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Question Output testing working, LFS telemetry working, no motion

Discussion in 'New users start here - FAQ' started by arminglf, Jun 7, 2024.

  1. arminglf

    arminglf New Member

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    Hi all,

    Just wanted to test Simtools with LFS and everything seems to be fine although there is no motion.

    I'm using the Thanos demo (DIY) controller, I set up the interface (Thanos) do the output testing and everything is fine, all four actuators (SFX100) work.

    I did one race on LFS before installing the plugin. When I start the plugin for motion I can hear the motors sort of engaging, then I start diving and I can see that Simtools is getting the telemetry because I can see all the values moving for the 6 DOF, however this is not translating to motion for some reason.

    I've tried Simtools v3 and v2, uninstalling/re-installing the software and the plugin but same result, telemetry ok, output testing working, but no motion.

    Only thing I haven't tried is to re-install LFS, but given that Simtools is getting the telemetry it sounds like it's more on the Simtools side.

    All other software are closed.

    What else can I try, am I missing any step?
    arminglf, Jun 7, 2024
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  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    Does Output Testing work as expected?

    Can you please post pictures of all of your settings, including the Tuning Center while LFS is running.
    noorbeast, Jun 7, 2024
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  3. arminglf

    arminglf New Member

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    Yes output testing work as expected, when I click on test settings the rig comes up to parking position and then I can move all actuators with the sliders.

    See photos attached, not sure if I'm missing any screen. Thanks.

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    arminglf, Jun 7, 2024
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  4. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    This shows the plugin seems to be working, as there is telemetry in the In line, so try driving at about 85% and Capture then Save, the settings, after that tweak to suit.

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    noorbeast, Jun 7, 2024
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  5. arminglf

    arminglf New Member

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    Yep plugin is working but for some reason the actuators are not moving at all. They move when doing the output testing but not with the game, no idea why. I thought maybe something with the controller but I guess output testing wouldn't work if that's the case.
    arminglf, Jun 7, 2024
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  6. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    If Output Testing works then it is a patching or configuration issue. So perhaps unpatch, use LFS for a race then repatch.

    Please post a picture of your Axis Assignments.
    noorbeast, Jun 7, 2024
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