TP-Link Tapo C210 3MP Pan/Tilt

[042----960]

Hi trying to find information out about Tapo C210 3MP Pan/Tilt cameras for remote security monitoring.  We do not live at the site.  We do have WiFi, a modem and computers at this site.  Does the camera send notifications to your phone if it is not within 400m+ of the WiFi zone of the site.  Or do you have to attend the site to download the images?

[AlanM52]

Hi @042----960,

You can find support information here and be sure to check your version.

Read the info and watch the videos.

You will need to setup the Tapo camera at the remote remote.

At the remote site first check that Internet is working using one of the computers.

If you do not have a TP-Link account create one on the computer and login to verify all OK.

Use your phone to check the wi-fi network and then download the Tapo camera app.

Read the user guide then open the app to connect and configure the camera.

If everything appears to be working you now need to check Internet connectivity and rather than disconnecting from wi-fi which can be tricky I suggest going for a walk outside well away from the house or site, restart the phone, open the Tapo app and check that the camera is working.

With all the above properly functioning the camera app allows full control of everything including reviewing/downloading of recorded videos and receiving camera notifications.

Cheers

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @042----960. It's to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about security cameras.

Playback & Download On the live view page, tap Play & Download. Remotely, from the app, you can playback recordings stored in cloud storage or a microSD card. You can also download the photos and videos you take. Note: For local recording, insert a microSD card and initialise it on the Tapo app first.

In answer to your question, you do not have to attend the site to download images, which can all be done through the app remotely.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell