Overview: The Qolsys Hardwire 16-F

In this video, Jorge from Alarm Grid provides an overview of the Qolsys Hardwire 16-F. The 16-F is a wired to wireless converter created for use with a Qolsys IQ Panel 2. Really, you can use it with any wireless 319.5 MHz panel, but you will get maximum functionality by using it with a 319.5 MHz IQ Panel 2 System.

The great thing about the Qolsys Hardwire 16-F is that it allows you to use hardwired sensors with a system that otherwise wouldn't support them. The hardwired sensors connect directly with the Qolsys Hardwire 16-F module. The module will send 319.5 MHz signals to the wireless panel on the behalf of the hardwired sensors. You also need to enroll the module itself to the panel as a hardwired translator. And just like that, you can bring over your existing hardwired sensors to your new wireless system. This will work with pretty much any wireless 319.5 MHz system. This includes a 319.5 MHz IQ Panel 2 Plus and most wireless Interlogix Security Systems.

But there are a few extra advantages to using the Qolsys Hardwire 16-F with a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 System. For one, the module will use rolling code encryption when communicating with the Qolsys IQ Panel 2. This will provide some extra wireless security. Another great thing about the module is that it supports 2-wire smoke detectors at zone 16. Most wired to wireless converters will not support life-safety sensors like 2-wire smoke detectors. The Qolsys Hardwire 16-F can even be used as a wireless relay for a hardwired siren when used with a compatible Qolsys IQ Panel 2 System. This makes it easy to add a hardwired siren to the system, which is really good for users wanting to achieve a louder sound when the system goes into alarm mode.

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