How to make a LiftMaster 8160 smart?

The LiftMaster 8160 is a high-quality garage door opener that has gained popularity among customers for its exceptional performance and reliability. Made by LiftMaster, a trusted brand in the industry, this opener is known for its durability and smooth operation.
But did you know that you can take your LiftMaster 8160 to the next level and make it even smarter? With the ismartgate, you can easily transform your existing garage door opener into a smart one.
The ismartgate is a smart garage door opener controller that allows you to control and monitor your garage door from anywhere using your smartphone. It offers a wide range of features, including remote access, real-time notifications, and integration with popular smart home platforms.
By adding the ismartgate to your LiftMaster 8160, you can enjoy the convenience of opening and closing your garage door with just a tap on your phone. You no longer have to worry about whether you left the garage door open or closed, as you can check its status anytime, anywhere.
Additionally, the ismartgate provides enhanced security features, such as the ability to grant temporary access to guests or service providers. You can easily give them access to your garage without having to provide them with a physical key or remote control.
Upgrade your LiftMaster 8160 with the ismartgate and experience the future of garage door openers. With its seamless integration and advanced features, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it.

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What can ismartgate garage door opener do?

Discover the advantages of using the ismartgate garage door opener:
- Control your garage door remotely with your smartphone.
- Monitor the status of your garage door in real-time.
- Receive instant notifications when your garage door is opened or closed.
- Grant access to family members or friends with temporary or permanent virtual keys.
- Integrate with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for hands-free control.
- Automate your garage door to open or close based on your location or a set schedule.
- Secure your garage with advanced encryption and authentication protocols.
- Compatible with popular garage door opener brands such as Chamberlain, LiftMaster, and Genie.

How do I install an ismartgate smart garage opener to a LiftMaster 8160?

1. Get your ismartgate device here.
2. Take a look at the LiftMaster 8160 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

LiftMaster 8160 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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