Seamless Integrations and Enterprise Features

Offering numerous advanced enterprise level features on an endlessly customizable platform, DW Spectrum will both simplify and streamline your video surveillance management. Designed to accommodate any industry’s needs, this powerful and dependable system will reduce costs and optimize operation, allowing your company freedom to do what it does best.

 

Supports and Works With Most Devices On The Market

DW Spectrum offers extensive equipment integration, supporting thousands of devices including cameras, encoders and I/O modules from leading manufacturers. Its refined user interface guarantees seamless surveillance management. And its cross-platform variability also allows users to access and manage surveillance data from anywhere, at any time.

Supported Devices

Six Big Reasons DWS IPVMS Is Your Choice

Open architecture/cross platform

Interface is dramatically easier to use

Enterprise features are standard

Part of a complete end-to-end IP solution

Lifetime upgrades/no annual agreements

Scalable from one to thousands of devices

Software Features for Blackjack® Servers

The DW Spectrum® IPVMS media server application is a lightweight, powerful media server responsible for discovering, connecting to, and managing DW Spectrum® IPVMS system devices and data. The application is pre-loaded on all Blackjack® servers.

IP Camera Auto Discovery

Automatically discovers, populates and configures all supported devices on the network and allows you to seamlessly drag and drop them to their corresponding servers.

Manually Add Streams

Every DW Spectrum® servers let users add any RTSP, HTTP, or UDP stream from any device (IP camera, drone, etc) or 3rd party system (DVR, NVR, etc).

Server Hive Architecture

Every server in an DW Spectrum® system synchronizes user and configuration data in real-time ensuring no single point of failure in any size system.

Store Anywhere

The DW Spectrum® server allows users to capture and store video pretty much anywhere – local drives, SD cards, NAS devices or even cloud locations.

Web Admin

A web-based interface that is accessed by directly connecting to a Server IP Address.

PTZ Control

Event Rules Engines

Every DW Spectrum® Server has an IFTT events rules engine that lets operators configure simple or advanced rules based on System-generated or integrated 3rd party events.

Built-in Developer Tools

DW Spectrum’s open Built-in Developer Tools are accessible at any time through the server web admin page

Incredibly Lightweight

Bring DW Spectrum into the Control4 home automation system with a simple integration.

Notifications

Send any combination of notifications – built-in desktop notifications, email, or even via SMS or 3rd party systems using HTTP actions.

Failover on Storage Failure

Automatic camera failover will be activated when all storage on a server has failed.

Encrypted Connections and Videos

Administrators can require all connections in a system to utilize HTTPS with SSL/TLS encryption and encrypt video between servers and client/mobile/web clients.

ZFS Support

Added support for ZFS (Zettabyte File System) to the Server.

Built-in Database

DW Spectrum servers include the SQLite Database, with no need for prerequisite technologies.

Metadata SDK

Develop plugins to integrate DW Spectrum IPVMS and 3rd party AI-powered video analytics.

Storage SDK

A C++ SDK for integrating with non-standard storage devices and/or cloud technologies.

Video Source SDK

A C++ SDK for integrating 3rd party video devices, including NVRs, DVRs, IoT devices and audio-video equipment.

Codecs

Supports all major video codecs including H.265, H.264, MJPEG, RTSP, MJPEG, WebM, and HLS.

Transcoding

Transcoded streams for mobile and web clients. Also available to pull via the server API for 3rd party interfaces.

Server API

A comprehensively documented HTTP API that allows instant and seamless integrations with DW Spectrum IPVMS.

Archive Encryption

Archives can be encrypted and viewable only on the clients.

SSL/TLS Internet Requests

All Internet requests use OS SSL/TLS Certificate Validation to prevent MITM (man-in-the-middle) attacks.

Session-Based Authentication

Servers and clients use bearer token authentication by default.

Software Features for DW® Client

A rich media player with a flexible grid interface, unmatched speed and responsiveness, instant event notifications, an embedded browser, and a user experience unlike any other video management software.

In-Camera Analytics

Use in-camera video analytics to create rules in the events rules engine

Bitrate Throttling

Use the bitrate throttling to dial-in a camera’s network usage and limit its bandwidth and storage usage.

Enhanced Export

Single and multi-video rapid exports, with an added timestamp or customized text and even your own watermark.

Easy Bookmark Export

Operators can easily export bookmarked video directly from the timeline with a quick click of the mouse.

Archive Integrity Check

Users can receive notifications when reviewing video if the original archive has been modified (files modified or removed).

Custom CameraID

Allows users to create custom IDs for API calls, enabling a simpler integration with 3rd part systems.

Flex GRID User Interface

A revolutionary interface that allows users to create an unlimited number of customizable, shareable layouts.

Universal Fisheye De-warping

De-warp any live or recorded fisheye video or image, add virtual PTZ tours, and more.

Advanced PTZ

Control PTZ cameras using quick point and click or outline-to-zoom user interface controls.

Cloud Connect

Connect your DW Spectrum® PVMS system to the cloud and log in to your DW Spectrum system from anywhere, any time, on any device.

User Management

Quickly add users and manage user rights with custom user roles, LDAP / active directory integration, and more.

Adaptive Scaling

DW Spectrum® IPVMS uses adaptive scaling technology to optimize speed while minimizing CPU and network usage.

Multi-Camera Viewing

View up to 64 video streams on a single layout – with support for MJPEG, H.264 and H.265 live streams.

Super Lightweight

DW Spectrum® IPVMS client application is an 80 MB installer and can run well even on super lightweight computers

Secure & Encrypted

DW Spectrum® IPVMS uses HTTP and SSL to communicate with all system servers for secure, encrypted communications.

Multi-Video Export

Export from DW Spectrum®IPVMS client is simple, fast, and flexible. Export single or multiple cameras or use the rapid review feature.

Unbelievably Fast Search

Search an entire year’s worth of recorded video in less than a second using any combination of keywords, calendar, bookmarks, and smart motion.

Soft Triggers

DW Spectrum®‘s Soft Triggers give operators the ability to manually trigger any event – event integrations to 3rd party systems (e.g. Access Control, Fire, Building Automation).

Storage Analytics

Analyze and predict the amount of data being captured by cameras on every storage location in the system to manage storage.

Showreel

Create completely customizable timed viewing tours of any system resource – live cameras, recorded videos, images, web pages, I/O control panels.

Two-Way Audio

Two Way audio works like a walkie-talkie, allowing operators to engage with individuals or groups through an IP camera’s built-in audio.

Event Rules Engines

Every DW Spectrum® Server has an IFTT events rules engine that lets operators configure simple or advanced rules based on System-generated or integrated 3rd party events.

Web Proxy via Server

Local device or service web pages can be proxied via the Server application and viewed via a remote connection.

Bookmarks

Manually or Automatically (using the Events Rules Engine) create Bookmarks to highlight critical events and related video.

Help Manual

DW Spectrum® client context sensitive manual has been completely re-written – with new graphical explanations and more!

Chromium browser

A full-featured embedded chromium browser to display web pages on layouts.

Video Wall Failover

If a Server with Video Wall licenses fails, the video wall continues working for 7 days.

View Live and Recorded

View up to 64 video streams on a single layout with support for MJPEG, H.264 and H.265 live streams.

Virtual/Action Cameras

Import offline video from wearable cameras, phones, and other devices to archive and share with other users.

RTSP, UDP, HTTP Streams

Create dual-streaming “cameras” using RTSP, HTTP and UDP to enable adaptive scaling in DW Spectrum clients.

Webcam Support

USB webcams and laptop cameras can be managed like IP cameras.

Resource Tree

Control PTZ cameras using quick point and click or outline-to-zoom user interface controls.

Adaptive Timeline

View seconds, days and months from the same adaptive timeline quickly and instantly.

Notifications Panel

The panel includes notifications, motion events, bookmarks, events, and objects at a glance.

Export to Executable

Export and share video as an executable file with a built-in interface for a unique interactive client experience.

Layout-as-an-Action

Create rules to open any user-defined layout as an action for roles or specific users.

Secure Export

Export password-protected video for secure sharing of key captured events.

Minimum Layout Grid

Set a minimum viewing grid size (initial number of viewing grid items) in the layout settings.

Launch Desktop via CLI

The desktop client can be launched using the Command Line Interface (CLI).

Smart Motion Search

Search recorded archives using an entire camera view or specific pixels. Search an entire year in less than a second.

System Events

Get notified when system devices (cameras, streams, IoT devices, storage) are offline or underperforming.

Object Search

Search objects (people, license plates, faces, clothing, bags, etc) with integrated computer vision partner plugins.

Camera Settings

Manage camera streaming and recording settings including changing quality, fps, motion detection and more.

Camera Web Page Proxy

Proxy from outside your local network to the camera’s web page to set up in-camera analytics, events and more.

Native Support for MEGApix® IVA analytics

New native support for MEGApix IVA and IVA+ IP cameras allow users to capture object metadata/events for automation in the rules engine.

Camera I/Os

Use input and outputs on cameras to trigger events and control connected 3rd party devices like Access / Alarm / Fire.

Rapid Review

Take any period (e.g. 1 day) and create a compressed time-lapse of any duration (e.g. 30 seconds).

Force Acknowledge Events

Force acknowledgment of key notifications and create bookmarks to document key events.

HTTP Events and Actions

Integrate any 3rd party system or device using standard HTTP events and actions in the rules engine.

Watermark Evaluation

Evaluate video exported from the system to verify the authenticity and check integrity for the chain of custody.

Storage Management

Manage local HDDs and NAS devices. See real-time usage statistics and utilize available space intelligently.

Server Health Graph

View real-time server health metrics including CPU, network usage, HDD performance, and RAM usage.

Staged System Updates

Download available upgrade packages (client + server) and begin updates when ready with the click of a button.

Two-factor authentication

Help prevent account hijacking due to stolen or misplaced credentials.

SSL/TLS Internet Requests

All Internet requests use OS SSL/TLS Certificate Validation to prevent MITM (man-in-the-middle) attacks.

Session-Based Authentication

DServers and clients use bearer token authentication by default.

Audio Video Mapping

Combine audio and video from different devices.

Embedded Javascript API

Enable additional functionality such as opening and closing cameras and playing and pausing the video.

Independent Desktop Client Updates

Desktop clients can be updated separately from the server software.

Object Search by Analytics

Search for objects identified by analytics and stored in video archives by attributes.

Resource Grouping

Group resources (cameras, streams, encoders, web pages) to be used in roles and permissions.

Restore Previous Session

Certain interface elements can be saved and restored upon launching the desktop client.

Video Preview Thumbnails

Hover over the timeline to preview the video in thumbnail format.

Software Features for DW® CloudTM

The DW CloudTM service makes connecting to and managing DW Spectrum® IPVMS system(s) simple.
Set up in seconds. Connect from anywhere. Share with an unlimited number of users.

Unlimited Systems

Connect to an unlimited number of systems to a single account for managed services or large enterprise customers.

Cloud Connect

Connect your DW Spectrum® IPVMS system to the cloud and log in to your DW Spectrum system from anywhere, any time, on any device.

Share Access

Quickly share access to DW Spectrum® IPVMS with anyone using their e-mail address and custom user roles.

Web Viewing

View live or recorded from any camera connected to any cloud-connected system without the need to install anything.

Secure and Encrypted

The DW Cloud undergoes continual security testing and uses the latest encryption technologies to secure user data.

Cloud API

The DW Cloud has an API that allows its integration into 3rd party internet-connected systems.

Health Monitoring Dashboard

Provides administrators detailed information about a System’s health from the desktop client, admin web page and DW Cloud.

Cloud System Merge

Administrators can connect their DW Spectrum systems to DW Cloud to make merging remote sites simple.

Cloud Proxy

Proxy video streams in instances when direct NAT connections to a system’s servers cannot be established.

Encrypted Video

Prevent man-in-the-middle attacks with video encryption between your systems and the DW Cloud.

Push Notifications

Create rules to send push notifications to DW Mobile users on cloud-connected systems.

Secure Password Reset

DW Cloud has a secure sign-up/log-in and allows users to securely reset lost or forgotten passwords.

Software Features for DW® Mobile

DW Spectrum® Mobile for iOS® and Android® smartphones and tablets provides fast, dependable mobile access to any DW Spectrum® IPVMS system.

Low Latency

DW Spectrum® Mobile has a custom mobile media player with adaptive technology to reduce latency.

Live Thumbnails

See what’s happening with your DW Spectrum®system(s) at a glance with Live Thumbnails.

Multi-System Switching

Switch between an unlimited number of systems quickly via DW Cloud or saved connections.

Fisheye Dewarping

View and monitors multi-sensor cameras as a single camera view

Secure and Encrypted

Every DW Spectrum® Server has an IFTT events rules engine that lets operators configure simple or advanced rules based on System-generated or integrated 3rd party events.

PTZ Control

Every server in an DW Spectrum® system synchronizes user and configuration data in real-time ensuring no single point of failure in any size system.

Soft Triggers

Send any combination of notifications – built-in desktop notifications, email, or even via SMS or 3rd party systems using HTTP actions.

Push Notifications

Create customized events to send push notifications to the mobile app.

Smart Motion Search

DW Mobile’s smart motion search lets users select all or part of a camera view (specific pixels) to search for motion.

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