What to do if “BT FRONT”/“BT REAR” cannot be selected on JVC KW-R800BT?
- DDanielle DavidsonSep 14, 2025
If “BT FRONT” or “BT REAR” cannot be selected on your JVC Car Receiver, check in the setting.

What to do if “BT FRONT”/“BT REAR” cannot be selected on JVC KW-R800BT?
If “BT FRONT” or “BT REAR” cannot be selected on your JVC Car Receiver, check in the setting.
What to do if “MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT”/“WARNING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT” appears on my JVC KW-R800BT?
If the message “MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT” or “WARNING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT” appears on your JVC Car Receiver, ensure the terminals of the speaker leads are properly insulated with tape before resetting the unit. If the message persists, no answer.
Why is my JVC KW-R800BT Car Receiver not detecting my Bluetooth device?
If your JVC Car Receiver is not detecting your Bluetooth device, try searching from the Bluetooth device again or reset the unit.
What to do if pairing cannot be made on JVC Car Receiver?
If pairing cannot be made on your JVC Car Receiver, ensure you have entered the same PIN code on both the unit and the Bluetooth device. If the problem persists, delete the pairing information from both the unit and the Bluetooth device, then perform pairing again.
Why is the connected Bluetooth audio player not controlled by JVC KW-R800BT Car Receiver?
If the connected Bluetooth audio player cannot be controlled by your JVC Car Receiver, check whether the connected Bluetooth audio player supports Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP). You can also try disconnecting and reconnecting the Bluetooth player.
What does “BT DEVICE NOT FOUND” mean on my JVC Car Receiver?
If “BT DEVICE NOT FOUND” appears on the display of your JVC Car Receiver, it means the unit failed to search for the registered Bluetooth devices during Auto Connect. Turn on Bluetooth from your device and connect manually.
Why does “NOT SUPPORT” appear on my JVC KW-R800BT Car Receiver?
If “NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display of your JVC Car Receiver and the track skips, check whether the track is a playable file format.
Why does “CANNOT PLAY” flash on my JVC Car Receiver?
If “CANNOT PLAY” flashes on the display of your JVC Car Receiver, verify that the connected device is compatible with the unit and that the device contains files in supported formats. You might also try reattaching the device.
Why does “INVALID CH” appear on my JVC KW-R800BT?
If “INVALID CH” appears on the display of your JVC Car Receiver for about 5 seconds and then returns to the previous channel while listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio, it means there is no broadcast on the selected channel. You can select another channel or continue listening to the previous channel or default channel.
What does “RESET 8” mean on my JVC KW-R800BT while receiving HD Radio?
If “RESET 8” appears on the display of your JVC Car Receiver while receiving HD Radio, reconnect the unit and the HD Radio tuner box correctly, then reset the unit.
| Model | KW-R800BT |
|---|---|
| CEA-2006 Compliant | Yes |
| Power Output | 50W x 4 |
| RMS Power Output | 22W x 4 |
| Preamp RCA Outputs | 3 (Front, Rear, Subwoofer) |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Color | Variable color |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB Input | Yes |
| AUX Input | Yes |
| Radio Tuner | AM/FM |
| HD Radio | No |
| CD Playback | Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| WMA Playback | Yes |
| AAC Playback | Yes |
| FLAC Playback | No |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Control | Yes |
| Satellite Radio Ready | Yes |
| EQ Settings | Yes |
| Preamp Voltage | 2.5V |
Listening to Pandora internet radio via iPod/iPhone.
Steps to pair a Bluetooth phone or audio device with the unit.
How the unit handles incoming calls and answers them.
Instructions for making calls using the phonebook or dialing numbers.
Adjusting phonebook access, auto-answer, ring tones, and message alerts.
How to select and play audio from a Bluetooth device.
Settings related to audio output, subwoofer, and sound filters.
Settings for Bluetooth connection, pairing, and phonebook management.
Troubleshooting for general issues like no sound or unit non-responsiveness.
Solutions for playback issues with CDs, USB, iPod, and iPhone.
Troubleshooting sound quality and reception issues with HD Radio.
Solutions for issues with SIRIUS and XM Satellite Radio.
Troubleshooting connection, pairing, audio quality, and voice call issues.
Important safety steps for electrical connections to prevent damage.
Troubleshooting common issues like fuse blowing or no sound.
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