Changin Viewpoints in aircraft, how do you do it?

[IcraveAkro]

Hey all,

I just got Eaglesofts Citation X and I noticed that the viewpoint is very low and even shifted to the right. I know there is a way to change the viewpoint but I cant remember how to do it and if anyone can help me out I'd really appreciate it!!!

Cheers,
Bill

[RAFAIR100]

I had this problem with FS9 until some kindly soul pointed out that the viewpoint adjustment only works in a virtual cockpit display.     You probably knew that anyway.    In my 2D panels, I use shift/enter and shift/backspace to move my eyepoint up and down.

[Groundbound1]

You could try the F1View Utility.

[dave3cu]

Default VC eyepoint is in the aircraft.cfg file:

[Views]
eyepoint= -3.95, -0.85, 2.1      

[KC Jones]

[quote]Default VC eyepoint is in the aircraft.cfg file:

[Views]
eyepoint= -3.95, -0.85, 2.1      

[beaky]

It's very simple to go into the Controls/Assignments/View Commands menu... either use the default commands, or create your own.

Changing the default viewpoint for an aircraft isn't that hard, either... but knowing the basic commands helps you figure out where you want it, and works well for trying out a new model.

[dave3cu]

KC,

'Reference datum' should have read 'reference datum position'. It is a point, defined by the author in the aircraft.cfg file, from which all other defined points in the aircraft.cfg file are measured.

[KC Jones]

[quote]KC,

'Reference datum' should have read 'reference datum position'. It is a point, defined by the author in the aircraft.cfg file, from which all other defined points in the aircraft.cfg file are measured.

[Romflyer]

KC, I'm a bit confused about why these position settings are effecting you if your using trackir.....If I could make a few suggestions about getting the most out of your trackir.....on your stick/yoke pick two buttons that are easy access (preferably for your thumb) go into the trackir program and instead of f9 and f12 for center and on/off assign these two easy access buttons, when in the simulator you turn on trackir(if not on by default) sit in a comfortable position and press the centering button that you have assigned........if you are too zoomed in, then lean forward a little bit and press the centering button again,now when you relax back into your comfortable position you will be slightly zoomed out  8-) the same method applies for up and down, if your to low by default then lean down slightly before you press the center button, when you sit back up straight you will be able to see over the panel comfortably............trackir is fairly new to me also, but I tell you what!.........there is no going back, it's just the most amasing device, and I've wanted it for so long and I cant believe I didnt do it sooner
hopefully these ideas are of some help to you
Rom

[KC Jones]

[quote]KC, I'm a bit confused about why these position settings are effecting you if your using trackir.....If I could make a few suggestions about getting the most out of your trackir.....on your stick/yoke pick two buttons that are easy access (preferably for your thumb) go into the trackir program and instead of f9 and f12 for center and on/off assign these two easy access buttons, when in the simulator you turn on trackir(if not on by default) sit in a comfortable position and press the centering button that you have assigned........if you are too zoomed in, then lean forward a little bit and press the centering button again,now when you relax back into your comfortable position you will be slightly zoomed out

[Mitch.]

KC Jones,
Please upload all pictures to the Simviation server, keeping images under 150kb in size. It slows down the forum when you post link shots. And could you please upload your signature too, making sure its under 30kb.

Thankyou.

[Romflyer]

KC
instead of using contrl-enter or contrl-backsp which moves your veiw point back and forth, you should try going into keyboard assignments and re-assign

[IcraveAkro]

Thanks everyone for the awesome advice!!! I finally got the viewpoint just right in my Eaglesoft Citation X!! Thanks a million to everyone!!!

[KC Jones]

[quote]KC
instead of using contrl-enter or contrl-backsp which moves your veiw point back and forth, you should try going into keyboard assignments and re-assign

[dave3cu]

KC,

Re: PS-Now if I only.........

Goto Settings>Air Traffic Control

Uncheck 'Show ATC text'
Check 'Auto-open ATC window"

The ATC window will pop up when ATC calls you.

If you have to review an ATC call, you can goto the kneeboard.

Dave