Garage remote extra button alternative uses?

[alexg1323]

Hey guys, I currently have an old Genie garage door 12 dip system for both garage doors, I have a 3 button remote and would like to hook the extra button up to turn on the front porch lights.

I need to get an extra reciever for this project such as (SEE PICTURE) from there I am a little lost on its operation??

The reciever is low voltage clearly so how would i go about using this to power a relay to trigger the 110AC light circuit. The reciever only has 2 wires so im thinking it operates as a very low current switch that closes when the it recieves the proper signal regardless of power to its wires??? If so could i use it to trigger said relay?

 

[Boncuk]

Hi alex1323,

please complete the description of the receiver. What is its supply voltage? Which signal level does it generate when receiving a TX-signal? (e.g. low to high or vice versa)

Boncuk

 

[pc88]

Do you have a schematic or any other documentation on the Genie? If not, consider starting with a remote unit that for which proper documentation is available. Inexpensive RF remote control systems are readily available, e.g. have a look at:

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[alexg1323]

here is the service manual though im not sure if it states the output voltage. If you can give me a rundown of how a 2 wire reciever such as that operates i could go and field test the unit in my garage.

 

[alexg1323]

here is the url to the service manual

 

[alexg1323]

https://www.electro-tech-online.com/custompdfs/2008/10/GENIE20AC20SCREW20ENG.pdf


PC88 while your route would certainly be easier im really looking to use the 3rd button on my 3 door garage remote more specifically.