Here is where you will find firmware release information, patch notes, and steps on how to update the IQ Panel 5, IQ5 Hub, and IQ5 NS firmware. You can subscribe to this thread to stay updated on when new firmware is available.
IQ Panel 5/IQ5 HUB/IQ5 NS - 5.0.2 SOFTWARE UPDATE - RELEASE NOTES
TSB #: 260506
DATE: 05/06/26
Fixes/Improvements:
- Fixed an issue where the siren might keep sounding during a Panel Test
- Improved the connection process performance for IQ Installer with IQ5 family
- Resolved a problem where the panel could reboot while writing to the health memory
- Updated calibration for touchscreen sensitivity
- Modified supervision protocols for the new PGP Heat Detectors (PGP9979, PGP8979)
- Fixed certain rules on PGMs when using W2W (PGxHRDW8, PGxWLSHW8) or IOG (PGP-IOx) that were not working correctly.
Update Instructions:
Compatibility Note: Your IQ Panel must be on software version 5.0.1 or higher and connected to WiFi to install this updated wirelessly.
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 iqpanel5.0.2 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.
IQ Panel 5/IQ5 HUB/IQ5 NS - 5.0.3 SOFTWARE UPDATE - RELEASE NOTES
TSB #: 260710
DATE: 07/10/26
Fixes/Improvements:
- Further touch controller calibration adjustments
- IQ Remote PG new memory source compatibility (July 2026)
Update Instructions:
Compatibility Note: Your IQ Panel must be on software version 5.0.1 or higher and connected to WiFi to install this updated wirelessly.
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 iqpanel5.0.3 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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IQ Panel 5/IQ5 HUB/IQ5 NS - 5.1.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE - RELEASE NOTES
TSB #: 260817
DATE: 08/17/26
New Features:
- Added Arming Photos feature. IQ Panel 5 can now take a picture on Arming, in addition to Disarming
- WPA3 Wi-Fi security networks are now supported
- Added support for Levven lighting control
- Brilliant NextGen Smart Home integration. Control IQ5 security (arm, disarm, etc) from the Brilliant’s inwall Smart Home Control
- Ability to provision Matter Wi-Fi lights with Alarm.com
- PowerG Automation devices (lights, plugs & locks) are now included in PowerG+ Dealer Lockdown feature
- Added the ability for IQ5 panels to function as Broadband / Wi-Fi only (cell trouble can be disabled)
- Added support on Alarm.com for setting IQ Lock PG relock timer remotely
- Photoframe Screensaver now supports GIF Video
- Added 2 new clocks to Photoframe Screensaver (Digital & Analog)
- Ability to disable the power button (EU Requirement)
- Added the option to have a 90 second siren timeout (Italian requirement)
- Increased maximum allowable “Other Z-Wave Devices” to 40
- Added a setting to allow the panel to send E150 Auxiliary alarm signals to CMS for touchscreen panics
- Added support for double press PowerG panics to send Verified Panic to CMS (EN Grade2)
- Added support for ADC analytic notifications and chime (TTS only, Chime only or Both)
- Added support for redownloading Panel help videos
- Support has been added for adding and deleting PowerG prox tags within the Alarm.com Partner Portal
- Implemented Z-Wave LR as the Default Z-Wave setting on new installs
- Added ability to search by Name or ID when editing or deleting sensors or automation devices
- Adjusted MMH auto install interval from 14 to 2 days (post update after 5.1.0)
- Added support for Czech and Portuguese (Brazil)
- Added support for the following 24 Hour emergency / environmental sensor groups:
- Group 18 - 24 Hour Bell/Buzzer
- Group 23 - 24 Hour Supervisory
- Group 24 - 24 Hour Supervisory Buzzer
- Group 27 - 24 Hour Fire Supervisory
- Group 40 - 24 Hour Gas
- Group 48 - 24 Hour Sprinkler
Fixes/Improvements:
- Improved packet detection for legacy 345MHz & 433MHz SRF devices
- Added support for the new PGP9973 CO (not yet released), including one sound all sound
- Added support for ADC sending restorals to CMS on all PG panic buttons (groups 0-7) Corrected an issue where sensors programmed as group 25 could annunciate device status randomly
- Corrected an issue where “Other Z-Wave Devices” were being checked by the system health check
- Cellular improvements
- Update to Z-Wave controller firmware & improvements to the SmartStart process
- About screen usability improvements and additional information
- Sensor Test now shows when the sensor was added
- Zigbee device support equivalent to IQ Panel 4 family
- New history log event for when Dealer/Installer enters or exits programming
- New battery graphic displayed if Panel is charging the battery before booting
Update Instructions:
Compatibility Note: Your IQ Panel must be on software version 5.0.1 or higher and connected to WiFi to install this updated wirelessly.
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 iqpanel5.1.0 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 10 minutes. After the Panel reboots the home screen will appear and the LED will turn green.