TP-LINK TAPO D235 (01) PDF Document

The TP-LINK TAPO D235 offers several features to enhance your home security:

• 2K 5MP Ultra-Clear Images: Provides high-resolution video with a spotlight to capture fine details, even in low light.

• 180° Ultra-Wide Diagonal FOV: A 180° diagonal field of view and 4:3 aspect ratio deliver full head-to-toe visibility.

• 10000mAh Battery Life: The rechargeable battery can last up to 365 days, depending on usage and settings.

• Color Night Vision: The spotlight enables high-fidelity color video at night.

• Dual Power Options: Can be powered by battery or hardwired. Hardwiring enables pre-roll footage.

• Quick Response: Use customizable, pre-recorded responses to communicate without speaking.

• Multiple Ways to Answer: Communicate with visitors using two-way audio or a recorded quick response.

• Flexible Storage Choices: Save videos on a microSD card (up to 512 GB, sold separately) or with a Tapo Care cloud subscription.

• Two-Way Audio: A built-in microphone and speaker allow for direct communication.

• IP66 Weatherproof: Designed for outdoor use with excellent waterproof and dustproof performance.

• Free AI Detection: Identifies people and vehicles and sends notifications as needed.

If you plan to hardwire the TP-LINK TAPO D235 into your home circuit, please ensure the following:

WARNING: Risk of Electric Shocks

• Your existing doorbell system must be wired (not battery-powered) and supplied by an 8-24V AC, 10VA Minimum transformer.

• Confirm your existing doorbell works by ringing it.

• Locate your existing doorbell chime.

• Make sure the installation area has a strong Wi-Fi signal.

• Always disconnect power at the fuse or circuit breaker before starting the installation.

• You can find detailed instructions in the Tapo app.

Installing the jumper wire bypasses the existing chime, allowing the TP-LINK TAPO D235 to receive sufficient power. This is only necessary for a hardwired installation with Always-On Mode enabled. Always take care to avoid electric shocks.

Step 1. Turn off the circuit breaker that powers your doorbell system. Confirm the power is off by trying to ring your doorbell a few times.

Step 2. Remove the cover from your existing chime box. It’s a good idea to take a photo of the current wiring for future reference.

Step 3. Slightly loosen the terminal screws for the “Front” and “Trans” wires (or “Rear” and “Trans” for a rear doorbell). Insert the two prongs of the provided jumper wire into these terminals.

Step 4. Tighten the screws to secure the jumper wire and replace the chime cover.

For optimal performance, follow these guidelines when installing your TP-LINK TAPO D235:

1. Install the doorbell on a flat, clean wall.

2. The recommended installation height is 1.2 m (4 ft) above the ground.

3. (Optional) Use the included mounting wedges to adjust the viewing angle. The horizontal wedge provides a 15° angle, and the vertical wedge provides a 5° angle.

4. Avoid placing the doorbell too close to a side wall. If you must, use a mounting wedge to angle the camera away from the wall to reduce reflected light, which improves night vision performance.

Follow these steps to stick your TP-LINK TAPO D235 to a smooth surface like tile, glass, marble, metal, or stainless steel.

Step 1. Attach the included 3M adhesive to the back of the mounting bracket. If using a wedge, first attach the bracket to the wedge with screws, then apply the adhesive to the back of the wedge. Note that the adhesive is for one-time use.

Step 2. If you are hardwiring, route the existing wires through the hole in the bracket. Wipe the wall surface with a dry cloth, then stick the bracket to the wall. Press it down firmly for 15 seconds to ensure it is securely attached.

Step 3. Mount the doorbell to the bracket:

• For Battery Power: Starting from the bottom, hook the doorbell onto the bracket and push the top until it clicks into place.

• For Hardwire Power: Connect the existing wires to the two terminals on the back of the doorbell and tighten the screws. If the wires are too short, use the included extension wires and wire nuts. Then, mount the doorbell to the bracket and turn the circuit breaker back on.

Follow these steps to mount your TP-LINK TAPO D235 to a wall using the included screws and anchors.

Step 1. Stick the mounting template to your desired location. Drill two holes (Ф=6 mm or 15/64 in.) as indicated on the template.

Step 2. Insert the two plastic anchors into the drilled holes. If hardwiring, route the wires through the mounting bracket. Place the bracket over the anchors and affix it with the two mounting screws. For uneven walls, it is recommended to stick the optional foam pad to the back of the bracket or wedge before mounting.

Step 3. Mount the doorbell to the bracket:

• For Battery Power: Starting from the bottom, hook the doorbell onto the bracket and push the top until it clicks into place.

• For Hardwire Power: Connect the existing wires to the two terminals on the back of the doorbell and tighten the screws. If the wires are too short, use the included extension wires and wire nuts. Then, mount the doorbell to the bracket and turn the circuit breaker back on.

Note: If you have trouble attaching the doorbell or it causes false anti-theft alarms, check if you tightened the mounting screws too much, causing the bracket to bend. Adjust the screw depth and reinstall the doorbell.

After installing the hardware, follow these steps to set up the device:

Step 1. Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play.

Step 2. Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have one, create one first.

Step 3. In the app, tap the ‘+’ button and search for your doorbell model. Follow the in-app instructions to complete the doorbell setup. Then, plug in your chime and follow the prompts to pair it with the doorbell.

Amazon Frustration-Free Setup (FFS) helps connect and set up Tapo smart devices in fewer steps by automatically using your saved Wi-Fi information. To use this feature, you must confirm the following:

• The new TP-LINK TAPO D235 supports Amazon FFS.

• The device was purchased from Amazon.

• You have an Amazon FFS-enabled Alexa device or router.

• You have previously saved your Wi-Fi information to Amazon by using an Alexa echo device.

• Your TP-LINK TAPO D235 and router are on the same network as your Alexa echo.

If the LED does not turn solid white 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.

Step 1. Open the Amazon Alexa app. Tap ‘More’ and select ‘Skills & Games’.

Step 2. Enter ‘Tapo’ in the search bar and choose the Tapo skill from the results.

Step 3. Tap the ‘ENABLE TO USE’ button.

Step 4. Log in with the TP-Link ID that is bound to your TP-LINK TAPO D235, and then tap ‘Authorize’. A message will confirm that Tapo has been successfully linked.

Step 5. Plug in your TP-LINK TAPO D235, and the setup should complete automatically within two minutes.

If the device displays on the Home page in the Tapo app, it means it has been successfully associated with your Amazon account and joined your Wi-Fi network automatically.

If the device does not display on the Home page, try setting it up manually. Tap the ‘+’ button in the app, select your device model, and follow the on-screen instructions.

You can manage your device from the Home Page and the Status Page within the Tapo app.

Home Page: Here you can check the doorbell’s battery, mark it as a favorite for easy access, and remove the device from your account.

Status Page (Live View): Tap on your doorbell from the Home Page to enter its Status Page. From here, you can:

• Switch to landscape mode.

• Make a video call.

• Adjust the volume.

• Select a preset quick response to communicate with visitors.

• Subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud storage.

• Choose whether to display detection tags (for people or vehicles) on the video.

• Watch multiple camera streams at once.

• Take a screenshot or record a clip.

• Use the ‘Talk’ function for two-way audio.

• Enable/disable Privacy Mode.

• Turn the spotlight on or off.

• Access Playback & Download to review event recordings and saved media.

In the Tapo app, go to your doorbell’s Status page and tap the gear icon to enter Device Settings. From there, select ‘Detection’. You can configure the following:

• Wake-up Settings: Choose what triggers the doorbell to wake up and record. You can select ‘Doorbell Pressed’ (only wakes when pressed) or ‘Event Detected’ (wakes when motion is detected).

• Detection Zones: Set specific areas within the camera’s view to monitor for motion, ignoring areas outside the zones.

• Detection Type & Sensitivity: Enable or disable specific detection types like Motion Detection, Person Detection, Pet Detection, Vehicle Detection, or Package Detection. For each active detection type, you can adjust the sensitivity level. Increased sensitivity results in more recordings and notifications, while lower sensitivity reduces unwanted alerts.

In the Device Settings, tap ‘Power Options’ to manage how your doorbell uses power.

For Battery Power:

• Check Battery Status: View the current battery level.

• Power Supply: Select ‘Battery Powered’.

• Working Mode: Choose from High Performance, Balanced, Power Saving, or a Custom mode to balance performance and battery life.

• Auto Power Saving Mode: Automatically switches to Power Saving Mode when the battery drops below 10%.

• Battery Usage: View wake-up times and battery level history for the past 7 or 30 days.

For Hardwire Power:

• Power Supply: Select ‘Hardwire Powered’. This requires the doorbell to be connected to your home’s doorbell circuit.

• Always-On Mode: When hardwired, you can enable this mode for active monitoring and 24/7 recording. This also enables Pre-Recording, which captures video from before a motion event is triggered. In this mode, the battery only charges to 70%-80% to prolong its life.

In the Device Settings, tap ‘Doorbell’ to access the following options:

• Doorbell Ring: Set the ringtone and volume for the doorbell itself.

• Paired Chimes: View and manage connected chimes or add new ones.

• Doorbell Video Call: When enabled, you’ll receive a full-screen ring call on your phone if the Tapo app is open when someone presses the doorbell.

• Spoken Language: Choose the language for the doorbell’s spoken prompts and responses.

• Anti-theft Alarm: When enabled, an alarm will sound if the doorbell is forcibly removed from its mounting bracket. Device resetting is disabled when this feature is active.

In Device Settings, go to ‘Storage & Recording’ to manage your microSD card.

• microSD Card Status: Check if the card is recognized and working correctly.

• microSD Card Recording: Enable this to save recordings to the card.

• Recording Schedule: Set a schedule for ‘Detection Recording’ (records only when motion is detected) or ‘Don’t Record’.

• Loop Recording: When enabled, the oldest recordings will be overwritten when the card is full.

• Record Sound: Choose whether to include audio in your recordings.

• Clip Settings:

– Retrigger Time: Set the cool-down period between event-triggered recordings (e.g., 5 sec).

– Record Buffer: Set how long the camera continues to record after motion is no longer detected (e.g., 6 sec).

– Maximum Clip Length: Set the maximum length for a single clip (e.g., 60 sec). Longer events will be split into multiple clips.

In Device Settings, go to ‘Video & Display’ to customize the video feed.

• Night Mode Settings: Choose from ‘Infrared Mode’ (black-and-white video), ‘Full-Color Mode’ (uses the spotlight for color video), or ‘Doorbell Mode’ (uses spotlight only when doorbell is rung).

• Video Quality: Select the video resolution, such as 2K 5MP or 960P. Higher quality requires a faster internet connection.

• Privacy Zones: Create custom zones on the screen that will be blacked out in recordings and live view to protect your privacy.

• Frame Rate: Choose the frame rate. A higher frame rate provides smoother video but may reduce battery life.

• Display Tag on Screen: Toggle whether to show detection tags (e.g., “Person”) on the video.

• Privacy Mode: You can enable Privacy Mode from the Device Settings page. When enabled, video streaming and recording features will be temporarily disabled to protect your privacy.

• Spotlight Settings: From the Device Settings, go to ‘Spotlight Settings’. Here you can adjust the brightness of the spotlight. You must first turn on the spotlight from the Live View (Status Page) to access these settings.

• Notifications: In Device Settings, tap ‘Notifications’. Here you can turn ‘Activity Notifications’ on or off. You can also enable ‘Rich Notifications’ to receive snapshots in your alerts. Choose which activity types trigger a notification and set a schedule for when you want to receive them.

• Share Device: In Device Settings, tap ‘Share Device’. You can invite family members via their TP-Link ID to manage the smart device with you.

• Never touch the product with wet hands.

• Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product.

• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

• Do not use the product if the casing has been broken due to danger of electric shock.

• Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.

• Do not place near automatically controlled devices such as fire alarms.

• Observe restrictions on using wireless products in fuel depots, chemical plants or when blasting operations are in progress.

• Do not use liquid to clean the product. Only use a dry cloth.

• Never put metal objects inside the product.

• This product is not intended for use when providing medical care. Consult the manufacturer of personal medical devices like pacemakers to determine if they are shielded from external RF energy.

• Do not use this product in health care facilities.

• The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust or high temperature and vibration.

• This product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.

• This equipment shall be installed at a height of fewer than 2 meters when sticking to a clean wall.

• Doorbell Operating Temperature: -20°C ~ 45°C (-4°F ~ 113°F)

• Chime Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

• Maximum installation height: 6ft (2m)

CAUTION!

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 flammable liquid or gas. Do not leave a battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.