For decades, professionally installed home alarm systems relied on hardwired PIR and dual-technology motion detectors connected back to a central alarm panel using 22/4 cable. These systems remain extremely reliable, but the sensors themselves are often visually dated and limited to basic motion detection.
IntrusionIQ™ changes that—without requiring new cable runs.
Re-Using the Existing 22/4 Motion Wire
In most homes, legacy motion detectors are wired with 22/4 solid conductor cable that provides both power and signaling back to the alarm panel. When retrofitting with IntrusionIQ, that same cable can be repurposed:
- Two conductors are reused solely as a low-voltage DC power feed
- No signaling conductors are required for detection events
- No new wall fishing, attic work, or drywall repair
The original alarm panel wiring remains untouched. IntrusionIQ™ delivers alarm signals digitally to the intrusion panel using standard alarm zone logic, while detection decisions are made by on-device AI.
From Motion Detectors to Analytic Cameras
Instead of a plastic PIR mounted high in a corner, the homeowner can now install a compact, modern Wi-Fi analytic camera in the same location. These cameras are designed for residential interiors and are available in finishes and form factors that blend naturally into home décor.
The camera uses:
- Local AI analytics to determine whether a detected object is a human
- Wi-Fi connectivity for event reporting
- Low-voltage power supplied by the reused 22/4 cable
Because IntrusionIQ™ relies on AI-verified detection—not continuous video streaming—there is no requirement for video monitoring or cloud subscriptions.
No New Cables. No New Zones. No New Monthly Fees.
From the alarm panel’s perspective, nothing has changed:
- A verified alarm signal is received
- Standard burglary zones are used
- Central station workflows remain intact
From the homeowner’s perspective, everything has changed:
- Dramatically fewer false alarms
- More discreet, aesthetically pleasing devices
- Human-verified detection instead of basic motion sensing
Ideal for Residential Retrofits
This approach is particularly effective for:
- Occupied homes where new wiring is impractical
- Finished basements and multi-story residences
- High-end homes where aesthetics matter
- Existing professionally monitored alarm systems
A Modern Upgrade Path for Traditional Alarms
IntrusionIQ™ allows homeowners and integrators to modernize hardwired alarm systems using infrastructure that already exists. By re-using legacy 22/4 motion wiring strictly for power and shifting detection intelligence to AI-enabled analytic devices, the home gains enterprise-grade detection accuracy without enterprise-grade complexity.
Advanced detection in. Verified alarm signals out.
That is the IntrusionIQ™ retrofit advantage.