tp-link KP401 Outdoor Smart Plug User Guide

tp-link KP401 Outdoor Smart Plug

Product Information

The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug (Model: KP401) is a smart plug that allows you to control outdoor devices from your smartphone using the Kasa Smart app. It features a control button for turning on or off the plug-in device and an LED indicator that changes color to indicate different statuses. The plug is designed to be weatherproof and comes with a weatherproof cover to protect the socket when not in use. Please note that the availability of features and the Kasa Smart app may vary depending on the model and software version, as well as the region or internet service provider.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Download and install the Kasa Smart app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or by scanning the provided QR code.
2. Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.
3. Tap the “+” button in the Kasa app, go to “Smart Plug” > “Smart Outdoor Plug,” and follow the app instructions to complete the setup.
4. To waterproof the Smart Outdoor Plug when used outdoors, make sure to firmly cap the sockets with the weather-resistant cover when not in use.
5. After successfully setting up your Smart Outdoor Plug, you will see the home page of the Kasa Smart app. Here, you can view and manage all devices added to Kasa.
6. To turn on/off the plug, simply tap the switch of your plug on the home page.
7. To set schedules for automatically turning on/off the device connected to your Smart Outdoor Plug, follow these steps:
8. Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug on the home page.
9. Tap the “+” button on the top right corner.
10. Set a schedule to turn the Smart Outdoor Plug on or off according to your daily routine.

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to smart outdoor plug and the Kasa Smart app, as well as regulatory information.
Features available of this product and in Kasa Smart may vary by model and software version. Smart outdoor plug and Kasa Smart availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual experience.

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More Info

• Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
• Our Technical Support and troubleshooting information can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support.

Introduction

Extend your smart home to the outdoors with the weather-resistant smart outdoor plug. Power on your patio lights, holiday decorations, and more from the convenience of your smartphone. Control your plug from anywhere, set schedules, even use simple voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant to control the devices connected to the plug.

• Weather-resistant – IP64 rating and weather-resistant cover ensure your outdoor plug is protected against entry of dust and splashes of water from any direction.*
• To prevent water from entering, always keep the outdoor plug’s socket face down and keep the socket covered with the weatherproof cover when not in use.
• Control from Anywhere – Turn your connected device on and off anywhere using your Kasa Smart app.
• Voice Control – Use simple voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant to control your connected devices.
• No Hub Required – This plug works with a secured 2.4GHz wireless network without the need for a separate hub.
• Set Schedules – Switch your connected device on and off automatically to save you energy and effort.

Appearance

This smart outdoor plug has one control button to turn on or off the plug-in device and a LED to show you the current status. The LED changes color according to different status. See the explanation below:

Set Up Your Smart Outdoor Plug

Follow the steps below to set up your plug via Kasa Smart app.

1. Download and install Kasa app
   Get the Kasa Smart app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or by scanning the QR code below.

2. Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID
   Open the app, and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.

3. Add Device
   Tap the + button in the Kasa app, go to Smart Plug > Smart Outdoor Plug and then follow app instructions to complete the setup.
   Note: When not in use, the sockets should be firmly capped with the weather-resistant cover.

Waterproof Your Smart Outdoor Plug

Following are some tips to waterproof you Smart Outdoor Plug when used in outdoor.

Main Device Controls

After you successfully set up your Smart Outdoor Plug, you will see the home page of the Kasa Smart app. Here you can view and manage all devices that you’ve added to Kasa. Tap your plug to control and manage it.

Home Page
You can see all your Kasa devices listed in the Home page. Turn on/off the plug
Turn on/off your Smart Outdoor Plug quickly by tapping the switch of your plug. Tapping the device to enter its status page, you can also check or change its status.

Set Schedules

Schedule: Set schedules to automatically turn on/off the device connected to your Smart Outdoor Plug according to your daily routine.

1. Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug in the Home page, and then Tap .

2. Tap + on the top right corner.

3. Set a schedule to turn the Smart Outdoor Plug on or off.
   e.g. I want to turn on the plugged-in outdoor light at 10:00 PM every day .

4. You can also choose to turn on/off the smart plug simply at Sunrise or Sunset. Please note that the Sunrise and Sunset times are based on your location.

5. Tap Save and you’ll see your schedule listed in the Schedule Page. You can turn on or off the schedule at any time or add more schedules following the same steps.

Set Timer

Timer: Set the timer for your Smart Outdoor Plug to automatically turn on/off after the specified time.

1. Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug in the Home page, and then tap .

2. Set the time after which the plug will be automatically turned on/off.
   e.g. when I turn on the outdoor light, I want it to turn off automatically after 30 minutes.

3. Tap START and you’ll see the timer starts counting down. Tap STOP to stop the Timer at any time.

Set Away Mode

Away Mode: Set Away Mode for your Smart Outdoor Plug to turn on/off automatically at random intervals while you are away to make the appearance that someone is at home.

1. Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug in the Home page, and then tap .
2. Set the start and end time during which the plug will be automatically turned on and off at random intervals, then choose the repeating frequency.
   e.g. I want my outdoor light to turn on/off from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PM every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Check Runtime

Runtime: Check runtime to keep track of how long your Smart Outdoor Plug has been working.

1. Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug in the Home page, and then tap .
2. Check the runtime for today, the past 7 days, or the past 30 days.

Manage Device Settings

1. Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug in the Home page and then tap .
2. Change the name and icon of your plug.
   Tap Feature Tutorial to check the advanced features of the Smart Outdoor Plug .

Reset Your Smart Outdoor Plug

There are three methods to reset your Smart Outdoor Plug.

Method 1
Swipe left your Smart Outdoor Plug and tap Delete. Then tap Remove Device. Your Smart Outdoor Plug will be removed from your Kasa account and restored to factory settings. Method 2
Tap your Smart Outdoor Plug and go to the Devices Settings page. Then tap Remove Device in the bottom. Your Smart Outdoor Plug will be removed from your Kasa account and restored to factory settings. Method 3
Press and hold the control button of the Smart Outdoor Plug for 10s to restore it to factory default settings. Press and hold for 5s will reset its Wi-Fi connection while keeping previous configurations.

Create Groups

With groups, you can control multiple devices simultaneously. This page allows you to add your Smart Outdoor Plug and your other Kasa smart devices to a group for unified management.

1. Create a group

2. Tap the button in the Home page of the Kasa Smart app, and select DeviceGroup.

3. Select your Smart Outdoor Plug and other Kasa smart devices and tap Save.
   e.g. I want to group my Kasa Smart Light Strip and outdoor light to turn on/off simultaneously.

4. Name the group.

5. The created group is listed in the Home page. You can tap ON or OFF to turn on or off the devices together in the group.

6. Manage the group

7. Tap the group you want to manage.

8. Turn on or off the Group in the status page.

9. Tap Brightness to adjust the brightness of the light strip.

10. Tap in the top right corner to enter the settings page. You can change the group name or devices in the group as you like.

11. Tap Remove Group if you want to remove the group from your device list. Then double confirm it. All devices in the group will remain accessible on the device list.

Create Scenes

A scene is a preset group of smart devices that can be programmed, customized and activated simultaneously at the touch of a button from your smartphone or tablet, allowing you to easily set your mood, activity or fit any special occasion. This page allows you to preset how your smart home devices should act automatically at special occasions.

1. Tap at the bottom, then select a scene or create your own scene.
   e.g. I want to turn on outdoor light and turn off air conditioner with one tap.

2. Select devices for the scene to work on and set their status respectively. Here we choose the outdoor plug and set it as on, then the plug to which the air conditioner is connected and set it as off.

3. Pick an icon for your scene.

4. Name your scene.

5. Tap Save. Then your scene is created successfully.

6. Your scene is displayed in the scene list. Just tap the scene to activate it.

Smart Actions

Smart Actions is a function provided that enables device interconnections and home automations. With Smart Actions, your Kasa devices can work together to create a smarter smart home. From the moment you wake up to the moment you drift asleep, Smart Actions make your home safer and more comfortable.

1. Tap at the bottom, then tap Add an Action.
2. Select an automation type for your Smart Actions.

1. Configure Motion Sensing If you already have a Kasa Smart Camera
e.g.: I want to turn the outdoor light on when my Kasa camera senses a motion.

1. Tap Motion Sensing then select a camera.
2. Select your Smart Outdoor Plug.
3. Set the time when you want to be notified. You can choose Always or tap Custom to choose time according to your needs. For example: I want the motion to trigger the outdoor light on from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM every day.
4. (Optional) Set an auto-off timer then tap Complete. Then your outdoor light will be turned off after the time you set if no motion is detected.
5. Name your action for easy identification.
6. The Smart Action is created successfully and displayed in the Smart Actions list.

2. Configure Control With a Switch If you already have a Kasa Smart Switch
e.g.: I want to turn the outdoor light on when I turn on my switch, and turn the light off when I turn off the switch.

1. Tap Control With a Switch.
2. Add a Kasa smart switch. Then select your Smart Outdoor Plug.
3. Name your action for easy identification.
4. Now Your Smart Action is created successfully.

3. Configure Schedule a Scene
e.g.: I want to turn on the scene I have created automatically at scheduled time.

1. Tap Schedule a Scene then select a scene you have created.
   For example: I want to turn on my Out-Air scene, which turns on my outdoor light and turns off the air conditioner with just a tap, at 10: 30 PM every weekday.

2. Set the time and frequency at which you want your scene to be turned on .

3. Name your action for easy identification.

4. Now Your Smart Action is created successfully.

3. Configure Schedule a Scene
e.g.: I want to turn on the scene I have created automatically at scheduled time.

1. Tap Schedule a Scene then select a scene you have created.
   For example: I want to turn on my Out-Air scene, which turns on my outdoor light and turns off the air conditioner with just a tap, at 10: 30 PM every weekday.

2. Set the time and frequency at which you want your scene to be turned on .

3. Name your action for easy identification.

4. The Smart Action is created successfully and displayed in the Smart Actions list.

4. Configure Auto-Off Timer
e.g.: I want to turn off my outdoor light after 30 minutes when it is turned on.

1. Tap Auto-Off Timer then select your Smart Outdoor Plug.
2. Set the time.
3. Name your action for easy identification.
4. The Smart Action is created successfully and displayed in the Smart Actions list.

Discover Kasa

Use the Kasa Smart app to pair your Smart Outdoor Plug with Amazon Alexa or Google Home Assistant, and enjoy a full hands-free experience. Kasa helps manage the rest of your smart home too, working with Samsung SmartThings or IFTTT to trigger changes when you arrive home or leave for the day.
Launch the Kasa Smart app. Go to the sidebar and tap Work with Kasa. You can choose Amazon Alexa / Google Assistant/ IFTTT / Samsung SmartThings for detailed instructions.

FCC Compliance Information Statement

Product Name: Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug
Model Number: KP401
TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc.
Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821
Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6803
E-mail:sales.usa@tp-link.com
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.

Canadian Compliance Statement
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Safety Information

• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Operating Temperature: -20℃~50℃ (-4℉~122℉)
• Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5%~90%RH, Non-condensing
• For outdoor usage, use this product with ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet.
• Risk of electric shock. Do not open. No user serviceable parts inside.
• Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
• For passthrough devices, plug the power strips into the integrated electrical sockets of the devices, but devices of the same or another type not be stacked in normal use.

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.
WARNING

• Timer could turn-on unexpectedly without the user being present. To Reduce the Hazardous Condition – Unplug the appliance that is plugged into the receptacle(s) controlled by the timer before servicing.
• Risk of Electric Shock. Do not plug into another relocatable power tap or an extension cord.
• When plugged into grounded 3-prong outlet , always ensure that the housing is facing downward and is at least 2 feet off the ground . Use the plug’s mounting tag to hang from a screw to ensure correct orientation.
• DO NOT expose to heavy rain or immerse in water or any other liquid.
• DO NOT remove ground pin ( middle pin ) or use with 3-to 2-prong adapter.
• DO NOT use with devices that should not be operated unattended , such as power tools.
• DO NOT use in precision timing applications where inaccurate timing could be dangerous(sunlamps , Saunas , etc).
• Keep children away from smart plug and outlet.
• No Serviceable parts inside. DO NOT open or tamper with unit.
• Do not discard the stopper, the plug should be covered when the socket is not in use.
• Remove smart plug from outlet before cleaning.
• DO NOT clean with liquid.
• DO NOT exceed the recommended electrical ratings.
• Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Explanation of the symbols on the product label

AC voltage

| RECYCLING

This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.

User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.

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