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Dual PC Question

Discussion in 'SimTools DIY Version' started by CoachKalk, Sep 16, 2014.

  1. CoachKalk

    CoachKalk Member

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    While I am waiting for a new JRK, I figured I would try to set up a dual PC for controlling purposes.

    My first question is do I need to have my JRK's plugged in to test? Or will SimTools still send Game Data - Input even though I have no controllers/motors hooked up to do anything.

    I followed the instructions in the FAQ section and everything followed along fine. I successfully changed the IP address in GameManager so it was "Connected" just like the instructions showed. On my second PC I opened GameEngine and Tuning Center. I am not getting any Game Data Input but that may be caused by me trying to test with "stuff" hooked up.

    My second question is regarding LFS. I know the plugin is/was included in the SimTools download, but how do I get the zipped plugin by itself for my PC2? Or do both PC's have to have SimTools and the games themselves?

    Thanks,
    Steve
    CoachKalk, Sep 16, 2014
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  2. eaorobbie

    eaorobbie Well-Known Member SimTools Developer Gold Contributor

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    Need to install SimTools on both PCs , LFS plugin will install too.
    eaorobbie, Sep 16, 2014
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  3. CoachKalk

    CoachKalk Member

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    @eaorobbie - I have SimTools on both but I was trying No Limits not LFS. I will try LFS next to see if I can receive data input on my PC2. Do you know if I can test the PC set ups without the JRK's plugged in?
    CoachKalk, Sep 16, 2014
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  4. eaorobbie

    eaorobbie Well-Known Member SimTools Developer Gold Contributor

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    No needs an interface setup. But actually doesn't need to be plugged in SimTools will let out a couple of beeps to warn you an interface error has occurred.
    eaorobbie, Sep 16, 2014
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  5. value1

    value1 Nerd SimAxe Beta Tester SimTools Developer Gold Contributor

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    @CoachKalk: you don't need to have the JRK's plugged in but you need to have the interfaces defined and axis assigned! Otherwise there will be no data in Tuning Window!
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    value1, Sep 17, 2014
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