TP-Link Tapo C310 User manual

User Guide
Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera
©2023 TP-Link 1910013445 REV2.2.0

Contents
About This Guide ···········································································1
Introduction ······················································································2
Appearance ······················································································3
Set Up Your Camera·····································································5
Set Up Using Amazon Frustration-Free Setup··············7
Install a microSD Card······························································11
Mount Your Camera··································································· 12
Install Waterproof Items··························································13
How to Reset Your Camera ··················································· 14
Authentication··············································································15

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About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to the Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera and the Tapo app, as well as regulatory information.
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 reect your actual Tapo Camera experience.
Conventions
In this guide, the following convention is used:
Convention Description
Blue Key information appears in blue, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on.
Underline Hyperlinks are in blue 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
• Specications 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 setup video and waterproof cable attachments video can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/.

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Introduction
Tapo C310 is a full-featured weatherproof security camera that you can access from anywhere. Receive instant notications when a person or motion
is detected to keep an eye on vital areas. The sound alarm will also trigger automatically to frighten away unwanted visitors.
Day or night, rain or shine, the Tapo camera protects what you love most.
• 2K Resolution – Reveals clearer images and more details than 1080p.
• IP66 Weatherproof – Helps Tapo C310 perform well even in harsh environments with rain and dust.
• Dual Powerful Antennas – Provides wider Wi-Fi coverage and more stable wireless connection with dual external antennas.
• Night Vision(Up to 98 ft) – Provides a visual distance of up to 98 ft (30 m) even in total darkness to always keep you safe.
• Activity Zones – Set up activity zones to only receive alerts that matter.
• Sound Alarm – Triggers sound eects to frighten away unwanted visitors.
• Local microSD Storage (Up to 512GB)* and Cloud Storage** – Save recorded videos to an installed microSD card (up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo
Care** cloud storage service.
*microSD card must be purchased separately.
**Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/
• Wired/Wireless Networking – Connect the camera to your network through Ethernet or Wi-Fi for more exible installation.
• Two-Way Audio – Communicate remotely with a delivery person in real time.

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Appearance
Front Panel
microSD Card Slot
Hold for 5s to reset Wi-Fi or
10s to factory reset camera
Speaker
RESET
MIC
Bottom Panel
DC Power Connector
Used to connect to a 9V DC
power adapter
Ethernet Port
Used to connect to a
network device
System LED
IR LED
Insert a microSD card
for local recording
microSD

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System LED Indication
Blinking red and green
(for Wi-Fi setup)
Blinking red slowly
(for Wi-Fi setup)
Solid amber
Blinking redquickly
Solidred
Solidgreen
Blinking greenquickly
Starting up
Connected to the cloud
Ready for setup
Connecting to Wi-Fi
Connected to Wi-Fi
or wired network
Camera resetting
Camera updating

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Set Up Your Camera
Follow the steps below to get started with your new camera.
Step 1. Download Tapo App
Get the Tapo app from the App Store or
Google Play, or by scanning the QR code
below.
Step 2. Log In
Open the app, and log in with your TP-Link ID.
If you don't have an account, create one rst.
Step 3. Add Your Camera
Tap the button in the app and select your
model.
OR

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Step 4. Congure Camera
Follow app instructions to set up your camera via wired or wireless connection (for setup only), and add it to your home network. After setup, you can
use your camera via wired connection or wirelessly.
Note: For Wireless setup, if your camera is connected to your router via an Ethernet cable, please unplug the cable rst.

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Set Up Using Amazon Frustration-Free Setup
What is Amazon Frustration-Free Setup?
Amazon Frustration-Free Setup can help connect and set up Tapo smart devices in fewer steps, without having to remember and re-enter your Wi-Fi
password on each device.
To use this feature, conrm the following:
● The new Tapo device supports Amazon FFS.
● The new Tapo device is purchased from Amazon.
● You have an Amazon FFS enabled Alexa device or router.
● You have saved your Wi-Fi information to Amazon by using Alexa echo.
● Your Tapo device and router are on the same network as your Alexa echo.
LED Indications during Amazon Frustration-Free Setup
LED Status
Blinking red and green Ready for setup
Blinking amber FFS setup in progress
Solid green Working properly
If the LED does not turn solid green after a long time, you can try to add the Tapo device manually. (Press the Reset button on your Tapo device once.
Then open the Tapo app, tap the + button on the page, select your device model, and follow the app instructions. )

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1. Open the Amazon Alexa app. Then tap More and select Skills &
Games.
How to use Amazon Frustration-Free Setup with Tapo devices
2. Enter Tapo in the search bar and choose Tapo.

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3. Tap the ENABLE TO USE button. 4. Log in with your TP-Link ID that has bound to your Tapo device, and tap Authorize. After authorized
successfully, the message Tapo has been successfully linked will come up.

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5. Plug in your Tapo device and the setup will complete automatically in two minutes.
For setting up more Tapo devices, just plug in and enjoy!
Done!
If this device displays on the Home page in the Tapo app, it indicates this device has been successfully associated with your Amazon account and
joined your Wi-Fi network automatically.
If this device does not display on the Home page in the Tapo app, try setting it up manually. (Tap the + button on the page, select your device model,
and then follow the app instructions.)

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Install a microSD Card
Follow the steps below to install the microSD card for local recording.
You can go to Camera Settings > microSD Card in the Tapo app to check the card status or format your card.
1. Loosen the screws on the bottom panel and remove the cover.
2. Identify the direction of the microSD card and carefully insert the card
into the slot. Push in the card until you hear a clicking sound.
microSD

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Mount Your Camera
When you nish adding your camera in the Tapo app, you can mount it on a wall with the provided mounting template and screws. Follow the steps
below to mount your new camera.
Note: Install the waterproof cable attachments for the network interface when the camera is installed outdoors.
1. Drill Holes
Stick the mounting template to the desired
mounting place. Drill 3 screw holes
according to the template.
2. Mount Camera
Note: After mounting the camera, remember to connect
it to a power outlet using the provided power adapter.
Insert three anchors into the holes and use the
screws to ax the camera over the anchors.
0° to 70°
0° to 360°
2.9±
1.8±20+0
-0.3
Ø6.0±0.2
3.0REF
0.8+0.15
-0
Depth：0.86-1.43mm

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Install Waterproof Items
When the camera is installed outdoors, please install waterproof items to waterproof your camera. Make sure each part is securely attached and the
water-proong rings are ush to keep out water.
Follow the steps below to install waterproof items.
Install Waterproof Seal for Power Connectors
Connect the camera to a power outlet using the provided power adapter. Install the waterproof seal for the power connectors when the camera is
installed outdoors.
Male Power Connector Waterproof Seal Female Power Connector
Install Waterproof Cable Attachments
1. Route the network cable through the following components in order: x 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 x nut to secure it to the waterproof jacket.
Fix Nut Waterproof
Ring
O-ring Network
Interface
Waterproof
Jacket

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How to Reset Your Camera
Follow the steps below to reset your camera via the Reset button.
You can also go to Camera Settings in the Tapo app and tap Remove Device at the bottom to factory reset your camera.
1. Loosen the screws on the bottom panel and remove the cover.
2. Press and hold the RESET button to reset the camera.
• Press and hold for 5s until the LED blinks red slowly: Reset Wi-Fi settings only
• Press and hold for 10s until the LED blinks red quickly: Reset to factory settings
Reset Button

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Authentication
FCC compliance information statement
Product Name: Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera
Model Number: Tapo C310/Tapo C310P2
Component Name Model
I.T.E. Power Supply T090060-2B1
Responsible Party:
TP-Link USA Corporation
Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618
Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]om
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this
transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.”
We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards,
FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
Issue Date: 2023-06-30
FCC compliance information statement
Product Name: I.T.E. Power Supply
Model Number: T090060-2B1
Responsible Party:
TP-Link USA Corporation
Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618
Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]om
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

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designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards,
FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
Issue Date: 2023-06-30

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Explanation of the symbols on the product label
Symbols may vary from products
Symbol Explanation
Class II equipment
Class II equipment with functional earthing
Alternating current
DC voltage
Polarity of output terminals
Indoor use only
Dangerous voltage
Caution, risk of electric shock
Energy efficiency Marking
Protective earth
Earth
Frame or chassis