Tapo SolarCam C402KIT - Solar Powered Security Camera Kit

Tapo SolarCam C402KIT - Solar Powered Security Camera Kit

Tapo SolarCam C402KIT - Solar Powered Security Camera Kit
Tapo SolarCam C402KIT - Solar Powered Security Camera Kit
2024-06-13 22:58:16 - last edited 2024-07-30 20:50:28

New Solar-Powered Security Camera Kit Available Now!4f15f2163c024861a34584b6e7f86d23

Limited Time: Save 15% at Launch with Code 15TPSOLARCAM on Amazon

We are proud to announce the release of the first of the solar cameras first shown at CES this year.

The C402 and C402KIT are welcome additions to our line of outdoor cameras, bringing a streamlined design, improved USB-C compatibility, and Full Color Night Vision.  

Uninterrupted Power Supply - Removes the Need to Charge Your Cameras and Gives a Maintenance-Free Security Experience. Without a solar panel, the onboard battery can also last up to 180 days before needing to be charged.

7ab0a8bf462b4740b81868c399ac704d Flexible Storage Options: Local SD Card Storage Up to 512GB or Secure Tapo Cloud Service

Smart Person Detection – Get Alerts whenever a person is detected, reducing unnecessary notifications.

Intelligent Phone Notifications – Customizable Activity and Privacy Zones Allow for Precise Motion Detection and Alerts  

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Mounting Your Solar Panel and Camera 10b891833b5a45179c8503fc4f6e2142

Mount your camera with or without the included solar panel to improve the view of your camera or to place your camera under an eave.

The Mounting Plat included in the C402KIT has a plate cover if you plan to separate your camera from the solar panel.

For a Complete Overview of the Installation Process, with and without the camera attached, please see the Quick Install Guide for the Solar Panel:

A201 Solar Panel Quick Install Guide

Mounting Tips:

  • Choose a Sunny Location That Receives Sun Throughout the Year
  • Position the panel southfacing in the Northern Hemisphere or north-facing in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • The recommended tilt angle between the panel and the ground is 35° ~ 45°
  • The USB Adapter Cable is .5m (19.68” long), Extension Wire Included for Most Installations
  • Solar Panel Max Charging Output: 5.2V / 2.5W 

 

Learn More on the C402 Product Spotlight

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Re:Tapo SolarCam C402KIT - Solar Powered Security Camera Kit
2024-06-25 17:00:39

  @Riley_S How do you access the wifi camera live?

 

What are the requirements?

Can you use linux as the OS?

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2024-06-26 18:14:04

Hey @cmora111,

Tapo's battery cameras are limited to accessing the live view of the camera through the Tapo App or an official integration such as Google Home, Apple Home, or SmartThings. For the most part, you will be viewing the camera's clips and recordings via the Tapo App, even when away from your home.

 

If you are looking to use the device outside of an official platform, we normally recommend looking at the designated hard-wired cameras, as this type of camera supports RTSP and ONVIF - allowing you to view the video feed on your network with a compatible app or service. This would also allow you to use an ONVIF/RTSP Linux application to view a powered camera video.

 

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2024-06-27 23:41:35

  @Riley_S Thank you. 

 

What abount using ftp to upload from the camera?

 

Carlos

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2024-07-04 20:02:02
I tested the product for 2 days with 5 hours of direct sunlight. Triple checked connections and could not confirm the solar panel was working. The battery/solar panel data failed to register any input and read , “Not connected to power.” I choose to return the C402 Kit because I was not going to mount somewhere only to find the solar panel failed. Please Tapo either correct the app or QC your solar panels.
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2024-07-05 01:58:48

  @AWAYMODE 

 

I had the same issue. After several back and forth conversations with technical support, I was finally told that "no power supply" in the Beta version of the app simply meant it was not charging at that time. My camera has shown 100% charged for fours days now and is working fine. 

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