Small update! Didn't make a "hinge" just yet. Added a small mousepad and keypad on the right. Perfect for the Mirage 2000 and the Viggens data panel and with a modifier on the throttle, the Viggens nav-buttons.
Still waiting for the 7-inch display to be delivered...
I think you can "save" pixels by putting the small displays under the big display.
All displays "in a row": (1920+800+800)*1080=3,8 megapixel
Big display on top, small under: 1920*(1080+600)=3,2 megapixel
Thank you for the comments!
Thanks!
I'm thinking about installing a hinge just below the joystick so that the MFD:s and display folds back over the seat while not in use...
I wanted to share my ongoing portable cockpit project. (Not englishspeaking so excuse my text :) )
When i fly DCS I setup my computer on the dining table in my livingroom. I needed a compact easy way to remove all my flight simming gear so my wife will not leave me ;)
I bought a regular dining table chair and cut the legs to make it shorter and a bit more relaxed (I cut the aft-legs a little bit more).
The center console has a compartment for all the cables and an USB-hub for easy connecting with only one cable to the computer.
I have mounted the thrustmaster MFD:s 90 degrees so I can access the cards from the side when I fly a different aircraft. The cards is printed on coloured paper with a monochrome laser printer and inkscape software.
I modded the throttle and added weight for a heavier feel. I just opened it up and put a couple of large square spacers inside. It does improve the feel of the throttle a great deal (sorry, no pics of the mod).
Black electrical tape on the throttle and stick for a more stealthier look and “anti slip tape” for better grip.
The throttle base is attached with a hinge for a more compact storage.
Future plans:
I have ordered a 7-inch display from ebay. It will be mounted in portrait in the middle between the MFD:s. I will put radar and RWR on the display
I have ordered a wireless numeric keypad to mount behind or in front of the throttle for more buttons.
Enjoy the pics!