Gault05

Yes, I do realize this, which is why I said I'm stuck with it, but am working on getting some money somewhere in order to fix the problem. Sucks that even 6GB RAM isn't cheap anymore these days. I saw that the new Spit.9 mod came out, and an early phase Viggen mod as well(never expected that to actually happen). Wasn't there some talk about the Strait of Hormuz a while back? What happened to that?

Hey everyone, Gault05 here. I haven't posted much on DCS in a long time. Last time I did was probably somewhere back in 2014 or 2015. But decided to come back and see what's going on. Though I'm still pretty stuck trying to get parts to play, what's been going on in DCS lately? Any new mods or terrain maps and whatnot lately?

In the task bar of the ground units(under Perform Task), there's a command that says FAC and FAC Engage Group, but I'm having trouble understanding its role. Exactly what does that do for the group and/or units selected?:huh: Edit: Honestly, I have a lot of questions that could use answers, subtle and complex. I've looked throughout the dcs manual, but still could use more clarification. I'll probably post them as soon as I hit a roadblock.

Could the same method be used also for air support to attack ground targets, or would that be a different style? And why on flag 10 and such?:huh:

Ok, I get it somewhat. But here's another question. Say I(or my flight) enter into a given zone range, but I don't want my artillery support to fire when I'm inside that zone. I want them to hold their barrels in place of the firing point until I command them to throughout the radio menu. And once I'm out of the zone, their barrels are back in place. How or what do I do then? Edit: Also, I keep getting repeated radio messages from the radio menu when I did it the first few times with the instructions. How do I stop that from happening?

If its because I'm using an outdated dcs, read the sig. Please, is there a way or not?

Is there a useful thread or link or a system on how to make a howitzer battery fire on command inside a given zone range? Havin some serious trouble getting it to work here.

Keep in mind my sig is my current setup for dcs right now. I don't have the money nor a card to buy the necessary parts to replace them right now, so I HAVE no choice but to use 1.2. If I wanted to go to 1.5, I would. But it's a heavy drawback for my pc. It can barely put up with 1.2, let alone 1.5/2.0.:( But my point is I wanted to know how it's like for those who do make campaigns whether frequently or on occasion for me to learn from. As whether for sharing or for self purposes, the latter is my option for now, but I might consider for others after 1.5 for a while. I do thank you guys for the input and feedback.

After some fiddling around with the mission editor for a bit, I felt the need to start and see if I can make a campaign with the mods that I have. Although they're both attack, I've started to appreciate the 25T and A-hog more. Though I still plan on buying more mods, it's gonna be a long time before that ever happens. I've figured out what triggers are needed to activate stuff and message logs and stuff, so now I feel ready to start off. Is there any good advice I could use for a first timer?

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What type of software would you recommend for those that need it?

Gotcha. Thanks.:thumbup:

What triggers do I use for when I want my AI wingman or flight to respawn when either shot down or have landed at an airfield?

Yes, I have used the triggers menu. That's what I'm trying to ask what I meant. The point is what triggers do I use to make a defensive mission spawn in the event the former mission is not met(mission score not met, exiting the mission, shot down/dead.)

Nothing?? Eh, oh well. I'll eventually figure it out then.

Can anyone walk me through on how to implement or trigger a defensive mission for when you fail the former mission objective, kinda like how the Su-25T campaign missions are when you don't complete the said mission then it spawns a defense type mission?

Yeah thanks a bunch bro. I checked out the notepad++ that you used, so decided to install it.

Alright, I'll give it one last go. If this doesn't work, its a lost cause. And yes, I have 1.2 still, hence why my sig proves the call for help. It sucks really, but if I used 1.5 even at its lowest res and graphics, it still won't cut it. Edit:F^&$N A!! IT WORKS!!(For Canada and Netherlands at least). Thank you so much.

Here's the file, in text from notepad. The A10 is pasted under the plane categories of Canada, Germany, and The Netherlands: db_countries.lua

I found it in Notepad, but when I tried to open it up into the ME, it doesn't show in the selector. I paste it where the gapped line is, or under the other list of planes? Its frustrating af right now. Edit: Now I'm trying to save the changes in the original file, but it either has to be in text or its denied. Wtf? how can this be fixed?

Ok. Do I need to replace the original with the copy, or put it in my users folder? And how do I Copy/Paste the a10a too? Edit: Sorry, but I'm completely lost on this. I don't really know what you're trying to say. So I make a copy of the file of the db_countries file. Ok, done. Where do I go from there?

Is there a way I can place my a10a standalone to fly for other countries besides the us? Like, say Canada, Germany, or the Netherlands? Its kinda boring having to fly for just one country.

How do I set up a trigger where troops enter a vehicle or helo and carry them to to a zone where they are dropped off? I'm currently having trouble setting up a MIP(Mechanized Infantry Platoon) where troops try to go inside a APC and dropped off into a disembarking zone. :helpsmilie:

Great use of the templates. But the Stryker templates don't show up in the template section in the Mission Editor...

Thanks for the link!:thumbup: