tp-link Tapo C420S2 Smart Wire Free Security Camera System User Guide

June 15, 2024
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tp-link Tapo C420S2 Smart Wire Free Security Camera System

Product Information

The Smart Wire-Free Security Camera System is a wireless security camera system that allows you to monitor your home or office remotely. It comes with a hub and one or more cameras, depending on the package you choose. The system supports local recording with the use of a microSD card, and it can be controlled through the Tapo app available on both the App Store and Google Play.

Specifications

  • Camera Resolution: HD
  • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • Hub Connectivity: Ethernet
  • Power Source: Battery
  • Supported Platforms: iOS, Android

Product Usage Instructions

Charge the Battery
To ensure that your camera is ready for use, you need to charge the battery. There are two methods to charge the battery:

Method 1: Battery Itself

  1. Connect the provided charging cable to the battery.
  2. Plug the other end of the cable into a power source.
  3. The LED indicator on the battery will turn orange to indicate charging.
  4. Once the battery is fully charged, the LED indicator will turn green.

Method 2: Battery Inside Camera

  1. Connect the camera to a power source using the provided charging cable.
  2. The camera will charge its internal battery.
  3. Check the battery status in the Tapo app after setup.

Set Up

  1. Download and install the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play.
  2. Follow the app instructions to set up your hub and camera.
  3. Mount your camera according to the app instructions.

Local Recording
If you want the camera to record videos locally, follow these steps:

  1. Insert a microSD card into your hub.
  2. Initialize the microSD card within the Tapo app.

Reset
If you need to reset your hub or camera, follow these steps:

Reset Hub

  1. Locate the RESET button on the hub.
  2. Use a pin or a paperclip to press and hold the RESET button for about 5 seconds.

Reset Camera

  1. Locate the SYNC/RESET button on the camera.
  2. Press and hold the SYNC/RESET button for about 5 seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Quick Start Guide
Smart Wire-Free Security Camera System

Setup Video
Scan QR code or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#cloud- cameras

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Mount the Camera After Setup

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Charge the Battery

  1. Method 1: Battery Itselftp-link-Tapo-C420S2-Smart-Wire-Free-Security-Camera-System-01 \(3\)
  2. Method 2: Battery Inside Camera

*Check battery status in the Tapo app after setup.

Set Up

  1. Get the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play.tp-link-Tapo-C420S2-Smart-Wire-Free-Security-Camera-System-01 \(5\)

  2. Follow the app instructions to set up your hub and camera.

  3. Follow the app instructions to mount your camera.

Local Recording

  • If you want the camera to record videos locally, insert a microSD card to your hub.
  • Initialize the microSD card within the Tapo app.

Reset

  • Reset Hub
    Use a pin to press and hold the RESET button for about 5 seconds.

  • Reset Camera
    Press and hold the SYNC/RESET button for about 5 seconds.

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.
  • Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
  • Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
  • Adapter shall be easily accessible.

CAUTION!
Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

CAUTION!
Avoid replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard. Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion. Do not leave a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas; Do not leave a battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

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 symbols
Lead(Pb) Mercury (Hg)
brominated biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated

diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
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| −| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
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  • 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 the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.

  • The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tapo.com/support/ce/ .

  • TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.

  • The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/ .

References

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