TP-Link - Tapo Pan-Tilt Indoor 2K Wi-Fi Security Plug-In Camera with Privacy Control and Smart Motion Tracking - No Monthly Fees - White
TP-Link - Tapo Pan-Tilt Indoor 2K Wi-Fi Security Plug-In Camera with Privacy Control and Smart Motion Tracking - No Monthly Fees - White
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- Key Specs
- Video Camera Resolution: 2K (1440p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Field Of View: 100 degrees (The area of a target, measured as an angle from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
- Night Vision: true
- Number Of Cameras Included: 1
- Camera Power Source: Cable with AC Adapter/Plug-in, Cable with AC Adapter/Plug-in
- Works With: Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Number Of Channels: 11
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 104 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Storage Type: Memory card, Cloud
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 32 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Audio Communication: 2-way (1-way communication devices allow a user to hear detected audio, while 2-way communication adds the ability for a user to talk back through the device.)
- General
- Brand: TP-Link
- Model Number: Tapo TC73
- Product Name: Tapo Pan-Tilt Indoor 2K Wi-Fi Security Plug-In Camera with Privacy Control and Smart Motion Tracking - No Monthly Fees
- Color: White
- Camera
- Video Camera Resolution: 2K (1440p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Camera Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Field Of View: 100 degrees (The area of a target, measured as an angle from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
- Night Vision: true
- Night Vision Distance: 40 feet
- Night Vision Image: Color
- Camera Movement: Pan, Tilt
- Zoom Mode: Digital
- Number Of Cameras Included: 1
- Frame Rate: 30 frames per second (The frequency at which consecutive images can be captured. The higher the frame rate, the more detail that can be captured.)
- Day/Night Mode: true (Captures images/video with optimal clarity by automatically adjusting settings to various light levels.)
- IP Camera: true (An Internet Protocol (IP) camera is able to record and display image/video data via the internet, without need for a local recording device.)
- Number of IR LEDs: 4 (Quantity of infrared (IR) LED lights for emitting IR light and allowing the camera to detect objects in low light.)
- Camera Iris: Automatic (The iris is the opening on a camera that controls how much light reaches its image sensor, which in turn affects image/video clarity. Fixed and manual irises are generally suited for locations with consistent levels of light. Automatic and "P" (precise) irises automatically adjust in response to changing levels of light and are suited for a wider variety of environments. "P" irises feature additional capabilities for improving footage clarity.)
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
- Image Sensor Size: 1/1.3" (9.6 x 7.2mm)
- Focal Length Control: Fixed focal (Fixed cameras do not allow for adjustments to the focal length, and typically provide a wide angle view. Vari-focal cameras allow manual adjustments, while motorized zoom cameras can be adjusted from either the camera or control center.)
- Power
- Camera Power Source: Cable with AC Adapter/Plug-in, Cable with AC Adapter/Plug-in
- Voltage: 12 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
- Compatibility
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- App Features: Remote Access, Camera Setup, 2-Way Audio, Motion and Sound Notifications, Live Stream Videos, Cloud Recording (with paid subscription)
- Compatibility: Tapo APP, Tapo Care, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home
- Brand Compatibility: TP-Link
- Model Compatibility: Tapo
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
- Works With: Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Not Applicable, Not Applicable (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Connectivity
- Camera Connectivity: Wireless (Security system cameras can be set up in several ways. Wired cameras require cables for power and footage transmission, while wire-free cameras don't need cables for either. Wireless cameras still require cables for receiving power but are able to transmit footage via a wireless network.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Network Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance using a cellular network.)
- Minimum Upload Speed: 2 megabits per second (The minimum connection speed necessary to upload or stream content from the device.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Wireless Standard: N (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Encryption Type: WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA3 (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Recording & Playback
- Streaming Video: true (The ability to transmit a live video feed from the product.)
- Video Recording Capability: true
- Video Recording Features: 2K QHD + HDR, 360 Degree Panoramic View, Fast Motion Tracking, Starlight Sensor, Crisp Two-Way Audio, IR Light Toggle, Smart AI Detection
- Records Audio: true
- Subscription: Optional but not included
- Number Of Channels: 11
- Video Recording Prompt: Motion detection
- Performance
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 104 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Protective Qualities: None
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 32 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: Memory card, Cloud
- Memory Card Type: microSD, microSD card
- Lighting
- Lighting Type: App-controlled, Manual, Motion activated
- Features
- Audio Communication: 2-way (1-way communication devices allow a user to hear detected audio, while 2-way communication adds the ability for a user to talk back through the device.)
- Audio-Only Option: false
- 3-Axis Adjustable: true
- Auto-On Detection: Motion
- Mount Type: Freestanding, Ceiling mount, Wall mount
- Alarm Type: Audible, Visual
- Alarm Location: On camera, Via app
- Geo-fencing: false (Indicates whether the product has a location-based capability used to determine when a device(s) being tracked is inside or outside a geographic boundary. Programmed events can be set by a user for when the tracked device is inside or outside the boundary.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 4.41 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 3.14 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 3.14 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.71 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Sensor
- Sensors: Light sensor, Motion sensor, Proximity sensor, Sound sensor (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
- Motion Detection Range: 25 feet
- Display
- Color Display: true
- Included
- Cable(s) Included: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 840030710315
Protect and monitor your home from anywhere with the Tapo TC73 Pan/Tilt Camera. This indoor home security solution provides a seamless out-of-the box experience with easy installation and a 360° field of view of pets and people within the home. Experience 2K QHD Clear View, Smart Motion Tracking, AI Detection and much more directly from your smartphone through the Tapo App.
- No Hidden Costs: TP-Link Tapo products are a one-time purchase with no monthly fees or hidden costs. Utilize up to 512GB of secure local storage by pairing cameras with a microSD card (microSD sold separately¹). For customers not wanting to utilize local storage, TP-Link offers Tapo Care Cloud Storage for a monthly fee (subscription sold seperately²).
- Privacy First: TP-Link Tapo prioritzes customer data security and privacy by emploing encrypted video, two-factor authentication, a comprehensive data defense system, and more to ensure your family's privacy.
- 2K QHD Clear View with Starlight Sensors: Capture sharper videos and more crisp photos day or night with 1.7× more pixels than 1080p
- Smart Motion Tracking: Precisely tracks and follows a subject, keeping it within the camera’s field of view with up to 120°/s rotating speed.
- AI Detection: Tapo's free AI Detection feature accurately identify people, pets and sounds to detect and notify you as needed.
- Two-Way Audio: Enjoy clear, high-quality two-way communication. Accessible through the Tapo App.
- Privacy Controls: Open or close the privacy shutter on the camera using the button on the device or through the Tapo App via your smart device.
- Tapocare: Activate your Tape Care free trial in the Tapo App and enjoy 30-Day Clip History.
- Compatible with: Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple Homekit, and Tapo App.
- No Hidden Costs: TP-Link Tapo products are a one-time purchase with no monthly fees or hidden costs. Utilize up to 512GB of secure local storage by pairing cameras with a microSD card (microSD sold separately¹). For customers not wanting to utilize local storage, TP-Link offers Tapo Care Cloud Storage for a monthly fee (subscription sold seperately²).
- Privacy First: TP-Link Tapo prioritzes customer data security and privacy by emploing encrypted video, two-factor authentication, a comprehensive data defense system, and more to ensure your family's privacy.
- 2K QHD Clear View with Starlight Sensors: Capture sharper videos and more crisp photos day or night with 1.7× more pixels than 1080p
- Smart Motion Tracking: Precisely tracks and follows a subject, keeping it within the camera’s field of view with up to 120°/s rotating speed.
- AI Detection: Tapo's free AI Detection feature accurately identify people, pets and sounds to detect and notify you as needed.
- Two-Way Audio: Enjoy clear, high-quality two-way communication. Accessible through the Tapo App.
- Privacy Controls: Open or close the privacy shutter on the camera using the button on the device or through the Tapo App via your smart device.
- Tapocare: Activate your Tape Care free trial in the Tapo App and enjoy 30-Day Clip History.
- Compatible with: Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple Homekit, and Tapo App.
Whats Included
- 1 x Tapo Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
- 1 x Power Adapter
- 1 x Set of Mounting Screws
- 1 x Mounting Plate
- 1 x Camera Base
- 1 x Tapo Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
- 1 x Power Adapter
- 1 x Set of Mounting Screws
- 1 x Mounting Plate
- 1 x Camera Base
Disclaimers
- ¹ microSD card purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used.
- ² Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/
- ¹ microSD card purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used.
- ² Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/
Q: Does this camera require a monthly subscription?
A: No, there are no monthly fees or hidden costs. You can use the free local storage or opt for the Tapo Care Cloud Storage for a monthly fee.
Q: What is the maximum resolution of this camera?
A: This camera has a 2K QHD resolution, which is 2560 x 1440 pixels.
Q: Does this camera work with Apple Homekit?
A: Yes, this camera is compatible with Apple Homekit.
Q: How far away can this camera detect motion?
A: This camera has a motion detection range of up to 25 feet.
Q: What is the field of view for this camera?
A: This camera has a 100-degree field of view.
Q: Can I speak to someone through the camera?
A: Yes, the camera has two-way audio communication accessible through the Tapo App.
A: Hi Joe, great question. If your viewing device (e.g., smartphone) is not on the same Wi-Fi network when viewing the live stream, you will be prompted to continue streaming after 5 minutes. However, if your smartphone is on the same local network as the camera, there is no time limit prompt when viewing the live stream.
A: Hi! The TC73's lens has the following specifications: Lens: F/NO: 1.6±5%; Focal Length: 4mm±5%
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great CCTV
Very helpful because I can monitor my kids everytime I’m not around. Very clear video, clear audio and value is great. I would love to purchase another one. I highly recommend this product.
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Greta Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Pan and Tilt Capability Makes It Stand Out
This TP Link camera is a convenient way to add audio video recording capability to any area of the home that is close to an electric outlet. The 2K (2560 x 1440) video quality is detailed and clear. But what makes the camera stand out is the motorized pan and tilt feature. Thus capability greatly expands the range of the 98 degree field of view. Setup was relatively straightforward. Just download the App, create an account, and pair the camera to the App. This process took about 15 minutes. The SD card is inserted into the camera and is somewhat hidden from view. To access the SD card socket, the camera needs to be rotated all the way up which brings the SD card slot into view. The camera records on a loop by deleting older videos when the SD card capacity is reached. The two-way audio and video communication capability works well. Just make sure you have a strong Wi-Fi signal since HD video streams require a fast upload speed. Video quality is excellent at 2K. The camera resolution can be set to 2K or 720P. An auto setting allows the camera to decide 720P or 2K. 720P recordings are less detailed, but still look sufficiently good. 720P recordings take up less room and thus allow for more videos to be saved. The night vision capability also works well. This camera is indoor rated but could theoretically be plugged in outdoors, in a backyard patio for example, as long as it is not left outdoors for too long or during inclement weather. One of the reasons I chose this camera is because it does not require a subscription to use and recordings are stored locally on a SD card. While traveling I was able to access the live video stream and playback past recording. However I was not able to download to my device because the App blocks downloads unless the download device is on the same Wi-Fi network as the camera. I imagine this is a security feature. This camera can be wall mounted with the included mounting base. I did not wall mount it because I want to be able to move it around the house. Since it is not battery operated, it needs to be near an electric outlet which could complicate wall mounting. One feature that I really appreciate is the physical privacy shield that blocks the camera lens. The privacy shield can be activated using the App or by pressing the button that can be activated by disarming the camera A subscription is not required to use this camera, but is necessary to access full cloud services. I may add a subscription in the future but for now the robust local recording features are meeting my needs.
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Kotor Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
NICE home camera
Love my TAPO, works seamlessly with Apple home to automate streaming mode and save the videos. Moves with the object in motion too! Pretty cool. Set up was a little challenge
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RyanP Posted
