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TP-Link Tapo C425 (1-pack)
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Question about TP-Link Tapo C425 (1-pack)
Hello, I have a few questions about this product: 1. is it possible to set up the camera with a WLAN connection and then move it to a location without a WLAN connection? Will the settings I have made be retained if the WLAN connection is lost? 2. what memory size should the SD card have if the camera only records when motion is detected? Let's say I empty the SD card every 2-3 days. Many thanks in advance for your help!
Wi-Fi and the Tapo mobile phone app are essential for setting up the cam. (a free account is required) The cam must then be configured via the Tapo app in the WiFi. (SD card must be inserted, which is then reformatted, and all data (images, film events, etc.) are then stored on this card. If the cam is set up outside a Wi-Fi network, the cam will record, but of course it will not be able to send alarms, pictures or live videos (I'm not sure if this is possible using your mobile as a hotspot, as it is already registered in your Wi-Fi network in the Tapo app), so if you want to know what the cam has recorded, you have to bring it back into Wi-Fi reception range. I'm not sure whether the recorded data on the SD card can be read out on the PC, they have their own file format.
I use a 256 Gb card.
I use a 256 Gb card.
This camera only makes sense with a Wi-Fi connection and a plan for the cloud. The plan is very cheap.
Don't buy a camera if you don't have wifi and don't want to pay for the cloud. But with Wi-Fi and Cloud, the camera is amazing! It has far exceeded my expectations.
Don't buy a camera if you don't have wifi and don't want to pay for the cloud. But with Wi-Fi and Cloud, the camera is amazing! It has far exceeded my expectations.
Here is the answer from Gemini (AI from Google):
1. operation without WLAN connection
Setup: The camera must be set up via a Wi-Fi connection (2.4 GHz), as the configuration is carried out via the Tapo app and an Internet connection.
Operation in locations without Wi-Fi: After successful configuration, the camera can be placed in locations without Wi-Fi. It retains its settings and continues to record events on the microSD card if motion detection is activated.
Restrictions: Without an active WLAN connection, you will not have live access, will not receive notifications on your mobile and will not be able to view recordings via the app. To check the recordings, you must either bring the camera back within range of your Wi-Fi or remove the SD card manually and read it out on the PC.
2 Recommended memory size of the SD card
As the Tapo C425 records in 2K QHD resolution, the video files require corresponding space.
Space requirement for motion recording: If you empty the card every 2-3 days, the space requirement is moderate. As a rough guide for 4MP (2K) recordings:
32 GB: Sufficient for several days to a week with normal motion frequency (approx. 20-30 events per day) without any problems.
64 GB: Offers you a large safety reserve in case more movements than usual (e.g. due to wind or animals) are recorded.
Recommendation: A 32 GB or 64 GB card is completely sufficient for your rhythm (emptying every 2-3 days). When purchasing, make sure you choose a card with speed class 10 (U1/V10) or higher, which is optimised for surveillance cameras ("High Endurance"). The camera supports cards up to 512 GB.
Tip: You can also set up the camera with a mobile hotspot on your smartphone if there is no fixed internet at the destination but you want to access it briefly for settings.
1. operation without WLAN connection
Setup: The camera must be set up via a Wi-Fi connection (2.4 GHz), as the configuration is carried out via the Tapo app and an Internet connection.
Operation in locations without Wi-Fi: After successful configuration, the camera can be placed in locations without Wi-Fi. It retains its settings and continues to record events on the microSD card if motion detection is activated.
Restrictions: Without an active WLAN connection, you will not have live access, will not receive notifications on your mobile and will not be able to view recordings via the app. To check the recordings, you must either bring the camera back within range of your Wi-Fi or remove the SD card manually and read it out on the PC.
2 Recommended memory size of the SD card
As the Tapo C425 records in 2K QHD resolution, the video files require corresponding space.
Space requirement for motion recording: If you empty the card every 2-3 days, the space requirement is moderate. As a rough guide for 4MP (2K) recordings:
32 GB: Sufficient for several days to a week with normal motion frequency (approx. 20-30 events per day) without any problems.
64 GB: Offers you a large safety reserve in case more movements than usual (e.g. due to wind or animals) are recorded.
Recommendation: A 32 GB or 64 GB card is completely sufficient for your rhythm (emptying every 2-3 days). When purchasing, make sure you choose a card with speed class 10 (U1/V10) or higher, which is optimised for surveillance cameras ("High Endurance"). The camera supports cards up to 512 GB.
Tip: You can also set up the camera with a mobile hotspot on your smartphone if there is no fixed internet at the destination but you want to access it briefly for settings.