The IQ5 Hub – Qolsys is a streamlined, budget-friendly 7-inch touchscreen security and automation panel that runs on Android 14 and a Qualcomm Dragonwing processor, typically priced around $360 to $413. It delivers the core platform power of the IQ Panel 5 in a simplified hub design without a built-in panel camera.
Key Specifications
- Display: 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with 1080 × 600 resolution.
- Processor & OS: Qualcomm DragonWing quad-core processor running Android 14.
- Cellular Options: Dual-path communication available via AT&T LTE or Verizon LTE.
- Audio & Power: Features a front-facing speaker, an 85 dB piezo siren, and a 24-hour backup battery.
System Capacities
- Security Zones: Supports up to 128 PowerG+ or legacy wireless security sensors.
- Automation Devices: Supports up to 100 PowerG automation devices and 167 Z-Wave devices.
- User Codes: Supports up to 242 user codes and 4 partitions.
Connectivity & Modularity
- Wireless Tech: Built-in PowerG+ (915 MHz) for encrypted long-range communication, Z-Wave 800 Series with Long Range, and Bluetooth 5.0 + LE for touchless disarming.
- Expansion Slots: Includes two daughter card slots for optional add-ons. Slot one supports legacy RF cards (319.5 MHz, 345 MHz, or 433 MHz) for taking over existing sensors, while the second slot supports an Ethernet or Zigbee card.