Just a quick hello. I have been a user of msfs since fs4 and changed to x plane on v9. Now enjoying V10 with Javier Rollon's amazing CRJ simulation. Decided to embark on a project to partially simulate the Captain's half of the CRJ flightdeck, using 5 ipads. The choice for this, although not 100% accurate allows me to 'fly' my panel from the very beginning and add functionality as funds and time become available. I have these up and running for the PFD, Eicas etc.
ipad 1 - pfd using airtrack app
ipad 2 - efis map modes using airtrack
ipad 3 - engine and thrust displays using x plane efis app
ipad 4 - Air Navigation PRO app
ipad 5 - FMC using Remote CDU from X plane CRJ
For panels I'm using a combination of real CRJ panels and Hispapanels CRJ range. The beauty of the ipads and airtrack is that i can switch displays quickly between radios, autopilot, and flight data without needing a mouse or keyboard. Essential for me. My biggest problem at this stage is restraint. I WILL only simulate a part of the cockpit...I hope.
Display is currently on 55" led display, but have a couple of projectors which at some point in the build will be used.
Cockpit plans have been scaled up, a garage full of parts and mdf, general aviation mockup made to test ipad operations and i'm just about ready to start.
If anyone has any CRJ panels/ parts they are prepared to sell I am of course interested. So, a Mac based, x plane driven simulator CRJ200 on its way. Will update on progress.
All the best
Andy