Import a new copier counter report type

Here’s how copier meter readings work.

First, copiers send an email report of their copy usage, both black and white and colour.

This report has a fixed format. Therefore, the system records the line positions to extract. Then, it stores this information in the DoliPlus database.

Next, the system checks the mailbox receiving copier emails at regular intervals. This way, it automatically processes them.

During processing, the system first identifies the model or serial number. This step is the cornerstone of the system.

Indeed, it then applies the correct report template. This ensures the system accurately extracts the colour and black-and-white counter values.

Finally, you must also link the model name in the Equipment Database to each machine and its serial number.

How to register a new report template

To begin, follow these steps in order:

1. First, copy the machine’s email content into a text editor.
2. Then, save the file exactly as the Model Name. For example: d-Copia 3001MF.txt
3. Next, via the module’s admin console, go to the “Counter Templates” tab and add the file.
4. Click the icon on the right, on the model’s line.
5. Using the blue arrows, match the source fields to those in DoliPlus. If the black-and-white counter is a sum, use indexed fields 1, 2, 3. For example: Counter B&W-L1 ===> Counter B&W-L2 ===> Counter B&W-L3
6. Also, move unused source fields to “Unused Fields”.
7. Finally, save the template.
8. For the next model, repeat this process. You can also load a similar template to speed things up.

Here’s a first example of a setup screen.

Finally, here’s a second example of field matching.