Frequently Asked Questions
How Loud is the Z-Wave IQ Siren for the Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The Z-Wave IQ Siren provides a viable option for increasing the maximum siren volume of the IQ Panel 2. The standard internal siren for the IQ Panel 2 operates at 85 dB. But the Z-Wave IQ Siren can produce sounds up to 105 dB. This is about as loud as a motorcycle. Learn more about the IQ Siren.
Can I Connect an iPhone to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
An iPhone can connect with a IQ Panel 2 using the Alarm.com interactive service. Alarm.com offers a mobile app that allows iOS devices to operate an alarm system. This service can be conveniently accessed at any time to control an IQ Panel 2. Learn how to use an iPhone with an IQ Panel 2.
Can I Turn Off the Siren On a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The siren for an IQ Panel 2 can be disabled from system programming. The option is found under Siren and Alarms. You must know the Installer or Dealer Code to access this menu. There's also an option for temporarily disabling the siren for testing. Learn more about the siren on an IQ Panel 2.
How Do I Add Wireless Sensors to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
A wireless sensor can be added to a IQ Panel 2 by putting the system into learn mode and then activating the sensor. The settings for the sensor can then be adjusted as needed. You must know the system's Installer or Dealer Code to do this. Find out how to enroll a sensor with the IQ Panel 2.
How Do I Remove a Z-Wave Device from a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
To remove a Z-Wave device from a Qolsys IQ Panel 2, first, activate exclusion mode on the system. Then activate the inclusion function on the Z-Wave device. The system should recognize the device and clear it from the network. Learn how to remove Z-Wave devices from the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
How Do I Add an IQ Motion to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
An IQ Motion can be added to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 by putting the system into its auto-learn mode for enrolling new sensors and then activating the IQ Motion. The sensor will then be added to the system, and its settings can be configured. Find out how to add an IQ Motion to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
Does a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Chime When Doors are Opened?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 can be programmed to chime when doors are opened. The chime settings are adjusted from the programming menu. Chimes can be enabled or disabled for individual sensors, or the system chime can be disabled entirely. Learn more about the chime function on the IQ Panel 2.
Will an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Work w/ Apple HomeKit?
At this time, the Simon XTi and XTi-5 cannot be used with Apple HomeKit. This is because the Alarm.com Service has not yet received support from Apple HomeKit. But if HomeKit ever provides Alarm.com support, then these systems could be used with the app. Learn more about Apple HomeKit integrations.
Can I Make an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 a Secondary Z-Wave Controller?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 cannot operate as a secondary Z-Wave controller. However, when a cellular communicator has been added to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5, the system will support Z-Wave home automation devices. Learn more about using Z-Wave with an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5.
Is the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Compatible w/ Total Connect?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 cannot work with the Total Connect service. Total Connect is designed exclusively for use with Honeywell Alarm Systems. But the IQ Panel can be used with Alarm.com, a service that offers similar functionality and features. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
The Z-Wave IQ Siren provides a viable option for increasing the maximum siren volume of the IQ Panel 2. The standard internal siren for the IQ Panel 2 operates at 85 dB. But the Z-Wave IQ Siren can produce sounds up to 105 dB. This is about as loud as a motorcycle. Learn more about the IQ Siren.
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Can I Connect an iPhone to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
An iPhone can connect with a IQ Panel 2 using the Alarm.com interactive service. Alarm.com offers a mobile app that allows iOS devices to operate an alarm system. This service can be conveniently accessed at any time to control an IQ Panel 2. Learn how to use an iPhone with an IQ Panel 2.
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Can I Turn Off the Siren On a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The siren for an IQ Panel 2 can be disabled from system programming. The option is found under Siren and Alarms. You must know the Installer or Dealer Code to access this menu. There's also an option for temporarily disabling the siren for testing. Learn more about the siren on an IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Add Wireless Sensors to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
A wireless sensor can be added to a IQ Panel 2 by putting the system into learn mode and then activating the sensor. The settings for the sensor can then be adjusted as needed. You must know the system's Installer or Dealer Code to do this. Find out how to enroll a sensor with the IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Remove a Z-Wave Device from a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
To remove a Z-Wave device from a Qolsys IQ Panel 2, first, activate exclusion mode on the system. Then activate the inclusion function on the Z-Wave device. The system should recognize the device and clear it from the network. Learn how to remove Z-Wave devices from the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Add an IQ Motion to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
An IQ Motion can be added to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 by putting the system into its auto-learn mode for enrolling new sensors and then activating the IQ Motion. The sensor will then be added to the system, and its settings can be configured. Find out how to add an IQ Motion to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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Does a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Chime When Doors are Opened?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 can be programmed to chime when doors are opened. The chime settings are adjusted from the programming menu. Chimes can be enabled or disabled for individual sensors, or the system chime can be disabled entirely. Learn more about the chime function on the IQ Panel 2.
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Will an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Work w/ Apple HomeKit?
At this time, the Simon XTi and XTi-5 cannot be used with Apple HomeKit. This is because the Alarm.com Service has not yet received support from Apple HomeKit. But if HomeKit ever provides Alarm.com support, then these systems could be used with the app. Learn more about Apple HomeKit integrations.
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Can I Make an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 a Secondary Z-Wave Controller?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 cannot operate as a secondary Z-Wave controller. However, when a cellular communicator has been added to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5, the system will support Z-Wave home automation devices. Learn more about using Z-Wave with an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5.
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Is the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Compatible w/ Total Connect?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 cannot work with the Total Connect service. Total Connect is designed exclusively for use with Honeywell Alarm Systems. But the IQ Panel can be used with Alarm.com, a service that offers similar functionality and features. Learn more about the Qolsys IQ Panel 2.
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