DCS 2.5 Update Thread (2018)

UPDATE 6 HOTFIX
New build of Normandy 1944 map with all additions and corrections.

DCS World
Corrected Italy chevrons script for logbook by Automan.
Added F-86F RSAF skin made by CHSubZero based on PSD of Skatezilla.
Carrier doesn’t raise shield when client borned on catapult - fixed.
After saving a static template, the names of objects on the map are changed to DictKey_GroupName - fixed.
Module manager. Disable useless tabs in offline mode.
GUI. Error when trying to save template with an invalid file name - fixed.

DCS F/A-18C
Trigger error in Nevada FA-18C AA Gun and AIM-9 quickstart mission - fixed.
While internal wing tanks are disabled, aircraft doesn’t send to tanker event for terminate refueling process - fixed.
Engine Anti-Ice system, doesn’t cause caution/advisories - fixed.
Missing DUD cue restored.
Reflected CUE for CCIP bombing is mechanized correctly.
Break X/Pull Up cue is displaying when the aircraft is not pointed at the ground - fixed.

DCS Flaming Cliffs
J-11A input missing command fixed

DCS Spitfire LF Mk IX
Drop tank can’t be connected to fuel pipeline - fixed.

DCS Bf 109 K-4
MW-50 restored.

DCS Fw 190 D-9
MW-50 restored.

DCS AJS37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations
Fixed crashing issue on aircraft re-initialization (respawn, refly)
Reworked overall Sidewinder seeker behaviour.
Increased Rb-74 (AIM-9L) all-aspect capabilities.
Fixed RB24J (AIM-9P) to be properly rear-aspect.
Added Next Missile selector (FRAMSTEGN IRRB) button to bindable controls.
Re-added kneeboard settings page
Fixed trim on ground start - now defaults to 3 degrees

Campaigns
Campaigns DCS NTTR A-10C Red ■■■, DCS NTTR F-15C Red Flag, F-5E ACM, F-5E BFM, Spitfire IX Epsom was transferred to keyless DRM.

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fixed RWRs?

I jumped in and tested the harrier, its showing up again. No sounds though. I think the sound problem has been around a while though.

Ive heard the missle launch sounds etc in the past, but not now. Don’t know if its an issue tied to multiplayer or what.

Harrier RWR doesn’t seem to be working properly in single player either. No bearing lines on the HUD or sounds for me.

Chalk it up to WiP I guess. A few versions ago the sounds were working, because I remember getting the lock and launch tones from SAMs.

And you guys wonder why some of us don’t want to play with the beta? :wink:

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RWR sounds in “release” don’t work for the harrier either. Keep in mind, release is running the same Beta version we had for a few weeks, issues and all.

Currently the DCS update model has looked something like this:

Update Beta
Update Beta
Update Beta
Move Beta to Release
Update Beta
Update Beta
Update Beta
Move Beta to Release.

Looks good right? Problem is that at each beta update, new features (good) and bugs (bad) are introduced. So what ever bugs that are in the Beta version that is just prior to release, end up in the release version. And they stay there for longer. To each their own, though.

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I think it just depends on what’s game breaking to one or not. If something in beta is broken to the point it ruins things, then roll back to stable and wait for the next beta. The betas aren’t that big from what I’ve seen.

Thought I’d add that the RWR seems to work fine in beta for me with Harrier. ECM does as well.

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do you get lock tones and launch warnings? I get the symbology but not sounds, even with volume knob turned all the way.

Didn’t get launched at first, but I tested again and I get warning sounds.

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You’re never not playing with the Beta, you’re just choosing to download it on a less frequent basis :slight_smile:

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true dat.

Update just happened but I suspect they posted the wrong changelog…

As usual, just bringing the release up to date with the actual beta.

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DCS 2.5.2.19273.411

DCS Forum link: here

New build of Normandy 1944 map with all additions and corrections.
Added Spitfire IX clipped wings version.
Added bombs and external fuel tanks for Spitfire.

DCS World

  • ME. Payload panel. The payload can be renamed in all cases.
  • ME. Carrier COMM FREQ can be assigned for each ship.
  • ME. New a unit’s 2D view on the map. Units to always appear above / on top of static objects.
  • ME. New a unit’s 2D view on the map. New button (tank in plan view) was added to lower bar in ME for show the unit models.
  • ME. Ships. TACAN can be assigned to exact ship, not whole group.
  • Doors of hangar don’t open after spawn the plane - fixed.
  • Fixed crash that caused by helicopter spawn on carrier.
  • Incorrect route for AI when parking in a hangar - fixed.
  • The AI aircraft will not eject after takeoff if the carrier is deactivated.
  • Corrected Italy chevrons script for logbook by Automan.
  • Added F-86F RSAF skin made by CHSubZero based on PSD of Skatezilla.
  • Carrier doesn’t raise shield when client borned on catapult - fixed.
  • After saving a static template, the names of objects on the map are changed to DictKey_GroupName - fixed.
  • Module manager. Disable useless tabs in offline mode.
  • GUI. Error when trying to save template with an invalid file name - fixed.

DCS F/A-18C

  • Added carrier cold start instant action missions
  • Nose gear shuttle will be attach to catapult correctly.
  • Gear strut uncompression corrected.
  • The aiming of CBU corrected.
  • Waypoint number can be changed on Waypoint Data page.
  • MDI’s blank when trying to export to other displays - fixed.
  • Removed 2*Mk-83 from center pylon.
  • Unable to select AG weapon after launching AIM-7 - fixed.
  • Carrier deck. After connecting launch bar to the shuttle, player can disconnect with second key U press.
  • TACAN TTG indication errors - fixed.
  • “AA Gun and AIM-9 Sidewinder” mission corrected.
  • Course line disappears with 5 and 10 scales - fixed.
  • Added abeam distance to course line.
  • Gen Tie fixed.
  • Added third option for throttle afterburner detent.
  • UFC doesn’t display TACAN channel and status when it’s OFF - fixed.
  • TACAN callsign is missing on DDI and HUD until TCN audio volume is greater than zero - fixed.
  • Selective jettison releases rack instead stores - fixed.
  • Holes in gear bays - fixed.
  • Corrected fuel tanks pressurization cautions.
  • Mk-82 Snakeye bomb always releases retarded - fixed.
  • Caution EXT XFER is missing when external fuel available with BINGO state - fixed.
  • Rocket pods can’t be jettisoned without BRU-33 - fixed.
  • Rocket pods can’t be jettisoned from BRU-33 after rocket launch - fixed.
  • AIM-7 on LAU-115 jettison - corrected.
  • LAU-115 can’t be normally jettisoned after missile launch - fixed.
  • Single bomb can’t be jettisoned with RACK/LCHR option selected - fixed.
  • Current weapon is deselected after priority weapon has been jettisoned - fixed.
  • Priority weapon station doesn’t save - fixed.
  • Radar too easily losing contacts - fixed.
  • Systems still energized by external power despite ExtPWR switches are disabled - fixed.
  • AI F/A-18C will not try to taxi to catapult occupied by player.
  • Trigger error in Nevada FA-18C AA Gun and AIM-9 quickstart mission - fixed.
  • While internal wing tanks are disabled, aircraft doesn’t send to tanker event for terminate refueling process - fixed.
  • Engine Anti-Ice system, doesn’t cause caution/advisories - fixed.
  • Missing DUD cue restored.
  • Reflected CUE for CCIP bombing is mechanized correctly.
  • Break X/Pull Up cue is displaying when the aircraft is not pointed at the ground - fixed.

DCS CA

  • Incorrect position vehicles sight when GUI scale option is ON - fixed

DCS A-10C

  • Datalink work restored.

DCS Flaming Cliffs

  • J-11A input missing command fixed

DCS Black Shark

  • Datalink work restored.

DCS Spitfire LF Mk IX

  • Drop tank can’t be connected to fuel pipeline - fixed.

DCS Bf 109 K-4

  • MW-50 restored.

DCS Fw 190 D-9

  • MW-50 restored.

DCS UH-1H

  • Fixed crash on repair.

DCS AV-8B N/A by Razbam Simulations LLC

  • Fixed external lights flashing inside of cockpit (disco strobe issue)
  • UFC Waypoint edit and data entry logic
  • Waypoint edit via moving map and TDC
  • MPCD Compass radio logic
  • Updated LHA Tarawa model and collision model
  • Corrected braking force that was causing movement during 60% RPM engine check
  • Add keybindings for anti-ski and electrical from community (Peagle)
  • Added further keybindings and switch abstractions from community (LeCurvier and Nero.ger)
  • Removed duplicate and unused Engine Start and Engine Stop keybind, to initiate auto-start or auto-stop sequence use the commands in the “Cheat” section (default Win+Home and Win+End)
  • Training missions in Caucasus
  • Rain falling on HUD glass fixed

DCS AJS37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations

  • Fixed crashing issue on aircraft re-initialization (respawn, refly)
  • Reworked overall Sidewinder seeker behaviour.
  • Increased Rb-74 (AIM-9L) all-aspect capabilities.
  • Fixed RB24J (AIM-9P) to be properly rear-aspect.
  • Added Next Missile selector (FRAMSTEGN IRRB) button to bindable controls.
  • Re-added kneeboard settings page
  • Fixed trim on ground start - now defaults to 3 degrees

DCS M-2000C by Razbam Simulations LLC

  • Strobe lights too bright fixed
  • Rain falling on HUD glass fixed

Campaigns

  • Campaigns DCS NTTR A-10C Red ■■■, DCS NTTR F-15C Red Flag, F-5E ACM, F-5E BFM, Spitfire IX Epsom was transferred to keyless DRM.
  • Su-27 Ultimate Argument added CN localization
  • F-15C The Georgian War - corrected all missions.
  • M-2000C Red Flag Campaign - added documents.
  • A-10C Shturmovik - no progress in 11th mission fixed.
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DCS 2.5.2 Open Beta Update 7

DCS ED Forum link: here

DCS World

  • All terrains are updated.
  • Planes AI B-17G - collision during landing fixed.
  • RBK-500AO picture for all locales is added
  • Clouds generator changed to match Mission Editor settings more correctly
  • Radiomenu crash after triggered removing descent fixed
  • GUI error when loading template with linked unit fixed

Persian Gulf

  • Shiraz city, international airport and area added
  • Kerman city, airport and area added
  • Unique Gate Hotel Dubai added
  • New trees introduced

Ka-50

  • Night vision FOV shift with SSAA fixed
  • Trigger UHF_FREQ fixed

F/A-18C

  • Second (third, fourth) client now can be spawned on 2nd (3rd, 4th) catapult when 1st CAT is busy
  • Radar in STT mode will not jump to another target without players action
  • Radar SIL and STBY modes realized
  • S (single) and R (Ripple) weapons loading options added
  • Selected A/A weapon is no more displayed on radar page in RWS mode
  • Night vision goggles added
  • COMM: Manually entered frequency will no more appears in channels settings
  • Random crash when F/A-18C spawned on carrier catapult in multiplayer fixed
  • Carrier ICLS system realized
  • Radar: roll and pitch stabilization system improved when user changes elevation by discrete button commands
  • DCS C-101 by AvioDev
  • Fixed autostart for SFM (engine was not starting).
  • Added Persian Gulf Quick Start and Single missions
  • Solved nav radio issues. Several nav equipment boxes were not working.

Campaigns

  • ‘A-10C Shturmovik’ 11th mission fixed, targets can be destroyed more easy
  • ‘Mi-8MTV2 Oilfield’: fixed bug with crashing of cargoes
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Wow, Shiraz and Kerman are already added to the Persian Gulf map. I didn’t expect this so quickly.

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nice !

Viggen Addendum: here

DCS AJS-37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations

  • Fixed crashing issue on aircraft re-initialization (respawn, refly)
  • Fixed crashing issue due to ELINT page dump
  • Fixed crashing issue due to Radar texture memory issues
  • Reworked overall Sidewinder seeker behaviour.
  • Increased Rb-74 (AIM-9L) all-aspect capabilities.
  • Fixed RB24J (AIM-9P) to be properly rear-aspect.
  • Added Next Missile selector (FRAMSTEGN IRRB) button to bindable controls.
  • Re-added kneeboard settings page
  • Fixed trim on ground start - now defaults to 3 degrees
  • Added realtime mirror rendering
  • Added clickable helpers to disable mirrors
  • Completed release candidate of flight manual
  • Viggen canopy glass now uses glass shader - compatability with Kegety’s VR mod
  • Viggen canopy glass raindrop effect added
  • Overhauled night lighting
  • Improved accuracy of bombing sights
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But 12Gb’s wow I assume thats all the terrain guess I should just go to the pub till its downloaded :slight_smile: