The DCS Updater / Launcher GUI Utility Version 2.0 (2023+)

[imacken]

Don’t get it, really. No sign of DCS in Task Manager, and no DCS crash prior

[SkateZilla]

The App literally scans for Process "DCS", "DCS_Updater" and "ModelViewer".

 

Thats it, if its running, it sets the App as running until it stops.

 

The problem isnt the app, its functioning as coded.

 

The issue is DCS Process isnt being terminated correctly on your system.

 

Ive been trying to re produce this and havent been able to, I force my dcs to crash, generate logs, and after all thats finished, App sees DCS closes and restores.

 

Rebooting your PC doesnt fix the App, it clears DCS Process from running.

 

This also the reason why when updating it would say the dcs.exe is locked and cannot move/delete or in use by another process.

Edited July 9, 2018 by SkateZilla

[imacken]

Thanks. I haven’t checked for Modelviewer, but certainly the other 2 were definitely not running.

[SkateZilla]

I will add a Process.Kill Option to the System Tray menu,

Launching App, if DCS Process is Hung, choosing the Kill Process Option will terminate all 3 Processes.

[imacken]

I will add a Process.Kill Option to the System Tray menu,

Launching App, if DCS Process is Hung, choosing the Kill Process Option will terminate all 3 Processes.

 

Just happened again. As you can see, no DCS processes running as per TM.

The only way I can get it running again is to reboot.

[SkateZilla]

Just happened again. As you can see, no DCS processes running as per TM.

The only way I can get it running again is to reboot.

 

Is that list for All Users or just Current User?

 

Hopefully the Process.Kill Option works for you.

[imacken]

Is that list for All Users or just Current User?

 

Hopefully the Process.Kill Option works for you.

 

I am the only user.

Forgive my ignorance, but how will the ProcessKill work on DCS processes that are not running? Or at least not showing in TM.

[imacken]

OK, so I have rebooted again, started up the utility, and it's greyed out with the log saying that DCS World is running when it is most definitely not! Haven't even started DCS up since the reboot.

[SkateZilla]

OK, so I have rebooted again, started up the utility, and it's greyed out with the log saying that DCS World is running when it is most definitely not! Haven't even started DCS up since the reboot.

 

I will continue to look into this, but there's no way for the code to make any mistake.

 

Literally:

ProcessName = "DCS"

If ProcessName is Running

Set Running Mode

Else

Set Idle Mode

[SkateZilla]

1.1.0.1007 Online (Here and Update Server).

 

Before I add any more new things, I need to look into the Update Code, seems hit and miss sometimes.

 

I have instances where it would prompt for update, download new version, but still show the same version number, and basically put it self in a loop, because it would not be able to over-write itself.

 

I may have to pull the auto update downloading part out of the app until I fix the problem, appears to be permissions again, it cannot rename/delete the app unless running from specific folder(s).

 

If Anything, I re-integrate the mini-updater, as a Separate App To Do everything, since the App Seems to not be able to overwrite itself while running.

Edited July 9, 2018 by SkateZilla

[imacken]

Skate, tried the new version, and when I select 'Force Close DCS' I just got the permission denied error. So, I ran utility as admin, then I didn't get the error, but nothing happened. DCS is apparently still running.

Can you tell me where I would see this DCS process running, as there is nothing showing in TM?

EDIT: Sorry, update. Yes, it does kill the 'DCS' process. But still I would like to know where this process can be seen.

[SkateZilla]

Change Log for 7.9.2018-2 / 1.1.0.1008:

-Revised Update Code

-Re Integrated SZGS Updater EXE

-Small Code Adjustments and Changes

 

From this Version on, updates will be downloaded via the SZGS Updater instead of the App itself.

 

For Anything Prior to .1007, Please Download the Zip file from the first post, the Auto Update Download Code is bugged.

Edited July 9, 2018 by SkateZilla

[SkateZilla]

Skate, tried the new version, and when I select 'Force Close DCS' I just got the permission denied error. So, I ran utility as admin, then I didn't get the error, but nothing happened. DCS is apparently still running.

Can you tell me where I would see this DCS process running, as there is nothing showing in TM?

EDIT: Sorry, update. Yes, it does kill the 'DCS' process. But still I would like to know where this process can be seen.

 

There's User Processes and System/Administrator Processes.

 

Other than that, I Have yet to reproduce, or get anyone else to re-produce the issue.

[Yogiyosh]

Hi, brilliant idea so I thought I'd give it a go. Problem is program only gets to splash screen, then crashes.

 

I am using Win 7 Ultimate x64, with my DCS installation on a second drive, rather than my main SSD, wondering if that's the reason why. But here's the message I get from Application Stopped Working screen:

 

Problem signature:

Problem Event Name: CLR20r3

Problem Signature 01: DCS Updater Utility.exe

Problem Signature 02: 7.9.2018.0

Problem Signature 03: 5b43c241

Problem Signature 04: System.Drawing

Problem Signature 05: 4.7.2634.0

Problem Signature 06: 5a74bd9a

Problem Signature 07: 5b3

Problem Signature 08: 6b

Problem Signature 09: System.InvalidOperationException

OS Version: 6.1.7601.2.1.0.256.1

Locale ID: 2057

Additional Information 1: 0a9e

Additional Information 2: 0a9e372d3b4ad19135b953a78882e789

Additional Information 3: 0a9e

Additional Information 4: 0a9e372d3b4ad19135b953a78882e789

 

P.S This is the latest version -07/09/18.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks.

Edited July 10, 2018 by Yogiyosh
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[SkateZilla]

Hi, brilliant idea so I thought I'd give it a go. Problem is program only gets to splash screen, then crashes.

 

I am using Win 7 Ultimate x64, with my DCS installation on a second drive, rather than my main SSD, wondering if that's the reason why. But here's the message I get from Application Stopped Working screen:

 

Problem signature:

Problem Event Name: CLR20r3

Problem Signature 01: DCS Updater Utility.exe

Problem Signature 02: 7.9.2018.0

Problem Signature 03: 5b43c241

Problem Signature 04: System.Drawing

Problem Signature 05: 4.7.2634.0

Problem Signature 06: 5a74bd9a

Problem Signature 07: 5b3

Problem Signature 08: 6b

Problem Signature 09: System.InvalidOperationException

OS Version: 6.1.7601.2.1.0.256.1

Locale ID: 2057

Additional Information 1: 0a9e

Additional Information 2: 0a9e372d3b4ad19135b953a78882e789

Additional Information 3: 0a9e

Additional Information 4: 0a9e372d3b4ad19135b953a78882e789

 

P.S This is the latest version -07/09/18.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks.

 

Try Deleting the Settings Folders

\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Skate_Zilla_Graphics_Stud\DCS_Updater_Utility.exe_StrongName_eyxzuj3cktofe3uzj1jdj4xy20o4mjbq\

 

There are a bunch of issues now because of the bugged update code.

 

which is why SZGS Updater now exists as separate EXE.

 

Debating if I want to keep packaging it with the App, Like yesterday's version.

 

or Simply have the App Download it (200kb), Run it, then Delete it every time there's an update.

[SkateZilla]

Prelim. Change Log for 1.1.0.1009: (as Of 09.4.2018 )

-Revised Update Code, Will Auto Download Update App And Move to Backup When Done

-Condensed Install/Uninstall Selected Modules Code by ~50% (550 Lines to 275)

-Revised Application Windows Icon(s)

-Revised "Browse" Button(s) Code, App Will Auto Scan when Selecting folders for Builds/Folders.

-Condensed System Tray Code

-Add Option To Startup Normal or Startup Minimized

-Add Option To Minimize and Restore App on DCS Launches

-Add Option/Toggle to Enable/Disable System Tray Notifications

-Add Option/Toggle to Switch between 1300x835 to 1320x600 Window (w/ Scroll Bar), for use w/ smaller screens.

-Expanded System Tray Functionality

-Corrected Multiple Code Parameter Typo's, Revised Some Return Functions.

-Added TrackIR Default Install Location Detection

-Added TeamSpeak Default Install Location Detection

-Added OculusVR Default Install Location Detection

-Added SteamVR Default Install Location Detection

-Added TrackIr, TeamSpeak, OculusVR, SteamVR Browse Buttons to Enable User Install Paths

-Added TrackIr, TeamSpeak, OculusVR, SteamVR Launch Buttons

-Added Option to Launch External Apps when Launching DCS (Not Applicable to SteamVR or OculusVR)

-Added DCS Updater Settings Button (Brings up DCS Updater Settings Dialog)

-Added NS430 For L-39 and Mi-8MTV2 Assets

-Added Yak-52 Assets

-Added Memory of the Hero Campaign Assets

-Renamed Old NS 430 Assets to NS430 Pop Up.

-Revised Tool Tips For Some Items

-Revised Module Button Graphics

-Updated to Remove "XP Visual Styles"

-Added Button to Toggle Log Window Size (WIP, Maybe Removed)

-Added Indicator Colors to System Tray Menu for Modules

-Added ModelViewer2 Button (Launches ModelViewer2)

-Added Code to Verify and Move Qt Platform for Windows for use w/ ModelViewer2

-Added JSON Parsing for AutoUpdate.cfg, App will Detect and Label installs as Release, Beta, Alpha On the Settings Screen

 

So, From THIS COMING BUILD Onward, Auto Update Should Work As Follows:

App Will Check for Update, Prompt Yes/No to Update.

If Yes is Chosen,

-App Will download the Latest Version of the SZGS Updater from the Server, (17 kb)

-Launch the SZGS Updater and Close itself.

-SZGS Updater will Move/Rename DCS Updater Utility to /Saved Games/DCS Updater Utility/Backup/ Folder.

-SZGS Updater Will download the Version from the Webserver

-SZGS Will Launch the New DCS Updater Utility and Close Itself.

-Updater Utility Will Move/Rename the SZGS Updater EXE to the /Saved Ganes/DCS Updater Utility/Backup Folder.

 

SZGS Updater wont be bundled w/ DCS Updater Utility Application in Zip Folder Here, it's 17kb on the server, and that way the app will automatically download the latest version I deploy to the server, and users can continue to keep the Utility on their Desktop w/o an Extra EXE having to be there.

 

This will hopefully resolve update / auto updates from this build forward so I can start working on other exceptions and issues discussed.

 

 

Also may need to Delete and Re-do User Settings due to changes made in the app code.

Goto and Delete All the Folders for Versions Here:

\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Skate_Zilla_Graphics_Stud\DCS_Updater_Utility.exe_StrongName_eyxzuj3cktofe3uzj1jdj4xy20o4mjbq\

Edited September 8, 2018 by SkateZilla

[Yogiyosh]

Try Deleting the Settings Folders

\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Skate_Zilla_Graphics_Stud\DCS_Updater_Utility.exe_StrongName_eyxzuj3cktofe3uzj1jdj4xy20o4mjbq\

There are a bunch of issues now because of the bugged update code.

 

which is why SZGS Updater now exists as separate EXE.

 

Debating if I want to keep packaging it with the App, Like yesterday's version.

 

or Simply have the App Download it (200kb), Run it, then Delete it every time there's an update.

 

This is bizarre, perhaps it's my system, but I followed the simple instructions and placed it in a folder - on the same drive, checked the settings you advised on and there was no entry.

 

To clarify, I'd clicked on the link for the latest build and unpacked, then ran the utility. Even downloaded the first build to try out and while the main screen loaded, but the utility didn't find the installation folder.

 

I'm pretty much stumped, as this seems to be straightforward.

[SkateZilla]

This is bizarre, perhaps it's my system, but I followed the simple instructions and placed it in a folder - on the same drive, checked the settings you advised on and there was no entry.

 

To clarify, I'd clicked on the link for the latest build and unpacked, then ran the utility. Even downloaded the first build to try out and while the main screen loaded, but the utility didn't find the installation folder.

 

I'm pretty much stumped, as this seems to be straightforward.

 

Try the 06.01.2018 Build, that was the first build with the newer code,

 

Anything prior to that was .Net 4.5 Frame work,

[Yogiyosh]

Try the 06.01.2018 Build, that was the first build with the newer code,

 

Anything prior to that was .Net 4.5 Frame work,

 

Ok, thanks for the response and help, but after trying that and checking to see which .NET Framework I had installed, I've come to the conclusion that your app is not going to run on my machine, for whatever weird reason that may be. Which, I must add, is disappointing for me as I really like the idea of your work.

 

I'm not entirely sure what the issue is, especially if the app runs on most others' machines, so I can only conclude there's something my end that is blocking or crashing the file. Unfortunately, it means I'm going to have to give up and maybe try at a later version in future :(

 

Thanks again for your help.

[SkateZilla]

The Latest Versions run .net 4.6 Framework.

[SkateZilla]

Hi, brilliant idea so I thought I'd give it a go. Problem is program only gets to splash screen, then crashes.

 

I am using Win 7 Ultimate x64, with my DCS installation on a second drive, rather than my main SSD, wondering if that's the reason why. But here's the message I get from Application Stopped Working screen:

 

Problem signature:

Problem Event Name: CLR20r3

Problem Signature 01: DCS Updater Utility.exe

Problem Signature 02: 7.9.2018.0

Problem Signature 03: 5b43c241

Problem Signature 04: System.Drawing

Problem Signature 05: 4.7.2634.0

Problem Signature 06: 5a74bd9a

Problem Signature 07: 5b3

Problem Signature 08: 6b

Problem Signature 09: System.InvalidOperationException

OS Version: 6.1.7601.2.1.0.256.1

Locale ID: 2057

Additional Information 1: 0a9e

Additional Information 2: 0a9e372d3b4ad19135b953a78882e789

Additional Information 3: 0a9e

Additional Information 4: 0a9e372d3b4ad19135b953a78882e789

 

P.S This is the latest version -07/09/18.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks.

 

The Application is Built on .Net 4.6 Frame work, Please Install the Latest .Net Runtimes.

[SkateZilla]

So w/ New added Features being Coded in:

-Add Option To Startup Normal or Startup Minimized

-Add Option To Minimize and Restore App on DCS Launches

-Added TrackIR Default Install Location Detection

-Added TeamSpeak Default Install Location Detection

-Added Option to Launch External Apps when Launching DCS

 

I'm also Looking at adding other software, For now, TrackIR and TeamSpeak will check the default install locations (will add custom boxes later, likely before public build, but cant promise).

Will have check boxes, so only checked items will launch before dcs.

 

Keep in Mind, I Really only want to add supported APIs,

Things Like OpenTrack,Freetrack,FaceTrackNoIR are not supported by ED, so they will not be added.

 

 

When External Applications are Detected, the Logo will show in color w/ Checkbox.

When External Applications are Not Detected, the Logo will show in dim grey w/o Checkbox.

Edited July 13, 2018 by SkateZilla

[imacken]

Any way of stopping that pop up near the notification centre with info on build and profile?

[SkateZilla]

Any way of stopping that pop up near the notification centre with info on build and profile?

 

The System Tray Balloon?

[imacken]

Yes, the one that pops up with a Windows sound and stating the build and profile name