• 2K QHD Live View - Adopting a 2560 × 1440 resolution, TC42 provides 1.7 × more pixels and delivers sharper images than 1080p.
• Starlight Color Night Vision - Enhances your security by revealing brighter, full-color images and vivid details even in low-light conditions with built-in spotlights and the starlight sensor.
• 360° All-Round Protection - Enjoy 360° horizontal and 130° vertical views with motion tracking to eliminate blind spots. Activate patrol mode to cruise among multiple custom points.
• Comprehensive AI Detection - Smart AI accurately identifies people, pets, and vehicles while featuring tamper and line-crossing detection, minimizing false alerts and unnecessary notifications.
• Flexible Connections & Reliable Networking - Connect your camera via Wi-Fi or Ethernet for flexible installation. Powerful dual antennas ensure connectivity up to 492ft in open areas.
• IP66 Weatherproofing - Offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios. It works well in rain, dust, and heat.
• Customizable Sound and Light Alarm - The ultra-bright adjustable light deters unwanted visitors, while custom audio alarms offer further use.
• Secure Local & Cloud Storage - Save crucial moments to a microSD card (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud storage after a 30-day free trial, ensuring you never lose important footage.
• Two-Way Audio - Enables communication through a built-in microphone and speaker.

Note: 
1. The 492 ft wireless coverage is based on TP-Link tests in open areas. Actual experience may vary due to environment, router specifications, and other factors.
2. microSD card purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used. Actual storage time also may vary with use.
 

Specifications

We suggest going to the TP-Link official website > TC42's Datasheet to see its specifications.
 

Highlights

2K QHD Resolution & Starlight Color Night Vision

TC42 offers enhanced video quality with a 2560 × 1440 resolution, providing 1.7× more pixels and sharper images than 1080p.

At night, its built-in spotlights and starlight sensor reveal brighter, full-color images and vivid details, enhancing your security.

360° All-Round Protection

Enjoy 360° horizontal and 130° vertical views with motion tracking to eliminate blind spots. Activate patrol mode to cruise among multiple custom points.

Comprehensive AI Detection

Smart AI accurately identifies people, pets, and vehicles while featuring tamper and line-crossing detection, minimizing false alerts and unnecessary notifications.

Flexible Connections & Reliable Networking

Connect your camera via Wi-Fi or Ethernet for flexible installation. Powerful dual antennas ensure connectivity up to 492ft in open areas.

(The 492 ft wireless coverage is based on TP-Link tests in open areas. Actual experience may vary due to environment, router specifications, and other factors.)

Build to Withstand Water & Dust

With IP66 weatherproofing, TC42 offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios. It works well in rain, dust, and heat.

Physical Privacy Mode

Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.

Things You May Want To Know

Q1. How long is the original power cord?
A. The power cord length is 3m.

Q2. How can I mount the TC42?
A. You can refer to the UG > Mount Your Camera section to mount the camera as per your requirements.
 

Q3. Are the Pole-Mounting loops included in the TC42's package?
A. The pole mounting loops are required if you want to mount the camera to a pole, and it's required to be purchased separately. The camera package does not include the loops.

Q4. What capacity microSD card does the TC42 support?
A. The TC42 supports up to 512GB microSD card. Click here to learn more about microSD card compatibility.
 
Q5. Can I watch the TC42's live feed via RTSP/Onvif protocols on a PC?
A. Yes. The TC42 supports RTSP and Onvif protocols. Below are the detailed instructions.
How to view the Tapo camera on PC/NAS/NVR through RTSP/Onvif Protocol?

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