What formats does the Prado USB support?

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SanJade
07/29/25 11:28pm
The Prado USB supports lossless WAV or MP3 formats. Main functions of the USB port in a car: Utilizing the car's standard power supply, the USB port can be used to charge electrical devices or serve as a fixed power interface for electrical equipment. Precautions for using the USB port: Charging should only be done when the car's engine is running to avoid damage to electrical devices due to unstable power supply. Do not connect too many devices to prevent overloading, which could damage the car battery and alternator. Avoid using the USB port during thunderstorms to prevent lightning strikes. Do not use the USB port in damp environments. Rust or water stains may cause the USB drive to fail to connect properly.
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ORebecca
08/16/25 2:13am
Using a USB drive to listen to music in the Prado is super convenient, and I do it often. It supports many mainstream formats like MP3, WMA, and even AAC, which are all compatible. It can even play FLAC lossless audio, but the USB drive must be formatted in the FAT32 file system, otherwise the system might not recognize it. I remember last time I loaded a bunch of MP3 files, and the sound quality was handled quite well. Just make sure the USB drive capacity isn’t too large—it’s best not to exceed 32GB, as larger drives may slow down the system. Also, it’s recommended to place files directly in the root directory rather than deep folders, otherwise finding them can be troublesome. Keep operations simple while driving to ensure safety. In short, making good use of these formats can make long trips more enjoyable.
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LaJaxson
10/19/25 2:16am
As someone with some technical knowledge looking at the Prado's USB playback, the supported audio formats are mainly standard types like MP3, WMA, AAC, and FLAC might also work depending on the model year, with newer models performing better. The USB drive must be in FAT32 format; NTFS or exFAT won't work. Keep the music files simple without too many nested folders. It's recommended to check the user manual for specific details or regularly update the system firmware to ensure compatibility. Using high-quality MP3 files provides decent sound quality, and the system handles them smoothly, making it quite user-friendly.
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