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General Questions about Kasa Cam Outdoor
For all Kasa Cam’s basic information, please click here for details.
Below are some general questions about Kasa Cam Outdoor only.
Q1: How should I clean the surface of the Kasa Cam Outdoor?
You can clean dirt off your Kasa Cam Outdoor using a damp washcloth and wiping the edges off. We recommend caution when wiping the face of the camera so that you do not scratch the lens.
Q2: Do I need a hub for the Kasa Cam Outdoor?
Some Kasa Cam Outdoors are hub free and designed to work straight out of the box with your existing wireless network. All you need to get started is a safe and covered outlet for you to plug the camera AC adapter into, for example, KC200.
While some must work with a Kasa Hub and users will need to add the Hub first on Kasa APP, for example, KC300.
Q3: How far can I place the Kasa Cam Outdoor from my Wi-Fi router?
The average range of Kasa Cam Outdoor cameras can be 25-50 feet away from the router. This range varies based on your router model, home type and wireless interference. You can test your camera’s signal strength from the device settings menu from within the app.
Q4: Is Kasa Cam Outdoor battery powered?
Only KC300S2 and KC310S2 support battery-powered, the other Kasa Cam Outdoor can only be powered by being plugged into an electrical outlet.
Q5: Is KC200 completely wire free?
The kasa cameras are not completely wire free, as long as you need to power them on with the provided power cord.
However, kasa cameras are wirelessly connected to your Wi-Fi network after successfully setting them up.
Q6: Is there an extension cable for KC200?
We do have the extension cable for KC200, and its model is KA200E. Please click here for more details.
Q7: How do I turn my Kasa Cam Outdoor Siren on/off?
From the live view screen, tap the siren icon to be taken to the siren on/off button. Tap once to trigger the siren, tap again to disarm it.
Q8: What can I do if bugs are triggering my Kasa Cam Outdoor?
If your Kasa Cam Outdoor is placed in an area where dust or bugs are a problem, you can change the minimum motion duration setting. You can configure the minimum motion duration found in the Privacy and Sensitivity tab of your camera setting. Refer to the question “How can I reduce the number of false alerts I receive from my Kasa Cam Outdoor?”
Questions Regarding Kasa Care Subscriptions
Q1: Do I have to purchase Kasa Care individually for each of my cameras?
Kasa Care services have Plus and Premium plans.
If you subscribe to the Plus plan, you need to subscribe to the Kasa Care service for each camera individually.
The Premium plan applies to per Kasa account. After you subscribe to the Premium plan, up to 10 cameras bound to the Kasa account can enjoy the Premium plan.
Please see FAQ-1962 for details on plans and pricing.
Q2: When will my Kasa Care subscription start and when will I be billed?
Your Kasa Care subscription starts on the day after your set up the camera successfully. You can select to use the free plan or purchase a monthly/yearly subscription. You will be billed on the same day when your monthly/yearly subscription is activated.
Subscriptions automatically renew, and users can cancel the plan before the next bill date to avoid being billed for the next cycle.
Note: With a free plan you’ll only have access to your last 12 hours or 2 days of video history depending on the Kasa Cam’s model number. You may opt-out by Canceling the paid plan before your trial ends.
Q3: How do I change my Kasa Care payment information?
You will be able to change your payment information at any time through the Kasa app. Launch the Kasa app, click on the “ME” icon at the lower right corner of your screen, go to Kasa Care, and then click on Payment to change your payment information.
Kasa Care only allows for one payment card on file at a time. Notifications of transactions, subscription and payment issues will be sent via email.
Q4: Can I change my billing cycle?
Yes, you change your billing cycle for each Kasa account. When changing from an annual to a monthly plan we will refund you for the remaining unused days of Kasa Care.
You can change your billing cycle by selecting Kasa Care from the side bar, canceling your current subscription and creating a new subscription.
Q5: How do Kasa Care subscription renewals work?
Your Kasa Care subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of the billing cycle unless you choose to cancel the service.
General Questions about Kasa Care
We released the new Kasa Care service in 2020. For detailed information about the new Kasa Care service, please refer to What is Kasa Care.
Here is what you might want to know about the new Kasa Care service.
Information related to the free trial
Q1: Is there a free trial for the Kasa Care plan?
With the new Kasa Care service, every Kasa account is eligible to sign up for a free trial for the new Kasa Care plan once.
To view the Kasa Care plan, From the Kasa APP > Tap’Me’ on the bottom> Select Kasa Care
Q2: Can I get a free trial for the new Kasa Care if I already had a free trial of the legacy Kasa Care plan?
Yes! Every Kasa account is eligible for a one-time free trial of the new Kasa Care services.
Q3: How many free trials can I have for the Kasa Care plan?
Each Kasa account is eligible to sign up for a free trial once.
Q4: Can I cancel a free trial?
Yes. You can cancel a free trial at any time from the Kasa app. Do note, however, that your account will not be eligible for another free trial after the cancellation.
Information related to User Migration
Q5: How to migrate from the legacy Kasa Care plans to the new Kasa Care plans
If you have active legacy Kasa Care subscriptions for your Kasa Cameras, you can migrate to the new Kasa Care plan on your Kasa app. To view your options, open the sidebar by tapping the “≡” button in the upper left corner of the Kasa app and select Kasa Care.
To migrate and upgrade, please click on “Upgrade to New Plans” and you will be taken to the new Kasa Care ‘Select Services’ screen. You could just follow the subscription instructions to finish the migration. All legacy Kasa Care subscriptions will be terminated, and the prorated refund will be issued to your credit or debit card on file.
You can also cancel your existing subscription first and subscribe to a new Kasa Care plan later. Upon cancellation, all legacy Kasa Care subscriptions will be terminated, and the prorated refund will be issued to your credit or debit card on file.
Please note that once you’ve completed all the steps of “Upgrade to New Plans” or “Cancel Subscription,” you cannot purchase the legacy Kasa Care plans again.
Migration is one way and cannot be undone.
Please contact TP-Link support if you see a message reporting that “This subscription cannot be refunded” while migrating to the new Kasa Care plan.
Q6: Do I still have access to the legacy Kasa Care’s free features after I cancel my legacy service?
First, you will be refunded when you cancel the legacy Kasa Care Plans. After cancellation, your Kasa Cameras will automatically revert to the legacy Kasa Care’s free features:
· KC100 and KC110 will still have 12 hours of free cloud storage for 2 years from the original setup date.
· KC120 and KC200 will still have 48 hours of free cloud storage for 2 years from the original setup date.
· KC300 will still have 48 hours of free cloud storage for 1 year from the original setup date.
· KC310 will still have 12 hours of free cloud storage for 1 year from the original setup date.
Depending on the camera, you will have one or two years of free cloud storage.
Any paid subscriptions will not pause the countdown clock on your free storage.
Please note that once you’ve canceled a legacy Kasa Care plan or migrated to a new Kasa Care plan, you cannot subscribe to the legacy Kasa Care plans again.
Q7: Can I keep my existing legacy Kasa Care plan for my Kasa Camera?
Yes. You can keep your existing legacy Kasa Care plan. However, if you cancel or make changes to your plan, you will not be able to return to the legacy plan. You can switch to a new Kasa Care plan anytime from the Kasa app.
Q8: Can I alter my legacy Kasa Care plan?
You cannot make other changes to your legacy Kasa Care subscriptions.
You can cancel your legacy Kasa Care plan or migrate to a new Kasa Care plan at any time.
Plan cancellation and change
Q9: Can I cancel or change my Kasa Care subscription?
Yes. Your Kasa Care plan cancellation/change will take effect immediately. All video history outside of the new plan limits will be erased and cannot be recovered.
Either a prorated refund or a prorated credit will be issued accordingly.
If you still have one or more cameras in your Kasa Care subscription, you’ll get a prorated credit applied to your next bill.
Note: Your Kasa Care subscription can either be billed monthly or annually. You can found the current billing cycle (next invoice date) by tapping on the Kasa Care in the sidebar of the Kasa app.
If you wish to change your billing cycle, you may tap on the Kasa Care in the sidebar, canceling the current subscription and create a new one.
Refund Policy Summary Table
| Billing Cycle | Canceling your plan | Downgrading your plan (moving from Premium to Plus plan) |
| Monthly/Annual | Effective Date: Camera subscription canceled immediately.
Refund: Prorated refund |
Effective Date: Camera moved to Plus plan immediately.
Refund: Prorated credit |
Other Questions
Q10: Can I add more than 10 cameras to one premium plan subscription?
No. The maximum number of cameras under one Premium Plan subscription is 10. If you want to enable Kasa Care service for more than 10 cameras, you can sign up for another Kasa account or change all cameras to Plus Plan. Plus Plan subscriptions are per camera and there is no maximum camera limit.
Q11: Can I subscribe to both Plus and Premium Plans at the same time for one Kasa account?
No. Only one subscription type is allowed per Kasa account.
Q12: Does my Kasa camera still have a free cloud recording?
When you register for a Kasa Cam, you can enjoy the free Kasa Care service depending on the model number of the camera.
With the free service, you will have access to 12 hours or 2 days of video history for the Kasa cameras.
Note： The other cameras don’t have free cloud recording except the models listed below.
| Models | Inclusive Free Recording |
| KC100 | Rolling 12-hour video history for 2 years |
| KC105/EC60/KC400/KC410S/KC420WS | No free cloud recording
(Add microSD card to enable free local 24/7 recording) |
| KC110 | Rolling 12-hour video history for 2 years |
| KC115/EC70 | No free cloud recording
(Add microSD card to enable free local 24/7 recording) |
| KC120 | Rolling 2-day video history for 2 years |
| KC200 | Rolling 2-day video history for 2 years |
| KC300 | Rolling 2-day video history for 1 year |
| KC310 | Rolling 12-hour video history for 1 year |
Note: The 2-year/1-year free plan begins after the camera is set up successfully.
Q13: Does my Kasa camera still have a free plan if I cancel my subscription plans?
Yes! You always have the Free Plan for the Kasa camera. When you cancel the paid plan, the camera will go back to the free plan with 12 hours or 2 days of video history. Please note the free plan starts timing after the camera is set up successfully. The free plan will be unavailable only when it expires.
Q14: Can I Retrieve a clip that shows “No longer available”?
No, there is no way to retrieve these clips. Some users may want to see clips labeled “no longer available” in the Kasa app. These clips are not available since they are not stored on our server anymore.
You cannot retrieve these clips by subscribing to a Kasa Care plan, either.
Q15: Why can’t I use the manual recording feature on KC105 or KC115?
If you cannot see the manual recoding button on the live view page of the camera, it is likely that you have not subscribed to the Kasa Care Plan, thus there is no free cloud recording for the KC105 or KC115.
After the subscription, you will see the recording button and use the manual recording feature, the clip recorded will be saved to the activity center.
Q16: What’s the difference between a free plan and a free trial?
The free plan refers to 2-day or 12-hour Free cloud storage accompanied by the camera itself (depending on the model no. of the camera), which you can enjoy without subscribing to Kasa Care. The old models of Kasa Cameras, including KC100, KC110, KC120, KC200, KC300, and KC310 have this feature, while the new models that support SD cards do not have the free plan (free cloud storage).
Free Trial is a trial for a limited period when users subscribe to a paid Kasa Care.
The current offer is a 30-day free trial. This probation period may be changed at any time. We have not guaranteed the length of a free trial.
Q17: What types of cards are supported for payment?
We currently support Visa, Maestro, Mastercard and American Express for payment.
All four brands are supported for payment, including credit and debit cards for these brands.
Cancel or Downgrade Kasa Care service on Web Portal
If you made the subscriptions from the Kasa Care Web portal or in the old Kasa app (versions before Dec 2022), you can downgrade or cancel the service on Web portal , this article will introduce some points for attention.
If you made the subscriptions in the Kasa APP app (after Dec 2022 app update) please refer to this FAQKasa Care Cancellation and Refund
Q1: If I cancel Kasa Care, will it terminate immediately?
A: Yes, when you choose to cancel the subscription, the Kasa Care plan and service will stop immediately.
Q2: Can I receive refund after cancelling?
A: After cancelling the service, you’ll be issued either a prorated refund or a prorated credit. If you’ve cancelled your Kasa Care subscription, you’ll get a prorated refund. If you still have one or more cameras in your Kasa Care subscription, you’ll get a prorated credit applied to your next bill.
Q3: Can I view cloud video clips after cancelling?
A: No, all video history outside of the new plan limits will be erased and cannot be recovered. But you can also watch the clips which are no more than 30 days.
Q4: How can I cancel the Kasa Care service?
A: Log in to the Kasa Care official website https://kasa.tplinkra.com/ , and then choose the Kasa Care subscription and Tap on Cancel Subscription, reconfirm if you want to unsubscribe, and click REMOVE, the service will be cancelled immediately.
Q5: Could I downgrade my previous plan?
A: Yes, log in to the Kasa Care official website, and then subscribe to the new service you want to downgrade, then you will switch to the new service.
The Refund Policy Summary Table from website as below:
| Billing Cycle | Cancelling your plan
(moving from the Plus/Premium plan to Free plan) |
Downgrading your plan
(moving from Premium to Plus plan) |
| Monthly/Annual | Effective Date: Camera moved to Free plan immediately.
Refund: Prorated refund |
Effective Date: Camera moved to Plus plan immediately.
Refund: Prorated credit |
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How can I buy a Kasa Care subscription for my camera
You can subscribe to the Kasa Care plan from the Kasa app or from the Kasa Care web portal.
This FAQ will guide you step-by-step to make a new subscription.
1. To subscribe to a new Kasa Care plan, open Kasa APP, and access Me-> Kasa Care.
2. Click “Add Plan” to add the new Kasa Care service.
3. Choose the service you want to buy and click Subscribe.
4. Pay for it from APP Store.
5. Select the camera you want to add to the plan, the camera selected will be applied Kasa Care features after the subscription. If you do not see your camera in the list, please make sure it has the latest firmware and have internet access.
From the Kasa Care Web Portal or Andriod
1. If you use web portal, login the Kasa Care website(https://kasa.tplinkra.com) with your TP-Link ID;
If you use Android APP, open your Kasa APP and access Me->Kasa Care.
2. Click Add Service and choose the Kasa Care plan you want to use.
3.Select the cameras you want to add in the plan.
4.Choose the Billing Cycle you prefer, yearly or monthly.
5. Add your credit card info and pay for it.
If you need any help with Kasa Care, contact TP-Link technical support .Please try to provide the following information for us to better help with your case:
1.Your TP-Link ID
2.A screenshot of Error or a screenshot of Kasa Care payment record with Order ID.
If you need further assistance contact TP-Link Customer Support here.
What are activity notifications?
Kasa Cam utilizes your smartphone’s push notification feature to alert you of activity. When your camera detects any activity (sound and/or motion based on your camera settings), it will send a push notification to your mobile device. Tapping on the notification will take you to “Activity” tab in your Kasa app. From there you can view a video recording of the activity.
Step 1: Example of push notification
How do I turn on or off activity notifications on my mobile device?
Kasa Cam utilizes the push notification of your smart phone to inform you of detected activities by the camera. This feature can be turned on during or after the installation process. This guide will show you both.
During installation:
While going through the setup process, the app will remind you to enable the notification feature. If you tap “I don’t want to be notified, then you may need to turn on this feature manually after the installation process.
After installation:
Method 1:
1: Open your Kasa app, tap the “three lines icon” on the top left corner, and then click on “Settings”.
2: Tap “Notifications”, click on the camera which you want to enable notification function. Here we take KC120 as an example.
3: Enable “Activity Notifications”, if you select “Always” in the page, you will receive notifications all the time. If you select “Custom Time”, you can custom a time period when you will receive the notifications.
Note: If your enable “Automatically Limit Notifications”, Kasa app will limit the frequency of notifications you receive to no more than one notification per five minutes regardless of activity.
Method 2:
Here we take KC120 as an example.
1. Click on KC120, then click on the “three lines icon” on the top right corner, go to the Device Settings page.
2. Click on “Notifications”.
3. Enable “Activity Notifications”, and then select “Always” or “Custom Time” as your desire.
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What is Kasa Care?
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Kasa Care is a cloud-based service that allows users to view and download activity recordings from a Kasa Cam.
When you purchase a Kasa Cam, you can subscribe to our advanced plan to enjoy our Kasa Care cloud service.
Your Camera’s activity recordings are stored on the cloud and associated with your Kasa account. You can review, download, and share these recordings within certain days in the activity center on your Kasa app.
You could choose either Plus Plan or Premium Plan for your account.
The subscription is associated with the account, you can add cameras to the plan or remove cameras from it on Kasa APP.
| Plus Plan | Premium Plan | Free Plan | |
| Pricing | Pay monthly: $3 per month, per camera OR Pay annually: $30 per year, per camera | Pay monthly: $10 per month, per account OR Pay annually: $100 per year, per account | Free |
| Service items | Per Camera
• 30 Days of Video History
• Manual Clip Recording
• Video Sharing
• Activity Notifications with Snapshots
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Per Account
• 30 Days of Video History
• Manual Clip Recording
• Video Sharing
• Activity Notifications with Snapshots
• Up to 10 Cameras
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Available with or without a cloud storage plan
• Live Streaming
• Push-to-Talk
• Activity Zones
• Activity Notifications
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* 30 days of video history – With 30 days of video history, you can see every event captured by your camera through a clip. The video history includes an activity recording clip, a snapshot of the detected activity, and the time the activity was recorded over the past 30 days
* Video sharing – Just tap the share button and you can quickly post your Kasa Cam clip to your preferred social media platform or share it directly with your friends and family. You can also download Kasa Cam clips to your mobile phone or tablet to keep them for long-stem storage.
* Rich notifications – When your Kasa Cam detects motion or sound, you’ll be alerted with a push notification featuring a snapshot of the detected activity, letting you decide at-a-glance if you need to respond now or later.
* Up to 10 Cameras – Kasa Care Premium represents fantastic value for multi-camera households, giving you access to all paid Kasa Care features for up to 10 cameras; it’s the way to go if you have four or more cameras.
Free cloud recording offering:
When you set up a Kasa Cam, you can enjoy the free Kasa Care service depending on the model number of the camera. With the free service, you will have access to 12 hours or 2 days of video history for the Kasa cameras
To access video history for more than 12 hours or 2 days, you have to upgrade to one of our paid subscription plans.
* Kasa Cameras that support SD card does not have this feature, you need to upgrade to one of our paid subscription plans to use the cloud storage and the features such as “Manual Recording”, “Activity Notifications with Snapshots”
| Models | Inclusive Free Recording |
| KC100 | Rolling 12-hour video history for 2 years |
| KC105/EC60 | No free cloud recording
(Add microSD card to enable free local 24/7 recording) |
| KC110 | Rolling 12-hour video history for 2 years |
| KC115/EC70 | No free cloud recording
(Add microSD card to enable free local 24/7 recording) |
| KC120 | Rolling 2-day video history for 2 years |
| KC200 | Rolling 2-day video history for 2 years |
| KC300 | Rolling 2-day video history for 1 year |
| KC310 | Rolling 12-hour video history for 1 year |
Note: The 2-year/1-year free plan starts timing after the camera is set up successfully.
Do I have to create a Kasa account to be able to use the camera?
*Note: All Kasa Cams require and only work with the Kasa for Mobile App
Yes, if this is your first Kasa device, you will be asked to create an account when you add your first camera. A Kasa account will allow you to manage the Kasa Cam and other Kasa devices. After you create your account you’ll be sent a verification email to complete the registration process.
Step 1: Tap Create Account
Step 2: Type in your Email address and set a password
Step 3: Confirm the email address and tap Continue
Does Kasa Cam have Night Vision?
*Note: All Kasa Cams require and only work with the Kasa for Mobile App
Yes, Kasa Cam comes equipped with Night Vision. Kasa Cam’s Night Vision will allow you to see what’s happening up to 30 feet in darkness. There might be slight difference in the distance of Night Vision, please click here for more details.
You can access the Night Vision settings through Camera Settings with the following options: Automatic, Off, or Always On.
Step 1: Go to your Camera’s page on the Kasa App and tap on the settings button
Step 2: Tap on Night Vision
Step 3: Choose your night vision option and tap Save.
*Note: If your camera has been placed in front of a window, you may experience some glare from the infrared LEDs used for night vision. You may need to turn off night vision to the reduce the glare. Placing the camera next to a wall’s edge may also affect how night vision works.
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General Questions related to Kasa Smart Cameras
Part 1：Installation Questions
Do I need an account to be able to use a Kasa Smart camera?
Yes, All TP-Link apps and services require the creation or use of a TP-Link ID. This is a universal account that is used to manage and access your TP-Link apps or services. One account can be used across multiple apps or services, so if you use products such as Deco, Kasa or Tapo all you have to do is create one account to access them all. You can refer to FAQ 1961 for more information.
What are the requirements to use the Kasa App?
Please download and update the latest version of the app from Google Play or the App Store. OS requirements may change with future app releases. Check your app store for information on the latest requirements.
Note: Currently, there are no plans to support other operating systems such as Windows, Mac or Linux. Kasa is only available on Android and iOS devices.
What encryption types do Kasa cameras support?
Kasa cameras currently support WEP, WPA/WPA2, and WPA3(some models) encryptions.
Portal, WPA/WPA2-enterprise, and open/unsecured networks are not supported.
Note: Kasa smart devices do support hidden SSIDs.
What bands do Kasa cameras use?
KC120 and KC200 support both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. All of the other Kasa Cameras support 2.4GHz only.
What do the Kasa Camera’s LED colors mean?
| System LED Colors | Status |
| Solid amber | Rebooting |
| Alternating amber and green | Ready to Configure |
| Flashing red | Connecting to Wi-Fi |
| Flashing green | Connected to Wi-Fi |
| Solid green | Bound to Cloud |
| Flashing amber | Resetting to Factory mode |
How do I mount my Kasa Camera?
Use the provided mounting equipment and follow the in-app guide for mounting your camera.
Part 2：Motion Detection and Notification Questions
How do I adjust the Camera’s detection sensitivity?
Navigate to the camera Device Settings page on the Kasa App, then tap Privacy and Sensitivity where you can find settings to change the sensitivity of the detection to a lower/higher level.
What does the Notification Frequency option do?
This option allows you to reduce the number of notifications in a particular period of time. One notification for every 5 minutes of activity. This is useful when monitoring a particular busy area.
Why clips or snapshots in the Activity Center when motion detected?
If you are using the local storage option or have not subscribed to Kasa Care you will still receive a notification if activity is detected but there will not be a recording to review in the activity Center.
For local storage go to Cameras > tap on the Camera > tap 24/7 recording to review record activity.
Does Kasa camera support email notification when it detects an activity?
No, Kasa cameras only support Push Notifications.
Part 3：Live View Questions
Who can manage my camera and view recordings?
Only individuals who have signed into the associated Kasa account can view your camera and recordings. All video streams and activities associated with your camera are private and can only be viewed by those signed into the Kasa Account.
*Note: We recommend that you never share your account information with anyone.
Can I view multiple Kasa cameras at the same time?
A preview for all cameras can be found under the Camera tab. Simply tap the play button on each preview to view what the camera is currently looking at.
Can multiple accounts/devices view the Kasa camera at the same time?
Yes, up to 10 users can be logged into your account at the same.
What should I do if the screen of my camera has an abnormal color (pink, purple, green, etc.)?
How long can I view the Live stream of a Kasa camera?
Part 4: Third-Party Questions
How do I view a Kasa camera on a computer?
At this time Kasa Cameras do not support RTSP so viewing a camera’s stream on a computer is not possible.
What 3rd Party Home Assistants are supported?
Bother Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are supported. This is a cloud-to-cloud integration and you will be required to connect your Kasa Account to their service in order to use voice control or view the livestream on a compatible device, like Nest Hub or Alexa show.
For Amazon Alexa: http://www.tp-link.com/us/faq-1952.html
For Google Assistant: https://www.tp-link.com/us/faq-1558.html
*Note: Refer to this link to know the commands the camera supported. For security purposes on/off commands are not available for voice control.
Part 5: Audio & Video Questions
How do I adjust the volume of the Kasa camera from the Kasa APP?
Tap on the camera tab, then tap on the camera you want to adjust. In the lower right corner you should see a speaker button. Tap and use the slider to adjust the camera’s microphone volume.
What should I do if the audio from the Kasa camera sounds muffled?
Make sure there are no other devices causing interference. If there are you may want to relocate them or the camera.
*Note: view the livestream in the same room as the camera can cause feedback on the speaker
Why there is no audio in the recordings from my Kasa Cam?
Part 6: Recordings & Clips Questions
Does the Kasa camera support manual recording?
Yes, however you will need to have a Kasa Subscription in order to trigger manual recording.
How can I delete recordings of Kasa camera from Kasa APP?
Tap on the Activity tab, then tap on the recording. Tap on the options button and select delete.
Do Kasa Cameras support 24/7 recording?
Yes, all current Kasa cameras support 24/7 recording. This feature requires local storage via a MicroSD card (sold separately).
Can you delete 24/7 recordings using the Kasa App?
When using the 24/7 recording feature the oldest recordings are automatically overwritten. You can delete all contents by reformatting the MicroSD card in use.
How can I download a clip to my PC?
For 24/7 recordings simply take the cameras MicroSD card and using a adapter transfer the contents from the card to your computer
For cloud storage you will need to download the individual clip to your phone and then sync it to your PC or use a cloud storage, like Dropbox or iCloud to access and download the clip to your PC.
Can I restore deleted recordings?
No. Deleted records are not recoverable.
How long will a clip be stored on a MicroSD card?
This depends on the size of the MicroSD card and the video quality used.
Use the chart in this FAQ to choose the right memory card for you.
Part 7: Other Questions
How secure are Kasa cameras?
Kasa Cameras use industry-standard AES 128-bit encryption with SSL/TLS.
How much data will my Kasa camera use when watching live video or uploading the clips to Cloud?
This depends on the resolution used. On average the usage should be no more than 5Mbps
How many Kasa cameras can be managed by one account?
There is no limit unless you are using Kasa Care’s account-based plan. If that is the limit is 10 cameras
What should I do if I’ve forgotten my password?
You can refer to this link to solve your problem.
How do I change the email address of my Kasa App account?
There is no current way to change the email address. You can create a new TP-Link ID, however, you will need to remove the devices from the old account and rebound them to the new one.
*Note: If you are using Kasa Care services you will need to cancel the account and resubscribe under the new account.
How do I switch to another Kasa account in the Kasa APP?
You will need to log out of the current account and login with the new one. Kasa APP ->Me ->View Account -> Log Out ->Login
But please note if your Kasa devices have already been bound to the previous account, you will need to remove those devices first from the old account and bind them to the new one, here is the guide for unbinding them from the old account. Or you could reset the devices manually.
Can I still use my Kasa camera if there is no internet?
You can use the camera or watch the live view without an internet connection, but please ensure both your phone and the camera are connected to the same wireless network.
Note: Motion detection or any other service associated with the TP-Link Cloud will not work if there is no internet access.
How long is a Kasa Camera’s power cord?
10 feet
How do I turn off the camera?
Open the Kasa app and on the main screen tap the “power” button next to the camera. This will enable privacy mode and stop all recording and monitoring until privacy mode is disabled.
How do I turn on or off the green LED on the front of the Kasa camera?
If you want to turn on or off the green LED on the front of the Kasa camera, navigate to your camera’s live view screen and access the device settings. Scroll down to a toggle switch for Status LED.
How do I use Push to Talk (PTT)?
Like a walkie-talkie, you can use a Kasa Camera to communicate with those around the camera. Simply press and hold the microphone button in the Kasa app. Once you hear the chime you can begin to speak. Release the button to allow for the other person to respond.
Why can’t I hear the sound of the camera when clicking the “Push to Talk” button on the camera?
Our camera’s 2-way audio is half-duplex. It can only send or receive at a given time.
Can KC300 and KC310 use the same hub?
Yes! The hub (KH300/KH310) supports both KC300 and KC310 at the same time, the maximum limit of the cameras connected is 16 cameras for 1 hub.
What is the meaning of Class 10 in SD cards?
SD cards are divided into Class 0/2/4/6/10 according to different read and write speeds. Class 10 is one of the faster-speed classes of SD card flash memory. It’s suggested to use an SD card whose read and write speed is Class 10 or above.
How to set up the Schedule feature?
On the live screen, there is the Schedule icon. Customers can set a time to turn off or on the camera.
When the camera is off, its video stream service is disabled, which means you cannot live view, and would not get any detection or notification. The camera is in standby mode.
What’s the subscription plan for Kasa Cam?
The subscription plan is also called Kasa Care. Refer to the FAQ link for details: https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/1962/
KASA SMART CAMERA FAQ
How Do I Remove my Kasa Cam?
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*Note: All Kasa Cams require and only work with the Kasa for Mobile App
iPhone:
Find your camera on the device list in your Kasa App. Swipe to the left to remove the camera.
Android:
Find your camera on the device list in your Kasa App. Select and Hold to Remove.
Through App Settings:
Step 1: From the Camera’s page, open settings and click Delete on the bottom.
Step 2: Read the warning and click Delete Device
Note: Be aware that when you remove your camera the following will take place:
Your Kasa Cam will be removed from your account and restored to factory settings.
All configured settings and notification settings will be removed.
When removing the camera, your existing recordings will not be deleted and your subscription recording plan will remain unchanged.
How Do I Setup my Kasa Cam?
Please following the instructions step by step in this article to go through the entire setup process, then you can control the Kasa Cam with your Kasa app.
Before we begin:
1. Please download Kasa Smart from App Store or Google Play and install it on your smartphone.
2. Connect your smartphone to your home Wi-Fi network.
3. Plug your Kasa Cam into a power socket.
Here we use KC120 for example
Step 1: Open the Kasa App
Log into your cloud account. Please refer to the link to sign up if you don’t have a cloud account.
Step 2: Tap “+” button to add a Kasa Cam, select “Add a Device”, and choose “Cameras” icon according to your model number.
Step 3: Follow the instruction on the Kasa app to power on the Kasa Cam, and wait for the light to blink orange and green.
If the light does not blink orange and green, please reset the Kasa Cam as per UG/QIG.
Step 4: Connect your phone to the Kasa Cam’s Wi-Fi network.
For Andriod:
Kasa will look for your Kasa Cam automatically, and it will take about a minute.
If you have a problem with this step, please go to Settings->Wi-Fi on your smartphone and manually connect to Kasa Cam’s Wi-Fi network (same as iOS).
For iOS:
You need to connect to the Kasa Cam’s Wi-Fi network manually, please go to Settings->Wi-Fi on your smartphone and manually connect to Kasa Cam’s Wi-Fi network (which is named Kasa_Cam_xxxx), and then go back to the Kasa app to continue the setup process.
Step 5: Choose your home network to connect, enter the password of your home network.
Step 6: Name your Kasa Cam
Step 7: Enable Activity Notifications. If you enable this function, your camera can alert you whenever it detects motion. If you don’t want to be notified, click on “I don’t want to be notified”.
Step 8: Follow the instruction to mount your camera. If you do not want to do it now, click on “No Thanks”, and we have completed the setup of Kasa Cam.
Where Can I Place my Kasa Camera
*Note: All Kasa Cams require and only work with the Kasa for Mobile App
Kasa Cam is an indoor only camera that can be placed on any flat surface or vertically mounted using the magnetic base or the mounting accessories provided.
When selecting a location to place your Kasa Cam we suggest an area that has a clear field of view, and no obstacles that may interfere with your viewing experience. Areas that face your front or back doors are typical locations.
Mounting Options:
Mounting with Magnetic base:
Mounting with Mounting Plate
Placement on a Flat Surface
With the Kasa Cam’s Adjustable arm you are also able to place the camera on any flat surface.
How do I move my camera to a different wireless network?
*Note: All Kasa Cams require and only work with the Kasa for Mobile App
You can change the wireless network by resetting your camera, and then following the regular setup process.
Step 1: With your camera plugged in remove the back cover.
Step 2: Using a paperclip press the reset button for 5 seconds.
Step 3: Once the LED is blinking amber and green launch the Kasa App and click on Add device.
Step 4: tap Choose from Pre-configured Devices.
Step 5: You will have an option Reset my Device or Don’t Reset my Device. If you are just changing the wireless network choose Don’t Reset my Device.
*Note: Be aware that selecting RESET MY DEVICE will return your camera to factory defaults removing your current camera settings, and will delete all activity and clips associated with your camera.
What are the sensitivity settings and how do I control them?
*Note: All Kasa Cams require and only work with the Kasa for Mobile App
There are two sensitivity settings: Motion and Sound.
Motion sensitivity indicates how little or how much activity must occur to trigger a notification.
Sound sensitivity indicates whether you want to listen for noise or not.
You can access the camera sensitivity settings from the device details page. For motion sensitivity and when sound sensitivity is enabled, your options are more sensitive, normal or less sensitive.
How to View the Recordings on a Kasa Camera
You will need to log in to your Kasa account in the Kasa app to view your camera’s recorded clips.
Note: If the camera enjoys the Kasa Care service, the clips uploaded to the cloud server are maintained based on your Kasa Care subscription plan.
Method 1: Viewing Cloud Recordings
You will be directed to the Live View page of the camera if you tap the Watch Live button.
If you tap the More button on the clip, you can download/Share/Remove the clip.
Method 2: Viewing Locally Stored Clips
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