Topaz Signature Pad Software

The Topaz BSB interface signature pads recommended for desktop Drake installations are plug-and-play, with installation handled by your operating system. The signature pad must be installed - connected to your computer - to identify the COM port it uses. After the signature pad is installed. Topaz® electronic signature pads and software are fully supported for Epic 2014 through 2018 & beyond. The Topaz software for Epic EHR, SigToolESI™, provides full compatibility with your Topaz signature pads, Topaz-signed Epic documents, our patented biometric signatures and signature/document binding, a wide variety of remote platforms if needed, together with many of the rich features.

IMPORTANT: Do not plug in the Topaz Electronic Signature Pad before following these steps.

UNPLUG THE SIGNATURE PAD BEFORE STARTING THIS PROCESS.

Software
  1. The option to use the signature pad will vary with each state and with each bank. What Kind of Signature Pad Should I Use? Topaz Systems Inc. And Scriptel signature pads are supported in the TaxSlayer ProWeb Program. The pads are connected to the computer through a USB port. A basic signature pad will cost around $100.
  2. When prompted in the guide (see step 1), download the Topaz SigPlus Bluetooth software for use with Topaz signature pad to your computer's desktop. Right-click the 'Download SigPlus' icon displayed here, select 'Save Link As', and choose the desktop as the save location to begin the download.
  3. When it's time for the vet to sign the pad, click the icon on your desktop, or in the quick launch bar, to open the SigTool Imager Plus' software. Click the 'Sign' button and have the vet sign on the signature pad. Click Create Image. The signature will now be an image file on your desktop named sig.jpg.

Installing the Topaz Electronic Signature Pad

  1. To download Topaz drivers click here.
  2. If prompted, click Save to save the file. Once the file has finished downloading, open the file.
  3. Click Extract all files, check the Show extracted files when complete checkbox, and then click Extract. A window will pop up showing the extracted files once complete.
  4. Double click 'sigplus.exe' to begin the installation. If a Security Warning window appears, click Run.
  5. From the 'Welcome' screen, click Next.
  6. From the 'Read Me File' screen, click Next.
  7. From the 'Choose Destination Location' screen, click Next.
  8. Click the applicable signature pad model, and then click OK.If the model isn't known, it can be found on the bottom of the signature pad.
  9. Select the Tablet Model
  10. Click the applicable connection type and then click OK.
    1. If your Topaz Signature Pad connects to your computer via a USB connection, select HSB (USB type).
  11. Review the license agreement and then click Agree.
  12. Select OK to configure.
  13. When the Demo.ocx or Adobe.ocx screen appears, click NO and then click OK.
  14. When the SigPlus Documentation Directory dialog appears, click OK.
  15. When the ~Sigplus Plug-Ins, Tools, and Examples dialog appears, click OK.
  16. When the installation is complete, click Finish.
  17. Now Plug in the Topaz Signature Pad, and Windows installs the necessary drivers.
  18. Test capture signature within the program. Easiest location: Database> Paid Preparer.
Topaz Drivers & Installers
SigPlus Installer >
Download and install SigPlus® software drivers based on your Topaz® electronic signature pad model.
GemView Installers >
Download and install software and drivers for your Topaz GemView® tablet display.
Plug-Ins, Utilities, and Applications
pDoc Signer >
Create, edit, fill-out, and sign forms and PDFs with a biometric signature using your Topaz signature pad or GemView tablet display, without the need for Adobe Acrobat or Reader.
Adobe Acrobat Plug-In >
Sign PDFs using your Topaz signature pad in Adobe Acrobat on PCs and Macs.
Microsoft Office Plug-Ins >
Sign using your Topaz signature pad in MS Office Word documents and Excel spreadsheets on PCs.
pDoc Signer Duo >
Send PDFs from a PC to your Topaz GemView tablet display for signing.

gDoc Signer >
Sign using your Topaz signature pad in Google Docs and Google Sheets. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge browsers.
SigTool Imager Plus >
Create images from electronic signatures.
Adobe Sign Extension >
Sign PDFs in Adobe Sign with your Topaz signature pad. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge (Chromium) browsers.
Ink Thickness Adjust >
Change the ink thickness on your Topaz color signature pad (models T-LBK43LC or T-LBK57GC).
SigPlus Adjust >
Change Topaz pad models, ports, and more in the Topaz SigPlus.ini management file.
Signature Verification Tools
SigCompare >
Visually verify electronic signatures without the need to create or store templates.
SigAnalyze >
Available to forensic document examines with an active signature dispute.
Signature Developer Tools
SigPlus Pro ActiveX >
Widely-applicable ActiveX control for electronic signature integration and development.
SigPlusExtLite Browser SDK >
Recommended Topaz browser SDK for Windows. Use locally or in remote environments. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge browsers.
SigWeb Browser SDK >
Integrate signature capture functionality into a web application. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge, and Internet Explorer 11+ browsers.
SigPlusNET Assembly >
Native assembly for the .NET environment that allows for managed .NET applications.
SigPlus Pro Java >
Available as a native Java bean. Mac support available.
SigPlus Pro Tablet >
Create eSignature applications for use with Windows tablets, pen-and-tablet PCs, and Topaz GemView tablet displays.
SigPlus Pro C Object Library >
Includes compiles for Windows, WinCE, Linux, Unix, and Solaris for electronic signature integration and development. Compiles for other operating systems can be created.
pDoc Signature SDKs >
Build applications that capture and embed handwritten signatures in digital signature fields in PDF documents.
SignMeIn >
HIPAA-compatible software solution to front-desk sign-in.
SigPlusLCD ActiveX >
Add interactive LCD functionality to a custom application using your Topaz color signature pad (models T-LBK43LC or T-LBK57GC).
Fingerprint and MSR Developer Tools
SigIDp1 Fingerprint SDK >
Allow for the high-quality imaging of fingerprints and biometric verification.
SigCard1 ActiveX SDK >
Capture swiped magnetic card data from a Topaz MSR signature pad.
SigIDExtLite Browser SDK >
Enroll users and verify using fingerprint biometrics in Windows. Use locally or in remote environments. Supported in Chrome and Firefox browsers.
Desktop Signature Capture SDKs
SigPlus Pro ActiveX >
Widely-applicable ActiveX control for electronic signature integration and development.
SigPlusNET Assembly >
Native assembly for the .NET environment that allows for managed .NET applications.
SigPlus Pro Java >
Available as a native Java bean. Mac support available.
SigPlus Pro Tablet >
Create eSignature applications for use with Windows tablets, pen-and-tablet PCs, and Topaz GemView tablet displays.
SigPlus Pro C Object Library >
Includes compiles for Windows, WinCE, Linux, Unix, and Solaris for electronic signature integration and development. Compiles for other operating systems can be created.
pDoc Signature SDKs >
Build applications that capture and embed handwritten signatures in digital signature fields in PDF documents.
SignMeIn >
HIPAA-compatible software solution to front-desk sign-in.
SigPlusLCD ActiveX >
Add interactive LCD functionality to a custom application using your Topaz color signature pad (models T-LBK43LC or T-LBK57GC).
Signature Verification SDKs
SigCompare >
Visually verify electronic signatures without the need to create or store templates.
Web Signature Capture SDKs
SigPlusExtLite Browser SDK >
Recommended browser SDK for Windows. Use locally or in remote environments. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge browsers.
SigWeb Browser SDK >
Integrate signature capture functionality into a web application. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge, and Internet Explorer 11+ browsers.
Fingerprint SDKs
SigIDp1 Fingerprint SDK >
Allow for the high-quality imaging of fingerprints and biometric verification.
SigIDExtLite Browser SDK >
Enroll users and verify using fingerprint biometrics in Windows. Use locally or in remote environments. Supported in Chrome and Firefox browsers.
Magstripe Reader SDKs
SigCard1 ActiveX SDK >
Capture swiped magnetic card data from a Topaz MSR signature pad.
OPOS Driver
SigPlus OPOS Driver >
Complete the SigPlus OPOS Driver request form to receive download and installation instructions.
Topaz plug-ins, applications, and tools provide Topaz signature pad users with everything they need to sign PDFs, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, web forms, etc.
PDF Plug-Ins & Apps
pDoc Signer >
Create, edit, fill-out, and sign forms and PDFs with a biometric signature using your Topaz signature pad or GemView tablet display, without the need for Adobe Acrobat or Reader.

Adobe Acrobat Plug-In >
Sign PDFs using your Topaz signature pad in Adobe Acrobat on PCs and Macs.
pDoc Signer Duo >
Send PDFs from a PC to your Topaz GemView tablet display for signing.
Signature Vertification Tools
SigCompare >
Visually verify electronic signatures without the need to create or store templates.
SigAnalyze >
Available to forensic document examines with an active signature dispute.
Adjustment Tools
Ink Thickness Adjust >
Change the ink thickness on your Topaz color signature pad (models T-LBK43LC or T-LBK57GC).
SigPlus Adjust >
Change Topaz pad models, ports, and more in the Topaz SigPlus.ini management file.
Microsoft Plug-Ins
Microsoft Office Plug-Ins >
Sign using your Topaz signature pad in MS Office Word documents and Excel spreadsheets on PCs.
Web Add-Ons & Extensions
SigPlusExtLite Browser Extension >
Capture handwritten signatures for web applications running in the Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera browsers. Supports remote usage.
gDoc Signer >
Sign using your Topaz signature pad in Google Docs and Google Sheets. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge browsers.

Adobe Sign Extension >
Sign PDFs in Adobe Sign with Topaz signature pads. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge (Chromium) browsers.
Front Desk & OPOS Software
SignMeIn >
HIPAA-compatible software solution to front-desk sign-in.
SigPlus OPOS Driver >
Complete the SigPlus OPOS Driver request form to receive download and installation instructions.
Signature Image Creation Tools
SigTool Imager Plus >
Create images from electronic signatures.
Topaz Systems offers several options for virtualized, remote desktop, RDP, Citrix, terminal services, VDI, and thin client environments. We provide software tools and support for all the leading third-party environments. If you have questions about remote usage, please contact Topaz Dev Support.
Topaz® signature pads are Citrix Ready and have worked with remote environments for many years; with thousands of signature pads running Citrix, Topaz has the greatest support for Citrix by a wide margin. This margin is increasing daily.
For customers looking for Topaz signature pads compatible with remote environments and set-up information, see the options below.
Option 1:
HSX & BHSX Pads
*recommended option
Topaz HSX™ signature pads offer:
✔ High-performance USB interface
✔ Simpler set-up in USB-redirected client/server applications
✔ Greater speed of operation, without delay or lag
✔ For Remote Desktop, Citrix, and VDI environments
  • Model: T-LBK460-HSX-R
  • Model: T-S460-HSX-R
  • Model: T-LBK462-HSX-R
    Model: T-LBK462-HSX-RG
  • Model: T-LBK766SE-BHSX-R
    Model: T-LBK766-BHSX-R
  • Model: T-LBK57GC-BHSX-R
Option 2:
BSB & BBSB Pads
*recommended option
Topaz BSB® signature pads offer:

✔ Virtual serial via USB interface
✔ For both USB-redirected and COM-port forwarded systems
✔ Highest network latency tolerance of any signature pad interface
✔ For Remote Desktop, Citrix, and VDI environments
  • Model: T-LBK460-BSB-R
    Model: T-LBK460-BSB-RC
    Model: TM-LBK460-BSB-R
  • Model: T-LBK43LC-BSB-R
  • Model: T-S460-BSB-R
  • Model: T-LBK462-BSB-R
    Model: T-LBK462-BSB-RC
  • Model: T-LBK755SE-BBSB-R
    Model: T-LBK755-BBSB-R
  • Model: T-LBK766SE-BBSB-R
    Model: T-LBK766-BBSB-R
  • Model: T-LBK57GC-BBSB-R
Option 3:
GemView, B, & HSB Pads
Topaz recommends options 1 and 2 for use in a remote environment.
However, if you wish to use a GemView, wireless/serial (B) pad, or HSB® pad remotely, please see the link above.
To best suit your remote environment needs, Topaz offers a program to convert your existing pads to HSX or BSB. To inquire about converting your pad, contact Tech Support.

Topaz Electronic Signature Pad Software

Topaz provides software specifically designed for your GemView Tablet Display, including drivers, SDKs, applications, and remote support guides.
Required GemView Drivers & Installers
GemView Driver >
Provides functionality for your Topaz® GemView® tablet display. Required for GemView use.
Version 5.29 (Last Update: April 13, 2021)

DisplayLink Driver for GemView >
Provides extended display functionality for your Topaz GemView tablet display with a Windows 7 client. Not required for GemView use with Windows 10 or later.
Version 9.1 (Last Update: April 8, 2019)
GemView Applications
pDoc Signer >
Create, edit, fill-out, and sign forms and PDFs with a biometric signature using your Topaz signature pad or GemView tablet display, without the need for Adobe Acrobat or Reader.

pDoc Signer Duo >
Send PDFs from a PC to your Topaz GemView tablet display for signing.
Remote Support
GemView in Citrix XenDesktop >
Using your Topaz GemView tablet display in Citrix XenDesktop 7.6 environments or above.
GemView in VMWare Horizon >
Using your Topaz GemView tablet display in VMWare Horizon environments with server 6.2 or above.
GemView SDKs
SigPlus Pro Tablet >
Create eSignature applications for use with Windows tablets, pen-and-tablet PCs, and Topaz GemView tablet displays.
pDoc Signature SDKs >
Build applications that capture and embed handwritten signatures in digital signature fields in PDF documents.
Topaz web browser software (add-ons, extensions, and SDKs) allows for the capture of eSignatures in browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge.
Web Add-Ons & Extensions
SigPlusExtLite Browser Extension >
Capture handwritten signatures for web applications running in the Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera browsers. Supports remote usage.
gDoc Signer >
Sign using your Topaz signature pad in Google Docs and Google Sheets. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge browsers.

Adobe Sign Extension >
Sign PDFs in Adobe Sign with Topaz signature pads. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge (Chromium) browsers.
Web Signature Capture SDKs
SigPlusExtLite Browser SDK >
Recommended browser SDK for Windows. Use locally or in remote environments. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge browsers.
SigWeb Browser SDK >
Integrate signature capture functionality into a web application. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge, and Internet Explorer 11+ browsers.
Sign PDFs with your Topaz signature pad using these Topaz applications, plug-ins, tools, and SDKs.
PDF Applications & Plug-Ins

Topaz Signature Pad Software Update

pDoc Signer >
Create, edit, fill-out, and sign forms and PDFs with a biometric signature using your Topaz signature pad or GemView tablet display, without the need for Adobe Acrobat or Reader.

pDoc Signer Duo >
Send PDFs from a PC to your Topaz GemView tablet display for signing.
Adobe Acrobat Plug-In >
Sign PDFs using your Topaz signature pad in Adobe Acrobat on PCs and Macs.
PDF Web Extensions

Topaz Systems Inc Signature Pad Driver

‍Adobe Sign Extension >
Sign PDFs in Adobe Sign with your Topaz signature pad. Supported in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge (Chromium) browsers.
PDF SDKs
‍pDoc Signature SDKs >
Build applications that capture and embed handwritten signatures in digital signature fields in PDF documents.

Topaz Signature Pad Software

Windows Tablet Applications
pDoc Signer >
Create, edit, fill-out, and sign forms and PDFs with a biometric signature using your Topaz signature pad or GemView tablet display, without the need for Adobe Acrobat or Reader.
Windows Tablet SDKs

Topaz Signature Pad Software Install

SigPlus Pro Tablet >
Create eSignature applications for use with Windows tablets, pen-and-tablet PCs, and Topaz GemView tablet displays.