Free sim for mac ?

tombo242 · Posted: Wed Jan 18, 2012 8:52 pm Post subject:

I can't use the keyboaed either Tom. I use the RealFlight controller (hate the 'cartoon' software, uninstalled that) but it was a gift from a friend. What I like about this controller is that it runs completely from the USB socket whereas the DX6i has to have battery power on to work. Also it does save wear & tear on the DX6i. Difference in flight is hardly noticeable, your brain seems to adapt like driving 2 cars.

Here's a link so you can see it. If you do go for a USB controller make sure that it is a 6 channel one. The 4 channel are cheaper but restrict your use of ClearView. These controllers come up on ebay at times but like I said make sure that it's a 6 channel one. Here's a good ebay example. I would use GoofBay to put in a snipe of $20.10 at 2 secs to go. Could cost a lot less, I got 8 servos for $0.01, came in yesterdays post.

Tom.
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carr52 · Posted: Wed Jan 18, 2012 11:50 pm Post subject:

Too windy to go outside and fly the smaller heli's and I dont have the cable for the ClearView software yet. Looks like indoor play time. Thought about going to Wal Mart and getting a controller for a PS3 but my body isn't complying to the lets go go order. Maybe later. I did get to take the 3 chanel DH 9100 out last night before it got dark. It's amazing how little wind it takes to make it climb on it's own. Thought I was going to lose it in the trees.

Does anyone here use a PS3 controller for ClearView?

Tom
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tombo242 · Posted: Thu Jan 19, 2012 2:19 am Post subject:

Save writing it all out Tom,

Try this link to a thread on the ClearView Forum.

Tom.
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carr52 · Posted: Thu Jan 19, 2012 4:08 am Post subject:

Thanks Tombo. Guess I'm just anxious to get on the flight sim.

Tom
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tombo242 · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 1:13 am Post subject:

I spend hours on it Tom. So much better than mindless games.

Tom.
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carr52 · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:36 am Post subject:

Well I'm on it now using a PS3 controller my brother gave me. I have rudder, throttle,aileron, and elevator. Haven't figured out the idle up and throttle hold. Not that I need idle up. Having a toughtime just staying in the air. I could use some help on the settings. What kind of rate and expo settings to use. This PS3 thing is real touchy. Thanks all.
Tom
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tombo242 · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 7:34 am Post subject:

Hi Tom,

Rate & expo are set in ClearView not on the controller.

If you want a 'really easy to fly' heli, then my own "Wee Jock" is the one. You'll find it here at the bottom of my models. (Scroll well down the page.)

Tom.
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carr52 · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 8:01 am Post subject:

Thats in the sim list? I'll look for the next time I turn it on. I need an easy one to start with. That PS3 controller is really hard to use.
Tom
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carr52 · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 8:05 am Post subject:

How do I use those models? Do I have to download them to my PC or something?
Tom
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tombo242 · Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2012 4:11 am Post subject:

carr52 · Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2012 5:23 am Post subject:

Oh,ok thanks Tombo, I downloaded the wee jock. I think I did it right. I'll have to check out the read me file. Told ya I'm losy with computers. Ain't no telling what I downloaded. Thanks again.

Tom
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tombo242 · Posted: Sun Jan 22, 2012 7:21 am Post subject:

If you need some detailed instructions Tom, just give me a PM. Sure we can sort it out.

Tom.
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