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Did not install any drivers on laptop...want to see if it was recognized first as a USB device first.

@Pfeil....I honestly can't figure out how to get rid of the current drivers. The device does not show up at all as USB or Gaming device. USB hub 'sees' them, light goes on for about 2 seconds...and that's it except LED on pedals still on. I plugged pedals into laptop and doesn't show up there either...same 'device descriptor request failed' error msg.

Does anybody know where I could get newer drivers for Saitek Proflight Cessna Pedals? After a Windows10 upgrade I get a 'device descriptor request failed' and the pedals aren't recognized as anything. I'm assuming that the Windows update did something. The drivers and install exe I have are from MadCatz Jan 2016 version 4.0 I would appreciate any help to get me through this as I decide which new pedals to purchase.

Does anybody know where I could get new drivers for Saitek Cessna Pedals? After a Windows10 upgrade I get a 'device descriptor request failed' and the pedals aren't recognized. I would appreciate any help to get me through this as I decide which new pedals to purchase. Thanks

@stuartaston....yes....I did that and all switch positions responded. Then I switched them all around for a test...that worked so I returned them to original position and 3 of 4 working as I hoped without the views. I'll need to figure out that last switch position is doing. Thanks for the help!

I have a TM Warthog HOTAS with Vaicom/VA and set up a HOTAS profile like others in forum. I have a strange issue I can't seem to sort out. When I use the HOTAS COMS hat (right side - top) I get Views of airfields, carrier, rescue chopper interior, etc. I DO hear a radio click but it does not accept voice commands...but it just toggles thru Views. There are NO Views setup in Option-Controls for any device other than Keyboard, except 'Enable visual recon mode' on Mouse_BTN2 (I'm not even sure what that does) The setup is the same on the A-10C but it works flawlessly. Anybody got an ideas of how to solve? Appreciate the help!

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@Ice707....please clarify what 'gear outsided the F/A-18' means. What HOTAS button/switch have you assigned Gear Up/Down to? The keyboard assignment is 'G'...have you mistakenly assigned 'G' to another function...scroll down keyboard list.

@Emmy...please clarify what you mean by 'not kosher' in that scenario...I do it all the time.

@GazAce....not being sarcastic but YOUR voice (AU accent) may not register with anyone else's profile. Before building mine I tried the profile of a German (English speaking) and got nowhere. Mine still has problems recognizing 'Request' [startup, Taxi, Takeoff]. Mine now has 'Gear Up/Down', 'MasterArm Safe/Hot', Laser, TGP and several other commands for the A-10. PM me if you want to try it; you could dial it in as you learn the program.

@Charly Owl...thanks for that tidbit I missed in the manual regarding T-handle. I didn't realize that what the T-handle function was on it's own. I see an engine fire and instinctively pull the handle and immediately apply foam. Since I've never had an engine fire that wasn't the result of enemy fire I never broke down the process. Thanks,

Thank You Yurgon...you've given me the strength I needed Hi, my name is AvgWhiteGuy (aka R@ttler), and I'm also a DCS addict. I need help. Can we start with my HOTAS-F/A-18 setup? Thank you.

Happens with age, nothing you can really do about it

My suggestion....pick a subject and go to YouTube, click that off the list and go to the next subject of interest. Don't want to demean the DCS training videos but they're really not as good as what you'll find on YT.

At least the TGP from land base will give us another opportunity to dial in our skill set and make it more enjoyable. I'm not a fighter guy due to eye problems (can't find & engage) but I could at least enjoy the ground attack aspects. Does TGP mean I can't load up/launch from carrier and then just return to airfield....no big deal right now.

Can anyone tell me where I can find the proper procedure for 'Request Repair'; do I just shut down both engines and re-start after repairs? Any ground power requirement to maintain data for the mission?

Whereas there are various TM Warthog HOTAS mappings for the F/A-18 here in the forums (& YT), they all seem to vary in functionality and feature set. I can assume that some were configured as newer features were added by DCS along the way. I realize I can set up my HOTAS for my own personal needs and wishes but that would be useless as I have no friggin idea what I'm doing in the cockpit of this beautiful bird...hence, I'm begging for assistance. I'm sure there are other solo flyers or noobs that share my sentiment; they just haven't come to the point of groveling for mercy and assistance. It's not that I'm a complete moron, it's just that my 4 years of flying have been limited to the A-10C, and ....my caretaker only let's me fly in the back yard. I'm hoping there is a squadron of F/A-18 pilots out that have cooperatively established a TM Warthog-F/A-18 standard config that is updated to the latest DCS version (DCS/2.5.3.24984) that has the various RADAR and Weapons integrations, Sensor Control Switch, TDC and especially the latest Maverick slew & cage/uncage settings.....that actually work! Not that I'm begging for much..eh? So how 'bout it....can some of you jet jockey meat puppets help out a senior citizen that worries about dirtying his adult diaper every time that f#&king Maverick triangle runs off the HUD like a junkyard dog????!!!!! I'm taking my meds but ....hopefully you can understand

I'm going to have to agree with Dirty Mittens, and others on a easy refueling OPTION. Some people are more adept than others in various aspects of flying these planes; especially when it comes to refueling and formation flying. I personally have yet to hook up successfully with either the A-10C or the F/A-18 and find it very frustrating. We all don't have the time to invest in learning this and it's not necessarily any lack of interest. What is more frustrating to me is the limitations this imposes on flying longer missions and enjoying the overall aspects of flying missions with heavier weapon load-outs. By the time I reach my target(s) I'm BINGO and have to divert immediately after dumping my load, or partially thru it. I know it's not for everyone and I understand the 'realism' argument, but I could get more involved, engaged, and immersed if we could have this one OPTION. Put some rules/parameters in it as suggested by Teriander....close proximity, and maintaining that proximity is a solid qualifier. The ability for editors and servers to restrict this option should satisfy the purist out there....but give us a break...we want to fly!

First and foremost, I appreciate what DCS and the other folks do to keep me entertained...the world doesn't really revolve on this SIM. As a vision impaired (recovering detached retina) 'ground pounder', I'm not in the fight for A2A combat but I'm dying for that SEAD op and then dump shit on the 'bad guys'. So I'll just bounce between my A-10 and my F-18 for the thrill. I sometimes think us folks ask for too much in tiny details and don't appreciate the big picture that really makes the show. A vast majority of 'us' have never flown in this environment so we should be grateful for opportunity to have something this stressfully enjoyable. I don't give a sh#t that the shadow off the canopy rail isn't right...give me a break. Just me give me the stuff that makes my motor run hard and clean up everything as you can. Thanks..I'm done venting...now giv'me a friggin A2G missile that doesn't need a JTAC driver!!!!! BTW...my right cockpit vent seems a little warmer than the left...could you sort that out ASAP!!!

@Skwinty....thanks, this must be the Bible and required reading...

@Fonz 408....everyone is talking about AOA, trim, E-Bracket, etc...but that doesn't seem to address what YOU have said; You're able to do Case III without significant issues but you're having difficulties with Case I. I suspect it has more to do with peripheral issues like....the onslaught of sensory information coming thru your peripheral vision. Flying Case I presents a ton of sensory information that our minds need to compartmentalize whereas Case III has a lot less and allows us to focus more even though it's more difficult and intimidating. In my initial experience in learning the landing technique (AOA, trim..all that stuff above) I found that land-based night approaches and landings actually made it easier because there wasn't all that peripheral sensory clutter providing millisecond distractions from the task at hand. Does this make sense to you?

Can anyone tell me where to find the details of what is on the FCS page and how to use it? I've asked about why it it so important on Carriers landings, or any time after initial takeoff, and can't seem to get an answer.

macedk says: "hold down master caution for 10 seconds, that should clear it" So now I've just 'cleared' the warning but that doesn't mean I've really addressed or corrected it. Is there an action response to be performed address it? Does reset to T/O trim 'fix' the issue? What does the warning REALLY mean? Maybe this an other warnings could be documented and explained or a table available with Warning > Description/Explanation > Remedy

Can anyone please explain why the FCS page is so important to have displayed during Carrier landings on left (or either) DDI? I see this in various YT tutorials during the cockpit setup phase. What info is being displayed during this critical and stressful procedure that I need to focus on as opposed to the HSI and HUD. I've never seen any documentation or somewhat detailed explanation on the FCS so if you're aware of it's existence please point me in that direction. Thanks,

I'm getting some weird responses from my TM Warthog HOTAS and would appreciate any suggestions. Note ...TM HOTAS works perfectly with A-10C. 1) This is not consistent which is more puzzling...Shortly after takeoff (after gear & flaps up) I select A/P > ATTH and climb at about 7°, no problem. But when I reach altitude and and disengage A/P with HOTAS stick pinkylever, the A/P > ATTH 'colon' signal goes off but I'm still 'stuck' climbing. I have to break that lock by yanking the stick but it's still 'stuck' at various attitudes. THis only occurs with A/P > ATTH 2) I have COM 1 (RAlt+\) assigned to HOTAS Throttle BTN4 (Forward) but it results in some external view at the airport, even though I have no 'Views' assign to either HOTAS device. Can anyone advise, appreciate the help