FAAC MVP-3CH-12V-8W-FC User Manual

Operational Check

After installing your receiver and transmitter, check
the operation of your radio controls by moving
approximately 45 feet back from the garage door, then
press the transmitter button. Operation at this distance
should be reliable. However, environmental
conditions and the location of the transmitter and
receiver will affect distance.

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If the transmitter doesn’t activate the operator check
the coding on both the transmitter and receiver. The
code setting must match exactly . This may necessi-
tate a reprogramming of the transmitter and receiver.

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If the distance is inadequate check the battery and
replace if necessary.

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To maximize the operating distance move the
transmitter to different locations in the car until a
satisfactory distance is achieved. Vanity mirrors on
sun visors will affect performance.

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If the receiver is in the proximity of a metal beam or
other obstruction it may be necessary to relocate the
receiver to increase the operating range.

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If multiple receivers are mounted closer than 15 feet,
blocking and interference may occur. Move the
receivers further apart.

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If system does not work at any distance, check that the
receiver terminals are connected to the proper operator
terminals.

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If the HomeLink® transmitter does not activate the
operator or distance is inadequate,verify proper
operation using the hand-held transmitter. Contact
your HomeLink® system provider for help with
configuring the HomeLink® transmitter and to
resolve distance problems when using the
HomeLink® system.

LINEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This product is warranted to the consumer against defects in material and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. This warranty applies to first
retail buyers of new devices. Warrantor will repair, or at its option, replace, any
device it finds that requires service under this warranty, and will return the repaired
or replaced device to the consumer at the warrantor’s cost. For warrant service
and shipping instructions contact warrantor at the address shown below. Devices
must be sent to warrantor for service at owner’s expense. The remedies provided
by this warranty are exclusive. Implied warranties under state law are to the one
year period of this written warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In
order to be protected by this warranty, save your proof of purchase and send copy
with equipment should repair be required. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

For warranty service and shipping instructions contact Linear at the phone number
shown below. In order to be protected by this warranty, save your proof of
purchase and send a copy with equipment should repair be required. All products
returned for warranty service require a Return Product Authorization Number
(RPA#). Contact Linear Technical Services at 1-800-421-1587 for an RPA# and
other important details.

WARNING

Unexpected door operations can cause personal injury or property damage.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. 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.

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Garage Door and Gate Operator Radio Controls

MVP Receiver and Transmitters

These controls are designed to remotely
operate garage door and gate openers. The
MVP receiver is compatible with Classic,
MVP and Original Allstar, Allister and Pulsar
type dip-switch transmitters. The MVP
receiver is available in one and three-door
versions and may be used as shown below.The
radio frequency of the remote controls is fixed
and tuned at the factory. RF adjustments are
not required and should not be attempted by
the end user. There are no user serviceable
parts in the radio controls.

Installation Steps

Product Features

First, determine the type of operator (with or
without receiver power). Refer to the operator
manual or contact the operator manufacturer
as needed. Next, attach the receiver to the
operator according to the appropriate
installation instructions. Next, set the
transmitter codes according to the instructions
provided with the transmitter. To finish,
program the receiver with the transmitter
codes.

WARNING

Disconnect power to operator

before any installation or repair.

Follow all instructions provided by

the manufacturer of your operator.

MVP Radio Controls are compatible with HomeLink®.

Homelink® is a registered trade mark of Johnson

Controls, Inc.

The receiver provides 3 sets of normally open
isolated contacts (see diagram below). The red
and white wires provide 24 VAC or DC power
to the receiver.
To wire, connect the white wire to ground or
common and red wire to 24 VAC or DC. Next
connect a pair of wires to the pushbutton
circuit you wish to control.
If the receiver is connected to a 3-terminal
system, connect the red and white wires to
power and common. Select one pair of wires
and connect one to the pushbutton and the
other to common.

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Installation on Operator Without

Some operators do not provide power for an
external receiver. An optional transformer kit
is required. Disconnect power to the operator
before installing receiver. Connect the red and
white wires of the receiver to the transformer.
Connect black wires on the receiver to the
terminals on the operator.

Receiver Wiring

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Power for Receivers

Programming Quik-Code Transmitters

Programming the Allstar Classic or MVP
Quik-Code transmitter is done as follows:

1. Put the transmitter in program mode.

2. Select the button you wish to use.

3. Enter your 9 digit code.
After your code is confirmed, repeat the
procedure for the remaining buttons.

Put the Transmitter in Program Mode

Step 1: First, press and hold the + button. The Red
LED will turn on. Next, while continuing to hold the
+ button, press and hold the - button. Continue to
hold both buttons until the LED starts to blink
(approximately 5 seconds). Release both buttons
while the LED is blinking. The LED will blink two
times and then remain on to confirm you are in
programming mode.

Select the Button You Wish to Use

Step 2: While the LED is on, press the button you
wish to use. The LED will blink off once and then

remain on.

ENTER YOUR 9 DIGIT CODE

Step 3: Enter the 9-digit code from the table by
pressing the buttons that correspond with the entries in
the table.

CONFIRM ENTRY

After the 9-digit code is entered, the LED will blink
twice to confirm a valid code and remain off.

PROGRAM REMAINING BUTTONS

Repeat the procedure for the remaining buttons.

Express Coding

Express coding will program all 3 buttons at one time.

To use Express Code to program all the buttons at the
same time select the "+" button in Step 2 and end the
9 digit code entry in Step 3 with a "+". This will code
all three buttons in one programming step.

NOTE: The table below has a row for each one of the
three buttons on the Quik-Code transmitter since it is
possible to set a unique code for each button.

1111 2222 3333 4444 5555 6666 7777 8888 9999

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*If the LED goes out the programming mode

has timed out and you will need to start over.

Learning Transmitter Codes

The MVP receiver is capable of learning up to
8 different transmitter codes. The transmitters
may be any combination of MVP, Classic or
Original dip-switch type transmitters.

Learn/Erase Button

Indicator LED

Programming One Door Receivers

Step 1: Momentarily press and release the
Learn button. The LED will turn on.
Step 2: Using a programmed transmitter, press
the desired transmitter button. When the
receiver learns the transmitter code, the LED
will turn off.
Step 3: Repeat to add additional transmitters
with different codes.

Note: When using two or three-button
transmitters, the button used in step 3 will
activate the receiver.

Erasing the Receiver’s Memory

Step 1: Press and HOLD the Learn button. The
indicator LED will turn on.
Step 2: When the LED turns off (after
approximately 5 seconds), release the Learn
button.

Important

Refer to individual manuals for

transmitter and keypad installation,

coding and user instructions.

Programming the MVP Wireless

Keyless Entry

When set to learn mode, the receiver
memorizes a PIN and door number entered
from the keypad. Once learned, this PIN and
door number combination activates the
receiver.

Step 1: The red Keypad lighting should be
Off. If it is on, wait until it turns off

(approximately 20 seconds).
Step 2: Momentarily press and release the

Learn button. The LED will turn on. You
have approximately 20 seconds to enter the
keypad PIN and door code.

Step 3: Press ON/RESET to turn on the
keypad. The red lighting on the keypad will
turn on.

Step 4: Enter your Four Digit PIN. Every
time you press a key the keypad lighting
system will blink off and on to verify a key
has been pressed.

Step 5: Press the *
Step 6: Enter a Door Number.
Step 7: The LED on the receiver will turn off

when a valid PIN and door number has been
learned.

* key.

* *

The coding switch in these products consist of nine or eight small switches, each of which can be

Programming Original Dip-Switch Transmitters

placed in a different position. Use a small screwdriver to set the switches to a new positions.

WARNING

NOTE: Change switch settings from factory settings.

Radio Controls are prohibited from providing constant contact

closure when installed on the push button inputs of residential garage

door openers that are provided with monitored safety systems.

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WARNING

Keep transmitters and remote controls out of the reach of children.

Do not let children play with or use the transmitter or remote controls.

Unexpected door operations can cause personal injury or property damage.

Do not place transmitter where the buttons can be accidentally or

unintentionally activated.