How to set up a default preset in Tapo C520ws

How to set up a default preset in Tapo C520ws

How to set up a default preset in Tapo C520ws
How to set up a default preset in Tapo C520ws
2025-04-23 08:48:59 - last edited 2025-04-25 08:40:38
Model: Tapo C520WS  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: 1.2.9

Hi everyone,

 

I'm using the Tapo C520WS camera and wanted to ask if there's a way to set a default/home position that the camera automatically returns to.

Specifically:

  1. Is there a way to manually configure this default position?

  2. Will the camera return to this position:

    • After a power reset?

    • If a shared user manually moves it using pan/tilt controls?

    • After motion tracking moves it to follow activity?

Just want to make sure it stays pointed where I want it most of the time. Appreciate any help or tips from those familiar with the model!

 

Thanks in advance!

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Re:How to set up a default preset in Tapo C520ws-Solution
2025-04-25 07:27:20 - last edited 2025-04-25 08:40:38

  @Lily_js 

 

Customize default viewpoint is not supported. 

 

  • After the camera reboots, it will return to the default center position. 
  • After manually rotating the camera, it will remain in the adjusted position, regardless of whether operated through the owner or guest account. *If the patrol mode is enabled, it will automatically return to the preset angle and continue its patrol. How to set up Patrol Mode on Tapo cameras
  • After motion tracking, the camera will return to the start position.
     

 

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Re:How to set up a default preset in Tapo C520ws
2025-04-23 09:33:35

  @Lily_js 

How to set a "Home" Preset (Manual Configuration):

  1. Open the Tapo app.
  2. Go to your C520WS camera.
  3. Tap on the Pan & Tilt control.
  4. Move the camera to your desired "home" view.
  5. Tap Presets (star icon).
  6. Tap "+" to save the current position as a preset (you can name it “Home”).

Hope this helps you. Good luck!

 

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2025-04-25 07:27:20 - last edited 2025-04-25 08:40:38

  @Lily_js 

 

Customize default viewpoint is not supported. 

 

  • After the camera reboots, it will return to the default center position. 
  • After manually rotating the camera, it will remain in the adjusted position, regardless of whether operated through the owner or guest account. *If the patrol mode is enabled, it will automatically return to the preset angle and continue its patrol. How to set up Patrol Mode on Tapo cameras
  • After motion tracking, the camera will return to the start position.
     

 

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