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Take a look at this blog post about repairing or reinstalling the .NET Framework. http://blogs.msdn.com/b/astebner/archive/2008/03/07/8108332.aspx Here is a youtube link as well showing some steps from that blog: EDIT: Also try running the updater.exe in the Kneeboard Builder program directory to repair any corrupt or missing files in your installation, just in case it is a problem with the program.

Did you upgrade to version 1.3 from 1.2.1 when you started having problems, or was version 1.3 your original installation? Have you tried a fresh download of the most current version? Here is the link: Kneeboard Builder Version 1.4

Do you have .NET 4.5 and Ghostscript installed? Is it showing you any errors when it crashes?

Version 1.4.0.0 Released Version 1.4.0.0 is now available. If you have version 1.2.0.0 or higher installed the update should occur automatically the next time you start Kneeboard Builder. With version 1.4.0.0 you can now insert kneeboard images into existing missions. The kneeboard will be global and visible to all aircraft. I haven't been able to figure out how to do selective kneeboards for each aircraft (if even possible). Backup your missions before inserting a kneeboard just in case something goes wrong. (I have not had any issues yet with .miz files becoming corrupted, but you never know...) 1) From the 'Create Custom Kneeboard' tab, select the kneeboard groups you would like to add your mission(s). 2) Click on the '.miz' button on the lower right side of the window. 3) Select a single mission or multiple missions in the file browser dialog and click 'Open'. 4) Your selected kneeboard groups will be automatically inserted into each selected mission, overwriting any existing kneeboard already in the mission. Tip: If you want to clear a kneeboard from a mission or missions, perform steps 2-3 without selecting any kneeboard groups to add. Version 1.4.0.0 Changelog -added ability to insert a global kneeboard into existing mission(s) (.miz files) -various code optimizations

Version 1.3.0.0 Released Version 1.3.0.0 is now available. If you have version 1.2.0.0 or higher installed the update should occur automatically the next time you start Kneeboard Builder. Version 1.3.0.0 Changelog: -added ability to change the size and position of the kneeboard displayed in DCS (feature available from the Options menu)

Great! Glad you were able to get it fixed.

It looks like your system might have a missing or corrupt system .dll. Try running Microsoft's System Checker Tool by following these instructions: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833

I just released a light weight program that will do all of that for you as well. It can convert the entire 600+ page A-10C manual in less than four minutes. Take a look: http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?p=2164094#post2164094

Version 1.2.1.0 Release Version 1.2.1.0 is now available. If you have version 1.2.0.0 installed the updated should occur automatically the next time you start Kneeboard Builder. (hopefully :)) Version 1.2.1.0 Changelog: -fixed issue of .pdf files with names containing special characters not being imported correctly -fixed issue of Kneeboard Builder not loading due to limited or lost internet connection -updated readme file

Does it still show the progress bar and the page conversion status text? Can you tell me the filepath of the .pdf file you were trying to import, the group name you were trying to use and the version of windows you are using? Thanks for the report.

All custom groups are saved in the '/Kneeboard Builder/Kneeboard Groups' directory wherever you extracted the .zip file to; even those created under the 'Default Kneeboard' option, so they won't be affected by a DCS World update or repair. The 'Default' group under the 'Default Kneeboard' option in the program is only referenced from the 'DCS World/Bazar/Terrain/Kneeboard_orig' folder and is automatically recreated after a DCS World update, repair or reinstallation.

Can you tell me what it is doing? Any errors or anything? Trying deleting the "KneeboardBuilder.exe.config" file and then start the program.

Version 1.2.0.0 Release Version 1.2.0.0 is now available. Version 1.2.0.0 Changelog: -implemented auto update feature at application start -added ability to manually create new groups -added ability to manually import images to groups -added selective reordering of images in groups -added 'select all' button to modify page -added ability to modify default Kneeboard (the kneeboard that shows airport charts by default) -added General DCS World custom kneeboard that will be visible to all aircraft -added option to choose whether to replace an existing group, merge with an existing group or create a new group during .pdf imports -fixed issue of folder explorer not pointing to correct folder in the preferences page -minor bugs fixes and minor GUI tweaks -added readme file Download link in first post has been updated.

Thanks for figuring that out so quick!

Just add a subfolder for each aircraft in the Kneeboard directory. For instance, P-51 would be: "Kneeboard/P-51D/yourimage.bmp" It is important that you use the correct naming scheme for each aircraft. Here is a list of the correct names for the current modules: A-10C A-10A F-15C MiG-29S Su-25 Su-25T Su-27 Su-33 FW-190D9 Ka-50 P-51D TF-51D Uh-1H I am unsure about the correct names for the F-86F and Mi-8MTV2, as I have been unable to get those to work correctly.

Looks like a bug. I will fix it in the next release. Although the folder explorer doesn't point to the right location initially, does it still save your DCS Install folder and Saved Games folder correctly?

Here is a windows application I am working on to make this process easier: http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=129341

Version 1.10 Now Available Version 1.10 is now available. VERSION 1.10 Changelog: -now creates custom kneeboards for individual aircraft -minor bug fixes and tweaks Download link in first post has been updated.

I will be working on improving my program to incorporate what I have learned from this post:

Groups don't have subfolders at this time. It is possible in single player if the aircraft are added in the mission as 'clients'.

WEBSITE: www.dcskneeboardbuilder.com KNEEBOARD BUILDER simplifies the creation of custom kneeboards for DCS World. It automatically converts '.pdf' files to '.png' images and places them in groups that can be used to quickly create custom kneeboards for individual DCS aircraft. It also makes it easy to customize the way the kneeboard is displayed in DCS by providing an interface to easily change the size, position and color scheme of the kneeboard. I am regularly releasing updates and program functionality is subject to change. I would appreciate any feedback. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: - Windows 64 bit - .NET Framework 4.5 or higher .NET Framework 4.5 Download http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=225702 NEW INSTALLATION: 1) Download and extract the Kneeboard Builder.zip to a location of your choice. 2) Open KneeboardBuilder.exe BASIC USAGE: 1) Go to 'Preferences' (Options -> Preferences) and verify that the program is pointing correctly to your DCS installation folder and your saved games folder. 2) In the 'Import PDF" tab drag and drop any .pdf file(s), select an aircraft and type in a group name, ie "F86 Manual", for each file. 3) Click on Begin Import 4) When import is complete, click on the 'Create Custom Kneeboard' tab. 5) Select an aircraft and use the arrows to add the group you created to the 'Custom Kneeboard' for your selected aircraft. You can mix and match the groups as you please 6) Click on the 'Build Custom Kneeboard' button. 7) You are all done! Click on 'View -> Custom Kneeboard Folder' to verify that the images have been placed in the aircraft's kneeboard folder. It is also possible to copy and modify your groups. For example, you could create a 'F86 Checklist' group, click on the 'Modify' button and only include pages that have checklists or create an 'F86 Weapons' group that only includes pages dealing with weapons employment. You can change the custom kneeboard while you are in game as long as you are not actively in an aircraft. INSERTING KNEEBOARD INTO EXISTING MISSIONS: With version 1.4.0.0 you can now insert kneeboard images into existing missions. The kneeboard will be global and visible to all aircraft. I haven't been able to figure out how to do selective kneeboards for each aircraft (if even possible). Backup your missions before inserting a kneeboard just in case something goes wrong. (I have not had any issues yet with .miz files becoming corrupted, but you never know...) 1) From the 'Create Custom Kneeboard' tab, select the kneeboard groups you would like to add your mission(s). 2) Click on the '.miz' button on the lower right side of the window. 3) Select a single mission or multiple missions in the file browser dialog and click 'Open'. 4) Your selected kneeboard groups will be automatically inserted into each selected mission, overwriting any existing kneeboard already in the mission. Tip: If you want to clear a kneeboard from a mission or missions, perform steps 2-3 without selecting any kneeboard groups to add. DYNAMIC KNEEBOARD SYSTEM: The dynamic kneeboard system allows the kneeboard to be built using .lua at DCS runtime (when the kneeboard initially loads) using data from the loaded mission or from an external data source. This means that it is possible for a 3rd party program (like a mission planner) to export data that could then be loaded into a kneeboard when DCS loads a mission. Currently I have developed three dynamic kneeboard pages that you can add to any kneeboard that will dynamically load mission data from the current mission at runtime: 1) Dynamic Mission Briefing: -creates a kneeboard page that contains the current mission weather, description and tasks based on the player's coalition. -converts the weather measurements to metric or US based on the player’s aircraft 2) Dynamic Mission Radios: -creates a kneeboard page that displays all pertinent radio frequencies for the current mission based on the player's coalition and aircraft. -displays all JTAC, Tanker, AWACS and FARP and other flights radio information -displays all preset frequencies for planes with preset radios 3) Dynamic Navigation Beacons: -creates three kneeboard pages that displays all names, frequencys and locations(lat, lon) of all (non-airport) navigation beacons currently in DCS World. The dynamic kneeboard group is located in the 'General DCS World Kneeboard' available groups. 1) Go to the 'Create Custom Kneeboard' tab and select 'General DCS World Kneeboard' in the 'Select Aircraft' drop down box. 2) In the 'Available Groups' section you should see the 'Default Dynamic' group. Click on the 'Default Dynamic' group and click on the right arrow to move it to the 'Groups Selected for Custom Kneeboard' section. 3) Now you can click on the 'Build Custom Kneeboard for General DCS World' to add it to the General Kneeboard and make the dynamic kneeboards visible in all aircraft. Or you can select a specific aircraft with the 'Select Aircraft' drop down box and then click on the 'Build Custom Kneeboard' button to add the dynamic kneeboards only to your selected aircraft's kneeboard. CURRENT DYNAMIC KNEEBOARD LIMITIATIONS: -full functionality is not available for single player missions where the player’s aircraft skill is listed as ‘Client’ in the mission. -there is no scroll bar available in the kneeboards, so missions with long novels for descriptions or tasks will not have enough room to display correctly. (sorry Belsimtek) -my word wrap function is still WIP so situation and task briefing texts may look a bit wonky at times. UltraMFCD SUPPORT Kneeboard Builder currently has limited functionality with UltraMFCD: - Only groups built to the default kneeboard will display in UltraMFCD - UltraMFCD must not be running when building the default kneeboard (Kneeboard Builder will crash). - UltraMFCD cannot display aircraft specific kneeboards - Moving Maps and Dynamic Kneeboards will not work with UltraMFCD (not much can be done about that as they are rendered by DCS) - Size, Position and Color schemes will not modify the UltraMFCD kneeboard TROUBLESHOOTING: Kneeboard Builder won't start after an update has occured: -delete the 'settings.xml' and 'KneeboardBuilder.exe.config' files and try starting it again. You will then need to verify your directory settings in Options -> Preferences. Kneeboard Builder Crashes on Startup: -don't place the Kneeboard Builder folder in the 'Program Files' or 'Program Files (x86)' folders as they require heightened priviledges for certain read/write functions. If you need to keep the Kneeboard Builder folder in Program Files, make sure you run it with Administrator Priviledges, but be aware that doing so will disable the drag and drop .pdf feature (a windows security feature); Cannot drag and drop .pdf for import: -do not run Kneeboard Builder with Administrator Priviledges. This is a windows security feature and not a bug. If you must run it with Adminstrator Priviledges you will need to use the 'manually add' button to import .pdf files. Dynamic Kneeboards not displaying any text or DCS hangs while loading mission: 1) if you are using a version of DCS World earlier than version 1.2.11.3386 -check the 'Use legacy kneeboard components' option in Options->Preferences 2) if you are using DCS World version 1.2.11.3386 or later -uncheck the 'Use legacy kneeboard components' option in Options->Preferences Moving Map kneeboard pages not displaying any text or DCS hangs while loading mission: 1) if you are using a version of DCS World earlier than version 1.2.11.3386 -check the 'Use legacy kneeboard components' option in Options->Preferences -reset the custom color scheme Options->Preferences->Kneeboard Settings->Color Scheme->Reset 2) if you are using DCS World version 1.2.11.3386 or later -uncheck the 'Use legacy kneeboard components' option in Options->Preferences -reset the custom color scheme Options->Preferences->Kneeboard Settings->Color Scheme->Reset SPECIAL THANKS: Special thanks to uboats for helping me figure out the correct folder names for the F-86 and Mi-8 kneeboards.

Two ways to load the 50kg bombs: 1) Create a new loadout using the Mission Planner before you start the mission or 2) While in game, bring up the rearm/refuel dialog and right-click on station 1 at the left side of the dialog and select the weapons you want loaded on that station.

Right now only the 500 kg bomb can be rearmed and dropped. The 50kg bombs are bugged and can't be dropped after rearming.

I think that is the low fuel warning when you have less than 1,000 lbs of fuel remaining.

After a long break from flying the P-51, I decided to fire it up again. This was the first time I had flown the 51 since the AI FW-190 was added. The first round showed I was a bit rusty. I made a big blunder right at the start by losing sight of the bandit in the terrain and turning right into his sight picture with him at my six. With a few not-so-pretty snap rolls, I was able to neutralize his advantage. From then on it was a slow dance for each other's tail. He kept trying to get me to follow him vertical, but I only followed enough to keep him from extending on me too much. I eventually reeled him, but I hadn't configured my gyro sights correctly, so my accuracy was rather poor. Now that I was warmed up, the second round went much smoother. I had forgotten how much fun the 51 is to fly and am hooked on it again.