Tapo C510W - how to trigger spotlight when detecting movement?

Tapo C510W - how to trigger spotlight when detecting movement?

Tapo C510W - how to trigger spotlight when detecting movement?
Tapo C510W - how to trigger spotlight when detecting movement?
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Model: Tapo C510W  
Hardware Version: V2
Firmware Version: 1.2.1 Build 250919

Recently picked up four C510W cameras, looking forward to cams which connect directly to my WiFi rather than via a dedicated hub.

 

I'm looking to replace my Yeskamo camera set up - the feature of which I appreciated most was camera spotlight activated when motion detected - after dark. 

 

I presumed the C510W would offer a similar feature since it has a) motion sensor b) integrated spotlight.

 

To this point I've found it's possible to:

1. turn the light on/off

2. set light to come on via triggering an alarm - BUT THE LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF

3. spotlight permanently on during night mode using (video & display) Full Color Mode

 

I've tried, unsuccessfully, to configure through:

. (video & display) Night Mode Settings

. (alarm) Camera Alarm (Type: Light, Duration: 30 Sec) - result is FLASHING

 

Can anyone advise what settings I need to configure to achieve: spotlight on for, say, 30 seconds, after dark - when motion detected?

 

Apologies if the above seems a complicated use case - but it's what my existing set up does easily, and there are various benefits I've come to enjoy!

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Re:Tapo C510W - how to trigger spotlight when detecting movement?
14 hours ago

  @wiimixer 

Hi,  
The following instructions may help you select the suitable settings. It's recommended to choose the Smart Mode on the Night Mode Settings page.
Tapo Camera Day/Night Mode Selection Guide: Best Settings Recommendations for Different Scenarios

Best Regards

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