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New usb connector fitted. Collective recognised by windows. Is 3_504 the latest profile @K-51?

Thanks @K-51. Parts obtained. Off to find a man with a soldering iron tomorrow

Dear Mikhael @K-51 Your K 51 has continued to give great immersion in DCS. Thankyou. However - After downloading the latest DCS open beta update (the 2nd 2.8) my computer and DCS no longer saw the K51. I have in no specific order: Switched off and restarted the computer. Repeated above plus switched off at the wall. checked all the cables/usb connections. Deleted and re installed latest VPC software https://virpil.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/47001229104-vpc-software-setup-version-20220720-patch1 Disconnected all usb game controllers except K51. Tried to update firmware. Not possible without attaching the Virpil stick/base. K51 remains invisible. Firmware update freezes without this. Downloaded collective patch 2.304 in anticipation of using it. Collect_2_304.XML Tried a powered USB hub for K51. Tried all my USB ports for K51. My K51 remains invisible to the computer. Virpil stick/base and X56 throttle function normally. Any help much appreciated. Andy You and me both sir!

Hi Mikki and @K-51. Is there a problem? I have not seen Michaels comment. I thought it was an entirely positive review on the collective.

Scoop, could you elaborate little on this ? We really like quick reviews While Virpils offering is much better looking, this one looks like more modest option. 1 Reply ScoopMudspike Mug Holder 5 1h NEVO: Surely. It is solidly made. Metal primarily. Some 3d printing but well done. Three PTT buttons, Two four way hats. Two 2 position switches. One three position switch and a rotary dial The bottom is open so by turning it upside down the electronics can be seen (repair access, but the side can also be removed for this?) 960×720 179 KB My brother is an electronics designer all his life in Telecoms primarily. He says the electrics are well put together - they are VIRPIL products. It requires VIRPIL software which is free. A link and instructions are provided. Once the download was made it was plug and play by usb. Cable provided No curves or settings of any sort required. It comes with a mounting plate. 3264×2448 443 KB This can be installed by removing the left arm rest and using the chairs bolts/holes for the mounting plate The collective is then attached to the mounting plate. It worked well on my old office chair… alternatively the plate can be screwed into the underside of the chair. (see first photo above) NB keep the bolts on the collective loose at first. The K51 allows the collective unit to slide backwards and forwards to adjust its position. I have the base plate near the back of the armrest. The collective can then be moved further back and then tighten the bolts (first photo) 3024×4032 2.03 MB Because my chair was very uncomfortable I bought an Ikea Markus chair for DCS use. The arm rest bolts are too wide to fit in the slots of the mounting plate. It would need a good drill bit to make the mounting plate fit. I got around the problem quickly (2 minutes to fit) by simply attaching the plate to the arm rest using cable ties. The ties need to be positioned well but it is quick, cheap and simple to do. It gives a good stable base for the collective and requires no skill to fit. The armrest remains in place. 3024×4032 1.94 MB 3024×4032 2.41 MB 4032×3024 2.03 MB 4032×3024 2.16 MB Flying helicopters with it is dramatically easier- With the friction set fully lose, the collective remains where you placed it if you let go. I fly with the friction tightened slightly to give me more tactile feedback. A personal choice. Instead of a twist throttle there is a large rotary dial (fore and aft) on the right of the collective. I use this as a throttle to enable me to fly autorotation’s. It is very satisfying to wind back the throttle, plummet under control to the ground and flare. Then opening up the throttle and the helicopter takes off again. For my pre K51 autorotation’s it was a question of did I survive the impact or did I just destroy the Huey. Accuracy in the hover is more than satisfactory. It is a reflection less of the K51 but more a question of how good the pilot is. I cannot blame the K51for my failings. I fly the Huey so there is not much need for lots of buttons. However I keep my X56 throttle on the left of the chair. Even in VR I can use it as a button box so all the functions I could wish for can be bound. Purchasing. I would do so again. It proved a simple process with delivery faster than I was advised at first and I was kept well informed. You begin by going on the ED forums and requesting being placed on the waiting list for one. You are advised by Mikhail how long this is likely to be. Next you receive an email asking if you still want one and you pay a deposit. Followed by the full payment. Сollective pitch control lever - Page 16 - For Sale - ED Forums Storage. It can be removed from the chair by two bolts. I find the chair remains usable with the K51 fitted. I like to ‘park’ the collective in the upright position (full power) to avoid knocks when getting in or out. CAUTION. Remember to lower the collective before you go into a helicopter with the engine already running! Packaging was tasteful and very well done. Apart from mounting, it is fully assembled 3024×4032 2.48 MB 4032×3024 2.65 MB I would buy another. I don’t think I will though as it is so well built it will outlive me. I would allow soldiers or @Victork2 's son to use it and have no fear for breakages Cost UK £183 plus £44 postage. No tax asked for by customs. NB I have not been paid in any way for this review.

I am interested. What time zone will it be? Sorry just saw you have already answered the time zone.

Thats what I use. But I use the lower right rotary dial as the collective itself. Easier for finer adjustment's

Thank you @K-51 I will wait with patience..

@K-51 I would like to order a collective please. whenever is convenient and feasible Delivery to UK