Q: Are licenses per user or per machine?
A: Licenses are per computer. Any number of users may use the software on a licensed machine.
Q: Are Linux or macOS versions available?
A: TextConverter runs on Microsoft Windows. macOS users may run it in a Windows environment.
Q: Can complex logic be added to transformations?
A: Yes. VBScript enables advanced logic, conditional rules, and multi-source integration.
Q: Can external databases be used during transformation?
A: Yes. TextConverter supports database lookups and reference tables during transformation using DB variables.
Q: Can I run multiple instances on one machine?
A: Yes. Multiple instances are supported and limited only by system resources.
Q: Can I save workspace layouts or templates?
A: Yes. Once configured, extraction templates and workflow settings can be saved and reused on future documents with similar layouts.
Q: Can I test with my own data?
A: Yes. Customers are encouraged to test SiMX on real documents to see immediate results.
Q: Can I work on multiple projects simultaneously?
A: Yes. You can run multiple instances of TextConverter or TARGET Reports concurrently, subject to your system resources.
Q: Can SiMX be deployed on-premises?
A: Yes. SiMX supports on-premises, private cloud, and SiMX-hosted secure deployments.
Q: Can SiMX integrate with existing systems?
A: Yes. SiMX integrates with databases, APIs, ERP, HCM, and custom systems.
Q: Can TARGET Reports run unattended or on a schedule?
A: Yes. TARGET Reports includes a built-in Task Scheduler that allows unattended execution, such as overnight or lights-out processing.
Q: Can TextConverter be automated via Windows Scheduler?
A: Yes. TextConverter supports both its own scheduler and Windows Task Scheduler.
Q: Can TextConverter be used as a data mapper?
A: Yes. TextConverter supports both visual mapping and advanced scripted transformations.
Q: Can TextConverter be used as part of automated business processes?
A: Yes. TextConverter exposes APIs and can be automated from COM, .NET, scripts, and enterprise workflows.
Q: Can TextConverter connect to databases running on Linux or UNIX?
A: Yes. TextConverter and TARGET Reports can connect to any database accessible via ODBC or OLE DB, regardless of the underlying operating system.
Q: Can TextConverter extract one record per PDF?
A: Yes. TextConverter is ideal for extracting one or more records per document, provided layouts are consistent.
Q: Can TextConverter extract XML data while ignoring HTML?
A: Yes. TextConverter can extract XML while filtering out HTML and other text. This typically requires scripting.
Q: Can TextConverter process email attachments automatically?
A: Yes. TextConverter can access email systems via scripting and API integration.
Q: Can TextConverter run automatically?
A: Yes. Professional and Server editions support scheduling, batch processing, APIs, and server-based execution.
Q: Can TextConverter run unattended or on a server?
A: Yes. TextConverter includes a built-in scheduler, and the Developer and Server editions support full automation via API.
Q: Do I need programming skills to build ETL projects in TextConverter?
A: No programming is required for many extraction and transformation tasks. Visual tools handle most scenarios. When scripting is needed, TextConverter provides drag-and-drop access to built-in functions and sample VBScript code.
Q: Do I need programming skills to use TextConverter?
A: No. TextConverter provides a visual interface for business users. Advanced users may optionally use scripting and APIs.
Q: Do you offer professional services?
A: Yes. SiMX provides implementation, onboarding, Monarch conversion, customization, and advisory services.
Q: Does SiMX offer training?
A: Yes. SiMX provides examples, sample projects, online videos, and documentation. Custom training is also available upon request.
Q: Does SiMX replace Monarch?
A: Yes. TextConverter is a modern alternative to Monarch with automated MOD and XMOD conversion and verified accuracy.
Q: Does the purchase include technical support?
A: Yes. All licensed customers receive technical support through the SiMX Customer Support portal and are eligible for up to 30 minutes of free online consultation.
Q: How do I change input files without losing project settings?
A: Simply drag a new input file into TextConverter or use File → Load Input File.
Q: How do I contact SiMX?
A: You can reach SiMX via email, phone, or the website contact form.
Q: How do I create positional fields?
A: TextConverter automatically creates positional fields based on a selected sample line from your document. You can then adjust boundaries or properties directly in the UI.
Q: How do I extract field names from a header line?
A: In the Options pane, set “Get field names from line #†to the line number containing column headers.