duel monitor set up exporting mfd

[HOP_TRIZZ]

hay all new to the site can i get a little help pleasTIA..

OK hear we go i started out by using the test lua monitor file under the multiple monitor set up took the toastmaster mfd's put them on the lower screen Cal up the screen dimensions to be the aoc is a 22 in so the res is set at 1680x1050 the dell is a 17 set at 1280x1024 i have the dell monitor under the aoc so i added up the both monitors to 2860x1050 i set the left mfd at x:22 y:1518 and the right at x:656 y:1517 also in my nvidea setup i have the 17 on the bottom can does someone have a lua file like this i have no output from the mfd's no export nothing HELP....TIA 2 days working on this....:(

[MTFDarkEagle]

Try setting the Y value of the MFD's to 0 (zero).

[HOP_TRIZZ]

I tryed, nothing, this is my file i was working on

 

THIS IS THE FILE I WAS WORKING WITH JUST TRYING TO OUTPUT THE RADARS FOR THE MFD TO SIT INSIDE THE COUGAR PACKS

_ = function(p) return p; end;

name = _('HOP_TRIZZ');

Description = 'Two monitor configuration';

Viewports =

{

Center =

{

x = 0;

y = 0;

width = 1680; /2

height = 2960; /2

viewDx = 0;

viewDy = 0;

aspect = 1.6;

}

}

LEFT_MFCD =

{

x = 1693;

y = 0;

width = 400;

height = 400;

}

RIGHT_MFCD =

{

x = 1714;

y = 0;

width = 400;

height = 400;

}

UIMainView = Viewports.Center

[Laurius]

Hi Hot Trizz, I try to help. You say you have two screens : the main one is 1680 x 1050 and the second one is 1280 x 1024, placed bellow. Then I assume you want to diplay both MFDs on the top side of your second monitor.

 

In this case, I can see several issues in the .lua file you posted :

 

1) the overall resolution should be : 1680 x 2074 (should also be entered in the video option page of the sim when using multi monitor set-up).

 

2) because of 1), you have to change the aspect ratio which is now 0.83 instead of 1.6 (should also be entered in the video option page of the sim).

 

3) Try to remove those "/2"

4) Because of your new resolution, the positions of both MFDs are wrong.

Try x=0, y=1693 for the left MFD and x=880, y=1693 for the right one.

 

Don't forget to extend your desktop to both screens in Windows.

In the end, you would probably have to play with MFD size and position values in order to have them perfectly where you want them to be.

 

I hope I could help

[cichlidfan]

set at 1680x1050 the dell is a 17 set at 1280x1024 i have the dell monitor under the aoc so i added up the both monitors to 2860x1050:(

 

I should be in bed but let me see if I have this straight.

 

You have a 1680x1050 as your main monitor, where you want the cockpit. You have 1280x1024 monitor configured in windows to be below the first. On this monitor, you want your MFDs.

 

If this is not correct then the rest of this is way off but that is what you appear to be saying.

 

First, if the monitors are arranged that way then the total resolution is going to be 1680x2074 thats 1050 + 1024. What you have would be correct if they were side by side.

 

Next, the resolution for your center display

 

width = 1680; /2

height = 2960; /2

 

 

This is confusing (I never use the fractions) and the placement of your semicolons probably means it is not reading the 2 at the end anyway. Change this to

 

width = 1680

height = 1050

 

From there your MFDs can be anywhere below and to the right of x=0, y=1050 (these coordinates are the upper left corner of the bottom monitor).

 

EDIT: I see I have been sniped.:D

Edited September 18, 2011 by cichlidfan

[cichlidfan]

I forgot to mention the aspect ratio but Laurius covered that. We were on the same track but I think his MFD coordinates are going to put your images on the bottom half of the screen and extending off of the bottom (1693 + 400 = 2093 and the display is only 2074).

 

Either way though, this should get you on the right track.

 

BTW, welcome to the forum.:D

[Laurius]

I forgot to mention the aspect ratio but Laurius covered that. We were on the same track but I think his MFD coordinates are going to put your images on the bottom half of the screen and extending off of the bottom (1693 + 400 = 2093 and the display is only 2074).

 

 

:poster_oops:

 

Welcome ;)

[HOP_TRIZZ]

ok i set up the new lua file like this

 

_ = function(p) return p; end;

name = _('TEST');

Description = 'Two monitor configuration';

Viewports =

{

Center =

{

x = 0;

y = 0;

width = 1680;

height = 2074;

viewDx = 0;

viewDy = 0;

aspect = 0.83;

}

}

LEFT_MFCD =

{

x = 0;

y = 1693;

width = 300;

height = 300;

}

RIGHT_MFCD =

{

x = 880;

y = 1693;

width = 300;

height = 300;

}

UIMainView = Viewports.Center

 

both monitors are working as before but the problem is no export of the mfd's it just look like a extended desktop, also would it make a dif if the second monitor is set up as a dvi and the first is set up as hdmi all i can see is a tiny screen stuck up in the left corner with the export mfd should i due a fresh install to fix all the files what i would like to do is just output the mfd's on the second screen I'm running a 2 evga gtx580 in sli so what i did was install the dell 17 inch monitor on the dvi plug and installed the aoc 22 inch on the hdmi plug.. greatly appreciate any help..ps the track ir5 is the best purchase man makes things so much better..along with the saitek x65f ....

test.lua

[cichlidfan]

One, your definition for your center screen is still incorrect. See my post above.

 

Two, have you made any attempts to use a program called Easy Monitor Config? That has been know to cause some problems.

 

I am not aware of an issue with using the HDMI calble but it is possible. If you can hook them both up to DVI, preferably on the same card (performance is better).

[HOP_TRIZZ]

ahhhh, Yeah i tried easy monitor first, OK i think i have to do a reinstall of the game right? i corrected the file now the screen looks distorted and the lower screen is just black, sorry to be a pest but this is all new to me......

test.lua

[cichlidfan]

ahhhh, Yeah i tried easy monitor first, OK i think i have to do a reinstall of the game right? i corrected the file now the screen looks distorted and the lower screen is just black, sorry to be a pest but this is all new to me......

 

Yes, reinstall, do not use easy monitor.

 

Save a copy of your last setup file, the one that gives the black lower screen. That is probably almost perfect.

 

When you remove it make sure to delete the original install directory after removing the product. Also remove your Saved Games folder, or at least rename it.

 

Your not being a pest lots of people have trouble with this stuff, myself included at one time.;)

[Laurius]

Yes, as Cichlidfan mentioned it, your center monitor parameters are still wrong and that's probably a bit because of me since I was may be a bit confusing on this. In your .lua file, for you center monitor you should have : x = 1680, y = 1050 and aspect = 1.6. The resolution of 1680 x 2074 and aspect ratio = 0.83 should only be entered in the video options page of the sim. Unfortunatly, I can't give you insight with easy monitor since I don't use it.

 

I'm sure with Cichlidfan's help, you will make it.

[HOP_TRIZZ]

Dam, man i was hoping there was a work around for the monitor problem,

ok well after work tonight i will unistall the game delete the files save a copy of the lua file reinstall the game again and i wont use easy monitor this time what do you guys think of a touch screen lower monitor like 20 to 24 inches for gauge set up like helios system yes - no would like to do a set up like a top screen at 42 inches and 2 lower screens at 22 inches for the touch panels..

[cichlidfan]

Unfortunately, you can't work around a problem caused when another program (easy monitor) modifies the original. You need to get back to the original.

 

It really should not take long to do. I can't count how many installs I have done in the past six months, new install for each patch along with other reasons.

 

The touch screens work well from what I have seen, I just can't justify a new monitor for just that feature. A three monitor setup like you describe should be great. Helios is an excellent product. Somewhere in the pitbuilders thread is a pic of Gadroc's current setup, where he makes extensive use of touch screen displays.

 

EDIT: Here is Gadroc's pit. http://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=1286493&postcount=129 There is a link to the SCSimulations site in his sig.

 

Anyway, let us know how it goes this evening. If you run into more difficulties, just post and myself or one of the others here will get you squared away. On a positive note, if you are going to do a major Helios setup figuring this out now will make the rest easier later.

Edited September 18, 2011 by cichlidfan

[Sarge55]

Welcome HOP TRIZZ,

 

The touch screens would be great using either Helios or Hawg Touch and I beleive the best choice would be 24".

 

Do a search for "Gadroc" he developed Helios and he has a profile set and ready for setting up your controls on a single 24" monitor. Or, go here for lots of info http://www.scsimulations.com/index.php/

 

Doh! sniped....

[HOP_TRIZZ]

I'm a member of the sc site, also been looking to build a full hardcore pit for about a year i was thinking of doing all the wiring and panels from dimebugs stencils but i like the glass cockpit the utilization from the f22 raptor or the f35 raptor touch screen is so nice.....ok well whooo! hoo! everything is working thank you all for the great help, man love this site...

[cichlidfan]

Good deal. Told you we would get it. Obviously you know all about Helios then. It is great stuff, I just wish you did not have to run in windowed mode to use exports.

 

Ah well, nothing is perfect. Have fun.

[PeterP]

I just wish you did not have to run in windowed mode to use exports.

 

When you utilise SoftTH and use the "keepComposition=1" in the config - you will be able to use DCS in fullscreen-mode together with Helios.

 

What is SoftTH?

[HOP_TRIZZ]

Helios is cool like the fact you can drag and drop the files to bind them very nice, downloaded cap_larz profile just to check it out, i was looking at flims pits for sale with the aces2 seat set up, but bills bills bills, so i think i'm gonna wait, now the problem is should i do the touch screen or a larger monitor if i go larger monitor it might have to be in the 40 inch range but the touch screens are 22 inches at $249.99 to $279.99 at tiger direct and a 40 inch monitor / tv is like 399.99 to 499.99 at microcenter,

what to get first larger monitor or touch screen?

Edited September 19, 2011 by HOP_TRIZZ

[PeterP]

Touch screen!

It will open another dimension to you

- what you have done before wile looking at the screen - than have to look back again to your your keyboard/controller

- than again look back again at the screen ... - now it will be done with one finger-press!

- touch screen: the way to go! ;)

[HOP_TRIZZ]

well i just ordered the hp 2205 touch screen and dl some profiles for helios..i hope the monitor gets hear soon...