Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Update the Firmware On a Qolsys IQ Panel Alarm System?
The original Qolsys IQ Panel has a menu option where you can upgrade the firmware. The system must be connected to WIFI to do this. Learn to update the IQ Panel firmware.
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Can I Turn Off Arm-Confirm on a Qolsys IQ Panel Alarm System?
The Qolsys IQ Panel does not have an Arm-Confirm feature. There will be no special tone if you Arm Away using a key fob or keypad. Learn about the Qolsys IQ Panel System.
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How Do I Turn Off Arm-Confirm on a Honeywell Lyric Alarm System?
The Arm-Confirm option for the Lyric is found in the Sounder Menu. Turning this option off will stop a loud tone when Arming Away using a fob or keypad. Learn about Arm-Confirm.
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How Do I Turn Off Arm-Confirm on a Honeywell L5200 Alarm System?
The Honeywell L5200 has an Arm-Confirm setting that can be used to produce a quick, loud tone when Arming Away using a key fob and/or keypad. Learn about the Arm-Confirm setting.
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How Do I Turn Off Arm-Confirm on a Honeywell L5100 Alarm System?
Arm-Confirm is a a setting that has the Honeywell L5100 System produce a loud tone when a user arms using a key fob and/or a keypad. Learn how to turn off this sound on an L5100.
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Does the 5828 Have Volume Control?
The volume control for the Honeywell 5828 Keypad allows you to increase and decrease the volume. However, you cannot mute the keypad entirely. Learn about the 5828 volume control.
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How Do I Activate Panic Mode on a Honeywell Lyric Alarm System?
The Lyric has a red button on its front for triggering a panic. There are four available panic options that use system zones 995 thru 999. Learn how to trigger a panic on a Lyric.
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2GIG TAKE-345 VS 2GIG TAKE-KIT1
Users looking to have wired sensors communicate wirelessly can get great results with a 2GIG Converter Kit. Learn the difference between the 2GIG TAKE-345 and the 2GIG TAKE-KIT1.
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How Do I Use the Qolsys IQ Siren with a Honeywell LYNX Touch?
A Honeywell LYNX Touch System can support the IQ Siren after an L5100-ZWAVE module has been added. Smart scenes must be created. Learn how to use the IQ Siren with a LYNX Touch.
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How Do I Use the Qolsys IQ Siren with a Honeywell Lyric Alarm System?
The Qolsys IQ Siren enrolls with the Lyric like a Z-Wave light switch. You must create smart scenes to use it like a siren. Learn how to use the IQ Siren with a Lyric System.
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