Does the C500 support RTSP or ONVIF for an NVR or Home Assistant?

No, this model has no official RTSP or ONVIF. It works only through the Xiaomi Home (Mi Home) app, with recording to a microSD card, to NAS or to encrypted cloud. RTSP integration with Home Assistant exists only via unofficial routes that the vendor does not support.

Which voice assistants does it work with?

Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are officially supported for live view and voice commands. Apple HomeKit is not supported by this model.

What microSD card can I use, and are there other storage options?

It accepts microSD cards up to 256GB. You can also store footage on a network NAS or in encrypted cloud. H.265 encoding keeps file sizes down.

Does it see at night without disturbing a child's sleep?

Yes. It films in colour in low light, and for full darkness it uses 8 completely invisible 940nm IR LEDs with no typical red glow, so it won't disturb sleep.

Is there privacy protection when I'm home?

Yes, the camera has a physical shutter that covers the lens, manually or automatically. When closed, the lens is physically blocked and cannot record.

Does it need a power cable or does it have a battery?

It's a wired indoor camera, 5V/2A, with no battery. You plug it into the mains and it stays always on for continuous monitoring.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 Indoor 3.5K

Name: Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 Indoor Security Camera (3.5K, 360° Pan/Tilt)
Brand: Xiaomi
SKU: BHR089AEU
Price: 999 MDL
Availability: InStock

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Compatibility

Works with these ecosystems

Protocols

Wi-Fi
BLE

Ecosystems

Google Home
Amazon Alexa

What it is, who it's for, what it does

About this product

Set the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 on a living-room shelf or beside the crib and it covers the whole room: a dual-motor gimbal pans the lens 360° horizontally and tilts it 116° vertically, while on-device AI automatically tracks people and pets that enter the frame. The 3.5K image (6MP, 3200x1800) with an f/1.6 aperture stays sharp even in low light, and 8 invisible 940nm IR LEDs deliver night vision with no visible glow. Talk to whoever is home through the noise-reducing microphone and built-in speaker, and keep footage locally on a microSD card (up to 256GB), on NAS, or in encrypted cloud storage. For privacy, a physical shutter covers the lens. It pairs over dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0, runs from the Xiaomi Home app, and responds to Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice commands. 24 months of official warranty.

Delivery
Delivery 50 MDL
Returns
14 days to return
Warranty
24 months

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CasaSmart essentials

What it works with, what it needs, what you can do

Verified compatibility

We test every device for these ecosystems. For non-standard integrations contact us before ordering.

Home Assistant
Zigbee
Matter
KNX
Wi-Fi

Install & requirements

What you need on your side and what we deliver.

Zigbee hub or Matter gateway for wireless variants
65 mm back-box or DIN panel for wired variants
Local setup on Home Assistant — included in install

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Smart scenarios

Three typical automations we set up after the install.

01Morning: warm light + blinds up + climate at 22 °C
02Leaving: lights off, arm sensors, close the gas
03Evening: warm ambient + cinema scene

Where it works

Use cases

Home

See your child in 3.5K and talk to them via two-way audio, while invisible 940nm IR LEDs film at night without disturbing their sleep.

Home

360° rotation and AI pet tracking show what the dog or cat is up to while you're out, with alerts when they move around the home.

Home

Placed by the entrance, AI person detection alerts you when someone comes in, and two-way audio lets you respond on the spot.

For the installer

Technical specifications

full spec · wiring · datasheet

Physical

Resolution / sensor: 3.5K UHD, 6MP, 3200x1800; 1/2.45" image sensor, f/1.6 aperture

Other

Viewing angle (pan/tilt): 360 deg horizontal pan, 116 deg vertical tilt; dual-motor gimbal with auto-return
Pan and tilt: Yes - motorised dual-motor pan-tilt, app-controlled, with motion tracking
Storage (microSD/NAS/cloud): microSD up to 256GB; encrypted cloud storage; NAS network storage; H.265 encoding
Two-way audio communication: Yes - noise-reduction microphone + speaker for two-way voice calls
AI detection: On-device AI human (person) and pet detection with automatic tracking and motion alerts
Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (2.4/5 GHz, 802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.0 (setup)
Privacy: Physical privacy lens shutter (manual or automatic)
Dimensions: 79 x 79 x 119 mm

Environment

Night vision: Full-colour low-light imaging + 8x 940nm invisible (no-glow) IR LEDs

Power

Power: Wired, 5V/2A; no battery

Wireless

Ecosystem / app: Xiaomi Home (Mi Home) / HyperOS Connect; Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice & live view. No Apple HomeKit.
RTSP / ONVIF: No — proprietary app only (no RTSP/ONVIF)

Support

Frequently asked questions

Does the C500 support RTSP or ONVIF for an NVR or Home Assistant?
No, this model has no official RTSP or ONVIF. It works only through the Xiaomi Home (Mi Home) app, with recording to a microSD card, to NAS or to encrypted cloud. RTSP integration with Home Assistant exists only via unofficial routes that the vendor does not support.
Which voice assistants does it work with?
Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are officially supported for live view and voice commands. Apple HomeKit is not supported by this model.
What microSD card can I use, and are there other storage options?
It accepts microSD cards up to 256GB. You can also store footage on a network NAS or in encrypted cloud. H.265 encoding keeps file sizes down.
Does it see at night without disturbing a child's sleep?
Yes. It films in colour in low light, and for full darkness it uses 8 completely invisible 940nm IR LEDs with no typical red glow, so it won't disturb sleep.
Is there privacy protection when I'm home?
Yes, the camera has a physical shutter that covers the lens, manually or automatically. When closed, the lens is physically blocked and cannot record.
Does it need a power cable or does it have a battery?
It's a wired indoor camera, 5V/2A, with no battery. You plug it into the mains and it stays always on for continuous monitoring.

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Updated: 13 June 2026· reviewed by CasaSmart Expert Team

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