M4R AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System 14. User Manual

 

Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Easy Setup AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System User Guide Deco M4/M4R 1910012443 REV1.0.0 Contents About This Guide 1 Appearance 2 Set Up Your Deco 3 Dashboard 5 Wi-Fi Settings6 Parental Controls 7 Advanced Features 8 Update Decos 12 Managers 13 Authentication 14 About This Guide This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home 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. 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. MU-MIMO Disclaimer Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO. Conventions In this guide, the following conventions are used:

Convention Description Deco Underline Teal Note:

Tips:

Stands for Deco Whole Home 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 https://www.tp-link.com. A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss our products at https://forum.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. Appearance Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports and a power slot. 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. 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 adapter. 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, check the working status of all Decos, and manage your network. View connected devices Tab the icon to check Deco status Tab the icon to 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 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 8 Reserve IP addresses for specific devices Set up port forwarding rules Register a TP-Link DDNS domain name 9 Change VLAN settings Enable fast roaming for wireless devices Control the LED on Deco 10 Turn on/off notifications Change the operating mode 11 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 12 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 13 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 2018 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. is a registered trademark of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product 14 FCC STATEMENT Model T120120-2B4 Product Name: AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System Model Number: Deco M4/M4R Component Name I.T.E POWER SUPPLY 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. 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. 15 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. FCC compliance information statement Product Name: I.T.E POWER SUPPLY Model Number: T120120-2B4 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 16 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. 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) 2) Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 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. This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Issue Date: 2018-09-29 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) operation temperature: 0C ~ 40C 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. Restricted to indoor use. Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dIndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes :

1. lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

2. lutilisateur de lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement 18 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;

2. For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and The high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices. 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;

2. Le gain maximal dantenne permis pour les dispositifs avec antenne(s) amovible(s) utilisant la bande 5725-5850 MHz doit se conformer la limitation P.I.R.E spcifie pour lexploitation point point et non point point, selon le cas. En outre, les utilisateurs devraient aussi tre aviss que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont dsigns utilisateurs principaux (c.--d., quils ont la priorit) pour les bandes 5745-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. 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:

PCB Pb Cd Hg CrVI PBB PBDE 1. 0.1 wt % 0.01 wt %

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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 any other chargers than those recommended Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed. Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us. For EU/EFTA, this product can be used in the following countries:

BG ES LI PT BE EL IT PL Explanation of the symbols on the product label AT EE IS NO Symbol DC voltage Indoor use only CH FI LT RO CY FR LU SE CZ HR LV SI DE HU MT SK DK IE NL UK Explanation 21 Symbol 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. Explanation 22