PMDG General Forum

Lefteris,Some while back I heard that you were taking a 3-4 week break from the PMDG737 before you started serious work on the module to link to Aerosoft's 747MCP.How are things going? Do you have a planned release date? Flying the 737 is great but making adjustments to the MCP with the mouse definitely isn't.Cheers,

At this time I'm glad how to use the FMC because I learned it from the 767PIC documents. Is there a manual written for the PMDG FMC?

Hi! i Have just installed the last patch with the VNAV update, but i'm still having problmes. When i go from CLB to CRZ(with VNAV), i can't open the "CLB" page on the fmc. same problem from CRZ to DES, as soon as the descent starts i can't open the "CRZ" page on the FMC. Are anyone else having this problems?Greetings, Roar Nicolaisen

Hi all,Most of the time I am unable to select engines with the E key. I can only select engine 2 by pressing and holding the E AND 2 key a while. Selecting engine 1 in the same manner works, but there is no way I can select both engines again. I try pressing and holding E+1+2 but only engine 1 or 2 is selected. I try pressing E,1,2 very quickly, no luck. Only when I reload the aircraft in FS2004 both engines are selected again.I have the same problem with the doors. Door #1 is no problem, but any higher numbered exit is not selectable.Again: sometimes selecting engines/exits is fine, but 90% of the time I have these problems. I do select the proper aircraft with multiple …

-remove tool-Install 737 main-Run FS2004-No dll error-Register (in windowed mode either can't see register window)-Done-Take off... all good just HYD on the warning indicator problem (switch on the overhead in good position)-update to FULL 1.1 -respect c:Program filesMicrosoft Gamesfs9-tip 2 files mian update and fs9 required files-Run FS2004 and see PMDGOPTIONS.DLL error :-( grrrrrrr-Go to fs9/modules PMDGOPTIONS.DLL version 1.0.1.1-Run FS2004, choose C172-Try to load 737/600 and have this error: "MAG VAR INIT"Can't find MS FLIGHT SIMULATOR REGISTRY TREE, are you sure it was installed properly?.........Sure it was!!!!I will fly PMDG on the main version if PMDG developpe…

I dont own this product but I am following this NG release very closely because of my deep respect for the PMDG team. I do plan to purchase very soon (I want to refromat my HD first).Right, VNAV. I believe this issue comes up with every advanced panel/program that utilizes it. I remember sitting in the captains seat in a apu powered up 767 in Caracas on the ramp for several hours one night (no I am not and ATP - a power failure in the terminal and most folks got off and sat in the dark and the heat at the immigration intake - me I stayed on the plane with packs on, cold drinks and the flight crew) talking with the FO. This was around the time PIC came out. We talked …

Hi there,after i have installed the SU1 full, i have difficulties in using the LNAv. for instance, when i enter the route say from YMML to NZAA and all the runways needed, and then pressing LNAV botton it said that NO ACTIVE ROUTEcan anyone help me out pls!!

Finally solved the incredibly slow bootup problems I was getting with PMDG... and similarly slow FS2002 exit times... and did it with a mouseclick! (or two).Playing with a Desktop Shortcut for another well-known sim (which needs an interface program to allow it to run with WinXP), I suddenly thought to have a look at how my FS2002.exe file was set up. Rightclicking on the file and selecting "Properties", then "Compatability", I noticed that Compatibility box had a green tick in it (Unfortunately, I can't recall what was selected). I deselected the green tick and then clicked on the FS2000 icon to see if this had helped any.I booted up FS2002 and much to my surprise, when …

A couple of moments ago I read about that with the latest patch, the registration scheme for activating the 737NG changed.I'm now unsure what data exactly (credit card number, order number, order data, password sent to me by e-mail when I ordered etc.) I need to preserve to allow me to enable the software once I'd need to do this again.Andreas

Captains-Service Update 1-1 is available from the PMDG 737 Operators Information Center:http://www.precisionmanuals.com/PAGES/737support.htmPLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE TWO VERSIONS!The full 15MB version is for anyone who has not yet installed SERVICE UPDATE 1. If you are just installing the update now for the first time, you will need the full 15MB version.The SERVICE UPDATE MINI version (2MB) is for those who have SU1 installed and running already.This update is primarily a VNAV enhancement, with corrections for a few things that broke in SU1 such as fuel prediction.The only other changes are as follows:-Updated Cockpit Eyeball Position for 2D cockpit views-Added Version…

Hello allI know that subject has been discussed but I done all was recommended-use removal tool-uninstall FS 2004-reinstall FS 2004-install PMDG 737 Main (and not run it)-install New update 1.1 (26 august)-aware to install in the good folder (c:program filesmicrosoft gamesfs9-tip boxes for the required FS9 filesand when I run FS2004 always that error message!! -try in the FS9.cfg with [oldmodules] PMDGOPTIONS.DLL=1 don't work....I don't know what to do :-( In FS2002 all was working fine (great job!)(I have uninstall it)Anyone to help please (I know that users are on the same situation)XP PRO FS2004 FRThanks and good flightLaurent LFLW

Heo!What represent the maneuvering speed indications on the speed tape on the PFD? The minimal or maximal maneuvering speed for that flap setting?Regards, Nejc

I lost SET IRS POS line on FMC INIT page after update from clean initialinstallation. there was there before. And still there is no line on FMC after mini update 1-1. Is there anybody who solve the issue or Do I have to reinstall 737TNG ? I appreciate your help.

I've been flying around with 757 and generated a few Flight Plans. I can't load any of them again.When I click the button at the right of LOAD I receive the following message.FMC exception caused in DLLMouseClick - control id 1It happens always since I can remember. I can save any though...I've searched the forum and found only Control id 8 and no solution to that message. I hope there is for my little problem.Thanks for any help___ JJLobo ___55 11 37268158

HelloAfter 35 testflights i have one question: Is the Airacft Overpowered?Ok let me summary:737-700 ZFW: 45,7 to Fuel 6,5toIn VNAV Mode with N1 derated-2 I have in FL 210 a VS 3000ft/min and IAS 315....hm strange (with no winds)After takeoff climbing from 3000ft until FL100 he climb in VNAV with 5000-6000ft/min and that is not normal, all in derated-2.And next in FL 300 with same load config, climb with 3200ft/min to FL370 without any speed lost.Yesterday i flown in real 737-700 and spoken with the Capt. and FO and I told my observation during my testflights and he insure me that this behavior are not normal....I dont know what i shoud think, but any other observation??Ad…

Hello,I'm starting the aircraft from a cold and dark state and I want to bring it to a state where I can program the FMC before starting the engines, in other words, just need electrical power, so here are the steps I'm following:From the Overhead panel:1. turn ON the BAT switch, (DC VOLTS indicates 23, and BAT DISCHARGE light is ON)2. turn ON GRD PWR (BAT DISCHARGE light is off)3. turn on the AFT 1 fuel pump4. start the APU5. turn ON the 2 APU GENAt this point my understanding is that the APU generators are generating electrical power for the system and are charging the bateries.What I notice is that the DC VOLTS continuously decreases and when it reaches 16, I loose pow…

Hello guysI have some trouble with takeoff. I can't manage to hold the v2+20 speed, and I don't know how to correctly retract flaps. To give you some info on my first problem:Before takeoff, I select 5 degree flap and set the trim to 5,25. When lined up on the runway, I let the N1 stabilze on 40%, and select TOGA. When I hear the call for rotate, I smoothly pulls back the stick, and I'm trying to follow the FD. But I can't manage this. The plane just continue to roll, and I haft to push the stick forward and reduce the trim setting to awoid stalling.what am i doing wrong? I have searched the forum and I have not seen somebody ellls have this problem, so it has to be me th…

Hi All,I disconnected my A/T while in VNAV/LNAV A/P Mode and it didn't seem to want to maintain a proper amount of descent. I had my MCP ALT set at 4,000 and was out of about 15,000. As I gave it some throttle the nose seemed to come up even more, to pretty much level flight before I backed off and reengaged A/T. Can someone shed some light on this? I may be having many more questions coming up in the future. Hope that's ok. :)Jim Richards

Does anyone have a full set of Abnormal Procedures?I'm trying to make sense of these questions posted on another forum by a 737-700 F/O (English is not his native tongue by the way, so make allowances, please)."2- There is a knowledge procedure on the Cockpit Companion book that says that if normal B hyd. system is lost, and the LED's are extended, they can be raised by arming the master alternate flaps switch, and then using the alt flaps toggle switch to up to retract them, using the PTU pressure. QRH procedure will lead me to put the B FLT CONTROL switch to STBY RUD. In order to apply the procedurementioned above, the B FLT CONTROL switch must be left in STBY RUD, or i…

Hi all,Question, How do I save a flight plan in the FMC. Doing a flight from Gatwick to Palma in my Easyjet 737 is great but everytime I do it I have to re-do the FP again and again. Any help would be appreciated.Si Jones

Last March, before the FS2002 737 Release, I posted a question regarding the B777 for Fly!2. I have had trouble getting the ILS to work right. I know its a problem b/c once in a long while, everything seems to go as expected. But for the life of me (trust me, I've tried), I cannot seem to figure out why it isn't work nearly all the time.Here is a link to prior postings on this topic....http://forums.avsim.net/dcboard.php?az=sho...ing_type=searchI have attached two screen-shots on approach to Oslo, Norway. I tried everything from manually tuning, etc., but got nothing. I would really appreciate it if someone could help me figure out why this isn't working.Please note that …

Hi!I've registered the 737 some time ago and I'm missing something totally unimportant - my preferred livery: Hapag Lloyd Express (the ones looking like an old NYC YellowCab).Since nobody has done it yet, I've decided to do it myself. I've found some information about painting in this forum, tried it, even had some success. The livery of HLX is quite complex (compared to my abilities :-)) so I did an easy one first, Germania. They are mostly white (like the PaintKit) and easy to draw.Please help me with two questions:* guess this is a really stupid one :+, didn't find the answer in a forum or groups.google, so the solution must be kind of obvious: One side of the fuselage…

After waiting for the main patches to come out, I purchased the 737NG today. What a wonderful experience thus far. I'm very impressed with the whole package. The sounds are some of the best I've ever heard. The visual model is, in my opinion, the best 737 model I've ever seen. Although some have found fault with it, I really like the panel graphics - simple and easy to see, read, and use.The autopilot .. am I mistaken, or has somebody been doing some Laplacian algebra to get this baby working this well? The way it turns to intercept navaids is fantastic, and I can only assume that some real world control theory was applied to the programming.The gauges are also better tha…

quite amusing to see condoleezza rice in the cockpit of my Lauda 737-700. i wasn't aware that she has an ATPL...:-)BTW: can i replace her face with another one?stu

G'day,I keep losing electrical power during my preflight when the APU is powering the busses.I have power to most systems like hydraulic pumps but my EFIS is completely blank as are the MCP windows.The moment I select an engine start switch to ground, power returns.Is this a problem with the old battery drain issue that has existed with Flight Sim for so long?If so, how can I get around it without registering FSUIPC, I understand FSUIPC used to have a fix for the battery drain problem.Many thanks,Tom