Merlin Garage Door Remotes

Merlin coding systems

Merlin has used several coding systems over the years. A remote from one system won’t work with an opener from another, so this is the first thing to get right.

• Security+ 2.0: current Merlin and Chamberlain openers. Genuine remotes include the Merlin E960M, the E975M and the E964M visor remote.
• Security+: openers sold with the C945 remote. Choose the genuine E960M, which also covers Security+, or an aftermarket C945 compatible remote.
• Older openers such as the MT230, Prolift 230T and 430R take the M842 keyring remote or an aftermarket M842 compatible remote. The M802 compatible remote uses dip switches and also suits 2500 and 4000 series openers.

The opener model on the motor’s sticker tells you which system you have. Look it up in the table above.

Wall buttons and keypads

The Merlin E148M wireless wall button works with Security+ and Security+ 2.0 openers. It mounts inside the garage with no wiring.

Programming a Merlin remote

Merlin remotes are programmed at the opener. Find the learn button on the motor unit, usually under the light cover, press it, then press the button on your new remote. The opener light usually flashes or the opener clicks once it has learned the remote. The exact steps differ by model, so follow the Merlin programming guide for yours.

Questions

Which Merlin remote do I need?

Read the model number on your opener’s sticker, then find it in the fit table. Every remote listed beside it is confirmed to work.

Why has my Merlin remote stopped working?

Start with the battery. If a new battery doesn’t help, the remote may have lost its pairing. Program it again at the opener. If your wall control has a lock function, check it’s off.

Are aftermarket Merlin remotes any good?

They work with the openers listed on each product page and usually cost less. Our warranty covers them instead of Merlin’s. Some newer Security+ 2.0 openers only accept genuine remotes, which is why we list each opener separately.

Do Chamberlain and Merlin remotes swap?

Chamberlain and Merlin share technology. Many Chamberlain openers appear in our fit table. Only rely on a match that’s listed.