tp-link C120 Tapo Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi Home Security Camera User Guide

tp-link C120 Tapo Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi Home Security Camera

Specifications

• Camera Stand: Adjustable
• Power Port: USB Type-C
• Storage: microSD card slot (card not included)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi
• App: Tapo (available on App Store and Google Play)

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Set Up Your Camera:

1. Position your camera’s adjustable stand for setup. Remember to
   peel off the protective film before use.

2. Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play.

3. Power up the camera, tap the button in the app and select your
   model. Follow the app instructions to complete the setup.

Install Your Camera

Set on a table or shelf

1. Place the camera on your desired table or shelf.
2. Adjust the stand angle to the notch position in the base for stability.

Mount to metallic surfaces
The camera has a magnet in its base for attachment to metallic surfaces.

Stick to a clean wall

1. Attach the included adhesive to the back of the metal plate
   properly. Note: The adhesive is for one-time use.

Mount to the wall (with or without the metal plate)

1. Stick the mounting template to the desired place. Drill holes according to the template.
2. Wipe off dust, stick the metal plate with adhesive to the wall, press for 15 seconds, then attach the camera.
3. Insert anchors into holes and use screws to affix the metal plate over the anchors. Attach the camera.

Power Up Your Camera:

1. Plug in the power connector firmly to the camera’s power port.
2. Fix the power cord with adhesive tape or provided cable clamp and screw at a distance of about 25 cm from the connector.

Set Up Your Camera

1.  Position your camera’s adjustable stand for setup.
   Note

   • Peel off the film from the camera before use.

2. Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play

3. Power up the camera. Tap the button in the app and select your model. Follow the app instructions to complete the setup.

Install Your Camera

Set on a table or shelf

1. Place the camera on your desired table or shelf.
2. Adjust the stand angle to the notch position in the base for more stability.

Mount to metallic surfaces
The camera has a magnet in its base, allowing magnetic attachment to metallic surfaces

Stick to a clean wall

1. Attach the included adhesive to the back of the metal plate properly.
   Note:
   The adhesive is for one-time use. Avoid re-using the adhesive to ensure its adhesion.

2. Wipe off the dust from the surface, stick the metal plate with the adhesive to the clean wall, and press it down for 15 seconds to ensure the plate is firmly attached. Then attach the camera to the plate. Note: This is applicable with tile, glass, marble, metal, stainless steel, and hard wall surfaces.

Mount to the wall (with or without the metal plate)

1. Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill two holes according to the template.
2. Insert two anchors into the holes and use the screws to affix the metal plate over the anchors. Then attach the camera to the plate.

Note: Ensure the metal plate’s concave-holed side faces the magnetic base.

1. Drill one hole in the desired mounting place.
2. Insert one anchor into the hole, use one screw to affix the camera over the anchor, then tighten the screw.

Power Up Your Camera

1. Firmly plug in the power connector to the power port of the camera, and ensure no gap exists.

Note: To identify if the power connector is connected properly or not, you can refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3761

2. Fix the power cord with adhesive tape or the provided cable clamp and screw.
Note: To ensure a firm connection, fix the power cord at a distance of about 25 cm away from the power connector.

Appearance

Front

1. System LED
2. White Lights
3. Lens
4. Microphone

Back

1. Speaker
2. USB Type-C Power Port

Side

Adjust View
Tilt and rotate the camera and stand for your desired viewing

microSD Card Slot
Open the cover. Insert a microSD card (not included) and initialize
it is on the Tapo app for local recording.

Reset
• Use a pin to press and hold for 5s: Reset Wi-Fi settings
• Use a pin to press and hold for 10s: Reset to factory settings

System LED Indications

Safety Information

• Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed. The adapter shall be easily accessible.
• Use only power supplies that are provided by the manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
• Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
• Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product.
• Do not use the product if the casing has been broken. The danger of electric shock.
• Never touch the product with wet hands.
• Do not place near automatically controlled devices such as fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.
• Observe restrictions on using wireless products in fuel depots, chemical plants, or when blasting operations are in progress.
• Do not use liquid to clean the product. Only use a dry cloth.
• Never put metal objects inside the product. If a metal object enters the product turn off the circuit breaker and contact an authorized electrician.
• This product is not intended to be used when providing medical care. Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy.
• Do not use this product in healthcare facilities. Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
• When you leave the product unused for a long time unplug the product from the power outlet.
•  This product may interfere with other electronic products such as TVs, radios, personal computers, phones, or other wireless devices.
•  The adapter should be used indoors where the ambient temperature is lower than or equal to 40 ºC.
•  Operating Temperature: -20 ºC ~ 45 ºC (-4 °F ~ 113 °F)
•  When mounting the camera magnetically, we recommend installing it no higher than 2 meters.
• 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
• TP-Link hereby declares that the device complies 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 complies 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.tapo.com/support/ukca/

Visit www.tapo.com/support for technical support, user guides, and more information

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

FAQ

How can I reset my camera?
To reset your camera, press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds until you hear a beep. The camera will reset to factory settings.

References

• Regulatory Compliance | Tapo
• UKCA | Tapo
• TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support

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