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Post by berniew on Jul 25, 2015 6:56:48 GMT
Hello,
i am am a new member to this forum and just came across almost aviation on YouTube and the Ebook on Amazon after eating the article in of pilo, and it was perfect timing as I just started getting into the avionics side of things to assemble a cockpit.
I was going to assemble my panels using saitek equipment, but after viewing the YouTube channel I've decided I will give building my own panels a go. At the moment I fly mainly GA aircraft, so I am going to build a simple type cockpit modelled on the Cessna.
I plan to make a computer desk type structure on wheels with a Cessna type cockpit made out of mdf. I will the. Screw the panels onto the cockpit.
To start with I plan to model the panels and use the saitek radio panels for the radio. I might try doing the gps panel project from the Ebook for the gps.
im not sure what to do about the gauges, but I figure I will tackle that part when I get to it. Has anyone used gauges on their projects?
i will post more info to this thread as I progress if people are interested and I look forward to seeing all your projects and sharing any information I can that helps.
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Post by MarkH on Jul 25, 2015 7:12:39 GMT
Hi Bernie, sounds like a good plan. For gauges you could look at Panel Builder or Air Manager, but proper gauges are outside of my experience. looking forward to some pics of your efforts...  |
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Post by berniew on Jul 25, 2015 14:35:00 GMT
Hi Mark,
Thanks for the recommendations. I will definately check out both of these software and look at mounting a monitor in the dashboard to display the gauges. I've also found an iPad app tonight called remote cockpit hd.
I've been putting a lot of thought into it and have a design in my head. The next step is to sit in the Cessna and see what switches and knobs I need to replicate and then get started. It's all very exciting to say the least.
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Post by MarkH on Jul 25, 2015 14:51:43 GMT
It's all very exciting to say the least. Heh heh, once you start making panels you can't stop! I am working on three new ones right now  |
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Post by berniew on Jul 28, 2015 4:00:22 GMT
Yes, I think your right. I've already come up with 3 other button box ideas for my racing simulator and I've grabbed a writing book to take down all sorts of notes of the type of structure I need to build, what panels I have to start with and I'm taking notes of buttons I will need to incorporate into the panels that I don't have. I tend to walk around all day I. Deep thought building it in my mind then grabbing my notebook to capture the ideas before they flit away. i checked out air manager and the other software you mentioned. I also watched your reviews and at the moment I am thinking of using air manager because I like the idea of being able to build my own custom gauges if needed. the main issue I have is how high the monitors will be above the cockpit and whether this is going to be too high. Here is a picture of my starting point and I will post other photos as I go through the build process. www.dropbox.com/s/duaud5fyy8ue6i3/flightrig.jpg?dl=0Now to order the bodnar,boards, these are quite expensive after converting gap to the Australian dollar, but I think they look like the best option for me. so what type,of panels you working on now Mark? I thought you had finished the twin otter build. Also, did you ever get the iris dynamics yoke? If you did it would be good to hear your thoughts on how it feels with force feedback. |
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Post by MarkH on Jul 28, 2015 6:43:42 GMT
My new panels are (1) a re-fuelling station (see new thread with a pic), (2) HUD control and (3) Miscellaneous controls. The last two are small panels (15cm x 10cm). As for the Iris yoke - no, I do not have it yet.
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Post by littlepaulio on Nov 1, 2015 5:28:57 GMT
My new panels are (1) a re-fuelling station (see new thread with a pic), (2) HUD control and (3) Miscellaneous controls. The last two are small panels (15cm x 10cm). As for the Iris yoke - no, I do not have it yet. Hi Mark, I would be very interested in your 'miscellaneous controls' panel, as I would like to start with something small. Also, rather than start a new thread about it, is LINDA absolutely essential to programming the controls or is a registered version of FSUIPC sufficient. I've only heard good things about LINDA, but if I could avoid learning how to use a new piece of software it would be great. I've only started to delve into the advanced side of FSUIPC recently and so far have only managed to modify a few .lua files for my needs, I know I've barely scratched the surface of it. But if you recommend LINDA, I'll definitely give it a go. Thanks Mark, Paul |
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Post by MarkH on Nov 1, 2015 9:00:57 GMT
is LINDA absolutely essential to programming the controls or is a registered version of FSUIPC sufficient...if you recommend LINDA, I'll definitely give it a go. No, it is not essential at all. If you are familiar with programming buttons with FSUIPC you will be able to do most things without LINDA. That said, I do recommend it! It makes Lua programming much more accessible. |
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