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.

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.

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.

All in the Tapo App
Easy Setup
Follow the detailed instructions in the Tapo app and choose the right mounting location and angle.

Smart Playback
Quickly find and download moments of interest by choosing the event type or sliding the timeline.

Tapo Sharing
Invite your family members to manage the camera together.

Multiple Installation Options
Use the mounting screws, template, and loops to install on any wall, ceiling, or pole for the perfect view—wherever you want.

Customizable Activity Zone
Customize detection zones to receive alerts for your most important areas.

Two-Way Audio
Communicate directly with the outdoors for your convenience.

Physical Privacy Mode
Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.

Specification

Product
Product id	974441
Brand	TP-Link
Partnr	TC42
EAN/UPC code	8885020627398
Warranty (months)	3 year limited warranty
Performance
Type	IP security camera
Placement supported	Indoor & outdoor
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)	Y
Virtual assistant	Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant
Day/night mode	Y
Built-in light	Y
Infrared (IR) cut-off filter	Y
Design
Form factor	Spherical
Mounting type	Ceiling/Wall/Pole
Product colour	Black, White
LED indicators	Y
Protection features	Dust resistant, Heat resistant, Rain proof, Snow resistant, Weather resistant
International Protection (IP) code	IP66
Weatherproof	Y
Camera
Camera pan control	Y
Camera tilt control	Y
Field of view (FOV) angle	112 °
Lens viewing angle, horizontal	95 °
Lens viewing angle, vertical	53 °
Lens viewing angle, diagonal	112 °
Image sensor
Sensor type	CMOS
Optical sensor size	1/3 "
Progressive scan	Y
Lens system
Number of lenses	1
Digital zoom	12 x
Maximum aperture number	1.6
Fixed focal length	3.2 mm
Night vision
Night vision	Y
Night vision distance	29.9 m
LED type	IR
Infra-red wavelength	850 nm
Video
Maximum resolution	2560 x 1440 Pixels
Total megapixels	4 MP
Video formats supported	H.264
Supported graphics resolutions	2560 x 1440
Supported video modes	1440p
Noise reduction	Y
Frame rate	30 fps
Image quality adjustment	DNR
Audio
Built-in speaker(s)	Y
Built-in microphone	Y
Network
Ethernet LAN	Y
Wi-Fi	Y
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Supported network protocols	TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Channel bandwidth	2400 MHz
Live view	Y
Works with the Google Assistant	Y
Works with Amazon Alexa	Y
Storage
Built-in HDD	N
Card reader integrated	Y
Compatible memory cards	MicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size	512 GB
Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Security
Built-in siren	Y
Siren noise level	93 dB
Video motion detection	Y
Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features	Human detection, Line crossing detection, Moving object, Pet detection, Vehicle detection
Alert notification type	Push notification, Snapshot alert message
Active tampering alarm	Y
Security algorithms	128-bit AES, SSL/TLS, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA3
Management features
Cloud-managed	Y
Reset button	Y
Power
Power source type	AC, DC
AC input voltage	100-240 V
AC input frequency	50/60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)	3.75 W
Power consumption (max)	7.65 W
DC output voltage	9
DC output current	0.85 A
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	-30 - 60 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-40 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 procent
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 90 procent
Weight & dimensions
Width	123.8 mm
Depth	90 mm
Height	123 mm
Weight	396.84 g
Cable length	3 m
Package type	Box
Packaging content
Number of cameras	1
Mounting kit	Y
Mounting brackets included	Y
Screws included	Y
Manual	Y