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Use Your Camera with an NVR
The camera works with an NVR for easier batch access and management.
*Here we use a VIGI NVR as an example.
Network Camera
Network Camera
Step 1. Connect the Hardware
Connect your cameras to the same network as your
NVR (as shown above).
Step 2. Power On the Cameras
Power on your cameras with the PoE power supply
or an external power supply.
Using your cameras with other NVR brands:
Step 1: Power on your cameras and connect them to the network.
Step 2: Activate the camera using the VIGI Security Manager or TP-Link VIGI app (refer to the next section).
Step 3: Refer to the NVR's User Manual to add cameras.
More Management Methods
You can also access and manage your cameras via any of the methods below.
View live video and modify camera settings on
your computer.
1. Download the VIGI Security Manager on your
computer at
https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/vigi-s
ecurity-manager/.
2. Install the VIGI Security Manager and open it.
3. Cameras on the same network as your computer
can be automatically discovered. Go to Settings >
Discovered Devices, click + Add to activate your
discovered cameras by setting passwords, and
follow the instructions to add your cameras.
Q1: What can I do if no cameras are discovered?
• Refresh to discover your camera again.
• Make sure the camera is powered on.
• Make sure your camera and NVR/computer are in the same subnet. If not,
use the VIGI Security Manager to set camera's network parameters.
• Try to add your cameras manually.
• For other NVR brands, make sure you have activated the camera by setting
a password via the VIGI Security Manager or TP-Link VIGI app.
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and more
information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply
scan the QR code.
Network Device
(e.g., Switch or Router)
Remotely view live video, manage cameras, and
get instant alerts.
1. Download and install the TP-Link VIGI app.
or
2. Open the TP-Link VIGI app and log in with your
TP-Link ID. If you don't have an account, sign up first.
3. Tap the + button on the top right and follow the app
instructions to activate and add your cameras.
VIGI NVR
Step 3. Add Cameras with the NVR
Before you start, make sure the NVR is working properly.
1. Right click on the Live View screen and click Add
Camera.
2. Select your camera and click
directly. If you have disabled Plug and Play on your
NVR, create a password or use a preset password
for your camera.
Note: If you can't find your camera, refer to FAQ-Q1.
Done! You can now view live video and manage cameras.
View live video and modify camera settings via a
web browser.
1. Find the camera's IP address on your router's client
page.
2. On your local computer, open a web browser and enter
https://camera's IP address (https://192.168.0.60 by
default).
3. Select your Country/Region and Time Zone.
4. Set a password to activate the camera.
Done. You can view the live video on the Preview page, and
go to the Settings page to change camera settings.
Q2: How do I know the camera is powered on?
• The IR LED will turn on for about 10 seconds once the camera is powered on. If
it's off, you can cover the lens for several seconds and check if the IR LED turns
on.
• Check the LED status of the network device your camera is connected to.
For more questions, please refer to
https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2850/
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety)
Regulations 2016.
The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/
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