Does there have to be a specific format for playing music or videos on this radio off a usb. I haven't been able to play any movies on it. Please help
851607
U have to download a converter to your PC and convert from mp4 to jpeg its been awhile since I did it but just go online for mp4. Converter to jpeg. I think it should work then
851608
what I read in the manual states that you can have movies on a usb or sd card if you have movies on them and music the device will play audio then video. video also must be in mpeg1 or mpeg2 formats according the manual.
851252
Yes it plays video from sd card and usb in .avi I have not tried any other video format
1724154
Yes, it will play that format. You can connect the cell phone to the radio through blue tooth and play any media on your device. The bad thing is I had problems with my radio 1 week after install, my radio stopped accepting discs. It would just shoot right out when you attempt to play. They offered to replace but I had to pay for all shipping which was like $50. But good luck to you.
2085200
its a usb port so I certain it should play media I've never tried due to the amount of other options but if I were to guess I'd say yes....otherwise look up online or contact their customer support.
856671
Yes, this unit has a USB port on the side; description in the manual is as follows: "DVD playback condition for disc playback/USB/SD switch button". It can play Mp3 and MP4 files. It supports USB and SD/MMC. In the manual is the following: "Support MP4, MP3, WMA, MPG, AVI, VOB, DIVX, JPEG formats."
1861313
In the manual from page 5-8 gives you instructions on how to get to the different options. Choose your source, USB, SD or A/V then select your media. I am unable to power my device on to better tell you. I tried using it like a projector connected to my laptop which was why I purchased it, but never got it to work that way and didn't play with it long enough to figure it out. Sorry. It should, since it works when connected to phones unless it is certain devices only.
2101580
I have not used that drive, but I have used a Western Digital 3TB USB 3.0 drive with no problem at all. No problem playing any format video that I have come across with the player.
800367
I have had my radio for over a year now. I had problems the first time I tried to play music from a USB flash drive. I tried another drive and it worked fine. I have no idea why the first one didn't work but formatted the second one and it worker perfectly.
1322183
Just make sure you have the right file format. I tried but it didn't work. Radio is really cheap.
1028406
I had this same problem, too. put a couple of movies on there and it was almost painful to try to watch. I don't think this device works very well for videos/movies. :/ I doubt the hardware is good enough to provide a proper, synced playback.
183759
I was having the same trouble, but I think I just figured out a solution, at least one that works for me. When I'm playing an MP4 movie off a USB stick, I get no sound. The secret for me is to hit the "Audio" button on the remote. You'll see some info in the upper left hand side of the screen. The default setting there is "1/2 AAC." You don't want that. Hit the Audio button again. You'll see that that'll switch the audio playback mode from "1/2 AAC" to "2/2 Dolby Stereo" ... and in a second or two the sound kicks in. Works for me anyway -- here's hoping it works for you too. I was having the same trouble, but I think I just figured out a solution, at least one that works for me. When I'm playing an MP4 movie off a USB stick, I get no sound. The secret for me is to hit the "Audio" button on the remote. You'll see some info in the upper left hand side of the screen. The default setting there is "1/2 AAC." You don't want that. Hit the Audio button again. You'll see that that'll switch the audio playback mode from "1/2 AAC" to "2/2 Dolby Stereo" ... and in a second or two the sound kicks in. Works for me anyway -- here's... » Read More I was having the same trouble, but I think I just figured out a solution, at least one that works for me. When I'm playing an MP4 movie off a USB stick, I get no sound. The secret for me is to hit the "Audio" button on the remote. You'll see some info in the upper left hand side of the screen. The default setting there is "1/2 AAC." You don't want that. Hit the Audio button again. You'll see that that'll switch the audio playback mode from "1/2 AAC" to "2/2 Dolby Stereo" ... and in a second or two the sound kicks in. Works for me anyway -- here's hoping it works for you too. « Show Less
267607
I also bought this item and experienced the same .My advise to you is to format the device then try putting the music on it via USB connector,IF it still doesn't work then there is a possibility that the problem is within the mp3 or USB.
2280533
It does have a USB port for playing media from a USB drive, but both units died before I got to try it.
735727
I do not use that feature. I have tried the USB feature on several devices didn't like the lack of options so I only use mp3 players. Not having a choice of play lists and shuffle is not an option for me. As for the unit being a POS as suggested by another poster I haven't had a problem with it. It's a cheap no frills amplifier, it plays stereo. I have a high end receiver for other applications but in my shop this is perfect. It's been on for months and plays music 12 hrs a day.
347366
This unit used to play my mp3's flawlessly. One day I attempted to play mp4 video from a flashdrive. It didnt play; and subsequently stopped playing mp3's permanently. Maybe a firmware update might resolve the problem.
2004112
The unit has a usb cable that comes off the back. The cable is about a meter long so you can allow it to hang out to a place you can access easily. Just plug in your usb drive to the cable and select source USB. If you have mp3 files in the root of the drive the radio will play them.
1331297
Click the home button on your remote control. There should be a widget called smartshare, all of the movies that are available from the USB will be located here. I believe the supported formats are listed in the user manual. Note: If you try to access the movie by selecting input-USB, some movies will not be able to access the proper codec (will not stream the video, but you may hear sound)