How Do I Use SmartStart to Enroll Z-Wave on an IQ Panel 4?

To use SmartStart on the Qolsys IQ Panel 4, enter programming. Tap Menu > Settings > Advanced Settings > Enter the Installer or Dealer Code (Default 1111, or 2222 respectively) > Installation > Devices > Z-Wave Devices > SmartStart. Scan the QR Code using the panel's camera, then configure.

SmartStart is a feature that takes advantage of the Z-Wave S2 security protocol. Devices that support this feature have a QR code on their packaging. This is, in part, so that home automation vendors can pair devices with an automation controller even before the system is delivered to the end user. Once the automation hub is in place and powered, each SmartStart Z-Wave device that is installed and powered on will then automatically join the network, greatly simplifying the initial setup.

To Use SmartStart to include Z-Wave Devices, follow these steps:

1. Find the QR Code. All compatible devices will have a QR Code visible on the outside of the packaging. Many, but not all, will also have the QR code or the DSK number on the product itself. For this reason, it is important to keep the packaging until you've completed the SmartStart setup.
   
   
   
   
   
   Please Note: If you plan to use the DSK (Device Specific Key) rather than scanning the QR Code to enroll your device using SmartStart, be aware that it is a 40-digit number, as shown above, not just the first five (5) digits that are in bold.
   
   
2. Scan the QR Code. In order to support SmartStart the IQ Panel 4 takes advantage of the front-facing panel camera. Navigate to the Z-Wave Devices screen by pressing the grey bar at the top of the panel's Home screen, then tapping Settings > Advanced Settings > Entering Installer or Dealer Code (default is 1111 or 2222 respectively) > Installation > Devices > Z-Wave Devices > SmartStart. You'll see an image of whatever is in front of the panel camera. Hold the SmartStart capable Z-Wave device's packaging, or the device itself, in front of the camera so that it can capture the QR Code. The QR code needs to be inside the square you can see in the center of the camera image, but it doesn't have to be aligned perfectly.
   
   If you can't scan the QR Code, but you have a record of the device's 40-digit DSK, you can manually enter that information and achieve the same result. The DSK can be found next to the QR Code on the package. You can see an example of that in the images for Step 1 above.
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. Configure the device. Once the QR Code has been captured, or the DSK has been entered, basic information about the device will be displayed. The device type will populate automatically, and a basic device name will be provided. You can hit the dropdown next to the device name to customize it.
   
   
   
   Once you have configured the name and any other settings available (settings will vary by device) click ADD. You'll see the device listed with the status of "Not in Network". This is the provisioning list screen. All devices that are added using SmartStart will show up here. You can view the provisioning list at any time by clicking the grey menu icon at the top of the Home screen and then selecting Settings > Advanced Settings > Entering Installer or Dealer Code > Installation > Devices > Z-Wave Devices > Provisioning List. If you're adding multiple devices via SmartStart, this screen is where you can keep up with the current network inclusion status of each device.
   
   
   
   
4. Power on the device. Install and/or power on the Z-Wave Device. It's a good idea to begin physically installing devices that are closest to the IQ Panel 4, and then working your way toward the devices that are furthest from the panel. This will help to create a strong mesh network.
   
   If you're within range, you'll hear the IQ Panel 4 speak "Adding 'Device Name' to the network." Where 'Device Name' is the name you chose for the device in Step 3. If you happen to be at the panel the Network Status in the provisioning list will change to "Started". When the process is completed, the panel will speak "'Device Name' is added to the network successfully". The network status for the device in the provisioning list will change to Included. You can now control your device using the panel touchscreen and if you have an Alarm.com account that includes automation, you can create automation scenes and rules for the device.