tp-link Tapo C222 Pan, Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera User Guide

: July 31, 2024
: tp-link

Table of Contents

tp-link Tapo C222 Pan, Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Appearance
Safety Instruction
Mounting Instructions
LED Indication
Mounting Kit
Technical Support And Warranty
References
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tp-link Tapo C222 Pan, Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera

Product Information

Specifications:

Camera Type: Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Local Storage: microSD card slot
Network Connectivity: LAN Port
Power Source: Power Port

Product Usage Instructions

Setting Up the Camera:
Download App: Get the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play.
Power Up: Plug in the adapter to power up your camera.
Set Up: Tap the button in the app and select your model. Follow app instructions to complete setup.
Mounting Instructions:
Mark Position: Place the mounting template where you want the camera. For wall mounting, drill two holes through two circles.
Mount Base: Affix the camera base using the screws. For wall mounting, insert two anchors into the holes and use the screws to affix the camera base over the anchors.
Secure Camera: Attach the camera on the base and rotate to secure the camera.
LED Indication:
- Solid red: Starting up
- Blinking red and green: Ready for setup
- Blinking red slowly: Connecting to Wi-Fi
- Solid amber: Connected to Wi-Fi or wired network
- Solid green: Connected to the cloud
- Blinking red quickly: Camera resetting
- Blinking green quickly: Camera updating
Resetting the Camera:
To reset the camera, tilt the camera lens up to find the RESET button. While the camera is powered on, press and hold the RESET button to reset the camera.
Local Recording:
To enable local recording, insert a microSD card into the microSD card slot and initialize it on the Tapo app.
Network Connection:
To connect to your router, plug an Ethernet cable into the LAN Port of the camera.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I reset the camera?

A: Tilt the camera lens up to locate the RESET button. While the camera is on, press and hold the RESET button to reset the camera.

Q: How do I enable local recording?

A: Insert a microSD card into the microSD card slot and initialize it using the Tapo app to enable local recording.

Q: How do I connect the camera to my network?

A: Use an Ethernet cable to connect the LAN Port of the camera to your router for network connectivity.

Appearance

Tilt the camera lens up to find the RESET button and the microSD card slot.

RESET Button
While the camera is powered on, press and hold the RESET button to reset the camera.
- Press and hold for 5 seconds: Reset Wi-Fi settings only
- Press and hold for 10 seconds: Reset to factory settings
microSD Card Slot
Insert a microSD card and initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording.
LAN Port
Plug in an Ethernet cable to connect to your router.

Safety Instruction

Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
Do not use a 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.
The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and 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.
For indoor use only.
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 be exposed to heavy rain or any type of moisture.
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 use this product near water for example near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust high temperature, and vibration.
This product should not be exposed to direct sunlight
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.
Operating Temperature: 0 °C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
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/.

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

Mounting Instructions

Mark Position
Place the mounting template where you want the camera. For wall mounting, drill two holes through two circles.
Mount Base
- Affix the camera base using the screws.
- For wall mounting, insert two anchors into the holes and use the screws to affix the camera base over the anchors.
Secure Camera
Attach the camera on the base and rotate to secure the camera.

Note:
If the Pan and Tilt range changes after mounting, you can do a Pan & Tilt Correction by referring to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/4023/.

LED Indication

Solid red	Starting up
Blinking red and green (for Wi-Fi setup)	Ready for setup
Blinking red slowly (for Wi-Fi setup)	Connecting to Wi-Fi
Solid amber	Connected to Wi-Fi or wired network
Solid green	Connected to the cloud
Blinking red quickly	Camera resetting
Blinking green quickly	Camera updating