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Electric gates and garages make life more convenient and help secure homes. But, there is more to convenience and security with state-of-the-art products that can fit in your garage. We’re talking about the new LiftMaster 8500 and all its cool features you can’t live without.
The LiftMaster 8500 is one of the most efficient garage door openers LiftMaster has to offer. It is a wall mount design, specifically made with consideration for the garage ceiling space in mind.
This smart garage door opener has a remote capability that operates with myQ technology. It has a power lock deadbolt, motion detector, battery backup and secure access code.
Simply saying, everything that you need in a garage door opener is in the LiftMaster 8500.
What Is the LiftMaster 8500?
The LiftMaster 8500 garage door opener is an ingenious product from the LiftMaster Elite Series. It is a sleek and space-saving door opener that can be mounted on the garage wall. It is ideal if you have a high ceiling or use your garage ceiling as extra storage space.
Ceiling-mounted door openers can get loud since they are suspended. The noise can be a nuisance if your garage is underneath your room. Side-mounted garage door openers like the LiftMaster 8500 save you from this kind of trouble by running ultra-quiet and with relatively less vibrations.
Model 8500 is ideal for a sectional door but not for roll-up doors and garages without a front mount torsion bar system.
Features of the LiftMaster 8500
Model 8500 is the base model of wall-mounted LiftMaster garage door openers. It has several smart and safety features you can customize and upgrade by buying separate products.
It has an integrated battery backup, remote light, automatic garage door lock and myQ technology enabled. Keep in mind you must purchase the internet gateway and accessories separately.
You can try the newest LiftMaster 8500W if you want a complete set. It is technically the 8500 with complete accessories and all its modern features.
Secure Code
The LiftMaster 8500 uses patented Security +2.0 technology for garage door systems. The door opener communicates on different frequencies and sends out a new code for the remote control every time the button is pressed. This means that only the remote controls programmed for that specific garage door can open it.
This security feature ensures your garage is safe and secure and will not open with other nearby access control devices. The garage door opener has a three-button remote control to open three garage doors or myQ Light accessories.
Safety Features
The LiftMaster also has programmable safety features to protect cars and prevent intrusions. Its safety and protection system include:
- Timer-to-close. Automatically and conveniently closes the door when left unattended. It is helpful in the event you forget to close and lock your garage door. This is programmable on the myQ control panel to activate after a few minutes.
- Powerlock deadbolt. An additional layer of security that ensures the garage door cannot be forced open. The garage door system automatically deadbolts the gate once it is closed.
- Motion detection for hand-free lights opener and remote light control that automatically turns it on and off. The lights will turn on automatically as you enter the garage.
- Protector system. The sensor reverses the action when there is an obstruction. Safety sensors prevent the garage door from closing and crushing the vehicle or anything in its way.
myQ Home Connectivity
With the smart feature of myQ technology, you can monitor and control your garage door and lights using your phone or computer. LiftMaster 8500 has an included myQ control panel 888 LM that pairs with a LiftMaster Internet Gateway 828 LM. The internet gateway is the device that enables the upgrade needed to utilize the myQ technology. You can buy this internet gateway as an add-on.
Battery Backup
One of the disadvantages of electric gates is their inoperability during a power outage. That’s why some gate and door openers have a battery or solar backup power to handle this inevitable event. The LiftMaster 8500 is already battery backup capable, ensuring you can always access the garage door.
You can buy the LiftMaster 475LM battery backup system separately.
HomeLink Compatible
HomeLink is a car automation system integrated into some vehicles. These are programmable buttons that use radio frequencies or cloud-based smart controls that connect to the garage door opener.
This technology enhances the convenience feature of the garage since you can open or close the door right from your vehicle.
The LiftMaster 8500 is compatible with HomeLink version 4.0 or higher. Depending on your car’s make and model, it may require an external adapter.
Why Purchase the LiftMaster 8500?
The LiftMaster 8500 is a safe, secure, innovative and smart garage door opener best used in residential garages.
It is also highly recommended for its overhead space-saving possibility. Here are a few reasons why it is worth replacing your traditional garage door opener with the LiftMaster 8500:
- Virtually silent operation
- Accommodates 40 remote controls, 4 wireless keyless entry systems and 16 myQ devices
- For 160 lbs garage door weights
- Smartphone control
- Has a maintenance alert system
- Comes with a cable tension monitor
- Lifetime motor warranty and 5-year accessory warranty
LiftMaster 8500 Garage Door Opener
Wall mount garage door openers are gaining more popularity as they replace traditional ones. Those belt-drive models are undeniably noisy and sometimes vibrate the entire house.
With wall mount garage openers, you can slip in and out of your home without causing much uproar. These garage openers also free your ceiling space for more storage area.
If you need to replace your traditional garage door opener, the LiftMaster 8500 is your best option. On top of security and convenience, the base model is streamlined with many efficient features. It allows more remote monitoring and controlling of the garage doors and lights at your preference.
You can get this reliable and durable LiftMaster 8500 model from All Security Equipment for your ultimate garage access solution. You can check out optional accessories to complete the smart features and enhance the unit's functionality. You can also browse through our control devices to get the most out of your home automation experience.
