Release the button when the light beside it goes out.
Reprogram genie garage door opener to different frequency.
The basic process goes something like this.
Reprogramming should be the same.
First you ll want to open the access panel on the backside of your garage door opener.
Press and hold this button.
Press the learn button located on the side of the motor and hold it down.
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.
The color of the learn button indicates the frequency that the garage door opener operates on.
Whether you are adding an additional remote control or replacing a lost or damaged remote you only need to program the new remote to match garage door opener s radio frequency.
Note that each specific genie remote model section in blue shown below is not compatible with the other blue remote model section.
There are 2 types of radio controls shown in this list all use a base 390 mhz frequency.
To exit programming press and release any remote control button except the button that was just programmed.
Press and release the learn button on the garage door opener or door control.
How to change the frequency for a garage door opener.
Wait for both the oblong and circular led to light up blue before they switch off altogether.
Genie common platform residential operators.
Look for a small black button behind the lens light of the head receiver on the door opener near the antenna.
Subsequent genie models utilize a smart system to synchronize the garage door transmitter with the hand held receiver with a constantly changing frequency.
Point your door opener remote toward the head receiver two feet or closer and press.
The hand held remote unit is a simple transmitter that activates the door opener s motor to raise or lower the garage door.
Push down the same button on your garage door remote.
This calibrates the opener and syncs it with your remote control.
Genie garage door opener models and genie remote listings.
Every garage door opener is a little different so it s always a great idea to visit the manufacturer s website for instructions or to consult the user s manual if you still have it.
This color code is addressed in another article.
Place a ladder beneath the garage door s motor unit to reach the unit.