If you have a garage door opener in Australia, there is a very high chance that you have a Merlin Remote by Chamberlain Group.
To keep up with the ever changing technology, security and also safety laws – Merlin have changed not only the design of their remotes but also the technology within their openers/remotes which means that the newer remotes are not always compatible with the older version motors.
So how do you know which remote you need for your opener? Good News! We have done the hard work for you.
Merlin Blue
This technology uses 8 x dipswitches found within the opener to program in the remote. Although Merlin has discontinued this remote, there is an aftermarket version – Code Ezy Elite
Merlin Green M842
Previously a discontinued line by Merlin, these remotes have been reintroduced back into the market with a new and improved back design to meet the new Australian Lithium Coin/Button Battery Laws.
Merlin Green M844
The 4 button version of the Merlin Green M842 was discontinued by the manufacturer and hasn’t been introduced back into the market. You can however purchase the M842 Remote.
Merlin Green M832
This Sunvisor version of the Merlin M842 has been discontinued by the manufacturer and hasn’t been reintroduced. You can however purchase the M842 Remote
Merlin+ C945
A very popular remote in Australia. Make sure that it says either Merlin+ on the front or C945 on the back.
New Australian Lithium Battery Laws being introduced in 2022 has lead this series of remotes to be redesigned to meet the new standards. Check out the new designs at the bottom of this post.
Merlin+ CM842
This remote was one of the original Merlin+ remotes.
New Australian Lithium Battery Laws being introduced in 2022 has lead this series of remotes to be redesigned to meet the new standards. Check out the new designs at the bottom of this post.
Merlin+ C940
Another discontinued remote by Merlin.New Australian Lithium Battery Laws being introduced in 2022 has lead this series of remotes to be redesigned to meet the new standards. Check out the new designs at the bottom of this post.
Merlin+ C943
This remote was popular for its “Clicker” style buttons. If you love this feature in a remote you can still buy the newest design version called the E964M remote. You can check out the new range of Merlin remotes at the bottom of this post.
Merlin 2.0 E945
One of the most popular remotes in Australia. Make sure your remote has either Merlin+ 2.0 on the front or E945 on the back.
New Australian Lithium Battery Laws being introduced in 2022 has lead this series of remotes to be redesigned to meet the new standards. Check out the new designs at the bottom of this post.
Merlin 2.0 E943
Another popular Merlin remote famous for its ability to make a “clicker” sound when buttons are pressed. This remote has been redesignedcalled the E964M remote.You can check out the new range of Merlin remotes at the bottom of this post.
Merlin 2.0 E950
A slimline Merlin remote with a slider cover.New Australian Lithium Battery Laws being introduced in 2022 has lead this series of remotes to be redesigned to meet the new standards. Check out the new designs at the bottom of this post.
BUY THE MERLIN+ and MERLIN+ 2.0 REMOTES
The below remotes are the newest designs from Merlin compatible with both the Merlin+ and Merlin+ 2.0 series, meeting the new Australian Standards for Lithium Button/Coin Battery Compliance.
This Genuine Merlin remote has the ability to code both Merlin+ and/or Merlin 2.0 openers manufactured from 2009 on the same remote.
This Genuine Merlin remote has the ability to code both Merlin+ and/or Merlin 2.0 openers manufactured from 2009 on the same remote.
This Genuine Merlin remote has the ability to code both Merlin+ and/or Merlin 2.0 openers manufactured from 2009 on the same remote. The added bonus of this remote is that it is life-proof.
This Genuine Merlin Wall Button remote has the ability to code both Merlin+ and/or Merlin 2.0 openers manufactured from 2009 onwards.
If you are after a clicker style remote compatible to code both merlin+ and/or Merlin 2.0 openers manufactured from 2009 onwards then this is the remote for you. This remote has the added bonus of Car Sun visor clip included.
Hi there,
Which remote would I need for MR650 garage roller door?
Can I pair with a remote from any third parties?
I am located in Melbourne. Are there shops around?
Many thanks,
Connor
The MR650 originally used the Security+ Remotes ie C945. The Genuine replacement would be one of the newer remotes – E960, E970 or E980 but you would need to change the settings inside the remote to the older system Merlin+ System.
You can use generic remotes with these as long as they are compatible with the Merlin+ Security series.
There are plenty of places that you would be able to purchase genuine and generic remotes for this Australia Wide as this is a highly common remote. We do ship Australia-Wide.
I have Merlin 3 Button Remote, it came with the house I bought, I cant remember whether its a Merlin + C945 or Merlin + 2.0 E945
All numbers from front or back are wiped. Is there any way to identify?
Hi Rohit,
We can determine this from the model on the motor. Feel free to Contact Us via the website and we can help you determine the correct remote.
Hi Rohit,
I have a Merlin 230T motor using a M842 remote.
Will a CM842 remote work with this motor ?
Hi Colin,
The CM842 is part of the Merlin + Security series and is not compatible with the M842 remote (Green Series). The CM842 remote is no longer produced.
Regards, Brea
Retro Remotes
Hi
I have a Merlin E950m just wondering which remote would I purchase to replace it please
Hi There
I have a Merlin Commander Elite MS105MYQ, would you know which third party remote would be compatible for this unit?
Thx
Hi Phung,
The MS105MYQ is the newest version of Merlin and is under a patent law, therefore there is no after market/generic remote available.
You have a variety of choices for your system however with the E960, E970, E980, E964 Remotes all working this model of motor.
Regards,
Brea – Retro Remotes
Hi Adrian. Would c945 work with this garage opener MS105MYQ
Hi Keith,
No, the C945 is the Merlin+ remote. The EVO and MYQ range is the Merlin+2.0 range which is the E960 & E970.
Adrian
I have a Chamberlain CR550, The remote is a Type: 1A5478 and the Model is a 84335 without any letters. What do the letters AML or EML signify? Which remote suits this motor unit?
thanks
Hi Rod,
To be honest I am not sure what the AML signifies but generally the code signifies the series type. The CR550 was predominately sold via Bunnings store in Australia and I believe you can use the CHAMBERLAIN MC100AMLR UNIVERSAL REMOTE or the Merlin+ Series remotes.
Regards,
Brea
Retro Remotes
Hi
Can you tell me which Universal Merlin Remote will fit my garage door motor model ST50EVOB1?
Thank you
Hi Dee,
The ST50EVO used the Merlin 2.0 series. The E960 and E970 are the compatible replacements.
Regards,
Brea
Hi. I need to replace my E945 remote. I see that the E960M replaces it. I can only find E960MR remotes. Is that suitable to replace the E945? Thanks
Hi Carolyn,
There is a link a little bit further in the post to purchase the E960M remote by Merlin. Within that product listing it will have a list of garage door openers and gates that the remote is compatible with.
Hi Rod, we have a Merlin garage door motor with the new type slimline Merlin controllers, however we recently replaced our gate motor with a Roger’s motor unit and the installer put in a Merlin compatible remote control module to control the gate. The controller has a wire antenna that comes out of the gate motor enclosure, but triggering it is very difficult and significantly less sensitive that the Merlin garage door motor receiver which is behind a metal door!
Have you heard of this sort of issue before? Could it be the programming of the lower button was not done properly? Or that the remote controller doesn’t send the triggering signal for long enough?
Cheers, Tom
Hi Tom,
It is hard determine without being at your property as there are so many factors that can cause a lack of signal from remote to opener. The first two things I would look at if I was having these issues are
1. Was the receiver a genuine Merlin receiver (ie 8003 or 8002 receiver).
2. Was the receiver positioned within the hood of the current gate opener or in its own water proof box with an extended antenna.
I do not know what the Rogers motor unit is but it is likely that there is too much noise interference for the remote to get the signal to the motor triggering the open/stop/close function.