Hello

This is my first post so apologies if this is an obvious question or repeat thread. I am not a PC person but can usually struggle my through things.

So quick background for my first question.  Just installed and loving Microsoft fs2020. I just purchased 3 logitech saitek gauges. I know msfs 2020 does not natively support these but it looks like AxisandOhs does.

My question is can you use AxisandOhs just for the gauges or does it have to take control of everything. I am quite pleased with the default Hotas and mouse settings. I will undoubtedly use AxisandOhs eventually but the main requirement initially are the gauges. I know to use the demo version first.

 

Thanks Andy

Hello,

If it is only about the FIPs, then I'd suggest using the native drivers from Logitech instead of an extra app. There is a new version of their plugin available that supports MSFS.

Best regards

Edited November 21, 20205 yr by Lorby_SI

Thank you.  I found on the logitech site the latest drivers for saitek gauges which mentions msfs support.

Ok  i tried the Logitech latest drivers 8.0.290.0 and didn't get very far, after driver install the PC announcement box stated that it was setting up Saitek FIP device then it was ready for use. On the Gauge all i saw was the up/down arrows flashing red for a bit but no default screen on plugging into a USB port. On running FS2020 no progress i.e. on loading up an aircraft nothing changed even though the Logitech APP is running. So i installed the Lorby AxisandOhs software and tried that. On loading up the Sim then running AxisandOhs it connects ok and recognises the aircraft i selected. On the hardware tab i see the "Saitek panels enabled" greyed out and "ignore sim elec power" selectable and also "Saitek panel config" selectable along with the rest of the options. When going into Saitek device configurations within "connected devices" nothing is listed. I left the original Logitech drivers installed, the panels themselves did not change state i.e. no default screen appeared. Do i need to take account of the below recommendation ? i have tried 2 new gauges so pretty confident they are ok also tried numerous USB ports SS type etc. Any advice welcome.

 

To avoid conflicts with the controller settings in the simulator, the app has features to disable controllers in 
the sim. You can also disable all controllers in the Controls settings of the sim, but that will also disable 
mouse look and other mechanisms

1 hour ago, nbt191413 said:

Any advice welcome.

Over on the MSFS forums, people are using the Logitech plugin with no problems. Maybe ask there too?

AxisAndOhs needs the DirectOutput API from Logitech. Looks like the new plugin does no longer contain it. If you want to try the AAO, first uninstall the Logitech app. Then download and install the drivers (not the plugin) only, preferably the latest 64 bit version 8.0.150.0. It is way down on the Logitech support page.

Downloads - Flight Instrument Panel – Logitech Support + Download

Once you have installed the driver, wait until the FIP shows the Logitech advertisement. Then start AAO, it should be able to see them too.

Best regards

 

Edited November 24, 20205 yr by Lorby_SI

Thankyou i will give it ago

ureka I have 2 gauges working. It was my mistake thinking the plugin was a driver. So Thank you again, is there a simply way to pay some pennies to make this a licensed version as currently it is the demo version. Or do I have to reinstall with the paid version.

12 hours ago, nbt191413 said:

Or do I have to reinstall with the paid version.

Yes. But you can just install it, no need to remove the Demo first.

Be mindful that the DirectOutput API is quite slow. The more FIPs you use, the slower they will become. 3-4 units are the most. If you have more, you will want to use a different solution, like the Logitech plugin or SpadNext

I will bear that in mind, i will only have 3 FIPs so hopefully it will be ok.