Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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todarrell
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

Post by todarrell »

I used four types of audio systems to give the sim an immersive sound & feel.

1. Sonos surround system The soundbar and bass sub are outside of fuselage, and the two Sonos Play are mounted behind each seat.
2. Bose PC speakers are inside the fuselage, above the rudder pedals, mounted through the firewall.
3. ButtKicker vibration system - I mounted to the fuselage frame behind / under the seats. This gives is a true cockpit feel.
4. Flight Sounds interface Aviation headset in to USB out providing an authentic VHF sound. I added a PTT interface card wired to both pilot and co pilot sticks PTT button. This allows ATC (VATSIM) or (Pilot Edge) to only hear transmission when the PTT button is pressed.

I had the Sonos and Bose systems already in the house. I purchased the ButtKicker and the Flight Sounds Interface.

The Sound Control Panel settings on the PC allowed me to control what sound goes to what device. It took a long time to get the sound correct but I think I've finally dialed it in.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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What is the latest progress?
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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In case someone is interested… we (a German flying club) also got hold of TWO diamond SIM units. We brought one back to live in a setup and with software that is nearly identical with the original diamond sim. Check the link for pictures.

https://flugplatz-genderkingen.de/simulator/

The second unit has not been used so far. In case some has interest in the unit please PM me.
Hans Kavasch
Flying Club MDG (http://www.edmq.de), Germany
DA40TDI 2.0s CD155, G1000, D4.325, D-EDKY
DA42 2.0 CD135, 42.049, D-GDON
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