And apologies, a post was created with the compatibility list attached a while ago. Here is the post.
Another thing to keep in mind is that the Zwave alarm sensors may require a rather extensive overhaul of the alarm panel/Alarm.com interface in order to register as an alarm and follow proper procedure to be forwarded to a central station, so I don’t see this ever being supported sadly.
The list of compatible devices in the post above contains those tested directly by Qolsys. I imagine the list will grow rather quickly as Qolsys puts out more software updates. One is planned for mid december, though I am unsure if this one specifically adds any Zwave compatibility.
I’ve seen that previously - it’s dated before their most recent update (September I think?), so I was hoping for expanded support, which I believe they hinted at in a press release. Will keep an eye for changes next month.
FYI I can confirm the Honeywell YTH8320ZW1007/U zwave thermostat works with the Qolsys just fine.
Will be trying a Schlage Connect deadbolt later this week…keep fingers crossed!
Does anyone know if there is a way around the 18 light limit? I’m not halfway done with my zwave setup and I just bumped into the limit. There are 5 “lights” in my kitchen alone, since it basically sees every zwave device as a light.
I was pretty surprised and disappointed to see such a low limit. Maybe I can call qolsys directly about that?
Well my memory is not completely gone it seems, as yes, the next update in fact is reported to increase the hard limit from 18 to 30. 1.4.2 will allow 30 lights and the same 18 sockets. It’s a rather arbitrary limit imposed, but Qolsys seems to be slowly ramping up what the panel can do. It will no doubt be ironed out as more firmware updates are applied and the limit will increase.
Note: This list represents Z-Wave devices that have been tested to work with the IQ Panel. Other Z-Wave devices may be compatible (just haven’t been tested yet)
Qolsys just released it's updated Z-Wave compatibility list for the software update coming out next week:
Oh, cool! I didn’t know a zwave contactor module existed. On my last Vera install, I had a standard “dumb” contactor box that was plugged into a zwave power outlet controlled by Vera - that was well over 2x the cost of that box, so I’ll have to give that a try. Handy to turn off hot water heater when you’re going to be away for weeks at a time…
Good idea on the wine thermostat.
One bit from the Vera I’m missing is the ability to record temperatures, so I could look at temp/humidity history. Handy for not just seeing sunrise/sunset patterns, but also how well the house was holding heat/cool at various times of day. Maybe ADC will add that at some point, although I realize having to poll all the systems would be a good resource load.
The contactor module is awfully interesting. I’ll have to look further into its capabilities, but I have fielded a fair amount of questions about how to control a hot tub remotely. I get the feeling the load requirements for most tubs will still exceed these ratings.
Previously I had the ELK 9200 - that’s rated for 60A and when you hear that relay “thunk” there’s no doubt about that ability. Quite solid, well built and even has a filing-cabinet lock on it.
The Intermatic box looks like 30A resistive, 25 inductive…that might get a little warm running a hot tub, depending on size…
Nice, I hadn’t looked into the Elk. It’s not an inexpensive combo for controlling one device, but appliance modules are easy to come by and if you want to get it done looks like that may be the best way to do it. Thanks
