miloguy Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 wow... you guys rock,, I may have to build 2 cockpits! one for the cessna and one for the 737!! holy cow too hard to choose! Asamra, where do you get that cockpit from ? or is it some one just put together? Thanks Vanderlay, for your pics too very nice.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturi Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Here is mine Obviously I don't know how to post images stunning, is that a force feed back stick? if so they are rare now and new ones selling for up to $500 on ebay where is the worthog stick to go with throttles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH434 Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 If you are close to an airfield that has an Aero club, I'm sure if you explained what you wanted, they would let you sit in one of their aeroplanes and take some measurements. That way you can find a comfortable position to suit you. Thanks Roger. I've just got my 12 year old son into the Canadian Air Cadets and I've joined as Vice Chair myself. Our chairperson works for Flightcraft over at my local airport in Kelowna B.C and he's invited me down this weekend to see the DH Beaver and Twin Otter that they have been refurbishing. Will do just as you suggested and get a feel of where everything is. Truth be known I think I'm more excited than my boy. Your quote from Leonardo de Vinci is absolutely spot on. Never has a truer word been spoken. Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgschultz Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Well this thread was a great idea. So I thought I'd throw a picture of my rig on here as well. It's a great hobby for "kids of all ages". Sent from my SGH-I337M using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwi stu Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 good looking setup mate..whats the small keyboard mounted behind and just on the right of the yoke ? Stu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgschultz Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Ah .... that is simply a number pad. I use "Autohotkey" software to program it so I can use it with the default ATC. works like a charm and I donr have to swivel around to find my keyboard. Sent from my SGH-I337M using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Terry Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Zoran, it is not a force feed joystick, I use it instead of the Hotas stick because I do not have pedals and the Thrustmaster T16000 has a twist grip that works the rudder in the air and the taxi direction on the ground. Why no pedals - I am 6' - 61/2" tall with big feet and my long legs under my desk on to pedals would not be comfortable. Plus the 12 programmable buttons are great. see http://www.thrustmaster.com/products/t16000m Thanks for the compliment on my setup. Regards Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturi Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 Zoran, it is not a force feed joystick, I use it instead of the Hotas stick because I do not have pedals and the Thrustmaster T16000 has a twist grip that works the rudder in the air and the taxi direction on the ground. Why no pedals - I am 6' - 61/2" tall with big feet and my long legs under my desk on to pedals would not be comfortable. Plus the 12 programmable buttons are great. see http://www.thrustmaster.com/products/t16000m Thanks for the compliment on my setup. Regards Ken same problem here , to tall but I use a recliner as well so no pedals but a Logitech extreme twist stick. I will try n post my set up soon as I get a camera. Im using a short throw projector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miloguy Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 This is what I have and use It is worth thinking about,that I still use addon from 2002 (MAAM SIM DC-3) Hope the same happens with FTX AU in 2024 I like the gps in this set up, would love that , some day.. is it usuable just like in the sim? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baltzer Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 only direct to inside the sim,but you can make a flight plan before your flight and load it,but you can't make any changes other than direct to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 I have re-constructed my HC .....curved screen 2Beamer HD http://fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2013/11/03/BVJL1.jpg Sorry, but now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orgasmatron Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 Holi, that's an awesome setup you have, I'm most envious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 , Wow! Really great setup Holi, pretty much the same plan I have for my future HC, I can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 Stunning Holi; really really cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrownCityMisfit Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Holi, are you interested in adopting a 40 year old man-child from California? I hope your setup becomes increasingly attainable. The worst thing about being a flight/racing sim enthusiast is that the monitor tech has not caught up with the software and controller tech, especially relative to cost and availablity. Arguably, the monitor is the most important piece of hardware affecting immersion. Even a triple-screen setup is far from optimal. Very frustrating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 It not alot of cost for the curved screen, its a simple construction (approx 100 bucks) the most expensive part are the both HD beamer, I´m using the BenQ W1080ST. Thank you anyway for your comments I will send more images when I start to build the shell..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miloguy Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Hi Holi, that is incredible, how do you do a curved screen ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Its pretty easy. I used the advise from Thomas from Switzerland....just look at his website. Its in German, but the images are telling you enough as it is straight forward.....it took me 2 hour to get it installed. http://b737home.blogspot.de/ just scroll down the site Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Its pretty easy. I used the advise from Thomas from Switzerland....just look at his website. Its in German, but the images are telling you enough as it is straight forward.....it took me 2 hour to get it installed. http://b737home.blogspot.de/ just scroll down the site Hi Holi Which Warping software did you use? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuisong Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Stunning Holi; really really cool I second that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Hi Holi Which Warping software did you use? Cheers as my computer is for FS only I just bought the Immersive display lite 2 from http://www.fly.elise-ng.net/immersivedisplaylite2 I do not need a corrected desktop..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 as my computer is for FS only I just bought the Immersive display lite 2 from http://www.fly.elise-ng.net/immersivedisplaylite2 .. Understood - looks great Thanks Holi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrownCityMisfit Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 as my computer is for FS only I just bought the Immersive display lite 2 from http://www.fly.elise-ng.net/immersivedisplaylite2 I do not need a corrected desktop..... I didn't know this type of software existed. I have an old Screenplay 4805 with a fresh bulb - collecting dust on my shelf. Maybe worth looking at again. Can I achieve something cool with a single projector? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 I tried with an older projector before but was not satisfied. Resolution 1024x768 is not good, you can see each pixel. full HD is the only solution from my point of view, its a brilliant image now. But why not trying it.....give it a go and try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 I tried with an older projector before but was not satisfied. Resolution 1024x768 is not good, you can see each pixel. full HD is the only solution from my point of view, its a brilliant image now. But why not trying it.....give it a go and try. Holi You have inspired a few of us with your fantastic visual system I'm a bit gutted; I have recently bought 3 1200x800 projectors but am going to go HD now. I got them for a reasonable price but I've seen pictures of some systems since including yours and want to go HD too. I don't suppose you would share (it would be great to see) your .flt file that gives you the 2 window view? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miloguy Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 how would that set up be compared to just using 2 or 3 monitors?? also has any one made a home made glass cockpit? milo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Holi You have inspired a few of us with your fantastic visual system I'm a bit gutted; I have recently bought 3 1200x800 projectors but am going to go HD now. I got them for a reasonable price but I've seen pictures of some systems since including yours and want to go HD too. I don't suppose you would share (it would be great to see) your .flt file that gives you the 2 window view? Thanks Anddrew, I´m not quite sure what you mean with .flt file?? The screen resolution is set to 3840x1080 ...is that what you wanted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Anddrew, I´m not quite sure what you mean with .flt file?? The screen resolution is set to 3840x1080 ...is that what you wanted? Hi Holi I thought/assumed you were using two open full screen windows; are you using just one? If so what is your zoom setting and FOV? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 I´m still experimenting a bit but so far I feel best solution is with wide aspect true a zoom of 0,8-0,9 and with wide aspect false zoom is best between 0,5-0,6 This my solution, not necessary your tast, therefore I said each one should find out his own preference. but you saw the screenshot....for me it looks pretty cool and undistorted. When I have found my fixed preference I will post a few more shots from OBRX Land, than you will see ....maybe Southampton or so yes again I m running 1 full screen window just corrected by the warping software .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Hi Holi Look forward to more shots - keep up the good work and thanks for sharing Your pictures are superb! Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Andrew, Another teaser.....only warping, no blending yet. Still trying.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Andrew, Another teaser.....only warping, no blending yet. Still trying.... Those projectors look fantastic Holi I will have a proper look later - keep the teasers coming mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maurice_King Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 how would that set up be compared to just using 2 or 3 monitors?? also has any one made a home made glass cockpit? milo The large projection would be significantly better for imersion simply because of the size and you can litterally make the external view life size. Glass cockpit is pretty simple in it's basic form 2 LCD's with touch screens mounted in a Panel and something like the Mind Star G1000 installed. Use Derek Speare's button controller and Rotary encoder controller and you set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miloguy Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 The large projection would be significantly better for imersion simply because of the size and you can litterally make the external view life size. Glass cockpit is pretty simple in it's basic form 2 LCD's with touch screens mounted in a Panel and something like the Mind Star G1000 installed. Use Derek Speare's button controller and Rotary encoder controller and you set. interesting idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holi Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 The large projection would be significantly better for imersion simply because of the size and you can litterally make the external view life size. Glass cockpit is pretty simple in it's basic form 2 LCD's with touch screens mounted in a Panel and something like the Mind Star G1000 installed. Use Derek Speare's button controller and Rotary encoder controller and you set. Thats maybe true, but do not forget, G1000 is running within the sim and if you place it on a addional monitor you could not go to full sreen mode on your outside view as the add. monitor would go black. the other downside is running all on a singe machine would heavily influence the performance.... I prefer to have all additional stuff on a network machine, which is not possible for G1000..... Just my thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miloguy Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 i run my fsx in window mode... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 737 Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Thats maybe true, but do not forget, G1000 is running within the sim and if you place it on a addional monitor you could not go to full sreen mode on your outside view as the add. monitor would go black. the other downside is running all on a singe machine would heavily influence the performance.... I prefer to have all additional stuff on a network machine, which is not possible for G1000..... Just my thoughts. This is how I run my Displays using Project Magenta - WideFS on networked PC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Hi all, Ultra wide 21:9 monitors are on the market. Its resolution equals 2 full hd lcd. It may be very interesting to save place and display power to increase FPS. Anyone experiment that ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maurice_King Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Use Actual Multiple monitors as a management tool and you shouldn't have any issues, I believe the screen issue is associated with screen focus and Direct X within Win 7. You can run the G1000 as a separate program (mine does) and connects with FSX via a broadcast plugin. Second PC running and UDP communication the the FSX PC . allas this won't be set up again until I have a dedicated PC for Flight and Racing and preferably a room in which I can run it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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