TP-Link Tapo S500 User manual

User Guide
Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch
Tapo S500
©2023 TP-Link 1910013327 REV1.0.0

Contents
About This Guide ··························································································1
Introduction ·····································································································2
Appearance ·····································································································3
Wire Your Switch····························································································4
Set Up Your Switch ······················································································7
Main Device Controls·················································································8
Schedule ········································································································10
Away Mode····································································································12
Timer·················································································································14
Check Runtime····························································································16
Device Sharing····························································································17
Smart Actions······························································································18
Device Settings ·························································································23
How to Reset Your Switch·····································································24
Authentication·····························································································26

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About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to the Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch 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 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/.

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Introduction
Make your traditional lighting smart with the Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch. Turn your lights on and o with your voice, or control them from your phone.
Smarter with Sensor
• Voice Control – Manage your smart switch with simple voice commands via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Samsung Bixby.
• Remote Control – Instantly turn connected devices on/o from wherever you are through the Tapo app.
• Schedule – Preset a schedule to automatically manage devices.
• Auto-O – Automatically turns o a connected device after the device is left on for a set time.
• Away Mode – Randomly turns devices on and o at dierent times to give the appearance that someone is home.
• Easy Installation – Interchangeable Load and Line terminals guarantee hassle-free installation
• Smarter with Sensors – Create Smart Actions triggered by Tapo smart sensors for greater automation.

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Appearance
On/O
Button
Restart
LED
Reset
Button Explanations
Restart
Reset
Press and hold for about 5s to reset
Wi-Fi while keeping other settings.
Press to restart your switch.
Press and hold for about 10s to restore
your switch to factory default settings.
LED Status
Starting up; disconnected
from cloud.
Solid amber
Blinking amber
Blinking green
White
Solid red
Stay green for 30s
Blinking amber & green
Connecting to Wi-Fi.
Ready for setup.
Device resetting.
Light fixture is off.
Disconnected from Wi-Fi.
Connected to Wi-Fi.
Blinking green slowly Firmware upgrading.

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Wire Your Switch
Follow the steps below to wire your Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch. If you are not familiar with basic electronical wiring, please consult an electrician.
Before You Start
1. Prepare Baisc knowledge of Wiring
• Ground: Usually green or copper.
• Neutral: Usually white, not connected to the dumb switch.
• Line: Usually black and coming from the circuit breaker.
• Load: Usually black. One end is connected to the light.
Note: If you are unsure, consult a qualied electrician.
2. Prepare Your Tools
Prepare a philips and slotted screwdriver, pliers, wire strippers and a voltage detector.
3. Check Wi-Fi Strength
Make sure your switch is in a area with strong Wi-Fi signal.

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Step 1. Turn O Power and Remove the Wallplate
Turn o the circuit breaker. Then remove the old wallplate of the wall
switch and label the wires.
Step 3. Label and Connect the Wires
Label the wires. Use the wire nuts to connect your smart switch to the
wall box as shown below.
Wire Your Switch
Step 2. Expose Your Switch Wiring
Remove the screws securing your old switch to the wall box. Gently
pull the switch out and disconnect wires from the old switch.
Note: No need to distinguish between Line and Load wires.
MISE EN GARDE
Risque d'électrocution - Haute tension. Débrancher l'alimentation électrique avant d'utiliser.
CAUTION
Risk of Electric Shocks - High Voltage - Disconnect power supply before servicing.

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Step 4. Install Smart Light Switch
Gently fold all of the wires back into the wall box. Line up the switch
with the mounting holes. Secure it with screws.
Step 5. Attach the Wallplate and Turn on Power
Attach the wallplate and turn on the circuit breaker. Then the wiring is
nished.

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Set Up Your Switch
Follow the steps below to set up your switch.
Step 1. Download Tapo App
Get the Tapo app from the App Store or
Google Play, or by scanning the QR code
below.
OR
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 Switch
Tap the button in the app and select your
switch. Then follow app instructions to set up
your switch.

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Home Page
This page lists all your devices you've added and you can view them
directly and manage them easily. Tap your switch to enter the Status
page.
Main Device Controls
After setting up your device successful, you will see your switch listed on the home page. You can manage it from anywhere at any time with the Tapo
app.
Status Page
You can turn on or o your device in this page. You can also congure
advanced features like Schedule, Away Mode, Timer to control your device
according to your daily rountine.

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

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Step 1: Go to Status page and swipe up. Tap to set a schedule. Step 2: Tap on the top right corner.
Schedule
Set schedules for your switch to automatically turn on/o at set times to simplify your daily routine.

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Step 3: Set the time and frequency to turn on/o your device
automatically.
Done!
You can see the set schedule listed in the Schedule page.

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Step 1: Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Tap to set Away
Mode.
Step 2: Set the time period and the repeating frequency.
Away Mode
Set your device to turn on and o randomly during a set time period to make the appearance that someone is at home.

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

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Step 1: Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Tap to set a
countdown timer.
Step 2: Set the time period and whether to turn on or o the switch after
the time ends.
Timer
Set a countdown timer for your device to automatically turn on/o after the timer ends.

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Done!
The timer is counting down. You can also see the time counting down in
the Home page.

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Go to Status page and swipe upforward. You can the runtime for today,
past 7 days and past 30 days.
Check Runtime
Check how long the switch has been running today, for the past 7 days, or for the past 30 days.

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Go to Status page and swipe upforward. Then tap Device Sharing. Tap Share and then enter the TP-Link ID of your family member.
Device Sharing
Share your device to your family by entering their TP-Link ID.

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Option 1: Edit based on the routine actions
1. Go to the Smart Actions page and you will see the
Featured Actions (Shortcut or Automation).
2. Tap on a featured action. Tap EDIT to change the settings as needed and tap APPLY
to save changes.
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.