Unveiling the VKB TECS Throttle Control System

[ram0506]

I´m also looking forward to the TECS. The only thing I am concerned about are the (hopefully) 4-way hat switches on the side and in front of the right throttle lever. I really do hope that they don`t behave/feel like the trim switch on the MCG Pro, which is more like a mini-stick rather than a real trim switch and feels too light with too low resistance in the movement (the only thing I don`t like about the grip). Would be nice, if those switches on the throttle feel more like the ones that are used on the Warthog throttle or stick.

Edited February 20, 2018 by ram0506

[aaron886]

That'll be the highlight of this throttle. It's modeled on modern fighters that can make great use of mini-sticks. If you're hoping to use it for WWII fighters, it probably won't be perfectly suited for them.

 

Not to totally discount you, but if VKB have listened they'll make the lower thumb hat and index finger hat into mini-sticks to satisfy both Russian and Western design preferences. Missing a chance to use either of those hats for mini-sticks would be missing about half the target audience.

[Sokol1_br]

.. but if VKB have listened they'll make the lower thumb hat and index finger hat into mini-sticks to satisfy both Russian and Western design preferences.

 

Or better make then like in MCG pro, mini-stick that when pressed the center button (by amount of time) alternate for DX buttons, like a conventional HAT. :)

 

Only the "flimsy feel" is not possible alternate. :D

[ram0506]

Only the "flimsy feel" is not possible alternate. :D

That's what I was talking about. I'm absolutely fine with those switches on the throttle working as mini-sticks. But I'm hoping for a more "quality feel" of them compared to the trim-switch of the grip. On the picture of the TECS they look like being equal to that trim-switch.

Edited February 20, 2018 by ram0506

[Joebooty]

Definitely gonna go for this and one of your gunfighter sticks for my next setup. I Will never run out of buttons again in my life.:D

[Norcat]

WOW!!! Can’t believe I missed this announcement. I scrounging my USD and 40 galactic credits. Can’t wait to fly it. Whooohoooo!

[BlacleyCole]

You got the rest of the year to save your pennys

[Buckeye]

I sincerely hope the TECS will be offered, as an option, with no labels. Given how variable the cockpit layouts are in the DCS jets and the # of modular add-ons that are anticipated (thus an increasing number of buttons and customization of putting different pieces in different places for different uses), it seems kind of silly to handcuff certain buttons to certain functions via a label.

[Snacko]

I sincerely hope the TECS will be offered, as an option, with no labels. Given how variable the cockpit layouts are in the DCS jets and the # of modular add-ons that are anticipated (thus an increasing number of buttons and customization of putting different pieces in different places for different uses), it seems kind of silly to handcuff certain buttons to certain functions via a label.

 

Good point. I had not thought of that, but on my x55 the switches are labeled Tgl 1, 2, 3, .. A, B C.. which I just ignore. I also would prefer this type of generic labeling. I think to associate the switches with the control panel software they would want some identification. But I get your point.

[Lenux]

Whatever i'm doing, the brake lever is useless, i can't use it / assign it to any button / command

I calibrated the joystick, many times

Could you please, help me ?

Edited March 27, 2018 by Lenux

[Lenux]

Does anyone knows?

[Blatherman]

Does anyone knows?

 

I think you're in the wrong thread...this is for the upcoming throttle, not the MCG.

 

Having said that, when I got my MCG I followed the instructions on the website for downloading the latest firmware, then calibrated it. I also followed the online instructions describing how to assign a single button to the brake lever and have had zero problems.

[Sokol1_br]

Whatever i'm doing, the brake lever is useless, i can't use it / assign it to any button / command

I calibrated the joystick, many times

Could you please, help me ?

 

Post in VKB Technical Support forum:

 

http://forum.vkb-sim.pro/viewforum.php?f=25

 

And open a Support Ticket per the pinned instruction or you may end non notice/ignored. :D

Edited March 31, 2018 by Sokol1_br

[Lenux]

Fixed it, thank you

[Sokol1_br]

Another image host "kaput".

 

Postimage.org domain was locked by "Registry", so image links became "dead".

 

 

"postimg.ORG domain is locked by Registry, no prior notice.

While we hope to resolve the issue, we chose postimg.CC as our new home.

Please update codes embedded in your websites."

Edited April 13, 2018 by Sokol1_br

[Berniyh]

https://postimg.cc/image/72qzst0jp/

https://postimg.cc/image/7x80ydg05/

https://postimg.cc/image/9gdixdwl1/

[Lao Fei Mao]

The throttle looks really sexy, can't wait, is there an estimated releasing date?

[BlacleyCole]

December

[rrohde]

I have those images on imgur - UIV, feel free to use when editing the first post:

 

https://imgur.com/a/PUJWH

[Sokol1_br]

Could it be past onto the original poster "UIV" asking him to edit the original post such that the images are displayed again, please?

 

OP (or moderator) need change in first post:

 

https://s26.postimg.org/xsrrhka47/TECS_v02_4.jpg?dl=1

 

for

 

https://s26.postimg.cc/xsrrhka47/TECS_v02_4.jpg?dl=1

 

this .cc restore old images links:

 

 

 

https://s26.postimg.cc/xsrrhka47/TECS_v02_4.jpg?dl=1

 

 

 

Postimage now are using: http://postimages.org/

[PabstBleuRibbon]

any news on this? maybe a prototype photo?

[Snacko]

Here's a pic..

[Mars Exulte]

Due in third quarter 2018... nope, fourth quarter. 2019 sometime. Someday, if you're good =)

[Sokol1_br]

"Proposals": https://tinyurl.com/VKB-TECS

[ram0506]

Thanks for linking these pictures, Sokol!

Finally I get to see the left side of the throttle. Long time ago I asked, if there will be a switch (for lighting) on the left side, like on the TMW-Throttle. Now here is the answer: we will get two!:thumbup: