How to connect the Honor 8X to a TV via Wi-Fi: A complete guide with troubleshooting solutions

Wirelessly streaming your smartphone's screen to a big-screen TV has become an integral part of the modern multimedia experience. Honor 8X People often face the question of how to maximize the capabilities of their device for watching movies, games, or presentations on TV without unnecessary wires. This article will cover all the nuances of connecting via Wi-Fi, taking into account model features and common issues.

The main difficulty lies in the variety of wireless transmission protocols: from the classic Miracast to proprietary solutions like Huawei Share (formerly known as Huawei Cast+). We'll break down each method and evaluate their compatibility with different TVs (from Samsung to LG), and we'll also provide up-to-date solutions for common errors like "no signal" or "connection interrupted." We'll pay special attention to optimizing latency and image quality—critical parameters for gamers and video enthusiasts. 4K.

1. Preparing the TV and Honor 8X smartphone

Before you begin connecting, you must ensure that both devices meet the minimum requirements. Honor 8X (model JSN-L21/L22/L23) supports Wi-Fi Direct And Miracast, but for stable operation it is required:

• 📱 EMUI version not lower than 9.0 (Android 9 Pie). You can check in Settings → About phone → EMUI version
• 📺 TV with support at least one of the protocols: Miracast, Wi-Fi Direct, Screen Mirroring or proprietary analogs (for example, Samsung Smart View)
• 🔄 Shared Wi-Fi network (for some methods) The router must operate within the range 2.4 GHz (5 GHz may not be supported)
• 🔋 Battery charge smartphone above 30%. Wireless broadcasting actively consumes energy.

Important: If your TV was released before 2016, there is a ~40% chance that it will not support Miracast. In this case, you will need an external adapter (e.g. Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter or AnyCast). To check TV compatibility:

⚠️ Note: Manufacturers regularly update TV firmware, adding or removing protocol support. Before purchasing an adapter, check your TV's menu for the latest information. Settings → Network → Screen Mirroring or similar.

2. Method 1: Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct (the most universal)

Protocol Wi-Fi Direct Creates a direct connection between devices without a router, minimizing latency. This method works on 90% of Smart TVs. Instructions for Honor 8X:

1. Activate Wi-Fi Direct mode on your TV:
   • 📺 Samsung: Settings → General → Network → Wi-Fi Direct
   • 📺 LG: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct
   • 📺 Android TV: Settings → Devices → Connection → Wi-Fi Direct

On a smartphone Honor 8X go to Settings → Wireless & networks → Wi-Fi Direct (or Settings → Connected devices → Wi-Fi Direct in new versions of EMUI).

From the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (for example, UE55KU6000 or LG_OLED55C1).

Confirm the connection on both devices. A PIN may appear on the TV; enter it on your smartphone.

Once successfully connected, a notification about a new device will appear on your TV screen. To cast your screen:

5. Swipe down the notification panel on Honor 8X.
6. Click Projection (or Wireless projection in the English-language firmware).
7. Select the connected TV from the list.

The Wi-Fi Direct icon is active on the TV | The smartphone is displayed in the list of connected devices | There are no "Weak Signal" or "Incompatible Device" errors | The smartphone screen is visible on the TV (it may be black before the broadcast starts) -->

A critical issue for the Honor 8X: if the TV screen displays artifacts or a green tint after connecting, a codec conflict is most often the cause. The solution is to force "Video Only" mode in the projection settings (step 7 below).

3. Method 2: Using Miracast (for Android TV)

Miracast — a wireless broadcast standard built into Android starting with version 4.2. It provides minimal latency (up to 30 ms), which is critical for gaming. However, Honor 8X has a limitation: maximum broadcast resolution is 1920×1080 at 30 Hz, even if the TV supports 4K.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. On TV:

   Settings → Devices → Screen Mirroring → Enable

   (For Sony Bravia the path may differ: Settings → Network → Home network settings → Miracast)

2. On Honor 8X go to Settings → Connected devices → Screen projection.
3. Select Miracast (or Wireless display).
4. In the list of detected devices, tap on the name of your TV.
5. Confirm the connection on the TV (you may need to select the signal source via the button) Source or Input on the remote control).

To optimize image quality:

• 🎮 For games: In the Miracast settings on your smartphone, select the mode Game (if available) or reduce the resolution to 1280×720 to reduce latency.
• 🎬 For video: Activate the option Optimize for video (in some firmware EMUI is called Smooth video).

⚠️ Note: Some TVs Samsung (J and K series, 2015-2017) block Miracast if the router is enabled WPA3Switch to . WPA2-PSK in your router settings or use the Wi-Fi Direct method.

4. Method 3: Huawei Share app (for TVs with HarmonyOS)

A proprietary solution from Huawei (previously known as Huawei Cast+) is optimized for the company's ecosystem, but also works with Honor 8X Thanks to the common origin of EMUI, this method supports streaming with resolutions up to 1080p and frequency 60 Hz, and also allows you to control your TV from your smartphone.

Connection algorithm:

1. Install the application Huawei Share from AppGallery (if it is not pre-installed). For TVs on HarmonyOS (For example, Huawei Vision) no additional software is required.
2. Turn on the TV mode Huawei Share through:

   Settings → Devices → Huawei Share → Enable discovery

3. On Honor 8X Swipe down the notification panel and hold the icon Huawei Share (or go to Settings → Huawei Share).
4. Select your TV from the list and confirm the connection.
5. To broadcast your screen, tap Screen projection on the menu Huawei Share.

The advantages of this method:

• 🔄 Automatic reconnection when returning to Wi-Fi range.
• 🎵 Ability to broadcast audio only (useful for music applications).
• 📱 Control your TV from your smartphone screen (remote control in the app).

How do I enable audio-only mode in Huawei Share?

1. Connect to your TV via Huawei Share.

2. In the projection menu, select Settings → Broadcast Mode → Audio Only.

3. Now the sound from the phone will be played through the TV speakers, and the screen will remain on the smartphone.

This is useful for listening to music (Spotify, YouTube Music) or podcasts without blocking the TV.

5. Solving common errors

Even with proper connection, users Honor 8X frequently encounter problems. We've compiled solutions for 80% of typical cases:

If your TV is not found in the list of available devices:

1. Check if the mode is enabled Detection on the TV (usually in the network settings).
2. Disable any VPN or proxy on your smartphone—they may be blocking local detection.
3. Make sure that the TV is not in the active mode. Guest network or Isolated network.
4. Switch the router to the mode 802.11n (turn off 802.11ac), if you use Wi-Fi Direct.

6. Optimizing broadcast quality

Even with a successful connection, users often experience lag or low resolution. Here's how to improve the experience:

• 📶 For a stable signal:
  • Place the router at an equal distance from the TV and smartphone.
  • Use the channel 2.4 GHz with width 20 MHz (in the router settings).
  • Disable nearby devices that consume bandwidth (e.g. IP cameras).
• 🎮 For games:
  • Reduce the broadcast resolution to 1280×720 in the Miracast settings.
  • Activate the mode Game on TV (if available).
  • Use a wired gamepad connected to your smartphone to minimize input lag.
• 🎬 For video:
  • Enable the option Upscaling on TV to improve quality 1080p→4K.
  • Use apps that support DRM (Netflix, Disney+) - they optimize the stream for broadcasting.
  • Turn it off HDR in the projection settings if the TV does not support HDR10.

To check the current lag, you can use the test:

1. Launch the stopwatch on your smartphone (for example, in the app Google Clock).
2. Click the button Start and simultaneously touch the TV screen.
3. The difference between visual and real time is latency. Optimal value: <30 ms.

7. Alternative connection methods

If wireless methods are not suitable (for example, due to high latency), consider alternatives:

• 🔌 HDMI adapter:
  • For Honor 8X an adapter will fit USB-C to HDMI (model with chip DisplayLink).
  • Supports 4K@30Hz And 1080p@60Hz without delays.
  • Price: from 1500 ₽ (for example, Baseus HDMI Adapter).
• 📱 Google Chromecast:
  • Connects to your TV's HDMI port and works via Wi-Fi.
  • Requires app installation Google Home on your smartphone.
  • Supports streaming from most apps (YouTube, Netflix).
• 🖥️ DLNA/UPnP:
  • To view media files (photos, videos, music) without screen duplication.
  • Use apps like BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.
  • Not suitable for games or interactive applications.

Comparison of methods by key parameters:

8. Firmware update for improved compatibility

Manufacturers regularly release updates that fix wireless broadcasting errors. Honor 8X Current software versions:

• Latest official firmware: EMUI 9.1.0.320 (C432) (Android 9).
• For TVs:
  • Samsung: Tizen 5.5+ (2020 and newer).
  • LG: webOS 5.0+ (2020 models).
  • Android TV: Android 10+.

Update instructions Honor 8X:

1. Go to Settings → System → Software Update.
2. Click Checking for updates.
3. If a new version is available, download it (recommended via Wi-Fi).
4. After installation, reset your network settings: Settings → System → Reset → Network reset.

To update your TV:

• 📺 Samsung: Settings → Support → Software Update → Update Now.
• 📺 LG: Settings → All settings → General → Software update.
• 📺 Android TV: Settings → Device → System update.

⚠️ Note: If the "Projection" option in the settings disappears after updating EMUI on your Honor 8X, perform a factory reset: Settings → System → Reset → Reset all settingsThis will return the default wireless streaming options.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about connecting the Honor 8X to a TV

Is it possible to mirror the Honor 8X screen to a TV without Wi-Fi (offline)?

Yes, use it for this Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast — they create a direct connection between devices without a router. The main requirement is that both devices must support the selected protocol. If the TV is older than 2016, an external adapter (e.g. AnyCast M2 Plus).

Why is there no sound when connecting via Miracast?

This is a problem for TVs. Sony Bravia 2018-2019. Decisions:

1. On your TV, go to Settings → Sound → Audio Output Settings → Digital Output (Optical/HDMI) and select PCM instead of Auto.
2. On your smartphone, turn off the projection option in the projection settings. Video only.
3. Reconnect the devices, first turning off Bluetooth on your smartphone (it may conflict with the audio stream).

If the sound still does not appear, use external speakers connected to the TV via HDMI ARC or optical cable.

How to stream only YouTube videos and not the entire screen?

There are two ways to do this:

1. Via Chromecast:
   • Connect Google Chromecast to the TV's HDMI port.
   • In the YouTube app on your smartphone, tap the cast icon (in the upper right corner of the video) and select your Chromecast.

Via DLNA:

• Install the application on your TV LocalCast or BubbleUPnP.
• On YouTube on your smartphone, click Share → LocalCast and select TV.

Both methods stream only YouTube content without blocking your smartphone screen.

Is it possible to play PUBG Mobile on TV using Honor 8X without lag?

Technically yes, but with some caveats:

• 🎮 Minimal delay (~30 ms) is achieved only through HDMI adapter (recommended) USB-C to HDMI with a chip DisplayLink).
• 📶 When using Miracast the delay will be ~70-100 ms, which is critical for shooters. For strategy games (for example, Clash of Clans) that's enough.
• 🔋 Playing wirelessly drains your smartphone's battery in 1.5-2 hours. Connect Honor 8X to charge while playing.
• 📵 To reduce lag, disable background apps and activate the mode For games in EMUI settings.

Optimal FPS when streaming via Wi-Fi: 25-30 fps (with graphics settings Balanced in PUBG).

Why doesn't the TV see the Honor 8X in the list of available devices?

The problem may be with your smartphone or TV. Check the following:

1. On a smartphone:
   • Make sure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are turned on (even if you are using Wi-Fi Direct).
   • In the developer settings (Settings → About phone → Build number (7 taps) → Developer options) turn on Debugging over Wi-Fi.
   • Restart your device.
2. On TV:
   • Update your firmware to the latest version.
   • Reset network settings: Settings → Network → Network Reset.
   • If the TV Samsung, check if the mode is turned on Energy saving - it can block device detection.

In the router:

• Disable the feature Isolation of clients (Client Isolation).
• Set a fixed channel 2.4 GHz (for example, 6 or 11) instead Auto.

If the problem persists, try connecting via a different protocol (for example, use Miracast instead of Wi-Fi Direct).