Software Features of 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.
Client System Requirements
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® 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® 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® client application is an 80 MB installer and can run well even on super lightweight computers
Secure & Encrypted
DW Spectrum® uses HTTP and SSL to communicate with all system servers for secure, encrypted communications.
Multi-Video Export
Export from DW Spectrum® 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.
Camera Hot Spots
“Camera Linking” expands your vision with interactive icons layered over live video feeds. Quickly view a new location without the need to open a new layout or search for a specific camera.
Temporary User Access
Create users with time-limited access. Set expiration time and link usage restrictions.
