Tapo H110 Hub Quick Start Guide

Checking Your Internet Connection Status Before Using Tapo Devices - Android

Failure to follow the precautions may result in the product not functioning properly.

Before installing the Tapo device, check your home internet environment.

(Important) While connected to your home Wi-Fi router via your smartphone, check your smartphone's IP address.

How to check IP address on Android:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Tap on 'Connections'.
3. Tap on 'Wi-Fi'.
4. Under your connected network, tap on the gear icon or 'More'.
5. Look for 'IP address'. It should typically be in the format 192.168.XXX.XXX or 172.30.XXX.XXX.

If the IP address does not start with 192.168.XXX.XXX or 172.30.XXX.XXX as shown in the example screenshot, your router is not properly connected to the internet. You need to reconnect the cables.

Check the cable connections of your router. Ensure the cable from the modem or wall is connected to the router's "WAN port" or "Internet port", then check again to see if the IP address has changed.

Diagram Description: A router with multiple LAN ports and one WAN port is shown. Cables are connected to the LAN ports and the WAN port.

Checking Your Internet Connection Status Before Using Tapo Devices - iPhone

Before installing the Tapo device, check your home internet environment.

(Important) While connected to your home Wi-Fi router via your smartphone, check your smartphone's IP address.

How to check IP address on iPhone:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Tap on 'Wi-Fi'.
3. Tap the 'i' icon next to your connected Wi-Fi network.
4. Look for 'IPV4 Address'. It should typically be in the format 192.168.XXX.XXX or 172.30.XXX.XXX.

If the IP address does not start with 192.168.XXX.XXX or 172.30.XXX.XXX as shown in the example screenshot, your router is not properly connected to the internet. You need to reconnect the cables.

Check the cable connections of your router. Ensure the cable from the modem or wall is connected to the router's "WAN port" or "Internet port", then check again to see if the IP address has changed.

Diagram Description: A smartphone displaying the Wi-Fi settings screen, showing the IP address. Next to it, a router with LAN and WAN ports.

Precautions Before Using Tapo Devices

Failure to follow the precautions may result in the product not functioning properly.

1. The Tapo device must be connected to your home router.
   • Connect to a router that allows you to change the Wi-Fi name and password.
   • If you live in an apartment, the basic router provided in the ceiling may not be usable.
   • Public Wi-Fi in cafes or commercial areas cannot be used.
   • For wired hubs, connection to a carrier modem (device without an antenna) is not possible.
2. If you replace the connected router or change the Wi-Fi name and password, you must reset the device and install it again.
   • If you move the Tapo device to a different location after completing the installation, you must also reset the device and install it again.
   • The Tapo device will not function properly in locations without internet access.
3. The Tapo H110 Hub uses IR (Infrared).
   • It can only control devices that operate with infrared remote controls; it does not support RF wireless frequency communication.
4. If the hub is not functioning normally, first check the LED status.
   • Refer to the respective website for product LED status indications.
   • If you are unsure about the problem, first try unplugging the power and plugging it back in to see if it works normally.

Hub Reset Method

1. Turn on the hub's power.
2. Press and hold the oval button on the side of the hub body.
3. Check if the LED blinks rapidly in amber and white. (Do not unplug the power during this process.)

Diagram Description: An illustration of the Tapo hub with the reset button highlighted.

Setup Process

1. Connect the hub to power using a Type-C cable.
2. Search for and install the TAPO app from the Google Play Store or App Store. (Install TP-Link Tapo.)
3. Create an account. (If you already have an account, tap 'Log In'.)

   Diagram Description: Screenshots showing the Tapo app on a smartphone, including the app store listing and the account creation/login screen.

4. Enter your desired email address and proceed with the registration process. Ensure you use a valid, accessible email address. Keep your generated password and account secure.
5. Complete the verification via email. You will receive an email to activate your TP-Link ID. Log in to your email service and click the 'Register' button in the verification email.
6. Log in after verification is complete.
7. Tap the 'Add Device' button.
8. Select the device category.
9. Select your purchased hub model.
10. Check the hub's LED status and press the application button. Ensure the LED is blinking slowly in white and amber. If it's not, try connecting to a power source with a 5V/2A adapter. Keep your phone or tablet close to the Tapo device during setup.
11. The Tapo application will search for the hub.
12. Select your Wi-Fi network. Tapo devices are recommended to connect to Wi-Fi networks with passwords. Connecting to an open security Wi-Fi network may pose security risks.
13. Confirm the Wi-Fi password. If the password is incorrect, the Tapo device cannot connect to the network.
14. Name your hub.
15. Specify the hub's location.
16. Assign an icon to the hub.
17. Installation is complete! Tap 'Start'.
18. Check the firmware update information and tap 'Got it'. Smart devices are automatically updated for optimal performance. You can disable this in Device Settings > Firmware Update.
19. You can add devices to connect to the hub immediately. For detailed information on smart actions, refer to the Tapo Smart Action FAQ, Tapo Smart Action Creation Method, and Tapo Smart Action Creation Examples.

Diagram Description: A series of screenshots illustrating the app setup process, from adding a device to configuring settings and confirming completion.

Adding and Controlling Devices

1. From the app's home screen, tap on your hub (e.g., Tapo_H110).
2. Tap on 'Connected Devices'.
3. Tap on the 'IR Remote Control' menu.
4. Select the type of device you want to register. The guide uses a Samsung air conditioner as an example.
5. Search for the manufacturer of the device you are using.
6. Prepare the remote control for the device.
7. Point the remote at the hub and press a button. The Tapo app will search for the device. Ensure there are no obstructions between the Tapo hub and the remote.
8. Press a button to check if the device responds. Ensure the hub and the device are within visual range of each other. Obstructions can block the infrared signal and prevent proper operation.
9. If the device operates normally, tap 'Use this remote'.
10. Name the remote control.
11. Setup is complete! Tap 'Start'.
12. If the remote is broken or lost, you can create a new one. Tap 'I don't have a remote'.
13. Point the remote at the hub and press a button.
14. Check if the device responds to the button press.
15. Create the desired buttons using the same method.
16. Name the remote control.
17. The remote has been successfully added.

Diagram Description: Screenshots showing the process of adding an IR remote control, testing it, and confirming its addition.

Creating Smart Actions

1. From the app's bottom menu, tap 'Smart'.
2. Tap 'Add Automation'. Automations allow for automated control of your smart devices.
3. Set the conditions and actions.
   • Conditions: Define the criteria for an action to be performed (e.g., time, sensor status, motion detection).
   • If: Set up dual conditions using 'And' or 'Or' logic.
   • Actions: Specify the device and the action to be performed.
4. Once everything is set, tap 'Create'.
5. Name the automation.
6. The created smart action can be turned on or off using the toggle button.

Example: Setting up an automation to turn on the air conditioner when the temperature exceeds 33.0°C, using a Tapo temperature and humidity sensor.

Diagram Description: Screenshots illustrating the creation of a smart action, including setting conditions, actions, and naming the automation.