Quick Start Guide
Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Model: Tapo C220 (Implied from metadata)
Brand: Tapo (by TP-Link)
Important Safety Information
- Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
- Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable.
- Use only recommended chargers.
- Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
- The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible.
- Use only power supplies provided by the manufacturer in the original packing.
- For indoor use only.
- Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product.
- Do not use the product if the casing is 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 like fire alarms, as radio waves 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 only a dry cloth.
- 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 medical care. Consult manufacturers of personal medical devices (e.g., pacemakers, hearing aids) regarding RF shielding.
- Do not use this product in healthcare facilities, as they may use equipment sensitive to external RF energy.
- Do not use this product near water (e.g., bathtub, sink, wet basement, swimming pool).
- Keep the product free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.
- Do not expose the product to direct sunlight.
- Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
- Unplug the product from the power outlet when leaving it unused for a long time.
- Keep the product away from heat sources (radiators, cookers). Do not place in rooms with temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C. Avoid damp basements.
- This product may interfere with other electronic products (TVs, radios, computers, phones, other wireless devices).
Operating Temperature: 0 °C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
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. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
Declarations 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/.
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/.
Compliance Marks: CE, UKCA, EAC
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Package Contents
- Camera
- Power Adapter
- Camera Base
- Mounting Template
- Mounting Screws
- Mounting Anchors
- Quick Start Guide
Appearance
The camera features the following external components:
- Lens: The primary optical component for capturing images.
- System LED: Indicates the operational status of the camera.
- Privacy Mode Button: Used to activate or deactivate privacy mode, which hides the camera lens.
- Micro SD RESET: A button for resetting the camera or related functions.
- Micro SD Card Slot: For inserting a microSD card for local storage.
Note: Tilt the camera lens upwards to locate the RESET button and the microSD card slot.
System LED Indication
LED Status | Meaning |
---|---|
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 the cloud |
Blinking red quickly | Camera resetting |
Blinking green quickly | Camera updating |
Slot & Button Explanation
- RESET Button: While the camera is on, press and hold the RESET button for at least 5 seconds until the LED blinks red.
- microSD Card Slot: Insert a microSD card and initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording.
- Privacy Mode Button: Press the button to turn Privacy Mode on and off. When Privacy Mode is on, the camera lens is hidden.
Set Up Your Camera
STEP 1: DOWNLOAD APP
Get the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play.
[App Store] [Google Play]
[QR Code for App Download]
STEP 2: POWER UP
Plug in your camera and wait until the LED blinks red and green.
[Diagram: Camera plugged into a power source, with its LED indicator blinking red and green.]
STEP 3: SET UP
Tap the button in the app and select your model. Follow the app instructions to complete setup.
[Diagram: Screenshot of the Tapo app interface showing model selection and setup progress.]
Mount Your Camera
1. Mark Position
Place the mounting template where you want the camera. For wall mounting, drill two holes through two circles on the template.
[Diagram: Mounting template shown on a wall, with two circles indicating where to drill holes for wall mounting.]
2. Mount Base
Affix the camera base using the screws. For wall mounting, insert two anchors into the holes and use the screws to affix the camera base over the anchors.
[Diagram: Camera base being screwed into the wall with anchors inserted into the pre-drilled holes.]
3. Secure Camera
Attach the camera onto the base and rotate to secure it.
[Diagram: Camera being attached and rotated onto the mounted base until it clicks or locks into place.]
*Images may differ from actual products.