TP-Link Tapo TC42 Outdoor Pan/Tilt 2K Wi-Fi Security Camera

Overview

TC42

Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera

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.

Specifications

CAMERA

Image Sensor

1/3" Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor

Lens

Focal Length: 3.2 mm

Aperture:

F1.6

Field of View:

112 (Diagonal), 95 (Horizontal), 53 (Vertical)

Night Vision

850 nm IR LED (98 ft / 29.9 m)

Full-Color Night Vision

Lighting

2× Built-in Spotlights

Interface & Button

1× Ethernet Port

1× RESET Button

1× MicroSD Card Slot (Up to 512GB)

Pan/Tilt Range

Pan Mechanical Range: 340 (360 Pan Coverage)

Tilt Mechanical Range: 90 (140.7 Tilt Coverage)

VIDEO & AUDIO

Maximum Resolution

2K QHD 4MP (2560 × 1440 px)

Frame Rate

15/20/25/30 fps (Default 15 fps)

Digital Zoom

12x

Video Compression

H.264

Live View

Yes

Image Enhancement

3DNR

WDR

Audio Input & Output

Built-in Microphone and Speaker

Audio Communication Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation

Siren Volume

93 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance)

STORAGE

Local Storage

MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB)

Cloud Storage Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required)

DETECTION and NOTIFICATIONS

AI Detection Motion Detection

Person Detection

Pet Detection

Vehicle Detection

Line-Crossing Detection

Tamper Detection

Activity Zones Yes

Output Notification System Notification

System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services)

NETWORK

Network Connectivity Connect via Wi-Fi or Ethernet

Wireless Connectivity IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi

Ethernet Port 1× 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port on Camera

RTSP Yes

ONVIF Yes

SECURITY

Security On-Device Machine Learning

128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS

WPA/WPA2-PSK

GENERAL

Smart Integration Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa

Weather Resistance IP66

System Requirements Tapo App: iOS 9.0 or higher, Andriod 4.4 or higher

Mounting Options Ceiling-Mounted

Wall-Mounted

Pole-Mounted (Pole-Mounting loops required but not included)

Operating Temperature -30 ~60 (-22 F~140 F)

Storage Temperature -40 ~60 (-40 F~140 F)

Operating Humidity 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing

Storage Humidity 0~90% RH, Non-condensing

Dimensions( W X D X H ) 4.9 × 4.8 × 3.5 in (123.8 × 123 × 90 mm)

Certifications CE, FCC, RoHS, RCM

What's in the box
1 x TC42 Camera
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Set of Mounting Anchors
1 x Set of Mounting Screws
1 x Set of Bracket Screws
1 x Mounting Template
1 x Mounting Bracket
1 x Waterproof Seal
1 x Set of Waterproof Cable Attachments
1 x Quick Start Guide