# myDW — DVR/NVR Viewer

> Remote viewer for Digital Watchdog surveillance systems and NVR/DVRs. (iPhone/iPad app by Kaltec Electronics, INC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mydw/id1525405807 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kaltec Electronics, INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/396640283)
- Category: Business, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 10 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 65 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-08-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mydw/id1525405807/reviews.md

## What is myDW?

The myDW® App for iPad and iPhone devices is a free app that works seamlessly with myDW Cloud™ Management Services (legacy.myDW.cloud) and Digital Watchdog’s popular DW Spectrum® IPVMS, VMAX® IP Plus™ NVRs and VMAX A1 Plus™ DVRs. The myDW app allows you to register an unlimited number of surveillance system sites, receive system notifications, view and playback up to 16 cameras at a time.

APP FEATURES:
• Works with legacy.myDW.cloud (use the same credentials).
• Access all your video surveillance systems with the touch of a finger.
• Intuitive and easy to use.
• Supports unlimited sites.
• View 1, 4, 9 or 16 cameras at a time.
• Simple QR code scan to connect to a VMAX A1 Plus DVR and VMAX IP Plus NVR via Pathfinder™ Peer-to-Peer (P2P) connection.
• One touch access to the site camera list.
• Easily choose a site to view from a thumbnail image, grid or list view.
• Instant remote camera monitoring and playback.
• Go from live to recorded video instantly.
• Just spread your fingers to control the timeline.
• Fingertip PTZ camera control.
• Easy calendar search.
• Intuitive event search.
• Receive push notifications for system health and events.
• Supports audio (requires a camera with audio).
• Easily add time and weather information to the app.
• Onscreen tutorials are easy to understand.

MODELS SUPPORTED:
• Any server running DW Spectrum® IPVMS
• Blackjack Servers
• VMAX IP Plus NVRs (1.4.0.5 or higher firmware required)
• VMAX A1 Plus DVRs (1.0.1.41 or higher firmware required)

## Key features

- Remote surveillance system access
- Live camera viewing
- Video playback
- Up to 16 cameras per view
- Unlimited site registration
- Push notifications
- PTZ camera control


## Frequently asked questions about myDW

### What devices does myDW support?

myDW is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work seamlessly with these iOS platforms.

### How does myDW connect to surveillance systems?

myDW connects to Digital Watchdog's DW Spectrum IPVMS, VMAX IP Plus NVRs, and VMAX A1 Plus DVRs. It supports Pathfinder Peer-to-Peer (P2P) connection for easy setup.

### Can I view multiple cameras with myDW?

Yes, myDW allows you to view up to 16 cameras simultaneously. You can choose to display them in 1, 4, 9, or 16 camera layouts.

### Does myDW offer remote playback of recordings?

Yes, myDW provides instant remote camera monitoring and playback. You can easily switch from live video to recorded footage and control the timeline with a finger spread.

### What kind of notifications can I expect from myDW?

myDW sends push notifications for system health and important events. This helps you stay informed about your surveillance system's status.

### Is myDW free to use?

Yes, myDW is a free app. It works with myDW Cloud Management Services and compatible Digital Watchdog hardware without any cost for the application itself.

### How often is myDW updated?

The latest version of myDW is 1.3, last updated on April 16, 2022. Update frequency can vary based on developer releases.

### What is the age rating for myDW?

myDW has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2022-04-16

• Change myDW server domain
• Other bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.2 — 2020-09-20

• Resolved the issue of not connecting to VMAX Series on iOS14
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.1 — 2020-08-25

• Supported video capture
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.0 — 2020-08-08

No release notes.

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