It is common knowledge that one of the most popular smart Home Security System upgrades is the installation of a garage door opener. For instance, if you have integrated a garage door opener into your Vivint system, then you can control and check your garage door status directly through the Vivint control panel or the Vivint mobile application. This gives us additional convenience and safety in addition to the opportunity to complete a task in less than a week.
If you do not have a garage door opener which is a part of your Vivint system, then new garage door opener hardware is required to be installed as well as incorporated into the Vivint system. However, if you have a garage door that you would like to integrate into the Vivint system with your existing opener, it isn’t quite as complicated. This article explains the instructions for both such cases in a detailed manner.
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Follow these steps to install and integrate a new garage door opener system from scratch:
Choose an Opener To start the process, you will need to choose a garage door opener that will integrate with Vivint. Currently, only a handful of models are compatible with the Vivint system, and they are manufactured by reputable producers such as LiftMaster and Chamberlain. Seek an opener that mentions Vivint or has MyQ technology, preferably in the first sentence. MyQ connectivity lets the opener integrate with other smart home solutions such as Vivint. The size power and performance of the door should be an influencing factor when choosing a particular model of the door.
Install the Opener Hardware When you decide on your compatible garage door opener, the next thing you should do is install the opener correctly as instructed by the manufacturer. The basic steps will include screwing the motor unit on the ceiling, joining the rail sections to the panels of the garage door, fitting the header bracket and the chain or belt drive system, and finally connecting the electrical parts and the control box. As a safety measure, the installation manual must be read thoroughly to adhere to any existing safety measures that must be followed to prevent accidents. It is also important not to install openers incorrectly – this has implications.
Connect the devices with the Vivint Sky Panel This is the last crucial component, which is to connect your new opener to your Vivint system. First, initiate the Vivint Sky Control Panel to Sky Panel Link mode by pressing the settings button on the panel. Next, you have to look for and push the “learn” button on the control board of your opener. This will cause the two devices to become in harmony, or in other words, to become in sync. Check that it is possible to connect to the selected resource. From what has been explained, you should now be able to open the garage door through the Sky Panel.
Update and Configure System Welcome to the Vivint account, where you will be able to add the garage door to your system, as well as program it. Here you can rename it, and set activity notifications, user administration, etc. The opener should now also be a device listed in the mobile Vivint application on your smartphone or device. It is also important to check the operation of the other buttons, which are meant to open and close the remote. Well done! Your new opener is now complete and you can begin using it in your home today! Contact Vivint technical support if there are any problems with how the two systems work together.
How to Connect a Garage Door Opener?
That Was Already Installed to Vivint However, if you already have a garage door opener system installed that you wish to integrate with your Vivint system, the process is easier. But, your prior opener needs to have MyQ compatibility to be connected to Vivint. LiftMaster and Chamberlain are some of the models that have MyQ included, while some Craftsman, Mat, and other models do have it. If you are in doubt about your opener working with Vivint, consult with Vivint support for the compatibility of your make and model.
Access Your MyQ Login What you are going to do first will require you to have your MyQ app login details with you. If you have registered an account before then, you will have a MyQ app or online portal where you can find your username and password. If you do not have My Q access info you may have to now go through your opener manufacturer and go through the opener product registration process to get login.
Vivint Smart Home App Integrations
Open the Vivint application on your mobile device, then you will see an option that says, “Add Device” Select it then you will be given the option to select “Garage Door Opener”. After you make your selection you will be prompted to enter your MyQ app username and password. This links your MyQ-compatible garage door opener to your Vivint system through the internet connection known as the cloud.
Get your Connected Garage Door Opener set up.
Like when you initially started using a new opener, it is recommended that you go into your Vivint account and set up the appropriate settings for your recently connected garage door opener. It also allows you to name it, set activity notifications, and even add users to the group that the app belongs to. Check that the door has indeed become operable and that you can open and close it using the Vivint app. It is now time to activate smart integration between your previously installed opener and Vivint.
What you have to do is to integrate this feature into your Vivint system and if you are installing new equipment, you can easily add the garage door opener functionality. Convenience, security, and efficiency are the benefits you gain when you have the smart garage door control integrated. It allows you to take advantage of the ability to control your garage through panels and apps with the help of Vivint compatibility. Think about expanding your Vivint smart home system with other security products like smart locks, cameras, and sensors that can integrate garage door control into your system. Smart garage functionality provides improved safety measures and home automation.
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