Blog: IQ Panel 2 security system in my apartment

I recently installed an IQ Panel 2 security system in my apartment, my husband Stephen and I love it!  It’s comforting to know that our belongings are staying safe while we’re away at work or on vacation and we’re safe while home.  Stephen and I decided that because we are renting, the table stand was the best option for us.  I also decided to set the security system up by myself, to better understand the full installation process.

The IQ Panel 2 Classic Kit comes with an IQ Panel 2, 3 IQ DW Mini-S Sensors, and 1 IQ Motion-S sensor.  In addition to the panel and sensors, it also comes with an IQ Panel 2 Quick Guide which was a game changer!  There are only 10 simple steps required to fully set up the IQ Panel and the quick guide takes you step-by-step through this process.  In addition to the quick guide, I also pulled up the Qolsys YouTube page and watched the table stand installation video.  This was another great recourse to make sure I was setting up my security system correctly.

Installing a security system by yourself can be intimidating, especially for the first time.  The best thing about the IQ Panel 2 is that the process is so easy!  I had my system set up, sensors paired, and put in place on the front door and windows in no time! Again, we’ve loved our IQ Panel 2 security system, how it looks in our home, and the additional protection it adds.

IQ Panel 2:  Table Stand

IQ Panel 2 Quick Guide Instructions:

  1. Connect power supply
    • WARNING: Use 5.5v Power Supply ONLY
  2. Press and hold the power button on the right side of the panel for 3 seconds to power up
  3. Create Alarm.com account
    • Try the mobile tech app
  4. Access Advanced Settings
    • Advanced (Default installer password is 1111)
  5. Run a Cell Test
  6. Connect Wifi
  7. Check for Updates
  8. Install Devices
  9. Add Security Sensors
    • If pairing devices with encryption, be sure to select “S-Line” as the “Source” of the signals
  10. Add Z-Wave Devices
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