Manage Zigbee devices on IQ panels
Alarm.com has enabled use with Zigbee lighting devices with compatible IQ panels. These devices allow for a wider variety of possible home automation offerings, as well as a faster communication protocol. Zigbee lighting devices can be enrolled using the panel and controlled using the Alarm.com customer website or Alarm.com app.
Requirements
- A compatible IQ panel:
- IQ Panel 5/IQ5 Hub/IQ5 NS on any software version
- IQ Panel 4/IQ4 Hub/IQ4 NS software version 4.2.0+
- Zigbee daughter card (QC000E-840) installed in the panel
- A supported Zigbee device
Compatible Zigbee devices
Alarm.com supported Zigbee devices
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Manage Zigbee devices on the IQ panel
IQ Panel 5/IQ5 Hub and IQ Panel 4/IQ4 Hub can manage Zigbee devices locally at the panel.
To manage Zigbee devices locally on the IQ5 NS or IQ4 NS, refer to the manufacturer.
To request a device status using the panel:
- From the home screen, swipe to the left or right to reach the Lights screen.
- Tap the desired device(s).
- Tap Get Status.
Limitations to Zigbee devices
While Zigbee devices offer similar functionality to Z-Wave devices using the IQ Panel 4, some major differences include:
- Zigbee devices are compatible with rules created using the New Rules Builder. For more information about the New Rules Builder, see New Rules Builder Overview.
- Zigbee devices do not report malfunctions to Alarm.com. Network Rediscoveries will not include Zigbee devices.