Qolsys IQ Panel 4 Firmware Release Information

IQ Panel 4/IQ4 HUB/IQ4 NS - 4.5.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE

New Features:

  • Added support for IQ Lock PowerG rule handling from Alarm.com:
    • Please Note: For new installations, update to 4.5.0 BEFORE enrolling PowerG Automation devices.
  • Added PowerG Automation device name sync between Alarm.com and the Panel.
  • Added support for the soon to be released IQ Keypad.
  • Added Dark Mode UI option under Settings/Display.
  • Added a new UI page to support Shutter/Blinds.
  • Added a new UI page on the Panel to control Manual Command Output of IQ Hardwire PowerG PGM’s (PG9WLSHW8/PG9HRDW8).
  • Added a new Global EOL option. Define EOL inputs for IQ Hardwire PowerG (PGxWLSHW8/PGxHRDW8) devices at a global setting level.
  • Added ability to re-add deleted zones from a Corbus or IQ Hardwire PowerG Device from Alarm.com.
  • Added ability to add Corbus devices from Alarm.com.
  • Added the ability to Swap Sensors. You can now edit the DL ID of a sensor instead of being required to delete
    and re-add from scratch.
  • Added new Solar Page setting to enable Solar Installation tracker.
  • Added support for IQ Installer Interface. IQ Installer now works on IQ Panel 4 and IQ4 Hub as an optional method of programming and faster & easier local firmware update in addition to the previously supported IQ4 NS and IQ Pro.
  • New sensor option added to allow (or disallow) bypassing specific zones.
  • Added a toggle option that will disable Instant Alarm when a delay zone is opened after an alarm event.
  • Added the ability to allow the Master code to enable/disable the Bluetooth radio.
  • Added a toggle that can allow a User Code access to the WiFi menu on the Panel (only available on single
    partition system – multi-partition only configurable by Master).
  • Added a toggle to allow a User Code to delete Panel camera images.
  • Added a new option on the Add/Edit sensor menu for the Panel chime to function on open, closing or both.
  • Reinstated the ability to enable/disable life safety trouble beeps where desired. Refer to local guidelines.
  • Additional options for Keyswitch (arm only) have been added.
  • Added improved Power Management notifications on the Panel and to Alarm.com:
  • AC under and over voltage notifications on Panel and to Alarm.com as an AC trouble condition.
  • Added additional battery trouble indication while AC is present.
  • Added support for PowerG+ PIRCam (PGPx934P)
  • Added a new programming option for Engineer Reset – Tamper. Used in EN Grade2 systems & in Belgium.
  • KP241 keypads can now control Manual Command Output of IQ Hardwire PowerG PGM’s (PG9WLSHW8/ PG9HRDW8).

Fixes/Improvements:

  • Corrected an issue where group 61/62 was not sending alarms/restorals to the CMS properly.
  • Removed the ability to utilize Group 50 (Temp reporting CMS) refer to TSB #240515.
  • Updated the Power Down warning message.
  • Updated EULA.
  • Addressed a potential issue where in rare situations the panel UI could experience delay in responding to touch events.
  • Various bugs fixes and improvements.

Update Instructions:

Compatibility Note: Your IQ Panel must be on software version 4.4.0 or higher and connected to WiFi to install this updated wirelessly. For any Panels below 4.4.0, update to 4.4.0 first via steps above.

  1. Swipe down from the top of the screen and touch “Settings"
  2. Touch “Advanced Settings”
  3. Enter a valid installer code (default is 1111)
  4. Touch “Upgrade Software”
  5. Touch “Patch Tag” and enter the patch iqpanel4.5.0 then touch OK
  6. Touch “Upgrade Using Network” (Panel must be connected to Wi-Fi). Update will download and install
  7. Once complete touch “OK” to reboot the Panel. DO NOT TOUCH THE SCREEN. The update process will take approximately 5 minutes. After the Panel reboots the home screen will appear and the LED will turn green.
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