TP-Link KL420L5 User manual

User Guide
Kasa Smart Light Strip, Multicolor
KL420L5
1910013078 REV1.0.0
© 2021 TP-Link

Contents
About This Guide ···················································· 1
Introduction ······························································· 2
Set Up Your Smart Light Strip·························· 3
Install Your Smart Light Strip···························· 6
Main Device Control·············································· 8
Congure Your Smart Light Strip··················· 9
Create Scenes························································16
Schedule A Scene················································18
Auto-O Timer·······················································19
Reset Your Smart Light Strip··························20
Works with Kasa····················································21
Authentication························································22

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About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to Kasa Smart Light Strip and the Kasa Smart app, as well as regulatory information.
Features available in Kasa may vary by model and software version. Kasa availability may also vary by region. All images, steps, and descriptions in this
guide are only examples and may not reect your actual Kasa experience.
Conventions
In this guide, the following convention is used:
Convention Description
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Underline Hyperlinks are in teal 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.
Support
• Specic product information can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com/.
• A Technical Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com/.
• Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Help center of the Kasa Smart app and the Contact Technical Support page
at https://www.tp-link.com/support/.
• Videos about how to congure the Smart Light Strip features can be found on the Setup Videos page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/
setup-video/#smart-bulbs.

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Introduction
The Smart Light Strip is part of the Kasa smart home family of products, including plugs, switches, cameras and more. You can simply download the
Kasa Smart app, connect to Wi-Fi and enjoy. No special hardware is needed. 16 color zones and millions of colors are available for you to pick from and
create your own scenes.
You can also control multiple smart home devices with the Kasa Smart app or use your voice for added convenience. With Kasa, your home is never
more than a few taps away.
• Multicolor - Oers endless lighting possibilities with 16 million colors and dimming capabilities.
• Voice Control - Control your Light Strip hands-free with Alexa or Google Assistant.
• Set Schedules - Run your Light Strip automatically to t any event with the Kasa Smart app.
• Flexible and Easy Install - The exibility to bend and cut* allows you to stick it or place it in the exact spot you desire.
*Once cut, it cannot be reattached. Prevent accidental shocks by removing its power and then cutting along the strip’s indicator lines.
• Group and Scenes - Combine your strip with other Kasa devices for seamless control with a single tap.

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Set Up Your Smart Light Strip
Follow the steps below to set up your Light Strip via the Kasa Smart app.
Step 1. Download Kasa Smart App
Go to Google Play or the App Store or scan
the QR code below to download and install the
Kasa Smart app.
Step 2. Log In to Kasa Smart App
Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If
you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one rst.
Step 3. Add Your Devices
Tap +, select Device and your model to add
your new Light Strip. Follow app instructions
to complete the setup.

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Step 4. Connect All the Parts
Connect the Power Adapter, Controller and
the Light Strip before powering it up.
Note: When connecting the Light Strip to the Controller, make
sure the arrows point at each other.
Step 5. Power Up Light Strip
Plug in the power adapter and wait until the
Light Strip animates orange and green.
Note: Do not roll up when using. Spread out the Light Strip
before connect the power supply.
Step 6. Join Your Light Strip's Wi-Fi
Join your Light Strip's Wi-Fi to continue the
setup.

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Step 7. Join Your Home's Wi-Fi
Select your home Wi-Fi to connect.
Step 8. Setup Complete
Now you can start using your Light Strip.

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Install Your Smart Light Strip
After you have set up the Light Strip via the Kasa Smart app, you can cut it to length-t and attach it to any surface with the 3M adhesive.
To avoid damaging your Light Strip, please note the following Installation tips before installing the Light Strip.
≥90° LED
INSTALLATION
TIPS
Cut Only Along the Cutting Lines of Light Strip
You can custom tailor the length of your Light Strip with scissors.
Unplug the Light Strip and cut only along the cutting lines or your
Light Strip will no longer function.
Avoid Bending on LED Beads
The bend should be avoided just in the position of the LED
components, so as not to damage the product and aect the life of the
product.
Avoid Sharp Corners
Use gentle weeps when bending Light Strip around corners and avoid
creases as they may cause damage.
Avoid Sharp Turns
Carefully roll the Light Strip into a clover or use a gentle hill when
making 90° turns like those need behind a TV. Sharp bends can damage
your Light Strip.

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Step 1. Choose Location
Choose a location that avoids static and eases away from
splashing water. Find a clean, dry and smooth surface, then
wipe o the dust.
Note: Choose a location that avoids static and stays away from water splashing.
Step 2. Remove Adhesive Tape
Unplug the Light Strip rst. Slowly peel away the 3M adhesive
backing and take it out bit by bit.
Note: Do not peel o the tape under the 3M adhesive backing.
Step 3. Stick Light Strip
Stick the light strip and press it down for 10-15 seconds.
Secure the controller with the adhesive pads. Do not move
it to other place after it is attached.
Step 4. Power Up Light Strip
Plug in the power adapter to power on your Light Strip.
INSTALL
LIGHT
STRIP

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Main Device Control
After you successfully set up your Light Strip, you will see the Devices page on the Kasa Smart app. You can add new devices, control multiple devices
simultaneously in a group, congure account settings, and more.
Add a Group
Tap +and select Group to add a group for controlling multiple devices
simultaneously.
Tip: You need to add some devices before you group them together.
Congure Kasa Settings
Swipe right and you can congure
settings for your Kasa account or
get more information about Kasa.
Devices Page
On the Devices page, you can instantly
turn on/o the Light Strip, or tap a Light
Strip to adjust brightness or colors.
ON
OFF

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Congure Your Smart Light Strip
On the Devices page, tap a Light Strip and you can adjust the light brightness or color, set schedules, save a preset for a light eect, track energy
consumption and congure the Light Strip settings.
Power On/O At One Tap
Quickly power on or o your Light Strip with a
single button.
Adjust Brightness
Slide to dim your Light Strip with a range from
1% to 100%.
Adjust Color
Tap to choose a preferred color on the color
palette for your Light Strip.

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Add One-Tap Presets
To save a shortcut for a color eect, choose a color and brightness you
want, then tap + and the current eect will be saved for quick access.
Delete Presets
To delete a preset, just select one and tap ×, and then tap Delete.

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Add Eects
Tap and tap any color eect, then your Light Strip will go to the certain light eect instantly. You can also customize the color eect and apply it to
your Light Strip in Color Painting and Customized Eects.

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• Color Painting
Each part of your Light Strip can be set to dierent colors. Choose from a variety of animated eects for each part of your strip to enjoy a unique
lighting experience. Follow the steps below:
1. Tap Create New.
2. Tap the color palette and choose a color eect, then start painting on the Light Strip as you like.
Tip: If you don't want any color eect, just tap OFF beside the color palette and then tap the Light Strip.

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• Customized Eects
Your Light Strip provides you with multiple default lighting eects. You can select any of them and customize it as you want. Follow the steps below to
customize a lighting eect.
1. Tap Create New.
2. Select an eect to customize, then tap Next.
3. Customize the eect name, color eect and the animation speed as you want, then tap Save.
Select the color as you like.
Tap to let Kasa select random colors for
this light eect.
Slide to adjust the animation speed for
this light eect.

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Add Schedules
Tap to add schedules to simplify your daily routine by creating
automatic On/O actions.
Track Energy Usage
Tap to view and track energy consumption of your Light Strip.

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Congure Device Settings
Tap to congure device settings and check device information.
Customize the device name and icon.
Set the default state when your Light Strip is turned on from the app. For
example, if you select Last "ON" State and then turn it on from the app, your
Light Strip will go to the state when it was last turned on.
Set the default state when your Light Strip is turned on from the power
source. For example, if you select Last "ON" State and then turn it on from
power source, your Light Strip will go to the state when it was last turned on.
Check what's new with your Light Strip.
Check device and network information.
Check how to install your Light Strip.

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Create Scenes
A scene is a preset group of smart devices that can be customized and activated simultaneously at the touch of a button from your smartphone or
tablet, allowing you to easily set your mood, activity or t any special occasion. This page allows you to preset how your smart home devices should act
automatically at special occasions.
1. On the Scenes page, tap +. 2. Choose a default one or customize
a new scene.
3. Tap the Light Strip and set what would you like it to do when the scene
is run.

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4. Pick an icon for your Light Strip. 5. Set a name for the scene. 6. After created the new scene, tap
the scene to apply it.

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Schedule A Scene
After you created a scene, you can schedule it to be applied automatically at the time specied. For example, if you want to automatically apply your
scene "TV Time" at 7:33 PM every weekday, follow the steps below.
1. Go to Smart Actions page and
tap Add an Action.
2. Select Schedule a Scene. 3. Select a scene and set a time
schedule for the scene.
4. Give this schedule a name to
help you remember.