Skylink Reduced RF Reception at Opener

Remote controls have very short range or work only inside the garage

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Possible Causes

Damaged or missing opener antenna, Antenna wire tucked inside housing, RF interference from LED bulbs or electronics, Failing RF receiver

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Use a stable ladder when accessing the opener head.

  • Inspect antenna: Locate the Skylink opener’s antenna wire. Ensure it is fully extended and hanging down, not coiled up inside the housing.
  • Check for damage: Replace the Skylink antenna wire if it is cut or frayed.
  • Reduce interference: Replace noisy LED bulbs with compatible ones and move Wi‑Fi routers or other RF devices away from the opener.
  • Test with new remote: If range is still poor, test with a new Skylink remote. If both have poor range, the RF receiver module or main board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Skylink Antenna Wire
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