Pit Builders

Recent Posts SimHQ Forums en-us Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:15:46 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=cfrm 5 guod Pit Builders Pit Builders http://simhq.com/forum/images/general/default/rss_icon.gif http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=cfrm HP tablet and simming http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2905715.html#Post2905715 jeroen
on: 59 minutes 42 seconds ago

One use would be as an electronic kneeboard to display maps and other stuff.

What a tablet could offer your cockpit is a touchscreen monitor that can be used to diaplay instruments or things like touchbuddy.
The problem would be that the tablet is a seperate computer so you need some way to connect the sim PC and the tablet and have software that can use this connection.
IIRC there is software that will extend a desktop and display the extra part on a second computer. (but I don't recall it's name

) In that case all software can run on the sim PC.]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:16:04 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2905715.html#Post2905715 Throttle quadrant done & pedals rebuilt... http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2905498.html#Post2905498 Gene Buckle
on: Today at 10:33 AM

Thanks. The screws are holding the skin on.

I'm thinking about building a "single-gang" version of it that uses a specially crafted arm that would take the throttle grip from a Saitek X45.

Yep, I'm working on the elevator trim & flap wheels.

It's mostly complete but I don't have any pictures of it yet.

g.]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:33:24 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2905498.html#Post2905498 Suncom SFS http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2905081.html#Post2905081 Magic Man
on: Yesterday at 01:56 PM

I have an SFS and stick up in the Buy / Sell forum if anyone is tempted...

]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:56:37 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2905081.html#Post2905081 HOTAS Logitech G940 http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2903969.html#Post2903969 JG301_HaJa
on: 11/18/09 11:29 PM

Right,
ordered one g940 myself to replace my worn out CH pedals and X52 setup

Will arrive today probably so this evening I'll spend fiddling with this I think.

The things above have served me well for almost 7(?) years so no wonder they start to get a wee bit worn

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regards]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:29:33 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2903969.html#Post2903969 Great thread on pit building with projectors over at Fighter Ops http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2903651.html#Post2903651 zazoo
on: 11/18/09 12:18 PM

I put a bit of thought into a dome projection system as well (not for any time in the near future--something for a year or more from now). I see that the poster in the above link went from thinking about a dome projection system to a "cylindrical" surround projection system. Here is a half-dome projection system that is already on the market, and puts those concepts outlined by Paul Bourke into use (projector beam reflected off of a half-dome mirror). It costs about $1600 total, but you get cropping of pixels in the periphery:

http://gizmodo.com/5346769/half-dome-screen-wraps-games-and-movies-around-you

http://thinkoutofbox.com/index.html

The TOOB system appears to just use a sectioned fiberglass dome (which I am assuming from the copper-colored gel-coat outer surface of the dome--see the photo section of the TOOB website), which you could find online at sites like Fiberglass Specialties. Theoretically, if the inside of the dome was smoothed out and painted with a projection-compatible paint (to prevent hot-spotting and give adequate contrast), you may be able to build your own from scratch. Of course, with something like this you would be limited by what you can actually get through the doors of your house--and these things are heavy (perhaps an acrylic dome would be lighter--but you may be limited to smaller sizes):

http://www.fiberglassspecialties.com/domesindex.asp

To be honest, I would be more interested in building a vertically-oriented dome projection system using only one projector, like the "Gundam POD" arcade systems in the Far East. However, I am really worried about the issue of image warping. I do not really know if I want to mess around with warping software (like Sol7); perhaps using a spherical/aspheric lens or lens combination from one of the scientific supply companies (like ThorLabs) will provide the warping without an additional software layer, kind of like the lens used in Immersive Display Solution's "Omnifocus" projection system:

http://www.immersivedisplayinc.com/ProjectionSolutions.html

An additional advantage of this is that you would have just one projector to worry about. With this method, it may be possible to create your own "Gundam POD" style simulation cockpit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJ7g-uzHufc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_2gY1csY_s

However, this is all just speculation on my part--I have no idea if it will work--especially the optics of the spherical/aspherical lens. Anyone interested would definitely want to talk to a projection expert first before sinking the cash into this. If somebody wants to take the plunge, though, post your findings and recommendations--it will help out others considering this solution

It would be awesome to combine this with a nVidia 3D-Vision compatible projector.

zazoo]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:18:12 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2903651.html#Post2903651 Please show off your pit. http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2902354.html#Post2902354 wasp1
on: 11/16/09 07:54 PM

Wow some realy nice stuff sence my last visit !!! keep up the good work people !! just an up date pic of my pit .

]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:54:44 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2902354.html#Post2902354 Samsung U70 7" USB monitors http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2902244.html#Post2902244 VTB_Gunner
on: 11/16/09 05:28 PM

Originally Posted By: bofman

Sorry but I think you misunderstood my question. I know the MFDs dont come with programming as yet and they are assigned from within the sim software. What Im asking is
a. Do the monitors come with a disk containing drivers and software which allow you to 'select' screen areas from the primary monitor and transfer that area to the usb monitor or
b. Do you have to use a utility such as MFD Extractor?
Thanks and btw, that pic is awesome!
Bof

I'm sorry bofman, I did misunderstand...the software for the Samsung monitors is a simple driver that gives you options for rotating, color quality, mirror main display, or extend left, right, above or below. If you are using them for actual MFD display, you will need MFD extractor, and I'm not 100% sure that will work with these, but I bet it does.]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:28:10 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2902244.html#Post2902244 Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog coming soon http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2901766.html#Post2901766 Reschke
on: 11/16/09 05:49 AM

If those pictures are indicative of the final product other than in gimbals then count me out on this one. I can do better with my IJ upgraded Cougar and still be happy.]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:49:19 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2901766.html#Post2901766 Saitek X65 http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2900668.html#Post2900668 ijozic
on: 11/14/09 06:56 AM

Originally Posted By: nadal

I'm shocked seeing this news because I bought cougar just few weeks ago, thinking for R1 mod in the near future.
So, if the new saitek stick allows us to move it slightly, the action of it has more realism than R1 mod have?

Ditto here. I bought a Cougar some months ago (the newer vesion with plastic keys, unfortunatelly) and haven't touched it because it felt rather stiff and imprecise to handle without some mods. FS mods seemed perfect for it.

I planned on getting the X65 (vs the 940) as an FF stick because I prefer it's looks and material (Logitech design and plastics and keys seem rather sterile, kinda like CH products which is why I never considered getting those CH sticks). But, now it turns out that the X65 is an FS stick, which would mean I'd get it and the 940 and then some other mod for the Couger (too bad Evenstrain is not available any more) which doesn't make sense (I have the X36 USB in good condition plus the X52 and not much to use even those two

), not to mention the money required for such a feat.

So, maybe an FF mod for the X65 would be the solution?

]]> Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:56:10 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2900668.html#Post2900668 LF: F/A-18 Hornet Throttle handle images http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2900194.html#Post2900194 Ltfransky
on: 11/13/09 09:23 AM

Thanks Sokol, I'm already using that set. I was hoping someone had the rear and top views.]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:23:38 PST http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2900194.html#Post2900194