Overview
Solar-Powered Security Camera Kit
Overview
Reliable Wire-Free Security with Flexible Solar Installation
Stay powered without the hassle of wiring or frequent charging. The 13 ft cable lets you put the camera and solar panel independently for optimal performance.
Features
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High-Efficiency Solar Charging Daily 45 minutes* of direct sunlight charges the camera for all-day use. No sun? No problem—the built-in battery provides power for up to 180 days.** |
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Color Night Vision Enhances your nighttime security by revealing vivid colors with the built-in dual spotlights. |
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1080p Full HD Live View Captures more details and delivers high-definition pictures with 1080p resolution.*** |
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FREE AI Person Detection Only gets the alerts you need with no subscription fees. |
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Connect Directly to Wi-Fi Easily connect the camera to your network wirelessly via Wi-Fi for a more flexible installation. |
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Local and Cloud Storage Save recorded videos to a microSD card (up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo Care cloud services.**** |
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Customizable Sound and Light Alarm Record your voice and set the spotlight brightness to create an alarm that fits your needs. |
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Two-Way Audio Talk and listen through the devices with its integrated microphone and speaker. |
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IP65 Weather Resistance Rating Performs well even in harsh environments with rain and dust, ideal for outdoor scenarios. |
Specifications
| Camera | |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8”CMOS Sensor |
| Lens | Focal Length: 3.1 mm Aperture: F1.6 Field of View: 127.2° (Diagonal), 107.8°(Horizontal), 58.2°(Vertical) |
| Night Vision | Infrared Night Vision/Color Night Vision (40 ft/12 m) |
| Night Mode | IR-Mode/ Full-Color Mode |
| Lighting | 2× 850 nm IR LED |
| Interface & Button | 1× POWER Button 1× RESET Button 1× microSD Card Slot (Up to 512 GB) |
| Solar Panel | |
| Connection Capacity | A solar panel can only connect to one camera. |
| Output Port | Type-C |
| Video & Audio | |
| Maximum Resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Frame Rate | 15 fps |
| Digital Zoom | 10.8× |
| Live View | Yes |
| Image Enhancement | 3D DNR WDR |
| Audio Input & Output | Built-in Microphone and Speaker |
| Audio Communication | Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation |
| Siren Volume | 89 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance) |
| Storage | |
| Local Storage | microSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB) (SD Card Purchased Separately) |
| Cloud Storage | Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required) |
| Hub Storage | Comaptible with Tapo Hub (sold separately) |
| Detection & Notification | |
| Sensor | Single Motion Sensor: PIR Sensor |
| Detection | Motion Detection Person Detection |
| Activity Zones |
Yes* |
| Alarm Type | Customizable Sound Alarm Soud Alarm Light Alarm |
| Output Notification | System Notification System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services) |
| Network | |
| Network Connectivity | Connect via Wi-Fi |
| Wireless Connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi Bluetooth (for setup only) |
| Transmission Rate | 11b: 11 Mbps 11g: 54 Mbps 11n: 72.2 Mbps |
| Protocol | TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP |
| Security | |
| Security | 128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS WPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-PSK |
| Power | |
| Power Source | • 5200 mAh Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery • Tapo A201 Solar Panel (Included) |
| Solar Panel Max Charging Voltage | 5.2 V |
| Solar Panel Max Charging Power | 2.5 W |
| Input Voltage | 5.0 V, 1.0 A, Type-C Power (Adapater not included) |
| Power Cord Length | USB Adapter Cable Length: 0.5 m (19.68 in.) Solar Panel Charging Cable Length: 0.25 m (9.84 in.) Solar Panel Extension Charging Cable Length: 3.8 m (149.61 in.) |
| Camera Typical Power Consumption | 0.73 W |
| Camera Maximum Power Consumption | 1.8 W |
| General | |
| Smart Integration | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling-Mounted Wall-Mounted |
| Operating Temperature | -20℃~ 45℃ (-4 ℉~ 113℉ ) |
| Storage Temperature | -20℃~ 60℃ (-4 ℉~ 140℉ ) |
| Operating Humidity | 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 0%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Charging Temperature | 0℃ ~ 45℃ (32 ℉~ 113℉ ) |
| Weight | Camera: 8.23 oz/233.3 g; 10.23 oz/290 g (with a bracket) Solar Panel: 5.02 oz/142.3 g; 8.44 oz/239.4 g (with a bracket) |
| Dimensions | Camera Dimensions: D2.36 in. * 3.5 in. (D60 mm*89 mm) Solar Panel Dimensions: 6.83 × 4.74 × 0.62 in. (173.42 × 120.42 × 15.7 mm) |
| Package Contents | Tapo C402 Camera Tapo A201 Solar Panel Tapo A201 Solar Panel Bracket USB Charging Cable Base Cover Extension Cable Mounting Screws and Anchors Screw Caps Cable Zip Tie Mounting Template Stickers Quick Start Guide *The number of accessories varies by your kit. |
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*45 min of sunlight is based on standard environmental conditions (1000W/m2, 25°C, AM1.5) and specified working scenes (up to 100 events triggered per day). The actual required time of sunlight may vary.
**180-day battery life is based on Tapo laboratory tests with 250s of use per day. The time of use includes recording and watching live views. Actual battery life may vary due to device settings, usage, router specifications, and environmental factors.
***Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant supported displays. User experience is dependent on the connected device's specifications.
****microSD card purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used. Subscribe for cloud storage at Tapo Care