Tapo H500 Smart Home Base

All-in-One Security Solution

 

• [16GB+16TB] Expandable Local Storage, No Monthly Fees
• Enhanced AI Detection: Face recognition, Person Detection, Pet Detection, Vehicle Detection
• Smart Home Ecosystem Center: Up to 16 Tapo Cameras and 64 Sensors
• Cross-camera Overview: Track individual movements across cameras and form a face database while supporting retrieval of marked events on Tapo App.
• HDMI Video Output
• Matter Hub: Control Matter devices through the Tapo app
• Matter Bridge: Sync Tapo devices to Matter platform for unified control

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Local Storage Revolution: Security and Savings

A built-in 16GB eMMC

Up to 16TB expandable storage via HDD/SSD

*HDD/SSD drive is not included, it needs to be purchased separately.

*Tapo H500 actual available local storage capacity may be less than 16GB due to system resource allocation.
 

Storage Capacity	Event-triggered recording	24/7 continuous recording
1TB	16,498 days	20 days
2TB	33,033 days	40 days
3TB	49,530 days	61 days
4TB	66,029 days	81 days
8TB	132,057 days	161 days
16TB	264.114 days	323 days

*Applicable for the scenario of 4 cameras recording simultaneously. The recording durations in the table are derived from Tapo C410 prototype test data. Actual storage times may vary due to factors such as compression, frame rate, and recording conditions.

*The event-triggered recording duration is calculated based on 4 Tapo C410s triggering 3.5 times per day, each for 30 seconds.

 

Fortified Privacy and Security Protection

Powerful Encryption Guard

Tapo H500 safeguards your recordings with AES 128-bit and TLS 1.2 encryption. AI functionalities are processed locally, eliminating cloud uploads for complete data control and enhanced privacy.

 

Secure Authentication Barrier

Access to the H500 requires secure authentication, and any unauthorized attempt to breach its security would need to overcome robust encryption, providing an extra layer of protection for your recordings.

 

 

Accurate Face Recognition, Fewer False Alarms

 

 

Tapo H500 boasts free and powerful AI that recognizes and tags strangers, family, and friends for easy identification. It categorizes events based on recognized faces and supports event retrieval and face tracking, enabling you to find related incidents involving strangers.

 

AI Empowerment  AI-Driven Upgrades for Your Camera

 

Transform Non-AI Cameras with Intelligence

Connect non-AI cameras to Tapo H500 to equip them with intelligent features like recognizing people, vehicles, and pets. delivering smarter security.

 

 

Boost Accuracy for AI-enabled Cameras

Enhance detection precision for AI-enabled cameras with up to 99% accuracy*, ensuring superior recognition and improved home protection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

*The AI enhancement currently supports a maximum of 4 cameras simultaneously and is planned to be optimized to support up to 6 cameras in the future.

 

• What is AI Empowerment?

The HomeBase’s AI ​​Empowerment feature empowers and enhances the AI detection capability of connected cameras by leveraging its powerful algorithms. This enables cameras to acquire certain AI capabilities they do not support (e.g., vehicle detection, person detection, and facial recognition). For cameras already equipped with AI capabilities, HomeBase can enhance their AI performance further.

• What types of AI detection does the AI Empowerment feature support?

Person, vehicle, pet, face, and package detections.

• How many cameras can be empowered simultaneously?

The HomeBase supports empowering up to 4 cameras simultaneously.

• Does the AI Empowerment feature pose any privacy risks?

Tapo highly prioritizes user privacy and data security. The AI Empowerment feature adheres strictly to applicable privacy policies to guarantee all data usage and storage are lawful and compliant. Users can review and manage data permissions at any time.

 

To find out more: FAQs about the AI Empowerment of Tapo Smart HomeBase (Tapo H500)

 

 

Cross-Camera Overview

 

Face Tracking*

Displays the movement of individuals across different camera views.

*Face tracking is scheduled to be released soon.

 

Face Management

Easily view and manage the identities of individuals captured by your camera.

 ☆ Introduction of Face Management

 

Event Retrieval

Find clips of marked people, vehicles, and pets in one place.

 

Liveview & Playback

Detailed live view and smart playback across multiple cameras.

 

 

Smart Home Ecosystem Center

 

• Supports up to 16 Tapo cameras/video doorbells and 64 Tapo IoT devices (sensors, buttons, Sub-1G switches).
• Matter Bridge: Sync your Tapo non-Matter devices to other Matter platforms.
• Matter Hub: functions as a Matter controller, connects and controls your other Matter devices* with the Tapo app.

*Matter support applies to specific device types based on the Tapo H500’s compatibility. Please refer to the official product documentation for details.

 

☆ Tapo Smart Hub Compatible Camera List

☆ Tapo H500 Compatible Products

 

Better Viewing with Tablet

Not just a smart hub but also a tablet holder: Create a simple monitoring side with your tablet and the Tapo H500. Enjoy better viewing and device control experience on the Tapo app tablet version.

 

Multi-camera Liveview

3D Dashboard

 

Overview of IoT Devices

 

 

HDMI Video Output

Up to 4 combined video streams without individual channel control.

 

Built-in Alarm

 

 

Enhance your security with the Tapo H500's 110dB alarm.

 

 

Automatically trigger alerts for unfamiliar faces, providing a robust safety system that keeps your home secure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Doorbell Voice Call

 

 

 

The Tapo H500 features a built-in microphone and speaker for real-time two-way audio, allowing easy communication with visitors when connected through the doorbell.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wireless Connectivity, Simplified Security Setup

Tapo H500 seamlessly connects to your router, cameras, and devices via Wi-Fi, eliminating complex wiring for a flexible, cost-effective security solution for homes and stores.

 

Note

1. This product may only be available in certain regions. Some specifications, such as network frequency, software, and hardware features, may be adjusted to meet local standards and requirements. For accurate details, please refer to the product specifications on the local TP-Link official website.

< This article is based on Tapo H500(EU)_V1.0.>
2. TP-Link does not provide global warranty. Purchasing across regions may lead to the product being unusable or damaged, so it is advisable to check compatibility before making a purchase.

 

 

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• FAQs about the AI Empowerment of Tapo Smart HomeBase (Tapo H500)
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