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by Bjoern
24 Nov 2017, 20:38
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

The engine mode selector (ignition) switch works in the latest fork and is required to start the engines.

Logo lighting (or the switch) has been in the VC for a while.


Making 2D panels adds quite some more work to an already slim time budget. Hence my question.
by Bjoern
21 Nov 2017, 22:46
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Plans for the next version: 1. Move aircraft save files to a subfolder in "FSX\FD_FMC\" (tested; working) 2. Add a an aircraft configuration manager to load and save aircraft configurations, edit payload and fuel, manage doors, provide configuration options (feature merge with Config_A32xF...
by Bjoern
20 Nov 2017, 17:31
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Wait a second, if XMLTools isn't even running properly, it's no wonder that your controller axis aren't working in the A320. Close FSX, check that the path to XMLTools.dll in dll.xml is correct, remove all lines containing references to XMLTools.dll from the FSX.cfg, then start FSX and let it regist...
by Bjoern
20 Nov 2017, 15:51
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

I don't know what could cause a crash during FSX startup. Everything that's supposed to be in the package is there.
by Bjoern
19 Nov 2017, 22:39
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Flap lever joystick: I varied the joystick:0, 1, 2 as proposed. Unfortunately no success. Have you tried varying the axis name as well? Or are you pretty sure that your flap lever is the controller's Z axis? Try varying the value behind ":zaxis:", i.e. joystick:0:zaxis:2 to joystick:2:zax...
by Bjoern
19 Nov 2017, 22:38
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

New forked version based on v2.0. Not flight, only ground tested because I got the "Failed to create child window" error introduced by the latest Windows 10 update and thus was unable to complete a test flight. So some bugs might still be there. This does not include the optional high or l...
by Bjoern
19 Nov 2017, 19:42
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Thanks for your continuous support. The unplug of the other controller does not change any JoyTester result. What do you mean with ".....put the axis name into the "FlapAxis" macro.....", if the test-indicated axis is "Z"? There are more than 1 entry possible in this l...
by Bjoern
19 Nov 2017, 15:21
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Sorry Wulf, if you're unwilling to do something as simple as editing XML files and changing input variables until you've found the right one, I fear that you'll have to live without your hardware controller. I'm not going to change the flap system because of you. And even if there will be a configur...
by Bjoern
18 Nov 2017, 18:29
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Thanks, here I found the "JoyTester", which showed on my Saitek Pro Flight Throttle Quadrant the axis values 0 - 65535. Did you also find out the name (letter) of the flap axis on the controller? I managed to successfully assign any axis on my XBox 360 pad to the flap axis in the hardware...
by Bjoern
17 Nov 2017, 17:20
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

The tool, should I find one, is only to be used for finding axis names and axis limits that are to be put into the corresponding fields in A32x_Hardwarecontrol.xml (the complete gauge I posted [url=http://talk.pafs.wf/viewtopic.php?p=31950#p31950]here[/here]). Nothing more. I can't make it much more...
by Bjoern
17 Nov 2017, 01:30
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Thanks, I read the comments in your A32x hardware controls.xml, but unfortunately I simply do not understand how to use it for my purposes. How has the flap-relevant section to be modified in the standard.xml? Could you please provide a complete section for the flap purposes which could be copied a...
by Bjoern
16 Nov 2017, 00:32
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Of course it doesn't work if you don't adapt the axis name to your flap lever's hardware axis and enable the controller. Read the comments in the hardware control gauge file for some information. The snippet from the standard.xml might provide a clue regarding what you're looking for. Maybe (joystic...
by Bjoern
15 Nov 2017, 17:18
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

By the way, François, have you tried XMLTables for the V speed, optimal flight level and other charts?
I find it works much better than trying to find a corresponding polynominal equation.
If you're interested and need examples, say the word. I've got V speed charts for other aircraft in table format.
by Bjoern
15 Nov 2017, 17:08
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Bjoern, I think there is a couple of time necessary to release the next update. So could You please send me in advance the few lines to be modified in the A32X_System.xml to get axis control over the flaps again with the joystick ? <Gauge Name="A32x Hardware Controls" Version="1.0&qu...
by Bjoern
15 Nov 2017, 13:22
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Spend a few hours on the exterior model yesterday. The main landing gear downlock mechanism is driving me crazy. In the original FS9 model, the PA team just did something the wasn't mechanically sound (checked against a YT vid) and I at least want something that remotely looks like a correct operati...
by Bjoern
14 Nov 2017, 23:02
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

Thought so. Thanks!
by Bjoern
14 Nov 2017, 18:36
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

I know I'm driving François crazy with this, but here's more changes I'm working on. - A sound control gauge that will be used for all 3D modeled controls (buttons on panels are unchanged). This enables users to add different and/or varied sounds to selectors, knobs and switches. One of the reasons ...
by Bjoern
14 Nov 2017, 13:44
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Engine startup is revised. Changes from François procedure: - You can't start both engines at the same time (bleed air constraints) - "Crank" mode on the engine mode selector is now operational (engage starter without igniting) - Fuel cross feed is only required when starting, say, the lef...
by Bjoern
14 Nov 2017, 13:15
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

Good to know and you're welcome!

(P.S: Is this for the FS9 or FSX models?)
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 22:49
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Heads up to François: Since I've added custom code to the engine master switches (to make them movable at all times), I'll revise the engine start procedure.
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 20:32
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

I'd like to have the downloads and aircraft packages structured the following way: Required items: 1) Basepack (containing panel files for the entire A32x range, gauges including the FMC for the entire A32x range, VC models for the entire A32x range, cockpit sounds, shared textures, documentation) 2...
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 18:54
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Flyer10 wrote:
13 Nov 2017, 10:39
That's exactly what I do except the flaps are blue and the spoiler is red. I thought the 1 and 1F were the same position but you get 1 in the air and 1F on the ground.
Does spoiler axis control work for you by default?

If not, I've implemented some custom axis control code for you.
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 18:32
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

"....Does François have permission to distribute the soundset?...." Maybe we are not talking about the same soundset. Francois could clarify this, if needed. I know the used CFM and IAE soundset is freeware. Freeware (sadly) isn't a magical free ticket to do what one pleases regarding mod...
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 17:17
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Found a workaround for the flap system. Both axis and key control are now possible at the same time. Is it possible to link both sound.IAE and sound.CFM into the PA A32x Common folder to only install both big files 1x for all A32x? Or does the MSC code strongly require individual full sound installa...
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 16:29
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Thanks in advance. It is always good, if the sim user can choose his favourite control tool between mouse, keyboard or joystick. Below a pic, how I "managed" flap settings on my desk with all FDD panel and older fork versions. Good news for you: I've managed to implement axis control for ...
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 14:37
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

This leaves the paintkit to indicate the location of the antennas on the main texture, but if you're already short on patience, it's best just to leave it be.
by Bjoern
13 Nov 2017, 14:30
Forum: Feature requests
Topic: NEO SOMETHING
Replies: 6
Views: 19486

Re: NEO SOMETHING

No plans => no model.
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 23:04
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Spent the last few hours fighting with the bloody FBW system and bank and pitch protections. Elaborate attempts at a solution didn't yield a usable result, so in the end, XMLTools will simply block any attempts to bank or pitch the aircraft beyond (user definable) limits. No aileron axis control, no...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 18:51
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Auto reset is because FMC get many data when you launch the flight and keep values (many GPS function requires multiple gauge cycle so I get them in one time at the beginning to avoid to run "heavy" code during all the flight with no reason. And also, FSX keep in cache many data between 2...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 17:09
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

I hope this can be solved soon, otherwise a development step backwards. Is this solveable by Francois´panel definition? No guarantees. It's basically a realism vs compatibility issue. Take your pick. Bjoern, here's what I was referring too, I appreciate it's hard to know what's going on when you do...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 16:23
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

As I've said, the flap system is custom and therefor, axis control is currently not possible.
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 16:02
Forum: Feature requests
Topic: NEO SOMETHING
Replies: 6
Views: 19486

Re: NEO SOMETHING

Not that I know of.
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 15:47
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Hello Bjoern, Testing your last package. I think that we cannot work at the same time on the same gauges, because that occurs confusion and work lostand maintenance will be very hard in the future..... I think that it will be better to dispatch work.... Well, just tell me what you're working on and...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 14:59
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

1. Immediate CTD because of missing A320_FlapLever_mod.wav sound file in the "PA A32x_Common/Sounds" folder. a) Simply delete in the "A32x_Sounds.ini" file the line "Sound40=A320_flaplever_mod.wav" and "Lvar40=A32x_FlapLever_Sound". I consider that a previous...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 12:41
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

Well yes, the keyword system is broken. Again, find a repaint out there that has the SATCOM configuration you want and dig through its textures with DXTBMP. Pay attention to the alpha channel of the texture. If a suitable texture is found, export the alpha channel and import it it to the same textur...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 11:51
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Come on, the display brightness selectors aren't that hard to find.
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 03:15
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

After the reorganization, I'm doing a bit of minor cosmetical work on the model. One of the things I'm fixing is the display brightness, which was reportedly too low during the day. After outsourcing the displays to a material with slightly different properties, they present themselves like this dur...
by Bjoern
12 Nov 2017, 02:51
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

I think the readme delivered with the PA A320 base packages contains some information about the texture file used by the antennas. If not, you need to open the texture files with DXTBMP (Google) or ImageTool (included in the FSX SDK) and look for yourself. Or download the paint kit for the A320 it s...
by Bjoern
11 Nov 2017, 13:01
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

The aircraft.cfg has nothing to do with it.

Try a different repaint that has has the SATCOM dishes enabled in the corresponding texture.
by Bjoern
11 Nov 2017, 12:58
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

This may happen during dawn or dusk when the panel lights are off or when the eyepoint is too close to the headrest so that the camera is behind the closest polygon.
by Bjoern
11 Nov 2017, 02:09
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Here's a fork of v2.0B . Changes: - All shared elements outsourced to "PA A32x_Common". This includes the VC model, shared textures, all panel files and documentation - V2.0B changes implemented into v1.60 for, including the IAE ECAMS - Installation procedure updated for P3Dv4 users - Some...
by Bjoern
11 Nov 2017, 01:47
Forum: Support
Topic: Satcomm Antenna on A32X
Replies: 13
Views: 21572

Re: Satcomm Antenna on A32X

The SATCOM code in the FSX models is broken. They will always show.

The FS9 models require editing the main texture's alpha channel to make the antennas disappear.
by Bjoern
11 Nov 2017, 01:46
Forum: Support
Topic: Installing Third Party Sound onto the Iberia Express A320
Replies: 1
Views: 10859

Re: Installing Third Party Sound onto the Iberia Express A320

Is there any documentation included in the TSS sound package?
by Bjoern
23 Oct 2017, 15:56
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

The light switches on the 2D panel work without A32x_System.xml because I didn't modify it.
by Bjoern
17 Oct 2017, 23:05
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Yes, 110% intended.
There's no way to decrease the raindrop count for a given area, so to make the two wiper speeds distinguishable, the slower one simply won't wipe everything.
by Bjoern
15 Oct 2017, 21:14
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

wulfbindewald wrote:
15 Oct 2017, 14:40
The A32x_System.xml file is not included in the A320_CFM folder - beta 2.0a, only in the FORK version. A Q to Francois.
Well, that explains it then.
by Bjoern
15 Oct 2017, 13:50
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Rain sounds: I got a CTD if it rains in the sim ;-) outside. The relevant sound file precip/c2prec1.wav resides on my system in the FSX/Sound folder. Please check. So the declaration in the "PA A32x_Common/A32x_Sounds" folder should be Sound38=precip/c2prec1.wav,100 ===> Sound38=./Sound/p...
by Bjoern
14 Oct 2017, 15:16
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

Bjoern, I can manage to land it by hand on normal approcaches but there's no way to do an approach like Paro R15. Is it possible with your mod? No idea. Try it. It remains to write code for TCAS (Aircraft below you or above you displayed only...) Above/below is already implemented into the modified...
by Bjoern
13 Oct 2017, 22:05
Forum: Community projects
Topic: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus
Replies: 3340
Views: 3187766

Re: Project FMC simplified for Project Airbus

The shared folder, including name, looks good to me. RE: FBW. Not sure if I've included the FBW mod into the latest fork release (check A32X_System.xml), but the way it works (disable SEC1 when stick input >25% in any direction) is basically the only way to make the aircraft flyable by hand. Trim re...