Baron - D.C. or A.C. electrics?

[FSTipster]

I'm programming a load of new annunciator warning lights for the V2 Baron panel.

What I need to know for one of them is whether the Beechcraft Baron 58 uses D.C. current or A.C?

[Brett_Henderson]

I'll venture an educated guess...

Like all cars since the 1960's, airplanes use Alternators (AC) to keep the system/battery charged... Alternators are much lighter and more efficient than (DC) generators... HOWEVER

[FSTipster]

Thanks for that Brett.

Sounds like it doesn't matter too much for what I want.

I've programmed a gauge called `DC Bus off` (I took a guess). If both alternator switches (not just one) or the engines aren't running, it illuminates.

Does that sound about right?

[Brett_Henderson]

That sounds like a gauge I'd want im my plane (real or otherwise)  

Gauge programming is one of the aspects of simming I haven't dove into (yet).  Probably because,, once you start,, where would/could you stop  ;)    I think a guy could spend as much time perfecting a set of gauges, as he could a designing the whole plane... more than I can handle...

[FSTipster]

I only really got to grips with XML gauges a coule of days ago.

However, if you've any programming experience, they're relatively easy to get a handle on. I've had some help for Rob Barendregt who's way ahead of me in this area.

I have to say you're right - I spent 16 hours solid programming the annunciator lights last night. It's an addictive experience. I also got the Panel and gauges SDK which provides all the parameters and event triggers. I'm going to have to exercise a little self-discipline with this or Baron V2 panel will remain forever under development LOL.

[jcool28]

This is sounding like a GREAT panel tip! I hope youre planning on shareing the wealth

[FSTipster]

This is sounding like a GREAT panel tip! I hope youre planning on shareing the wealth

Absolutely LOL.