GENIE GU4TG2-R 4-Button Garage Door Opener Remote Instruction Manual

: June 6, 2024
: GENIE

Table of Contents

GENIE GU4TG2-R 4-Button Garage Door Opener Remote
Changing The Battery
Programming Assistance
ALTERNATE INSTRUCTIONS
Documents / Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

GENIE GU4TG2-R 4-Button Garage Door Opener Remote

NOT FOR USE WITH ANY GARAGE DOOR OPENER MANUFACTURED PRIOR TO 1993. SAFETY BEAMS (PHOTOCELLS) MUST BE IN PLACE AND OPERATIONAL.

WARNING

MOVING DOOR CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT install transmitter unless the door operator’s safety device works as required by the door operator’s manual.

Wall Console must be mounted in sight of door, at least 5 feet above floor and clear of moving door parts.
Keep people clear of opening while door is moving.
DO NOT allow children to play with the transmitter or door operator.
If safety reverse does not work properly:
Close door then disconnect opener using the manual release handle.
DO NOT use transmitter or door operator.
Refer to Door and Door Opener Owner’s Manuals before attempting any repairs.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING:

During programming, the garage door opener may operate. Ensure that the garage door opening is clear of personnel or any obstructions.
Do not to press the LEARN button for longer than the noted 2-3 seconds as it could cause your existing, operational remotes and keypads to no longer work.

Below are the brands and specifications that this remote is compatible with and the available methods that can be used to program them. Review Chart A for compatibility and method, then proceed to STEP 1.
Chart A

A V AIL ABLE PR OGR AM ME THOD| LEARN ME THOD ID#
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Br and Name| Sp ecifica tion N otes| Numb er of Butt on P r esses (ID#)
Genie®| 315/390 MHz, Intellicode® I, 1995-current| 1
Overhead Door®| 315/390 MHz, CodeDodger® I, 1995-current| 1

Chamberlain® LiftMaster® CraftsMan®

For these dip switch instructions, visit

www.geniecompany.com*

Stanley®| 310 MHz, 10 Switch/2 position Dip Switch
Genie®| 390 MHz, 9 & 12 Switch/2 Position Dip Switch, 1993-1995
*Overhead Door®| 390 MHz, 9 Switch/3 Position Dip Switch, 1993-1995

*For instructions on these Dip Switch specifications, visit www.geniecompany.com/912DIPSWITCHES
Genie® and Intellicode® have registered trademarks of The Genie Company. All other listed names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: During programming, the garage door opener will operate. Ensure that the garage door opening is clear of personnel or any obstructions.

STEP 1 – Find Specifications & Learn Button

Locate the brand and opener/receiver specifications for your device by consulting the label on the opener/receiver, the instruction manual, the current remote controls for the opener, or the original manufacturer of the opener/receiver.
Find the LEARN/PROG button on your device – shape, color or name of this button could vary by brand. For garage door openers, be sure to check under the light covers. For commercial or gate openers, this button may be on the circuit board of the opener. In some cases, this button could also be on an external receiver that is mounted on or nearby the product. Consult the devices manual if needed.

STEP 2 – Activate Remote/Button Layout & Led

LED – The LED will light with each button press and will also light in response to button presses during different programming modes.
Activation Tab: Pull tab to activate the remote.

STEP 3 – PROGRAMMING REMOTE
Review Chart A to find your specifications and available programming options. Each button can be programmed individually to operate up to 4 different brands of garage door openers and gate receivers.

LEARN METHOD

Find and remember the required number of button presses (ID#) in the LEARN METHOD column next to your brands/specification in Chart A.
IMPORTANT: For ID#4 Chamberlain®/LiftMaster®/Craftsman® Yellow Learn Button ONLY – move immediately to instructions at right. For all other ID#s, proceed below.
On remote, press and hold down button #2. (Reference FIG. 1)
While still holding down button #2, press button #4 on remote four times.
Release both buttons – BLUE LED will begin flashing.
On remote, press button of your choice the required number of times from Step 1. You will have 15 seconds to complete this task.
Wait the remainder of the 15 seconds – BLUE LED will give a long blink and then go out.
On opener, press LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2-3 seconds and then release.
Press and release button you just programmed once every 2 seconds until the garage door opener operates.
Test the button – programming is complete.
TIP: Allow the LED light on the universal transmitter to stop flashing before your next button press.

ID# 4 ONLY: Chamberlain®/LiftMaster®/Craftsman® Yellow Learn Button Inst.

LEARN METHOD (RECOMMENDED)

On remote, press and hold down button #2. (Reference FIG. 1)
While still holding down button #2, press button #4 on remote four times.
Release both buttons – BLUE LED will begin flashing.
On remote, press button of your choice four times – wait remainder of 15 seconds – BLUE LED gives long blink and goes out.
Press and hold down same button you chose for 5 seconds – release button after WHITE LED blinks 3 times and goes out.
On opener, press LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2-3 seconds and then release.
On remote, press button you chose ONE time. Opener will click.
On the opener, press the LEARN/PROGRAM button again for 2-3 seconds then release.
Press the button you chose ONE time again. Opener will click again.
Test the button – programming is complete.
TIP: Allow the LED light on the universal transmitter to stop flashing before your next button press.

Changing The Battery

Remove small phillips head backing screw.
Pry case open with small coin or screwdriver.
Replace battery with CR2032 coin cell.

Programming Assistance

If the opener does not activate after the steps shown, repeat steps or contact Customer Care by website chat (www.geniecompany.com) or by phone at: 1-800-354-3643 for programming assistance. You may also scan this QR code for additional information and links.

FCC Part 15.21 Statement:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC / IC Statement:
This device complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). 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 of the device.

ALTERNATE INSTRUCTIONS

UNIVERSAL 4‐BUTTON REMOTE

Alternate instructions for Fixed Code/Dip Switch and for the Quick Start Method of programming.
Page 1: Notes
Page 2: Fixed Code/Dip Switch Programming
Page 3: Quick Start Method

ALTERNATE INSTRUCTIONS

DIP SWITCH / FIXED CODE PROGRAMMING

If the opener has a group of 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 4

In this example, the code would be:

If the opener has a group of switches with 2 positions per switch (BINARY):

Switch in the UP (+) position = press button 1
Switch in the DOWN (‐) position = press button 4

In this example, the code would be

Step 1: __Record Switch Positions

Each shaded box below represents a switch position. In these boxes, write in the number 1, 2 or 4 as it corresponds to the +, 0, or – switch position shown on the remote, opener or receiver. If you have less than 12 switches, only fill in what you have. You will reference this section in STEP 3.4 below.

Step 2: Determine Specifications

Find your specification from CHART B below and record the number here: This box should say 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5. You will reference this in STEP 3.9 below.

Step 3: Programming ENTER LEARN MODE:

On the universal remote, press and hold down button #1.
While still holding down button #1, press button #4 on the universal remote four times.
Release both buttons ‐ The WHITE LED on the remote will quickly flash 4 times.
ENTER DIP SWITCHES:
On the universal remote, enter in order the numbers 1, 2 or 4 as you have written in STEP 1. The LED lights with each button press.
After the last DIP switch position entry, simply wait for the BLUE LED to quickly flash 4 times and go out. ENTER BUTTON SELECTION MODE
On the universal remote, press and hold down button #
While still holding down button #2, press button #3 on the universal remote four
Release both buttons ‐ the BLUE LED on the remote will begin flashing.
Press the button of your choice on the universal remote the required number of times indicated from Chart B in STEP 2 above. You will have 10 seconds to complete your entry.
After your press(es), simply wait the remainder of the 10 seconds ‐ the BLUE LED will give a long blink and then go out.

The Quick Start Method uses the pre‐programmed manufacturer specifications on the universal remote.
Reference FIG 1 to use any of these four manufacturer pre‐sets to quickly program a button

Button 1: Genie Intellicode 1 or Overhead Door CodeDodger I
Button 2: Chamberlain® with a PURPLE LEARN Button
Button 3: Chamberlain® with an ORANGE/RED LEARN Button
Button 4: Chamberlain® with a YELLOW LEARN Button*

If using Button 1, 2 or 3:

On the garage door opener, press the LEARN button for 2‐3 seconds and then
On the universal remote, press and release the pre‐set button that corresponds with your opener once every 2 seconds until the garage door opener operates. Programming is

TIP: Allow the LED light on the universal transmitter to stop flashing before your next button press.

*If using Button 4 for a YELLOW LEARN Button from Chamberlain, LiftMaster or Craftsman:

Press and hold down the button #4 for 5 seconds ‐ release button after white LED blinks 3 times and goes
On opener, press LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2‐3 seconds and then
On remote, press button you chose ONE time. Opener will
On opener, press LEARN/PROGRAM button again for 2‐3 seconds and then
On remote, press button you chose again ONE time. Opener will click The next button press should operate the opener.

TIP: Allow the LED light on the universal transmitter to stop flashing before your next button press.

Documents / Resources

| GENIE GU4TG2-R 4-Button Garage Door Opener Remote [pdf] Instruction Manual
GU4TG2-R 4-Button Garage Door Opener Remote, GU4TG2-R, 4-Button Garage Door Opener Remote
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