C410 camera with A201 PV

C410 camera with A201 PV

C410 camera with A201 PV
C410 camera with A201 PV
2025-12-29 21:53:41 - last edited 2026-01-07 05:47:43
Model: Tapo C410  
Hardware Version: V10
Firmware Version: 1.2.1

The camera/PV combination doesn't last a week, while TP-Link claims up to 180 days.

Every evening, the Tapo app shows the battery is 100% charged!

 

Furthermore, I only operate it via IR and not a projector. It records to a 256GB microSD card in a loop.

 

180 days is 6 months, and it only works for 6 days.

Everything is new and tp-link / Tapo, tells lies.

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Re:C410 camera with A201 PV -Solution
2025-12-31 08:44:06 - last edited 2026-01-07 05:47:43

  @AndyHu 

 

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.

 

For your case, i recommend checking this article for troubleshooting suggestions. What to do if the battery drains quickly on my Tapo battery-powered camera/doorbell?

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Re:C410 camera with A201 PV -Solution
2025-12-31 08:44:06 - last edited 2026-01-07 05:47:43

  @AndyHu 

 

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.

 

For your case, i recommend checking this article for troubleshooting suggestions. What to do if the battery drains quickly on my Tapo battery-powered camera/doorbell?

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