Description
Smart Control for Your Garage Door
The Merlin myQ Connectivity Bundle allows you to transform a compatible Merlin garage door opener into a fully connected smart system. By linking your opener to the myQ cloud platform, you can control, monitor, and manage access remotely using your smartphone or smart device.
Designed for both homeowners and installers, the myQ system delivers convenience, security, and compliance with modern safety standards.
What’s Included
- myQ Gateway Module (connects your opener to the internet)
- Protector System™ Safety IR Beams (mandatory for smart control compliance)
Key Features
📱 Remote Control Anywhere
Open and close your garage door from anywhere using the myQ app on your smartphone or smartwatch.
🔔 Real-Time Alerts & Notifications
Receive instant notifications when your garage door is opened or closed, giving you full visibility and peace of mind.
⏱️ Smart Scheduling
Set automatic closing times or routines to ensure your garage is never accidentally left open.
👥 Shared Access Control
Invite family members or trusted users to control your garage door remotely with controlled permissions.
🛡️ Integrated Safety System
The included Protector System™ IR safety beams prevent the door from closing if an obstruction is detected—required for compliant smart operation.
📊 Activity History
Track usage history, including timestamps of when the door was opened or closed and by whom.
Benefits
For End Users
- Control your garage door from anywhere
- Never worry about leaving the door open
- Receive instant alerts and activity tracking
- Grant access without physical remotes
For Installers
- Easy retrofit to compatible Merlin openers
- Adds smart functionality without replacing the motor
- Meets safety requirements for app-controlled operation
- Simple setup via myQ ecosystem
Compatibility
Compatible with Merlin garage door openers featuring myQ readiness, including:
- MS65MYQ (Commander Essential)
- MS105MYQ (Commander Elite)
- MS125MYQ (Commander Extreme)
- MS127MYQ (Commander Exreme II)
- MS135MYQ (Commander Platinum)
- MS137MYQ (Commander Platinum II)
- MR555MYQ (WeatherDrive)
- MR655MYQ (SilentDrive Essential)
- MR855MYQ (SilentDrive Elite)
⚠️ Not suitable for tilt garage doors
Technical Requirements
- Active broadband internet connection
- Router with spare Ethernet port
- Compatible iOS or Android device
- myQ app installed
How It Works
- Install the myQ Gateway and safety beams
- Connect the gateway to your router
- Pair the system via the myQ app
- Control and monitor your garage door remotely
Ideal Applications
- Residential sectional garage doors
- Smart home upgrades
- Retrofit installations for existing Merlin openers
- Users wanting remote access and monitoring
