Universal Receiver
Model 955D
OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTALLATION
• Unplug the opener before proceeding.
• OPEN RECEIVER: Insert a small screwdriver in slot on receiver
front panel as shown. Twist up actuator cover.
• CONNECT RECEIVER AND OPENER: Remove about 1/4" (6
mm) of insulation from each end of the 2-strand bell wire.
Connect one end to the receiver screw terminals (polarity is
NOT required). Route wire along the channels and out the
bottom as shown.
• Connect the other end of the bell wire to the two opener
terminals labeled “2” (white) and “1” (red), “common” and
“command” or the terminals used for the push button control.
• Use insulated staples to secure bell wire between receiver and
opener. Length of bell wire depends on where the receiver will
be installed. Replace actuator cover.
• Choose a 120Vac polarized outlet for the receiver which is OUT
OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Plug receiver into selected
outlet. Return power to the opener.
©2006, The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
114A3103C All Rights Reserved
NOTICE TO U. S. CONSUMERS:
Some states prohibit the service or repair of garage door openers which
cannot be made to comply with the safety standards contained in UL 325
(1988 revision). In order to comply with both the letter and the spirit of these
laws, this universal radio control should not be used with any LiftMaster®,
Chamberlain®, or Sears Craftsman®garage door opener manufactured
prior to April 1, 1982. To find out if your Chamberlain-made garage door
opener was manufactured prior to or after April 1, 1982, please call 1-800528-9131 before installing this universal radio control.
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To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution:
• Be sure power is not connected BEFORE installing the receiver.
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving
gate or garage door:
• ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of children. NEVER
permit children to operate, or play with remote control transmitters.
• Activate gate or door ONLY when it can be seen clearly, is properly
adjusted, and there are no obstructions to door travel.
• ALWAYS keep gate or garage door in sight until completely closed.
NEVER permit anyone to cross path of moving gate or door.
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TO THE
RECEIVER
With Security✚®, the code between the remote control and the
receiver changes with each use, accessing over 100 billion new
codes.
You can activate your opener with up to 8 Security✚
®
remote
controls and one Security✚
®
Keyless Entry.
1. Pry open the front panel of receiver case with a screwdriver.
Re-connect power to opener.
2. Press and release the “SMART” actuator on the receiver. The
“SMART” indicator light will glow steadily for 30 seconds.
3. Within 30 seconds, press and hold the button on the hand-held
remote that you wish to operate your garage door.
The opener will now operate when either the receiver actuator or
the remote control push button is pressed.
Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for each remote control that will be used to
operate the garage door opener.
TO ERASE ALL REMOTE CONTROL CODES
Press and hold the “SMART” actuator on the receiver panel until
the indicator light turns off (about 6 seconds). All transmitter
codes are now erased. Then follow the steps above to reprogram
each remote control.
NOTICE: To comply with FCC and or Industry Canada (IC) rules, adjustment or modifications of this
receiver and/or transmitter are prohibited, except for changing the code setting or replacing the
battery. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Replacement Parts
3-Button remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .953D
Visor clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29C137
3V2032 Lithium battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10A20
Owner’s manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114A3103
Owner’s manual - Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114A3103SP
WARNING
Actuator Cover
Security✚
Remote Control
Power Indicator Light
Terminals
"SMART"
Indicator
Light
"SMART"
Actuator
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Select a
push button
Bell Wire
Channels
Connect Bell Wire
To Garage Door
Opener Terminals
Bell Wire
Universal Receiver
"SMART"
Actuator
Indicator Light