Quick Installation Guide
Turret IPC & PoE+ NVR KIT
*VIGI 8-channel PoE+ NVR and 4MP network camera are used as an example
throughout the Guide. Images may differ from the actual product.
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Hardware Overview
VIGI NVR
LED
Front Panel
SYS
LAN
HDD
PoE Max
LED
USB Port
PoE
Back Panel
Link / Act
Grounding Terminal
AUDIO IN
VGA
LAN Port
Interface
AUDIO IN /
AUDIO OUT
HDMI®
VGA
Kensington
AUDIO OUT
HDMI
USB Port
PoE Port
Power
Security Slot
USB
Kensington Security Slot: Secure the lock (not provided)
into the security slot to prevent the device from being
LAN
stolen.
Grounding Terminal: The device comes with lightning
protection mechanism.
PoE
Power
VIGI Camera
Camera Base
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1
2
Unfasten the two fixed screws to remove the cover. Press
for 5 seconds to reset the camera to factory settings.
microSD Card Slot
2
Unfasten the two fixed screws to remove the cover.
Insert a microSD card for local storage. Initialize the SD
card via VIGI app or other management tools before
recording videos.
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Built-in Microphone
White LED × 4
4
5
4
IR LED × 4
Speaker
5
6
7
Power Supply Interface
9
(12V DC) *
*The camera's standard power supply is 12V DC or PoE (802.3af/at). The power source should comply with
Power Source Class 2 ( PS2) or Limited Power Source(LPS) of IEC 62368-1.
*Some models do not have the power supply interface. You can check the detailed specifications on the
product page at https://www.tp-link.com/.
Mount the Camera
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Network Camera
1. Drill Holes
Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill 4 screw holes
and 1 cable hole (for the cable through wall/ceiling) according to the template.
2. Open the Camera Case
Use the L-shaped hex metal screwdriver to loosen the hex screw,
and use a screwdriver to gently pry open the camera case.
Indication
On: System is running normally.
Off: System is running abnormally.
On: Network is working properly.
Flashing: Data is being transmitted or received.
Off: Network is malfunctioning.
On: The HDD is normal.
Off: No HDD or the HDD is malfunctioning.
On: The total PoE power reaches the warning threshold.
Flashing: The total PoE power has reached the warning
3. Secure the Camera
threshold for more than 2 minutes.
Off: The total PoE power does not reach the warning
threshold.
Insert anchors into the holes and use screws to affix the camera base. Identify
On: The port is supplying power normally.
the groove and alignment ridge on the camera. Begin by aligning the base's rim
Flashing: Overload or short circuit is detected.
Off: Not providing PoE power on the port.
with the camera's groove, attaching the ridge side first for a correct fit. Once
On: A device is linked to the port but no activity.
Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data.
aligned, proceed to snap the rest of the camera onto the base to secure it.
Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.
Through the wall/ceiling
Description
Connector for audio input and output.
Note: Audio input only supports microphones
with power supply.
Output port for high-definition audio and
video signals. Connect your monitor to this
port if it uses HDMI connection.
Output port for analog video signals.
Connect your monitor to this port if it uses VGA
connection.
2 USB ports for additional devices such as USB
mouse, USB storage device, and USB keyboard.
RJ45 10/100Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet port.
Connect to an Ethernet device (eg. router and
switch).
Designed to connect to the device with a
bandwidth of 100/10 Mbps. The port can also
provide power for PoE PDs (recommended for
PoE cameras).
4. Adjust the Surveillance Angle
Connector for power input.
Use the L-shaped hex metal screwdriver to loosen the hex screw
on the base, and adjust the surveillance angle as needed.
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7
6
6
5
5. Tighten the Hex Screw
Tighten the hex screw to secure the camera to the camera base. Hold the
camera and ensure the camera and base are as close together as possible
when tightening.
Φ6 mm
Φ3.5 mm
Anchors & Screws
Mounting
Waterproof Cable
Waterproof
Template
Attachments
Seal
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.)
Cable Hole
(For the cable through wall/ceiling)
Through the side outlet
Alignment Ridge
Or
Rim
Pan: 0° to 360°
Tilt: 0° to 85°
Rotate: 0° to 360°
Install Waterproof Cable Attachments
Install the waterproof cable attachments for the network interface if needed.
Note: Make sure each part is securely attached and the waterproof rings are flush to keep out water.
L-shaped Hex Metal
Screwdriver
Fix Nut Waterproof
Waterproof
Ring
Jacket
1. Route the network cable through the following components in order: fix
nut, waterproof ring, and then the waterproof jacket.
2. Fix the O-ring to the network interface of the camera and connect the
network cables.
3. Attach the network interface with the waterproof jacket, then twist to lock.
4. Insert the waterproof ring into the waterproof jacket. Rotate the fix nut to
secure it to the waterproof jacket.
Install Waterproof Seal for Power Connectors
Install the waterproof seal for the power connectors when using a power
adapter to power the camera.
Male Power Connector
Waterproof Seal
Install the NVR
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Network Video Recorder
One hard disk drive (HDD) is already installed in the NVR. You can also
follow the steps below to reinstall the HDD.
1. Remove the fixing screws on the side and back panels to open the
cover of the NVR.
Alignment Ridge
Side Outlet
Rim
2. Attach the 4 included HDD screws to your hard drive. Do not fasten.
O-ring
Network
Interface
Female Power Connector
Rubber Feet
Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
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