Tapo Indoor/Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera User Guide

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to the Indoor/Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera and the Tapo app, as well as regulatory information. Features may vary by model and software version, and availability may vary by region. Images, steps, and descriptions are examples and may not reflect your actual experience.

Conventions

Blue text: Key information, including management page text, menus, items, and buttons.

Underlined blue text: Hyperlinks. Clicking redirects to a website.

Note: Ignoring notes may result in malfunction or damage to the device.

More Info

• Specifications: https://www.tapo.com
• Technical Support and Troubleshooting: https://www.tapo.com/support/

Introduction

The Indoor/Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera enhances your home security anytime, anywhere. Enjoy flexible placement indoors or outdoors with all-round protection and a 1080p full HD live view, displaying vivid colors even at night.

• Motion Detection and Tracking: The camera automatically follows detected motion.
• Color Night Vision with Spotlights: Reveals high-fidelity details and color at night using embedded spotlights.
• IP65 Weatherproof: Performs well in harsh environments (rain and dust), ideal for indoor/outdoor use.
• Compact Design for Multiple Installation Methods: Can be placed upright or upside down, on a desk, hung on a wall, mounted on the ceiling, or held by a rod.
• Smart AI Detection: Identifies people and detects crying babies, notifying users as needed.
• Customizable Block Zones: Set zones to prevent monitoring of private areas.
• Local* and Cloud** Storage: Save recorded videos to a microSD card (up to 512 GB)* or via Tapo Care** cloud storage services. (*microSD card purchased separately. **Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/)
• Two-Way Audio: Communicate in real time via built-in microphone and speaker.
• Activity Zones: Set custom activity zones to receive relevant alerts only.

Appearance

Front

• 1 System LED
• 2 Lens
• 3 Microphone
• 4 IR LED
• 5 White Light LED

*Rotate the camera body up and open the silicone cover to find the reset button and microSD card slot.

Back

• 6 Reset Button:
  - Press and hold for 5s with a pin: Reset Wi-Fi settings.
  - Press and hold for 10s with a pin: Reset to factory settings.
• 7 microSD Card Slot: Insert a microSD card (not included) and initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording.
• 8 Speaker
• 9 USB Type-C Power Port

System LED Indication

Set Up Your Camera

Step 1. Download Tapo App

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

[App Store Download Button] [Google Play Download Button]

[QR Code Image]

Step 2. Log In

Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. Create one if you don't have an account.

[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 the app instructions to complete setup.

[Screenshot of Tapo App Add Device Screen]

Set Up Using Amazon Frustration-Free Setup

Note: TCW30 does not support Amazon Frustration-Free Setup.

What is Amazon Frustration-Free Setup?

Amazon Frustration-Free Setup (FFS) helps connect and set up Tapo smart devices with fewer steps, eliminating the need to remember and re-enter Wi-Fi passwords.

To use this feature, confirm:

• The Tapo device supports Amazon FFS.
• The Tapo device was purchased from Amazon.
• You have an Amazon FFS-enabled Alexa device or router.
• You have saved your Wi-Fi information to Amazon 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, try adding the Tapo device manually: Press the Reset button on your Tapo device once, then open the Tapo app, tap the [+] button, select your device model, and follow the app instructions.

How to use Amazon Frustration-Free Setup with Tapo devices

1. Open the Amazon Alexa app. Tap More, then select Skills & Games.
2. Enter "Tapo" in the search bar and choose Tapo.

[Screenshot of Alexa App Skills & Games Menu] [Screenshot of Alexa App Search Results for Tapo]

3. Tap the ENABLE TO USE button.
4. Log in with your TP-Link ID that is bound to your Tapo device, and tap Authorize. A message confirming the successful link will appear.

[Screenshot of Tapo Skill Enablement] [Screenshots of TP-Link ID Login and Authorization]

Start By Saying:

• "Alexa, turn on my bedroom lamp."
• "Alexa, turn off living room fan."

Install a microSD Card

Follow the steps below to install the microSD card for local recording.

Navigate to Camera Settings > microSD Card in the Tapo app to check the card status or format your card.

1. Manually rotate the camera body up and open the silicone cover to find the reset button and microSD card slot.
2. Identify the direction of the microSD card and carefully insert it into the slot. Push until you hear a clicking sound.

[Diagram showing camera front with numbered parts] [Diagram showing camera back with reset button and microSD slot indicated]

Mount Your Camera

After adding your camera to the Tapo app, you can place it on a table or shelf. You can also mount it on a wall or ceiling using the provided mounting template and screws, or mount it on a pole with a mounting loop (not included).

Option 1: Wall Mount

1. Drill Holes: Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill two screw holes according to the template. (Hole diameter: 6 mm / 15/64 in.)
2. Route the Power Cord: Route the power cord through the opening at the bracket's bend.
3. Install the Bracket: Insert two anchors into the holes and use the screws to affix the bracket. Plug the Type-C connector into the camera base.
4. Secure the Camera: Align the snap-fit and slide the camera base onto the bracket from the inside outward until it clicks securely into place.

[Diagram illustrating wall mounting steps]

Option 2: Ceiling Mount

1. Drill Holes: Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill three screw holes according to the template. (Hole diameter: 6 mm / 15/64 in.)
2. Route the Power Cord: Route the power cord through the opening at the bracket's bend.
3. Install the Bracket: Insert three anchors into the holes and use the screws to affix the bracket. Plug the Type-C connector into the camera base.
4. Secure the Camera: Align the snap-fit and slide the camera base onto the bracket from the inside outward until it clicks securely into place.

[Diagram illustrating ceiling mounting steps]

Option 3: Pole Mount

1. Route the Power Cord: Route the power cord through the opening at the bracket's bend.
2. Install the Bracket: Mount the bracket on the pole using one pole-mounting loop* (loop width ≤ 12 mm).
3. Secure the Camera: Plug the Type-C connector into the camera base. Align the snap-fit and slide the camera base onto the bracket from the inside outward until it clicks securely into place.

*Pole-mounting Loop (not included)

[Diagram illustrating pole mounting steps]

How to Reset Your Camera

Follow the steps below to reset your camera using the Reset button.

Alternatively, go to Camera Settings in the Tapo app and tap Remove Device to factory reset your camera.

1. Manually rotate the camera body up and open the silicone cover to find the reset button.
2. Press and hold the RESET button to reset the camera:
   
   • Press and hold for 5s (LED blinks red slowly): Reset Wi-Fi settings only.
   • Press and hold for 10s (LED blinks red quickly): Reset to factory settings.

[Diagram showing camera front and back with reset button indicated]

Authentication

FCC Compliance Information Statement

FC

Product Name: Indoor/Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera

Model Number: Tapo C206 Tapo C216 Tapo C236 Tapo C217 Tapo C207 TC30 TCW30 TC31

Responsible Party: TP-Link Systems Inc.

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 causes 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."

TP-Link Systems Inc. has determined that the equipment shown has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. No unauthorized changes have been made to the equipment, and it is properly maintained and operated.

Issue Date: 2025-02-17

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.

L'émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

1. L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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.

Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.

Industry Canada Statement: CAN ICES-003 (B)/NMB-003(B)

CE Mark Warning

CE

OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power): 2412MHz–2472MHz (20dBm)

EU Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link declares that the device complies 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 used at 20 cm from your body.

UKCA Mark

UK CA

UK Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link declares that the device complies 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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Korea Warning Statements: 당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.

NCC Notice & BSMI Notice

注意!

取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材,非經核准,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。

前述合法通信,指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。

低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

為避免本器材影像畫面遭偷窺或擷取,本器材使用者應先修改預設密碼,並定期更新密碼。

安全諮詢及注意事項

• 請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
• 清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
• 注意防潮,請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。
• 插槽與開口供通風使用,以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱,請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。
• 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風,否則不可放在密閉位置中。
• 不要私自拆開機殼或自行維修,如產品有故障請與原廠或代理商聯繫。
• 電源供應器应使用在环境温度低於或等於40℃的室內。

限用物質含有情況標示聲明書

設備名稱: 戶外旋轉式防護 WiFi 攝影機 (Equipment name: Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera)

型號(型式): Tapo C206 (Type designation: Tapo C206)

備考 1: 〝超出 0.1 wt %〞及〝超出 0.01 wt%′係指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量基準值 (Note 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.)

備考 2: 〝○〞係指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值 (Note 2: "○" indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.)

備考 3: 〝-〞係指該項限用物質為排除項目 (Note 3: The "-" indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.)

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Safety Information

• Do not use a 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.
• The adapter shall be easily accessible.
• Use only power supplies provided by the manufacturer in the original packing. Contact us if you have questions.
• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
• Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product.
• Do not use the product if the casing is broken (risk of electric shock).
• Never touch the product with wet hands.
• Do not place near automatically controlled devices like fire alarms, as radio waves emitted from this product may cause malfunction.
• Observe restrictions on using wireless products in fuel depots, chemical plants, or during blasting operations.
• Do not use liquid to clean the product; use a dry cloth only.
• Never put metal objects inside the product. If a metal object enters, turn off the circuit breaker and contact an authorized electrician.
• This product is not intended for use during medical care. Consult the manufacturer of personal medical devices (e.g., pacemakers, hearing aids) to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy.
• Do not use this product in health care facilities, as equipment there may be sensitive to external RF energy.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
• When leaving the product unused for a long time, unplug it from the power outlet.
• This product may interfere with other electronic products like TVs, radios, computers, or phones.
• The adapter should be used indoors where the ambient temperature is 40°C or lower.
• Operating Temperature: -20°C ~ 50°C (-4°F ~ 122°F)
• It is recommended to install the camera no higher than 2 meters.

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. Use this product with care and 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.