A frequently asked question we receive is: Can the Schema Engine send HL7 messages over TCP/IP or can it ONLY export HL7 data files to the file system?

 

The answer is: Yes it can send HL7 messages over TCP/IP when integrated with the HermeTech UltraPort HL7 TCP/IP Router. The Schema Engine program was created as an "UltraPort Proxy Application" which means that you can enable your outbound processors to forward HL7 messages creates to the UltraPort Router. This is really very simple to implement.

 

Step 1 of 3: In your outbound processor profile check the box which says "To an UltraPort Router over TCP/IP".

 

Step 2 of 3: Enter the TCP/IP Port number (and the computer's TCP/IP address if it's on a different computer/server) you wish the schema engine to send your HL7 messages to (see below) and click 'Save Changes'. IMPORTANT: The Schema Engine CANNOT send HL7 messages directly to a standard HL7 listener application. It can only forward HL7 messages to the UltraPort Router over TCP/IP. The UltraPort Router will then send the HL7 messages on to their final destination.

 

 

Step 3 of 3: In your UltraPort Router profile (in the Optional Profile Settings) check the box which says "Receive HL7 messages from an UltraPort 'Proxy' Application" and fill out the settings as shown below. NOTE that in the example screenshots TCP/IP Port #23056 is selected, this is purely arbitrary and you can use any valid TCP/IP port number you wish as long as it is NOT being used by another application or profile. Click the image below to open the online help for the UltraPort Router.