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Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.5.25.0: V35B and P3Dv4 Spitfire and P-40
Posted: 24 May 2019, 17:07
by Nick - A2A
Updated 24 May 2019:
Accu-Sim Bonanza 35
Version 19.5.24.0 Changes
- Added choice of default GPS gauge to Aircraft Configurator (P3D version). The legacy fs9gps gauge is the recommended option; the p3dgps gauge includes some additional features but appears to be a work-in-progress.
- Added gauge tap physics for fuel gauge.
- Improved physics to simulate differing load on gear and flap motors resulting from air resistance and gravity.
- Increased electrical current from landing and taxi light operation.
- Replaced the 2000 fpm VSI with a 4000 fpm VSI which is more commonplace in V35Bs.
- Improved placement of HSI glideslope needle when below glideslope with needle parked.
- Improved nose strut animation to reduce tyre sink under braking.
- Improved synchronization of Accu-Sim engine thrust with host simulator.
- Improved auto cold-and-dark behaviour to reset engine temperatures to ambient conditions.
- Removed gauge tap action being triggered by mouse wheel.
- Fixed GNS 400 'in'/'out' tooltips.
- Fixed textures on rear cabin wall of external model (FSX).
- Fixed non-clickable touchscreen for single GTN 750 (FSX).
Note: the update to the Bonanza VSI means that if you use the no-mipmaps texture pack you'll need to re-download it from the store.
Accu-Sim Spitfire I & II
Version 19.5.24.0 Changes
- Added enhanced rainfall sound effects.
- Adjusted contact points in aircraft.cfg file to reduce likelihood of crash detection on aircraft load.
- Improved synchronization of Accu-Sim engine thrust with host simulator.
- Improved auto cold-and-dark behaviour to reset engine temperatures to ambient conditions.
Accu-Sim P-40 Warhawk
Version 19.5.24.0 Changes
- Fixed altimeter Kollsman window reading when set to 30.40 inHg.
- Added left and right mouse click actions to magneto knob.
- Removed sound effect if mapped hardware operates the aileron trim switch not fitted to P-40 AVG and Tomahawk IIB models.
- Improved synchronization of Accu-Sim engine thrust with host simulator.
- Improved auto cold-and-dark behaviour to reset engine temperatures to ambient conditions.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.6.22.0: P3Dv4 Cherokee
Posted: 22 Jun 2019, 16:50
by Nick - A2A
Updated 22 June 2019:
Accu-Sim Cherokee 180
Version 19.6.22.0 Changes
- Reduced susceptibility to prop strike when taxying downhill.
- Fixed artefact briefly appearing on windshield when glass fogging starts.
- Improved synchronization of Accu-Sim engine thrust with host simulator.
- Improved auto cold-and-dark behaviour to reset engine temperatures to ambient conditions.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.10.20.0: P3Dv4 Spitfire
Posted: 20 Oct 2019, 13:12
by Nick - A2A
Updated 20 October 2019:
Accu-Sim Spitfire I & II
Version 19.10.20.0 Changes
- Fixed bug causing 'pulsating' effect at high power settings with low airspeed.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.11.1.0: P3Dv4 T-6 and Connie
Posted: 01 Nov 2019, 10:22
by Nick - A2A
Updated 1 Nov 2019:
Accu-Sim L-049 Constellation 'Captain of the Ship'
Version 19.10.31.0 Changes
- Yokes can now be hidden by clicking them.
- Fixed mouse drag action on carb air levers.
Accu-Sim T-6 Texan
Version 19.11.1.0 Changes
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle, prop and carb heat levers.
- Fixed third-party GPS deflection of CDI on VOR indicator gauge.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.11.9.0: P3Dv4 Comanche
Posted: 09 Nov 2019, 10:18
by Nick - A2A
Updated 9th Nov 2019:
Accu-Sim Comanche 250
Version 19.11.9.0 Changes
- Added VR support for 2-D panel windows.
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle, prop and carb heat levers.
- Fixed glideslope needle 'off' position on HSI.
- Improved auto cold-and-dark behaviour to reset engine temperatures to ambient conditions.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.11.25.0: P3Dv4 Cherokee
Posted: 25 Nov 2019, 15:33
by Nick - A2A
Updated 25th Nov 2019:
Accu-Sim Cherokee 180
Version 19.11.25.0 Changes
- Added function to autotune ADF frequencies ending in .5 KHz.
- Added VR support for 2-D panel windows.
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle, prop and carb heat levers.
- Improved auto cold-and-dark behaviour to reset engine temperatures to ambient conditions.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.12.15.0: P3Dv4 C172
Posted: 15 Dec 2019, 06:42
by Nick - A2A
Updated 15th December 2019:
Accu-Sim C172 Trainer
Version 19.12.15.0 Changes
- Added physically based rendering (PRB). Note that version 4.4 or later of Prepar3D is required to use this update.
- Added dynamic illumination of virtual cockpit.
- Improved instrument backlighting.
- Added VR support for 2-D panel windows.
- Added Aircraft Configurator support for RealityXP GTN 750/650.
- Improved support for RealityXP and Flight1 GNS 530/430 (e.g. animated bezel buttons, improved backlighting).
- Added backlight to Davtron M803 chronometer.
- Added choice of default GPS gauge to Aircraft Configurator (P3D version). The legacy fs9gps gauge is the recommended option; the p3dgps gauge includes some additional features but appears to be a work-in-progress.
- Added function to autotune ADF frequencies ending in .5 KHz.
- Added option to Aircraft Configurator to enlarge 2-D panels if using high display resolution such as 4K.
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle lever.
- Added new livery (N346CP).
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.12.22.0: P3Dv4 C172
Posted: 22 Dec 2019, 06:32
by Nick - A2A
Updated 22nd December 2019:
Accu-Sim C172 Trainer
Version 19.12.22.1 Changes
- Fixed cockpit floodlight switching.
Version 19.12.22.0 Changes
- Added optimised glareshield lighting mode via aircraft configurator for supersampling antialiasing (SSAA) users.
- Restored gauge backlighting during day time.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 19.12.27.0: P3Dv4 C172
Posted: 27 Dec 2019, 11:18
by Nick - A2A
Updated 27th December:
Accu-Sim C172 Trainer
Version 19.12.27.0 Changes
- Restored PBR cockpit model. (A fix for the fix for the update - sorry for the inconvenience everyone!)
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 20.2.3.0: P3Dv4 J-3 Cub
Posted: 03 Feb 2020, 14:30
by Nick - A2A
Updated 3rd February 2020:
Accu-Sim J-3 Cub
Version 20.2.3.0 Changes
- Improved performance of Accu-Sim sound playback.
- Added auto cold and dark function.
- Cold start now resets engine oil temperature.
- Cold start now turns off fuel valve and carb heat levers.
- Tuned engine idle.
- Oil temperature less sensitive to outside air temperature.
- Tuned effect of sunshine and cabin heater on cabin temperature.
- Engine warms up slightly faster (based on timed tests on the real J-3).
- Improved the appearance and efficiency of visual effects.
- Improved prop animation during hand start.
- Restored gauge glass reflections.
- Resized 'overhaul' button on 2-D maintenance hangar panel.
- Improved various other aspects of 2-D panels.
- Added missing ambient occlusion material setting to engine texture.
- Disabled all avionics in aircraft.cfg except COM1 radio.
Note: thanks to A2A community member 'Hook' for helpful suggestions and testing.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 20.2.14.0: P3Dv4 Bonanza 35
Posted: 14 Feb 2020, 12:03
by Nick - A2A
Updated 14th February 2020:
Accu-Sim Bonanza 35
Version 20.2.14.0 Changes
- Fixed bug preventing gauges from being fixed using hangar click-spots under certain conditions.
- Fixed stall warning horn requiring too high a voltage to operate.
- Fixed CHT reading slightly differently based on electrical current.
- Improved effectiveness of headset in reducing engine noise.
- Added function to autotune ADF frequencies ending in .5 KHz.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 20.2.16.0: P3Dv4 and FSX Bonanza 35
Posted: 16 Feb 2020, 09:39
by Nick - A2A
Updated 16th February 2020:
Accu-Sim Bonanza 35
Version 20.2.16.0 Changes
- Fixed bug causing engine to quit while idling.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 20.2.22.0: P3Dv4 C182T and Cherokee 180
Posted: 22 Feb 2020, 14:01
by Nick - A2A
Updated 22 February 2020:
Accu-Sim C182 Skylane
Version 20.2.22.0 Changes
- Added function to autotune ADF frequencies ending in .5 KHz.
- Fixed engine hours not being zeroed by complete overhaul.
Accu-Sim Cherokee 180
Version 20.2.22.0 Changes
- Reduced strobe light spill inwards onto wings.
- Fixed engine hours not being zeroed by complete overhaul.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 20.3.4.0: P3Dv4 T-6 Texan
Posted: 04 Mar 2020, 14:37
by Nick - A2A
Updated 4 March 2020:
Accu-Sim T-6 Texan
Version 20.3.4.0 Changes
- Fixed bug causing black screen on loading aircraft for some users.
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle, prop and carb heat levers.
- Added VR support for 2-D panel windows.
Re: New Accu-Sim Update 20.3.10.0: P3Dv4 P-51 Military and Civilian
Posted: 10 Mar 2020, 05:36
by Nick - A2A
Updated 10 March 2020:
Accu-Sim P-51 Civilian
Version 20.3.10.0 Changes
- Added VR support for 2-D panel windows.
- Davtron M303 digital temperature gauge operates with just the battery on.
- COM and NAV enabled for third party GPS units without turning on the default radios.
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle, prop and carb heat levers.
Accu-Sim P-51 Mustang (Military Version)
Version 20.3.10.0 Changes
- Added VR support for 2-D panel windows.
- Fixed mouse drag action on throttle, prop and carb heat levers.