VC panel question

Hey Guys
I am working on my first VC panel and have a small problem. I make the panel part then a texture for it called $panel, the texture is pure black. But when I load it in FS9 the texture turns reflective and shinny, What am I doing wrong?
Thanks
Chris
I am working on my first VC panel and have a small problem. I make the panel part then a texture for it called $panel, the texture is pure black. But when I load it in FS9 the texture turns reflective and shinny, What am I doing wrong?
Thanks
Chris