TP-Link Tapo Quick Start Guide

01 / Set Up Your Camera

1. Download App

   Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play, and log in.

   Download on the App Store or GET IT ON Google Play

2. Power Up

   Plug in the adapter to power up your camera.

3. Set Up

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

Note: Images may differ from actual products.

The camera is not waterproof when set on a table or shelf. Mount the camera via Option 1-3 when installing outdoors.

02 / Mount Your Camera

Option 1: Wall Mount

1. Affix the Camera and Bracket

   Route the camera power cord and Ethernet cable through the opening of the bracket. Use two bracket screws to affix the bracket and camera.

2. Drill Holes

   Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill four screw holes according to the template.

   Hole spacing: 6 mm (15/64 in.)

3. Mount the Camera

   Insert four mounting anchors into the holes, then use the mounting screws to affix the camera and bracket over the anchors.

   Note: Adjust the antenna vertically for the best Wi-Fi signal.

Option 2: Overhang Mount

1. Affix the Camera and Bracket

   Route the camera power cord and Ethernet cable through the opening of the bracket. Use two bracket screws to affix the bracket and camera.

2. Drill Holes

   Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill four screw holes according to the template.

   Hole spacing: 6 mm (15/64 in.)

3. Mount the Camera

   Insert four mounting anchors into the holes, then use the mounting screws to affix the camera and bracket over the anchors.

   Note: Adjust the antenna vertically for the best Wi-Fi signal.

Option 3: Pole Mount

1. Affix the Camera and Bracket

   Route the camera power cord and Ethernet cable through the opening of the bracket. Use two bracket screws to affix the bracket and camera.

2. Mount the Camera

   Mount the camera on the pole using two pole-mounting loops* (loop width ≤ 12 mm).

   *Pole-mounting loops are not included.

   Note: Adjust the antenna vertically for the best Wi-Fi signal.

03 / Install Waterproof Accessories

1. Install the Waterproof Seal for Power Connectors

Install the waterproof seal for the power connectors.

When the Ethernet port connects to a network device:

Components: Waterproof Seal, Ring, Fix Nut, Waterproof Jacket, Male Power Connector, Female Power Connector.

When the Ethernet port does not connect to a network device:

Components: O-ring, Network Interface, Fix Nut, Waterproof Ring, Waterproof Plug, Waterproof Jacket.

2. Install Waterproof Cable Attachments

Install the waterproof cable attachments for the network interface. Make sure each part is securely attached and the waterproof rings are flush to keep out water.

For Ethernet connection:

1. Route the network cable through the following components in order: fix nut, waterproof ring, and then the waterproof jacket.
2. Insert the waterproof ring into the waterproof jacket.
3. Fix the O-ring to the network interface of the camera and connect the network cables.
4. Attach the network interface with the waterproof jacket, then twist to lock. Rotate the fix nut to secure it to the waterproof jacket.

For Wi-Fi connection (Ethernet port not used):

1. Insert the waterproof plug into the waterproof ring, then insert them into the waterproof jacket.
2. Fix the O-ring to the network interface of the camera. Attach the network interface with the waterproof jacket, then twist to lock. Rotate the fix nut to secure it to the waterproof jacket.

Appearance

Key Components:

• 1 Lens
• 2 White Light LEDs
• 3 IR LEDs
• 4 System LED
• 5 Microphone
• 6 Reset Button
• 7 microSD Card Slot
• 8 Speaker
• 9 Ethernet Port
• 10 DC Power Connector

Button Explanation

RESET Button

Open the silicone cover. While the camera is powered on, use a pin to press and hold the RESET button to reset the camera.

• Press and hold for 5 seconds: Reset Wi-Fi settings only
• Press and hold for 10 seconds: Reset to factory settings

microSD Card Slot

Open the silicone cover and insert a microSD card*. Initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording.

*microSD card not included.

Ethernet Port

Used to connect to a network device by an Ethernet cable.

System LED Indication

Safety Information

• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended by TP-Link.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Adapter shall be easily accessible.
• Use only power supplies which are provided by TP-Link and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please contact TP-Link support.
• Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
• Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product.
• Do not use the product if the casing has been broken. Danger of electric shock.
• Never touch the product with wet hands.
• Do not place near automatically controlled devices such as fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.
• Observe restrictions on using wireless products in fuel depots, chemical plants or when blasting operations are in progress.
• Do not use liquid to clean the product. Only use a dry cloth.
• Never put metal objects inside the product. If a metal object enters the product turn off the circuit breaker and contact an authorised electrician.
• This product is not intended to be used when providing medical care. Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy.
• Do not use this product in health care facilities. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
• When you leave the product unused for a long time unplug the product from the power outlet.
• This product may interfere with other electronic products such as TV, radios, personal computers, phones or other wireless devices.
• Adapter should be used indoors where the ambient temperature is lower than or equal to 40 °C.
• Operating Temperature: -30 °C ~ 60 °C (-22 °F ~ 140 °F)

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/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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