custom09 Posted March 2, 2013 Posted March 2, 2013 Hey, I'm new to this game and I'm still trying to learn everything, so that being said I have a few questions... I'm just going to ask one for now and that is how do I install an update? I have version 1.1.1.1 and I'm getting anoying msgs from my wingman telling me to rejoin or wheels up if I'm trying to land and rearm. I found a patch on the DCS website 1.1.1.1 but it says that it is for 1.1.1.0 only it also says that it has corrected the wingman rejoin msg. Can I install that patch? If I can how do I do it? I purchased my game through Steam if that makes a difference. Other then the wingman msg everything seems to work fine so far. If I tell him to anchor here that seems to correct the problem, but I would still prefer to fix it properly. Thanks
Konrad Friedrich Posted March 2, 2013 Posted March 2, 2013 (edited) I guess you mean version 1.1.1.1 of the A-10C? It's best to download DCS: World and the up-to-date module of the A-10C. You can use your ver. 1.1.1.1. key-code to activate that version. DCS: world has an auto updater - so no need to bother with updates anymore ;) DCS World is here: http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/index.php?ProductId=21&end_pos=137&scr=product&lang=en Here is the A-10C Version 1.2.3 : http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/index.php?scr=product&ProductId=8&end_pos=136&lang=en DCS World is quite big. It takes a while to download. In addition you get the Su-25 for free. If you want to go online you need DCS World. Btw: The AI wingman is not the smartest guy who ever sat in the cockpit of a A-10C... ;) Meanwhile the AI wingman executes commands way better than before, but in the end you have the most fun when you fly online with other virtual pilots. And you learn more and faster. ...and there is plenty to learn... :D Edited March 2, 2013 by Konrad Friedrich
custom09 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Posted March 3, 2013 Thanks for the info. I'm currently downloading DCS word and A-10C 1.2.3. Once they're done how do I install them? Do I just open the .exe file, or do I have to put them in a special folder somewhere? I agree there is plenty to learn, it can be quite overwhelming sometimes. I probably should've started with a simpler flight game but this one is lots of fun. I am currently using the Thrustmaster T16000. It's ok but will probably upgrade to something better in the near future. I've also just discovered TrackIR which I think will be my next purchase since looking around with the hat switch is starting to get tireing.
Konrad Friedrich Posted March 3, 2013 Posted March 3, 2013 You can install DCS world into a folder according to your requirements. e.g. I've installed it into my games folder. You need all four downloads! You'll end up with four files: one Setup file and three data files. All 4 files should be downloaded and put into one folder before launching setup. Filenames are of importance, don't rename anything. Run the Setup (DCS_World_en_1.2.3.9871_134.exe). DCS will create another folder in your windows user folder (C:\user\*your_user_name*\saved games\DCS) where it will store your config files, screenshots, tracks, custom missions. After installing 'World' you just install the 'A-10C module'. When the installer asks where to install, simply point it to the 'DCS World' folder. Run DCS World. I think the programm will ask for the activation key when you load a A-10 mission for the first time. Just enter the key code and confirm. After succesfully installing World and the A-10C module you can remove the standalone 1.1.1.1 version of the A-10 from your harddrive. You don't need it anymore.
Konrad Friedrich Posted March 3, 2013 Posted March 3, 2013 I agree there is plenty to learn, it can be quite overwhelming sometimes. I probably should've started with a simpler flight game but this one is lots of fun. I am currently using the Thrustmaster T16000. It's ok but will probably upgrade to something better in the near future. I've also just discovered TrackIR which I think will be my next purchase since looking around with the hat switch is starting to get tireing. You won't call it a flight 'game' anymore, once you've noticed that it is a simulation. :smilewink: The TM16000 is a quite good and very precise stick - but it may be a little bit difficult to fly the plane and cope with all the buttons and switches in the cockpit and remember all these keyboard commands... ;) You should get something like e.g. the Saitek X-52. The TM Warthog is the holy grail for this simulation - but it's quite expensive... well... I have never regretted that I bought it. ;) Rudders are nice, too (a must for the TM Warthog, it has no twist stick). And a pair of TM MFCD's... :music_whistling: A head tracking device is an essential part of the simulation experience. I use TrackIr for years now. But you can also check out FaceTrackNoIr. You can find it here: http://facetracknoir.sourceforge.net/home/default.htm All you need is a good webcam. FaceTrack is a non commercial programm released under 'General Public License (GNU)'. Which means that it is free (but you may donate some bucks if you find it useful;)). Check them out - it's compatible with DCS. I'm sure somewhere in the forum you'll find help setting it up. You'll be surprised by the tremendous boost of immersion into the simulation.:smilewink: :pilotfly: Happy flying - and welcome to the addiction ;)
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