Smart Shield Systems
IQ Panel 4
The Qolsys IQ Panel 4 is a modern all-in-one security and smart-home hub with a 7″ capacitive touchscreen, dual-path LTE + Wi-Fi, Z-Wave 700 series, and PowerG long-range encrypted sensors. It adds an 8MP wide-angle panel camera, Bluetooth Touchless Disarming, built-in glass break detection, and Live View/Live Answer for compatible Alarm.com cameras and doorbells. Quad speakers deliver clear voice prompts and Bluetooth audio streaming.
Why Choose This with Smart Shield Systems
- Pro setup, fast: SmartMount install, on-screen wizard, and clean power/cabling so you’re up and running quickly.
- Device migration help: We enroll PowerG and (model-dependent) legacy RF sensors, label zones, and test supervision/tamper reporting.
- Smart-home integration: We add Z-Wave 700 lights/locks/thermostats and set scenes you can run from the panel or app.
- Video on the panel: We enable Live View/Live Answer for supported Alarm.com cameras/doorbells.
Key Features
- 7″ LCD (1280×800) multi-touch display.
- Dual-path communications: LTE Cat-4 (multi-band) + dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi (with built-in access-point capability).
- PowerG encrypted sensors (up to 128 devices); Security RF support varies by model (319.5 / 345 / 433 MHz).
- Z-Wave Plus (700 series): up to 137 devices (breakdown for lights, locks, thermostats, garage, misc.).
- 8MP panel camera (120° FOV) with Flex-Tilt, disarm photos, alarm videos, and peek-ins.
- Built-in glass break, Bluetooth Touchless Disarming, QuadSound (4×4 W speakers, 85 dB siren).
Product Specifications (At-a-Glance)
- Model family: IQ Panel 4 (variants for 319.5 / 345 / 433 MHz legacy RF + PowerG)
- Display: 7″ LCD, 1280×800, ~300 cd/m² brightness; capacitive multi-touch.
- Comms: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5 GHz, AP capability); LTE Cat-4 (Bands 2/25, 4/66, 5, 7, 12/17, 13, 14 non-FirstNet, 26).
- Automation: Z-Wave 700 up to 137 devices.
- Sensors: PowerG up to 128 devices; Security RF up to 128 devices (model-dependent band).
- Audio/Mics: QuadSound 4×4 W front speakers; 3× MEMS mics with echo cancellation.
- Bluetooth: BLE 4.2 (disarm & audio streaming).
- Panel cam: 8MP, 120° FOV, fixed-focus, Flex-Tilt.
- Battery: 18650 Li-ion 3000 mAh, rated 24+ hours.
- Processor/OS/Storage: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon, Android 9, 16 GB NAND.
- Size/Power: 6.1″H × 7.5″W × 1″D; 7 VDC 1000 mA adapter (100–240 VAC).
- Certifications: UL-985, UL-1023, UL-2610, ULC S545/S304; FCC/IC listed.
Compatibility Notes
- Choose the IQ Panel 4 variant that matches any legacy sensor band you want to reuse (319.5 / 345 / 433 MHz). All variants include PowerG.
- Live View/Live Answer requires supported Alarm.com cameras/doorbells and enabling Stream Video to Security Panel Screen in the Alarm.com account.
Popular Use Cases
- Whole-home security: PowerG perimeter + motions/life-safety, with disarm photos and alarm clips from the panel cam.
- Smart automations: Z-Wave scenes for Arm Away → lock doors, set back temp, turn off lights.
- Video-first entryways: Live Answer doorbells from the panel; greet visitors hands-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—pick the model that matches your legacy band (319.5 / 345 / 433 MHz) and you’ll also get PowerG for new, encrypted sensors. We’ll confirm compatibility during install.
Up to 137 total (80 lights, 20 locks, 10 thermostats, 6 garage doors, 21 misc.), per the Z-Wave 700 spec on the panel.
Yes—enable Stream Video to Security Panel Screen in Alarm.com and select which cameras can Live View/Live Answer on the panel. (qolsys.reamaze.com)
The panel includes an 85 dB siren and QuadSound (4×4 W) speakers for loud, clear prompts—and even Bluetooth music streaming.
Additional Resources
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Smart Shield Systems will install, program, and personalize your IQ Panel 4, migrate sensors, set up Z-Wave scenes, and enable camera Live View/Live Answer—so your security and smart home feel seamless from day one.