuits are starting to wear out and produce incorrect responses to requests. |
| Liquid, dust got in, the remote control was missed or hit hard | Often such circumstances are visible to the naked eye. If, after a fall and impact, the remote control stops functioning (partially or completely), it means that important parts have broken or the contacts have come loose. Another possible option is damage to the infrared port. |
File structure
Before recording video, audio files or photos onto a USB device, you need to create the corresponding directories in the root.
For music content this should be the MUSIK folder, for watching movies - VIDEO, etc.
All folders should not contain Russian letters in their names. In addition, they should not contain subdirectories or archives.
Structure for updates
The previously downloaded, official update file should be located on the flash drive in the directory: PS4/UPDATE/. It's easy to put together on a computer.
