Keeping an eye on your home while you are away can feel stressful. Gaps in coverage, blurry night images, and missed motion alerts often leave families uneasy. When you cannot see a quiet room or hear a sudden sound, you wonder if something is wrong. The TP-Link Tapo C840 Wi-Fi Security Camera solves these worries by giving you clear 1440p video, 30 fps smooth motion, and infrared night vision that works without disturbing light. It lets you watch, listen, and act from any smartphone, so you stay in control.
TP-Link Tapo C840 Wi-Fi Security Camera 1440p IR H.264 30fps Indoor Night Vision with Tapo
Imagine a camera that follows every move in a room and still shows crystal-clear detail after dark. The TP-Link Tapo C840 is that camera. It is designed for indoor use, delivering 1440p resolution and H.264 compression so video loads fast. If you need to watch a nursery, a living room, or a pet area, this camera gives you a full view with pan-and-tilt and smart motion tracking. The Tapo app sends instant alerts, so you never miss a moment.
Usages
Use the camera in a babys nursery to see your childs sleep patterns without turning on a light. Place it in the living room to watch family gatherings or detect unexpected visitors. Mount it in a home office to monitor work-from-home activity and protect equipment. Set it up near a pets favorite spot to check on feeding times and playful moments. The three mounting stands let you adjust height and angle as rooms change.
Benefits
- Clear 1440p video lets you read faces and details from anywhere.
- Infrared night vision works in total darkness without visible light.
- Smart motion tracking keeps moving subjects centered automatically.
- Two-way audio lets you talk to loved ones or pets instantly.
- No subscription required, so you save money while staying safe.
Key Features
- 1440p resolution with 30 fps smooth playback.
- Pan and tilt for 360 coverage of a room.
- Invisible infrared LEDs for clear night vision.
- Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way talk.
- H.264 video compression reduces bandwidth use.
- Wi-Fi dual-band (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) for stable connection.
- Smart motion detection with instant push alerts.
- MicroSD card slot supports local video storage.
- Easy setup with Tapo app on iOS or Android.
- Includes AC adapter, USB cable, and three mounting stands.
Specifications
| Camera |
| F-number (relative aperture) |
1.6 |
| Fixed focal length |
2.53 mm |
| Frame rate |
30 fps |
| LED type |
IR |
| Night mode |
Yes |
| Photo feature |
Yes |
| Video resolutions |
1920 x 1080,2560 x 1440 pixels |
| Performance |
| Built-in microphone |
Yes |
| Built-in speaker(s) |
Yes |
| Noise detection |
Yes |
| Video compression formats |
H.264 |
| Smartphone support |
Yes |
| Ports & interfaces |
| Frequency band |
2.4/5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi standards |
802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Interface |
Wi-Fi |
| Design |
| Card reader integrated |
Yes |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash), SD |
| Speaker type |
2-way |
| Product colour |
White |
| Device type |
Camera |
| Power |
| AC input frequency |
50/60 Hz |
| AC input voltage |
100-240 V |
| DC input voltage |
5 V |
| Power consumption (typical) |
4.2 W |
| Power source type |
DC |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Transmitter depth |
4.6 cm |
| Transmitter height |
10.6 cm |
| Transmitter weight |
249 g |
| Transmitter width |
4.6 cm |
| Operational conditions |
| Operating relative humidity (receiver) |
10 - 90% |
| Operating relative humidity (transmitter) |
5 - 90% |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-40 - 60 °C |
| Packaging content |
| AC adapter included |
Yes |
| Cables included |
USB |
| Mounting kit |
Yes |
