Published on: February 1, 2022
Safety tip: Locate the wall console or push button: within sight of door, at a minimum height of 5 feet so small children cannot reach it, and away from all moving parts of the door.
Note: Wall Consoles and Push Buttons are made to be used inside your garage. For exterior access you will need to use Genie keypads.
Can I have both a push button and wall console for my one Genie garage door opener?
Yes, but you cannot have two Series II items (Series II Push Button and Series II Wall Console) running parallel. However, if you do have a Series II Push Button and wish to add a wall console, you could add the Wireless Wall Console or Universal Wireless Wall Console - depending on what is compatible with your Genie garage door opener.
Can I have multiple wall consoles for my one Genie garage door opener?
Yes, but you cannot have more than one Series II Wall Consoles wired to your Genie garage door opener. If you do have a Series II Wall Console, you could add a Universal Wireless Wall Console or a Wireless Wall Console – depending on which is compatible with your opener.
Can I have multiple push buttons for my one Genie garage door opener?
Yes, but you cannot use more than one of the Series II Push Buttons. If you have a Series II Push Button, you can add a Universal Push Button. You can add as many Universal Push Buttons as you would like.
What is the difference between Series II and Series III?
All Genie garage door openers manufactured today, and most manufactured since 1995 feature Series II technology. Series III technology was used briefly for a time between 2010-2012 only on models 2562, 2564, 3022, 3024, 3042, 3062, 3064, 4022, 4024, 4042, 4062, and 4064. If your Genie garage door opener has a serial number lower than 122494110518 and is one of the listed models, then you have a Series III technology.
Compatibility: The Genie Series II Multi-Function Wall Console is compatible with all Genie garage door openers manufactured since 1995 that feature Series II technology. This includes new Genie garage door openers. Many retail Genie garage door openers include this multi-function wall console. Replaces discontinued Series II wall consoles and wall buttons: GBWC2-BX, GPWC-BX, GWC-2, and GPWC-2WLB.
Features: Backlit panel that is easy to locate in the dark, Sure-Lock mode vacation lock allows you to lock out the keypad and remotes for extra security at night or while on vacation, 3 functions: open/close, lock, and lights
Compatibility: The Series III Wall Console is compatible with ONLY compatible with models 3022, 3024, 3042, 4022, 4024, 4042, 3062, 3064, 4062, & 4064 that have a serial number LOWER than the number 122494110518. The circuit board must not have been replaced and start with ‘37470’. Series III Wall Consoles have black buttons versus the Series II which feature white buttons.
Features: Red light in the center of the wall console makes it easy to locate in the dark, multi-function wall console features 3-buttons: open/close, Sure-Lock vacation lock to deactivate remotes or keypads when traveling or at night for added security, and a button to turn on your Genie garage door opener’s light.
Compatibility: The Genie Wireless Wall Console is compatible with all Genie Intellicode openers manufactured since 2013. It is NOT compatible with models 1022, 1024, 1042, 2022, 2024, 2027, or 2042.
Features: Powered by 2 AAA batteries, the wireless wall console is a breeze to install with no wires or strings attached. Perfect to add an additional access point anywhere in your garage. The blue LED light makes it easy to locate. If your wall console LED turns red, it indicates a low battery. The delay button allows you an extra 10, 20, or 30 seconds to exit the door before it begins to close. The light button allows you to turn on your Genie garage door opener’s light.
Compatibility: View compatibility chart here. The Universal Wireless Wall Console works with most popular garage door opener brands manufactured since 1993 that have functioning safety sensors.
Features: Use the Universal Wireless Wall Console to add an additional wire-free access point to your garage- compatible with most garage door opener brands! Control up to 3 garage doors on a single wireless wall console. Powered by 2 AAA batteries, this wall console features a blue LED which will turn to red when the battery is low. The delay button allows you to have 10, 15, or 20 extra seconds to safely exit the door.
Compatibility: The Universal Push Button is compatible with most pre-2011 Genie garage door openers, current Genie Series II garage door openers, and most major garage door opener brands. NOT compatible with Series III Genie openers or Liftmaster/Chamberlain/Craftsman 2.0.
Features: This non-lit button can be used in addition to any existing wall button or wall console. Open your garage door from the inside with this simple push button. This button must be wired to the garage door opener.
Compatibility: The Series II Push Button works with any Genie garage door opener that features Series II electronics. New Genie garage door openers and most manufactured since 1995 feature Series II electronics. NOT compatible with models 3022, 3024, 3042, 4022, 4024, 4042, 3062, 3064, 4062, & 4064 that have a serial number LOWER than the number 122494110518.
Features: LED backlight allows you to easily locate the push button, ideal for those looking for a basic open/close function. Includes screws and insulated staples.
8 comments
@Anna Wood – You should have one Series II wall console (the grey box with white buttons) operating each garage door. So you have two total – one operates Door A, the other operates door B. This is how it should be set up, and they can only operate one door each.
If you are looking to add an additional button that would operate both doors, I would recommend the Universal wireless wall console. It can be added on, and you can keep the original wall consoles where they are, and they will work the same. The Universal Wireless Wall Console will allow you to operate up to three separate doors, on the one console.
https://store.geniecompany.com/products/universal-wireless-wall-console
I have 2 garage doors. They each have a Genie 2128 opener. Their s/n are F0AD4E16F69B02F and F0AD4E16CED7026 with Genie series II grey box opener with white buttons. The electrician wired 2 openers for each door, one by den entrance and one by back entrance. The installer said we could only use one set of buttons. Is there any way to be able to have both sets available to operate the doors?
@Boris – Your option would be to install another Series III wall console.
Hello,
I have a series 3 wall button console. I’d like to add a second wall button. Can I use a generic wall button and simply piggy back the wiring from the console to the basic button? If not, please advise the best connection process. Will a generic button work, if not what kind of button do I need to use for this?
Thanks
@ Dave – You could use the Universal Wireless Wall Console or the Series II Wall Console.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Genie-Universal-Series-Wireless-3-Door-Control-Wall-Console-GUWWC-R/316050357
https://store.geniecompany.com/products/wall-console-for-series-ii-product