Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 w/o Monitoring?
A Qolsys IQ Panel 2 can technically be used and operated without active monitoring service. But this will severely limit the functionality of the panel. The system will have no way of sending signals to a central monitoring station or to an end user. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
How Do I Add a Z-Wave Light to a Simon XT?
A Z-Wave light is learned in with a Simon XT by first clearing the light from the network. The light can then be learned in with the system by putting the system in its inclusion mode and activating the inclusion function on the light. Learn how to add a Z-Wave light to an Interlogix Simon XT.
How Do I Add a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 to My Local WIFI?
It is very easy to connect a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 to a WIFI network. Access the advanced settings menu using the system's Master Code. Then choose the WIFI option, and locate the network. Then provide the network password, and connect to the network. Learn how to set WIFI on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
How Do I Enroll a Z-Wave Lock to My Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
A Z-Wave lock is learned-in with an IQ Panel 2 in the same way as any other Z-Wave device. Simply put the system into its Z-Wave inclusion mode, and activate the lock's inclusion function. The panel should recognize the lock and learn it in. Learn how to enroll a Z-Wave lock with an IQ Panel 2.
Will Interlogix/GE Sensors Work on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 is designed to work with wireless security sensors that operate at a frequency of 319.5 MHz. Since Interlogix and GE Sensors operate at this frequency, they can interface with the Qolsys IQ Panel 2. Learn more about which security sensors can be used with this alarm system.
2GIG SMKT3-345 vs Honeywell 5808W3
The 2GIG SMKT3-345 and the Honeywell 5808W3 both operate at the 345 MHz wireless frequency. Both devices provide smoke and heat detection. Both the SMKT3-345 and the 5808W3 offer freeze detection capabilities as well. Learn more information about these two wireless smoke and heat detectors.
2GIG SMKT3-345 vs Honeywell 5806W3
Both the 2GIG SMKT3-345 and the Honeywell 5806W3 are wireless life-safety devices. Both devices provide smoke detection, and both devices operate at 345 MHz. But only the SMKT3-345 offers heat and freeze detection as well. They also interface with different systems. Learn more about these devices.
Can I Connect to the Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 w/ an iPad?
An Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System can be controlled by an iPad through the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store. The system will need active cellular service to sync with Alarm.com. Learn how to use an iPad with a Simon XTi or XTi-5.
Does the Interlogix Simon XT Support Partitions?
It is not possible to use multiple partitions with the Interlogix Simon XT. The panel can only provide support for one single partition that represents the entire system. There is also no way to set different access for different user codes. Learn more about the Interlogix Simon XT System.
Will Interlogix/GE Sensors Work on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
Interlogix/GE Sensors send wireless signals at a frequency of 319.5 MHz. They will work with the Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems since they accept incoming wireless signals at this frequency. Learn more about which wireless sensors can be used with the Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems.
A Qolsys IQ Panel 2 can technically be used and operated without active monitoring service. But this will severely limit the functionality of the panel. The system will have no way of sending signals to a central monitoring station or to an end user. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Add a Z-Wave Light to a Simon XT?
A Z-Wave light is learned in with a Simon XT by first clearing the light from the network. The light can then be learned in with the system by putting the system in its inclusion mode and activating the inclusion function on the light. Learn how to add a Z-Wave light to an Interlogix Simon XT.
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How Do I Add a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 to My Local WIFI?
It is very easy to connect a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 to a WIFI network. Access the advanced settings menu using the system's Master Code. Then choose the WIFI option, and locate the network. Then provide the network password, and connect to the network. Learn how to set WIFI on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Enroll a Z-Wave Lock to My Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
A Z-Wave lock is learned-in with an IQ Panel 2 in the same way as any other Z-Wave device. Simply put the system into its Z-Wave inclusion mode, and activate the lock's inclusion function. The panel should recognize the lock and learn it in. Learn how to enroll a Z-Wave lock with an IQ Panel 2.
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Will Interlogix/GE Sensors Work on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 is designed to work with wireless security sensors that operate at a frequency of 319.5 MHz. Since Interlogix and GE Sensors operate at this frequency, they can interface with the Qolsys IQ Panel 2. Learn more about which security sensors can be used with this alarm system.
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2GIG SMKT3-345 vs Honeywell 5808W3
The 2GIG SMKT3-345 and the Honeywell 5808W3 both operate at the 345 MHz wireless frequency. Both devices provide smoke and heat detection. Both the SMKT3-345 and the 5808W3 offer freeze detection capabilities as well. Learn more information about these two wireless smoke and heat detectors.
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2GIG SMKT3-345 vs Honeywell 5806W3
Both the 2GIG SMKT3-345 and the Honeywell 5806W3 are wireless life-safety devices. Both devices provide smoke detection, and both devices operate at 345 MHz. But only the SMKT3-345 offers heat and freeze detection as well. They also interface with different systems. Learn more about these devices.
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Can I Connect to the Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 w/ an iPad?
An Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System can be controlled by an iPad through the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store. The system will need active cellular service to sync with Alarm.com. Learn how to use an iPad with a Simon XTi or XTi-5.
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Does the Interlogix Simon XT Support Partitions?
It is not possible to use multiple partitions with the Interlogix Simon XT. The panel can only provide support for one single partition that represents the entire system. There is also no way to set different access for different user codes. Learn more about the Interlogix Simon XT System.
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Will Interlogix/GE Sensors Work on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
Interlogix/GE Sensors send wireless signals at a frequency of 319.5 MHz. They will work with the Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems since they accept incoming wireless signals at this frequency. Learn more about which wireless sensors can be used with the Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems.
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