Using Home Automation on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 w/o Monitoring

In this video, Jorge from Alarm Grid explains how the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus can be used for smart home automation functionality, even if the panel is not monitored. It is possible to enroll Z-Wave devices and control them from the panel without monitoring service. But you need Alarm.com for scenes.

Home automation is a relatively broad term that refers to various smart home functions that can be performed automatically based on a schedule or with certain predetermined events. Many people use smart home functionality to make their lives more convenient and to save money on their energy bills. There are all sorts of home automation devices, including lights, door locks, smart thermostats, and more. Even if your Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus System isn't monitored, you can still enroll smart Z-Wave devices with the system and control them directly from the panel.

But using home automation functions on a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 that isn't monitored presents some limitations. While you can manually control devices as needed, the options for having devices activate automatically are pretty limited. But if you get the panel monitored and connected with Alarm.com, then your home automation options become greatly expanded. By using Alarm.com, you can establish smart scenes so that your smart home devices activate automatically based on a schedule or with certain system events. For example, you might have your door lock, your lights turn off, and your thermostat adjust the temperature when you arm your system away before leaving for work. Creating scenes in this way allows for great customization, and it really allows you to get the most out of your system.

Since the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus includes a built-in LTE communicator, you do not need to add any modules to get the system monitored and connected with Alarm.com. However, you will need to sign-up for a monitoring plan that includes cellular connectivity and access to Alarm.com. Examples of compatible monitoring plans include the Gold and Platinum Level Plans from Alarm Grid (Self or Full).

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