How To Program Remote Control For A Garage Door Opener

How do i add or reprogram a hand held garage door remote control.

How to program remote control for a garage door opener.

Step 4 replace the opener s plastic light cover if applicable and test the remote control for proper activation of the garage door opener. Listed below are some of the most common overhead door garage door openers. Locate your navigation button below menu to view the features menu. Press and release the remote control button you wish to use the number of times corresponding to the garage door opener type with a learn button described below.

Simply click on your garage door opener model to access the appropriate owner s manual that includes the programming instructions for your garage door remote control. Programming an overhead door remote control depends on the model garage door opener you have installed in your garage. The remote control is programmed. To program a new remote into the system hold the learn button until the indicator light blinks on the opener.

Hold the button down until the activator light on the garage door opener starts flashing then release the button. Test the new garage door remote by pressing once to see if the door moves. Depress and hold the button labelled l learn or set on the new remote control unit. Press and hold the program button on the remote control until the led on the front of the remote control turns on.

Press and release the button on the remote control that you wish to operate your garage door. The remote control on your garage door needs to be programmed properly to allow it to communicate with the main base unit. Press and release the learn button on the overhead garage door opener unit. Use the navigation buttons to scroll to program.

The learn indicator light will glow steadily for 30 seconds. Program using your smart control panel. While the indicator light is blinking press the button on your remote.