madfred

Another very nice paint job, Don. Just added it to my hangar

Thanks for the paint Ron, Downloaded and will take it for a spin in the morning, Jan, As usual another great cockpit. Looking forward to it

I use Plan-G, FS Commander, and Active Sky Next on a networked computer. Each has a manual that explains how to set that up. Just take the time to read, and you will be okay.

Ron, I too am looking forward to that repaint

Lee, Butchering a site, run by flight sim enthausiasts, for being overloaded due to a highly anticipated release is not really the way to go. I was lucky to be able to download the c-47, but have yet to successfully post in the thread. Being registered or having donated does not make any difference. I am convinced that you are not "blocked". You just have to have patience, like so many others. So, step out of the heat, have a glass of iced tea, and breath.Life does not end because we have to be patient. I am sure you will be able to enjoy the new C-47 release soon.

So last night (yeah really "NIGHT" LOL) I could not resist and and started up my flight simulator computer to give this update another try to see if I could get the device labels back. As stated earlier, I have a backup of the modules folder from before the 2.8.1 update. First I edited the FSUIPC.ini file to remove the [VRINSIGHT] listing that was added by Linda, after hitting the fix button. Followed the steps as listed in the install, and made sure ALL devices were connected. Loaded FSX and Linda and all was working except still no device names. Closed Linda, added the system/config-hid.lua file again. Reloaded Linda again, and..... Hurrah!! there are my device names. No idea why I had to add that file twice, but it did solve my issue. One thing I would suggest to be added to the Installation instructions, is to mention having ALL devices connected before upgrading to the new version. This was never an issue in previous versions, but certainly is important with version 2.8.1. Again, thanks for a great product.

Thank you for the prompt response. There was one device (joystick) unplugged, as I had the yoke plugged in. I never have then plugged in at the same time, as they will interfere with axis inputs.It has never been a problem with previous Linda updates. But I was going to give your suggestion a try. Result: no more device error, besides the MCP error. But only some assignments were working, even though none of the assignments were showing on the joystick page (similar to another post from someone on this site) So I went back again (for the x'ed time, lol) and cleared all files and folders related to Linda from the modules folder. Then pasted the 2.8.1 version in the Modules folder and added the Linda and Linda-cfg aircraft backup from the 2.6.7 version. Loaded FSX-Acc and Linda. Getting the error that the device config file could not be found. I closed Linda, and added the system\config-hid.lua from the 2.6.7 backup (which does have the device names listed.) Now all assignments are working again, but the device names are all "UNKNOWN". Guess naming the devices no longer transfer's with an update, and we should also make sure to back up the Linda-cfg/system/config-hid.lua file. Also, if you do not have an MCP combo, Linda will throw an error, and you will have to reload Linda to enable the devices.

Hello, First of all, congrats with the 5 year anniversary. I installed the new Linda 2.8.1v1 after removing all linda files and folders from the Modules folder.(YES, I did back up the aircraft folders). After copying back the linda and linda-cfg aircraft folders, I loaded up FSX-Acc, chose the default Cessna 172, and after loading the flight I started Linda. An error popped up stating that the device config file could not be found, Linda Tracer is grayed out. and the MCP states there is an error (I do not have an MCP). I have Linda fix the FSUIPC(even though I don't think there was an issue with the FSUIPC.ini file) The joystick settings show that the devices names that I preset are not being read, and also the Serial numbers are gone, After re-entering the device names, I can re-assign functions, but all the original custom assignments are gone. I can revert back to Linda 2.6.7 with no problems.

I purchased the 377 +COTS as well, as the sale was too good to pass by. It is certainly a "Study" aircraft, and I love the thought of what the Connie will be in the light of that. By the end of this Summer I will have to take at least a month off from work, to dig into my most favorite aircraft, being: 1) Manfred Jahn's DC-3/C-47 with Jan Vissers VCC, and TuFun's sound pack, 2) A2A's Constellation. 3) PMDG DC-6B And by then I hope to have mastered the 377 + COTS, which is a masterpiece on it's own.

Gonna try setting up the msflights.net software and will attempt to join. is that 7pm UTC? I will probably be flying the D-2, or MJ's C-47

Since last Christmas I am a very happy owner of the GoFlight MCP Pro. I fly the PMDG 737NGX, and am surprised every time I add an aircraft to the hangar, that I can use the MCP with it, even on simple freeware aircraft. I am loving this mcp so much, that I don't understand how I have been able to do without it for so long. My next purchases will be the GoFlight EFIS, and one or two GF-166 modules for N AV and COM radios

I am getting the same error, and last time it happened was this evening as I clicked to undock a panel in the PMDG 737NGX. Closing the error box, and re-loading Linda seems to keep linda working fine after the error.

I am certainly going to try and join.

So very sorry to hear about your health. I wish you and those close to you, strength.

Those links are still not working. Would be nice to get access to them again.

Santa wae very generous to me this past Christmas. Under the Christmas tree I found: Goflight MCP-Pro (don't understand how I could have been flying the airliners without it for so long!) OrbX Global, Vector and OpenLC Europe.(OMG, Keep me low and slow, please!!) FSX-SE (not installed, but wasted the $5 for a backup, and whatever the future brings for fsx) I am a very happy flight simmer

I have been using UT2 with the PMDG 737NGX from the beginning, and have not had any issues. I don't fly anything anywhere without UT2

I actually ran in to this app a week ago, tried the demo version first. I was so impressed That I ended up purchasing the full version the same day. From what I have been reading both parties are on the same page, so no violations. I is so much more realistic pressing the buttons on my tablet compared to clicking with the mouse. Also I no longer have to move the mouse back and forth between monitors. I definite "must have" for anyone that doesn't have a touch screen monitor.

Ah, okay... That makes sense. Luckily I am not using Project Magenta gauges. I was thinking of removing any module from Linda that I am not using, to prevent these kind of issues. My future project will be trying to get the switches for the Flight1 Citation Mustang to work. Can't get them to work with FSUIPC mouse macro's. Again, thanks for your feedback

Thanks for your response, Andy. That did the trick. Lucky I am not using Project Magenta. Being a techie, I am stil wondering what made Linda load the wrong module. Maybe something for the designers to clarify?

With Linda loaded and the PMDG 737NGX at the ramp. none of the switches assigned work. All works fine with default FSX aircraft. Looking at the Linda Console, it gives no errors, but I did notice that Linda was loading the Project Magenta Module instead of the PMDG 737 NGX one. There is no double assignement (checked, checked and double checked). If I assign function in the default FSX aircraft Module, it shows up in the Linda Console when the swich is flipped. But when I remove the assignment in the Default aircraft Module, and assign it in the PMDG Module, nothing happens. I have installed: Linda 1.11 PMDG 737NGX SP1c PMDG lua Module version 1.9 FSUIPC v4.91 (purchased) FS2Crew Pilots version for PMDG 737NGX (if that is of importance) Overhead panel switches connected through a Desktop Aviator pcb. I hope someone can shine a light on this. Thanks in advance for any positive feedback Manfred

If you are looking for a Fokker 50, then visit Virtualcol here: http://www.virtualcol.com/products/producto.php?id_prod=23 . But be prepared to do some reading of the manual in order to get this bird in the air. I love it.

I like their C-130 and 707. Looking at getting the 737.

I am fortunate to have one of my old computers run add-ons over a network. That way I have programs like FS Commander and Active X showing on different screens

I use two config files, one with FSX internal fps set at 30, for not so busy area's and hight Altitude. It prevents the big fps fluctuations, preventing stutters.The second cfg file has the internal FPS set at Unlimitted for busy airports, and scenery like OrbX. It will give you higher framerate and a smoother experience in that environment. The external fps limiter does a good job when you only use one monitor, with fsx in windowed mode and don't unlock any windows. As soon as you unlock a window, the external fps limiter will cut your overall fps in half, and you loose the smooth experience. For instance, if you have a dual screen setup and have the cockpit view on one screen, and the 2D panel on a second monitor. When the external fps limiter is set to 30 fps, you will actually only have fsx running at 15 fps, and plenty of stutters to go with it. I have a multi monitor setup and start my flights with the "unlimited" cfg. after departing the airport anf getting to cruising altitude, I quickly switch to the 30 fps locked cfg file. Just before Top of Decent, I switch back to the "Unlimited' cfg. Also when I fly low alt. vfr I use the "unlimited" cfg, making it possible to enjoy the scenery with a smooth running sim and the sliders mostly maxed out. Mathijs Kok, from Aerosoft, wrote a nice article about setting up fsx and the use of multiple cfg files for different types of flights, that can be found on the Aerosoft forum. Btw, loading a different cfg only takes a few seconds, so I don't see it as a hassle, but that is a pure personal experience. If you want to try an external limiter, try both that were mentioned in earlier posts. Experiment with bot to find out which one work best for you. It will not harm your fsx, as you can just get ride of it, if you don't like what you experience. Manfred Luederitz