tp-link VJB-300 Network Camera Junction Box Installation Guide
- August 16, 2024
- tp-link
Table of Contents
tp-link VJB-300 Network Camera Junction Box
Appearance
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Junction Box
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Anchors & Screws
Φ6 mm
Φ3.5 mm
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Mounting Template
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Quick Start Guide
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Waterproof Cable Attachments
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Camera Screws
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Lid Opener
Mount the Box
Drill Holes
Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill 3 screw holes and 1 cable hole (for the cable through wall/ceiling) according to the template.
Appropriate drilling size (Φ)
- When installing with anchors Φ = 6 mm (15/64 in.)
- When installing with screws only Φ = 3 mm (1/8 in.)
Open the Box Case
Use the screwdriver to loosen the screws.
Mount the Box Base
Option 1: Route the cable through the wall/ceiling.
How to Waterproof Cables
When you route the cable through the wall/ceiling, you can refer to your camera’s guide to waterproof the cable using the waterproof cable accessories that come with your camera.
For Ethernet cable:
For power cord:
Note:
During this process, you can also use some tape to wrap the cable and use the
silicone (for outdoor use) or duct seal to weather seal the cable penetrations
for better waterproofing.
Option 2: Route the cable through the side outlet.
How to Waterproof Cables
The junction box comes with waterproof cable attachments. You can follow the steps below to waterproof the cables.
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Use the lid opener to remove the side waterproof plug
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Route the network cable/power cable through the following components in order: fix nut, waterproof ring, waterproof jacket, and then the side outlet.
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Insert and twist the waterproof jacket securely to the side outlet.
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Rotate the fix nut to secure it to the waterproof jacket.
Note: During this process, you can also use some tape to wrap the cable for better waterproofing.
Install the Camera
Multiple mounting holes are available for the installation of various camera types to suit different needs.
- Remove the glue pad, thread the camera’s cable through the upper outlet, and reapply the pad.
- Connect the network cable and power cable as needed.
- Select the appropriate screws and mounting holes on the junction box according to the table below.
- Use screws to install the camera to the junction box by referring to the installation guide of your camera.
- Secure the cover plate to the box base.
Usage Tips:
- When installing the camera, some cameras (such as the VIGI C2XX series, VIGI C4XX series, and VIGI C5XX series) may block the top screws. Before installing the camera, secure the cover plate to the box base.
- It’s recommended to install waterproof cable attachments and route the cables into the junction box before installing the camera.
- If you cannot find your model in this guide, please refer to the latest junction box mounting guide at https://www.tplink.com/support/download/vigi-vjb-300/.
| Shape | Models | Screws | Mounting Holes |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIGI C320I VIGI C330I VIGI C340I VIGI C330 VIGI C340 |
*Different versions of these models have different mounting brackets. You can refer to Appendix A to select the appropriate mounting holes.
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Long screws
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Hole 1 and its corresponding holes
| VIGI C350|
Long screws
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Hole 2 and its corresponding holes
VIGI C340S VIGI C345 VIGI C355 VIGI C385|
Short screws
| VIGI C420I VIGI C430I VIGI C440I VIGI C430 VIGI C440 VIGI C440-W VIGI C450|
Short screws
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Hole 4 and its corresponding holes
| VIGI C445 VIGI C455 VIGI C485|
Short screws
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Hole 5 and its corresponding holes
| VIGI C540V|
Long screws
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Hole 6 and the corresponding holes
| VIGI C540 VIGI C540-W VIGI C540S|
Short screws
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Holes 7 and 8 and the corresponding holes
| VIGI C540-4G|
Short screws
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Holes 9 and 10 and the corresponding holes
| VIGI C220I VIGI C230I VIGI C240I VIGI C230 VIGI C240 VIGI C250 VIGI C230I Mini|
Short screws
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Hole 11 and its corresponding holes
Appendix A: Mounting Holes for Different Brackets
You can choose the appropriate mounting holes according to your camera mounting bracket.
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Hole 1 and its corresponding holes
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Hole 2 and its corresponding holes
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Hole 3 and its corresponding holes
Appendix B: Get the Latest Mounting Guide
If you cannot find your model in this guide, please scan the QR code or visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/vigi-vjb-300/ to download the
latest junction box mounting guide.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
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link.com/support.
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