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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/10/2006 2:31:45 PM   
RoyLFlush


 

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Status: offline 		I found that when I uninstalled the program,manually deleted ALL files and folders associated with the program,re-install and re-calibrate the Tac Con I got a successful install-the helicopters are still a problem tho.I am going to LHS today to try that on their computer
My direct email is:
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Joe

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/10/2006 3:30:08 PM   
lexhobby


 

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Status: offline 		i put fs one on my sony computer it has one of the top of the line video computer. i have run reflex , g3, and aerofly pro on this computer no problem at all. I believe reflex is the best one out now.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/10/2006 5:58:00 PM   
djbentle


 

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From: San Ramon, CA, USA
Status: offline 		I'm trying to make a decision between flight simulators, and I personally am still awaiting the resolution of the issues some have experienced. I develop software for a living and understand how common it is to have problems on initial releases of a product. I'm encouraged by the reports of the fixed wing flight model, as it seems like this is both the most important thing, and the thing least likely to change significantly. If the company can step up and fix some of the usablity issues soon, than it shows they are willing to respond to feedback and support their product. This is more important to me than the initial release being perfect.

That said, I am waiting to see that issues are resolved. Additionally, I'm really interested to hear anyone's experience with the helicopter flight model, as this is the main reason I haven't gone with an existing sim. I don't have the money for two flight simulators, and the consensus seems to be that the front runner of fixed wing is weak in helis and vice-versa. Since I don't yet have experience with flying helicopters, it's not something I can judge for myself in a demo either.

Well, that's my two cents on what I've read so far. Hopefully the brave people willing to give it an early shot keep the info coming for those of us waiting it out.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/10/2006 6:47:39 PM   
tychoc



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Status: offline 		I'm anxiously awaiting some more user feedback as well. Being in SW development myself too, I,'m not very surprised at some initial usability issues, and it seems like Horizone is dealing with them in a professional manner.

I still have not purchases any simulator since I find the $200 entry price a little steep, but I'm getting close to taking the plunge.

-tychoc

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/10/2006 7:15:40 PM   
pepatrick


 

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From: Cumming, GA, USA
Status: offline 		I am sure there will be people on here that like one over the other....kinf of like Futaba, JR, Hitech...The question is does it really matter...they are all good. I have G3, AFPD and FSOne. They all have the strengths and weaknesses. I am running on a Dell Inspiron laptop 2.1 Ghz Centrino with 2Gb of RAM and I have upgraded the video to the Nvidia 6800 Ultra (mobile card). I really think the flight model on this one is as good if not better than AFPD and G3. The install takes a while but I really like the interface on FSOne better than the others. It took me a while to figure out how everything worked, but once I figured it out it was not a big deal. I can select a plane and configure my 10x or 9303 and have it flying in a few seconds. I have not liked any of the flight sims the first few times I tried them out, but once I get used to them I like them all in one way or another.

I expect many on here are trying to install this program on an older computer. If you have anything less than a high end video card...give it up...this program will run ok on the $200.00 card at best buy...but you will get stunning effects on the higher end cards. Nvidia 6800 ultra or ATI X1400 or better will make this thing really come to life. Just my .02 worth...

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/10/2006 7:33:35 PM   
djbentle


 

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Status: offline 		I have another question, and this goes for all the sims, since it hasn't occured to me before. How is resolution selection done? Are there specific supported resolutions you pick between, then it runs full screen like most games? Or does it run windowed, so only the desktop resolution matters? How about widescreen support? I would like to run it hooked to my big screen, but to do that I have to run one of the HDTV timings, so that might be a problem if there are set resolutions, and no widescreen support.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 3:21:23 AM   
slowroller


 

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Status: offline 		Just installed FS one and so far the sim is right on. I have the Funtana 90 & 40 and the sim flys just like I'm at the field. One question about editing the CG. When i put in a new value and click OK the plane flew the same so when going back to edit it I found the CG goes back to the original setting. How do you save the changed values. Rick G

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 4:37:42 AM   
riotgear



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Status: offline 		i've been waiting for this sim for some time, but after reading this thread i am going to wait until the first or second patch before buying.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 5:25:33 AM   
RoyLFlush


 

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Status: offline 		We have discovered that the computer at the LHS has a bad memory chip-it will be replaced tomorrow and we expect to install the program with no problem
It is running smoothly on my Dell laptop-I brought it to the LHS today and,while I was working on their system, people were trying it out nonstop for two hours-this program is a BIG HIT
I gave my AFPD to my cousin-Im an FS ONE man now
Mike and Mike,thanks for your help
Joe

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 5:50:05 AM   
FSOneDev


 

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Status: offline 		BTW, the first FS One patch is currently in QA/Test prior to deployment. Pending an okay in testing by the QA team, this patch should be available late tomorrow afternoon or sometime on Thursday via the FS One web site. This patch addresses the calibration and re-calibration issue that some people have experienced.

RoyLFlush -- How did things work out today at your LHS as you helped them with their installations?

Slowroller -- We'll be addressing the cg issue in the next couple of days with a new patch. Sorry for the inconvenience in the meantime...

DJBentle -- FS One can run in an automatic full screen mode (default), a user-specified full screen resolution, or a windowed mode (user-specified resolution and placement). Wide screen support is available, right out of the box. For example, it works great on my 1920x1200 24" widescreen LCD. It really makes it seem like you're actually at the field!

RiotGear -- Your cautious approach towards a new software product is understandable. However, the second patch should be ready in a couple of days, so you might not have to wait much longer to meet your two-patch criteria!

All -- When InertiaSoft set out to develop FS One with Hangar9, our goal was to develop a great simulation product for the hobby but also to support that product with patches, updates, expansions, etc. Although we performed extensive testing over many, many months, some issues may have evaded detection. During this initial release period, we're working hard to quickly respond to any issues identified by our customers. The InertiaSoft development and engineering team has an extensive range of aeronautical engineering experience as well as many years of flight simulation development experience for military and commercial flight training organizations around the world. We leveraged that background/experience to develop FS One, and now we'll focus that capability in providing patches and support in the days and weeks ahead.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 5:57:50 AM   
FSOneDev


 

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Status: offline 		RoyLFlush -- I was typing my reply (above) while you were replying. I'm glad to see that things worked out well at your LHS today. Hopefully, the installation will work well after getting the memory replaced.

By the way, if you don't mind, what are the specs on your Dell laptop and which model is it? It's always good to hear what sort of systems can handle the sim well. Thx.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 7:57:21 AM   
RoyLFlush


 

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Status: offline 		Im running it on a Dell,Inspiron E1505 with P-4,Core 2 Duo 2 gig processor,1 gb Mem,upgraded ATI Radeon x-1400 card with 256 mem.
Just a note FYI-it hiccups a lot when I run off the battery-if Im plugged in its smooth although it seems that when I run an aircraft for the first time,it loads and runs slower and stutters a bit.After that everything speeds up and runs smoother.

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RE: FS one by Horizon Hobbies - 10/11/2006 10:13:56 AM   
drksky1056


 

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From: Bloomington, IL, USA
Status: offline 		RoyLFlush - That LHS didn't happen to be Venture, did it? I drove up there from Bloomington on Sunday cause I needed a servo...bad...and they said that they had had it running, but something was wrong with the computer. I seriously considered offering my services as a tech, but I had a friend with me and he was getting antsy to get home. I really wanted to try it out while I was there and would have bought it had I liked it...

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