With the foundation built and Main Instrument Panel (MIP) mounted work can begin with the interfacing of the Simulator switches and korry annunciators. With the previous Flight Deck Solution build the TEKWorx InterfaceIT boards were used. The TEKWorx boards are designed with group wiring – 8 positive connectors assigned to one common ground. This solution … Continue reading
With the introduction of the new SDK there were interfacing issued with the Cockpit Concept boards. The bugs have now been resolved with the 1.23 full release. Ensure the Cockpit Concept software starts after Prepar3D. May 11 2019 Release version 1.23 ================================ Systems: – Improved GPWS don’t sink message FMS: – Added support for equi-time … Continue reading
Interesting news from ProSim-AR that they will be supplying the software solution for Ansett Aviation Australia. Vier-Im-Pott will be manufacturing a Tactile Pod to be used in these new simulators. I visited Ansett Aviation last year as part of my Aviation Medical Training. The Level-D simulators (especially the Airbus A320s) are usually booked out to … Continue reading
The following is a tutorial on how to setup a motorized trim wheel using a Pololu hardware feedback interface board and ProsimA320. Alternative avionics software such as Jeehell FMGS does not have native Pololu compatibility and will require additional driver support, such as FSUIPCtoPololu from TNS-Systems. Hardware trim setup can be reviewed over here. Wire … Continue reading
Gert, a Prosim user has clarified the subscription model on the forum – There are two possibilities: 1) If you buy a ProSim License (B737 / A320), you get the full package included with one year free updates, starting from the date you’ve bought the package. After this free year of updates, you need to … Continue reading
November 23 2018 Release version 1.17 ===================================== FMS: – Added support for const mach segments – Added step alts – Revised conditions for arming ILS approach instead of RNAV approach – RNAV approach arming now causes selected vertical mode to switch to managed mode – Fixes for FMS phase transitions and FMA modes during takeoff … Continue reading
ProSimUtils 1.7.9 by Wpslider now supports ProsimA320. Its functionality includes TOPCAT and PFPX integration, Hoppie Network messaging, weather information and ACARS. For this ProsimA320 release only HTML programs and PFPX and TOPCAT is supported via the EFB. Continue reading
ProSimA320 Download September 27 2018 Release version 1.15 ====================================== FMS: – Fixed V/DEV missing during raw data flight – V/DEV in PROG page should remain visible during descend and approach FMS phase – Automatic selection of NONE for VIA or transition if none available. – Fixed issue where altitude flyover waypoints after takeoff were bypassed … Continue reading
August 31 2018 Release version 1.14 =================================== First release with support for hardware accelerated displays. This option is off by default. It is found in the ProSim Display configuration screen. To enable experimental hardware acceleration, enable the option “Use direct2d” and restart ProSimDisplay. FMS: – Approach mode not available if RA 1+2 failed – FMGC … Continue reading
Cockpit Concept released the latest profile for their ARINC429 board allowing OEM Rudder Trim Panel compatibility with ProsimA320. The aircraft responds and trims appropriately, even with an engine failure. Continue reading