TSB #: 240619
DATE: 06/19/24
RE: IQ Panel 4/IQ4 HUB/IQ4 NS - 4.5.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE
RELEASE NOTES & UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS
Release Notes:
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 IQ4NS 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.
• Changed Dealer Branding logo requirements to 200 x 100 pixels (or less) & .jpg or .png file types.
• 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 – please review the software update instructions located at SOFTWARE DOWNLOADS - Qolsys
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