Wireless Touchscreen Alarm Panels Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Qolsys IQ Panel 5 Require Professional Monitoring?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 5 does not require professional monitoring, but many advanced features, like remote control, are only available with monitoring. Click here!
What Is the IQ Panel 5 Message Center and How Do I Use It?
The IQ Panel 5 Message Center stores system alerts. Access it by touching the envelope icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Click here for details.
How Is the Cellular Module Installed in a 2GIG GC Touch?
The 2GIG GC Touch cellular module and SIM card are factory-installed. Your alarm dealer registers and activates the system to enable cellular communication.
What Is a Cross Zone and How Do I Enable It on GC Touch?
A Cross Zone on the 2GIG GC Touch requires multiple sensors to trip before triggering an alarm, reducing false alarms. Program it through Sensor Settings.
How Do I Enable or Disable Quick Arming on a 2GIG GC Touch?
Turn Quick Arming on or off in a 2GIG GC Touch from Settings > Advanced Settings > System Settings. Toggle the Quick Arming option on or off. Full info here.
How Do I Rename a Z-Wave Device on a 2GIG GC Touch Panel?
Rename Z-Wave devices on your 2GIG GC Touch by accessing Automation Device, then Device List. Tap the device name to open the keyboard and type a new name.
What Do the LED Indicator Lights Mean on My 2GIG GC Touch?
The 2GIG GC Touch has blue, red, and white LEDs indicating standby, armed, alarming, and fault status. Each color communicates specific system conditions.
How Do I Enable Bluetooth Disarming on My 2GIG GC Touch?
To enable Bluetooth Disarming on the 2GIG GC Touch, access Settings with your Master Code, open User Management, select a user, and pair your smartphone.
How Do I Add More Time to My Exit Delay on the 2GIG GC Touch?
To add exit delay time on the 2GIG GC Touch, tap Add 30 Seconds during the countdown, or access System Settings with Installer Code to change the default.
How Do I Clear a Duress Code Alarm on the 2GIG GC Touch?
To clear a duress alarm on the 2GIG GC Touch, tap the Notification icon, select the Alarm tab, and tap Clear next to the duress entry or tap Clear All.
The Qolsys IQ Panel 5 does not require professional monitoring, but many advanced features, like remote control, are only available with monitoring. Click here!
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What Is the IQ Panel 5 Message Center and How Do I Use It?
The IQ Panel 5 Message Center stores system alerts. Access it by touching the envelope icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Click here for details.
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How Is the Cellular Module Installed in a 2GIG GC Touch?
The 2GIG GC Touch cellular module and SIM card are factory-installed. Your alarm dealer registers and activates the system to enable cellular communication.
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What Is a Cross Zone and How Do I Enable It on GC Touch?
A Cross Zone on the 2GIG GC Touch requires multiple sensors to trip before triggering an alarm, reducing false alarms. Program it through Sensor Settings.
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How Do I Enable or Disable Quick Arming on a 2GIG GC Touch?
Turn Quick Arming on or off in a 2GIG GC Touch from Settings > Advanced Settings > System Settings. Toggle the Quick Arming option on or off. Full info here.
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How Do I Rename a Z-Wave Device on a 2GIG GC Touch Panel?
Rename Z-Wave devices on your 2GIG GC Touch by accessing Automation Device, then Device List. Tap the device name to open the keyboard and type a new name.
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What Do the LED Indicator Lights Mean on My 2GIG GC Touch?
The 2GIG GC Touch has blue, red, and white LEDs indicating standby, armed, alarming, and fault status. Each color communicates specific system conditions.
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How Do I Enable Bluetooth Disarming on My 2GIG GC Touch?
To enable Bluetooth Disarming on the 2GIG GC Touch, access Settings with your Master Code, open User Management, select a user, and pair your smartphone.
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How Do I Add More Time to My Exit Delay on the 2GIG GC Touch?
To add exit delay time on the 2GIG GC Touch, tap Add 30 Seconds during the countdown, or access System Settings with Installer Code to change the default.
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How Do I Clear a Duress Code Alarm on the 2GIG GC Touch?
To clear a duress alarm on the 2GIG GC Touch, tap the Notification icon, select the Alarm tab, and tap Clear next to the duress entry or tap Clear All.
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