TP-Link Tapo C530WS Installation Manual

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Set Up Your Camera

Download App

Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play, and log in.

OR

Power Up

Plug in the adapter to power up your camera.

Set Up

Tap the button > Add Device in the app and select your model. Follow the app instructions to set up your camera.

Mount Your Camera

Option 1: Wall Mount

1. Affix the Camera and Bracket
   Route the camera power cord and Ethernet cable through the opening of the bracket. Use two bracket screws to affix the bracket and camera.
   
2. Drill Holes
   Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill four screw holes according to the template.
   

3. Mount the Camera
Insert four mounting anchors into the holes, then use the mounting screws to affix the camera and bracket over the anchors.

Note: Adjust the antenna vertically for the best Wi-Fi signal.

The camera is not waterproof when set on a table or shelf. Mount the camera via Option 1-3 when installing outdoors.

Option 2: Overhang Mount

1. Affix the Camera and Bracket
   
   Route the camera power cord and Ethernet cable through the opening of the bracket. Use two bracket screws to affix the bracket and camera.
2. Drill Holes
   
   Stick the mounting template to the desired mounting place. Drill four screw holes according to the template.
3. Mount the Camera
   
   Insert four mounting anchors into the holes, then use the mounting screws to affix the camera and bracket over the anchors.
   Note: Adjust the antenna vertically for the best Wi-Fi signal.

Option 3: Pole Mount

1. Affix the Camera and Bracket
   
   Route the camera power cord and Ethernet cable through the opening of the bracket. Use two bracket screws to affix the bracket and camera.
2. Mount the Camera
   
   Mount the camera on the pole using two pole-mounting loops* (loop width ≤ 12 mm).
   *Pole-mounting loops are not included.
   Note: Adjust the antenna vertically for the best Wi-Fi signal.

1. Install the Waterproof Seal for Power Connectors
   Install the waterproof seal for the power connectors.
   
2. Install Waterproof Cable Attachments
   Install the waterproof cable attachments for the network interface. Make sure each part is securely attached and the waterproof rings are flush to keep out water.
   When the Ethernet port connects to a network device
   
   1. Route the network cable through the following components in order: fix nut, waterproof ring, and then the waterproof jacket.
   2. Insert the waterproof ring into the waterproof jacket.
   3. Fix the O-ring to the network interface of the camera and connect the network cables.
   4. Attach the network interface with the waterproof jacket, then twist to lock. Rotate the fix nut to secure it to the waterproof jacket.
      When the Ethernet port does not connect to a network device
      

1. Insert the waterproof plug into the waterproof ring, then insert them into the waterproof jacket.
2. Fix the O-ring to the network interface of the camera. Attach the network interface with the waterproof jacket, then twist to lock. Rotate the fix nut to secure it to the waterproof jacket.

Button Explanation

RESET Button
Open the silicone cover. While the camera is powered on, use a pin to 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
Open the silicone cover and insert a microSD card.
* Initialize it on the Tapo app for local recording.
*microSD card not included.

Ethernet Port
Used to connect to a network device by an Ethernet cable.

System LED Indication

Safety Information