TP-Link Tapo C201 Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera 1080p
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
TP-Link Tapo Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera (Tapo C201) - 3 Years Local Warranty
The Tapo C201 is an entry-level indoor pan/tilt camera that records in 1080p Full HD. It pans through 360 degrees and tilts through 110.8 degrees of coverage, sees up to 40 ft in the dark and alerts you to motion, people and a crying baby, making it an easy way to keep an eye on home, pets or a small shop.
1080p Full HD With 360 Degree Pan
Video is recorded at 1920 x 1080 through a 4.0 mm F2.0 lens with an 88.3 degree diagonal view. The head pans through 360 degrees of coverage and tilts through 110.8 degrees, steered live from the Tapo app, and 850 nm infrared night vision reaches up to 40 ft (12 m).
Motion, Person and Baby Cry Detection
The camera detects motion, people and a crying baby and sends an alert to your phone, with activity zones to focus motion alerts on the areas that matter. Precise motion tracking lets the camera follow movement across the room.
Two-Way Audio and a 93 dB Siren
A built-in microphone and speaker give two-way audio with noise cancellation, and a 93 dB siren, measured at 10 cm, can be sounded to scare off an unwanted visitor.
Privacy Controls and Local Storage
Privacy settings in the Tapo app let you control when and what the camera monitors, and footage records to a microSD card of up to 512 GB with no compulsory subscription. Tapo Care cloud storage is optional, and RTSP and ONVIF are supported.
Ideal For
Singapore homes, nurseries, pet owners and small shops that want an affordable 1080p pan/tilt camera with local microSD recording and no compulsory subscription. Supplied by SourceIT with local Singapore warranty, GST invoice and volume pricing on request.
Tapo C201 Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Model | Tapo C201 |
| Official Product Name | Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera |
| Brand | TP-Link Tapo |
| Warranty | 3 Years Local Warranty (Singapore) |
Camera
| Image Sensor | 1/3" progressive scan CMOS (not Starlight sensor) |
| Lens | Focal length 4.0 mm; aperture 2.0; field of view 88.3° (diagonal), 75.2° (horizontal), 40.8° (vertical) |
| Night Vision | 850 nm IR LED (40 ft / 12 m) |
| Pan / Tilt Range | Pan mechanical range 340° (360° pan coverage); tilt mechanical range 70° (110.8° tilt coverage) |
| Interface & Button | 1x RESET button, 1x microSD card slot (up to 512 GB) |
Video & Audio
| Maximum Resolution | 1080p HD (1920 x 1080 px) |
| Frame Rate | 15 fps by default, 30 fps maximum |
| Video Compression | H.264 |
| Live View | Yes |
| Image Enhancement | 3D DNR |
| Audio Input & Output | Built-in microphone and speaker |
| Audio Communication | Two-way audio with noise cancellation |
| Siren Volume | 93 dB (measured at 4 in / 10 cm) |
Detection & Notifications
| AI Detection | Motion detection, person detection, baby cry detection |
| Activity Zones | Yes (works with motion detection only) |
| Notifications | System notification; system notification with snapshot (Tapo Care services); system notification with clips (Tapo Care services) |
Storage & Network
| Local Storage | MicroSD card slot (up to 512 GB), card purchased separately |
| Cloud Storage | Tapo Care cloud storage services (subscription required) |
| Network Connectivity | Connect via Wi-Fi |
| Wireless Connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi |
| RTSP / ONVIF | Yes / Yes |
| Security | On-device machine learning; 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS; WPA/WPA2-PSK |
Power, Hardware & Environment
| Power Source | 9 V DC power adapter |
| Adapter Input | 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Adapter Output | 9 V, 0.6 A |
| Mounting Options | Tabletop, ceiling-mounted |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C to 60 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10%-90% RH, non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5%-90% RH, non-condensing |
Figures are reproduced as TP-Link publishes them. The certification row is printed blank and no smart-integration row is published, although TP-Link describes the camera as working with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. No dimensions, net weight or weather rating are published for this model, so none are claimed here.
Compatibility & Software Support
The Tapo C201 is set up and operated through the Tapo app, which manages every Tapo camera, plug, bulb and sensor in one place. It is a consumer Wi-Fi camera and is not part of the Omada or VIGI business ranges: it cannot be adopted into an Omada Controller and it is not managed as an Omada or VIGI device.
| Tapo App | Supported — setup and remote viewing from iOS and Android |
| Smart Integration | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa (voice control) |
| Wi-Fi Requirement | 2.4 GHz network required; the camera does not join 5 GHz networks |
| Third-Party Recording | RTSP and ONVIF supported |
| Tapo Care | Optional paid cloud storage; the camera records locally to microSD without it |
| Omada / VIGI Management | Not supported — the Tapo range is separate from TP-Link's Omada and VIGI business lines |
Where you need cameras that integrate with a business NVR or with central network management, ask SourceIT about the VIGI range instead.
Package Contents & Ordering Information
Package Contents
| In the Box | Tapo C201 Camera, Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide, Mounting Screws, Mounting Template, Camera Base, Mounting Anchors |
| Not Included | MicroSD card |
Ordering Information
| Model | Tapo C201 |
| Warranty | 3 Years Local Warranty (Singapore) |
Datasheet & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions — Tapo C201
How is the C201 different from the Tapo C230?
The C201 records 1080p (1920 x 1080) with motion, person and baby cry detection and a 93 dB siren. The C230 steps up to 3K 5MP (2880 x 1620) on a Starlight sensor, adds detection for vehicles, pets, line crossing, tampering and glass breaking, and has a 99 dB siren.
Does it work with Google Assistant and Alexa?
Yes. TP-Link describes the camera as compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for hands-free control. Availability of the assistants varies by language and country.
Can I pull the stream into my own recording software?
Yes. TP-Link publishes RTSP and ONVIF support for this model, so it is not locked to the Tapo app.
What warranty does SourceIT provide?
Three years local Singapore warranty. Every Tapo C201 sold by SourceIT comes with a GST invoice.
Can SourceIT quote this in quantity?
Yes. Send the quantity and site details and we will quote, including microSD cards and any Tapo accessories you want supplied with them.
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