TP-Link Tapo S220 Manual

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User manual (28 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 About This Guide
2 Introduction
3 Appearance
4 Set Up Your Device
5 Main Device Controls
6 Schedule
7 Away Mode
8 Timer
9 Check Runtime
10 Device Sharing
11 Smart Actions
12 Device Settings
13 How to Reset Your Device
14 Safety Information
15 Explanation of the symbols on the product label
16 Documents / Resources
- 16.1 References
- 16.2 Download manual

TP-Link Tapo S220 Manual

About This Guide

Please note that features available in Tapo may vary by model and software version. Tapo availability may also vary by region. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual Tapo experience.

Conventions
In this guide, the following convention is used:

Convention	Description
Bold	Key information appears in bold, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on.
Underline	Hyperlinks are in bold and underlined. You can click to redirect to a website.
Note:	Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.

More Info

Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tapo.com.
Our Technical Support and troubleshooting information can be found at https://www.tapo.com/support/.
The switch installation and setup video can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/tapo-s220/.
The installation guide can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3359/.

Introduction

Make your traditional lighting smart with the Tapo Smart Switch. Turn your lights on and off with your voice, or control them from your phone. Thanks to the switch's battery-powered design with 1+ year battery life, enjoy the smart lifestyle without rewiring your home or replacing your current bulbs.
The Tapo smart switch works with an IoT hub. Make sure you have set up your hub first.
Features

Remote Control – Instantly turn the light on/off wherever you are through the Tapo app.
Schedule – Set a schedule to turn on the lights for you in advance.
Timer – Set a countdown timer to turn off the lights after sleeping.
Voice Control – Manage your lights with voice commands via Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant.
Low Battery Reminder – Send notifications when the battery power is low.
No Neutral Wire Required – Super easy wiring. No neutral wire required. No rewiring required.
Tool-Free Battery Replacement – Easily replace batteries after installation, no need of other tools.

Appearance

Product Appearance

Set Up Your Device

Tapo Smart Light Switch works with an IoT hub. You need to set up your hub first, then add your switch to the app. Follow the steps below to get started with your Tapo Smart Light Switch.

Download Tapo App
Get the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play, or by scanning the QR code below.

Log In
Open the app, and log in with your TP-Link ID.
If you don't have an account, create one first.
Add Hub First
Tap the button in the app and select your hub. Then follow app instructions to set up your hub.
Add Your Switch
Tap the button in the app and select your switch. Then follow app instructions to set up your switch.
Wire Your Switch
Follow app instructions to wire your switch, or check the wiring diagram below.
Please make sure no bare wires are exposed after wiring. The recommended wire stripping length is 7-8.5 mm.

Lout1 = Right Button
Lout2 = Left Button

The hot / line wire is usually connected to the terminal "C" or "L" of your dumb switch.
If the dumb switch is connected with a Neutral wire, cover it with the provided wire nut.

Main Device Controls

After you successfully set up the switch, you will see the buttons of your switch listed on the home page. You can manage them separately from anywhere at any time with the Tapo app.

Home Page

This page lists all your devices you've added and you can view them directly and manage them easily. Tap either button of your switch to enter the Live View page.

Status Page

You can turn on or off your device in this page. You can also configure advanced features like Schedule, Away Mode, Timer to control your device according to your daily rountine.

Switch Settings

On Status page, tap to enter the Device Settings page. You can change your device name and icon, set Delayed Shut Off, etc.

Schedule

Set schedules for your switch to automatically turn on/off at set times to simplify your daily routine.

Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Tap to set a schedule.
Tap on the top right corner.
Set the time and frequency to turn on/off your device automatically.

Done!
You can see the set schedule listed in the Schedule page.

Away Mode

Set your device to turn on and off randomly during a set time period to make the appearance that someone is at home.

Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Tap to set Away Mode.
Set the time period and the repeating frequency.

Done!
Away Mode is active. Your device will be turned on and off randomly during the time period.

Timer

Set a countdown timer for your device to automatically turn on/off after the timer ends.

Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Tap to set a countdown timer.
Set the time period and whether to turn on or off the switch after the time ends.

Done!
The timer is counting down. You can also see the time counting down in the Home page.
Setting a Timer - Step 2

Check Runtime

Check how long the switch has been running today, for the past 7 days, or for the past 30 days.

Checking Runtime
Go to Status page and swipe upforward. You can the runtime for today, past 7 days and past 30 days.

Share your device to your family by entering their TP-Link ID.

Device Sharing - Step 1
Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Then tap Device Sharing.

Device Sharing - Step 2
Tap Share and then enter the TP-Link ID of your family member.

Smart Actions

Smart Actions automate repetitive tasks, allowing you to blaze through tedium with utmost ease. Set everything up once and never have to worry about it again. With Smart Actions, giving your home that level of intelligence is a snap. Shortcut lets you perform an action with a simple tap. Automation allows you to automate tasks to be performed at a set time. e.g. The light will light on at sunset.

Edit based on the routine actions

Go to the Smart Actions page and you will see the Featured Actions (Shortcut or Automation).
Tap on a featured action. Tap EDIT to change the settings as needed and tap APPLY to save changes.

Create your own shortcuts

Go to Shortcuts page. Tap + on the top right to add a shortcut.
Add an action and choose whether to delay the action.
Name your shortcut and choose an icon.
Tap Save to save all the settings.

Create your own actions

Go to Automation page. Tap + on the top right to add a simple and smart action.
Name the new action. Tap + to add conditions (When) like the trigger time, and tap + to add tasks (Then) like turning on the switch.
Name your automation and set the effective time for the automation. Tap Done to save all the settings.

Device Settings

In the Device Settings page, you can edit the basic information, set delayed shut off and double tap effect, update firmware and more.

Change Device name, icon and location
In the Status page, tap to go to the Device Settings page. Then you can change the device icon, name, and its location.
Set Delayed Shut Off
When enabled, the light will remain on for the set amount of time before going off so as to provide illumination while leave a room. To turn it off instantly, press the switch one more.

How to Reset Your Device

There are two methods to reset your switch.

Method 1: Tap the SYNC/RESET button on the switch

Slide the lock to the OPEN position. Then hold both sides of the faceplate and pull it away from the back to remove the faceplate.
Press the SYNC/RESET button for about 5 seconds until the LED blinks red quickly.

Method 2: Remove the device in the Settings page
Go to the Settings page of any button of your switch. Tap REMOVE to remove your switch from Tapo.

Safety Information

Before installing, servicing or removing the switch, read and follow all safety precautions including the following:

Follow all national and local safety regulations and practices. If you are uncertain or uncomfortable when performing the installation, consult a qualified electrician.
Risk of Electric Shock – More than one disconnect switch may be required to de-energize the equipment and luminaire before servicing. A circuit breaker which disconnects the Line and Neutral conductor simultaneously is suitable. Ensure power is off at the circuit breaker before removing or installing any switch. Use a non-contact voltage tester to ensure the power is off.
Do not install the Smart Switch with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surfaces.
Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

Electronic switch integrated in this product is only intended for functional purposes.
De-energized the product at the circuit breaker before servicing.

burn hazard
Avoid replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard.
Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
Do not leave a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammabble liquid or gas; Do not leave a battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of lammable liquid or gas.