I know little about simpit architecture or projecting to a screen rather than using a PC monitor but anxious to learn the pros and cons. I do agree with JBaymore comments reference immursion into the flight experience but would think that a higher resolution would play a role in the overall clarity of the presentation.
And, snippyfsxer, may I ask you to please refrain from making insinuating comments about how individuals run FSX on the fly. You have no idea how I run my rig and poor Titan Bow probably doesn't know what you are talking about. In your previous posts, you included two screens from your three monitor rig insinuating that your center screen represented what I or anyone else would see on their one monitor. That prompted me to provide a couple of similar screens, and which are not zoomed all the way out, so people could properly see the difference for themselves. I only got involved answering you in the first place because in your first responce to Titan Bow, you told him that he could buy three 21 inch monitors, resolution 1680x1050 and achieve a resolution of 5040x1050. That simply was and is not true. Yes your field of vision is better than one monitor. However, In my opinion, two monitor edges or even one disecting the instrument panel when your inside the cockpit is not realistic.
I am interested in improving the FOV for my current FSX PC configuration but not sure the best way to go about it. The one thing I do know, is what a realistic cockpit on the ground and in flight should represent in the way of inside and outside views. This is based on my experience over a twenty year period as a Master Army Aviator. I have flown both as pilot and instructor pilot in all kinds of weather and in eight different fixed wing (single and multi engine)and 4 different helicopters (Utility and Cargo). If you want a thrill, climb into a Bell H13 helicopter with the doors off and take it to 10,000 feet. It's like sitting in a chair at that altitude. By the way, the Bell H13 is the two place helo (Used in MASH) with the bubble and in my opinion, gives you the best FOV of any aircraft.
Now for immursion. This is not new to me. I have designed two platforms that are attached to both arms of my computer chair which adjusts in height and reclines. My joystick and trottles sit on top attached with Velcro. And of course I have a set of pedals. All this with my computer sits in a computer room. I achieve complete immursion after dark. Since all my computer components are black, by closing the door, pulling down the shade, and turning off the light, All I see in front of me is a lighted screen with no border. Probably the least expensive simpit. Very enjoyable.
I also read your last reply to me before you removed it. What did you call me - I believe it was diabolical fiend or something like that. Do you think I ought to change my call sign to that?
One last comment. I spend a great deal of time reviewing lots of different postings. I find it very commendable to see the number of times that you have come to the aid of individuals with your detailed comments. For what it's worth, I think we are getting closer to that same page.
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