Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Add a Wireless Zone to a DSC Impassa?
A wireless zone is added to a DSC Impassa by putting the panel into enrollment mode and then activating the sensor. Then configure the settings. Learn how to set up a DSC Impassa.
Can a DSC Impassa Do Home Automation w/o Monitoring?
It is impossible to do home automation on a DSC Impassa without monitoring service. Z-Wave control is built into the cellular communicator. Learn more about home automation.
How Do I Use the 2GIG Easy Updater Tool to Update a GC2 Panel?
First, verify the GC2 has Firmware version 1.5 or later. Next, power down, and connect the Updater Tool to the GC2. Finally, power up, and press "Start". Learn to update the GC2.
How Do I Upgrade My 2GIG GC3 to an LTE Communicator?
To upgrade the communicator on the 2GIG GC3, choose "Cell Radio Swap" from Settings. Tap "Begin", and follow the on-screen instructions. Learn to update the GC3 communicator.
How Do I Upgrade My 2GIG GC2 to an LTE Communicator?
To upgrade the 2GIG GC2 to an LTE communicator, you must remove the old communicator. Then install the new one, and register it. Read on to learn about upgrading the 2GIG GC2.
Can I Make a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 a Secondary Z-Wave Controller?
Qolsys does not support using the IQ Panel 2 or 2 Plus as a secondary Z-Wave controller. This makes them incompatible with hubs like SmartThings. Learn about these limitations.
Which Sensors are Compatible with the Lyric Alarm System?
The Lyric Security System will support encrypted Honeywell SiX Series Sensors that operate at 2.4 GHz. It will also support sensors that operate at 345 MHz. This includes any Honeywell 5800 Series Sensor and any 2GIG Sensor. Find out which sensors are compatible with the Lyric Controller.
How Do I Add an External Keypad to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The IQ Remote is an external touchscreen keypad that is compatible with the Qolsys IQ Panel 2. This device allows a user to arm and disarm the system and control Z-Wave devices. It is added through system programming. Find out how to pair the IQ Remote touchscreen keypad with the IQ Panel 2.
How Do I Enroll a Kwikset 910 on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
To enroll a Kwikset 910 on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2, start by bringing the lock to the panel. Then clear the lock from the network so that it can be included. Then put the panel into its inclusion mode and activate the lock's inclusion function. Learn to enroll a Kwikset 910 with an IQ Panel 2.
Can I Disable the Internal Siren on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The IQ Panel 2 includes an internal siren that operates at 85 dB. This siren can be disabled from system programming if desired. In order to disable the siren, the user will need to know the system's Installer Code or the Dealer Code. Find out how to disable the siren for a Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
A wireless zone is added to a DSC Impassa by putting the panel into enrollment mode and then activating the sensor. Then configure the settings. Learn how to set up a DSC Impassa.
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Can a DSC Impassa Do Home Automation w/o Monitoring?
It is impossible to do home automation on a DSC Impassa without monitoring service. Z-Wave control is built into the cellular communicator. Learn more about home automation.
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How Do I Use the 2GIG Easy Updater Tool to Update a GC2 Panel?
First, verify the GC2 has Firmware version 1.5 or later. Next, power down, and connect the Updater Tool to the GC2. Finally, power up, and press "Start". Learn to update the GC2.
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How Do I Upgrade My 2GIG GC3 to an LTE Communicator?
To upgrade the communicator on the 2GIG GC3, choose "Cell Radio Swap" from Settings. Tap "Begin", and follow the on-screen instructions. Learn to update the GC3 communicator.
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How Do I Upgrade My 2GIG GC2 to an LTE Communicator?
To upgrade the 2GIG GC2 to an LTE communicator, you must remove the old communicator. Then install the new one, and register it. Read on to learn about upgrading the 2GIG GC2.
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Can I Make a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 a Secondary Z-Wave Controller?
Qolsys does not support using the IQ Panel 2 or 2 Plus as a secondary Z-Wave controller. This makes them incompatible with hubs like SmartThings. Learn about these limitations.
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Which Sensors are Compatible with the Lyric Alarm System?
The Lyric Security System will support encrypted Honeywell SiX Series Sensors that operate at 2.4 GHz. It will also support sensors that operate at 345 MHz. This includes any Honeywell 5800 Series Sensor and any 2GIG Sensor. Find out which sensors are compatible with the Lyric Controller.
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How Do I Add an External Keypad to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The IQ Remote is an external touchscreen keypad that is compatible with the Qolsys IQ Panel 2. This device allows a user to arm and disarm the system and control Z-Wave devices. It is added through system programming. Find out how to pair the IQ Remote touchscreen keypad with the IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Enroll a Kwikset 910 on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
To enroll a Kwikset 910 on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2, start by bringing the lock to the panel. Then clear the lock from the network so that it can be included. Then put the panel into its inclusion mode and activate the lock's inclusion function. Learn to enroll a Kwikset 910 with an IQ Panel 2.
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Can I Disable the Internal Siren on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The IQ Panel 2 includes an internal siren that operates at 85 dB. This siren can be disabled from system programming if desired. In order to disable the siren, the user will need to know the system's Installer Code or the Dealer Code. Find out how to disable the siren for a Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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