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Tapo C420

3.8
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2K Video
Ai features for automation
Ai detection
180 days battery length
Does not work without hub
Camera
2K
Connectivity
Wifi, 2,4 GHz
Recording
Cloud & local
PoE
No
Requires Hub
Yes
Field of view
113°

TP-Link's Tapo C420 offers a wireless monitoring solution that is perfectly adapted for both home and business environments. This advanced surveillance camera has a 2K QHD resolution, which ensures that every detail is captured with great quality, whether placed indoors or outdoors. With this camera, the Tapo H220 Smart Hub is used. The smart hub can have lots of TP link products attached to it and you can connect up to 4 security cameras to a single hub, creating a robust security network.

The installation of the Tapo C420 is a delight thanks to its cordless design, which eliminates the need for cumbersome wiring. These cameras are equipped with batteries that have an impressive lifespan of about 180 days without the need for recharging. When the battery finally needs to be charged, the process is smooth and simple; either by removing and charging the battery separately or by connecting the charger directly to the camera.

An additional flexibility is provided by the compatibility with Tapo's Solar Panel A200 V1, which with a 4-meter-long charging cable can keep a camera continuously charged. The solar panel is designed to withstand temperatures from -20 to +45 degrees Celsius and has a water resistance of IP65. It only requires around 30 minutes of sunshine per day to be effectively maintained recharging the camera's batteries, allowing it to remain operational year-round.

Tapo C420 offers a good image quality both in the daytime it is light and at night. It has a starlight sensor which allows you to get a colored image even in dark conditions. The camera also has two-way communication. Which allows the user to interact directly with people in front of the camera via the app, adding an extra layer of convenience and security. The app also allows users to monitor camera views in real time or review recorded footage retrospectively, with extensive customization options for what and how notifications should be received, including AI-powered human, animal and vehicle recognitions.

In addition, the Tapo C420 includes an integrated alarm that can be adapted to a variety of security needs. The user can set specific triggers for the alarm as well as choose to activate a visible light and varying sound levels and alarm sounds via the app, further strengthening its usefulness and effectiveness as a monitoring solution.

The bottom line is that TP-Link's Tapo C420 is a versatile surveillance camera, packed with features designed to offer comprehensive protection for both indoor and outdoor environments.

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