SimTools v3 Public Beta

Nice!!, looking forward for the updates

AMS2 now working

my problem is msfs2020 specific

Zero feed to motion )-:

i gave up on MSFS2020 with Simtools 3

Purchased msfs2024 & downloaded that plugin ( through Simtools 3 interface)

no motion from that either , as with 2020 it launches msfs2024 fine & switches it’s self off when i shut down the sim

( i make sure basic movements in my working axis were saved )

“sim-connect “ did a search of folders / apps & couldn’t find anything called sim-connect
Is it something i must install ?
Pic included of what motion software installed

found this file , only one
In MSFS2024 folder
A simconnect file is in there

GOSH !!!!!that did the trick!
its like a magical miracle

massive thanks for the support yobuddy

All, I'm working on trying to build an SFX 100 (SFX80) setup. I have one actuator to the point where I'm trying to interface it and test control using simtoolsV3. I have Arduino 2560 code I am working with that takes there type of commands to control the servos.

// Packet formats:
// <5000,5000,...> — Set target positions for all motors
// <S,0,0,0010> — Set step delay to 10us*10
// <M,1,U,0025> — Move motor 1 UP by 25 steps
// <N,0,0,5000> — Set absolute position for all or one motor
// <R,0,0,0000> — Report motor positions
// <E,0,0,0000> — Report E-Stop state

I'm trying to figure out what the correct plugin is for the interface?

I'm trying to use serial and have it setup like this:
Startup: <S,0,0,0010><N,1,0,0000>
Interface: <M,1,{Axis1A},0000>

When i go to Test Setting, I see the startup commands are send to my controller, but when I move the asix sliders, i get no position commands.

I've been assuming that this has been done before (hopefully). Can anyone point me to how to get further or what I'm missing.

Thanks,
Michael

I'm trying to move my code to a faster Arduino Uno R4 Minima (I assume any R4 or newer will have this issue). The serial interface is sending bad data when testing. It comes into the Arduino as all FFs. After some searching I found a fix.

I wrote a simple C# app that mimics the Axis data sent:

private void button1_Click(object sender, EventArgs e)
{
string portName = "COM15";
int baudRate = 500000;
string message = "[D,1234,5678,8765,4321]";
int delayMs = 5;

using (SerialPort serialPort = new SerialPort(portName, baudRate))
{
try
{
serialPort.Open();
while (true)
{
serialPort.WriteLine(message);
Thread.Sleep(delayMs);
}
}

When you run this code, on the Ardunio, you get:

FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF

If you add 1 line of code before the port open:

serialPort.DtrEnable = true;
serialPort.Open();

while (true)
{
serialPort.WriteLine(message);
Thread.Sleep(delayMs);
}

Everything works as expected.

[D,1234,5678,8765,4321]
[D,1234,5678,8765,4321]
[D,1234,5678,8765,4321]
[D,1234,5678,8765,4321]

Chat GPT gives:
Feature | Arduino Uno R3 | Arduino Uno R4 Minima
---------------------------------|-----------------------------------|------------------------------------
USB-to-Serial Bridge | ATmega16U2 (USB-to-UART) | Native USB via Renesas RA4M1 MCU
USB Connector | USB-B | USB-C
USB Communication Speed | Limited by ATmega16U2 | High-speed USB 2.0
Baud Rate Handling | Fixed baud rates; software-controlled | Host-dictated; may need IDE adjustments
Hardware Serial Ports | One (pins 0 and 1) | Two (Serial1 on pins 0 and 1)
USB-to-Serial Adapter Mode | Requires separate adapter | Can emulate USB-to-Serial natively
Software Compatibility | Works with existing sketches | Some sketches may need USB adjustments

I haven't figured out any way to change my sketch to work with this. I'm hoping there is a patch or some other way to proceed?

Thanks,
Michael

Really keen on doing something like this on my drone, jut mounting an imu to base with ardunio rc transmitter to pc arduino but dont know where the data goes just wondering if there is a game patch or anything for it? maybe a tutorial? still a bit of a novice with this side of things

Hi, reading a older post on a blue tiger eleetus motion platform for flight simulators, was reaching out to see if you had any experience on what it takes to get the motion system working? A form mentioned you might have had some type of experience with blue tiger eleetus motion platforms.
I lost the original software after a hard drive failure can't get in contact with eleetus so im stuck.

Has 2 rear motors and a center pivot, it can tilt 40 degrees in any direction, was my favorite thing to fly in, if possible I
Have it opened up and I can take pictures of the electrics to see if we can figure out how to make it communicate with sim tools? Would you be willing to give it a shot and help me out?

I am using SimTools v3 feeding a Motion4Sim board, with data coming from DCS. Operation works perfectly for configuration, and all axes perform as directed both in testing and in live play. However: occasionally when testing, when returning to zero from a position of deflection, immediately after returning to zero there is a very violent jerk which appears to occur in all three axes. The same is true when flying; generally while either on the ground or in a period of low movement, incredibly violent jerks. They then seem to settle down once I am maneuvering again.

Any ideas? This is unique to SimTools and/or the DCS plugin. I have used various other software to drive the sim and do not experience this.

Wreckfest 2 just had its 3rd update, and I'm happy to report that they've added telemetry output

Info here...
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1203190/view/501708794524336554

I've already tested it with SimHub for bass shakers, gauges, dashboards, wind, etc.
All working great!

Hopefully one of the brilliant plug-in creators has an interest in this fantastic and FUN racing title, and can get motion working for us SimTools v3 users.

I have no idea how to make one myself, which is why am putting out the request here.

This telemetry output addition was such an unexpected and surprise drop for the game, but a VERY welcome one.

Gone are the days of having to use something like that Space Monkey app (I think that's what it's called), and doing memory mapping tricks in order to get Wreckfest 1 to work....now it's built into Wreckfest 2.

My fingers are crossed that a plug-in can be made some day...hoping & waiting here patiently. Cheers!

Very nice! Thanks for the heads-up! We'll see…

No prob, and my pleasure.
This game is so much fun, and a great price during the early access phase.
Dare I say it, I'm enjoying it a lot more than Assetto Corsa Evo, which is also currently in EA.
Up until now I've been using the SimTools joystick plug-in with my wheel + DIY seat mover...it works, but a REAL motion Sim plug-in would obviously be superior.

Have tested - this had no effect. In the air the jerks are worst when the jet is unloaded and calm down a bit when I maneuver. Tried a landing, and the bumps on the ground feel correct, until the jet comes to a complete stop, at which point it freaks out again.

Side note - the after-coming-to-a-stop jerks were hard enough this last time to pop some of the ball joints from my rig loose, so not just an annoying shaking or whatnot.

Hello I found the solution I made an error on the line of the axes now everything works as expected
I have a question I have scn6s it worked very with prosimu/simtools
I installed Simtools V3 normal with 4 SRT 80 and the fifth SNC6 cylinders in translation I use the same SCN interfaces and the same port as before and it does not work
Am I forced to keep prosimu/simtools to make it work? And it can put my SRT 80 in this configuration
Thank you for your return