Genie Universal Keypad Compatibility & Installation Guide

Check the compatibility of top garage door opener brands with your Genie Universal Keypad and learn how to pair them with North Shore’s handy programming guide! We have multiple programming methods for different models to make setting up a breeze. Be it dip switch or rolling code, North Shore has been in the industry for decades, so trust us to take your garage door keypad to new heights! 

Is the Genie Company a Good Brand? 

Genie is a prominent garage door manufacturer that has been in the business for decades. The company takes pride in being an industry leader in innovative technology, from creating the first mass-produced, radio-controlled residential garage door opener in the 50s, to the smart home technology the company continues to improve upon today. If you’re interested in purchasing a Genie operator or are curious about how your current model ranks among others, you can check out our handy Genie Garage Door Openers Comparison Guide Chart!

What is a Universal Keypad? 

Universal keypads are keyless entry systems that control most major garage door opener brands in the industry for maximum convenience, including Genie, LiftMaster, Wayne Dalton, and more! Genie’s universal keypad is rolling code and dip switch capable, and can operate one or multiple doors! They’re also designed for easy programming out of the box. 

Genie Wireless Keypad Overview: An audible beep will sound with every key pressed. The wireless keypad will operate up to 3 doors with one PIN number. A temporary PIN can be set for convenient non-user access. Do not press the LEARN button for longer than the noted 2-3 seconds as it could cause the operational remotes to no longer work. Uses 2x AAA batteries. Batteries can be accessed by removing the battery cover on the front lower portion of the universal wireless keypad.

How to Install Genie Universal Keypads? 

STEP 1 - FIND SPECIFICATIONS & LEARN/PROGRAM BUTTON 

1. Locate the brand and opener/receiver specifications for the device by checking the label on the opener/receiver, the instructions manual, the current remote controls for the opener, or the original manufacturer. 
2. Find the LEARN/PROGRAM button on the device. The shape, color, or name of this button could vary by brand. For garage door openers, check under the light covers. For commercial openers, this button may be located on the circuit board or the opener. In some cases, this button could also be on an external receiver that is mounted on or near the product. Check the device’s manual if needed.

Below are the brands and specifications that Genie’s universal keypad is compatible with. Find the ID# in Chart A below that references your specific opener’s specification. You will need this number during programming. Refer to STEP 1 to find the type and/or LEARN/PROGRAM button. 

All dip switch models are noted with an asterisk*. After STEP 2 in these instructions, skip to the segment on Dip Switch Instructions for the Universal Keypad.

CHART A

STEP 2 - CLEARING THE KEYPAD 

Perform this task first before setting the PIN or at any time the keypad needs to be reset to its factory default: 

1. Remove the activation tab from inside of the battery compartment. 
2. Press both the PROGRAM & UP/DOWN keys at the same time and hold for 5 seconds. The tone will sound. Release, and the green LED will flash and go out. 
3. The keypad is now ready to be programmed. If the opener/receiver utilizes dip switch technology, move to the alternate instructions titled Universal Keypad Instructions for Dip Switch Compatible Models. If not, continue below.

STEP 3 - PROGRAMMING TO ONE OR MORE OPENERS

This keypad can be programmed to up to three individual garage door openers in any combination of manufacturer specifications. You will need your opener ID# from Chart A for these steps. To start over at any time, return to STEP 2 - CLEARING THE KEYPAD above. 

PROGRAM OPENER #1 

NOTE: spamming for opener #1 is for all openers EXCEPT ID#4 Yellow Learn Button models for Chamberlain®, LiftMaster®, and Craftsman®. 

1. On the keypad, enter a personal PIN (3-8 digits). 
2. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The LED flashes will be slow. 
3. On the keypad, enter the ID# of the opener from Chart A. 
4. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The keypad LED will flash rapidly). 
5. On the opener, press the LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2-3 seconds and then release. 
6. On the keypad, press the UP/DOWN key once every two seconds until the opener operates. Let it run until it stops. 

TIP: As soon as the opener activates, DO NOT press any additional buttons until the opener stops running completely.

ONLY IF YOU HAVE A Chamberlain®, LiftMaster® or Craftsman® opener with a YELLOW LEARN button: 

1. On the keypad, enter your personal PIN number (3-8 digits). 
2. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The LED will flash slowly. 
3. On the keypad, enter the ID#: 4 
4. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The LED will flash rapidly. 
5. Press and hold down the UP/DOWN key. 
6. Release button after tone sounds (5 sec). 
7. On the opener, press the LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2-3 seconds and then release. 
8. On the keypad, press the UP/DOWN key ONE time. The opener will click. 
9. On the opener, press the LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2-3 seconds again and then release. 
10. On the keypad, press the UP/DOWN key again ONE time. The opener will click. 
11. On the keypad, press the UP/DOWN key again ONE time. The opener will operate. 
12. WAIT until backlighting is out before attempting additional keypad entries. The programming is complete.

MULTIPLE OPENERS: 

Complete the steps for Opener #1 above. To program Opener #2 or #3 at any time, follow the steps below. Be ready to reference Chart A and then #3 listed above. 

1. With keypad backlighting off, press the PROGRAM button twice to program a second opener OR press it three times to program a third opener (the blue LED will flash slowly). With the blue LED still flashing, return to #3 in the section above and enter its opener ID# from CHART A. Continue with the remaining numbered steps.

STEP 4 - USING THE KEYPAD TO OPERATE OPENERS SINGLE DOOR OPERATION: 

1. Ensure the number pad backlighting is off. 
2. Enter PIN. 
3. Press the UP/DOWN key. 
4. The opener will operate. 

MULTI-DOOR OPERATION: 

1. Ensure the number pad backlighting is off. 
2. Enter PIN. 
3. Press the UP/DOWN key. 
4. Press the number key corresponding with the desired door (1, 2, or 3). 
5. The desired opener will operate. 

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING SETTING A TEMPORARY MAIN PIN: 

If the keypad is to be used by normally unauthorized personnel (such as a repairman) a temporary PIN can be assigned to that personnel to gain access to the garage. This PIN will remain active until the main PIN is used again. 

1. Enter the main PIN. 
2. Press the PRGM key three times. The LED will turn solid to indicate the keypad is ready for a temporary PIN. 
3. Enter a temporary PIN (3-8 digits). 
4. Press the PGRM key one time. The LED will blink twice and go out indicating a temporary PIN is set. 

To cancel the temporary PIN, operate the keypad/door with the original main PIN. 

CHANGE PIN: 

If the main PIN needs changed, follow these steps. 

1. Enter the current main PIN. 
2. Press the PRGM key one time the LED will turn solid indicating the keypad is ready for the new PIN. 
3. Enter a new PIN (3-8 digits). 
4. Press the PGRM key one time. The LED will blink twice and go out indicating a new PIN is set.

MOUNTING KEYPAD/REPLACING BATTERIES 

The keypad MUST be mounted within sight of the garage door(s) at least 5 feet above the floor and clear of any moving door parts. 

NOTE that prior programming will not be lost during the battery removal. 

UNIVERSAL KEYPAD INSTRUCTIONS FOR DIP SWITCH-COMPATIBLE MODELS 

This is a Universal Keypad supplemental instruction for dip switch compatible operators. Use this in place of Step 3 of the main instruction. Reference the main instructions for all other keypad features and functions.

What do fixed code dip switches look like and how to convert them for programming the Universal Keypad? The DIP SWITCHES will be located on the garage door opener motor head or inside the remote control.
If the opener has a group of 9 switches with 3 positions per switch (TRINARY): • Switch in the UP (+) position = Press button 1 • Switch in the MIDDLE (0) position = Press button 2 • Switch in the DOWN (-) position = Press button 3 In this example, the code would be:
If the opener has a group of 9-12 switches with 2 positions per switch (BINARY):  + - 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 In this example, the code would be: • Switch in the UP (+) position = Press button 1 • Switch in the DOWN (-) position = Press button 2

STEP 1: Find and Notate Dip Switch Positions 

Each shaded box below represents a DIP switch position. Create a similar diagram and write in the number 1, 2 or 3 as it corresponds to the +, 0, or - switch position shown on the remote, opener or receiver. You will need to reference this section in STEP 3 later. (Not all boxes will be used when working with 9 switch openers). 

STEP 2: Find and notate opener ID#(s) 

Below are the DIP switch model brands and specifications that this keypad is compatible with. Find the ID# in Chart B below that references the specific opener specification. 

CHART B

Write down the ID#(s) You will need to reference it/them in STEP 3 later.

STEP 3: PROGRAMMING TO ONE OR MORE OPENERS 

This keypad can be programmed to up to 3 individual garage door openers in any combination of manufacturer specifications. Converted code(s) and opener ID#(s) from STEPS 1 & 2 are required to complete these steps. 

Program Opener #1: 

1. On the keypad, enter a personal PIN (3-8 digits). 
2. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The LED will flash slowly. 
3. On the keypad, enter the ID# from CHART B 
4. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The LED will flash quickly. 
5. Enter the converted code from Step 1 on the first page for opener 1. 
6. On the keypad, press the UP/DOWN key once every two seconds until the door operates. The programming is now complete for a single dip switch opener. To program additional dip switch openers at any time, see the steps listed below. 

Note: Converted codes and ID#s for the additional openers are required to complete the next section.

Programming Multiple Openers:

Complete the steps for Opener #1 above. To program Opener #2 or #3 at any time, follow the steps below with backlighting off. Be ready to reference the converted codes and ID#s from Steps 1 and 2 in this document.

1. On the keypad, press the PROGRAM button 2 times to program a second opener OR press it 3 times to program a third opener. The LED will flash slowly. 
2. On the keypad, enter ID# of the opener from Chart B for Opener #2 or #3. 
3. On the keypad, press and release the UP/DOWN key. The LED will flash quickly. 
4. Enter the converted code from Step 1 on the first page for Opener #2 or #3. 
5. On the keypad, press the UP/DOWN key once every two seconds until the door operates. 

STEP 4: USING THE KEYPAD TO OPERATE OPENERS 

Single Door Operation: 

1. Ensure the number pad backlighting is off. 
2. Enter PIN and press the UP/DOWN key (opener operates). 

Multi-Door Operation: 

1. Ensure the number pad backlighting is off. 
2. Enter PIN and press the UP/DOWN key. 
3. Press the number key corresponding with the desired opener (1, 2, or 3). 
4. The desired opener will operate.

Go Further with Genie!

Once your Genie Universal Keypad is set up, be sure to take your garage to greater heights by shopping Genie’s array of garage accessories. Also, stay on top of any potential garage issues as components wear out by reading our Guide to Garage Door Maintenance!

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