HomeLink Garage Door Opener Getting Started Manual
Contents
Programming Garage Door Openers and Gates ....................2
Precautions ........................................................................................2
Programming ......................................................................................2
Rolling Code Programming ................................................................2
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming........................................3
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System..............................3
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button ........................................3
Erasing Channels ................................................................................4
Accessories ..........................................................................................4
Programming Home Lighting Components ............................5
Preparation ..........................................................................................5
Vehicle Interface ..................................................................................5
Lamp Module........................................................................................5
Home Control Unit................................................................................6
Reloading Previously Programmed Devices........................................6
Programming Door Locks..........................................................7
Programming Other RF and Non-RF Devices..........................7
Getting Started with
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Programming Garage Door Openers and Gates
Both standard and rolling code-equipped garage door openers and gates can be programmed by following the outlined
procedures.
Precautions
When programming the HomeLink®Wireless Control System, you may be operating a garage door or other
device. Make sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage.
Do not use this HomeLink Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop
and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards. (This includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982.) A garage door opener which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and
reverse, does not meet current federal safety standards. Using a garage door opener without these features increases
risk of serious injury or death. For more information, please visit our Web site, www.homelink.com.
Retain the original transmitter for further programming procedures (i.e., new vehicle purchase). It is also suggested
that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink Wireless Control System channels be erased for security
purposes.
Programming
Note: For best results, replace the battery in the handheld transmitter with a new battery before programming. If your
garage door opener receiver (located in the garage) is equipped with an antenna, make sure the antenna is hanging
straight down.
1. For first-time programming, press and hold the two
outside buttons until the indicator light begins to
flash (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons.
Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch
to be turned to the second (or “accessory” ) position
during the programming process.
2. Hold the end of your handheld transmitter between
1 and 3 inches away from the HomeLink surface
(located on your visor or overhead console) keeping
the indicator light in view.
3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the
handheld transmitter button and the desired
HomeLink button. DO NOT release the buttons until
step 4 has been completed.
4. Hold down both buttons until the indicator light on
the HomeLink Wireless Control System flashes, first
slowly then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. (The rapidly flashing light
indicates successful programming of the new frequency signal.) To activate the garage door or other programmed
device, press and hold the HomeLink button—releasing when the device begins to activate.
5. To program the remaining two buttons, follow steps 2 through 4.
Rolling Code Programming
Rolling code garage door openers which are “code-protected” and manufactured after 1996 may be determined by thefollowing:
• Reference the garage door opener owner’s manual for verification.
• The handheld transmitter appears to program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver but does not activate the garage
door.
• Press and hold the trained HomeLink button. The garage door opener has the rolling code feature if the indicator light
flashes rapidly and then turns solid after 2 seconds.
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To train a garage door with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions (the aid of a second person may make the
training quicker and easier):
1. Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit.
Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener
brand. If there is difficulty locating the training button, reference the
garage door opener owner’s manual or please visit our Web site at
www.homelink.com.
2. Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit
(which activates the “training light”). Note: Following step 2, there are
30 seconds in which to initiate step 3.
3. Firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink
®
button. Press and
release the HomeLink button a second time to complete the training
process. (Some garage door openers may
require you to do this procedure a third time
to complete the training.)
The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Wireless Control System.
The remaining two buttons may now be trained if this has not previously been done. Refer
to the Programming portion of this text. The HomeLink Wireless Control System (once programmed) or the original handheld transmitter may be used to activate the garage door. In
the event that there are still difficulties in programming the HomeLink Wireless Control
System, please visit our Web site, www.homelink.com.
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
During programming, your handheld transmitter may automatically stop transmitting. Continue to press the HomeLink
Wireless Control System button (note steps 2 through 4 in the Programming portion of this document, found on page 2)
while you press and re-press (“cycle”) your handheld transmitter every two seconds until the frequency signal has been
learned. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after several seconds upon successful training.
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System
Once programmed, the HomeLink Wireless Control System can be used in place of handheld transmitters. To operate,
simply press the appropriate button on the HomeLink Wireless Control System. (The indicator light will activate, noting
that the signal is being transmitted.) Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, security system, entry
door lock, estate gate, or home or office lighting).
Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or “accessory”) position for operation
when the vehicle’s motor is not already engaged.
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button
To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed.
2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds), position the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 inches
away from the HomeLink surface.
3. Press and hold the handheld transmitter button. The HomeLink indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.
4. When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons.
The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that
has just been programmed. This procedure will not affect any other programmed HomeLink buttons.
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