Chamberlain G956EV-P2 compatibility
Compact keychain remote with broad Chamberlain/LiftMaster/Craftsman compatibility across four learn-button generations; Craftsman Series 100 is excluded by the manufacturer.
- Type
- remote
- Buttons
- 3
- Battery
- CR2032
- Protocol families
- 4
What this accessory is for
Multiple controls
3 buttons can be assigned according to the manufacturer’s programming options; compatibility still has to be checked for every opener.
Several generations
The indexed specification spans 1 manufacturer/protocol family: Chamberlain / LiftMaster / most Craftsman.
Current product record
XEKOV found a current first-party product/compatibility source when checked September 16, 2026.
Protocol coverage matrix
This is the useful part of a compatibility claim: the actual radio family, any learn-button cue, how many exact opener records XEKOV can cross-check, and how many current accessories share that protocol.
| Published family | Radio / protocol | Identifier | Indexed opener models | Current accessories in database |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow learn button Chamberlain / LiftMaster / most Craftsman | Security+ 2.0 | yellow button | 32 | 15 |
| Purple or brown learn button Chamberlain / LiftMaster / most Craftsman | Security+ 315 MHz | purple button | 0 | 15 |
| Red or orange learn button Chamberlain / LiftMaster / most Craftsman | Security+ 390 MHz | red-orange button | 0 | 15 |
| Green learn button Chamberlain / LiftMaster / most Craftsman | Billion Code 390 MHz | green button | 0 | 9 |
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Exact opener models XEKOV can cross-check
These counts are not manufacturer market-share claims. They are the exact opener records currently in XEKOV whose verified radio family appears in this accessory’s compatibility list.
Compatibility limits
- It is not indexed for white-button Security+ 3.0 openers.
- A replaced receiver/logic board can make the physical opener differ from its original model specification.
Similar current records
- Chamberlain CHU62 — remote, multi-brand universal
- Chamberlain CHU48 — keypad, multi-brand universal
- Chamberlain G953EV-P2 — remote, multi-generation
- Chamberlain G940EV-P2 — keypad, multi-generation
Programming and safety
Use the programming instructions supplied by Chamberlain for this exact accessory. Compatibility does not mean every programming sequence is identical. If a remote used to work and suddenly stopped, first check its battery and the manufacturer troubleshooting steps before erasing opener memory.
If the opener is older than 1993, lacks working photoelectric safety sensors, or has been modified, consult the manufacturer before use. XEKOV does not provide instructions to bypass door safety devices or access controls. Use remotes only with systems you own or are authorized to operate.
Common questions
What openers does the Chamberlain G956EV-P2 work with?
Its manufacturer-listed protocol coverage on XEKOV includes Security+ 2.0, Security+ 315 MHz, Security+ 390 MHz, Billion Code 390 MHz. Use the protocol table and exact opener examples on this page rather than matching by appearance.
Is the G956EV-P2 a universal remote?
It covers multiple radio generations, but XEKOV would not treat that as unlimited universal compatibility.
Do I need the same number of buttons as my old remote?
No. Button count determines how many doors/functions the accessory can control; it does not by itself determine radio compatibility.