Send a Communication Test from the Qolsys IQ Panel 2

A communication test verifies that the panel’s module is properly connecting to the cellular network and sending signals to the monitoring station.

Overview

Running a communication test ensures your panel is actively connected. For the test to reach the monitoring station, make sure Manual/Auto Tests are selected as an Event to Forward in the customer’s monitoring settings.

How to Send a Communication Test

  1. Tap Settings on the panel.
  2. Tap Advanced Settings.
  3. Enter the installer code.
  4. Tap System Tests.
  5. Tap Cellular Test.
  6. Tap Start.

Once complete, the panel should display: Cellular Radio Test Started > Cellular wireless path tested successfully.

Verify the Test

To confirm the test was received, check the customer’s event history for a Panel Manual Test event.