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I use Navigraph Charts and Stream Deck with both FS2020 and FS2024, and both apps start automatically when either of the sims start. However, neither of these apps are shown as being enabled to start in the Win11 startup list, and neither of these apps are in the sim's exe.XML files. So I'm just curious how these apps are being started when the sims start. Some kind of Registry setting, perhaps? By SimConnect? Magic? 🤔 Thx, Al

One thing you could do is a binary search for the problem addon. Rename your Community folder to back it up and then create a new community folder. Put half (50) of your addons in the new folder and see what happens. If the problem goes away then you can next try just half (25) of the "other" 50 of your addons. If the problem does not go away then divide the 50 addons in your community folder in half again (25) and retest, and so on. Each test divides the remaining possible "problem" addon group in half (or close to half). Five tests should get you down to just a couple of possible "problem" addons assuming only one addon (out of 100) is the problem. Al

I am new to Auto FPS, but it would seem your problem is that close to mountains IS close to ground! My understanding is the TLOD Base value of 50 happens when you are below your Alt TLOD Base value, so if currently that latter setting is say 1000ft, you could lower that value (min for the setting is 100ft) so you would have a TLOD greater than 50 when closer that 1000ft to mountains. You could also raise the TLOD Base value above 50. Another possibility to do what you are asking would be to have the app detect, in addition to altitude AGL, that the plane is also close to landing, e.g., the gear is down, or flaps are at their max setting, or power is reduced, etc, before lowering the TLOD detail below some value. But I'm getting above my pay grade now! I expect other more experienced Auto FPS users here will likely have some good suggestions. Al

I did not realize this thread started over a year ago -- I need to read more carefully! 🙁 Al

When comes to control bindings, what is the purpose of "Essential", when and how would it be used? Thx, Al

Sorry, my answer above was for FS2020, but I just realized you asked about FS2024. Below is info on assigning a key in FS2024 using the FLAPS4 binding just as a random example. On the World Map (Free Flight, etc ) page click the Gear icon in the upper right corner. That will open the first window below, select Controls. Then select your controller, here I selected the keyboard. Then in the search box type flaps to bring up the various flap bindings. Then click where it says CLICK TO ASSIGN KEY, it will then say SCANNING and you can enter your key choice. Then click on the GEAR to the right and the next window below will open with a variety of choices such as Set control on release, shown as not selected below, and/or Input repetition, shown as selected below by the checkmark, etc. After making your choice(s) select Go Back to return to the previous screen, and then Save and Back. That's kind of the general idea of assigning a key in FS2024 as I understand it. Making a button assignment is a very similar process. You can also find a number of videos on YouTube on setting up controllers in FS2024. Al

As a quick test, unplug the HomeyComb controller(s) and USB plug(s) and see if you can make the flaps work with keys or just using the mouse. Unlike keys or pushbutton momentary contact switches that send NO signal unless pressed, the HoneyComb controllers have some switches that are always sending a signal, either on or off (e.g., a 1 or 0), because they are not momentary contact switches. So there is a chance you have an unknown binding that is always activated which is in conflict with your flap setup. I would also unplug the Thrustmaster Warthog if it also has switches that are always either on or off. An easy test to do so worth a shot. Al

I don't have Honeycomb equipment. What kind of switch is the flap switch? When you let go of what toggle what drops back down? Two things to try: Search the bindings for flaps and see if you have a control binding conflict somewhere. As an experiment, assign two keys (or momentary contact buttons which essentially act like keys) to INCREASE and DECREASE flaps and see if that works correctly. If not, unplug the Honeycomb controller USB plug and see if the keys or buttons work. Al

To open the binding assignment windows shown above, go to the sim's Control Options, search on Flaps, and click where indicated below. Al

I assume you are using FS2020. Other FS2020 C414 users are not having the problem you are so my initial thought is something is wrong with your C414 setup. Some things you can try are: 1. Make sure you are using a standard Flysimware livery. An incompatible livery can cause lots of problems. 2. Under Assistance Options > Piloting, make sure Auto Trim is turned off. Sometimes the sim turns on Assistance Options automatically for some strange reason. 3. As an experiment to help track down the problem, disconnect the Logitech trim wheel and assign two keys or two buttons to Elevator Trim Up and Elevator Trim Down, and see if that makes any difference when flying. You could also disconnect the Logitech trim wheel and just try adjusting the C414 trim wheel directly with the mouse. 4. Another possibility is you have a conflict with some addon in your Community folder. A simple test for that is to rename your Community folder to back it up, then create a new Community folder and only paste the C414 folder into the new folder. Then start the sim, load the GNS530 version of the C414 and see how things work. 5. Last resort, try reinstalling the C414. If you decide to do that, first MANUALLY delete the C414 folder from the Community folder and then rerun the installer. MANUALLY deleting the C414 folder prevents a corrupt C414 file from impacting the new install.

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You can add RunIf commands to the FSUIPC7.ini file that will start a program If it is not already running. You can start up to 16 different programs (RunIf1, RunIf2, ....RunIf16). For example: [Programs] RunIf1 = C:\Users\al\AppData\Local\Programs\navigraph-charts\Navigraph Charts.exe See page 44 of the FSUIPC7 Advanced Users Guide for additional run options. Al

My guess would be you issue voice commands, e.g., Gear Down, Flaps 5, Landing lights on, etc, in place of using the mouse or pushing a button. I suppose you could interpret that as giving commands to your copilot. Some years ago back in my P3D days before MSFS came along I used a program called Voice Attack that let me issue verbal commands to control aircraft functions. If certainly worked, but you had to speak slowly and distinctly and the program would "learn" your voice. I would expect voice recognition techniques have improved quite a bit since those days. Al

I found that if you turn ATC Enforce Flight Plan off, the sim will pick your takeoff runway and over-ride your selection if it is different. If you leave that setting on, the plane will load onto the runway you select. Al

I have managed to get it all working (I think!). Thanks very much for the support! Al