My Virpil Configuration Software Guide

[mazex]

To be able to get my key mappings working for the setup in my editable templates here: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=240782 - I wrote a small guide to the Virpil Configuration Software - mostly for myself as I want to remember how I did some stuff when I need to do more in a year or so... I have documented how I think the configuration works

There are many Youtube videos out there but I am old school and like a document for stuff like this

Link to download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ocxNLLKyWcdVA27I2xiyNGvNt5KW5Uor/view?usp=share_link

Screen shot of the TOC:

 

And a chapter:

Edited February 6, 2023 by mazex
Updated version 2023. Not all ;)

[epolta]

thanks for doing this. I successfully updated my firmware a few times, but it's been a while now, and each time I feel like I just "get lucky". I will be consulting this when my CM2 arrives so thanks in advanced!

[mdee]

Thanks - this should help a lot of people.

[mazex]

Updated to version 0.61 (see top post for DL link)

Edited October 5, 2019 by mazex

[Snowy55]

Thank you mazex for this.

[Jemimus]

This thread should be pinned

[iffoif]

Thank you so much! I was very frustrated with what I perceived as limited usefulness of the T1/T2/T3 switches. Now you gave me a perfect solution on how to fix this problem! Thanks a lot!

[mazex]

OK - updated my firmware to latest version and without this guide I would have been lost myself :) So fixed some errors and added that it works with software / firmware version 2020-02-04.

[Thasiet]

Thank you so much! I was very frustrated with what I perceived as limited usefulness of the T1/T2/T3 switches. Now you gave me a perfect solution on how to fix this problem! Thanks a lot!

 

 

 

 

Another way to fix the limited usefulness of the toggle switches, replace the latching ones with momentary switches.

 

 

 

Still need to run the software to map the unused physical inputs to a logical input.

[bad_turbulence]

Another way to fix the limited usefulness of the toggle switches, replace the latching ones with momentary switches.

 

 

 

Still need to run the software to map the unused physical inputs to a logical input.

what is the round black thing attached to T3?

[bad_turbulence]

OK - updated my firmware to latest version and without this guide I would have been lost myself :) So fixed some errors and added that it works with software / firmware version 2020-02-04.

Should there be two mapped weapon release buttons (DCS F/A 18 v1.7) Button 4 (red button) and Button 20 (trigger)? Just wondering if i should set them both to weapon release or not, or go back to v1.6 and use it for spin Recovery? Any help is appreciated!!!

[mazex]

I have realized that I really don't use the flip down trigger for the F18 as it is now, so if you come up with a good use I would be happy to know!

 

An important note is that I also use a Logitech G13 keypad for slew control so that's why they are not in the mapping. The G13 ministick is great for that...

 

My full setup with Virpil Hotas + G13 and template for that...

 

https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=242821

[bad_turbulence]

I have realized that I really don't use the flip down trigger for the F18 as it is now, so if you come up with a good use I would be happy to know!

 

An important note is that I also use a Logitech G13 keypad for slew control so that's why they are not in the mapping. The G13 ministick is great for that...

 

My full setup with Virpil Hotas + G13 and template for that...

 

https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=242821

thanks for sharing and I will add any experiences that seem useful after i hammer things out. First order of business is to check out the G13. I notice that's there were two other devices you mentioned, one is the G15 and there was even another. Which one is the best for DCS? Hands down G13, or do the other ones have a place in the running?

[mazex]

thanks for sharing and I will add any experiences that seem useful after i hammer things out. First order of business is to check out the G13. I notice that's there were two other devices you mentioned, one is the G15 and there was even another. Which one is the best for DCS? Hands down G13, or do the other ones have a place in the running?

The reason I use a G13 is that I bought it long time ago for other purposes. It was in a box gathering dust for years when I realized that I might be able to use it some way with my Hotas setup in VR, as finding the keyboard is way too complex. I realized that this setup works surprisingly well.

 

The Virpil desk mount almost feels like it's built for it. But the G13 is discontinued now which many are sad about. From what I understand used ones go for 300 quid these days... There are similar products but they don't have the analog thumb stick that works very well for slew control in DCS.

[bad_turbulence]

The reason I use a G13 is that I bought it long time ago for other purposes. It was in a box gathering dust for years when I realized that I might be able to use it some way with my Hotas setup in VR, as finding the keyboard is way too complex. I realized that this setup works surprisingly well.

 

The Virpil desk mount almost feels like it's built for it. But the G13 is discontinued now which many are sad about. From what I understand used ones go for 300 quid these days... There are similar products but they don't have the analog thumb stick that works very well for slew control in DCS.

ok , thanks, i will look for one and I appreciate the insight into this fantastic possibility.

[mazex]

Every time I do a firmware update of my Virpil gear I have to find my own guide here to map more functions to shift modes, make flip switches behave as I like. I realized as I am sitting with it that this guide still works (for me at least - not unexpected). Is there some guide like this with more stuff? I might update and expand it but I guess that there must be some good summary of the new stuff added etc...

The essential part for me in my guide (would be odd if I did not like it) is how to map T4-T6 to shift modes that I use a LOT, and my attempt to explain how it works under the carpet

Edited February 6, 2023 by mazex

[Burt]

Great Job ! I could of used this a few months ago. Thanks !

[mazex]

30 minutes ago, Burt said:

Great Job ! I could of used this a few months ago. Thanks !

Nice comments like above is all we need to do stuff that helps others  

Updated to original post with a semi updated version. Used the guide myself and it worked, updated the screenshots in chapter 5 but not the others as I am lazy - and they look very much the same in the others...

[Dodge]

@mazex

I've only just noticed your post as I've been looking as I've been looking at how to configure the software and 'SHIFT' modes.

I've noticed that you might have created a type on page 10 of your document. The bullet points indicates that '...button 40 will send "button 12" to the game.....' . Where the image shows logical button 22 (I've included a snippet).

Also a request, I have the latest (as of now) firmware (20240323), and if you have the time and inclination to update/create a new guide with the latest software/firmware that would be splendid.

 

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