I'm also seeing two anomalies with ASN... The weird four squares and repeating clouds (I've seen the repeats with OPUS), anyone know what that is from?

 

What are your ASN Cloud Draw Distances (Min and Max) and visibility settings at?

 

I had the same issue but I'm experimenting with difference distances and visibilities.  Damian is aware and they are looking into it.

Here's a short video of ASN's turbulence effects, that I encountered on my flight to LAX tonight. EZDOK DHM mode was used, no RND or CR mode effects were used.

 

http://forum.avsim.net/topic/428913-active-sky-next-with-ezdok-and-turbulence/

Here's a short video of ASN's turbulence effects, that I encountered on my flight to LAX tonight. EZDOK DHM mode was used, no RND or CR mode effects were used.

 

http://forum.avsim.net/topic/428913-active-sky-next-with-ezdok-and-turbulence/

Thanks for taking the time to post the video.

 

You still have not answered the question about if you have tried the latest version of Opus Cams and DHM ?

 

As I own both products, i can easily compare the two.

Here's a short video of ASN's turbulence effects, that I encountered on my flight to LAX tonight. EZDOK DHM mode was used, no RND or CR mode effects were used.

 

http://forum.avsim.net/topic/428913-active-sky-next-with-ezdok-and-turbulence/

 

Nice video.  Mind putting up your ASN Cloud Draw Distance and Visibility settings you are currently using?

I have an issue of pressure not being updated to FSX. The interface says 30.24 at ORD and in the NGX within FSX it says 29.92. OPUS entirely disabled. Also, the XGauge shows that I'm at KDPA not KORD, huh?

 

Best to visit our support forum or submit a ticket for technical support.  In this case it appears you are not getting a connection at all between ASN and FSX.  There are several common issues/solutions posted on our official forum related to this.

 

 

No ASN fixes this if you have the enhanced Overcast option on default is off, because there is a little performance penalty I flew the other day from KMCO to KDFW in that big storm they had, and had complete overcast skies, from Georgia to Dallas. Never seen that in FSX before.
 
Edit: Set historical time to 12/9/2013 at 4AM UTC, then fly from Atlanta to Dallas, to see it for yourself!!

 

I actually duplicated the Dallas Cowboys AAL charter flight 9404 from KORD to KDFW last night using 090600Z loaded and was faced with 1/4 vis on the way in to 18L. I had to use the autoland, the first time ever since owning the NGX since I couldn't make out a thing. It was awesome and once I landed you couldn't even seen the terminals or hangars past the ones you were right next to.

 

I've use just about ever version of AS since 2003 and this is bar far their best work yet. The only one bad thing as shown in someone else's screen shot, is that I am seeing some grid patterns at altitudes above 30K feet. You don't notice them when you're at lower altitudes, but when you're above 20K or so feet you can find them. I actually did see the girds in AS2012 when using Smooth Clouds mode rather than DWC mode. I think its just a limitation of each weather station having a square grid, almost like a landclass grid, but for weather to populate. If you have OVC or complete coverage in that weather stations gird it will show up like a postage stamp, while the grid next to it might just have a 5/8 coverage and when butted together shows the square pattern. If they can find a way to disguise the grids or smooth them out it will be perfect.

 

Also as far as performance, I actually seem to be getting better FPS with ASN than with AS2012 using the same cloud layer max of 4, and cloud draw distance of 90 miles. Not sure if AS2012 was a little higher overhead than ASN is when running locally, but ASN seems to be giving more FPS in heavy weather situations than AS2012 did.

So far so good, money will be spent for the upgrade.

Thanks for taking the time to post the video.

 

You still have not answered the question about if you have tried the latest version of Opus Cams and DHM ?

 

As I own both products, i can easily compare the two.

Sorry I don't have OPUS, for the reasons I mentioned (ie: camera)

What 'Cloud Coverage Density' setting are you guys using in FSX?  Is 'Cloud Coverage Density' in FSX and 'Cloud Coverage Layers' in ASN the same thing?

 

I've been using 8 for AS2012 but perhaps lowering that setting and being able to check 'Enhanced Overcast' in ASN to get a full overcast for the same performance would be better?  Still not sure why I'm getting a higher FPS impact in ASN than AS2012.

 

 

What 'Cloud Coverage Density' setting are you guys using in FSX?
 
I've been using 8 for AS2012 but perhaps lowering that setting and being able to check 'Enhanced Overcast' in ASN to get a full overcast for the same performance would be better?  Still not sure why I'm getting a higher FPS impact in ASN than AS2012.

 

I'm using 8 as well, but dont use the Enhanced OVC and am using 1024 cloud textures.

I have a question about REX clouds and ASN. As you probably know, there is a baffling number of "schemes" to select from, and on top of that, you can create your own. No matter what textures you load, I am assuming ASN (or any wx program) can use that texture set for any weather conditions it depicts, right? So it shouldn't matter what texture scheme I load, correct?

 

Also, does anyone have an opinion whether high-def clouds are easier on frame rates than 4096 ultra-high-def ones? I know the bigger textures create more or a memory load, but is there anything in the way ASN uses them that would impact performance?

 

Thanks in advance for any thoughts on these two questions.

 

And having never used OPUS, I'm coming from the latest REX version. With all due respect to a creative company that has done a lot of things right, ASN, at least for now, does make switching a no-brainer in my opinion. The wow factor is definitely there. It's like a new sim.

What 'Cloud Coverage Density' setting are you guys using in FSX?  Is 'Cloud Coverage Density' in FSX and 'Cloud Coverage Layers' in ASN the same thing?

 

I've been using 8 for AS2012 but perhaps lowering that setting and being able to check 'Enhanced Overcast' in ASN to get a full overcast for the same performance would be better?  Still not sure why I'm getting a higher FPS impact in ASN than AS2012.

I have mine set to 12 as before ASN, was going to put it back to 8 as suggested, but Kostas (HiFi) said that wasn't necessary, as they do that automatically. I have my surface visibility to default (Whatever that is) and my upper altitude visibility set to 90nm. I use REX textures at 1024x1024, and have enhanced overcast turned on.

Micro-bursts are amazing. Never seen anything simulate that before.

 

"Windshear! Windshear!" - "Sink rate. WHOOP WHOOP - PULL UP!"

 

That alone had me buy ASN.

 

 

I am assuming ASN (or any wx program) can use that texture set for any weather conditions it depicts, right? So it shouldn't matter what texture scheme I load, correct?

 

Yes and yes. Doesn't matter what texture set you install. This is probably one of the most asked questions when it come to weather programs and texture sets. I've actually been using the same sky (HDEv2) and cloud set (FEX ChewTest) for years and dont need to change since I found a set that looks realistic in all conditions.

 

 

 

 

Also, does anyone have an opinion whether high-def clouds are easier on frame rates than 4096 ultra-high-def ones? I know the bigger textures create more or a memory load, but is there anything in the way ASN uses them that would impact performance?

 

The higher you go from 1024 to 2048 to 4096 sized textures, the more VAS you will consume and could, but not always will effect your general performance. Personally, I prefer 1024 textures since they look a little softer and not as harsh and plastered into the sky as the HD ones do, plus it keeps my VAS low and general performance better than when I use the 2048 or 4096 sized clouds.

 

You will really notice the difference running 2048 or 4096 vs 1024;s when flying in an area that had OVC or a great amount of clouds and more cloud layers. The HD stuff will tax your VAS, especially if flying the NGX or T7 into a large hub with a lot of AI.

 

Try all the sizes for yourself and see what works best and looks good for you. Changing cloud textures only takes a few minutes to install and test.

Sorry I don't have OPUS, for the reasons I mentioned (ie: camera)

That's ok Tom. Thought you might have had both. I have no idea how do do a video, otherwise we could compare them both.

Man I have to say ASN is amazing! I've used freeware wx generators and Opus but man oh man ASN brings a much better experience. The guys at Hifi have something special! I think I might buy it before my trial is up.

I do notice that my FPS takes a hit randomly while using ASN though. There are times I'll maintain 30fps and then it drops to low teens in the same weather. It doesn't happen all the time, because I did a flight earlier and I had a solid 25-30fps in some bad weather. Anyone else having that?