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@Filippo: the FMGS can use two navdata sets: one current and one for the last cycle. The pilots can chose which dataset to use (in case of errors or in other situations).
If you want to be true to life, you can chose (when importing a new set) to use the previous number as a number 2, or to use only the new as number 1 and number 2.
@papelin: the CG is usually around 25%. I suggest you search the web for the FCOM, it has everything you need to know ;)
JL
thx for the explanation jl!
that makes a LOT of sense.
regards
fil
Hi JH,
can you give me another solution? I have time and when you needs time - is OK !
Or is this a problem for you do not understand.
I would like to wait for a response from you.
As a last resort I will install my computer.
But this will not solve the problem, because I had the same problem on a second computer.
Can I create an trace/logging during the installation ?
I just do'nt understand how could the other people upload the navigation data in your database and have not the problem.
greetings Andreas
Hi Andreas,
Sorry I haven't had the time to look into your issue since then.
Can you describe more precisely how you try to import the navdata? Please detail each step.
As you said, you're the only user who seem to have this kind of issues, so I really think there is an issue in the actions you take rather than in the software (including your windows installation).
Regards,
JL
Hi JH,
i have create a pdf with the steps of the FMGS installation.
How can i send you this pdf ? its 654 KB
Andreas
"jeehell" at "jeehell.org" without the quotes and at being @.
JL
hi Jl,
in my test i use always no external weather programs and wind calm in FS. i was checking autopilot behaviour and noticed that in HDG select if u input a new HDG the autopilot turns then overshoot a bit the selected heading then turns in the opposite direction a little bit to pick and follow the new HDG.
do u plan to fine tune this autopilot behaviour? or not in your todo list?
regards
fil
Hi,
I plan to correct his kind of behaviour, but I have a lot of things going on now, so I do not know when it will be corrected.
Regards,
JL
thanks a lot JL...always kind and quick!
if u don't mind i'll keep u updated with my tests and questions :-)
all the best
fil
Hi Jeehell
Fast question, I have loaded the navigation database in server computer and the dedicated one for ND. When I set the Terr ON ND function on ground I got a white blackground in ND while I should be seeing the surrounding terrain by levels.
Any suggestion?
Best regards
Adonis
Hi,
The terrain database is not linked to the navigation database. Please look into the manual for information on the TERR ON ND feature.
Regards,
JL
Hi,
The terrain database is not linked to the navigation database. Please look into the manual for information on the TERR ON ND feature.
Regards,
JL
Hi jeehellQuote:
Originally Posted by jeehell
Sorry my mistake, I was refering to the Terrain Database.
I will make the check and let you know.
Best regards
Adonis
If you installed the terrain data correctly, a blank display probably means you're out of memory on your computer (this is a very intensive feature).
Regards,
JL
hi JL,
experienced something strange today performing an ils approach rwy 16R at LIRF. got the new free scenery of LIRF which has the correct new frequency of 109.75 for the ILS 16 R.
i got the latest navigraph airacs which have the correct new ils freq (checked in the lirf.txt file).
when selecting the ils approach from the destination page the ils 16 R shows the correct new frequency.
the problem is in the NAV RAD page: the ils shows the old freq (110.3) and course. where does this information come from?
if i manually enter in the ils field the new freq it is accepted and the identifier shown is correct but the course field is empty and can't be manually filled.
so the ils can be performed only with the old freq.
what u think about this??
regards
filippo
Hi Filippo and all people reading this post,
I am completely aware of big issues with the navigation data. For those who have been following my software for some time, I always answered to this kind of questions that in the future I would look into possible solutions to make sure it works better.
I'm happy to say this time has probably came now. I have been discussing with navdata providers for some time now. As you know, there are 2 of them: Navigraph and, since a few months ago, Aerosoft (with their so called Navdata pro).
I am sorry to say that Navigraph does not want to help addon developpers. They provide navigation databases for the main addons out there, in file formats either encrypted, or very hard to decipher, or in a readable format but incomplete, or at least not complete enough for my needs. They also refused to give me documentation on already existing formats, and they clearly said that they would not develop new formats for me (probably a too small user base).
On the other hand, Aerosoft agreed directly to create a file format tailored to my needs. Their developper is working on it as we speak, and I on my side am working to add the new features as well.
So this means:
- there will not be any new versions until I finish (at least basic features) the conversion to the new navdata format (this is a huge job)
- I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU DO NOT RENEW ANY MEMBERSHIP/BUY ANY LONG TERM CREDITS FROM NAVIGRAPH. I hope to have finished by the end of the month (and hopefully Aerosoft will provide the sets by then as well).
- Aerosoft provides LevelD formats, I never tried hem with my software, and so I do not know how they behave. But if you feel adventurous and want to move over to Aerosoft right now...
The new navdata features will be:
- consistent and up to date navaids, fixes, procedures, awys, etc... with one single source.
- Support for all ARINC 424 legs, as per the real ARINC specifications (I bought the real specs document).
I know some of you probably do no like Aerosoft, and their navdata product (pricing is a bit higher). However please consider this is currently the only alternative to get a decent navigation database. Maybe this will force Navigraph to make sets for me, but I feel they are not really into development anymore.
Best regards,
JL
hi jl,
nice to hear about this HUGE work u're into!! all my (our) best wishes!
about the "choice" it's a pity from my pov to leave navigraph: last year i started buying and using aerosoft navdata (i like their LIDO source) in my 737 cockpit...just the day after i discovered that aerosoft navdata include only pricedures with straight in minima; this means a lot of my best circling procedures (and i mean published procedures: vor A 33 @ lira; vor rwy 33 @ licr; vor app and circling rwy 05 @ madeira...to name a few) are not included in their airacs. they must be hand built each time in the mcdu.
silly from navigraph side not to listen to your request!!!!!
just a pity for the missing procedures when using navdatapro...but from this community pov long life to aerosoft :-)
all the best
fil
JL,
Nice to hear about these plans, especially about the ARINC protocol. Does that mean, that you will also get rid off the x-plane dataset for the ILS data. I just wonder as I already started to think in details about a VBA GUI to ajust the issue wrt ILS runway offsets in some cases. I assume the LOC/GS data will then be used from your new source only, right? Same with runways names and frequencies... As you know this sometimes lead to some issues in the MCDU when the "old" 2 sources (xplane nav and navigraph) did not match.
Thumbs up! So I assume the next step will be a rework of FPLN construction, maybe with dynamic turn radius according to speeds? And maybe a try to tweak the ND performance abit further? My impression is that the current ND is really CPU hungry.
Looking forward!
Thanks alot and best regards to you!
Robert
Hi Rob,
Yes this will make sure there is a unified and up to date database. No more discrepancies between ILS freq on APP and in RAD NAV, etc...
However, this will NOT completely sort the ILS/RWY alignment. I will then provide a way to fix that, but first we'll have to see how far we are from correct position on concerned RWYs.
There already is a dynamic turn radius on the ND, though not perfect. But yes the new database will help enhance greatly the ND representation. As for performance, it will not be directly linked, but the ND will undergo major surgery anyway, so if I can improve performance, I will of course...
Regards,
JL
Hi JH
I have some problems with the landing config. In B30 the speed does not reduce when i set the flaps. In B29 it works finaly.
I hope, you have some ideas for my.
Regards Beret
Hi
Do you use the keyboard shortcuts for the flaps?
JL
Yes, i use f6 and f7 for the flaps.
on the ewd i see thats the flaps moving.
Edit: I have change the controls to the joystick and now it works great.
Hi JL,
currently I have PC1 where JL server runs on, and PC2 where all other JL modules are running (incl. OVHD, Sound etc.) which works fine.
As I introduced a third PC now (having Radar Contact, Flight Keeper etc.), my plan was to move the JL Sound module on this PC3. I installed only the sound module on PC3 using the JL installer, added the server IP there and also set the sound module to NO in starter.ini of PC2.
The sound module on PC3 does connect to the server, but it does not play any sound. Is there anything I missed?
Thanks
Stefan
Hi
@Beret: Ok great the joystick switches solved your issue. I know this is not a great solution, but I had several issues maintaining the FS shortcuts... I'll look for a way to make keyboard keys work later (after current work on navdata).
@Stefan: you do not run the sound module on the server PC at the same time as the one on PC3?
Last time I checked sounds worked on a remote computer, I'll check that when I have the time to do so.
JL
Hi JL,Quote:
Originally Posted by jeehell
no, it's not running on server, and it was running fine on PC2 which is also a remote one. I will double check and maybe reinstall on PC3.
Thanks
Stefan
hi JL,
noticed today 2 details in your fmgs and wanted to ask your opinion about them:
1) if choosing conf 3 (not full) from mcdu app page the ecam memo still ask me for flaps full...if i select flaps 3 the ecam memo is still blue...did i experience this?
2) after landing i wanted to try just some circuits for training but noticed that if after completing a flight i keep engines running and try to program again the mcdu...the init B page of course is not available due to eng running....the zfw and zfw cg can be entered in the fuel pred page (totally correct) but there's no way to get F, S and O speed displayed since their values stay blanked in the mcdu.
is this the correct behaviour?? couldn't find reference for this in the FCOM because not entirely read :-) i mean if i just want to do some training after a flight do i have to shut engines to have a complete programmed mcdu?
all the best
fil
Hi Fil,
1) Did you try the LDG CONF 3 button on the OVHD panel?
2) If you want to play with the MCDU, it is best to do it with engines off and EXT PWR ON.
There are ways to reprogram the MCDU with engines running but this is not the correct way to do it.
Regards,
JL
ouch!!!!! the landing conf 3 on the overhead!!!!! ok...feel free to call me stupid :-)
...i'm still a boeing man...have a lot to learn
sorry jl...
about mcdu: of course what i was talking about is just a training related thing...i was just guessing if when training in the sim pilots need to shut engines of before reprigramming the cdu.
anyway i'll investigate about this next time i'll go to alitalia training center :-) now trying to have the opportunity to ride one of their 320 sim
thanks a lot jl
fil
Hi JL,
I noticed something which I dont really understand. If you turn off all FLT computers all protections are gone and you are in direct mode. So there is shouldnt be any FBW, correct? No roll limit, no auto pitch, no auto rudder ... nothing. Pretty much like clicking "disable FBW" in your software? (Except that this really cuts off my joystick inputs)
I wonder because if you bank to lets say 70deg the elevator starts pumping up and down in direct mode. Same as in "normal" FBW mode (which is probably also not 100% the real deal but understandable due to your control laws in these "extreme" roll angles. But I thought you do provide direct input when all FLT comps are OFF. So where is the elevator pumping coming from?
Nothing to worry but I would like to know/understand :)
And I really tried to reproduce an error. Sometimes I manage that I cant get managed mode after takeoff. I guess this has something to do with the order of entering SID, waypoints and STAR and weather you delete anything in between or you use the TEMP mode... I didnt figured it out, yet. Can anybody confirm this strange behaviour?
YES... Flex temp, Vee's etc is set correctly.
It has to do with "HOW" you enter your F-PLAN on the FPLN page... any idea or confirmation from anybody?
Looking forward!
Regards,
Robert
Hi Rob,
Are you sure you are in Direct Law and not Alternate LAw? in alternate law, there is still a gload law on the elevator.
As for managed mode after takeoff, I can only guess that for some reason the acft does not go in takeof mode but stays in preflight mode. Why, usually it has to do with the THR LVR not in FLX or TOGA?
JL
Hi,
maybe the "MAN PITCH TRIM" gave me the idea?? But you do know this pumping effect in pitch in normal mode at high banks?
For the other issue: no, this is something different. When I can reproduce it, I will drop you a line. Maybe somebody else can confirm it. I am 99% sure that this has to do with the FPLN page.
Regards,
Rob
MAN PITCH TRIM does indeed mean you are in direct law. It should be direct stick to elevator control in that case. I'll try to see if I can find a bug there.
REgards,
JL
Hi, i also have many times this problem.Quote:
Originally Posted by AirFan
I'm sure I programmed the mcdu well, but i can't activate the Managed Mode , so i have to fly in Open (HDG,SPD,ALT,VS) untill the T/D point...after this i can activate the managed and all is ok.
Why ?
Hi
I do not know. I never experience this issue. I am quite sure there is a problem on the user side in those cases...
JL
Quote:
Originally Posted by jeehell
i do this steps :
1. I programmed the INIT PAGE 1 and 2 , except FINAL Reserve (i leave default value)
2. I programmed the FPLN page and i remove all Discontinuitiy lines (i also inserted the approach)
3. I programmed the PERF T/O Page, with V1,V2,VR - FLEX TEMP - ALT TL and FLAPS
Can it due to the weight ?
Can it due to the flightplan (but i see correct plan into ND) ?
Can it due to the Perf (velocities) ?
When i takeoff, i correctly see TO INIBHIT , the engines go in FLEX or TOGA but ATHR was not active...
Check on the PFD you see from left to right on the FMA:
-MAN TOGA or MAN FLX XX° in white
-SRS in green and CLB in blue
-RWY in green and NAV in blue
-blank column
-ATHR in blue and 1FD- or 1FD2 in white
Also, do not change the vertical modes until you reach the aircraft ACC ALT.
JL
Ok , i will report you asap with a screenshot ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by jeehell
to add something...even if maybe not the cause of this issue: it's a good procedure (as reported on the fcom and on all the airbus guides i read) to complete init A page...then f-plan page and AFTER THAT complete the init b page.
regards
fil
it's a good point...i'll try it :)Quote:
Originally Posted by filippoporcari
Hi JL,
I got a question regarding landing/flare phase. When in manual flight right about after the "30" callout I sometimes notice a hard not commanded or intended pitch down of the aircraft. Is that desired?
Regards,
Robert