TP-Link VIGI C540-W(4mm) 4MP Outdoor Wi-Fi Pan/Tilt Network Camera, IP66, H.265+, Smart Human & Vehicle Detection, Two-Way Audio, microSD 512GB, IR 30m + White Light 30m

The TP-Link VIGI C540-W(4mm) is an outdoor Wi-Fi pan/tilt network camera designed for continuous site monitoring where coverage, identification detail, and installation flexibility matter. It records up to a 4MP maximum resolution of 2560 × 1440, delivering sharper detail compared with standard 1080p cameras. This higher clarity supports clearer identification of people and vehicles at typical property distances and improves review quality for security incidents.

A key strength of the VIGI C540-W is its pan/tilt mechanical coverage. The camera supports a wide pan range from 0° to 350° and a tilt range from 0° to 120°, enabling a single camera position to monitor large areas such as shopfronts, warehouses, parking spaces, loading bays, building corners, and perimeter lanes. Pan and tilt speeds are configurable, and the camera supports up to 300 presets. This lets you define consistent viewpoints—such as a gate, entrance, driveway, delivery area, or main walkway—and move between them quickly. The camera also supports patrol scanning with 8 patrols and up to 8 presets per patrol, helping automate routine scanning of priority zones without constant manual control. In addition, power-off memory allows the camera to automatically restore the previous pan/tilt and lens status after power is restored, helping maintain operational continuity after outages. The camera also supports park actions such as returning to a preset or continuing a patrol scan.

This 4mm version uses a fixed lens with an F1.6 aperture and a defined field of view (Horizontal 79°, Vertical 43°, Diagonal 93°). This focal length provides a balanced perspective: wider than long-range lenses, but more focused than ultra-wide options. It is commonly chosen when you want practical area coverage while keeping enough detail on key areas like gates, driveways, or main entry paths. For planning, the datasheet provides DORI guidance (Detect 80m, Observe 33m, Recognize 16m, Identify 8m). These values are guidance for estimating usable distance ranges for detection and identification and can vary depending on mounting position, scene lighting, and environmental conditions.

For day and night performance, the camera includes an IR cut filter and supports very low-light operation. Minimum illumination is rated at 0.005 lux, and the camera can operate at 0 lux when IR or white light is enabled. For night monitoring, it provides dual illumination: infrared LEDs and white LEDs, each rated up to 30 meters. This gives you flexibility based on the site’s needs. IR illumination supports discreet monitoring with black-and-white night imaging, while white light can support color night visibility and act as a visible deterrent. Illumination behavior can be set to Auto, Scheduled, Always on, or Always off, allowing you to align lighting with operating hours and site rules. The camera also supports alarm linkage actions that can include white light flashing, which can help deter intrusions and make events more noticeable in recordings.

To optimize recording storage and bandwidth, the VIGI C540-W supports modern compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 on the main stream, and H.265 or H.264 on the sub-stream. H.265+ is designed to reduce storage and bandwidth usage compared with older formats, helping multi-camera systems keep longer retention on the same disk capacity. The camera supports up to 30 fps (60Hz), and offers multiple resolution options including 2560 × 1440 and lower resolutions for bandwidth-optimized setups. Bitrate is configurable: main stream from 256 Kbps to 3 Mbps, and sub-stream from 64 Kbps to 512 Kbps, enabling tuning based on network capacity and the level of detail required.

Intelligent monitoring is supported through Human & Vehicle Classification and a broad range of smart events. These include area intrusion detection, line-crossing detection, people detection, vehicle detection, region entering and region exiting, object abandoned detection, object removal detection, abnormal sound detection, and scene change detection. This allows alerts to focus more on meaningful activity instead of only basic motion, and can reduce false triggers caused by non-critical movement. Alarm linkage actions can include microSD recording, message push notifications, audible warning, and white light flashing depending on your configuration.

Audio features are included for environments that benefit from remote listening and communication. The camera supports two-way audio and includes a built-in microphone and speaker. The microphone is designed to capture sound activity in the nearby area (approximately a 15-foot radius), and audio is recorded using standard compression with an 8 kHz sampling rate. Two-way audio can be used for remote communication, warnings, or operational monitoring, depending on the installation context.

Connectivity is flexible for different installation scenarios. The VIGI C540-W provides a 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port for wired deployments and also supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi using IEEE 802.11b/g/n. Wireless security supports WPA/WPA2-PSK, and the camera supports AP and AP Client modes to fit different site networking needs. ONVIF support is included to support interoperability planning in environments where you may use different NVRs or VMS solutions.

For local storage, the camera includes a microSD card slot supporting up to 512GB (card not included). This enables edge recording for standalone use, redundancy, or backup recording even when an NVR is used. The camera is designed for outdoor installation with an IP66 ingress protection rating, and it supports operation in temperatures from -30°C to 60°C with up to 95% non-condensing humidity. It includes dual external antennas (2.4GHz omni-directional, 2.0dBi gain) to support more stable wireless reception.

Power is supplied via a 12V DC/1A power adapter (included). Maximum power consumption is listed at 15.3W. The package contents include the VIGI network camera, quick start guide, waterproof cable attachments, power adapter, and mounting accessories, helping ensure the camera is ready for installation and outdoor cable protection.

Overall, the TP-Link VIGI C540-W(4mm) is a strong option for businesses and properties that need flexible coverage from a single camera position. With 4MP resolution, wide pan/tilt range, dual night illumination, smart human and vehicle classification, two-way audio, and microSD edge storage support, it is built to deliver reliable outdoor surveillance with practical management and monitoring features.