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#4403835 - 02/06/18 05:17 PM Increase dot size?  
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Hi guys,1st of all sorry if I'm posting in the wrong section,my apologies if so.

I'm trying to play with as much realism as possible.
I want to turn Tac,and all labels off and play with dots only. I'm using Trackir so that increases my immersion level.
Trouble is,is that playing on a monitor sometimes hinders the distance in which I can see enemy craft.
I'm sure that most times ( unless of cloud and/or fog) most pilots realistically would be able to see a bit further.

I'm just asking if there's any way to increase the dot size to make enemy craft a bit clearer? Or if anybody has any recommended distance settings for dots that,d be massively appreciated. You guys who play by DID rules what if anything settings do you use?
Thanks guys


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#4403851 - 02/06/18 06:13 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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I could recommend a good magnifying glass! biggrin

Seriously, I will check my resource files when I get home. I may be able to help.

Last edited by Robert_Wiggins; 02/06/18 06:14 PM.

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#4403853 - 02/06/18 06:22 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Robert_Wiggins]  
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Originally Posted by Robert_Wiggins
I could recommend a good magnifying glass! biggrin

Seriously, I will check my resource files when I get home. I may be able to help.


Haha I hope I don't need one just yet Robert biggrin

Thanks pal,much appreciated


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#4403857 - 02/06/18 06:40 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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Give SweetFX a try, you can increase the contrast which makes the dots stand out more. Works for me anyway, I use Reshade or SweetFX in all sims for just this reason, as well as the texture sharpening and other effects but you can adjust/turn them off if performance is an issue.


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#4403906 - 02/06/18 09:54 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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Originally Posted by Adger
Originally Posted by Robert_Wiggins
I could recommend a good magnifying glass! biggrin

Seriously, I will check my resource files when I get home. I may be able to help.


Haha I hope I don't need one just yet Robert biggrin

Thanks pal,much appreciated


Adger, try the mod I set up for you. It has a black dot slightly increased in size. let me know if it's adequate for you. If not I can rework it. It's accessible from my dropbox below:

click to download

Last edited by Robert_Wiggins; 02/09/18 02:23 AM.

(System_Specs)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper
PSU: Ultra X3,1000-Watt
MB: Asus Maximus VI Extreme
Mem: Corsair Vengeance (2x 8GB), PC3-12800, DDR3-1600MHz, Unbuffered
CPU: Intel i7-4770K, OC to 4.427Ghz
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Seidon 240M Liquid CPU Cooler
Vid Card: ASUS GTX 980Ti STRIX 6GB
OS and Games on separate: Samsung 840 Series 250GB SSD
Monitor: Primary ASUS PG27AQ 4k; Secondary Samsung SyncMaster BX2450L
Periphs: MS Sidewinder FFB2 Pro, TrackIR 4

#4403922 - 02/06/18 10:59 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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@Ace..I already use SweetFx but thanks for your input.

@ Robert many many thanks il download now and test. Thank you very much


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#4403933 - 02/07/18 12:25 AM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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Let us know how it works.
I don't have a problem currently (that I am aware of anyway) but am not afraid to give something a try.

And a +1 on SweetFX. I don't, anymore, use any of the color adjustments but use it for contrast (IIRC called "Sharpening" in SweetFX) as it brings out the details to me. Grain in wood, texture in leather, etc.

#4403948 - 02/07/18 02:33 AM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: DukeIronHand]  
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Originally Posted by DukeIronHand
Let us know how it works.
I don't have a problem currently (that I am aware of anyway) but am not afraid to give something a try.

And a +1 on SweetFX. I don't, anymore, use any of the color adjustments but use it for contrast (IIRC called "Sharpening" in SweetFX) as it brings out the details to me. Grain in wood, texture in leather, etc.



Duke..I really like it, it does certainly seem to increase the size of the dot mate,on a clear day it definitely increased the chances of me seeing the enemy quicker (and i have pretty good eyesight) without me squinting at my monitor.
Only 2 missions flown but yeah il certainly be sticking with this one pal. Yep love Sweetfx infact i use it or Reshade in the majority of my games. cheers


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Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
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#4403949 - 02/07/18 02:34 AM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Robert_Wiggins]  
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Originally Posted by Robert_Wiggins
Originally Posted by Adger
Originally Posted by Robert_Wiggins
I could recommend a good magnifying glass! biggrin

Seriously, I will check my resource files when I get home. I may be able to help.


Haha I hope I don't need one just yet Robert biggrin

Thanks pal,much appreciated


Adger, try the mod I set up for you. It has a black dot slightly increased in size. let me know if it's adequate for you. If not I can rework it. It's accessible from my dropbox below:

click to download


Robert..again you are the man,i will certainly be sticking with this one. I almost didn,t post regarding the "dot size" im glad i did. Thank you once again. I backed up my original file and used JSGME to install your UI XML file..works like a charm,its brilliant for what i need thumbsup


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#4403952 - 02/07/18 03:27 AM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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Adger

I'm happy that you are happy.
Enjoy the mod.

Cheers mate


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#4404286 - 02/08/18 11:50 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Robert_Wiggins]  
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Originally Posted by Robert_Wiggins


Adger, try the mod I set up for you. It has a black dot slightly increased in size. let me know if it's adequate for you. If not I can rework it. It's accessible from my dropbox below:

click to download


The file seems to have disappeared from the link but I would sure like to try it if it can be re-posted, Robert. I too have always wanted the dots to be a bit bigger to extend spotting distance a bit.

Cheers!

#4404295 - 02/09/18 12:58 AM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: 77_Scout]  
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Originally Posted by 77_Scout
Originally Posted by Robert_Wiggins


Adger, try the mod I set up for you. It has a black dot slightly increased in size. let me know if it's adequate for you. If not I can rework it. It's accessible from my dropbox below:

click to download


The file seems to have disappeared from the link but I would sure like to try it if it can be re-posted, Robert. I too have always wanted the dots to be a bit bigger to extend spotting distance a bit.

Cheers!



I will repost it. It should be there tomorrow at the same link


(System_Specs)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper
PSU: Ultra X3,1000-Watt
MB: Asus Maximus VI Extreme
Mem: Corsair Vengeance (2x 8GB), PC3-12800, DDR3-1600MHz, Unbuffered
CPU: Intel i7-4770K, OC to 4.427Ghz
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Seidon 240M Liquid CPU Cooler
Vid Card: ASUS GTX 980Ti STRIX 6GB
OS and Games on separate: Samsung 840 Series 250GB SSD
Monitor: Primary ASUS PG27AQ 4k; Secondary Samsung SyncMaster BX2450L
Periphs: MS Sidewinder FFB2 Pro, TrackIR 4

#4404387 - 02/09/18 04:53 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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Thanks Robert, got it!! Much appreciated.

#4404404 - 02/09/18 06:44 PM Re: Increase dot size? [Re: Adger]  
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Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper
PSU: Ultra X3,1000-Watt
MB: Asus Maximus VI Extreme
Mem: Corsair Vengeance (2x 8GB), PC3-12800, DDR3-1600MHz, Unbuffered
CPU: Intel i7-4770K, OC to 4.427Ghz
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Seidon 240M Liquid CPU Cooler
Vid Card: ASUS GTX 980Ti STRIX 6GB
OS and Games on separate: Samsung 840 Series 250GB SSD
Monitor: Primary ASUS PG27AQ 4k; Secondary Samsung SyncMaster BX2450L
Periphs: MS Sidewinder FFB2 Pro, TrackIR 4


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