LiftMaster 893LM 3-Button Standard Remote Control Product Summary
The LiftMaster 893LM 3-Button Standard Remote Control is a premium Access Control solution engineered to provide reliable, secure operation for up to three garage doors, gate operators, or MyQ-enabled lighting accessories. As a certified OEM Gate Part, this transmitter serves as an essential Replacement Component for upgrading or maintaining multi-point residential and commercial properties. Utilizing advanced Security+ 2.0 technology, the 893LM generates a new, encrypted code every time a button is pressed, ensuring superior defense against signal interception and unauthorized perimeter access.
Designed for both the professional installer and the daily end-user, the 893LM provides exceptional range and consistent performance. Its multi-frequency transmission significantly reduces radio wave interference from nearby household electronics or commercial frequencies. With its tactile three-button layout, this remote simplifies access management by allowing a single device to control multiple entry points securely and efficiently.
Key Features & Benefits
• Security+ 2.0 Rolling Code Technology: Generates a unique, encrypted digital code from over one billion possibilities with every click, ensuring maximum protection against unauthorized signal duplication.
• Tri-Band Frequency Transmission: Broadcasts across multiple frequencies simultaneously, virtually eliminating radio interference and ensuring extended-range gate and garage activation.
• Multi-Device Management: The three-button interface allows for the independent control of up to three separate garage door openers, commercial gate operators, or MyQ-enabled light accessories from a single unit.
• Long-Lasting Lithium Power: Includes a pre-installed 3V CR2032 coin-cell battery designed for multi-year durability, reducing maintenance intervals and service calls for property managers.
• Durable Visor Mount Design: Features a heavy-duty, directional visor clip and an impact-resistant polymer casing that withstands extreme vehicle cabin temperatures and daily physical wear.
Compatibility Guide
Following strict manufacturer parameters, the LiftMaster 893LM is a brand-specific transmitter. It is compatible ONLY with the following systems manufactured since 2011:
• Compatible Manufacturers: LiftMaster, Chamberlain, and Sears Craftsman.
• System Requirement: The motor head or external receiver MUST have a Yellow Learn Button and dual yellow antennas.
• Technology Support: Exclusively operates with Security+ 2.0 and MyQ technology.
• Cross-Reference Equivalents: Serves as the LiftMaster equivalent to the Chamberlain 953ESTD.
Professional Specifications
For installers verifying site compatibility and electrical parameters, please review the technical data below:
Specification Details
Model Number 893LM
Number of Buttons / Channels 3-Button / Three Channels
Security Protocol Security+ 2.0 (Rolling Code)
Learn Button Match Yellow Circle Learn Button Only
Battery Requirements (1) 3V CR2032 Lithium Coin Cell (Included)
Mounting Directional Metal Visor Clip
Applications Residential Garage Doors, Commercial Gates, MyQ Lighting
FAQ Section
Q: How do I program the 893LM remote to my garage door operator?
A: Press and immediately release the Yellow Learn Button on the back panel of the operator motor head (the learn LED will glow steadily). Within 30 seconds, press and hold the desired button on the 893LM remote until the operator lights blink or two audible clicks are heard.
Q: Will this remote work with older LiftMaster models that have a purple, red/orange, or green learn button?
A: No. The 893LM is strictly engineered for Security+ 2.0 systems featuring a Yellow Learn Button. It will not communicate with older Security+ (purple/red) or Billion Code (green) receivers due to incompatible frequency and encryption formats.
Q: Can I program one button for my home garage and another for my community gate?
A: Yes, provided both systems utilize compatible Security+ 2.0 technology with a Yellow Learn Button. Each of the three buttons acts independently.
Q: How do I clear the remote's access if one of my clickers is lost or stolen?
A: You must clear the receiver's memory to disable the lost remote. Press and hold the Yellow Learn Button on the operator for approximately 6 seconds until the learn LED turns off. This erases all programmed remotes and keypads, requiring you to reprogram any remaining authorized devices.
Q: How do I change the internal battery when it runs low?
A: Insert a small flathead screwdriver or the edge of the visor clip into the side seam of the remote casing and gently pry it open. Slide the old CR2032 battery out of the holding bracket and insert the new one with the positive (+) side facing up, then snap the casing firmly back together.