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Using RemitPlus with BMT

Everything you need to know about importing information from RemitPlus to the Batch Manager Tool.

The Batch Manager Tool offers many of the same features as RemitPlus and more. For most previous RemitPlus users, the BMT provides the same features and actually saves steps!

However, if you continue to use RemitPlus, review the charts below to understand the different capabilities of this tool compared to the Batch Manager Tool. Remember, they are used together. The Batch Manager Tool imports files generated by RemitPlus. For more information, see Batch Manager Tool FAQ.

Image displaying a flow chart of what RemitPlus, Batch Manager Tool, and Platform each can do when you use RemitPlus and Batch Manager Tool together.

Image displaying a flowchart of what Batch Manager Tool and Platform can do when you're using only Batch Manager Tool.

FeatureRemitPlusBatch Manager Tool
Scan Checks (Several Scanners)YesYes
Scan Blank EnvelopesYesYes
Scan Numbered EnvelopesYesYes
Donor RecognitionNoYes
Fully Integrated with the PlatformNo (requires export/import)Yes (application of MinistryPlatform)
Generates ICL File for BankYesYes
LAR/CAR Amount RecognitionYesYes
Assign/Create DonorsNoYes
Assign Mission Trip CreditNoYes
Designations Supported Per Donation4Infinite
Can Delete Batches & DonationsPrior to exportPrior to finalizing batch
Can Add/Delete DonationsPrior to exportPrior to finalizing batch
Included in MinistryPlatformNo (additional licenses and fees)Yes (included application of MinistryPlatform)
CAUTION: Use caution when you edit a batch produced by a third-party scanning application. Changes made in the Batch Manager Tool only impact data in MinistryPlatform. They do not change what was in your ICL file or external application.

Check Scanner

RemitPlus has different scanner requirements than the BMT. For BMT scanner requirements, see Install Your Check Scanner. Your RemitPlus scanner can handle both checks and cash envelopes. You don't need a separate scanner for the BMT and/or the envelopes. You can use it to scan envelopes that contain cash since those items aren't transmitted to the bank.

ICL Files

Neither RemitPlus nor MinistryPlatform talk to your bank directly in any way. Additionally, RemitPlus does not support Canadian numbers on checks.

When you scan checks with RemitPlus, you can generate two different file types:

  • XML: You can upload to, review, and finalize with this file type in the BMT. Then, it is available for reports in the Platform.
  • X937: You can upload this file type (also called an ICL file) to your bank for processing. This process varies from bank to bank and is something that you work out with your bank as you transmit your first several RemitPlus test files.

Distributions

RemitPlus can only support four designations (funds or programs). If you need more, you must add them once they are in the BMT. We recommend that you assign all your distributions through the BMT rather than RemitPlus, as there is no limitation on the number of funds or programs you can allocate. This also helps streamline the entire process.

User Locked Out

Instructions to help a RemitPlus user that has been logged out.

  • You must be a RemitPlus user with administrative rights to do this.
You may need to help another RemitPlus user that has been locked out of their account due to too many invalid login attempts.
  1. Log in to RemitPlus.
  2. Go to User Manager.
  3. Locate the user.
  4. Clear the box beside Locked out from too many invalid logins.

RemitPlus Workstation Installation

Instructions to install an additional RemitPlus workstation.

If your initial go-live included using RemitPlus, we installed RemitPlus on the first station and then walked you through how to install on any additional stations. Neither ACS Technologies nor ProfitStars provide installation for additional workstations.
  1. On your MinistryPlatform server, go to the RemitPlusShare folder.
  2. Open the Client Installation folder.
  3. Run the RemitPlusClient.exe installation on the workstation. You'll need to provide your MinistryPlatform server name but leave the default port.
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