How To Know If An Automation/Smart Device Is Compatible With The IQ Panel 2?

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AUTOMATION SMART DEVICE

Automated devices that work on the Z-wave frequency will speak the same language as your current security system if you have the IQ Panel 2. Such as:

  • Lights*
  • Appliance Control/Smart Socket
  • Door Locks*
  • Thermostats*
  • Sirens
  • Water Valves
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Home Energy Meter
  • Z-Wave Repeater

Usually, if an automation device is Z-Wave supported, it should be compatible with the IQ Panel 2/2+ & 4. The panel can pair up to 80 Lights, 20 Door Locks, 10 Thermostats, 6 Garage Door Openers, 15 Smart Sockets and 21 “Other” devices for a total of 152 Z-Wave devices.

(*Examples of how to pair some common Z-Wave devices are available in a separate section.)

HOW TO CLEAR A Z-WAVE DEVICE FROM THE IQ PANEL 2 ?

To access the Z-Wave Devices settings, first go to the panel’s Advanced Settings menu and type in 1111, which is the Installer access code. You cannot change the Z-Wave settings using your master code, unless the installer enabled it inside the Z-Wave settings. If this does not allow you inside the menu please contact your local security dealer to enable access.

In the Advanced Settings menu:

  • Select Installation
  • Select Devices
  • Select Z-Wave Devices
  • Perform a Clear Device first whenever enrolling a new Z-Wave device.

(This is great practice when enrolling any new zwave device for connectivity)

  • To access the Z-Wave Devices settings, follow the same procedure as Add Device in the section above.
  • Select Clear Device, A message will appear saying the panel is in “Clear” mode.
  • Press the “Pair” or “Learn” button on the actual Z-Wave device.*
  • Panel returns to the Z-Wave Device menu when complete.

*NOTE: Each Z-Wave device has a different “learn” button and a different way to pair.

HOW TO ADD A Z-WAVE DEVICE USING THE IQ PANEL 2 ?

To access the Z-Wave Devices settings, first go to the panel’s Advanced Settings menu and type in 1111, which is the Installer access code. You cannot change the Z-Wave settings using your master code, unless the installer enabled it inside the Z-Wave settings. If this does not allow you inside the menu please contact your local security dealer to enable access.

Select Add Device

  • Press the “Include” box. A message will appear saying the panel is in pairing mode, in which it will search for a nearby Z-wave device.
  • Press the “Pair” or “Learn” button on the actual Z-Wave device.*
  • Once paired, adjust the device name and settings. Press “Add” to save the information and complete the process. (Adjustments can be made later from “Edit Device” icon)

*NOTE: Each Z-Wave device has a different “learn” button and a different way to pair.
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HOW TO DELETE A FAILED A Z-WAVE DEVICE FROM THE IQ PANEL 2 ?

You can delete a Z-Wave device if it is already paired with the panel, without having to actually go to the device and press the “Pair” or “Learn” Button.

  • To access the Z-Wave Devices settings, follow the same procedure as Add Device in the section above.
  • Select Delete Failed Device
  • Check the box to the left of the device you want to delete.
  • Press the “Delete” box

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