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Configure your ECG devices to export to the gateway drop folder

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How device integration works

The gateway watches a configured drop folder on the filesystem. Configure your ECG devices to export files to that folder via FTP, SMB share, or direct file copy. The gateway detects new files within 2 seconds and processes them automatically.

GE MAC Series

  1. In the device network settings, configure FTP export to your gateway server IP.
  2. Set the FTP path to the drop folder directory.
  3. Enable automatic export after each recording.

Supported formats: XML (via eGateway export), DICOM

Mindray BeneHeart

  1. Go to System → Communication settings on the device.
  2. Set SFTP/FTP destination to gateway server IP and drop folder path.
  3. Confirm export format is set to XML (for waveform data) or PDF (for reports).

Supported formats: XML, PDF

Mindray XML note: The gateway expects the standard BeneHeart XML export format with the <ECGWaveformData> element. eGateway export format is also supported.

Philips PageWriter

  1. Connect the device to the hospital network.
  2. Configure the shared storage path to point to the gateway drop folder (via SMB share).
  3. Enable automatic file export after recording.

Supported formats: XML

CardioSoft / GE MUSE

  1. In CardioSoft, go to Options → Communication.
  2. Configure the output directory to the gateway drop folder.
  3. Set automatic export on acquisition completion.

Supported formats: XML (database export format)

Testing the connection

After configuring a device, perform a test recording and check the ECG:Connect dashboard under Data Management → All Records. The record should appear within 5 seconds of the file landing in the drop folder.

If it doesn't appear, check:

  • Drop folder path in .env matches the FTP/SMB destination
  • File permissions allow the Docker container to read the folder
  • Check gateway logs: docker compose logs -f gateway
Next: Process your first ECG