TP-Link Tapo Smart Floodlight Camera

Quick Start Guide

Before You Start

WARNING: Risk of Electric Shocks

Download the Tapo app:

✔ App Store OR ►►Google Play

*Images may differ from actual products.

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01 / Mounting Options

If you are unfamiliar with basic electrical wiring, please consult a licensed electrician.

NOTICE:

You can mount your smart floodlight camera vertically on a wall or overhang under an eave. Make sure the area has a strong Wi-Fi signal.

Recommended Mounting Height: 2.5-3 m (8-10 ft) above the ground

For Wall Mount

Ensure the UP arrow on the bracket points up.

For Eave Mount

Point the UP arrow on the bracket towards your house.

Wall Mount: [Image of wall mount installation with bracket and screws]

Eave Mount: [Image of eave mount installation with bracket and screws]

02 / Connect Wires and Install Floodlight Camera

*Wire colors vary by region. If you are unfamiliar with basic electrical wiring, please consult a licensed electrician.

*You can insert a microSD card for local recording before installation following the guidance on the back.

Option 1: Install on an existing junction box

The floodlight camera can be mounted on a junction box on a wall or under an eave.

Required Accessories: Mounting Plate + Plate Screws x2, Mounting Bracket, Bracket Screw, Camera Screws x2 + Screw Caps ×2

  1. Turn off the circuit breaker. Make sure the power is off by turning your light on and off a few times. ▲ Take care to avoid electric shocks.
  2. Remove the existing floodlight camera and disconnect wires from the junction box.
  3. Choose a pair of plate screws based on your junction box. Install the mounting plate to the junction box.
  4. Cover the Ground wire (usually green/green and yellow) with a wire nut or insulating tape. Route the Neutral wire (usually white/blue) and the Line wire (usually black/brown/red) through the bracket.
    Note: To identify wire colors, you can refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3474/
  5. Connect the Neutral and Line wires (recommended strip length: 10-15 mm [0.4-0.6 in.]) to the silicone holes in the bracket. Secure the wires with a slotted screwdriver.
    L (Line) N (Neutral)
    Note: Do not expose stripped wires outside the waterproof silicone holes. When the wires are too short, stiff, or soft to connect, you can refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3883/
  6. Hide the wires in the junction box. Attach the bracket to the mounting plate on the junction box with the bracket screw.
  7. Insert the camera screws into the screw holes. Align the mounting posts on the bracket with the holes on the floodlight camera. Tighten the camera screws in the screw holes to secure the floodlight camera to the bracket. Insert the screw caps into the screw holes.
  8. Apply waterproof glue between the Tapo device and the wall. Adjust the camera and light position to the desired angles.
  9. Turn on the circuit breaker. Wait until the System LED blinks red and green for setup.
    Note: Floodlights are auto-on in darkness upon power-up. Avoid direct eye contact at close range to prevent eye injury.

Option 2: Install with existing electrical wires

Install where the Neutral wire and Line wire are available.

Required Accessories: Mounting Template, Anchors x2 + Mounting Screws ×2, Mounting Bracket, Camera Screws x2 + Screw Caps x2

  1. Turn off the circuit breaker. Make sure the power is off by turning your light on and off a few times. ▲ Take care to avoid electric shocks.
  2. Route the wires through the mounting template and place the template. Drill two holes where indicated.
  3. Insert two wall anchors into the holes. Route the wires through the mounting bracket. Use the screws to affix the bracket over the anchors.
  4. Cover the Ground wire (usually green/green and yellow) with a wire nut or insulating tape.
    Note: To identify wire colors, you can refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3474/
  5. Connect the Neutral (usually white/blue) and the Line (usually black/brown/red) wires (recommended strip length: 10-15 mm [0.4-0.6 in.]) to the silicone holes in the bracket. Secure the wires with a slotted screwdriver.
    L (Line) N (Neutral)
    Note: Do not expose stripped wires outside the waterproof silicone holes. When the wires are too short, stiff, or soft to connect, you can refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3883/
  6. Hide the wires in the bracket. Insert the camera screws into the screw holes. Align the mounting posts on the bracket with the holes on the floodlight camera. Tighten the camera screws in the screw holes to secure the floodlight camera to the bracket. Insert the screw caps into the screw holes.
  7. Apply waterproof glue between the Tapo device and the wall. Adjust the camera and light position to the desired angles.
  8. Turn on the circuit breaker. Wait until the System LED blinks red and green for setup.
    Note: Floodlights are auto-on in darkness upon power-up. Avoid direct eye contact at close range to prevent eye injury.

03 / Set Up Floodlight Camera

1. DOWNLOAD APP

Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play. Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don't have an account, create one first.

Download on the App Store OR GET IT ON Google Play

2. SET UP CAMERA

Tap the button > Add Device in the app and select your model. Follow the app instructions to set up your floodlight camera.

Appearance

Front:

Side:

Button Explanation

RESET Button: While the camera is powered on, press and hold the RESET button for at least 5 seconds until the System LED blinks red. The camera will reset and reboot.

microSD Card Slot: Loosen the screws and insert a microSD card. Initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording. *microSD card not included

System LED Indication

System LED Indication
Solid red Starting up
Blinking red and green Ready for setup
Blinking red slowly Connecting to Wi-Fi
Solid amber Connected to Wi-Fi
Solid green Connected to TP-Link cloud server
Blinking red quickly Camera resetting
Blinking green quickly Camera updating

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: How can I identify the wires?

A: Wire colors vary by region. The Neutral wire is usually white/blue, while the Line wire is usually black/brown/red. You can refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3474/ for detailed information. If you are unfamiliar with basic electrical wiring, please consult a licensed electrician.

Q2: What can I do if my floodlight camera cannot power on after wiring?

A1: Make sure you have turned on the circuit breaker.
A2: Check if the System LED is on. If it is off, turn off the circuit breaker and check the wiring.
A3: Refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3475/ for detailed instructions.

Q3: What if there is no existing junction box or electrical wires?

A: Floodlight cameras require high power supply and should be installed in a location with a weatherproof junction box or electrical wires. If you do not have a current energy source or are uncomfortable dealing with electrical wiring, have an expert electrician do the job.

Safety Information

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. TP-Link cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU) 2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tapo.com/en/support/ce/

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tapo.com/support/ukca/

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