Transmitter Solutions RECTSHIVE318WSA 318 MHz MegaCode Receiver Programming and Compatibility Details
The Transmitter Solutions RECTSHIVE318WSA catalog SKU corresponds to manufacturer part HIVE318WSA, the HIVE Programmable 318 receiver. Current official Transmitter Solutions product information identifies this as a programmable 318 MHz receiver compatible with Linear MegaCode transmitters, with 1000-user capacity, an LCD display, and 12-24 VAC/DC auto-detecting power.
The manufacturer lists a coax antenna and wiring harness with the receiver. The official HIVE318WSA manual provides user addresses 000 through 999 and requires each transmitter to be learned into a selected address. The manual does not document block enrollment or range-based bulk transmitter enrollment.
What the HIVE318WSA Receiver Does
The HIVE318WSA stores compatible 318 MHz transmitters in individually selected memory addresses and provides relay control outputs for compatible gate and garage door control inputs. The LCD and UP, DOWN, DEL, and LRN programming buttons allow the installer or system manager to select an address, learn a transmitter, and delete a transmitter from a known address.
The manufacturer manual specifically describes wiring the Common and Normally Open contact of Relay 1, Relay 2, or both to the open input of a gate operator or garage door system. The receiver provides a radio control command and does not replace the operator's safety, entrapment protection, or reversal functions.
All Verified HIVE318WSA Compatibility
- Linear MegaCode transmitters.
- Monarch 318 MHz transmitter family listed as a manufacturer accessory.
- Stingray 318 MHz transmitter family listed as a manufacturer accessory.
- Compatible gate operator open inputs accepting the documented receiver relay contact arrangement.
- Compatible garage door control inputs accepting the documented receiver relay contact arrangement.
- 12 VAC receiver power applications.
- 24 VAC receiver power applications.
- 12 VDC receiver power applications.
- 24 VDC receiver power applications.
The current HIVE318WSA product page and cut sheet do not provide a complete exact transmitter model-number compatibility list. Confirm the existing transmitter part number and Linear MegaCode or applicable supported 318 MHz transmitter family before ordering additional remotes.
Linear MegaCode Compatibility
Transmitter Solutions specifically identifies HIVE318WSA as compatible with Linear MegaCode transmitters. This is an important difference from other 318 MHz HIVE receivers whose current manufacturer pages may identify Allstar DIP switch, Classic, or general 318 MHz operation instead.
Do not select a receiver by the 318 MHz frequency alone. The radio protocol and transmitter coding system must also match. A 318 MHz DIP-switch or other programmable transmitter is not automatically compatible with HIVE318WSA.
Individual Enrollment - Block Enrollment Is Not Documented
The official HIVE318WSA manual programs one transmitter at a time. The programming procedure requires selecting one user address from 000 through 999, placing that address into learn mode, and activating the transmitter once.
The HIVE318WSA manual does not document block enrollment, serial-number range enrollment, or adding a group of transmitters in one operation. For sites with many preassigned remotes, plan on individual transmitter enrollment and maintain an address-to-transmitter record for later deletion.
Transmitter Solutions separately documents block enrollment on the newer HIVE-1000 receiver platform. HIVE-1000 is a different receiver family and should not be treated as the same product or an automatic replacement for HIVE318WSA.
1000 Transmitter Addresses From 000 Through 999
The HIVE318WSA manual states that the control unit memory is 1000 transmitters. The LCD programming procedure allows selection of user addresses 000 through 999.
Transmitter Solutions recommends recording the memory space number and transmitter number for later deletion. When a transmitter is deleted from a known address, that address becomes available for another transmitter.
The manual also provides a complete memory erase procedure. Complete erasure clears the receiver memory and should not be performed when active user transmitters must remain in service unless the full transmitter inventory and reprogramming plan are available.
Manufacturer 1-Channel and Two-Relay Documentation Difference
The current Transmitter Solutions HIVE318WSA product page and cut sheet describe this receiver as 1-Channel. However, the official HIVE318WSA manual shows Relay 1 and Relay 2 in the wiring diagram and states that a 2-button remote is programmed once, with one button firing Relay 1 and the other button firing Relay 2.
The manual also states that standard gate and door installations may use the Common and Normally Open contact of Relay 1, Relay 2, or both. Because the manufacturer channel description and manual relay layout are not worded the same way, verify the physical HIVE318WSA wiring harness and required independent output operation when the application depends on two separate relay commands.
Documented Relay Outputs and 9-Pin Harness
The official HIVE318WSA wiring diagram identifies the following harness functions:
- Red - V+ 12/24 VAC/DC.
- Black - Not used.
- Green - GND V-.
- Yellow - NO 1.
- Blue - Common 1.
- Green/White - NO 2.
- Yellow/White - Common 2.
- Blue/White - NC 2.
The wiring diagram shows Relay 1 with Common and Normally Open contacts. Relay 2 is shown with Common, Normally Open, and Normally Closed contacts.
Do not transfer wiring from another receiver by harness position or wire color without confirming the exact receiver diagram. Verify the operator control input and relay contact requirement before installation.
Two-Button Transmitter Operation
The HIVE318WSA manual specifically states that a 2-button remote is programmed using only one of its buttons. Once the compatible remote is learned, one button fires Relay 1 and the other button fires Relay 2.
Do not program both buttons as separate transmitters unless documentation for the exact transmitter and receiver revision specifically requires a different procedure.
12-24 VAC/DC Auto-Detecting Power
The HIVE318WSA automatically detects input voltage between 12V and 24V, AC or DC. The official product documentation lists 32 mA consumption with the relay not active and 70 mA with the relay active.
Verify the available low-voltage source before connecting the receiver. For unknown voltage, damaged transformers, unsafe wiring, battery charging faults, or internal gate or garage operator electrical problems, have a qualified gate, garage, low-voltage, access control, or electrical technician inspect the system.
Coax Antenna and Wiring Harness Included
Current Transmitter Solutions product information and the manufacturer cut sheet list the coax antenna and wiring harness as included. The installation manual specifically instructs the installer to attach the provided coax antenna to the antenna mount on the receiver housing.
When diagnosing poor transmitter range, inspect the coax antenna, receiver mounting location, nearby electric motors, metal obstructions, and radio interference before assuming the receiver electronics have failed.
No Exterior or IP Housing Rating Is Published for HIVE318WSA
The current HIVE318WSA product page, cut sheet, and manual do not publish an IP exterior enclosure rating for this receiver. Install the receiver in a safe, protected location suitable for the equipment and environment.
For outdoor gate applications, do not assume the receiver housing itself is weatherproof. Use an appropriate protected equipment enclosure and maintain proper cable and antenna entry protection.
Similar 318 MHz HIVE Receivers Are Not Automatically Interchangeable
- HIVE-1000: A separate current receiver platform supporting 318 MHz and 433 MHz, Bluetooth app management, and documented block enrollment. It is not the same receiver as HIVE318WSA.
- HIVE318ALPGDO: A separate 318 MHz GDO receiver documented for Allstar DIP switch and Classic transmitters with a 3-prong connector. It should not be substituted for the Linear MegaCode HIVE318WSA based only on frequency.
- RECTSNANO 318 MHz configuration: A compact 1-channel Nano receiver listed with 44-memory capacity. The current Nano page does not make the same explicit Linear MegaCode compatibility statement as HIVE318WSA.
- RECOMMSTAIND 318 MHz configuration: A separate 2-channel interior receiver listed with 44-memory capacity. The current RECOMMSTAIND page does not identify it as HIVE318WSA or as an automatic MegaCode replacement.
Features and Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Brand | Transmitter Solutions |
| Catalog SKU | RECTSHIVE318WSA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HIVE318WSA |
| Product Designation | HIVE Programmable 318 / HIVE 318 MHz-1000 |
| Frequency | 318 MHz |
| Verified Protocol Compatibility | Linear MegaCode transmitters |
| Manufacturer-Listed Transmitter Accessories | Monarch 318 MHz and Stingray 318 MHz families |
| Published Channel Description | 1-Channel on current product page and cut sheet |
| Documented Relay Outputs | Relay 1 and Relay 2 shown in official manual and wiring diagram |
| Relay 1 Contacts | Common and Normally Open |
| Relay 2 Contacts | Common, Normally Open, and Normally Closed |
| Memory Capacity | 1000 transmitters |
| User Addresses | 000 through 999 |
| Programming Interface | LCD display with UP, DOWN, DEL, and LRN buttons |
| Block Enrollment | Not documented in the official HIVE318WSA manual; transmitters are learned individually to selected addresses |
| Input Power | 12-24 VAC/DC auto detecting |
| Relay Not Active Consumption | 32 mA |
| Relay Active Consumption | 70 mA |
| Published Output Load Maximum | 15A/125AC |
| Published Maximum Applicable Power | 25VDC |
| Harness | 9-pin color-coded wiring harness included |
| Antenna | Coax antenna included |
| Housing Color | Blue |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 158 degrees F |
| Dimensions | 3 W x 3-1/2 L x 1-1/4 D inches |
| Published Exterior or IP Rating | Not identified in current HIVE318WSA product page, cut sheet, or manual |
Published Relay Rating Caution
The HIVE318WSA manual and cut sheet list an output load maximum of 15A/125AC and separately list maximum applicable power of 25VDC. These figures should not be used as a reason to switch an unknown mains-voltage or high-current load directly through the receiver.
For a standard gate or garage door installation, use the documented Common and Normally Open control connection where compatible. Unknown electrical loads or high-voltage interfaces should be reviewed by a qualified low-voltage or electrical technician.
Also Known As and Related Product References
- RECTSHIVE318WSA - supplied Gate Openers Unlimited catalog SKU.
- HIVE318WSA - current Transmitter Solutions manufacturer part number.
- HIVE Programmable 318 - manufacturer manual designation.
- HIVE 318 MHz-1000 - manufacturer cut sheet designation.
- HIVE318ALP - appears in the manufacturer-linked cut sheet filename; do not assume it is a separate interchangeable current SKU without confirmation.
Package Contents
Current official Transmitter Solutions product information lists the following with HIVE318WSA:
- Coax antenna.
- Wiring harness.
A handheld transmitter, separate power supply, weatherproof enclosure, or block-enrollment programming accessory is not identified as included.
Technician Note
The main thing to understand on HIVE318WSA is that 1000-memory does not mean bulk enrollment. The official manual makes you select addresses 000 through 999 and learn transmitters individually. Keep a user chart from the beginning or deleting one lost remote later becomes a guessing game. Also watch the manufacturer documentation conflict: the product page says 1-Channel, but the manual and 9-pin harness clearly show Relay 1 and Relay 2 outputs.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Confirm catalog SKU RECTSHIVE318WSA.
- Verify manufacturer part number HIVE318WSA on the receiver or replacement requirement.
- Confirm 318 MHz operation.
- Identify the exact existing transmitter part number.
- Verify Linear MegaCode compatibility when replacing a MegaCode receiver.
- Confirm any Monarch 318 MHz or Stingray 318 MHz transmitter family requirements.
- Verify that individual transmitter enrollment is acceptable for the site.
- Do not assume block enrollment is available.
- Confirm that 1000 transmitter addresses meet the site requirement.
- Review the current user chart and address records when replacing an existing receiver.
- Confirm whether Relay 1, Relay 2, or both outputs are required.
- Verify the required NO or NC contact arrangement.
- Compare the 9-pin harness and wire functions with the existing installation.
- Confirm 12-24 VAC/DC low-voltage power.
- Confirm the coax antenna and wiring harness are required and included.
- Provide a protected enclosure when the receiver will be installed in an outdoor gate environment.
Installation and Service Notes
Program compatible transmitters by selecting an available address from 000 through 999 and using the LRN function. Record the address and transmitter number so the correct remote can be deleted later without clearing all users.
The manual documents individual transmitter deletion by selecting the stored address and using the DEL button. A separate procedure clears the complete receiver memory. Do not erase all transmitters when only one known user needs to be removed.
When troubleshooting poor range, inspect the supplied coax antenna, antenna mounting, receiver location, nearby electric motors, metal obstructions, and radio interference before replacing the receiver.
Do not bypass photo eyes, monitored safety edges, entrapment protection, emergency access, fire access, garage door safety sensors, reversal systems, wall-control safety functions, or operator safety circuits when installing or testing this receiver.
Professional Advisory
If the transmitter protocol, receiver memory records, relay wiring, 9-pin harness, NO or NC requirement, or control voltage cannot be positively identified, have a qualified gate, garage, low-voltage, or access control technician inspect the system. Unknown mains-voltage or high-current loads should be reviewed by a qualified electrical technician.
Product Questions and Answers
Is RECTSHIVE318WSA the same receiver as manufacturer part HIVE318WSA?
RECTSHIVE318WSA is the supplied catalog SKU, while the current Transmitter Solutions product page, manual, and cut sheet identify the receiver as HIVE318WSA. Confirm the physical receiver label when replacing an existing unit.
Is HIVE318WSA compatible with Linear MegaCode transmitters?
Yes. Transmitter Solutions specifically identifies HIVE318WSA as compatible with Linear MegaCode transmitters. The manufacturer cut sheet also lists Monarch 318 MHz and Stingray 318 MHz transmitter families as accessories. Confirm the exact transmitter part number before ordering additional remotes.
Can HIVE318WSA block enroll a range of transmitters?
The official HIVE318WSA manual does not document block enrollment. It requires selecting one user address from 000 through 999 and learning one transmitter into that address. Do not assume the block-enrollment function documented for the separate HIVE-1000 receiver is available on HIVE318WSA.
How many transmitters can HIVE318WSA store?
The manufacturer manual states that HIVE318WSA has memory for 1000 transmitters and provides user addresses 000 through 999. Transmitter Solutions recommends recording each memory space and transmitter number for later deletion.
Why does the HIVE318WSA product page say 1-channel when the manual shows two relays?
The current manufacturer page and cut sheet describe HIVE318WSA as 1-Channel, but the official manual and wiring diagram show Relay 1 and Relay 2. The manual states that one button of a learned 2-button remote fires Relay 1 and the other fires Relay 2. Verify the physical harness and required output operation when two independent relay commands are important.
Can I delete one lost HIVE318WSA transmitter without clearing all 1000 users?
Yes. The manufacturer manual documents deletion by selecting the stored user address from 000 through 999 and pressing DEL. This is why keeping an address-to-transmitter record is important. The manual also has a separate full memory erase procedure.
What power and wiring connection does HIVE318WSA use?
HIVE318WSA automatically detects 12-24 VAC/DC power and uses a color-coded 9-pin wiring harness. The manual shows Relay 1 with Common and Normally Open contacts and Relay 2 with Common, Normally Open, and Normally Closed contacts. Verify the harness and operator input before wiring.
Are the coax antenna and wiring harness included with HIVE318WSA?
Yes. Current Transmitter Solutions product information and the manufacturer cut sheet list the coax antenna and wiring harness as included. A handheld transmitter, separate power supply, or weatherproof exterior enclosure is not identified as included.
