Image Sensor (ADC-IS-300-LP) — Product Summary & Technical Specifications

The Image Sensor is a pet-immune PIR motion detector with a built-in camera designed to capture images during alarm and non-alarm motion events. Use this guide to review features, specs, compatibility, installation, testing, and troubleshooting.

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Product Features

Wireless communication to the security control panel
35 ft detection range, ~90° horizontal field of view
Configurable PIR sensitivity & pet immunity
Image capture: VGA 640×480 color (IR night vision is B&W)
Tamper detection, walk test mode & supervision
Supports up to three Image Sensors per system
UL 639 certified

Technical Specifications

Model: ADC-IS-300-LP
Power: 2× AA 1.5V Energizer Ultimate Lithium (recommended)
Operating Temp: 60°–80°F
Weight: 3.1 oz (with batteries, no mount)
Dimensions: 3.1″ H × 1.8″ W × 2.3″ D
Supervision: 100 min (sensor), 3 hr (alarm hardwire)
Range: > 400 ft open air
Color: White

Hardware Compatibility

Panel: Qolsys IQ Panel 2 with Image Sensor daughtercard installed
Not all IQ Panel 2 units ship with the daughtercard—verify and add if needed.
Two-Way Voice: Image uploads pause during active two-way sessions.
Z-Wave: IQ Panels support Image Sensors and Z-Wave devices together.

Pet Immunity

Set PIR sensitivity to Low.
Mount at 6 ft height with a 6° angle (teeth-up bracket).

Batteries

Item	Details
Battery Type	2× AA 1.5V Energizer Ultimate Lithium (UL compliant)
Expected Life	~4 years (usage and signal strength may affect life)
Voltage Thresholds	Low battery alert at ~3.05V; sensor stops below ~2.30V
Notifications	Low battery shown on panel and via platform (if subscribed)
Replacement	Slide sensor front upward off backplate, replace cells, dispose per local regulations

LED Reference, Resets & Test Mode

Quick Resets

Power cycle: remove/reinsert batteries, or quick press the reset with a paperclip (LED off ≥10s; panel not in Add mode).
Network reset: hold reset for ~10s until rapid red flash; after memory check you should see blinking yellow (panel association cleared). If still within range of an enrolled panel, delete from that system first.

PIR Activation & 3-Minute Test Mode

Settings → Advanced Settings → enter installer code
System Tests → Image Sensor Config → View (sensor)
Sensor Tests → Start PIR Test (may take up to 30s to engage)

By default the LED is off during normal motion trips; in test mode it illuminates for ~3s on motion (max every ~3 minutes while disarmed).

Tamper & Troubles

Tamper: Accelerometer triggers tamper when orientation changes; clears 5 minutes after upright/no movement, or on reset.
Trouble display: Malfunction, tamper, and low battery show on the panel and in the platform (notifications if subscribed).

Service Package Options

Images – Alarms: Uploads from panel alarm events.
Images – Limited: Alarms + first motion after disarm from Away.
Images – Plus: Alarms + disarm + non-alarm (Peek-In, Daily View), within monthly quota.

Installation — Prepare Panel

Create customer account and select a package that includes Images.
Verify the Image Sensor daughtercard is installed (run Daughter Card Test).
Power panel and run a communication test to confirm reporting.

Enroll Image Sensor (Local on IQ Panel 2)

Remove batteries from the sensor.
Settings → Advanced Settings → installer code → Installation → Devices → Security Sensors → Auto Learn Sensor.
Insert batteries; LED sequence: blinking red → solid red → blinking yellow (learn mode).
Accept the on-screen prompt to add the device.
Configure:
- Sensor Type: Image Sensors
- Sensor Name: Unique name (required)
- Chime: None
- Group: 17 (IS Away Instant Motion) by default
- Voice: Off (as desired)
Tap Add New; exit Auto-Learn. LED alternates green/yellow while syncing; solid green indicates account add is complete.
Keep panel/sensor powered to complete initialization (images upload only after init completes).
Groups available: 15, 17, 20, 25, 35 (change via Edit Sensors if needed).

Mounting & Placement

Intended Operation	Height	Angle	Bracket	Coverage
Pet Immunity	6 ft	6° (shallow)	Teeth Up	~30–35 ft
Larger Rooms	8 ft	6° (shallow)	Teeth Up	~30–35 ft
Smaller Rooms	8 ft	18° (deep)	Teeth Down	~15–20 ft

Do’s & Don’ts

Center the doorway/target in frame; aim for cross-motion, not straight-at.
Install within ~100 ft of panel when practical (site conditions vary).
Leave ≥3″ clearance above sensor for future battery swaps.
Verify RF signal strength (>40% recommended; ≥30% required).

Don’t face toward windows/strong light or reflective surfaces.
Don’t mount near metallic objects/electronics that can interfere with RF.
Don’t include walls/ceilings tight in frame for IR (avoid washout).
Indoor use only; avoid shelves/vibration-prone surfaces.

Verify & Test

Confirm Rules Confirmed status in equipment list; resend if needed.
Check RF signal strength (target >40%; must be ≥30%).
Run a walk test and request test images (PIR Test and Peek-In).
Night testing: darken room to check IR performance and avoid glare.
Note: Automatic alarm uploads are disabled for 4 hours after any new sensor is added; request manual test images during this period.

Deleting an Image Sensor

Delete the sensor from the account (panel, Partner Portal, or MobileTech).
Perform a network reset on the device (only after deletion or if out of range of its old network).

Troubleshooting

General

Verify panel module signal strength and Image Sensor RF strength.
Confirm correct service package (Images plan tier).

Enrollment Issues

Ensure sensor powers up (LED activity within ~10s of battery insert).
Clear prior network: delete from old system, then 10s network reset.

Non-Responsive

Check RF levels; move closer to panel if low; verify daughtercard antenna routing.
Install fresh lithium AA cells.

No Images Captured

Verify initialization completed and rules are confirmed; resend rules if needed.
Remember 4-hour auto-upload hold after new device add; request manual test images.

False Motion

Review environment (HVAC, sunlight, mirrors, moving heat sources).
Adjust sensor angle/aim; try Low sensitivity for pet immunity.

Need help integrating your Image Sensor with monitoring or video? Visit our Support Hub or contact True Protection.