Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera, 2560 x 1440p, IP66, 360° Motion Tracking, Free AI Detection, White

Key Features

• 2K QHD Live View-Adopting a 2560 × 1440 resolution, TC42 provides 1.7 × more pixels and delivers sharper images than 1080p
• Starlight Color Night Vision-Enhances your security by revealing brighter, full-color images and vivid details even in low-light conditions with built-in spotlights and the starlight sensor
• 360° All-Round Protection-Enjoy 360° horizontal and 130° vertical views with motion tracking to eliminate blind spots. Activate patrol mode to cruise among multiple custom points
• Comprehensive AI Detection-Smart AI accurately identifies people, pets, and vehicles while featuring tamper and line-crossing detection, minimizing false alerts and unnecessary notifications
• Flexible Connections & Reliable Networking-Connect your camera via Wi-Fi or Ethernet for flexible installation. Powerful dual antennas ensure connectivity up to 492ft in open areas.*
• IP66 Weatherproofing-Offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios. It works well in rain, dust, and heat
• Customizable Sound and Light Alarm-The ultra-bright adjustable light deters unwanted visitors, while custom audio alarms offer further use
• Secure Local & Cloud Storage-Save crucial moments to a microSD card† (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud storage‡ after a 30-day free trial, ensuring you never lose important footage
• Two-Way Audio-Enables communication through a built-in microphone and speaker

Description

2K QHD Resolution & Starlight Color Night Vision
TC42 offers enhanced video quality with a 2560 × 1440 resolution, providing 1.7× more pixels and sharper images than 1080p. At night, its built-in spotlights and starlight sensor reveal brighter, full-color images and vivid details, enhancing your security.

360° All-Round Protection
Enjoy 360° horizontal and 130° vertical views with motion tracking to eliminate blind spots. Activate patrol mode to cruise among multiple custom points.

Comprehensive AI Detection
Smart AI accurately identifies people, pets, and vehicles while featuring tamper and line-crossing detection, minimizing false alerts and unnecessary notifications.

Flexible Connections & Reliable Networking
Connect your camera via Wi-Fi or Ethernet for flexible installation. Powerful dual antennas ensure connectivity up to 492ft in open areas.

Build to Withstand Water & Dust
With IP66 weatherproofing, TC42 offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios. It works well in rain, dust, and heat.

Customizable Sound and Light Alarm
The ultra-bright adjustable light deters unwanted visitors, while custom audio alarms offer further use.

Secure Local & Cloud Storage
Save crucial moments to a microSD card† (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud storage‡ after a 30-day free trial, ensuring you never lose important footage.

All in the Tapo App
Easy Setup
Follow the detailed instructions in the Tapo app and choose the right mounting location and angle.

Smart Playback
Quickly find and download moments of interest by choosing the event type or sliding the timeline.

Tapo Sharing
Invite your family members to manage the camera together.

Multiple Installation Options
Use the mounting screws, template, and loops to install on any wall, ceiling, or pole for the perfect view—wherever you want.

Customizable Activity Zone
Customize detection zones to receive alerts for your most important areas.

Two-Way Audio
Communicate directly with the outdoors for your convenience.

Physical Privacy Mode
Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.

Specifications

Performance
Infrared (IR) cut-off filter	Yes
Type	IP security camera
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Placement supported	Indoor & outdoor
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)	Yes
Day/night mode	Yes
Cable length	3 m
Virtual assistant	Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant
Built-in light	Yes
Design
Weatherproof	Yes
Form factor	Spherical
Product colour	Black, White
Mounting type	Ceiling/Wall/Pole
Protection features	Dust resistant, Heat resistant, Rain proof, Snow resistant, Weather resistant
LED indicators	Yes
International Protection (IP) code	IP66
Camera
Field of view (FOV) angle	112°
Camera pan control	Yes
Camera tilt control	Yes
Lens viewing angle, horizontal	95°
Lens viewing angle, vertical	53°
Lens viewing angle, diagonal	112°
Progressive scan	Yes
Image sensor
Sensor type	CMOS
Progressive scan	Yes
Optical sensor size	25.4 / 3 mm (1 / 3")
Lens system
Number of lenses	1
Maximum aperture number	1.6
Digital zoom	12x
Fixed focal length	3.2 mm
Night vision
Night vision	Yes
Night vision distance	29.9 m
LED type	IR
Infra-red wavelength	850 nm
Video
Noise reduction	Yes
Image quality adjustment	DNR
Maximum resolution	2560 x 1440 pixels
Video formats supported	H.264
Supported graphics resolutions	2560 x 1440
Supported video modes	1440p
Frame rate	30 fps
Total megapixels	4 MP
Audio
Built-in speaker(s)	Yes
Built-in microphone	Yes
Network
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Supported network protocols	TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP
Works with the Google Assistant	Yes
Works with Amazon Alexa	Yes
Live view	Yes
Channel bandwidth	2400 MHz
Storage
Maximum memory card size	512 GB
Card reader integrated	Yes
Built-in HDD	No
Compatible memory cards	MicroSD (TransFlash)
Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Security
Alert notification type	Push notification, Snapshot alert message
Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features	Human detection, Line crossing detection, Moving object, Pet detection, Vehicle detection
Video motion detection	Yes
Security algorithms	128-bit AES, SSL/TLS, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA3
Active tampering alarm	Yes
Built-in siren	Yes
Siren noise level	93 dB
Management features
Reset button	Yes
Cloud-managed	Yes
Power
Power source type	AC, DC
Power consumption (max)	7.65 W
AC input voltage	100-240 V
AC input frequency	50/60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)	3.75 W
DC output voltage	9
DC output current	0.85 A
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	-30 - 60 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-40 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Package type	Box
Width	123.8 mm
Depth	90 mm
Height	123 mm
Weight	396.84 g
Cable length	3 m
Packaging data
Package type	Box
Packaging content
Number of cameras	1
Screws included	Yes
Package type	Box
Mounting kit	Yes
Mounting brackets included	Yes
Manual	Yes
Packaging content	TC42 Camera Power Adapter Mounting Anchors Mounting Screws Bracket Screws Mounting Template Mounting Bracket Waterproof Seal Waterproof Cable Attachments Quick Start Guide