FMS and JR

[Griffo]

Hi

Can someone please help me I’ve just downloaded SmartPropo from http://www.interq.or.jp/japan/cyber/fms ... ual_e.html and installed it I’ve got a JR X-378 radio running in SPCM mode my problem is when using FMS I can fly all the aeroplanes ok but nothing happens when I try and fly any of the helicopters why? I’ve tried my radio in all modes and using the mic in on my sound card but with no luck I’d appreciate any help ….. Thanks.

Kevin

[Kenneth]

I have no idea what the package is you are using, but try and run your radio in PPM. It should work.

[Eric Brouwer]

Hi Kenneth

Glad to hear that you were able to get SmartPropo to work. One day when I'm big, I might get it to work myself.

As far as I know, SmartPropo makes provision for both PPM and PCM signals, as long as you loaded the correct dll file into the FMS directory.

When setting up for choppers, you must assign your controls to the Pich, Roll, Nick and Tail for FMS to work.

Hope this will help.

[DaveP]

Hey JR Kids,

Just today, I found this sim software, forum, and thankfully, the JR Propo audio interface. Hmmm, seems I didn't need to order the RS232 interface I ordered 5 minutes before finding the link . . . suspect I'll find use for it though.

I was able to get everything loaded and through a bit monkey business with different sound setting, I can now fly airplanes, gliders, and helis. Seems smooth in control, no glitches in surfaces. I took screen shots of the settings I'm using, can cobble something together if anyone is interested.

Next, will see if I can set up heli mode for 3D flying. I have an old Helix brand heli sim that used a Tx so have a little experience there. Yes, I fly RC Heli, but to date save the radical stuff for software (much cheaper).

System Profile:

Win2000
800 MHz notebook
JR Tx (388, 8103, and 10SX II). Started with the older 388 just in case something blew up, but about to hook up my 8103 and see what I can do.
Regular (commercial) trainer cord for the audio/Tx interface

I've been searching for a sim that I can use to teach a kid to fly RC gliders (before we get to the field). This software more than fills the bill as I can now also teach him basic thermal techniques. This is assuming he can pry the Tx from my mesmerized fingers!!!

Cheers!

Dave

[Mike Roberts]

Kevin

The helicopters use a different mapping to fixed wing. I had the same problem when I first used FMS. In Mapping/Calibration apply the same mapping data you have in 1-4(fixed wing) to 5-8(helicopters) and you will be running. The helicopters are great!

Cheers

Mike