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.