Whole Home Powerline Mesh Wi-Fi System Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Easy Setup | Powerline Backhaul AC1200 + AV1000 Whole Home Powerline Mesh Wi-Fi System User Guide Deco P9 1910012568 REV1.0.0 Contents About This Guide 1 Appearance 2 Set Up Your Deco 3 Dashboard 5 Wi-Fi Settings6 Parental Controls 7 QoS8 Advanced Features 9 Update Decos 13 Managers 14 Authentication 15 About This Guide This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Powerline Mesh Wi-Fi System and the Deco app, as well as regulatory information. Please note that features of Deco may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language and internet service provider. All images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only. Conventions In this guide, the following conventions are used:
Convention Description Deco Underline Teal Note:
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Stands for Deco Whole Home Powerline Mesh Wi-Fi System/
Unit. Hyperlinks are in teal and underlined. You can click to redirect to a website or a specific section. Key information appears in teal, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on. Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device. Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device. More Info Specific product information can be found on the product page at A community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://www.tp-link.com. https://community.tp-link.com. Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Help center of the Deco app and the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support. Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range, coverage, and maximum quantity of connected devices are based on test results under normal usage conditions. Actual wireless data throughput. wireless coverage, and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition. Seamless Roaming Disclaimer Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up. Performance may vary depending on the client device. 1 Appearance Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button. See the explanation below:
Yellow pulse:
Deco is resetting. Yellow solid:
Deco is starting up. Blue pulse:
Deco is ready for setup. Blue solid:
Deco is setting up. White pulse:
Deco is upgrading firmware. White solid:
Deco is registered and all is well. Red pulse:
Deco is disconnected from main Deco. Red solid:
Deco has an issue. Note:
For safety, only use the product in upright direction as the figure shows. Ethernet Ports:
For connecting Deco to your modem, the Ethernet outlet or other internet devices. Power Slot:
For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided power cable. Reset Button:
Press to reset Deco to factory default settings. 2 Set Up Your Deco Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System. 1. Download and install the Deco app Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the Apple App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet. 2. Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. If you dont have a TP-Link ID, tap Sign Up. The Deco app will guide you through the rest. 3. Connect Deco to your modem Find and power off your modem. Connect your Deco to the modem and power them both on. If you don't have a modem, connect the Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco. or 3 4. Select a location Select a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom. 5. Create your Wi-Fi network Set a network name and a password. These will be the name and password you use to connect your devices to Wi-Fi. 6. Add more Decos You can add more Decos to expand Wi-Fi coverage. The app will guide you through the process of adding more Decos one by one. 4 Dashboard After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can view the connected devices and their internet speeds, tap
(Internet) to check the working status of all Decos, and tap
(More) to display more features. View connected devices Check the working status of all Decos Display more features 5 Wi-Fi Settings You can change the network name and password of your main network, create a separate network for guests, and shake your device to share the network details easily with family and friends. Change main network settings Create a guest network Shake to share Wi-Fi 6 Parental Controls Create profiles for family members and specify the devices that belong to them. Set individualized parental controls including when and for how long each person can access the internet. Block inappropriate content and pause the internet if necessary. Parental Controls Select filter level Set time controls 7 QoSPrioritize devices to guarantee a faster network connection when you need it the most. QoS Select the total bandwidth Add devices 8 Advanced Features Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can configure and change settings according to your needs. Advanced features Change IPv4 settings Change IPv6 settings 9 Change VLAN settings Reserve IP addresses for specific devices Create port forwarding rules 10 Register a TP-Link DDNS domain name Enable fast roaming for wireless devices Control the LED on Deco 11 Change the operating mode Turn on/off notifications 12 Update Decos TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. Update Deco when prompted in the Deco app. Update Available Updating Deco Up-to-date 13 Managers Add friends and family members to help manage your Deco network. Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID. Managers Add a manager Manager list 14 Authentication COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Copyright 2019 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. is a registered trademark of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product 15 FCC Compliance Information Statement Product Name: AC1200 + AV1000 Whole Home Powerline Mesh Wi-Fi System Model Number: Deco P9 Responsible party:
TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6803 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 16 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated. Issue Date: 2019-05-15 17 CE Mark Warning This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power) 2412MHz2483.5MHz (20dBm) 5150MHz5250MHz (23dBm) EU declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at http://www.tp-link.com/en/ce RF Exposure Information This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body. Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states and EFTA countries. Canadian Compliance Statement This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canadas licence-
exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
18 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Lmetteur/rcepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dInnovation, Sciences et Dveloppement conomique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes :
1. Lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. Lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. Caution:
1. The device for operation in the band 51505250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
Avertissement:
1. Le dispositif fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz est rserv uniquement pour une utilisation lintrieur afin de rduire les risques de brouillage prjudiciable aux systmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mmes canaux;
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Dclaration dexposition aux radiations:
Cet quipement est conforme aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements IC tablies pour un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement doit tre install et utilis avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Industry Canada Statement CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Korea Warning Statements:
. 19 NCC Notice & BSMI Notice:
4.7.9.1 4.7.9.2 Pb PBDE PCB 1. 0.1 wt % 0.01 wt %
2. 3. Hg PBB CrVI Cd 20
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. Safety Information Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device. Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed. Plug the powerline devices directly into the wall outlets but not the power strips. Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk. Explanation of the symbols on the product label Symbol Explanation AC voltage Indoor use only Class II equipment RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment. 21