DSC PowerG Wireless Outdoor Contact PG9312

The DSC PowerG Wireless Outdoor Contact PG9312 is compatible with all Qolsys brand IQ Panels with a PowerG radio, including the IQ Panel 4 IQP4001. It offers PowerG encrypted technology to protect wireless signal and can be hidden in the door or frame so it won’t affect your decor.

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Sensor Specs

Manufacturer DSC
Part number PG9312
Dimensions 4.12 x 2 x 1.37 inches
Wireless signal range 2000-2500ft in open air
Signals Alarm, alarm restore, tamper, tamper restore, low battery
Transmitter frequency USA: 912-919 MHz
Wireless protocol PowerG
Battery life 5 years (with typical use)
Operating Temperature -40°C to 66°C (-40°F to 151°F)
Battery Two 1.5 V lithium batteries

How to Install the PG9312

Physical installation of the PG9312 Outdoor Contact sensor should follow the manufacturer’s instructions found in the product installation manual. Installation steps from the PG9312 manual are below:

A link to the PG9312 full manual can be found here:

Mounting the PG9312

Sensor Installation

  1. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the slot provided
    and push upward to remove the decorative cover.
  2. Unscrew the lower screw from the device cover.
  3. Separate the device from the bracket.
  4. Mark and drill the required number of holes in the
    mounting surface.
  5. Screw in the bracket with the four screws provided.
  6. Reattach the device to the bracket.
  7. Mount the magnet base with the two supplied screws
    to an adjacent surface and attach the magnet to the
    magnet bracket

Programming the PG9312 with the Qolsys IQ Panel

  1. Place the IQ Panel into Auto-Learn Mode. To do so, at the panel navigate to:

    • Settings
    • Advanced Settings
    • Enter your Installer or Dealer Code
    • Installation
    • Devices
    • Security Sensor
    • Auto Learn Sensor
  2. With the panel in Auto-Learn Mode, open and close the door to trip the sensor.

  3. Program the sensor as needed. Then Click Add to finalize programming.

Programming Instructions for Qolsys PowerG sensors like the PG9312 can be found here: