#1 phoenix update
Verfasst: 03.09.2007 21:24:32
August 24th 2007
1.04 Update released
The final release of out 1.04 update is now available from the downloads section. This update contains a huge number of new features and improvements and also contains new models and some bug fixes for the previous versions of Phoenix:
New Features
-fully destructible aircraft: wings, control surfaces, landing gear and rotor-blades can break off with realistic sound-effects. Breakages are fully physically modelled and effect flight characteristics.
-Failures panel:
___-setup preset or random failures of engine(s) and control surfaces.
-all-new window system:
___-resize simulator window with your mouse to any size
___-set a fullscreen mode and swap between windowed and fullscreen
___-minimised/maximised/normal modes all saved and independant
___-select different refresh rates in fullscreen
-all-new configurable streamer system:
___-set different streamers for wing-tips and tail-plane
___-choose from a selection of patterns and colours, or make your own streamers
___-fully physics-driven streamers fall when not under power, and lie along the ground
___-streamer combat now allows you to cut your opponent's streamers realistically
-copy and paste support between Phoenix and Microsoft Windows
-new semi-automatic CCPM demixing system
-add models to your favourite aircraft list for quick swapping
-control profile system expanded to allow different controls for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.
-improved phoenixUpdate system makes updating easier and faster.
-wind-sock with realistic flag effect
-software idle-up, gyro-gain and model-reset
-HDR lighting effects for extra realism
-competitions and training-modes in online multiplayer
-ability to edit aircraft online
-sky-compass helps show your position against clear skies more easily
-control expo can now be optionally set per model using the edit-aircraft > fine-tuning menu
-all-new sound library for crisper effects and enhanced compatibility
-fuel failures can be reset by clicking the warning indicator
-streamlined variant creation tools
-extra variants added for performance models
-transmitter Calibration, CCPM demixing and New Profile Wizards all redesigned to be clearer, with more concise diagrams.
-problems with duplicating/editing stock profiles fixed
Improvements
-physics changes:
aaa-helicopter:
aaaaaa-autorotation dynamics reworked
aaaaaa-tail mechanics fixed
aaaaaa-gyro behaviour enhanced
aaaaaa-torque effects enhanced
aaaaaa-translational lift improved
aaaaaa-hover stability and drifting more realistic
aaaaaa-gusts and turbulence more greatly affect orientation
aaaaaa-more editable parameters for tail and gyro setup
aaa-fixed-wing:
aaaaaa-even more accurate tip-stall behaviour
aaaaaa-enhanced engine sounds
aaaaaa-more editable parameters for fine-tuning stalling behaviour
-change how Phoenix reacts when you crash your model
-brand new User Interface system - clearer, more precise useability
-expanded and combined simulation and system settings menus
-enhanced transmitter calibration menus make setting your transmitter up easier than ever before.
-more information and descriptions on all aircraft
-enhanced controller display
-onscreen controller now support modes 1,2,3 and 4 setups.
-easier, faster control mapping profile setup
-more preset control profiles, including preset 25% expo variations
-automatic split-screen mode detection and setup
-zoom in and out during flight with your mouse and/or keyboard
-more training options for current modes
-more expert demonstrations with tips and hints
-more realistic grass effects
-enhanced wind compass
-night-flying glow effects enhanced and optimised
-flight information bar shows collective pitch
-maximum wind-speed increased
-ability to set random wind direction
-smoke system improved and optimised for extra realism
-aircraft and sceneries relit and retouched
-more first-start help screens and tips
Bugs fixed
-slider precision
-heading-hold gyro switching
-collision errors fixed
-variants and control profile naming issues
-orientations now work with layouts
Please navigate to the downloads section now to install this update.
1.04 Update released
The final release of out 1.04 update is now available from the downloads section. This update contains a huge number of new features and improvements and also contains new models and some bug fixes for the previous versions of Phoenix:
New Features
-fully destructible aircraft: wings, control surfaces, landing gear and rotor-blades can break off with realistic sound-effects. Breakages are fully physically modelled and effect flight characteristics.
-Failures panel:
___-setup preset or random failures of engine(s) and control surfaces.
-all-new window system:
___-resize simulator window with your mouse to any size
___-set a fullscreen mode and swap between windowed and fullscreen
___-minimised/maximised/normal modes all saved and independant
___-select different refresh rates in fullscreen
-all-new configurable streamer system:
___-set different streamers for wing-tips and tail-plane
___-choose from a selection of patterns and colours, or make your own streamers
___-fully physics-driven streamers fall when not under power, and lie along the ground
___-streamer combat now allows you to cut your opponent's streamers realistically
-copy and paste support between Phoenix and Microsoft Windows
-new semi-automatic CCPM demixing system
-add models to your favourite aircraft list for quick swapping
-control profile system expanded to allow different controls for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.
-improved phoenixUpdate system makes updating easier and faster.
-wind-sock with realistic flag effect
-software idle-up, gyro-gain and model-reset
-HDR lighting effects for extra realism
-competitions and training-modes in online multiplayer
-ability to edit aircraft online
-sky-compass helps show your position against clear skies more easily
-control expo can now be optionally set per model using the edit-aircraft > fine-tuning menu
-all-new sound library for crisper effects and enhanced compatibility
-fuel failures can be reset by clicking the warning indicator
-streamlined variant creation tools
-extra variants added for performance models
-transmitter Calibration, CCPM demixing and New Profile Wizards all redesigned to be clearer, with more concise diagrams.
-problems with duplicating/editing stock profiles fixed
Improvements
-physics changes:
aaa-helicopter:
aaaaaa-autorotation dynamics reworked
aaaaaa-tail mechanics fixed
aaaaaa-gyro behaviour enhanced
aaaaaa-torque effects enhanced
aaaaaa-translational lift improved
aaaaaa-hover stability and drifting more realistic
aaaaaa-gusts and turbulence more greatly affect orientation
aaaaaa-more editable parameters for tail and gyro setup
aaa-fixed-wing:
aaaaaa-even more accurate tip-stall behaviour
aaaaaa-enhanced engine sounds
aaaaaa-more editable parameters for fine-tuning stalling behaviour
-change how Phoenix reacts when you crash your model
-brand new User Interface system - clearer, more precise useability
-expanded and combined simulation and system settings menus
-enhanced transmitter calibration menus make setting your transmitter up easier than ever before.
-more information and descriptions on all aircraft
-enhanced controller display
-onscreen controller now support modes 1,2,3 and 4 setups.
-easier, faster control mapping profile setup
-more preset control profiles, including preset 25% expo variations
-automatic split-screen mode detection and setup
-zoom in and out during flight with your mouse and/or keyboard
-more training options for current modes
-more expert demonstrations with tips and hints
-more realistic grass effects
-enhanced wind compass
-night-flying glow effects enhanced and optimised
-flight information bar shows collective pitch
-maximum wind-speed increased
-ability to set random wind direction
-smoke system improved and optimised for extra realism
-aircraft and sceneries relit and retouched
-more first-start help screens and tips
Bugs fixed
-slider precision
-heading-hold gyro switching
-collision errors fixed
-variants and control profile naming issues
-orientations now work with layouts
Please navigate to the downloads section now to install this update.