Chamberlain / Liftmaster Remotes: continued (Part IV):
Today we get to discuss the Liftmaster (new) YELLOW learn button machine.  [Aside: I call it the "(new) YELLOW" learn button to differentiate it from the earlier hybrid yellow learn button machine which was used until 1993, with the 6Xlm remote control, which had DIPswitches and programmed to either the 8 or 9 DIPswitch machines or the (old) yellow, gray, or white learn button machines]

I am excited about the (new) YELLOW learn button machines, which have been produced since 2011, because there are some real advantages for technically savvy owners. First let me describe the technology, then I will talk about how to take advantage of the new features.

(new) YELLOW learn button Logic Board
Note the 'round' learn button  in the upper right

The YELLOW learn button machines' receivers receive on 310/315/390 Mhz simultaneously for increased reliability, but YELLOW learn button machines are not compatible with either the purple (315 Mhz) nor the red/orange (390 Mhz) learn button remotes, and vise-versa. There are some exceptions that I will talk about later, but for now assume that the various colors of learn buttons (which, if you remember, identify the different generations or technologies Liftmaster has used) are NOT interchangeable. To further help identify the generation, the antenna wire which hangs down below the machine is colored the same as the learn button; and many people I talk to can identify the purple or yellow antenna wire colors. Most earlier generation antenna wires seem to appear to be black or gray, maybe because of age, dust,  poor lighting, etc., so don't depend on what color the antenna wire looks like, unless it is clearly identifiable. The remote controls for the YELLOW learn button machines are in the 8XXLM family, such as the 891LM, the 893LM, and the 877LM keypad. Please do not confuse the LM version with another series of remotes, which begin with 8XX, but end in MAX instead of LM. More about those next time....

891LM

One big advantage of the YELLOW learn button machines is that they can be programmed via the available smart wall console/ control panel, which avoids having to climb up on a step-stool or ladder to find the button on the overhead machine. The wall consoles are currently available in six models, with varying features. They are 88XLM wall consoles. All of these models include the basic open/close button, with a separate light on/off switch for the garage door operator light, and a "vacation" switch that can lock out all remote devices programmed to open the door. The 882LM is the base model with these features. Other models have additional useful features as well.

880LM deluxe Wall Console / Control Panel

Note, the 883LM is the only single function push-button open/close switch that will work with the (new) YELLOW learn button machines, older garage door single feature buttons will not work.

883LM

The 78LM or wireless 378LM also work but without the advanced features of the MyQ technology.

The YELLOW learn button machines are compatible with Liftmaster's MyQ technology, which is where they really shine. MyQ allows the user to monitor and control the garage door operator from anywhere, and securely using your smartphone, tablet, or computer, with a free program provided and supported by Liftmaster. (Depending on the model of your operator, you may need an internet gateway and/or other accessories to take advantage of this technology.) My friends at Garagedoorsupplyco.com can help you select the correct accessories to take advantage of your (new) YELLOW learn button garage door opener, or even get you an entire new belt or chain drive machine, if it is time to replace your existing ancient relic.

Next time, I want to talk about remotes and possible compatibilities between Liftmaster remote controls. Stay tuned....