V380 Firmware →

V380 firmware manages the core operations of low-cost IP cameras produced by Guangdong Macro-Video Smart Technologies

Device Info: Scroll down and tap on "Device Information" or "Firmware Update." v380 firmware

Because "V380" is a very generic term used by hundreds of different Chinese manufacturers for a wide range of IP cameras (bulb cameras, dome cameras, outdoor bullet cameras, and robots), there isn't one single "V380 Firmware." V380 firmware manages the core operations of low-cost

Many developers use a specific configuration file called ceshi.ini to unlock features without a full firmware rebuild: Place ceshi.ini in the SD card root. Disable Cloud P2P if you use your own NVR or Blue Iris

Issue 2: Update Fails at 50% – "Network Error"

Cause: Your 2.4GHz WiFi channel is congested or the firewall blocks port 8000/8888.

  • Disable Cloud P2P if you use your own NVR or Blue Iris. Many V380 cameras continuously phone home.
  • Change default credentials – even after firmware update, the default admin/admin often persists.
  • Block internet access at your router firewall (allow only local IP) – this prevents unwanted firmware auto-updates that might break your setup.

Pro tip: Before updating, record your camera’s current firmware version and network settings. After a successful update, power-cycle the camera and reconfigure Wi-Fi if needed.

How to Update V380 Firmware

  • Unique device IDs and per-device keys generated during provisioning.
  • Enforced strong default credentials; first-use setup requires password change.
  • Multi-tier user roles (owner/admin/viewer) with token-based sessions (JWT or similar).
  • Optional integration with OAuth/OpenID for cloud accounts.

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