FS2Phidget 4.2.9

[Tomlin]

Okay

I have the rotary encoder being read in the FS2Phidgets 4.2.9 in the Digital input/Encoder sections and can see the values changing. However, I do not have the option to select FS Var File or make an FS Var Assignment (there's no text in the drop down box). Ive reinstalled but no luck.

I'd appreciate any and all help here.

Also, Im guessing the Help file included in the software is the actual manual?

[Tomlin]

Okay, so I uninstalled FS2Phidgets and reinstalled and it worked (I was able to get the drop down boxes AND assign the rotary encoder to work with SOME assignments).

However, I cannot get it to change the VS range. I can change altitude, HDG, OBS, etc, but I cannot get it to change Vertical speed, and yes, Im using the correct VS offset (there are a few different ones).

Any idea what Ive not done correctly here? One thought: Im not running it on the network, but on the FS machine. Would that make a difference since it does work on most of the other assignments Ive tried?

Thanks again,

[JBaymore]

However, I cannot get it to change the VS range. I can change altitude, HDG, OBS, etc, but I cannot get it to change Vertical speed, and yes, Im using the correct VS offset (there are a few different ones).

Eric,

How do you KNOW that your have the correct offset? Usually I have found that if the one I am using does not work....... it is the worng one. Or that I have the length of the offset set incorrectly. Did you remember to calibrate the value?

There are some values in FS that are complex. Sometimes there is more than one thing affecting that value and it seems to be derived from other values at other offsets. Maybe it is possible that this value is one of them? If so... it gets trickier to change it.

best,

.................john

[Bob Reed]

Also you can not change the VS value on the ground, you have to be in the air.

[JBaymore]

Also you can not change the VS value on the ground, you have to be in the air.

GREAT point Bob! Sometimes it is the little things that get you.

best,

....................john

[Tomlin]

I know it's the right offset according to the PM FSUIPC offset list. Per the list:

07EC
4
Autopilot vertical speed hold [Not connected in FS2002/4]
07F2
2
Autopilot vertical speed value, as ft/min


Ive been using 07F2. Also, one of the things I havent determined yet was is there a real manual for FS2Phid or just the in-software help file? I havent found the calibration instructions yet, but did see it mentioned in the help file. Yes, Ive only looked at the software help file. Also, here's what the .ini shows:

[AUTOPILOT_VERTICAL_SPEED]
Offset=07F2
Length=2
FSType=Proportional
LoValue=-7900
HiValue=6000

So, Im wondering. Although I did try to change (actually SET) the vertical speed in the VS box in the default L45 DURING FLIGHT, I know that it's possible to change it on the ground in FS. Is this a Phidgets thing, only changing it in flight? Obviously it wont affect the aircraft till off the ground.

A big help would be for someone to point to the manual, cause I havent found it. Sorry.

[Trevor Hale]

A big help would be for someone to point to the manual, cause I havent found it. Sorry.

Tomlin, Dono Buddy, but I think something must be wrong with your Google or something. Not having much luck finding anything.

Do a google search for FS2Phidgets, I am sure you will find it.

Trev

[Tomlin]

Now what? I just fired up FS and FS2Phidgets and now it's telling me that "Phidget Manager is either not Installed, or out of date. n/Download latest Phidget .msi and install"

How did this happen all of a sudden now?

[Trevor Hale]

Now what? I just fired up FS and FS2Phidgets and now it's telling me that "Phidget Manager is either not Installed, or out of date. n/Download latest Phidget .msi and install"

How did this happen all of a sudden now?

Here.

RTM I am sure you will find your answer. Just trying to help you, to sort your issue.

http://www.phidgetsusa.com/fs/fs2phi...FS2Phidget.pdf

[Bob Reed]

04F2 is a PM offset. You are not using PM's MCP are you? Maybe John can step in here I think he uses the FS MCP. Sounds to me like you are not writing the offset bits right. You need a bit to + the value and a Bit to - the value.