Qolsys IQ Card-Ethernet – IQ Overview

IQ Card radio module — adds legacy sensor frequency support (319.5 MHz, 345 MHz, 433 MHz), PowerG, Zigbee, or Ethernet to compatible IQ panels. On IQ Panel systems, wireless devices are supervised zones on the panel...

Overview

IQ Card radio module — adds legacy sensor frequency support (319.5 MHz, 345 MHz, 433 MHz), PowerG, Zigbee, or Ethernet to compatible IQ panels.

On IQ Panel systems, wireless devices are supervised zones on the panel — tamper, low battery, and missing signals appear as trouble conditions that may block arming depending on panel programming.

At a Glance

SpecificationDetails
RolePanel radio/card expansion
SKUsIQ Card 319, 345, 433, PG, Zigbee, Ethernet
InstallInternal card slot — panel must support card type

What This Device Does Well

Provides reliable supervised status at the panel and Alarm.com when installed, enrolled, and range-tested correctly.

Before You Service or Replace One

  • Sensor SKUPowerG S-Line vs IQ Card legacy vs hardwire module.
  • Panel online — resolve panel AC/comms trouble before blaming sensor.
  • Rangesensor placement or add IQ Remote as repeater path where supported for distant zones.
  • Battery type — use listed cell; replace all batteries in multi-cell devices.
  • Tamper — cover fully closed before declaring hardware fault.

Official Sources

Use official Qolsys install PDFs and install guides for exact wiring, enrollment, and firmware — specifications vary by SKU and region.

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