TP-Link VIGI C540S 4MP Outdoor ColourPro Night Vision Pan Tilt Network Camera

• 4MP max resolution up to 2688 × 1520

• ColourPro ultra-low light night vision

• Pan: 0° to 348°, Tilt: 0° to 105°

• Auto tracking and wide-area 360° style monitoring

• People and vehicle analytics

• Human and vehicle classification

• Smart detection including line crossing, intrusion, loitering, region entry/exit, abandoned object, object removal, face detection, abnormal sound, and scene change

• Two-way audio with built-in microphone and speaker

• Active defense with audible warning and white light flashing

• H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264

• MicroSD card support up to 512GB

• PoE 802.3at or 12V DC

• IP66 weatherproof

• ONVIF support

Why choose the VIGI C540S?

The VIGI C540S is a strong option where a fixed camera may miss activity outside its view. With pan and tilt movement, 300 presets, and patrol functions, it can monitor larger outdoor areas more effectively than a standard fixed turret or bullet. Its 4mm lens gives a wide 104° horizontal field of view, while the motorised viewing direction helps operators check different parts of a property quickly.

For night performance, TP-Link positions this model as a ColourPro camera using an F1.0 aperture, a highly sensitive large sensor, white LEDs, and image processing enhancements to produce colour images in very dark conditions. It also supports 120dB WDR, 3D DNR, and white balance controls to improve image quality in challenging lighting.

Smart Analytics and Detection

This camera supports a wide set of intelligent detections including:

• Intrusion detection

• Line-crossing detection

• People detection

• Vehicle detection

• Region entering / exiting detection

• Object abandoned detection

• Object removal detection

• Loitering detection

• Face detection

• Abnormal sound detection

• Scene change detection

• Motion detection enhanced with human and vehicle classification

It also supports people and vehicle analytics, allowing faster post-event searching and filtering for targets of interest when used with compatible VIGI software.

Audio and Active Defense

The VIGI C540S includes two-way audio, with a built-in microphone and speaker. TP-Link states the microphone can record activity within approximately a 5 metre radius of the camera. The camera also supports audible warning and white light flashing as alarm linkage actions for active deterrence.

Storage and Compression

The camera supports onboard MicroSD storage up to 512GB and uses H.265+ compression to reduce storage and bandwidth requirements while maintaining image quality. It also supports H.265, H.264+, and H.264.

Network and Integration

The VIGI C540S includes a 10/100Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port with PoE, supports ONVIF, and can be accessed using the VIGI App, VIGI Security Manager, or web browser. Supported protocols include TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, DNS, RTSP, NTP, UPnP UDP, and SSL/TLS.

Weather Resistance and Power

Built for outdoor use, the VIGI C540S is rated IP66 and supports operation from -30°C to 60°C. Power can be supplied by 12V DC or PoE 802.3at Class 4. Power consumption is listed as max 13.13W on 12V DC or max 16.47W on PoE.

Specifications

Camera

• Image sensor: 1/1.79″ Progressive Scan CMOS

• Minimum illumination: 0.0005 Lux; 0 Lux with white light

• Slow shutter: Yes

Lens

• Lens type: Fixed focal

• Focal length: 4mm

• Aperture: F1.0

• Horizontal FOV: 104°

• Vertical FOV: 55°

• Diagonal FOV: 127°

DORI

• Detect: 63m

• Observe: 26m

• Recognize: 13m

• Identify: 6m

PTZ

• Pan: 0° to 348°

• Tilt: 0° to 105°

• Presets: 300

• Patrol scan: 8 patrols, up to 8 presets each

• 3D positioning: Yes

• Power-off memory: Yes

Illuminator

• White LEDs: 2

• White light range: 30m

• IR: N/A

Video

• Max resolution: 2688 × 1520

• Main stream: up to 30fps at 60Hz

• Compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264

• Bit rate control: CBR / VBR

• WDR: 120dB

• Privacy masks: Up to 4

Audio

• Two-way audio

• Built-in microphone

• Built-in speaker

• Noise filtering supported

Storage

• Built-in MicroSD slot

• Supports up to 512GB MicroSD card

• SD card not included

Network

• 1 × RJ45 10/100M Ethernet port

• ONVIF support

• Cloud support: Yes

Power

• 12V DC ±5%

• PoE 802.3at Class 4

Environmental

• IP66 weatherproof

• Operating temperature: -30°C to 60°C

• Dimensions: 120 × 172 × 203mm

What’s in the Box?

• VIGI Network Camera

• Quick Start Guide

• Waterproof cable attachments

• Mounting accessories

FAQs

Is the TP-Link VIGI C540S a PTZ camera?
It is a pan tilt network camera with motorised pan and tilt movement, preset positions, patrol scanning, and 3D positioning. It is not a full optical zoom PTZ model, as the lens is fixed at 4mm.

Does the VIGI C540S record in colour at night?
Yes. TP-Link markets this model with ColourPro night vision for full-colour imaging in ultra-low light conditions using its F1.0 lens, sensitive sensor, white LEDs, and image processing enhancements.

Does it support smart detection for people and vehicles?
Yes. The camera supports people and vehicle detection, human and vehicle classification, and analytics features for faster event searching when used with compatible VIGI software.

Can I store footage on the camera itself?
Yes. It has a built-in MicroSD card slot supporting cards up to 512GB. The card is sold separately.

Can I power it with PoE?
Yes. The VIGI C540S supports PoE 802.3at Class 4 as well as 12V DC power input.

Is the camera suitable for outdoor installation?
Yes. It has an IP66 weatherproof rating for outdoor use.

Does it have audio?
Yes. It supports two-way audio and includes a built-in microphone and built-in speaker.

Does it work with ONVIF systems?
Yes. TP-Link lists ONVIF support, which can help with interoperability with compatible third-party recorders and platforms.