FS2020, SimConnect, Logitech/Saitek Instruments, 4th Display ForeFlight and More!

In this video, we discuss the newly-released Sept. 2 Patch version 1.7.14.0 for FS2020 that solves the SimConnect issues. We show what remaining bugs there are, discuss 4th monitor implementation, and ForeFlight.

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Set-up: three (3) 1920x1080p TVs (HD) using nVidia RTX 2080 Super card with 8GB VRAM and 4th display 1920x1080.

[scoross]

Your heading bug jumping around as well as trying to do slight adjustments in altitude etc, are caused by the software from the honeycomb yoke and the logitech software. Un-assign all the switches on the the panel switches. The actual buttons on the yoke itself don't need to be unassigned. The switches on the flighti-switch panel will work fine. The two red and two white switches on the panel of the yoke, and the light switches as well. Also un-assign the key start on the right side of the yoke panel. I did that and now the adjustments on the logitech flight multipanel adjust as they are supposed to.

[harpoon_bakery]

Big things I'm hoping are on the horizon: 1) Replays 2) true mulit-monitor 3) VR 4) faster frame-rates 5) more true-to-life flight dynamics with the exception of the Cessna 152 which is really great as-is 6) scenery issues and aberrations 7) DirectX 12 (this can't come faster - please Asobo!!!!) 8) Ground speed issues jumping around. Great stuff !! thanks for sharing.

[ThomasGrillo]

It really is refreshing to see the panels working in FS2020, now. I'm with you, on stretching, or extending your surround view, across the multiple monitors. On the one hand, separate monitors is ideal for true world representation, the stretch method is allowing you to actually see the aircraft interior, included in your view. It has merit, as you say. I'll be using your method of stretching across the monitors, until I can afford the full on physical flight deck. I've only got a couple of GoFlight panels, at the moment. Just the basic autopilot, and gear/flaps/trim panel. I think GoFlight may still have some annunciator panels, similar to the one in your flight deck. Thanks for the video.

[ThorinOakenshieldGSD]

My question would be why aren't the screens centered so the middle screen is looking out the front of the aircraft and the side screens looking out the side of the aircraft? More of a box shape?

[leepateman]

there is now a download on logitech support that runs the panels without the need for spadnext or any other 3rd party software

[mykey]

Ok, I got the saitek instrument panels and I need to know how to turn off the LED buttons on them. I was able to get into the xml file and make the menus on the left disappear but the left side LED buttons are still on. Can anyone help me with this?

[cherfblessedman]

Thanks for sharing. How do you setup three monitors for Microsoft FS 2020 please?

[tompetroff]

i cant get windows 10 to see the latest drivers for my flight instrument panel. I was able to get it to work using drivers from 2017 but the left buttons do not work. Any Suggestions? You are running 6 and I cant get even one to work.

[davidlopez]

Hi! It's working with A320, but only if you start to flying from runway ready to fly. If you start your flight from the gate or parking with the engines, lights, etc off it will not work

[clovenwizard]

Hello, How did you get the bip panel working with msfs 2020 i have one id like to use. Thanks

[xg]

Thank you very much. 2 questions : -how do you manage to have 60 FPS with 3 screens, what are the FS2020 settings and hardware used ? Because I have only 25-30 FPS max with Surround 5760*1080 i9-9900 and RTX 2080, ssd nvme, 48 Go RAM...
-do you use SpaceDesk wich enables multiple screen with tablets unwired and the right Alt key in FS2020 which duplicates any instrument or screen?

[florianblonske]

I use a tablet for glasscockpit. Connected via „Spacedesk“. I can use ur tablet or/and smartphone to expand your desktop. When you maximize the pfd u can drag it to your tablet or smartphone. The device only have to be in the same network as the pc. You don’t need any port on your graphicscard.

[wildmanjoangauthier]

Hello, how did you manage to install Saitek instruments on FS 2020? Do you have a patch?

[observer]

Objectionable or not, as long as you like is all that matters. I like it too. Nice rig. Thumbs up.

[aspoonfulofknowledge]

I have the almost the exact same setup, and now it is 2021. Do you have any suggestions on how to get my instruments configured for MSFS 2020 such as a video or manual? Do I need to revert to XPlane. I want to use it to actually learn how to fly. I am struggling to get my panel operational. Hope you can help?

[gs]

How did you get the Saitek FIPs working? Mine apparently turn on but when I run Spad it says that it was not found because the drivers are not installed. I only find the MSFS2020 pulgin and I installed it, what saitek drivers am I missing? However, the buttons work in Spad but they dont show nothing, just backlight. What I´m missing? Any help is appreciated.

[hoonchung]

Hi, I use VolairSim and am trying to run msfs 2020. When I use Spad.next as admin, it comes up with warning that says “Saitek DirectOutputService has been running! Communications with the FIP devices might be disturbed and you might experience...” What should be done in this case? Thanks for your help in advance.

[Ethelsbarrelracing]

the touch screen has to be set to monitor 1 and be the main monitor as i have done the same thing in my sim with a 7" touch other wise the touch feature won't work that is a windows 10 issue

[kevinkoolkef]

HI! I am using a Volair Panel (I love it) and have the similar setup except that I am using an ipad for the six pack but I have problems getting my BIP to work. Everything else works in Xplane11 but none of the Saitek gauges work on FS2020. You mentioned Spad for the setup. I would appreciate if you could assist me in the installation steps. I sent Rachelle a picture of my setup when I ordered the accessory panel to house the GNS530. Appreciate your help in getting my gauges to work.

[ounet]

Hello, I have a GPU 1070 and 3 monitors and I do not have 64 fps. depending where I am it about 28-33 fps. what is your custom graphics for fs2020 ? my cpu is ryzen 3600X, 32 Go ram