TP-Link Tapo Smart HomeBase
Tapo H500
All-in-One Security Center
- Local Storage, expandable up to 16TB
- Advanced AI Empowers Your Devices
- Accurate Facial Recognition
- Connects up to 16 Cameras & 64 Smart Sensors
The Tapo H500 Smart HomeBase acts as the central hub for your home security system, offering comprehensive management and advanced features.
Highlights
Encrypted Local Storage, Safe and Free
With 16GB of built-in storage, expandable up to 16TB via an additional hard drive, you can store massive video clips locally. Save money by avoiding extra SD cards and monthly fees for your security cameras.
[Image: Diagram showing the Tapo H500 with 16GB eMMC included and expandable to 16TB.]
A portion of the 16GB eMMC storage will be used by the product system.
Smart Live View and Playback
Watch live views and playback on your phone or pad, or monitor up to 4 channels in real-time on a large screen via the HDMI port.
[Image: A computer monitor displaying four live camera feeds, with the Tapo H500 unit nearby.]
Highlights
Enhanced Smart AI Detection
Provides multiple free enhanced AI functions such as facial recognition, person & pet & vehicle detection, and more. Effectively filters invalid alerts from non-human and non-vehicle sources.
[Image: A family outdoors, with AI bounding boxes highlighting faces and a pet.]
Smart Home Ecosystem Center
Capable of connecting and managing up to 64 smart sensors and 16 cameras, supporting Tapo and Matter-certified devices.
[Image: A circular diagram illustrating the Tapo H500 at the center, connected to various smart devices like cameras, sensors, and a remote control.]
Features
Multi-layer Encryption
Uses multi-layer encryption technology like AES 128-bit and TLS 1.2 encryption protocols, and stores videos locally to keep your privacy safe.
Matter Controller* & Bridge
Integrate and control more Matter-certified products into the Tapo ecosystem for seamless collaboration. Integrate connected devices to other Matter-compatible ecosystems for unified control.
*The Matter Controller feature of the Tapo H500 currently supports the Matter 1.1 protocol and will be continually upgraded in the future. Actual usage may vary based on updates and device compatibility.
Home Security at Ease
Real-time viewing, event playback, and daily summary viewing of all connected cameras on an app page. Quickly find the events you want by tag.
Real-time Alarm
The integrated 110dB siren can alert you if a stranger approaches or breaks into your home.
Facial Recognition
Identifies strangers, family, and friends, categorizing them to trigger alarms selectively, enhancing accuracy and minimizing false alarms.
AI Empowerment
Empower your compatible cameras and doorbells with enhanced AI capability like facial recognition, providing a higher level of security and elevated user experience.
Offline Recording
Enjoy secure offline storage for all recordings, ensuring your data remains intact even during network interruptions.
Doorbell Voice Call
Equipped with microphone and speaker, support doorbell voice calls.
USB Sharing
Streamline connectivity and enhance convenience by enabling users to access USB devices across a network.
Specifications
- Device Quantity: Up to 16 cameras and 64 sensors
- Built-in Storage: 16GB eMMC
- Expandable Storage: 1-Bay, 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD, up to 16TB
- Ports: 1* USB 2.0 Port, 1* USB Type-C Port, 1* HDMI Port, 1* LAN Port, 1* Power Port
- Buttons: 1* Reset Button, 1* Answer/SYNC Button, 1* Decline/Mute Button, 1* Volume Up Button, 1* Volume Down Button
- LAN Port: 1* 10/100 Mbps
- USB Ports: 1* USB-A for data transfer, 1* USB-C for charging
- USB-C Output: 5V/1.5A
- USB-A Output: 5V/0.5A
- Siren: 110dB Alarm Siren
- Network: Ethernet & 5 GHz Wi-Fi (For Router), 2.4G Wi-Fi (For Cameras), Sub-1GHz
- Encryption Protocol Type: 128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 6.31 x 3.89 x 3.28 in. (160.20*98.82*83.21mm)
- Package Contents: Tapo H500, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Screws, Quick Start Guide, DC Power Adapter
- Certifications: CE, RoHS, RCM
- Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32°F−104°F)
- Storage Temperature: -20 ℃~60℃ (-4°F~140°F)
- Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
- Storage Humidity: 5%~90%RH, Non-condensing
For more information, please visit https://www.tapo.com/.
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