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More Management Methods

1. Download the 

VIGI Security Manager

 on your 

computer at 

https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/vigi-s

ecurity-manager/

.

2. Install the 

VIGI Security Manager

 and open it. 

3. Cameras on the same network as your computer 

can be automatically discovered. Go to 

Settings 

Discovered Devices

, click 

+ Add

 to activate your 

discovered cameras by setting passwords, and 

follow the instructions to add your cameras.

Method 1: Via the VIGI Security Manager 

(Windows only)

You can also access and manage your cameras via any of the methods below.

View live video and modify camera settings on 

your computer.

Method 3: Via a Web Browser

View live video and modify camera settings via a 

web browser.

1. Find the camera's IP address on your router’s client 

page.

2. On your local computer, open a web browser and enter 

https://camera's IP address 

(https://192.168.0.60 by 

default).

3. Select your Country/Region and Time Zone.
4. Set a password to activate the camera.
Done. You can view the live video on the Preview page, and 

go to the Settings page to change camera settings.

Method 2: Via the TP-Link VIGI App

Remotely view live video, manage cameras, and 

get instant alerts.

2

Use Your Camera with an NVR

VIGI NVR

Monitor

Network Device

(e.g., Switch or Router)

The camera works with an NVR for easier batch access and management.

*Here we use a VIGI NVR as an example.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What can I do if no cameras are discovered?

• Refresh to discover your camera again.
• Make sure the camera is powered on.
• Make sure your camera and NVR/computer are in the same subnet. If not, 

use the 

VIGI Security Manager

 to set camera’s network parameters. 

• Try to add your cameras manually.
• For other NVR brands, make sure you have activated the camera by setting 

a password via the 

VIGI Security Manager

 or 

TP-Link VIGI

 app. 

Q2: How do I know the camera is powered on?

• The IR LED will turn on for about 10 seconds once the camera is powered on. If 

it’s off, you can cover the lens for several seconds and check if the IR LED turns 

on.

• Check the LED status of the network device your camera is connected to. 

For more questions, please refer to

https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2850/

• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.

• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.

• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

• Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant 

provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. 

The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/ 
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant 

provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) 

Regulations 2016.

The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/ 

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Step 2. Power On the Cameras

Power on your cameras with the PoE power supply 

or an external power supply.  

Note: Some models do not have the power supply interface. You can 

check the detailed specifications on the product page at 

https://www.tp-link.com/.

Step 1. Connect the Hardware

Connect your cameras to the same network as your 

NVR (as shown above). 

Step 3. Add Cameras with the NVR

Before you start, make sure the NVR is working properly.

1. Right click on the Live View screen and click 

Add 

Camera

2. Select your camera and click 

+

 to add your camera 

directly. If you have disabled Plug and Play on your 

NVR, create a password or use a preset password 

for your camera.

Note: If you can’t find your camera, refer to FAQ-Q1.

Done!

 

You can now view live video and manage cameras.

Using your cameras with other NVR brands:

 

Step 1:

 Power on your cameras and connect them to the network.

Step 2:

 Activate the camera using the 

VIGI Security Manager

 or 

TP-Link VIGI

 app (refer to the next section).

Step 3:

 Refer to the NVR’s User Manual to add cameras.  

1. Download and install the 

TP-Link VIGI

 app.

2. Open the 

TP-Link VIGI

 app and log in with your 

TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, sign up first.

3. Tap the 

+

 button on the top right and follow the app 

instructions to activate and add your cameras.

or

For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and more 

information, please visit

 https://www.tp-link.com/support

, or simply 

scan the QR code. 

Note

Some models do not support web managment. You can 

check the detailed specifications on the product page at 

https://www.tp-link.com/.

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