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TP-Link TC42 reviews
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Product overview
TP-Link TC42 is listed in the security cameras category. The recorded specifications include type: IP security camera; placement supported: Indoor & outdoor; maximum resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels; night vision: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code TC42. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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Specifications
Manufacturer code: TC42. Icecat product 122373195 · Checked 14 Sep 2026. The source lists this code for Great Britain. No specifications are transferred from other editions.
All 88 source specifications
| Type | IP security camera |
|---|---|
| Placement supported | Indoor & outdoor |
| Connectivity technology | Wired & Wireless |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant |
| Day/night mode | Yes |
| Infrared (IR) cut-off filter | Yes |
| Built-in light | Yes |
| Form factor | Spherical |
| Mounting type | Ceiling/Wall/Pole |
| Product colour | Black, White |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Protection features | Dust resistant, Heat resistant, Rain proof, Snow resistant, Weather resistant |
| International Protection (IP) code | IP66 |
| Weatherproof | Yes |
| Camera pan control | Yes |
| Camera tilt control | Yes |
| Field of view (FOV) angle | 112° |
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal | 95° |
| Lens viewing angle, vertical | 53° |
| Lens viewing angle, diagonal | 112° |
| Optical sensor size | 25.4 / 3 mm (1 / 3") |
| Progressive scan | Yes |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Digital zoom | 12x |
| Number of lenses | 1 |
| Maximum aperture number | 1.6 |
| Fixed focal length | 3.2 mm |
| Night vision | Yes |
| Night vision distance | 29.9 m |
| LED type | IR |
| Infra-red wavelength | 850 nm |
| Maximum resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels |
| Total megapixels | 4 MP |
| Video formats supported | H.264 |
| Supported graphics resolutions | 2560 x 1440 |
| Supported video modes | 1440p |
| Frame rate | 30 fps |
| Noise reduction | Yes |
| Image quality adjustment | DNR |
| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
| Supported network protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Channel bandwidth | 2400 MHz |
| Works with the Google Assistant | Yes |
| Works with Amazon Alexa | Yes |
| Live view | Yes |
| Built-in HDD | No |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum memory card size | 512 GB |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Built-in siren | Yes |
| Siren noise level | 93 dB |
| Video motion detection | Yes |
| Active tampering alarm | Yes |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit AES, SSL/TLS, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA3 |
| Alert notification type | Push notification, Snapshot alert message |
| Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features | Human detection, Line crossing detection, Moving object, Pet detection, Vehicle detection |
| Cloud-managed | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Power source type | AC, DC |
| AC input voltage | 100-240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption (typical) | 3.75 W |
| Power consumption (max) | 7.65 W |
| DC output voltage | 9 |
| DC output current | 0.85 A |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | -30 - 60 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 60 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 90% |
| Width | 123.8 mm |
| Depth | 90 mm |
| Height | 123 mm |
| Weight | 396.84 g |
| Cable length | 3 m |
| Package type | Box |
| Number of cameras | 1 |
| Mounting kit | Yes |
| Mounting brackets included | Yes |
| Screws included | Yes |
| Manual | Yes |
| Packaging content | TC42 Camera Power Adapter Mounting Anchors Mounting Screws Bracket Screws Mounting Template Mounting Bracket Waterproof Seal Waterproof Cable Attachments Quick Start Guide |