How to Wire a Push Button to the ERA-UTX Universal Transmitter
Connect a standard non-illuminated doorbell button to an ERA-UTX universal transmitter for long-range alert systems.
Published November 22, 2021
Connect a standard non-illuminated doorbell button to your ERA-UTX universal transmitter. This setup also works with wired magnetic door/window contacts for residential and commercial alert points.
Common Applications
- Traditional doorbell buttons for offices or homes
- Existing wired door contacts requiring long-range notification
- Alert paths where walls, distance, or materials weaken the signal
Installation Requirements
- ERA-UTX universal transmitter
- Non-illuminated push button
- Standard doorbell wire
- Basic hand tools
Connection Steps
- Locate normally open relay terminals on ERA-UTX
- Connect doorbell button wires to terminals
- Secure connections firmly
- Test connection before final mounting
Important Notes
- Use only non-illuminated buttons to preserve battery life
- Wire polarity doesn't matter
- Compatible with magnetic door contacts
- Mount transmitter inside building when possible
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