No Wi-Fi, No Limit: Connects through 4G LTE networks, ideal for places where constant Wi-Fi is not available. 
360° All-Round Protection: Provides 360° horizontal & 130° vertical viewing range, eliminating blind spots.
Free AI Detection: Smart AI identifies people, pets, and vehicles, sending instant notifications through the Tapo app.
1080P Full HD: Reveals sharp images and vivid details with 1920 × 1080 pixels.
Starlight Color Night Vision: Captures vibrant images in low light up to 20 meters away.
IP66 Weatherproof: Works well in rain, dust, and heat, offering excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios.
Sound and Light Alarm: Craft your own audio alarm to deter unwelcome intruders and tailor the intensity of the dual spotlights.
Local and Cloud Storage: Save all your important moments to a microSD card (up to 512GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud service.
Dual Mode Flexibility with 4G or PoE: Power your camera with a DC adapter or Ethernet cable featuring PoE technology.

 

Appearance

 

Highlights

No Wi-Fi, No Limits

Backed by TP-Link's 4G networking expertise, Tapo C501GW reliably connects through 4G LTE networks, ideal for locations like garages, vacation homes, warehouses, and farms where constant Wi-Fi is unavailable. Simply plug in a 4G SIM card (not included) for an easy, hassle-free internet setup.
Note: Tapo C501GW also supports an Ethernet connection.

 

360° All-Round Protection

Track the motion with 360° horizontal & 130° vertical viewing range, or turn on the patrol mode to keep the camera cruising among multiple customized points.

 

Starlight Color Night Vision

Capture vibrant images in low light up to 20 meters (65.6 feet) away. Enhance security with an F1.6 lens, starlight sensor, and spotlights. Smart mode activates starlight color night vision when detecting a person.

 

Multiple AI Detection for All Scenarios

Smart AI identifies people, pets, and vehicles and detects tampering and line crossing. It sends alerts only when necessary, ensuring you receive precise notifications about events as they occur.

Dual Mode Flexibility with 4G or PoE

Option 1: Power your camera with a DC adapter and connect the internet with a 4G SIM card.
Option 2: Power your camera with an Ethernet cable featuring PoE technology for safe power and stable internet, bypassing complex wiring and electrician calls.
Note: Tapo C501GW supports the IEEE 802.3af/at PoE protocol.

 

Designed to Resist Harsh Weather

With IP66 weatherproofing, Tapo C501GW offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios. It works well in rain, dust, and heat, operating reliably in different environments.

 

Flexible Antenna Placement

Install antennas with larger power according to your needs. The SMA connector is compatible with different antennas.

 

Things You May Want to Know

 

1. What if the SIM card doesn’t work with the Tapo 4G camera?
Ensure the SIM card is a Nano SIM card that supports LTE-TDD/LTE-FDD. And the supported frequency bands are LTE-FDD: B 1/3/5/7/8/20/28 and LTE-TDD: B 38/40/41.

 

Some SIM cards have a PIN code. Insert the Nano SIM card into your phone to disable the PIN first.

 

Note: Do not insert the IoT (Internet of Things) or M2M (Machine-to-Machine) SIM cards into your phone. IoT/M2M SIM cards are designed for Internet-connected devices rather than traditional phones. Improper use may lock or deactivate the SIM card by the carrier.
 

2. Does Tapo C501GW support a 5G SIM card?
If the 5G SIM card is compatible with the following 4G channels: LTE-FDD: B 1/3/5/7/8/20/28 and LTE-TDD: B 38/40/41, it will work.
 

3. Does the Tapo C501GW support POE power?
Yes. the camera supports the IEEE 802.3af/at PoE protocol. The maximum length for the PoE connection is 100 meters (328 feet).
 

4. Can I change the antenna of this camera?
Yes, the Tapo C501GW antenna is detachable and uses an SMA interface. You can replace it with an antenna with greater gain to improve the signal according to actual needs.
 

5. How much data does the camera use?
One hour of live view in 1080p will use about 594 MB of data. Event detection, cloud storage, and firmware upgrades, etc.,  will consume more data.
Actual data usage depends on camera usage scenarios and may vary from SIM card providers.

 

More Articles

Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera: Tapo C201
Home Security Wi-Fi Camera Tapo C101
Introduction to Motion Tracking and Auto tracking feature