Description
The TP-Link Tapo C520WS is a versatile outdoor pan-and-tilt security camera designed to provide reliable 360° surveillance with sharp 2K QHD clarity and intelligent AI-powered protection. Equipped with a Starlight sensor, full-color night vision, dual spotlights, and motion tracking, it captures bright and detailed footage even in low-light environments. Its 360° horizontal and 130° vertical viewing angles help eliminate blind spots, while smart detection for people, pets, vehicles, line crossing, and tampering delivers accurate real-time alerts. Built for outdoor use with IP66 weatherproof protection, the Tapo C520WS also supports both Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, two-way audio, customizable sound and light alarms, and local microSD storage up to 512GB for flexible and secure monitoring. Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, it’s an ideal solution for homes, driveways, garages, and small business security setups.
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CAMERA |
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Image Sensor |
1/3” Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor |
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Lens |
• Focal Length: 3.2 mm |
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Motion Range |
• Pan Mechanical Range: 340° (360° Pan Coverage) |
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Night Vision |
• 850 nm IR LED (98 ft / 29.9 m) |
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Lighting |
2× Built-in Spotlights |
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Interface & Button |
• 1× Ethernet Port |
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VIDEO & AUDIO |
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Maximum Resolution |
2K QHD 4MP (2560 × 1440 px) |
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Frame Rate |
15/20/25/30 fps (Default 15 fps) |
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Digital Zoom |
12x |
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Video Compression |
H.264 |
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Live View |
Yes |
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Image Enhancement |
• 3DNR |
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Audio Input & Output |
Built-in Microphone and Speaker |
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Audio Communication |
Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation |
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Siren Volume |
93 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance) |
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STORAGE |
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Local Storage |
MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB) |
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Cloud Storage |
Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required) |
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DETECTION and NOTIFICATIONS |
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AI Detection |
• Motion Detection |
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Activity Zones |
Yes |
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Output Notification |
• System Notification |
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AUDIO |
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Audio Communication |
Two-Way Audio |
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Audio Input & Output: |
Built-in microphone and speaker |
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NETWORK |
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Network Connectivity |
Connect via Wi-Fi or Ethernet |
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Wireless Connectivity |
IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi |
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Ethernet Port |
1× 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port on Camera |
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RTSP |
Yes |
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ONVIF |
Yes |
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Security |
128 bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS |
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Wi-Fi Protocol |
IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz |
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Frequency |
2.4 GHz |
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SECURITY |
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Security |
• On-Device Machine Learning |
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POWER |
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Power Source |
9V DC Power Adapter |
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Input Voltage |
100-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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Output Voltage |
9 V, 0.85 A (DC Power) |
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GENERAL |
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Smart Integration |
Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
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Weather Resistance |
IP66 |
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System Requirements |
Tapo App: iOS 9.0 or higher, Andriod 4.4 or higher |
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Mounting Options |
• Ceiling-Mounted |
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Operating Temperature |
-30℃~60℃ (-22°F~140°F) |
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Storage Temperature |
-40℃~60℃ (-40°F~140°F) |
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Operating Humidity |
10%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
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Storage Humidity |
0~90% RH, Non-condensing |
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Dimensions ( W x D x H ) |
4.9 × 4.8 × 3.5 in (123.8 × 123 × 90 mm) |
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Package Content |
• Tapo C520WS Camera |
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Certifications |
CE, FCC, RoHS, RCM |