What does “CHAN UNSUB” mean on my JVC KD-R540 Car Receiver and how to fix it?
- LLisa HaynesSep 12, 2025
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “CHAN UNSUB”, call 1-866-635-2349 to subscribe.

What does “CHAN UNSUB” mean on my JVC KD-R540 Car Receiver and how to fix it?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “CHAN UNSUB”, call 1-866-635-2349 to subscribe.
Why does my JVC KD-R540 Car Receiver say “CHAN UNAVAIL”?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “CHAN UNAVAIL”, the selected channel is unavailable.
Why does my JVC Car Receiver say “CHECK TUNER”?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “CHECK TUNER”, make sure the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is connected to the unit.
What does “CHK DEVICE” mean on my JVC KD-R540?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “CHK DEVICE”, check the Pandora® application on your device.
How to fix no sound on JVC KD-R540 Car Receiver?
If you cannot hear any sound from the JVC Car Receiver, try the following: * Adjust the volume to the optimum level. * Check the cords and connections. * Ensure the rear ground terminal connected to the car’s chassis uses shorter and thicker cords. * Address the “MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT” / “WARNING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT” message.
What does “NO STATIONS” mean on my JVC KD-R540?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “NO STATIONS”, it means that no registered station is found.
Why does my JVC Car Receiver say “NO SKIPS”?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “NO SKIPS”, it means that the skip limit has been reached.
What to do if my JVC KD-R540 Car Receiver displays “UPGRADE APP”?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “UPGRADE APP”, make sure you have installed the latest version of the Pandora® application on your device.
What does “STATION LIM” mean on my JVC Car Receiver?
If the JVC Car Receiver displays “STATION LIM”, the number of registered stations has reached its limit. Try again after deleting an unnecessary station on your device.
What to do if my iPod/iPhone won't work with my JVC KD-R540 Car Receiver?
If the iPod/iPhone does not turn on or does not work with the JVC Car Receiver, check the connection between the unit and the iPod/iPhone. You can also detach and reset the iPod/iPhone using a hard reset and check whether the [IPOD SWITCH] setting is appropriate.
| Category | Car Receiver |
|---|---|
| Brand | JVC |
| Model | KD-R540 |
| Type | CD Receiver |
| CD Playback | Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| WMA Playback | Yes |
| WAV Playback | Yes |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Auxiliary Input | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Detachable Faceplate | Yes |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Preset EQ | Yes |
| Built-in Amplifier | Yes |
| Tuner | AM/FM |
| AM/FM Presets | 24 (18 FM, 6 AM) |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| Peak Power Output | 50 watts x 4 |
| Preamp Outputs | 2-channel |
Explains the controls and display on the front panel of the unit.
Details the functions and usage of the included remote control.
How to find and tune into AM and FM radio stations automatically or manually.
How to begin playing audio from CD, USB storage, or iPod/iPhone devices.
Navigating through tracks or files on connected media.
Connecting and playing audio from portable devices via the auxiliary input.
Connecting and streaming audio wirelessly from Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Adjusting display and button illumination colors and brightness levels.
How to select SiriusXM and browse available channels.
Choosing from predefined sound equalization profiles.
Instructions for mounting the unit into a vehicle's dashboard.
Alternative methods for securing the unit if a mounting sleeve is not used.
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