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Name: TP-Link - Tapo Outdoor Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Camera with Solar Panels (4-Pack) - No Monthly Fees - White
Brand: TP-Link
SKU: 6581709
Price: 359.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (103 reviews)

TP-Link - Tapo Outdoor Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Camera with Solar Panels (4-Pack) - No Monthly Fees - White

Model:: TC85 KIT(4-pack); |
SKU:: 6581709

User rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars with 103 reviews.

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QuestionI will get: Micro SD card Questions 1-With an SD card in the camera, will the TP-LINK App let me to watch recordings? 2-Once the MicroSD card is full, will it need to be replaced or will the camera be smart enough to record over the older footage?
Asked 1 year ago by Kim809.
- Answer Hi! Yes, the Tapo app allows you to view recorded footage stored on the Micro SD card (not included). The camera will overwrite the oldest footage first once the card reaches full capacity.
  Answered 1 year ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionDoes it record 24/7
Asked 1 year ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hi! Tapo Battery-Powered cameras are not designed or advertised for 24/7 continuous recording. However, these cameras do offer 24/7 motion detection, and will record activity when detected. You can customize detection parameters and sensitivity via the Tapo app to cater to your monitoring needs.
  Answered 1 year ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionDoes this pack comes with the Magnet mount for the camara as well?
Asked 1 year ago by RajSteve.
- Answer Hi! No, this pack is designed for hardware mounting for each camera - either to the Solar Panel + Mount Assembly, or to another surface if desired, using the included mounting hardware.
  Answered 1 year ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionDoes this camera needs internet to function? I live in the countryside and there are a lot of power offs and I need a camera that works even when there is no internet or with really slow internet. Also the weather is really rainy and humid.
Asked 1 year ago by Itzel.
- Answer Hi Itzel, The camera requires Wi-Fi and Internet connectivity during setup; however, once set up, it can record locally to a Micro SD card (not included), even when Wi-Fi or Internet connectivity is lost, as long as it maintains power.
  Answered 11 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionWhat SD card is recommended for this camera?
Asked 11 months ago by Squally.
- Answer I don’t recall seeing it in the specs. I currently use 128GB with no issues
  Answered 11 months ago by AntoniaS
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QuestionCan I record through WiFi to a hard drive
Asked 3 days ago by JamesA.
- Answer Hi jallen30043, Yes, if you use the Tapo H500 HomeBase, which supports installing a hard drive (sold separately) for video storage for supported Tapo Cameras. For more information on the H500 HomeBase: https://www.tp-link.com/us/home-networking/smart-hub/tapo-h500/
  Answered 2 days ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionCan motion detection be configured to start recording from a specific time?
Asked 2 weeks ago by J.
- Answer Yes, you can schedule the specific time range for when a camera records detections and when it doesn't.
  Answered 2 weeks ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionCan you use these cameras without WIFI
Asked 3 weeks ago by gary.
- Answer Great Question, Gary!. Yes and No. If you are using local recording via a MicroSD card, the camera will still capture detection events even if the wireless connection is lost and the cameras still have a charge on its battery. However, you will still need to configure the cameras to a network, configure the MicroSD card, and set up the detection settings for the camera
  Answered 3 weeks ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionWill these TP-link cameras work with my goggle pixel 9 pro XL android phone?
Asked 1 month ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hi, Yes, as long as your Pixel 9 Pro XL is running Android 7.0 or later, you may download and install the Tapo app for free via the Google Play Store.
  Answered 1 month ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionIs there a "snooze" or pause feature on the camera? If I am riding the lawn tractor, will it record the entire time I am cutting grass?
Asked 3 months ago by Bigtucc.
- Answer There is a feature called Privacy Mode. Turn it on and all recordings stop. To do this, click on the camera you want to disable, in the upper right click the settings button. It looks like a hexagon with a circle inside it. Then scroll down and turn on the feature.
  Answered 2 months ago by GoCowboys
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QuestionDoes these cameras come with the mounting hardware that the camera and solar panel connects to?
Asked 4 months ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes, everything needed to install these cameras is included.
  Answered 1 month ago by TimM
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QuestionThis product was 229.99 on June 30, and one day later on July 1 it’s now 349.99. Is this price increase due to tariffs?
Asked 4 months ago by MSNAuburn.
- Answer Hi MSNAuburn, Thank you for your interest in our Tapo Outdoor Cameras! Pricing may vary depending on whether a promotion or sale is in effect.
  Answered 4 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionWill this work with a bgw320-500 router? Will it work with 5G?
Asked 5 months ago by JustTrying.
- Answer Hi JustTrying, The Tapo TC85 Outdoor Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Cameras use 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity to communicate with your network. As long as your router is capable of providing encrypted 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi at the camera locations, they should be able to connect.
  Answered 4 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionDoes this operate off 2.4 g or 5g wifi?
Asked 5 months ago by agtsjg.
- Answer Hi agtsjg, These cameras use 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi for network connectivity.
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QuestionCan you access the camera for live view, through the app and the internet, from a remote location elsewhere in the country? Do you need a cloud subscription for that or just the app on your phone?
Asked 6 months ago by TPLinkBuyer.
- Answer Hi, Yes, as long as the camera and your phone are connected to the Internet, you can view the camera's live view from virtually anywhere through the Tapo app.
  Answered 5 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionAre these waterproof? I live in a rainy place and I need to know if these cameras are suitable for such environment. Thanks
Asked 6 months ago by Asdzcd.
- Answer Hi Asdzcd, The Tapo TC85 Kit is designed for weather-resistance, with Industry Leading IP66 Weatherproofing. Both the solar panel and camera are built to withstand rain, dust, snow, and harsh sun, ensuring durability in any environment.
  Answered 5 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionWill the cameras connect to local WiFi access points without connection to the internet after installation?
Asked 7 months ago by john.
- Answer Yes
  Answered 6 months ago by user928143
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QuestionIs TP-Link Tapo a onvif compliant solar camera for a stand alone NAS QVR PRO?
Asked 8 months ago by Nel.
- Answer No, Tapo Battery-powered cameras are not ONVIF Compliant. Our Wired or AC-Powered cameras are.
  Answered 8 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionWhat 256gb - 512gb Micro SD cards are approved/tested for use in the TC85 Cameras and are Micro SD cards rated as SDHC or SDXC compatible with the Tapco TC85 cameras and Tapco doorbell carmera? Thank you for your time
Asked 8 months ago by GliderGuider.
- Answer This FAQ may help answer your question. https://www.tapo.com/us/faq/111/
  Answered 8 months ago by TPLinkSupport
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QuestionCan the camera be setup to only record to the SD card when wifi is unavailable and then auto-upload to the cloud when wifi comes back up? Or can it be setup to store locally and upload on a set time interval?
Asked 10 months ago by Carlos.
- Answer Hi Carlos, The Tapo Outdoor Battery-Powered Cameras with Solar Panels support activity-based recordings, either locally to a Micro SD card (not included), or to the Cloud via a Tapo Care Plan subscription. You can set a Recording Schedule in the Tapo app for each storage option, giving you an additional layer of control over when the camera will record. However, video recorded to the SD card will not be uploaded to the cloud. If you have a Tapo Care subscription, and a Micro SD card for local recording, the camera will store clips using both methods simultaneously.
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Questions & Answers

TP-Link - Tapo Outdoor Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Camera with Solar Panels (4-Pack) - No Monthly Fees - White

Q: QuestionI will get: Micro SD card Questions 1-With an SD card in the camera, will the TP-LINK App let me to watch recordings? 2-Once the MicroSD card is full, will it need to be replaced or will the camera be smart enough to record over the older footage?

Q: QuestionDoes it record 24/7

Q: QuestionDoes this pack comes with the Magnet mount for the camara as well?

Q: QuestionDoes this camera needs internet to function? I live in the countryside and there are a lot of power offs and I need a camera that works even when there is no internet or with really slow internet. Also the weather is really rainy and humid.

Q: QuestionWhat SD card is recommended for this camera?

Q: QuestionCan I record through WiFi to a hard drive

Q: QuestionCan motion detection be configured to start recording from a specific time?

Q: QuestionCan you use these cameras without WIFI

Q: QuestionWill these TP-link cameras work with my goggle pixel 9 pro XL android phone?

Q: QuestionIs there a "snooze" or pause feature on the camera? If I am riding the lawn tractor, will it record the entire time I am cutting grass?

Q: QuestionDoes these cameras come with the mounting hardware that the camera and solar panel connects to?

Q: QuestionThis product was 229.99 on June 30, and one day later on July 1 it’s now 349.99. Is this price increase due to tariffs?

Q: QuestionWill this work with a bgw320-500 router? Will it work with 5G?

Q: QuestionDoes this operate off 2.4 g or 5g wifi?

Q: QuestionCan you access the camera for live view, through the app and the internet, from a remote location elsewhere in the country? Do you need a cloud subscription for that or just the app on your phone?

Q: QuestionAre these waterproof? I live in a rainy place and I need to know if these cameras are suitable for such environment. Thanks

Q: QuestionWill the cameras connect to local WiFi access points without connection to the internet after installation?

Q: QuestionIs TP-Link Tapo a onvif compliant solar camera for a stand alone NAS QVR PRO?

Q: QuestionWhat 256gb - 512gb Micro SD cards are approved/tested for use in the TC85 Cameras and are Micro SD cards rated as SDHC or SDXC compatible with the Tapco TC85 cameras and Tapco doorbell carmera? Thank you for your time

Q: QuestionCan the camera be setup to only record to the SD card when wifi is unavailable and then auto-upload to the cloud when wifi comes back up? Or can it be setup to store locally and upload on a set time interval?

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QuestionI will get: Micro SD card Questions 1-With an SD card in the camera, will the TP-LINK App let me to watch recordings? 2-Once the MicroSD card is full, will it need to be replaced or will the camera be smart enough to record over the older footage?

QuestionDoes it record 24/7

QuestionDoes this pack comes with the Magnet mount for the camara as well?

QuestionDoes this camera needs internet to function? I live in the countryside and there are a lot of power offs and I need a camera that works even when there is no internet or with really slow internet. Also the weather is really rainy and humid.

QuestionWhat SD card is recommended for this camera?

QuestionCan I record through WiFi to a hard drive

QuestionCan motion detection be configured to start recording from a specific time?

QuestionCan you use these cameras without WIFI

QuestionWill these TP-link cameras work with my goggle pixel 9 pro XL android phone?

QuestionIs there a "snooze" or pause feature on the camera? If I am riding the lawn tractor, will it record the entire time I am cutting grass?

QuestionDoes these cameras come with the mounting hardware that the camera and solar panel connects to?

QuestionThis product was 229.99 on June 30, and one day later on July 1 it’s now 349.99. Is this price increase due to tariffs?

QuestionWill this work with a bgw320-500 router? Will it work with 5G?

QuestionDoes this operate off 2.4 g or 5g wifi?

QuestionCan you access the camera for live view, through the app and the internet, from a remote location elsewhere in the country? Do you need a cloud subscription for that or just the app on your phone?

QuestionAre these waterproof? I live in a rainy place and I need to know if these cameras are suitable for such environment. Thanks

QuestionWill the cameras connect to local WiFi access points without connection to the internet after installation?

QuestionIs TP-Link Tapo a onvif compliant solar camera for a stand alone NAS QVR PRO?

QuestionWhat 256gb - 512gb Micro SD cards are approved/tested for use in the TC85 Cameras and are Micro SD cards rated as SDHC or SDXC compatible with the Tapco TC85 cameras and Tapco doorbell carmera? Thank you for your time

QuestionCan the camera be setup to only record to the SD card when wifi is unavailable and then auto-upload to the cloud when wifi comes back up? Or can it be setup to store locally and upload on a set time interval?