TP-Link Tapo C720 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide
Tapo Smart Floodlight Camera
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01
/ Mounting Options
You can mount your Tapo floodlight camera vertically on a wall or overhang under an eave. Make sure the area has a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Wall Mount
02
/ Connect Wires and Install Floodlight Camera
*Wire colors vary by region. If you are unfamiliar with basic electrical wiring, please consult a licensed electrician.
Option 1: Install on an existing junction box
The floodlight camera can be mounted on a junction box on a wall or under an eave.
Required Accessories:
Type A Type B Type C
Mounting Plate + Plate Screws ×2 (Optional) Wire Nuts ×3 +
(Choose screws based on your junction box)
1
Turn off the circuit breaker. Make sure the power
is off by turning your light on and off a few times.
Take care to avoid electric shocks.
2
Remove the existing floodlight camera and
disconnect wires from the junction box.
3
Choose a pair of plate screws based on your
junction box. Install the mounting plate to
the junction box.
4
Cover the Ground wire (usually green/green
and yellow) with the provided wire nut. Route
the Neutral wire (usually white/blue)
and the Line wire (usually black/brown/red)
through the bracket.
Note: To identify wire colors, you can refer to
https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3474/
5
Connect the Neutral wire and Line wire to
the bracket. Secure the wires with a slotted
screwdriver.
L N
(Line) (Neutral)
Note: If the wires are too short or stiff to connect:
1) Align the Neutral wire (Recommended wire stripping
length: 10 mm) with the white extension wire ends.
2) Place one wire nut connector over the wires. Twist
the wire nut clockwise to tighten the wires.
3) Repeat the above steps to extend the Line wire
using the black extension wire and another wire nut.
6
Hide the wires in the junction box.
Attach the bracket to the mounting plate
on the junction box with the bracket screw.
7
Insert the camera screws into the screw holes.
Align the mounting posts on the bracket with
the holes on the floodlight camera.
Tighten the camera screws in the screw holes
to secure the floodlight camera to the bracket.
Insert the screw caps into the screw holes.
8
Adjust the camera and light position to the
desired angles.
9
Turn on the circuit breaker.
OR
Eave Mount
Mounting Bracket
Extension Wires ×2 Bracket Screw
OFF
Before You Start
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shocks
• Disconnect power at the fuse or circuit breaker before installing.
• Verify that the power supply voltage is correct. Connect fixture to a 110-240 VAC
50/60 Hz power source.
• Always follow code standards when installing wired connections.
• Install only on a UL-listed junction box or on a wall with a Neutral wire and a Line wire.
• An all-pole mains switch shall be incorporated in the electrical installation of the
building. And the contact separation of the switch shall not be less than 3 mm.
• You can always find detailed wiring and mounting instructions in the Tapo app.
If you are unfamiliar with basic electrical wiring, please consult a licensed electrician.
NOTICE
• Do not install near combustible or flammable surfaces.
• Do not connect this light fixture to a dimmer switch or timer.
Option 2: Install with existing electrical wires
Install where the Neutral wire and Line wire are available.
Required Accessories:
Camera Screws ×2 + Mounting
Screw Caps ×2 Template
1
Turn off the circuit breaker. Make sure the power
is off by turning your light on and off a few times.
Take care to avoid electric shocks.
2
Route the wires through the mounting template
and place the template. Drill two holes where
indicated.
3
Insert two wall anchors into the holes. Route
the wires through the mounting bracket. Use
the screws to affix the bracket over the
anchors.
4
Cover the Ground wire (usually green/green
and yellow) with the provided wire nut.
Note: To identify wire colors, you can refer to
https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3474/
5
Connect the Neutral wire (usually white/blue)
and the Line wire (usually black/brown/red) to
the bracket. Secure the wires with a slotted
screwdriver.
Note: If the wires are too short or stiff to connect:
1) Align the Neutral wire (Recommended wire stripping
length: 10 mm) with the white extension wire ends.
2) Place one wire nut connector over the wires. Twist
the wire nut clockwise to tighten the wires.
3) Repeat the above steps to extend the Line wire
using the black extension wire and another wire nut.
6
Hide the wires in the bracket.
Insert the camera screws into the screw holes.
Align the mounting posts on the bracket with
the holes on the floodlight camera.
Tighten the camera screws in the screw holes
to secure the floodlight camera to the bracket.
Insert the screw caps into the screw holes.
7
Adjust the camera and light position to the
desired angles.
8
Turn on the circuit breaker.
OR
Tapo
For Wall Mount
Ensure the UP arrow on the
bracket points up.
*To install horizontally, adjust the bracket to ensure
the air bubble in the level is centered.
For Eave Mount
Point the UP arrow on the bracket
towards your house.
Take care to avoid electric shocks.
Mounting Anchors ×2 +
Bracket Mounting Screws ×2
L N
(Line) (Neutral)
(Optional) Wire Nuts ×3 + Camera Screws ×2 +
Extension Wires ×2 Screw Caps ×2
OFF