Have you just picked up a new garage door remote and want to program it? It’s not too complicated, because it only takes a few simple steps to get there. Although the models may be different, you will only have to follow the basic guidelines. Learn how to program a garage door remote control here.
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How does a garage door remote control work?
The garage door remote control, thanks to its programming, allows you to open or close your gate from your car. If you want to program your garage door remote effectively, it’s helpful to first understand how it works. In reality, the remote control consists of a transmitter as well as a radio receiver. The latter is placed directly in the motorization system of the garage door.
As a result, by pressing the remote control, you send a signal that the receiver at the door will pick up. If the receiver is able to recognize the signal being sent to it, the door movement is triggered. The garage door can therefore be opened or closed depending on the command you issue.
What are the different methods for programming a remote control?
There are three methods used when programming a garage door remote. In each case, there is a very specific process to follow in order for everything to work well. If they seem complex, you can contact a Doors Center professional to help you.
Programming by switches
For garage doors that operate with a switch remote control, containing micro-switches, the procedure is simple. You need to open the old control as well as the new one to turn the switches on the new garage door remote. These must necessarily be in the same direction as you can see on the old remote.
If you no longer have the old command to make the adjustments, go to the receiver on the door. All you have to do is turn the switches in the same direction as what you see at the receiver.
Self-learning programming
Here, the process is different from the previous one and is just as simple to execute. It is the original remote control that will transmit the data for the configuration of the new control. Thus, you need to reset the new garage door remote control with a few seconds press of the two main buttons.
Then, you need to hold down the keys before releasing to see the remote be reset. The next step will be to put the old remote and the new one next to each other. You need to press the Home button on each of the remotes.
Receiver-level programming
When you have your old garage door remote control that no longer works, the new one can be programmed at the receiver. Here, you need to open the receiver on your garage door to look for the programming button. The latter can be named “prog” or “memo” and you have to press it and then press the button on the remote control to start programming.
In case that doesn’t work, there’s another procedure to apply. All you need to do is press and hold the button on the receiver and then press the button on the remote for about 2 seconds.
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How do I properly program a garage door remote?
When installing a new garage door, you’ll definitely need a remote control. The latter must be programmed to simply open and close your door remotely. At first glance, this may seem like a complex task, especially when you are not used to such systems. In practice, it’s nothing too complicated and you will be able to program your garage door remote control in just a few steps.
Start by identifying the type of remote control
To program a garage door remote, you must first identify the type of remote control it is. For a new door, it should come with an order and instructions for use.
When you have to buy a remote control separately, you have to be careful so that you don’t have any problems when programming. The new remote control must be compatible with the door model you have installed for your garage.
Go to the garage door control panel
In order to start programming your remote control, you need access to the door control panel. Typically, the panel that controls the garage door is found on the inside wall of the garage in question. In case you can’t find the control panel, refer to the manual that came with the door. You will be able to discover all the useful instructions to succeed in the operation.
Press the “Schedule” button to start programming
From the moment you have access to the control panel, you can press the “program” button. It is this operation that will allow the control panel to start programming. Then, you can have about 30 seconds to program the remote control of your garage door.
Press the button on the remote control and do the test
When you press the button on your remote, you’ll see a button flash to indicate that programming is continuing. As soon as everything is done, all you have to do is do a test to make sure everything is working well. Try opening and closing the garage door with the remote control.
