SimAVIO version 2.0.269 is now available to support the ILS approaches. If you are purchasing the ILS upgrade,
you will need SimAVIO version 2.0.269 or later to properly read the new data files.
ATTENTION: SimAVIO version 2.0.171 is now available. Upgrades are free
for 12 months after purchase. See upgrade instructions below. If you
upgrade SimAVIO, you must also upgrade your add-on panels. Old panels are
not guaranteed to work with the new version of SimAVIO. Also, an old
version of SimAVIO may not work correctly with the new panels.
SimAVIO version 2.0.161 bug report: Sounds were inoperable. Please
download the latest version of SimAVIO to repair this problem.
SimAVIO version 2.0.171 is now available for
current and new users.
New enhancements for 2.0.171 include:
- New product launch of the Cirrus
Perspective G3.
- Fix bug where sounds would not working.
2.0.171 allows warning tones and Garmin G1000 aural alerts
to operate again.
- Product updates to all Garmin G1000
products such as Cessna, Beech and Diamond.
- Correct Corvalis engine presentation on
the G1000
- Correct presentation of the AHRS failure
on the G1000
- Correct Alerts presentation and removal
of irrelevant alerts on the G1000
- Removed terrain warning alerts while on
an ILS approach
- Correct OBS presentation on the G1000.
- Corrected a power glitch when moving
X-Plane aircraft position causing SimAVIO power to recycle.
For current users, send us a request by email
with the name of the products, the purchase date, and your
receipt number. We will respond with a link to download
the latest version.
Remember to upgrade both the
X-Plane plugin AND SimAVIO. (VERY IMPORTANT!)
FlyThisSim Forums on X-Plane.org
X-Plane.org was kind enough to host a forum for FlyThisSim. Please go
to our
forums to post a question or problem. You can also search the
forum to see if others have all ready reported the same problem as yours.
 You
can also follow us on Twitter and/or receive emails for updates, promotions,
call for beta testers, and new product releases.
Network Configuration Options
There are three basic configurations when using SimAVIO. It
can run on the same computer as X-Plane (Option A), or on a separate
dedicated computer. (Options B and C).
Click
HERE to see a diagram of the network options.
SimAVIO and X-Plane on 1 monitor
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to get SimAVIO to "look like" it is running inside X-Plane. In fact,
SimAVIO is just a borderless window with a transparent background that
overlays ON TOP of the X-Plane visual. We also stress the importance of
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Panel Builder Tutorial (new!)
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how to properly uninstall your current version of SimAVIO, and guides
you through the process of installing version 1.1.1587. The tutorial
includes installation of your X-Plane aircraft and the FTS/X-Plane
interface setup. Finally, you will see how to unlock/register SimAVIO,
and launch/load a panel while communicating with X-Plane. |
This video tutorial from Carl shows you how to open, edit and create new
instrument panel layouts. He will also demonstrate new features in the
Graphical User Interface like sound, keyboard assignments, and button
preferences. You must upgrade to version 1.1.1587 or newer to enable
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Request an upgrade
- Upgrades are available for FREE upon request for the first
year after your original purchase date. FTS is constantly improving our
software, as we find bugs and enhance the functionality.
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- If you receive notifications that upgrades are available,
return to the email with the download link that was provided to you when you
first purchased. These links are updated with the latest files. If you lost
your email, send a request to
support@flythissim.com for a replacement email.
Reissuing a license, or moving your software license to a
new computer
- The software activation and licensing process uses your
computer's MAC address to identify your computer. FTS products cannot be
activated on more than one computer with a single license. There may be cases
where a customer must move their FTS license to a different machine.
Alternately, there may be a case where a license is removed from the current
machine and the key code is lost. In these circumstances, FTS needs to issue
you a new activation code. Please read our
documentation for
instructions on how to remove the license off your old computer, then email FTS
support to request a new activation code.
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- Operating system to run
SimAVIO: Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7
- Operating system to run
X-Plane on a separate computer: Macintosh or Windows
- Memory: 1GB of RAM (2GB
preferred when running X-Plane and SimAVIO on the same computer.
- Processor: Dual Core CPU
(preferred when running X-Plane and SimAVIO on the same computer.
- A dedicated graphics card
supporting Accelerated OpenGL 2.0 (or greater).
- Ethernet card or wireless
adapter.
- A connection to at lease
your LOCAL network. A connection to the internet is not required.
- Required hard drive
storage: 250MB
- For the FTS1000 and Avidyne Entegra, we suggest the
RECOMMENDED Windows Experience Index (W.E.I.) , not the MINIMUM W.E.I.
- Recommended: A second widescreen monitor for SimAVIO;
high resolution widescreen at 1080p vertical (or better).
 MINIMUM
Windows Experience Index
- Processor: 5.0
- Memory (RAM): 4.8
- Gaming graphics: 5.0
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Only Windows Vista and 7 O.S. will display a W.E.I. value.
Contact FTS if you are not sure if your hardware will meet the min system
requirement. NOTE: Due to the graphic memory intensive
nature of SimAVIO, it may be the only application capable of running on your PC.
In some cases, even though your computer meets the minimum PC requirements, the
simulator may not function properly. This is due to the unique configuration of
each computer and the extra processes and procedures that are utilized by that
computer.
Documentation
This SimAVIO operations manual is needed to guide you through the installation,
and detailed operating procedures.
A troubleshooting section provides suggestions if you are having difficulty
getting SimAVIO and X-Plane to communicate.
SimAVIO Instruction
Manual
Guide to building a simulator
We understand that everyone has their own preferences on what they want their
simulator to look like. With SimAVIO panels, we provide new
opportunities to configure your cockpit. In this article, we
recommend the most practical cockpit configuration that leverages the advantages
of SimAVIO, while having good control on your costs. We list the
recommended computer hardware, control hardware, monitor size/resolution, desk
dimensions, and details on configuring multiple monitors in Windows and X-Plane.
This guide is free and can be downloaded from our website. Enjoy the
reading!
DOWNLOAD AND VIEW THIS GUIDE TO BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMULATOR
View our Customer Gallery where we
showcase the cockpits using SimAVIO.
Instrument Builder operations manual is needed when you purchase this
software. It provides examples for building individual
instruments, or when assembling a panel of instruments. The appendix
defines the sprites (tools) used to animate objects in AC3D.
Instrument Builder
Instruction Manual
How to Report a Bug
Send an email to
support@flythissim.com with the following information:
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What exactly is not working.
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Your Operating System
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Your version of X-Plane and version of SimAVIO
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The following attachments:
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Your CPU type, speed, memory and specialty graphics card
(if installed). If running Vista or 7, include your Performance Index
for CPU, graphics, and memory.
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If this is a network problem, please include your network
configuration: how many computers? what is their network IP? did you pass
the Interface test? (on the splash screen), do you see a flashing green box?
(on the information control window)
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Any other details that may be helpful: Has it ever
worked for you before? What has changed? What were you doing
when the problem or crash occurred. Can you narrow down the conditions
that lead up to the crash or problem?
Release notes from older versions of SimAVIO
New enhancements for 1.1.1204 include:
- For all G1000 panels:
- Audio alerts were not working.
Fixed in this release.
- For the Piper Avidyne and Cirrus
Avidyne
- Save flight plans on the FTS430
(Flight plan catalog, FPL page 2 is now fully
functional)
- Twin FTS430’s in the radio stack
includes cross-fill of the flight plan
New enhancements for 1.1.1200 include:
New enhancements for 1.1.1014 include:
- Initial release of the FTS430 WAAS
(Garmin GNS430W simulation)
- Initial release of the Avidyne Entegra
for Cirrus and Piper to retail customers
- Incorporation of the FTS430W to all
analog panels in the FTS fleet
- Initial release of PCATD analog and
Avidyne panels
- Initial release of the S-TEC 55X
autopilot
- Initial release of the Cessna Citation
AATD and PCATD panels
- Initial release of the Honeywell EFIS
40/50 electronic displays for Turbine and Jet aircraft
Contact Information
Forums
Support and
Discussion
Twitter
Electronic mail
- Sales:
sales@flythissim.com
Customer Support:
support@flythissim.com
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