Question Family: Remotes and Access Control

Direct answer: No. Two remotes can use the same radio frequency and still use different coding or receiver systems.

Match the remote to the receiver model or a clear compatibility list, not just the MHz number.

Direct answer: A rolling-code remote changes the transmitted access code as it is used instead of sending the same fixed code every time.

The remote and receiver have to belong to the same compatible rolling-code system. “Rolling code” by itself does not make two brands or receiver families work together.

Direct answer: If the Eagle I has an EG650 or EG652 Chrome receiver, use a Chrome remote such as EG640 or EG642. If a different receiver was installed, match the remote to that receiver.

Direct answer: The receiver decides. An Eagle II with an EG650 or EG652 Chrome receiver can use Chrome-series remotes. A different installed receiver may need a different transmitter.

Direct answer: Yes, a multi-button Chrome remote can be set up for more than one compatible receiver. Each gate still needs an EG650 or EG652 receiver, and each button has to be programmed to the receiver you want it to control.

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Direct answer: Yes. The current EG380 listing calls for a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi signal at the gate and a router that supports 802.11 B/G/N.

Check the signal before you buy

A strong Wi-Fi signal at the house does not mean you have a strong signal at the gate. Test the gate area first.

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Direct answer: The current product listing says you can control multiple gates by adding more Wi-Fi controllers. In other words, plan on a controller at each gate you want to add.

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Direct answer: Eagle says the EG169 plug-in loop detector should only be used on Rev A3 and Rev A4 Diamond control boards.

Why the board revision matters

Do not assume every Diamond board has the same plug-in loop slots. Check the board revision before buying a plug-in detector.

See the EG169 part record.

Direct answer: An exit loop opens the gate when a vehicle approaches from inside. A reverse loop helps keep a closing gate from closing on a vehicle. A shadow, or phantom, loop watches the gate path while the gate is open.

The exact input behavior comes from the control board, so wire each loop to the correct input.

Direct answer: A direct-burial loop goes in before the concrete is poured. A saw-cut loop goes into a groove cut into an existing concrete or asphalt surface.

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