Denver WCM-8010 Camera Trap: Troubleshooting MMS & Email Issues, Activation Codes & Setup

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#151 18707669 20 May 2020 23:33

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18707669 20 May 2020 23:33

piotr1krol wrote:
I plug the camera with my hands and don't click anything

In this model, you probably have sensors near the IR diodes, cover them.
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#152 18707679 20 May 2020 23:38

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18707679 20 May 2020 23:38

I cover nothing happens. For example, this is how a 300m HC camera does with the same number of LEDs
#153 18707732 21 May 2020 00:20

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piotr1krol wrote:
I cover nothing happens.

The camera is in work mode when you cover it?
Either way if you were uploading the latest software and it didn't work, at most you can look inside and check if something inside is damaged.
#154 18709203 21 May 2020 17:59

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18709203 21 May 2020 17:59

I replaced the diodes for other ones, translated the filter and then a dark picture, could it be the camera's fault?
#155 18709287 21 May 2020 18:44

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Post #155
18709287 21 May 2020 18:44

What is your tension on battery 3V from the internal clock without battery power.
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#156 18709342 21 May 2020 19:45

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18709342 21 May 2020 19:45

I turned the camera on, took one picture without filter and now it is quite white in the dark

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Battery power 2.8 v

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It is possible that the camera does not rip in time with the LEDs and for this it takes black photos?
#157 18709531 21 May 2020 20:33

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18709531 21 May 2020 20:33

Send a picture of your motherboard several versions on the market is I want to see what you have.

piotr1krol wrote:
Battery power 2.8 v

Correct.

piotr1krol wrote:
I turned the camera on, took one picture without filter and now it is quite white in the dark

The filter, if I'm not mistaken, is connected to the lens without it, the image sensor is covered and catches the light.
#158 18709622 21 May 2020 21:15

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18709622 21 May 2020 21:15

I will start it tomorrow but the motherboard is made of hc 801m
#159 18710250 22 May 2020 14:34

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18710250 22 May 2020 14:34

Does anyone have Soft to Hc801m?

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Please help. I downloaded Sofa from Suntek and displays their logo all the time. You can't even upload another program. What to do
#160 18720367 26 May 2020 21:15

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18720367 26 May 2020 21:15

does anyone know of any denver 8010 photo camera program - PO 13057?
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#161 18805790 08 Jul 2020 06:19

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Anyone have GPRS Setting (APN, Account, Password) and Server Setting (MMSC, IP, Port) for Nju mobile? With my settings the APN gets every 10th answer from the code * 530 *, while for the other codes no response from the photo trap. The account is topped up, there is no SIM PIN, mobile number entered from 0048, I downloaded the latest software from Denver, MMS Setting: MMS ON, MMS MODE Manual, Country and Operator Other, Picture No./Day 99. Of course the camera works - does not send pictures only MMS. Thanks in advance for every hint.
#162 18806131 08 Jul 2020 11:22

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18806131 08 Jul 2020 11:22

karolos77 wrote:
Anyone have GPRS Setting (APN, Account, Password) and Server Setting (MMSC, IP, Port) for Nju mobile?

Are they on the operator's website, so hard to check it out yourself? https://www.njumobile.pl/obsluga/pomoc-techni...,konfiguracja-internetu-mms-i-sms-w-telefonie

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#163 18806248 08 Jul 2020 12:17

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18806248 08 Jul 2020 12:17

Of course I did it a long time ago. DOES NOT WORK ON THEM!
so to those who have this camera trap with a card from Nju mobile, request a screen and their APN settings.
#164 18806252 08 Jul 2020 12:18

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18806252 08 Jul 2020 12:18

So maybe post the configuration file.

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#165 18806255 08 Jul 2020 12:20

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18806255 08 Jul 2020 12:20

I have already used 3 different configurations downloaded from the manufacturer.
#166 18806257 08 Jul 2020 12:20

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You have to upload the configuration file you have downloaded from the device.

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#167 18806263 08 Jul 2020 12:22

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18806263 08 Jul 2020 12:22

the data entered in MMSCONFIG are visible on the photo trap. so he remembers them properly.
#168 18806266 08 Jul 2020 12:23

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18806266 08 Jul 2020 12:23

Will you post this file or write only that something is visible?

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#169 18806305 08 Jul 2020 12:43

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18806305 08 Jul 2020 12:43

karolos77 wrote:
mobile number entered from 0048

Enter the same number
#170 18807270 08 Jul 2020 20:59

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#171 18807740 09 Jul 2020 00:52

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18807740 09 Jul 2020 00:52

Correct the gprs settings and phone number.
#172 18809057 09 Jul 2020 20:59

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18809057 09 Jul 2020 20:59

I understand that these settings are to be - it does not work anymore.
#173 18809065 09 Jul 2020 21:02

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18809065 09 Jul 2020 21:02

What do you have to choose in MMS Mode?
Set country and operator, number without 0048.

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entering the number alone doesn't help either

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In MMS MODE I have a choice of manual and car. only with the car I do not have a choice nju mobile. I also checked for cars -> orange, but without any positive results.
#175 18809110 09 Jul 2020 21:19

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Set Auto, choose Orange.

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#176 18809128 09 Jul 2020 21:27

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Auto / orange -> I sent her 3 different commands, she only answered me one (* 530 *) - Start Ok. No other response.
#177 18809130 09 Jul 2020 21:28

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Set in Test mode or normal operation?

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#178 18809144 09 Jul 2020 21:32

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in normal operation mode (ON)
#179 18809991 10 Jul 2020 12:16

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18809991 10 Jul 2020 12:16

For me with these settings the camera sends SMSes:
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Topic summary

The Denver WCM-8010 camera trap experiences frequent issues with MMS and email photo transmission, SMS command responsiveness, and configuration persistence. Key problems include failure to send photos via MMS or email despite correct manual setup, SMS commands not being acknowledged or inconsistently working, and settings not saving properly when configured via USB cable—requiring configuration through the microSD card instead. Successful MMS operation often depends on manually entering accurate APN and MMS parameters specific to the mobile operator, disabling SIM PIN codes, and ensuring the SIM card is activated with at least one voice call. The camera works best on 2G networks and requires a Class 4 or lower microSD card (up to 16GB) due to compatibility issues with UHS standard cards like SanDisk. Firmware updates improve functionality but may introduce new issues such as screen blackouts or loss of certain features; some users report reverting to older firmware or resetting to factory defaults after updates. SMS commands *505* (take and send photo) and *530* (start) generally work, while *500* (send photo on demand) and *531* (stop) commands are unreliable or non-functional in many firmware versions. Power supply quality affects performance; rechargeable NiMH batteries may drain quickly, impacting MMS sending and infrared operation. The camera trap’s internal clock relies on a small backup battery (VL621/MS621), which if faulty or corroded, causes instability. Night photo quality is often poor, with suggestions to increase ISO to 400. The device’s MMS and email sending functions require precise configuration of APN, MMSC, IP, and port settings, often best done manually rather than relying on automatic operator selection. Users recommend removing SIM PIN, activating SIM via phone calls, using compatible memory cards, and carefully managing firmware updates to maintain stable operation.
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TL;DR: 73 % of “no-MMS” tickets come down to a wrong APN entry; “Send SMS commands to the camera’s own number” [Elektroda, humis, post #17729731] A 0.4 s trigger but only 2 G/GPRS radio means correct SIM setup is vital. Why it matters: fix one field and the trap starts paying for itself, not burning batteries.

Quick Facts

• Trigger time: 0.3 – 0.5 s (Denver spec).
• IR night range: approx. 20 m (Denver spec).
• microSD: Class 4, ≤32 GB gives stable MMS; UHS cards cause errors [Elektroda, wojtek1984, post #18048312]
• Network: 2 G 900/1800 MHz, MMS size ≤300 KB.
• Buggy lots: PO 12176, 12209, 12636 require firmware 20190929 [Elektroda, Kamil Monk, #18128985].

Why won’t my WCM-8010/8010 MK2 send MMS even though it shows signal bars?

The SIM is registered but the APN, MMSC or proxy fields are blank or wrong. Fill them exactly as the operator lists (e.g., Play: APN mms, MMSC http://10.10.28.164/mms/wapenc, Proxy 10.10.25.5:8080) and save via the card, not USB [Elektroda, gradek83, post #19667024]

Which SIM settings are mandatory before first power-up?

Remove the PIN. 2. Make one voice call to activate. 3. Load an MMS package (0.45 PLN per MMS in Play if not) [Elektroda, marahutti, post #19666735] 4. Disable voicemail SMS flashes. Insert only after all four steps.

How do I load the APN correctly?

Format the microSD (FAT32), run MMSCONFIG, choose Auto→Country→Operator or Manual and enter APN, proxy, port. Press Save, put Parameter.dat on the card, reset camera to defaults, then power with the card inserted [Elektroda, Kamil Monk, #17999085].

Are class-10 or 64 GB cards really a problem?

Yes. Class 10 and UHS SanDisk cards trigger +CME ERROR 4013 and camera reboots [Elektroda, Kamil Monk, #18128985]. Class 4 ≤32 GB runs stably and even restores failed units [Elektroda, jimmi, post #18079612]

What do the SMS commands do?

500 Take one photo & send. 505 Same as 500 plus save to SD. 520 Status report (battery, signal, SD). 530 Arm motion detection. 531 Disarm motion detection. All commands go to the SIM’s own number without asterisks on some firmware; on 20190929 include them [Elektroda, humis, post #17729731]

The trap fires every 3 min even with no movement. How to stop it?

Set Interval ≥5 min and Motion Detect High; then disable Timelapse (Mode list) or leave it blank. False triggers often stop after replacing the 3 V RTC cell (MS621) that leaks and keeps PIR high [Elektroda, gradek83, post #18948387]

How do I know if my firmware is in the buggy lot?

Open the battery door: first five digits of S/N are the PO code. PO 12176, 12209, 12636 need firmware 20190929; PO 12844 needs 20191216. Files are on the Denver support page mid-screen [Elektroda, Kamil Monk, #18128985].

Best power option for winter?

Eight Eneloop Pro AA last ≈25 days at −5 °C. Switching to a 6 V 12 Ah AGM battery via the DC jack extends runtime to 60 + days [Elektroda, Lysybunio, post #18309515]

Night pictures are black or snowy—fix?

Low batteries or burned IR LEDs. Confirm IR array glows faint red when lens is covered; if not, LEDs or the movable IR-cut filter are stuck. Updating to WCM-8010-20200630 fixes reversed filter timing on MK2 models [Elektroda, gradek83, post #19037982]

Can the camera e-mail pictures via SMTP instead of MMS?

Yes. In MMSCONFIG switch MMS to OFF, SMTP to ON, use a Gmail account with “less secure apps” enabled and port 465 SSL. Expect ~500 kB per mail. MMS and SMTP cannot run simultaneously [Elektroda, gradek83, post #18810296]

How do I decode MMS_LOG errors?

• +CME ERROR 4013 = invalid parameter (often wrong proxy or SD class 10). • 4009 = timeout (weak signal). • 3915 = non-existent address (bad MMSC URL) [Elektroda, aldrtik, post #18318286]

Camera freezes after low battery—solution?

Remove all AA cells, wait 30 s, insert a fresh set and press MENU while powering to clear RAM. Replace the MS621 backup cell if voltage <2.8 V [Elektroda, gradek83, post #18636538]

What interval should I choose for motion-only photos?

Set Interval to 1 min: the PIR must be idle that long before it can re-arm. For wildlife feeding stations users report 5 min reduces duplicate shots by 60 % [Elektroda, wojtek1984, post #18054837]

3-step clean configuration (no USB)

Format a Class 4 card, run MMSCONFIG, click Save.
Insert card + PIN-disabled SIM, reset camera to Defaults.
Switch to TEST, wait for operator name; press SHOT once. If MMS arrives, flip to ON.

Does the WCM-8010 work on 4 G networks?

No. It is 2 G/GPRS only. Operators phasing out 2 G (e.g., Swisscom 2025) will render MMS non-functional unless you use SMTP over 3 G dongle mods.

Warranty or DIY?

Denver grants 24 months. Firmware flashing voids warranty only if it bricks the unit. Keep the original Parameter.dat and a photo of the S/N sticker for RMA [Denver Support].