TP-Link Tapo S500 User manual

User Guide

Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch

Tapo S500

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to the Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch 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 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/.

Introduction

Make your traditional lighting smart with the Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch. Turn your lights on and o with your voice, or control them from your phone.

Smarter with Sensor

• Voice Control – Manage your smart switch with simple voice commands via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Samsung Bixby.

• Remote Control – Instantly turn connected devices on/o from wherever you are through the Tapo app.

• Schedule – Preset a schedule to automatically manage devices.

• Auto-O – Automatically turns o a connected device after the device is left on for a set time.

• Away Mode – Randomly turns devices on and o at dierent times to give the appearance that someone is home.

• Easy Installation – Interchangeable Load and Line terminals guarantee hassle-free installation

• Smarter with Sensors – Create Smart Actions triggered by Tapo smart sensors for greater automation.

Appearance

On/O

Button

Restart

LED

Reset

Button Explanations

Restart

Reset

Press and hold for about 5s to reset

Wi-Fi while keeping other settings.

Press to restart your switch.

Press and hold for about 10s to restore

your switch to factory default settings.

LED Status

Starting up; disconnected

from cloud.

Solid amber

Blinking amber

Blinking green

White

Solid red

Stay green for 30s

Blinking amber & green

Connecting to Wi-Fi.

Ready for setup.

Device resetting.

Light fixture is off.

Disconnected from Wi-Fi.

Connected to Wi-Fi.

Blinking green slowly Firmware upgrading.

Wire Your Switch

Follow the steps below to wire your Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch. If you are not familiar with basic electronical wiring, please consult an electrician.

Before You Start

1. Prepare Baisc knowledge of Wiring

• Ground: Usually green or copper.

• Neutral: Usually white, not connected to the dumb switch.

• Line: Usually black and coming from the circuit breaker.

• Load: Usually black. One end is connected to the light.

Note: If you are unsure, consult a qualied electrician.

2. Prepare Your Tools

Prepare a philips and slotted screwdriver, pliers, wire strippers and a voltage detector.

3. Check Wi-Fi Strength

Make sure your switch is in a area with strong Wi-Fi signal.

Step 1. Turn O Power and Remove the Wallplate

Turn o the circuit breaker. Then remove the old wallplate of the wall

switch and label the wires.

Step 3. Label and Connect the Wires

Label the wires. Use the wire nuts to connect your smart switch to the

wall box as shown below.

Wire Your Switch

Step 2. Expose Your Switch Wiring

Remove the screws securing your old switch to the wall box. Gently

pull the switch out and disconnect wires from the old switch.

Note: No need to distinguish between Line and Load wires.

MISE EN GARDE

Risque d'électrocution - Haute tension. Débrancher l'alimentation électrique avant d'utiliser.

CAUTION

Risk of Electric Shocks - High Voltage - Disconnect power supply before servicing.

Step 4. Install Smart Light Switch

Gently fold all of the wires back into the wall box. Line up the switch

with the mounting holes. Secure it with screws.

Step 5. Attach the Wallplate and Turn on Power

Attach the wallplate and turn on the circuit breaker. Then the wiring is

nished.

Set Up Your Switch

Follow the steps below to set up your switch.

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 Switch

Tap the button in the app and select your

switch. Then follow app instructions to set up

your switch.

Home Page

This page lists all your devices you've added and you can view them

directly and manage them easily. Tap your switch to enter the Status

page.

Main Device Controls

After setting up your device successful, you will see your switch listed on the home page. You can manage it from anywhere at any time with the Tapo

app.

Status Page

You can turn on or o your device in this page. You can also congure

advanced features like Schedule, Away Mode, Timer to control your device

according to your daily rountine.

Switch Settings

On Status page, tap to enter the Device Settings page. You can

change your device name and icon, set Delayed Shut O, etc.

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