If you need to reset your Kasa camera, then this is the right place. In this article we will show how you can easily and quickly factory reset any Kasa camera regardless of the model and type.
Kasa cameras are well received by the consumers considering their affordable price and relatively decent image quality. However, if the camera is exhibiting various issues, or not working properly, or not connecting to the internet, then it may be wise to reset the camera to factory defaults.
The Kasa camera can be reset using two methods: manually using the reset button and through the app. It all depends on the model. Below we’ve listed tips and suggestions based on TP-link (the manufacturer) user guides.
How to reset my Kasa camera
Some common issues that can be solved by resetting the camera to factory default: unresponsive camera or app, distorted image, abnormal lag, unstable picture, unstable internet connection, etc.
Additionally, you may want to reset the camera if it has stopped working completely, or you’re not receiving alerts, or the image looks frozen. .
Reset the Kasa camera by using the reset button
Most Kasa cameras come with a physical reset button that is located at the base of the camera. Actually the steps depend on the camera models. We’ve listed them below.
Kasa Security Camera 1: While the camera is powered on, press and hold the reset button for at least 15 seconds until the LED blinks amber quickly. After that the camera will reset to factory default and reboot.
Kasa Security Camera 1: For this type of camera, you need to remove the magnetic housing on the back of the camera first, then you can find the reset button. While the camera is powered on, press and hold the button for at least 15 seconds until the LED blinks amber quickly. Then the camera will reset to factory defaults and reboot.
Kasa Pan &Tilt Security Camera: For the PTZ camera, tilt the camera and bring the lens up. Press and hold the reset button for at least 15 seconds until the LED light on the device blinks amber quickly. Then the camera device will reset and reboot.
Press and hold the reset button for at least 15 seconds until the LED light on the device blinks amber quickly. The camera will reset and reboot.
For another type of Kasa wire-free camera: while the camera is on, press and hold the Sync button on the side for at least 15 seconds until the LED light on the device blinks amber quickly. Once you do that, the camera will be reset to factory settings.
Reset the Kasa camera via Kasa Smart app
Another method to reset the camera is by deleting it via the Kasa Smart app. This is a convenient way to factory default the camera if you’re unable to access its physical button. Follow the steps below.
Navigate to the devices page and swipe your camera left. After doing this, tap Delete and then tap Remove Device at the bottom of the page to remove the camera. The camera will be removed from your TP-Link account, and the camera will be reset to its factory settings.
Conclusion
If you cannot reset your Kasa camera using these methods, follow this procedure: Ensure that the camera can be powered on. Leave it power on for about 10 minutes then try again to reset using the reset button or deleting it from the phone app.
If the issue is still the same, then you should contact the TP-Link technical support or the seller. All the instructions listed here, including the diagrams, are part of TP-Link tech guides.
