It only works with 8 AA batteries. Rechargeable AA batteries are also not recommended. Connection with an adapter is not possible.
I'm still very happy with the AA batteries, they last about half a year. (and from an ecological point of view: recharging lithium batteries over and over again would not be environmentally neutral either!)
I'm super happy with it as a wildlife camera. I don't see it for surveillance: only records and doesn't give an alarm if anything moves. It needs 8 AA batteries that last at least 3 months, but do you change batteries for years for surveillance?
I have an Arlo and a Reolink for surveillance (although the Reolink is more robust and charges the battery better with the solar panel).
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I would use batteries rather than rechargeable batteries.
Depending on the setting, between 8 and 14 days for me.
Observe such a birdhouse with a lot of operation.
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According to official information, the camera does not have a Micro USB or USB-C port for transferring files directly to a computer. Data is stored on a microSD card, which must be removed from the camera to read it on a computer. Files can be accessed via a mobile application (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth), but there is no wired USB connection for direct transfer to a computer, according to current documentation.
It is not possible to connect the camera to an existing Wi-Fi network and access the app while travelling. When using the app, the mobile phone must be within range of the camera's own Wi-Fi. First, the mobile phone "wakes up" the camera with a Bluetooth connection and then the data is exchanged with the camera WiFi via the app (the range is limited).
Yes, you will need to buy a microSD card to use the camera as there is no internal memory. The camera supports microSD cards up to 256 GB, which are not included in the scope of delivery.
Unfortunately, we have no personal experience with the wildlife camera. The best thing to do is to contact the manufacturer: https://denver.eu/after-sale....
The camera can be connected directly via a Bluetooth connection and the "Trail Cam Go" app.
The images and videos can then be viewed and downloaded directly via the app.
My camera is set as follows: PIR sensitivity medium, PIR interval 5 seconds, without motion detection filter.
The camera recognised and recorded cats and foxes (there was one, but it came more often). The distance of the camera to the main object (compost) was approx. 4-5 metres, but the fox was still detected, filmed and photographed at a distance of over 10 metres. Of course, I don't know whether all the cats in the garden were recognised, but at least there were a few on the memory card.
Integration via WLAN e.g. in the home network : No
"The camera has an integrated WLAN and Bluetooth module so that you can
connect and operate the camera via a special app ("TrailCam Go").
The Bluetooth module, which operates with low power consumption, is used for
device detection and the WLAN is used for preview, image transfer and
and adjustment."(https://denver.eu/files...)
Hi, you can determine the resolution of the images yourself. And it also depends on whether something runs in front of your lens. Constant movement triggers a recording.
Without a lock, everyone has free access to the camera settings, batteries and data. Unless you protect the system with a password as described above.
Hello, the camera reacts to movement and then switches to recording. There is no sensor on the camera that could react to animal noises. There is also no possible setting in this form.
This camera is not ideal for close-up photography as it is mainly designed for monitoring wildlife over longer distances. The camera offers a PIR detection range of up to 20 metres and is equipped with a 120° viewing angle, which makes it more suitable for observing animals outdoors.
I haven't tried it myself, but the operating instructions advise against it as it shortens the standby times. Otherwise a great wildlife camera for the price!
To get the Denver WCT-8026W up and running for the first time, you'll need a number of essential items:
- Batteries: Yes, batteries are essential. The camera uses 8 AA batteries. Alkaline, nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd) or nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries are recommended for optimum battery life.
- SD card: The camera has no internal memory, so a microSD card is required to save images and videos. The microSD card is not included with the camera.
I only use it as described below.
The camera has an integrated WLAN and Bluetooth module so that you can
connect and operate the camera via a special app ("TrailCam Go").
The Bluetooth module, which operates with low power consumption, is used for
device detection and the WLAN is used for preview, image transfer and
and setting.
4 WIFI CONNECTION
4.1 Downloading the app
Before you can use the WLAN functionality, please download the "TrailCam
Go" app from Google Play or the App Store.
Once you have installed the app on your mobile phone, switch on the
Bluetooth function of the mobile and switch on the app. Add the device and
connect the camera according to the instructions in the app.
Use the app to set the camera menu, view photos and video files
display, download and delete photos and video files from the memory card.
While using the app, you must authorise the app to access the WLAN,
the Bluetooth function, memory, location, album and camera of your device.
of your device. This is necessary to take pictures or videos
and activate the local network.
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