Published by Digital Watchdog on Oct 7, 2024

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About VMAX Plus

1. The DW mobile viewer for VMAX Plus™ NVR/DVR is a free app that allows users to connect, view, playback, and search Digital Watchdog’s video surveillance solutions anywhere, anytime.

2. The new remote viewer with a user-friendly Graphic User Interface allows remote control of Digital Watchdog’s new VMAX Plus™ NVR/DVR.

3. Digital Watchdog’s Remote Surveillance App supports smart phones and tablets running the following Android operating system or higher: Android™ Froyo (Ver 2. 2) or higher.

4. Various search modes (Date/Time,event) as well as playback speed control lets you save your time to find recorded data you want to check.

5. Single and multi-channel live monitoring with High Resolution image as well as pinch-to-zoom and PTZ control function offer you details, clarity and control options.

6. Control your entire security system with the single touch of a finger.

7. Setup your NVR on the mobile app by a simple QR code scan from your NVR's monitor.

8. The app will automatically enter the NVR's information and save it, without the need for extensive or complicated port forwarding.

9. QR Code Reading function is based on the open source ZXing Barcode Library. Apache License 2. 0.

VMAX Plus Customer Insights

1. According to VMax's own help line (thanks Brad), you will need to download a separate file service app to find it! Good luck hunting! Basically this company is running by the 'ol Blackberry Phone means of survival: large commercial/corporate contracts with outdated tech and little-to-no means of updating the interface.Like the fact that I can check out my cameras where ever I am, as long as I have a cell connection or on wifi, always connects.

2. You guys really need to fix your cracked issues expediently.If you're considering installing cameras, and the salesperson says "Oh yes! It goes straight to your phone! ...We use Watchdog's VMax!" Kick that salesperson in the teeth and throw him out.

3. This app needs a lot of work.I'm a professional installer /dealer and,if anyone has connection,issues with the app on,connecting please check all your network settings in the NVR.

4. Very frustrating....Good, but now? This app was working fine, but 2 days ago, it stopped working, unless my phone is on wifi.

5. Doesn't work off of mobile data.This app is not good for viewing or getting into DVR to view cameras.

6. The problem is the PNG image has then been saved to an area of your phone incongruous with your phone's interface.

7. For the cost of security cameras you would think this app would be great.Not a good camera viewing app.

8. The app constantly crashes on my phone and I can't always access the cameras.

9. It is not my phone I am a certified computer technician with over 20 years of experience, so I keep my equipment current and up-to-date.

10. Have your installer come out for serviceThe second you turn off wifi, the app says there's a network error.

11. Also when I do try to adjust settings on the app remotely yo match a user on site it always changes my port from 9010 which works to 10000 which does not.

Steps to Troubleshoot & Fix VMAX Plus Issues

1. Fix VMAX Plus Not Working/Crashes/Errors/Unresponsive & Black/White screen:


  1. Restart VMAX Plus: Restarting the app will resolve most errors.
  2. Update the VMAX Plus App. Here is how:
    1. On Android goto PlayStore » Search for "VMAX Plus" » Open VMAX Plus » click "Update".
    2. On iPhone, goto AppStore » Your profile » Available Updates » Check for VMAX Plus » click "UPDATE".
  3. Clear VMAX Plus app cache: Clearing cached data will force your app to retrieve the latest data directly from VMAX Plus servers.
    1. On Android, goto Settings » Apps » Select "VMAX Plus" » click Storage » click "Clear Cache".
  4. Check VMAX Plus app permissions. If any of these permissions required to use your device's features are disenabled, VMAX Plus might not work.
  5. Uninstall and reinstall VMAX Plus. If nothing else has worked, completely uninstall VMAX Plus then reinstall.
  6. Restart your device. Last, restarting your device can often clear most problems causing VMAX Plus not working


2. Fix VMAX Plus Server issues & Internet Connection


  1. Check network connection: An unstable Internet will make VMAX Plus be unable to connect to it's servers. Ensure your wi-fi is working then restart app.
  2. Disable VPN: VPN can cause connection errors and lead to VMAX Plus not working. Make sure all VPNs are off
  3. Enable background data: When Background data is turned off, VMAX Plus may not be able to connect to the Internet when running in the background.

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