TP-Link Tapo TC40 User manual

User Guide

Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera

Contents

About This Guide ···········································································1

Introduction ······················································································ 2

Appearance ······················································································3

Set Up Your Camera·····································································5

Set Up Using Amazon Frustration-Free Setup·············· 6

Install a microSD Card······························································10

Mount Your Camera··································································· 11

Install Waterproof Items··························································14

How to Reset Your Camera ··················································· 15

Authentication··············································································16

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to the Outdoor Pan/Tilt 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 reect your actual Tapo Camera 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

• Specications 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/.

• The setup video can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#cloud-cameras.

Introduction

Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera is a full-featured weatherproof security camera that you can access from anywhere. Receive instant

notications and check feeds when the motion is detected. Moreover, the automatic siren system will trigger light and sound to frighten away unwanted

visitors after the camera detects motion.

Day or night, rain or shine, the Tapo camera protects what you love most.

• Smart Motion Tracking – Tracks and follows a subject smartly, keeping it within the camera’s eld of view.

• 1080p Full HD Live View – Reveals sharp images and vivid details.

• Patrol Mode – Keep the camera cruise between two customized points for dynamic monitoring.

• Person Detection – Noties you when a person is detected.

• Local* and Cloud** Storage – Save recorded videos to an installed microSD card (up to 512 GB)*, or use Tapo Care** cloud storage service.

*microSD card must be purchased separately.

**Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/

• IP65 Weatherproof – Oers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios.

• Customizable Sound Alarm – Record your own audio as an alarm to extend your usage.

• Night Vision (up to 98 ft) – Ensure your safety by providing a clear visual distance of up to 98 ft even in total darkness.

• Two-Way Audio – Communicate remotely with a delivery person in real time.

• Multiple Installation Options – Use the mounting screws, template and loops* to install on any wall, ceiling or pole for the perfect view.

*Mounting loops purchased separately.

• Physical Privacy Mode – Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.

Appearance

7 8

microSD

Loosen the screws. While the camera is powered on,

use a pin to press and hold the RESET button for at

least 5 seconds until the System LED blinks red.

Loosen the screws and insert a microSD card*.

Initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording.

*microSD card not included.

Used to connect to a

12V DC power adapter

3Lens

4System LED

Microphone

1IR LEDs 7Speaker

8DC Power Connector

5Reset

6microSD Card Slot

System LED Indication

Blinking red and green

Blinking red slowly

Solid amber

Blinking red quickly

Solid red

Solid green

Blinking green quickly

Starting up

Connected to the cloud

Ready for setup

Connecting to Wi-Fi

Connected to Wi-Fi

Camera resetting

Camera updating

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.

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 Camera

Tap the button in the app and select your

model. Follow app instructions to complete

the setup.

Set Up Using Amazon Frustration-Free Setup

Note: Amazon Frustration-Free Setup is only available for Tapo C500. TC40 doesn't support 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, conrm 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

LED Status

Blinking red and green Ready for setup

Blinking amber FFS setup in progress

Solid green Working properly

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. )

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

Games.

How to use Amazon Frustration-Free Setup with Tapo devices

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

3. Tap the ENABLE TO USE button. 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.

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