Frequently Asked Questions
Will a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Work w/ a Phone Line?
There is no possible way to provide phone line monitoring for a Qolsys IQ Panel 2. The system does not have an input for a phone jack, and it does not have an integrated dialer. The system can only receive monitoring service through cellular connectivity. Learn more about the IQ Panel 2.
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.
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 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.
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.
What Kind of Wire Do I Need to Use to Install a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 comes with a 5-foot wire that ends with a barrel connector. This barrel connector makes it very easy to connect to the panel. The other end connects to the transformer. A longer 18-gauge 2-conductor wire can also be used if desired. Learn more about powering an IQ Panel 2.
There is no possible way to provide phone line monitoring for a Qolsys IQ Panel 2. The system does not have an input for a phone jack, and it does not have an integrated dialer. The system can only receive monitoring service through cellular connectivity. Learn more about the IQ Panel 2.
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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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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.
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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 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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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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What Kind of Wire Do I Need to Use to Install a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 comes with a 5-foot wire that ends with a barrel connector. This barrel connector makes it very easy to connect to the panel. The other end connects to the transformer. A longer 18-gauge 2-conductor wire can also be used if desired. Learn more about powering an IQ Panel 2.
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