How to make a Chamberlain 1280R smart?

The Chamberlain 1280R is a reliable and popular garage door opener known for its durability and performance. Manufactured by Chamberlain, a trusted brand in the industry, the 1280R has gained a strong reputation among customers for its quality and functionality.

However, if you want to take your garage door opener to the next level and make it smart, look no further than the ismartgate. With ismartgate, you can easily transform your existing Chamberlain 1280R into a smart opener without the need for any complicated installations or replacements.

The ismartgate offers a seamless integration with your Chamberlain 1280R, allowing you to control and monitor your garage door from anywhere using your smartphone. With the ismartgate app, you can open or close your garage door remotely, receive real-time notifications on its status, and even grant access to family members or trusted individuals when you're not at home.

Additionally, the ismartgate provides advanced security features, such as activity logs and the ability to set custom schedules for automatic opening and closing. You can have peace of mind knowing that your garage is secure and easily accessible, all from the convenience of your smartphone.

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What can ismartgate garage door opener do?

ismartgate garage door opener offers a range of advantages that make it a smart choice for your garage:
- Control your garage door remotely using your smartphone.
- Monitor the status of your garage door in real-time.
- Receive instant notifications when your garage door opens or closes.
- Grant access to family members or trusted individuals with temporary or permanent virtual keys.
- Integrate with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for hands-free control.
- Connect with other smart home devices, such as security cameras or smart locks, to enhance your home's security.
- Track the history of garage door activity to keep a record of who accessed your garage and when.
- Set schedules for automatic opening and closing of your garage door based on your daily routine.

How do I install an ismartgate smart garage opener to a Chamberlain 1280R?

1. Get your ismartgate device here.
2. Take a look at the Chamberlain 1280R wiring diagram below.
3. Using a small cross head screw driver, connect the wires (included with the ismartgate Kit).
4. To power the ismartgate device, you can use the included wall mount AC adapter. In case don't have a power outlet you can use our DC/DC Power Converter.

Wiring, connections diagram for iSmartgate Lite, Mini, Pro - Smart Garage Door & Gate Openers

Chamberlain 1280R wiring diagram.

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Doors Supported	1	1	3
Remote Access & Door Status Alerts
Apple HomeKit
Google Assistant
Samsung SmartThings
IFTTT
Amazon Alexa*
Wireless Sensor Compatibility
Wired Sensor Compatibility
User Management
Video Integration
Visual Acoustic Alarm
Open & Close Custom Music
Wi-Fi compatibility (2.4GHz)
Ethernet Compatibility**
Web Browser Access

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Got a Chamberlain or LiftMaster Garage Door Opener with Security+2.0?

Check the color of the learn button on your garage opener. If it’s YELLOW your opener use Security+2.0 and you will need the ismartgate switch adaptor.

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