TP-Link VIGI C430 Dome IP security camera Indoor & outdoor 2304 x 1296 pixels Ceiling

The TP-Link VIGI C430 Dome is a 3MP Full-Color turret network camera offering 2304 x 1296 resolution for clear indoor and outdoor surveillance. Equipped with a large-aperture 4 mm lens and a high-sensitivity CMOS sensor, the camera delivers colorful monitoring even in very low light (minimum illumination 0.005 lx). It supports wired Ethernet (PoE) for one-cable power and data transmission and is designed for ceiling mounting with a white-and-black housing and a horizontal viewing angle of approximately 89.1° and vertical angle of 45.1°.

Advantages

The VIGI C430 provides continuous full-color imaging at night through supplemental lighting and Smart Video Enhancement technologies (Smart IR, WDR, 3D DNR, Night Vision) to improve image clarity. Integrated AI chips enable human and vehicle classification to reduce false alarms, while smart detection features notify on cross-line, intrusion, object removal/abandonment, and tampering. A built-in microphone records audio within roughly a 15 ft (4.5 m) radius. H.265/H.264 compression reduces bandwidth and storage requirements without sacrificing image quality, and flexible management is available via web UI, NVR UI, VIGI app, and VIGI Security Manager.

Suitable for

• Retail stores and shops for continuous indoor surveillance
• Offices and reception areas requiring people and vehicle detection
• Ceiling-mounted installations in corridors, lobbies, and small parking areas

Key specifications

• Resolution: 2304 x 1296 (3MP)
• Lens: 4 mm
• Sensor: CMOS, high-sensitivity
• Minimum illumination: 0.005 lx
• Frame rate: up to 30 fps
• Field of view: Horizontal ~89.1°, Vertical ~45.1°
• Connectivity: Wired Ethernet, PoE support
• Audio: Built-in microphone (≈15 ft / 4.5 m range)
• Mounting: Ceiling
• Compression: H.265/H.264
• Colors: White, Black

How to use

Mount the camera to a ceiling surface and route the Ethernet cable through the side outlet or ceiling opening as needed. Connect a single RJ45 cable to provide both power and network data via PoE. Configure the camera using the web UI, NVR UI, VIGI app, or VIGI Security Manager, set detection zones and classification rules for human/vehicle alerts, and adjust Smart Video Enhancement settings for optimal image quality in your environment.

Recommendations

Install the camera at a height and angle that capture the intended coverage area without obstruction; enable AI classification and set appropriate sensitivity levels to minimize false positives. For low-light locations, ensure supplemental lights are unobstructed and verify audio recording complies with local laws.