Imagine never wondering if your home is safe while you are away. The TP-Link Tapo C230 Wireless IP Security Camera Indoor Ceiling/Desk Mount White gives you live eyes on every room. It works on Wi-Fi, so no cables run across the floor. Many people worry about missed motion, blurry video, or privacy leaks. This camera solves those issues with a clear 3K view, smart AI alerts, and privacy zones. With Tapo you get peace of mind in a simple package.
TP-Link Tapo C230 Wireless IP Security Camera Indoor Ceiling/Desk Mount White
You often have blind spots that let a visitor slip by unnoticed. Those gaps can make you feel uneasy and can let a problem grow before you see it. The C230 removes blind spots with a wide 88 view and pan-tilt motion. It matters because you deserve to know who is at your door or what your pet is doing at any hour. The camera gives a real-time picture, AI detection, and a siren that act as a clear solution.
Usages of Tapo
Place the camera on a ceiling in the living room to watch family gatherings. Mount it on a desk in a home office to see who enters while you work. Use it in a nursery to hear a baby cry and get a sound alert. Keep it in a hallway to track pets moving between rooms. Install it near a front door to catch deliveries or visitors.
Benefits
- Sharp 3K video lets you read faces and license plates.
- AI tells you if motion is a person, pet, or vehicle.
- Two-way audio lets you speak to family or pets.
- Privacy zones hide areas you do not want recorded.
- MicroSD or cloud storage keeps footage safe for later review.
Key Features
- 5 MP CMOS sensor with 3K (2880 1620) resolution.
- 88 diagonal field of view captures a wide area.
- Pan range 0-340 and tilt range 0-69 for full room coverage.
- Night vision works up to 12 m with infrared LEDs.
- Smart motion tracking follows moving subjects automatically.
- Built-in siren sounds at 99 dB to deter intruders.
- Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control.
- Supports microSD cards up to 512 GB for local storage.
- Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n provides reliable wireless connection.
- Two-way audio with built-in microphone and speaker.
- 30 fps video at 1620p ensures smooth playback.
- 128-bit AES encryption and SSL/TLS keep your data private.
Specifications
| Performance |
| Virtual assistant |
Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant |
| Connectivity technology |
Wireless |
| Placement supported |
Indoor |
| Type |
IP security camera |
| Design |
| Product colour |
White |
| Mounting type |
Ceiling/Desk |
| Form factor |
Bulb |
| Camera |
| Pan range |
0 - 340° |
| Tilt angle range |
0 - 69° |
| Lens viewing angle, diagonal |
88° |
| Lens viewing angle, vertical |
41° |
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal |
75° |
| Field of view (FOV) angle |
88° |
| Camera tilt control |
Yes |
| Camera pan control |
Yes |
| Image sensor |
| Progressive scan |
Yes |
| Optical sensor size |
25.4 / 3 mm (1 / 3") |
| Number of sensors |
1 |
| Sensor type |
CMOS |
| Lens system |
| Maximum aperture number |
2 |
| Minimum aperture number |
2 |
| Focal length range |
4 mm |
| Zoom capability |
No |
| Number of lenses |
1 |
| Night vision |
| Infra-red wavelength |
850 nm |
| LED type |
IR |
| Night vision distance |
12 m |
| Night vision |
Yes |
| Video |
| Back Light Compensation (BLC) |
Yes |
| Image quality adjustment |
DNR |
| Noise reduction |
Yes |
| Frame rate |
30 fps |
| Supported video modes |
1620p |
| Supported graphics resolutions |
2880 x 1620 |
| Video formats supported |
H.264 |
| Total megapixels |
5 MP |
| Maximum resolution |
2880 x 1620 pixels |
| Audio |
| Built-in microphone |
Yes |
| Audio formats supported |
RTSP |
| Audio system |
2-way |
| Built-in speaker(s) |
Yes |
| Network |
| Live view |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards |
802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Supported network protocols |
TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP |
| Networking standards |
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Storage |
| Maximum memory card size |
512 GB |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Card reader integrated |
Yes |
| Security |
| Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features |
Human detection, Line crossing detection, Pet detection, Vehicle detection |
| Security algorithms |
128-bit AES, SSL/TLS, WPA, WPA2-PSK |
| Video motion detection |
Yes |
| Siren noise level |
99 dB |
| Built-in siren |
Yes |
| Management features |
| Reset button |
Yes |
| Cloud-managed |
Yes |
| Power |
| DC output current |
0.6 A |
| DC output voltage |
9 |
| Power consumption (max) |
5.7 W |
| Power consumption (typical) |
3 W |
| AC input frequency |
50/60 Hz |
| AC input voltage |
100-240 V |
| Power source type |
AC, DC |
| Operational conditions |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
10 - 90% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
5 - 90% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-20 - 60 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Cable length |
3 m |
| Weight |
190 g |
| Height |
117.7 mm |
| Depth |
86.8 mm |
| Width |
85.4 mm |
| Packaging data |
| Package type |
Box |
| Supplier features |
| Manufacturer |
TP-Link |
| Packaging content |
| Packaging content |
Tapo C230 Camera Power Adapter Quick Start Guide Mounting Anchors Mounting Screws Mounting Template Camera Base |
| Number of cameras |
1 |
| Other features |
| Maximum resolution |
2880 x 1620 pixels |
