tp-link C230I VIGI Network Camera Installation Guide

: June 10, 2024
: tp-link

Table of Contents

Mount Your Camera
More Management Methods
Safety Information
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

C230I VIGI Network Camera
Installation Guide tp-link C230I VIGI Network
Camera

Mount Your Camera

Mount your camera according to the diagrams in the Quick Start Guide included in the package.
Use Your Camera with an NVR
The camera works with an NVR for easier batch access and management. Here we use a VIGI NVR as an example. tp-link C230I VIGI Network Camera -
management

Connect your cameras to the same network as your NVR (as shown above).
Power on your cameras with the PoE power supply or an external power supply.
Note: The camera’s standard power supply is 12V DC or PoE (802.3af/at). The power source should comply with Power Source Class 2 ( PS2) or Limited Power Source(LPS) of IEC 62368-1. Some models do not support DC power supply. You can check the detailed specifications on the product page at https://www.tplink.com/.
Add your cameras with the NVR.

Before you start, make sure the NVR is working properly. Then add your camera with the NVR.

Go to the NVR management page, right click on the screen, and click Add Camera.
Select your camera and click + to add your camera directly. If you have disabled Plug & Play on your NVR, create a password or use a preset password for your camera.

Done! You can now view live video and manage cameras.
Using your cameras with other NVR brands

Power on your cameras and connect them to the network.
Activate the camera using the VIGI Security Manager or VIGI app (refer to the next section).
Refer to the NVR’s User Manual to add cameras.

More Management Methods

You can also access and manage your cameras via any of the methods below.
Method 1: Via the VIGI App
Remotely view live video, manage cameras, and get instant alerts.

Download and install the VIGI app.
https://www.tp-link.com/app/qrcode/?app=vigi
Open the VIGI app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, sign up first.
Tap the + button on the top right and follow the app instructions to activate and add your cameras.

Method 2: Via a Web Browser
Note: Some models do not support web managment. You can check the detailed specifications on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com/.
View live video and modify camera settings via a web browser.

Find the camera’s IP address on your router’s client page.
On your local computer, open a web browser and enter https://camera’s IP address (https://192.168.0.60 by default).
Select your Country/Region and Time Zone.
Set a password to activate the camera.

Done. You can view the live video on the Preview page, and go to the Settings page to change camera settings.
Method 3: Via the VIGI Security Manager (Windows only)
View live video and modify camera settings on your computer.

Download the VIGI Security Manager on your computer at https://www.tp-link.com/download-center/
Install the VIGI Security Manager and open it.
Cameras on the same network as your computer can be automatically discovered. Go to Settings > Discovered Devices, click + Add to activate your discovered cameras by setting passwords, and follow the instructions to add your cameras.

For frequently asked questions, please refer to https://www.tp- link.com/support/faq/2850/

Safety Information

Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.

For indoor camera

Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

For outdoor camera

Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
Adapter shall be easily accessible.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

Unit	Restricted substances and its chemical symbols

Lead
(Pb)| Mercury
(Hg)| Cadmium
(Cd)| Hexavalent chromium
(Cr4)| Polybrominated biphenyls
(PBB)| Polybrominated diphenyl
ethers (PBDE)
PCB| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
| | 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
| | | 0| 0| 0| 0
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.
Note 2：“○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 3：The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

TP-Link hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.
The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/en/ce.
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/support/ukca/
For TP-Link Branded Products Only. For more information about warranty, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/en/support
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR BY COUNTRY OR PROVINCE).
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS.
TP-Link warrants the TP-Link branded hardware product contained in the original packaging against defects in materials and workmanship when used normally in according with TP-Link’ s guidelines for some period which depends on the local service from the date of original retail purchase by the end-user purchaser.

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