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Tapo C500

Cameras · Security

Mixed reportsVerified plugin

2 reports: 1 says it works, 1 says it partly works.

Reported with 1 Homebridge plugin: Tapo Camera.

What people report

PluginStatusWhat they saidConnectsSource
Tapo Camera Verified
homebridge-tapo-camera
WorksUser reports working on 2.3.4
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Hi, i thought the currently available tapo work all the same, if the C500 is here requested (i was going to buy one) it currently seems to be not supported, but where can i find which tapo cameras actually work with this plugin? I think i just had luck, before i found that plugin i bought a C200 and i was laying around for some weeks. Since i like the C200 i was going to buy cameras for the whole house. I need to know which Tapos work please, i can't find anything i the documentation about specific models. Best Regards

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LocalIssue #76 · 2023-04
Tapo Camera Verified
homebridge-tapo-camera
Partly worksSame setup error as C200 cleared on restart; camera still not visible in HomeKit
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I’m new to Homebridge so be aware😂 Today I was installing my c500 cam and received the exact same error. After unsuccessfully googling for a solution I was done and decided to start over. And with success, the error is gone. Unfortunately HomeKit doesn’t see the camera yet, but that’s for the next quest This is what I did. 1. Delete plugin in Homebridge 2. Delete camera in Tapo app 3. Install camera in Tapo app 4. Restore backup Homebridge 5. Install plugin older version 6. Upgrade plugin after configuration Et voila, error is gone. Why and how? I have no clue. I hope this works for you to

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LocalReddit comment · 2024-01

Each row is one report from a plugin’s GitHub issues, pull requests, discussions, wiki or docs, or from r/homebridge. Check the date and the linked thread before you buy.

In ReReHome

Once a Homebridge plugin publishes it, this device reaches Apple Home as a HomeKit accessory behind your Homebridge bridge, so ReReHome shows and controls it like any other.

Identifiers

BrandTP-Link
ModelC500
CategoryCameras

Also reported as

  • TP-Link Tapo C500