Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Connect an iPhone to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
An iPhone can be used to control a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Alarm System. This is made possible using the Alarm.com Mobile App, which can be downloaded from the App Store. The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 will need to be synced with the user's Alarm.com account. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 and Alarm.com.
Can I Install a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Myself and Still Get Monitoring?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 can be installed by a DIY user and still receive monitoring service. For DIY monitoring companies like Alarm Grid, it does not matter who installed the system. As long as it is connected to the network, it can receive monitoring. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
Does a Honeywell 5800PIR-RES Motion Light Up?
A Honeywell 5800PIR-RES Motion will light up when it is in its walk test mode. The sensor will automatically activate this mode whenever it is first powered on. In this mode, the sensor will display a red LED light upon detecting. Learn more about walk test mode on a Honeywell 5800IR-RES.
How Do I Add a Siren to the IQ Panel 2 Using the Hardwire 16 and 16-S?
The Qolsys Hardwire 16 and Hardwire 16-S have a 12VDC, 500 mA output that can be used to power a siren. This output can be used in conjunction with the panel's external siren trigger. Though the HW16/16-S can provide 500 mA of current, the panel's output is limited to 300 mA. Read on to learn more.
What's the Difference Between the Installer and Dealer Codes on an Interlogix Simon XT?
The Installer Code on an Interlogix Simon XT is slightly more limited than the Dealer Code. There are certain actions that cannot be done using the Installer Code. Instead, these actions can only be accomplished using the Dealer Code. Learn more about the code authority levels on a Simon XT.
What is the Difference Between the Installer and Dealer Codes on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Dealer Code on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System has slightly greater authority than the system's Installer Code. Some programming actions can only be performed using the Dealer Code. Learn more about the code authority levels on the Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Alarm Systems.
Is the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Compatible w/ Alarm.com?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 will work with Alarm.com as long as it is receiving active cellular monitoring service. A user can access Alarm.com to arm and disarm their system, check the current status of sensors and control Z-Wave devices. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 and Alarm.com.
Will a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Work w/o a Phone Line?
A Qolsys IQ Panel 2 uses WIFI and cellular connectivity to receive active monitoring service. The system has no way of using a telephone line connection. But this is not a concern, since WIFI and cellular service are both superior in every possible way. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
Will a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Work w/ Google Home?
Google Home provides support for Alarm.com. Since the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 works with Alarm.com, it can be controlled using voice commands sent through Google Home. The system must be synced with Alarm.com for this to be possible. Learn more about the IQ Panel 2 and Google Home.
Can I Use Motions with a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
Any wireless motion sensor will work with the IQ Panel 2, as long as it operates at a wireless frequency that is compatible with the system's daughterboard. The standard daughterboard accepts the 319.5 MHz frequency, but there are also others. Find out which motions work with the IQ Panel 2.
An iPhone can be used to control a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Alarm System. This is made possible using the Alarm.com Mobile App, which can be downloaded from the App Store. The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 will need to be synced with the user's Alarm.com account. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 and Alarm.com.
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Can I Install a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Myself and Still Get Monitoring?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 can be installed by a DIY user and still receive monitoring service. For DIY monitoring companies like Alarm Grid, it does not matter who installed the system. As long as it is connected to the network, it can receive monitoring. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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Does a Honeywell 5800PIR-RES Motion Light Up?
A Honeywell 5800PIR-RES Motion will light up when it is in its walk test mode. The sensor will automatically activate this mode whenever it is first powered on. In this mode, the sensor will display a red LED light upon detecting. Learn more about walk test mode on a Honeywell 5800IR-RES.
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How Do I Add a Siren to the IQ Panel 2 Using the Hardwire 16 and 16-S?
The Qolsys Hardwire 16 and Hardwire 16-S have a 12VDC, 500 mA output that can be used to power a siren. This output can be used in conjunction with the panel's external siren trigger. Though the HW16/16-S can provide 500 mA of current, the panel's output is limited to 300 mA. Read on to learn more.
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What's the Difference Between the Installer and Dealer Codes on an Interlogix Simon XT?
The Installer Code on an Interlogix Simon XT is slightly more limited than the Dealer Code. There are certain actions that cannot be done using the Installer Code. Instead, these actions can only be accomplished using the Dealer Code. Learn more about the code authority levels on a Simon XT.
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What is the Difference Between the Installer and Dealer Codes on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Dealer Code on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System has slightly greater authority than the system's Installer Code. Some programming actions can only be performed using the Dealer Code. Learn more about the code authority levels on the Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Alarm Systems.
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Is the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Compatible w/ Alarm.com?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 will work with Alarm.com as long as it is receiving active cellular monitoring service. A user can access Alarm.com to arm and disarm their system, check the current status of sensors and control Z-Wave devices. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 and Alarm.com.
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Will a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Work w/o a Phone Line?
A Qolsys IQ Panel 2 uses WIFI and cellular connectivity to receive active monitoring service. The system has no way of using a telephone line connection. But this is not a concern, since WIFI and cellular service are both superior in every possible way. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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Will a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Work w/ Google Home?
Google Home provides support for Alarm.com. Since the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 works with Alarm.com, it can be controlled using voice commands sent through Google Home. The system must be synced with Alarm.com for this to be possible. Learn more about the IQ Panel 2 and Google Home.
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Can I Use Motions with a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
Any wireless motion sensor will work with the IQ Panel 2, as long as it operates at a wireless frequency that is compatible with the system's daughterboard. The standard daughterboard accepts the 319.5 MHz frequency, but there are also others. Find out which motions work with the IQ Panel 2.
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