TP-Link Tapo L920 User manual
User Guide
Tapo Smart Light Strip, Multicolor
© 2022 TP-Link 1910013210 REV1.0.1
Tapo L920
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About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to the Tapo Smart Light Strip and the Tapo app, as well as regulatory information.
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 reect your actual Tapo experience.
Conventions
In this guide, the following convention is used:
Convention Description
Blue Key information appears in blue, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on.
Underline Hyperlinks are in blue and underlined. You can click to redirect to a website.
Note Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
More Info
• Specications can be found on the product page at https://www.tapo.com.
• Our Technical Support and troubleshooting information can be found at https://www.tapo.com/support/.
• A Technical Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com.
• Setup Video can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/.
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Introduction
The Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Strip is part of the Tapo smart home family of products, including plugs, switches, cameras and more. Over 16 million
vibrant colors and 50 separate color zones are available for you to pick from and create your own scenes. Cut it to whatever length you want and attach
it to any surface with the 3M adhesive. You can light up walkways, TV setups, bookshelves, bedrooms and so much more.
Whether you use your preferred Tapo app or Smart Voice Assistant, you can control the light strip easily. With Tapo, your home is never more than a few
taps away.
• Multiple Color & Eects - Control 50 separate color zones and bring vibrant joy to your life.
• External Protection - Easy maintenance and extended lifespan thanks to PU coating.
• No Hub Required - Connect to your home’s secure Wi-Fi network. No need for a hub or extra equipment.
• Flexible Installation* - Cut it to whatever length you want and attach it to any surface with the 3M adhesive.
*Once cut, it cannot be reattached. Prevent accidental shocks by removing its power and then cutting along the strip’s indicator lines.
• Preset for Convenience - Save and preset your favorite lightings for multiple scenarios.
• Schedule & Timer - Create schedules and count plans to turn on/o with the brightness/color you set.
• Away Mode - Simulate someone being at home to frighten away unwanted visitors.
• Connect It Your Way - Use it with your smart assistant, a hub, or connect directly to the Tapo App. Control the Light Strip however you want.
• Voice Control - Use simple voice commands to control your light strip with Alexa or Google Assistant.
• Sync-to-Sound - Bounce to the beat of your favorite tunes. Coordinate the vibrant colors to your songs and ll your life with energy.
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Appearance
The Tapo Smart Light Strip includes a power adapter, a control button, a controller, and the Light Strip.
Power Adapter Control Button Light StripController
Control Button Explanation
Control Button Descriptionription
Turn On/O Press once to turn on/o the light strip.
Switch Preset Lighting
Eects
Press twice to switch preset lighting
eects.
Soft Reset
(Only reset Wi-Fi info)
Press and hold for 5s but no more than
10s, and release. The light strip will blink
orange and green.
Factory Reset
(Reset to factory settings)
Press and hold for at least 10s until the
light strip turns solid white, then blinks
orange and green.
LED Light Status
LED Status Descriptionription
Blinks orange and green Ready for setup
Blinks green and white Connecting to Wi-Fi
Blinks among several colors,
then remains solid white
Connected to Wi-Fi and TP-Link
server
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Set Up Your Light Strip
Follow the steps below to get started with your new light strip.
Step 1. Download Tapo App
Get the Tapo app from the App Store or
Google Play, or by scanning the QR code
below.
Step 2. Log In
Open the app, and log in with your TP-Link ID.
If you don't have an account, create one rst.
Step 3. Add Your Light Strip
Tap the button in the app, tap Light Strips,
and select your model.
OR
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Step 4. Connect All Parts
Connect the Power Adapter, Controller, and
the Light Strip before powering it up.
Note: Make sure the arrows on the light strip and the controller
point at each other. Otherwise, it will not be powered on.
Step 5. Power Up Light Strip
Plug in the power adapter and check the
lights.
Note: Do not roll up when using. Spread out the light strip
before connecting the power supply.
Step 6. Join Your Home Wi-Fi
Follow app instructions to add your light strip
to your home network.
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Install Your Light Strip
After you have set up the light strip via the Tapo app, you can cut it to length-t and attach it to any surface with the 3M adhesive.
To avoid damaging your light strip, please note the following Installation Tips before installing the light strip.
Cut Only On Specic Areas of Light Strip
You can custom tailor the length of your light strip with scissors.
Unplug the Light Strip and cut only on these specic areas or your
light strip will no longer function.
Avoid Bending on LED Beads
The bend should be avoided just in the position of the LED components,
so as not to damage the product and aect the life of the product.
Avoid Sharp Corners
Use gentle weeps when bending light strip around corners and
avoid creases as they may cause damage.
Avoid Sharp Turns
Carefully roll the light strip into a clover or use a gentle hill when
making 90° turns like those need behind a TV. Sharp bends can
damage your light strip.
≥90° LED
INSTALLATION
TIPS
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Step 1. Choose Location
Choose a location that avoids static and eases away from
splashing water. Find a clean, dry and smooth surface, then
wipe o the dust.
Step 2. Remove Adhesive Tape
Unplug the light strip rst. Slowly peel away the 3M adhesive
backing and take it out bit by bit.
Note: Do not peel o the tape under the adhesive backing.
Step 3. Stick Light Strip
Stick the light strip and press it down for 10-15 seconds.
Secure the controller with the adhesive pads. Do not move
it to other place after it is attached.
Step 4. Power Up Light Strip
Plug in the power adapter to power on your light strip.
INSTALL
LIGHT
STRIP
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Basic Device Control
After successfully setting up your light strip, you will see the home page of the Tapo app. Here you can view the status of all devices that you've added
and manage them. You can tap on the device to control and manage.
Home Page
You can turn on or o the light strip anytime
anywhere and tap the card to enter the status
page.
Device Status Page
You can adjust brightness and colors, start
sync-to-sound, set lighting eects, create
schedules, enable away mode, or set a timer
to automatically control your device, view its
runtime & energy usage, and more.
Device Settings Page
You can edit the basic information, set default
state, change the illuminated length, enable
gentle on/o, update rmware, and more.
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Congure Your Light Strip
You can congure your light strip by adjusting lighting settings and setting Presets, Schedule, Timer, Away Mode and more.
Power On/O At One Tap
Quickly power on or o your light strip with a
tap.
Adjust Brightness
Slide to dim your light strip with a range from
1% to 100%.
Change Color & Lighting Eect
Tap to apply the color or lighting eect.
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