A:AnswerHi! 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.
A:AnswerHi! 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.
A:AnswerHi 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.
A:AnswerHi! 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.
A:AnswerHi goodrhue,
Yes, each camera can be set up separately on different networks and be conveniently viewed and managed from your account via the Tapo app.
A:AnswerHi NetworkingNick,
The Tapo TC85 Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Camera supports local storage via Micro SD card (not included) and cloud storage with a Tapo Care subscription.
A:AnswerHi Davey,
Yes, you can use the steps in our FAQ here to integrate Tapo devices with SmartThings: https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/3158/
Please note that some features will still require the use of the Tapo app.
A:AnswerHi CTK,
We cannot guarantee functionality and longevity if the camera is exposed to elements outside its specified operating temperature range. Whether it will suddenly stop working depends on how far outside the specification range the temperature is and how rapidly it reaches that point. It may begin with poor performance and network degradation and potentially reach a point of full loss of function.
We do not recommend using the camera outside this range, especially since its operational reliability is key for home monitoring.
A:AnswerNo you are not mistaken, you have the correct camera. Weird but it comes with an adaptor to connect the usb c from the solor panel to the usb micro.
A:AnswerThe cameras connect to your router's 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network signal, so their positioning will be dependent upon how far your router's signal reliably reaches.
A:AnswerHi Ken,
Yes, if you want to store locally or achieve 24/7 rolling recording on both cameras, each one will need a Micro SD card (not included).
Storage time will vary depending on detection settings and how actively the camera detects and records events. For an estimate of the maximum recording time based on Micro SD card capacity for each camera type, please visit the chart at the bottom of our FAQ here: https://www.tapo.com/us/faq/111/
A:AnswerHi! The Tapo app conveniently allows you to set the Location and Time information for your devices. In the Tapo app, select your camera, then tap Device Settings (cog in top-right), select Device Info, then select "Time Zone".
A:AnswerHi! The Tapo app conveniently allows you to set the Location and Time information for your devices. In the Tapo app, select your camera, then tap Device Settings (cog in top-right), select Device Info, then select "Time Zone".
A:AnswerThe Tapo TC85 Wire-Free Indoor/Outdoor Magnetic Cameras are available at a discounted price for both 3-Pack and 4-Pack configurations: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/tp-link-tapo-wire-free-indoor-outdoor-cameras-with-up-to-300-days-of-battery-life-and-magnetic-base-3-pack-no-monthly-fees-white/6547532.p?skuId=6547532
The Tapo A200 Solar Panel is available separately, as well: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/tp-link-tapo-mountable-solar-panel-for-tapo-home-security-cameras-white/6562035.p?skuId=6562035
