Digital Watchdog Overview

Digital Watchdog is a Korean/US surveillance manufacturer.

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Directory of 40 IP Camera Manufacturer Discovery Tools on Jun 19, 2017

...Management Tool (CCMT) D-Link: Setup Wizard Dahua: ConfigTool Dallmeier: PService Digital Watchdog: DW IP Finder [premium_content] Dynacolor: DeviceSearch EverFocus: IP Utility...
Chinese Direct Disruptor Reolink Tested on May 31, 2017

...and streaming properly to all VMSes tested (Avigilon, Axxon, Exacq, Genetec, Milestone, Network Optix/DW Spectrum). Simple cloud access: Reolink's cloud access setup was the simplest we have tested,...
IP Camera - 15 Year Shootout on May 22, 2017

... DW Spectrum/Network Optix was also able to view the camera's stream as it supports HTTP streams. We...
"Hikvision Always Prevails" on May 15, 2017

... The Hikvision employee is complaining that we did not include their multi-imager against the DW 48MP, which we did for Hikvision's benefit because their 180 multi-imager is an 8MP. As...
48MP 180 Camera (Digital Watchdog) Test on May 10, 2017

... Further, the DW 48MP is officially compatible only with DW Spectrum/Network Optix VMS, with no ONVIF...
Hanwha 9MP Fisheye Camera Tested (PNF-9010R) on May 09, 2017

... DW Spectrum/Network Optix: Fisheye stream only, no secondary streams. Client side dewarping...
Bad Manufacturer Support on May 01, 2017

... They do have the DW Spot monitor which is basically a stripped down DVR without a hard drive. It has worked fairly...
DW Compressor 'Universal' HD Analog Encoder!! on May 01, 2017

I think this is the product (16-Channel Universal HD Analog to IP Signal Encoder) that MANY have...
DW Spectrum Client-Server Time Offset on Apr 10, 2017

We are trying DW Spectrum for the 1st time and trying to get familiar with it. We have a time display issue and...
IP Camera Stats From VMS Developer Network Optix on Mar 09, 2017

... Note: the above stats exclude Digital Watchdog devices and other Network Optix OEMs, otherwise DW would have a much higher showing on this. Other thing to keep in mind is that Network Optix is...
DW Spectrum / Hikvision H.264+ Issues on Feb 28, 2017

Anyone else having issues with DW Spectrum when using cameras with h.264+ ? When I set Hikvision cameras to h.264+ DW Spectrum...
DW Spectrum V3.0 Information on Feb 08, 2017

I updated my personal DW Spectrum server today to v3.0 (Beta) and was glad to see we will no longer need either port...
Geovision Launches Direct Cloud Offering on Jan 18, 2017

Add cloud, subtract integrator. Geovision has launched myGVcloud, an offering that allows...
Digital-Watchdog Pano Camera On Acti Enterprise Server (NVR) on Dec 28, 2016

... Does anyone have any experience using DW Pano cameras on an ACTi NVR? I know the DW Pano (P/N: DWC-PZV2M72T) is a 48MP camera and will...
Shutter Speed / Exposure Tutorial on Nov 28, 2016

Surveillance users do not need to be photography experts but understanding the basics of shutter...
FLIR Security Revenue Reviewed on Oct 31, 2016

With acquisitions of Lorex, DVTel and ISD, adding to their core thermal offerings, FLIR has been...
VMS Installer Sizes Getting Out of Control on Oct 11, 2016

...13109: 151 MB (also sold as DW Spectrum) Largest: Genetec Security Center Genetec is the largest installer by far at 4.2...
FLIR Buys Point Grey For $253M on Oct 04, 2016

... Other notable FLIR deals include: FLIR Buys Camera Manufacturer ISD from DW FLIR Acquires DVTel FLIR Acquires Lorex However, this deal is different than...
DW Spectrum/Nx Witness Issues With Windows 10 Anniversary Update on Sep 26, 2016

Has anyone else had a Spectrum VMS server crash due to the recent Windows 10 Anniversary update?...
FLIR and Geovision Join the Hikvision Price Cut Race on Sep 20, 2016

... Last month, DW dropped 25%. Now FLIR did 15% and Geovision is doing 20% this week. Inside this post, we...
DW Spectrum Is About To Cost Me $100k... on Sep 07, 2016

So I have been enamored with DW Spectrum lately, selling it all of my high end projects. I find it's ease of use to be...
Hikvision USA Is Channel Stuffing on Sep 06, 2016

..., DW's now 25% price cut), dealers are going to be increasingly stuffed with excess inventory. While...
Panoramic Camera (Fisheye / Multi-Imager) Guide on Aug 31, 2016

Panoramic cameras, including fisheyes and multi-imagers, have become increasingly widespread,...
DW Races Hikvision To The Bottom on Aug 30, 2016

... In this note, we examine what DW is doing, what this signals for them and the broader market as the race to the bottom...
Axxon Next VMS 4.0 Tested on Aug 24, 2016

... This is similar to Nx Witness/DW Spectrum, which automatically size layouts, as well. Additionally, individual tiles may be...
Directory Of 94 Video Management Software (VMS) Suppliers on Aug 15, 2016

... (OEMed NA by DW) IPVM Network Optix VMS Test NLSS, NLSS Gateway, US NUUO, Mainconsole, Taiwan OnSSI (i),...
Would You Buy Branded Manufacturer T-Shirts? on Aug 07, 2016

DW has found a new revenue stream - see the DW Logo Merchandise Store: It is run / hosted by...
Hikvision 12MP IR 360 Tested on Jul 28, 2016

... Platforms with universal dewarping (such as Nx Witness/DW Spectrum) may also be used. Pricing The DS-2CD63C2F-IV sells for ~$800 USD...
Marketing People, See If You Can Top This Level Of Commitment on Jul 15, 2016

... DW's marketing VP got a DW license plate. What do you think?
Arecont Attacks Competitors, Drops Prices on Jun 09, 2016

...5fps @ 12MP, DW does 30fps @32MP, Axis does 30fps @ 24mps, and Avigilon does 15fps @ 12MP. Product...
FLIR Buys Camera Manufacturer ISD from DW on Jun 07, 2016

...the fit between ISD and FLIR, the potential for a FLIR / Arecont acquisition, and what this means for DW. [premium_content] ISD Overview ISD was founded in 2012 by Ian Johnston, the former CTO of...
Network Optix/Digital Watchdog VMS Tested on Jun 06, 2016

...Network Optix is one of the few VMS startups of the past few years (sold in North America exclusively as DW Spectrum), differentiating itself with a novel client packed with uncommon features, claiming...
Analyzing ADI Branch Sales on Jan 29, 2016

... # 9 Speco and DW Both Speco and DW were historic top choices for budget / low cost users but these results show...
Digital Watchdog Blackjack Cube Multi-Server on Oct 29, 2015

I am curious if any members have attempted to implement a DW IP surveillance system using multiple DW Cubes and DW megapixel cameras? I am having some...
Has Anyone Else Received Previously Used VMS Licenses? on Oct 13, 2015

We received our DW Spectrum licenses today via email, as usual, however two of the codes were previously activated...
Samsung Goes AHD, Sets Battle with Dahua and Hikvision on Jul 20, 2015

... All three companies here, Nextchip the AHD chip supplier, DW and Samsung, are Korean based, which we suspect is a factor in these manufacturers choosing...
Pelco Criticizes Arecont's Multi-Imager on Jul 10, 2015

...line coming to market, Avigilon has their new open multi-imager series, Axis 33MP will soon ship and DW has a 48MP model forthcoming. Update: Pelco's Arecont Criticism Video Pelco released this...
Entertaining Article On Selling Analog Or IP On Digital-Watchdog on Jun 12, 2015

This explanatory article on DW is interesting, from a writers perspective at least. Some highlights: There are some in the...
Worst ISC West Showing 2015 on Apr 20, 2015

... At ISC West, Axis, Avigilon, Pelco and DW all unveiled directly competing products. Arecont goes from no competition to lots of...
Avigilon HD Multi-sensor: First Varifocal Multi-Imager Cameras on Apr 15, 2015

...is the year of multi-imager cameras, with Axis unveiling a 33MP model, Pelco announcing DragonFly and DW coming out with a 48MP model. However, all of them are fixed focal only. Now, Avigilon is...
48MP Panoramic Camera (DW) on Apr 14, 2015

... DW is announcing a 48MP 180° panoramic camera. In this note, we examine the features, pricing and...
NX Witness / DW Spectrum Integration With Veracity COLDSTORE on Mar 12, 2015

We have a project that we have been awarded a PO for that we quoted DW Spectrum as the VMS and Veracity COLDSTORE as the storage solution. As of today, the two aren't...
CleanView Claims to Solve Rain Surveillance Problems on Jan 13, 2015

... DW claims rinsing the camera by spraying with a light mist of clean water is all that is needed,...
Rant: Are Distributors Dinosaurs And Destined To Suffer The Same Fate? on Dec 02, 2014

... My second order was for 20 DW Spectrum licenses. Those are sent out electronically, so no physical shipping. The order was...
ASIS 2014 - 17 Manufacturer Tech Review on Sep 30, 2014

... DW plans for these models to include interchangeable, re-positionable camera modules, with 4K and...
Testing Honeywell HD WDR IP Camera on Feb 25, 2014

... The Honeywell HCW1F's regularly dropped while connected to Exacq and DW Spectrum. Axxon Next, Milestone, and Video Insight did not have any issue. Adding the camera...
VMS Server Load Fundamentals Tested on Feb 11, 2014

...report, we share our test findings experimenting with 4 VMSes (Exacq, Milestone, Axxon and Network Optix/DW) and an examination of: Camera count impact VMD impact (full stream, substream and key frame...
DW Spectrum Remote Camera Issue on Feb 06, 2014

I have 6 cameras installed in a airplane hanger and am using DW Spectrum to record them. I want to make sure I'm setting this up the best way. We have the...
DW Spectrum Remote Client Issue on Feb 06, 2014

I've been using HD Witness/DW-Spectrum this year to decide if it will be a good offering to our customers. I have a problem...
DW Spectrum / HD Witness 2.0 Questions... on Oct 20, 2013

Wanted to know if anyone else has tried to record an RTSP feed with DW Spectrum / HD Witness? I am trying to grab a feed from a Dahua Hybrid DVR and in the live view...
Panoramic Camera Guide on Jan 19, 2013

Panoramic cameras, including fisheyes and multi-imagers, have become increasingly widespread,...
Camera Cleaning Tool - Domewizard and DIY on Dec 11, 2012

Keeping cameras clean can be a major pain. Outdoor camera image quality can be significantly...