TP-Link Tapo Home Security Wi-Fi Camera User Guide

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to the Home Security Wi-Fi Camera and the Tapo app, as well as regulatory information. Please note that features available in Tapo may vary by model and software version. Tapo availability may also vary by region. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual Tapo Camera experience.

Conventions

In this guide, the following convention is used:

More Info

• Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tapo.com.
• Technical Support and troubleshooting information can be found at https://www.tapo.com/support/.
• The setup video can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#cloud-cameras.

Introduction

When you are away home, there are always something you care about. This is where the smart camera functions. No matter your child is climbing the kitchen cabinet, or the pet is stealing snacks, the Home Security Wi-Fi Camera helps you stay with them anytime, anywhere.

• Always Keep an Eye on What Matters to You: Receive instant notifications and check live views when motion, a person, or a baby crying is detected. You can also set up activity zones to only monitor key areas in view.
• 2K Resolution: Provides greater sharpness and clarity.
• Customizable Block Zones: Set customizable block zones to keep private areas from being monitored.
• Alarm System: Triggers sound alarms to frighten away unwanted visitors.
• Night Vision up to 30 ft: Provides a visual distance of up to 30 ft in total darkness.
• Two-Way Audio: Communicate in real time through a built-in microphone and speaker.
• Sharing: Share adorable and amusing moments with loved ones.
• Local* & Cloud** Storage: Save recorded videos to a microSD card (up to 512GB)* or by using Tapo Care** cloud storage services.
  *microSD card purchased separately.
  **Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/
• Activity Zones: Set up your own activity zones to only receive alerts that matter.
• Easy Setup: Follow in-app instructions to easily set up within minutes.

Appearance

The Home Security Wi-Fi Camera has a system LED that changes color according to its status, an alert light, lens, microphone, DC power port, RESET button and a microSD card slot. Refer below for details.

Set Up Your Camera

Follow the steps below to get started with your new camera.

Step 1. Download Tapo App

Get the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play, or by scanning the QR code below.

[App Store download button] [Google Play download button]

OR

[QR Code image placeholder]

Step 2. Log In

Open the app, and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don't have an account, create one first.

[Screenshot of Tapo app login screen]

Step 3. Add Your Camera

Tap the + button > Add Device in the app and search for your model. Follow app instructions to complete the setup.

[Screenshot of Tapo app 'Add Device' screen]

Set Up Using Amazon Frustration-Free Setup

What is Amazon Frustration-Free Setup?

Amazon Frustration-Free Setup can help connect and set up Tapo smart devices in fewer steps, without having to remember and re-enter your Wi-Fi password on each device.

To use this feature, confirm the following:

• The new Tapo device supports Amazon FFS.
• The new Tapo device is purchased from Amazon.
• You have an Amazon FFS enabled Alexa device or router.
• You have saved your Wi-Fi information to Amazon by using Alexa echo.
• Your Tapo device and router are on the same network as your Alexa echo.

LED Indications during Amazon Frustration-Free Setup

If the LED does not turn solid green after a long time, you can try to add the Tapo device manually. (Press the Reset button on your Tapo device once. Then open the Tapo app, tap the + button on the page, select your device model, and follow the app instructions.)

How to use Amazon Frustration-Free Setup with Tapo devices

Step 1. Open the Amazon Alexa app. Then tap More and select Skills & Games.

[Screenshot of Alexa app menu showing 'More' and 'Skills & Games']

Step 2. Enter Tapo in the search bar and choose Tapo.

[Screenshot of Alexa app search results for 'Tapo']

Step 3. Tap the ENABLE TO USE button.

[Screenshot of Tapo skill page in Alexa app with 'ENABLE TO USE' button]

Step 4. Log in with your TP-Link ID that has bound to your Tapo device, and tap Authorize. After authorized successfully, the message Tapo has been successfully linked will come up.

[Screenshots of TP-Link login and authorization screens within Alexa app]

Step 5. Plug in your Tapo device and the setup will complete automatically in two minutes.

For setting up more Tapo devices, just plug in and enjoy!

Done!

If this device displays on the Home page in the Tapo app, it indicates this device has been successfully associated with your Amazon account and joined your Wi-Fi network automatically.

If this device does not display on the Home page in the Tapo app, try setting it up manually. (Tap the + button on the page, select your device model, and then follow the app instructions.)

Mount Your Camera

When you finish adding your camera in the Tapo app, you can set it on a table or shelf. You can also mount it using the provided anchors and screws. Follow the steps below to mount your new camera.

1. Mark Position

Place the mounting template where you want the camera. For wall mounting, drill two holes through two circles.

[Diagram showing drilling template with dimensions: Ф=6 mm (15/64 in.)]

2. Affix Screws

Affix two mounting screws with the help of the mounting template. For wall mounting, insert two anchors into holes and screw the screws into the anchors.

[Diagram showing screws, anchors, and screwdriver]

3. Secure Camera

Hang your camera on the screws.

Size of screws:

[Diagram showing screw dimensions: 2#, 6.8 mm, 1.8±0.1, 30±0.5, 3.5±0.1]

Authentication

FCC Compliance Information Statement

Product Name: Home Security Wi-Fi Camera

Model Number: Tapo C110

Responsible Party: TP-Link USA Corporation

Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618

Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/

Tel: +1 626 333 0234

Fax: +1 909 527 6804

E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

"To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter."

We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.

FCC compliance information statement

Product Name: I.T.E. Power Supply

Model Number: T090060-2B1

Responsible Party: TP-Link USA Corporation

Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618

Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/

Tel: +1 626 333 0234

Fax: +1 909 527 6804

E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com

Issue Date: 2023-12-12

CE Mark Warning

[CE logo]

This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power)

2412MHz–2472MHz (20dBm)

EU Declaration of Conformity

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/.

RF Exposure Information

This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.

The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.

Restricted to indoor use.

UKCA Mark

[UKCA logo]

UK Declaration of Conformity

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/.

Canadian Compliance Statement

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

(French translation of the above statement)

Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

(French translation of the above statement)

Industry Canada Statement

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Korea Warning Statements:

당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음. (This wireless equipment may cause radio interference during operation.)

NCC Notice & BSMI Notice

[Chinese text regarding frequency changes, interference, safety]

安全諮詢及注意事項 (Safety Consultation and Precautions)

• Please use the original power adapter or only use the power type specified for this product.
• Please unplug the power cord before cleaning the product. Do not use liquid, spray cleaners, or a damp cloth for cleaning.
• Be careful of moisture; do not spill water or other liquids on the product.
• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation and prevent overheating. Do not block or cover the openings.
• Do not place the product near heat sources. Unless there is normal ventilation, do not place it in a confined space.
• Do not open the casing or attempt to repair it yourself. If the product is faulty, please contact the manufacturer or agent.

限用物質含有情況標示聲明書 (Statement on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

Notes:

1. Exceeding 0.1 wt % and exceeding 0.01 wt % indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition.

2. ○ indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.

3. - indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

[Ukrainian text: Product is certified according to the rules of the UkrSEPRO system for compliance with the requirements of regulatory documents and requirements provided for by the current legislative acts of Ukraine.]

[EAC logo]

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
• For indoor use only.
• 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 expose to heavy rain or any type of moisture.
• 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 use this product near water for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
• The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust or high temperature and vibration.
• This product should not be exposed to direct sunlight
• 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.
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C ~ 40 °C (32 °F ~ 104 °F)

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We 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.

Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Note: The product label is on the bottom of the product and its power supply. Symbols may vary from products.