Tapo Smart Camera
Tapo smart cameras secure your home and property with smart security. Different types of cameras (Outdoor/Indoor, wired/wireless, PTZ camera, spotlight camera, etc.) with various features can let you find the one that suits your needs. Join the Tapo Smart Cameras forum to discuss the products with other users.
Tapo Smart Camera
I have 3 C501GW cameras installed using the overhang mount option (they are under a roof eave attached to soffit) Motion tracking is enabled and under the PAN and Tilt settings and I have Viewpoint 1
Motion DetectionActivity ZonePatrol Mode
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Morm
· Latest post 2026-01-22 03:45:40
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I have setup the patrol mode it not patrolling at al it just standing still at a even wrong exact spot. Please help im kind done with TP Links gear, even in the Omada Team there was a huge topology fa
Motion DetectionSmart ActionsPatrol Mode
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IIIdefconIII
· Latest post 2026-01-04 11:50:20
by IIIdefconIII
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Hi there, I have set three different viewpoints for the camera for manual selection and for patrolling mode. When the camera tracks movements OR when it is in patrolling mode OR when I move it manuall
Patrol Modeviewpoint
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ML49
· Latest post 2026-01-04 07:12:53
by Solla-topee
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Hi, love the C260, but the tilt range seem to be very limited. Especially on the "up" direction. It's about 45° when it could easily support I think even 75°. I am using it attached to the ceiling and
Live ViewFeature RequestRemote ControlPatrol Mode
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TheHun
· Latest post 2025-12-30 08:03:37
by Solla-topee
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After updating my TC70 device to firmware version 1.4.4, the device no longer remembers the last camera position. For example, if I adjust the pan and tilt to a specific view, the device forgets that
FirmwarePatrol ModeRemote ControlPan and tilt
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Haytham_Wagdy
· Latest post 2025-11-11 10:29:15
by Haytham_Wagdy
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Hi, I have a camera on which I want the patrol mode to stay active all the time. However, if it is manually turned off, I would like it to automatically turn back on after a few minutes. Is there any
Remote ControlPatrol Mode
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alexcri1996
· Latest post 2025-11-10 10:40:59
by Solla-topee
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TP-Link Pan & Tilt cameras support horizontal and vertical rotation, allowing users to flexibly adjust the viewing angle, providing a wider field of view and more flexible usage scenarios. The followi
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I have a new c510w camera. And there is a problem with tilt operation in manual, patrol or motion following mode. After camera is moving upwards or downwards and no matter which way you choose to do i
FirmwarePatrol ModeMotion Detection
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Satomik
· Latest post 2025-10-17 11:28:34
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After doing a follow based on AI the camera doesn't return to the stay points to re enter patrol mode. This doesn't happen all the time. It has been a few days since last time it happened but once it
Motion DetectionActivity ZonePatrol Mode
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Mikiee164
· Latest post 2025-09-30 02:58:34
by Solla-topee
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I have 3 tapo units in my house model c200c. This one device installed in my porch was intended enabled motion tracking, motion detection, human detection. I have installed it in a corner of my house
Activity ZonePatrol ModeMotion Detection
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GMRoble
· Latest post 2025-09-16 07:30:13
by Solla-topee
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TroubleshootingWhat Can I Do if My Pan & Tilt Camera Rotates Automatically?
Introduction If you're experiencing unintended auto-rotation of your Pan & Tilt camera, this can be a concerning issue. In this troubleshooting guide, we'll explore the potential reasons behind the ca
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Hi I was wondering If there is any way to set a scene/routine to return patrol mode back on every time there's a pan/tilt moviment? My wife frequently changes camera's position and forgets to reenable
Feature RequestTapo App RelatedSmart ActionsPatrol Mode
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joseph255
· Latest post 2025-07-07 09:34:53
by Solla-topee
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