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FlyThisSim TouchTrainer® Set-up Guide

Setup Guide

FlyThisSim L.L.C.

102 Cross St. Suite 110

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(844) SIM-AVIO

(844) 746-2846

Thank you for purchasing the TouchTrainer® by FlyThisSim. We take pride in providing you with one of the most advanced personal flight trainers on the market. Before we shipped the TouchTrainer® to you, we pre-configured all of the software, calibrated all of the hardware, and tested the entire assembled system. However, we had to disassemble it for shipping, so there are a there are a few preflight checks that need to be done. In about 45 minutes or less, you should be ready for takeoff in your brand new TouchTrainer®.

Please be aware that because we are always improving our product, there may be minor differences between your system

and the one shown in this document.

Table of Contents

List of Figures ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 1: Assembling Hardware ........................................................................................................................................... 6

Section 1: Unpacking .......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Section 2: Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................... 9

TouchTrainer® Table and Base ...................................................................................................................................... 9

TouchTrainer® Computer ............................................................................................................................................. 12

TouchTrainer® MAIN Monitor .................................................................................................................................... 14

TouchTrainer® AUX Monitor ...................................................................................................................................... 15

TouchTrainer® Joystick................................................................................................................................................ 16

TouchTrainer® Yoke and TPM Panel .......................................................................................................................... 18

TouchTrainer® Throttle Lever ..................................................................................................................................... 19

TouchTrainer® Rudder Pedals ..................................................................................................................................... 22

TouchTrainer® VISX Monitors .................................................................................................................................... 23

Chapter 2: System Startup..................................................................................................................................................... 27

Airplane Start-Up Procedures: Before you begin ............................................................................................................. 28

Cirrus Avidyne and Analog Start-Up Procedure .............................................................................................................. 29

Cirrus Perspective Start-Up Procedure ............................................................................................................................. 31

Steam Gauge (Analog) Start-Up Procedure ...................................................................................................................... 33

Garmin G1000 Start-Up Procedure ................................................................................................................................... 35

Diamond Analog Startup Procedure ................................................................................................................................. 37

Diamond G1000 Startup Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 39

Beech Analog Startup Procedure ...................................................................................................................................... 41

Beech G1000 Startup Procedure ...................................................................................................................................... 41

Piper Analog Startup Procedure ....................................................................................................................................... 42

Piper Avidyne Startup Procedure ...................................................................................................................................... 43

Shutdown Procedure (All Panels) ..................................................................................................................................... 44

Chapter 3: Standard Operating Procedures ........................................................................................................................... 45

Control Layout ................................................................................................................................................................... 45

Selecting an Aircraft ......................................................................................................................................................... 46

Instructors Operation Station (I.O.S.): Setting location, fuel, and weather ..................................................................... 47

Setting Time and Weather................................................................................................................................................. 48

Aircraft Failures ................................................................................................................................................................ 48

Loading a Scenario (NEW!!!) ........................................................................................................................................... 49

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Logging time as an FAA approved Basic Aviation Training Device ............................................................................... 50

Chapter 4: Other Information ................................................................................................................................................ 50

Configuring X-Plane Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 50

Changing Graphics Settings .......................................................................................................................................... 50

Configuring Buttons and Switches ............................................................................................................................... 51

Fetching and Installing Nav Data Updates........................................................................................................................ 51

Upgrading SimAVIO ........................................................................................................................................................... 52

Using TeamViewer ........................................................................................................................................................... 52

Computer Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 54

Product Warranties and Online Manuals .......................................................................................................................... 54

Computer Specifications for FTS RED ............................................................................................................................ 55

Product Warranties and Online Manuals .......................................................................................................................... 55

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................. 56

Chapter 6: Documentation .................................................................................................................................................... 68

FAA Approval Copy ......................................................................................................................................................... 68

Certificate of Title ............................................................................................................................................................. 71

List of Figures

Figure 1: Accessories, CDs, and Manual ................................................................................................................................. 8

Figure 2: USB Adapters ........................................................................................................................................................... 8

Figure 3: Leg Assembly for the TouchTrainer Table................................................................................................................ 9

Figure 4: Underside of TouchTrainer® base as packed ......................................................................................................... 10

Figure 5: Topside of TouchTrainer® Base .............................................................................................................................. 11

Figure 6: Attaching cables to the back of the computer....................................................................................................... 12

Figure 7: Plugging in Wi-Fi Adapter to Front of Computer for Commercial Edition ............................................................. 12

Figure 8: Connecting visual cables to the back of the VISX computer .................................................................................. 13

Figure 9: Connecting cables to the back of the 23" MAIN display ........................................................................................ 14

Figure 10: Affixing the MAIN monitor bracket ...................................................................................................................... 14

Figure 11: Affixing the MAIN monitor bracket to the base .................................................................................................. 15

Figure 12: Connecting cables to the AUX monitor ................................................................................................................ 15

Figure 13: Affixing the AUX monitor to the base .................................................................................................................. 16

Figure 14: Joystick location overview ................................................................................................................................... 16

Figure 15: Placing the joystick in the slot .............................................................................................................................. 17

Figure 16: Affixing the joystick in place ................................................................................................................................ 17

Figure 17: Installing the Yoke (View from under the table) .................................................................................................. 18

Figure 18: Installing the TPM ................................................................................................................................................ 18

Figure 19: Nut Inserts for Linear Throttles ............................................................................................................................ 19

Figure 20: Twin Throttle Lever .............................................................................................................................................. 20

Figure 21: Hardware Required for Changing From Single to Twin Throttle Lever ................................................................ 20

Figure 22: Views from the Rear of the Single and Twin Throttles ........................................................................................ 21

Figure 23: Connecting the throttle USB cable....................................................................................................................... 21

Figure 24: Pushing the throttle cable through the notch in TouchTrainer® base ................................................................ 21

Figure 25: Adjusting the tension on the rudder pedals ........................................................................................................ 22

Figure 26: Disassembled VISX System ................................................................................................................................... 23

Figure 27: Bolting the left cross-member to the central member ........................................................................................ 23

Figure 28: Assembled Cross Members (viewing from the back) .......................................................................................... 23

Figure 29: Attaching the Cross Members to the Left Upright ............................................................................................... 24

Figure 30: Attaching the Assembly to the Right Upright ...................................................................................................... 24

Figure 31: Backside of a bolted VISX Monitor ....................................................................................................................... 24

Figure 32: Attaching the VISX Monitors ................................................................................................................................ 24

Figure 33: Plugging into the VISX Monitors .......................................................................................................................... 25

Figure 34: Placing the VISX System on the table .................................................................................................................. 25

Figure 35: Bolting the uprights to the bases ......................................................................................................................... 25

Figure 36: VisX Power Plug Located Behind the Center Monitor on the Underside of the Junction Box ............................ 26

Figure 37: TouchTrainer Power Plug Located at the Rear of the Base of the Left VisX Upright ........................................... 26

Figure 38: TouchTrainer® Supervisor startup screen ............................................................................................................ 27

Figure 39: Cirrus Avidyne Panel with no power .................................................................................................................... 29

Figure 40: Cirrus Avidyne Panel after engine start ............................................................................................................... 29

Figure 41: Cirrus Avidyne Panel ready for takeoff ................................................................................................................ 30

Figure 42: Cirrus Perspective Panel with no power .............................................................................................................. 31

Figure 43: Cirrus Perspective Panel after engine start ......................................................................................................... 31

Figure 44: Cirrus Perspective Panel with avionics activated ................................................................................................. 32

Figure 45: Cirrus Perspective Panel with Flight Plan display. ............................................................................................... 32

Figure 46: Cirrus Perspective Panel ready for takeoff .......................................................................................................... 32

Figure 47: Cessna Analog with no power .............................................................................................................................. 33

Figure 48: Cessna Analog after engine start ......................................................................................................................... 34

Figure 49: Cessna Garmin G100 with no power ................................................................................................................... 35

Figure 50: Cessna Garmin G1000 after essential bus powered on ....................................................................................... 35

Figure 51: Cessna Garmin G1000 after avionics bus powered on ........................................................................................ 36

Figure 52: Cessna Garmin G1000 ready for take-off ............................................................................................................ 36

Figure 53: Diamond Analog Panel with no power ................................................................................................................ 37

Figure 54: Diamond Analog Panel afteGNS-430 start ........................................................................................................... 37

Figure 55: Diamond Analog Panel ready for takeoff ............................................................................................................. 38

Figure 56: Diamond G1000 Panel with no power ................................................................................................................. 39

Figure 57: Diamond G1000 Panel after MFD bootup ........................................................................................................... 39

Figure 58: Diamond G1000 Panel after engine start ............................................................................................................ 40

Figure 59: Diamond G1000 Panel ready for takeoff ............................................................................................................. 40

Figure 60: Bonanza Analog after Engine Start ...................................................................................................................... 41

Figure 61: Bonzana G1000 after Engine Start ....................................................................................................................... 42

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Figure 62: Piper Arrow after Engine Start ............................................................................................................................. 43

Figure 63: Yoke Controls ....................................................................................................................................................... 45

Figure 64: Joystick Controls .................................................................................................................................................. 45

Figure 65: SimAVIO command buttons ................................................................................................................................. 46

Figure 66: Aircraft Selection Folders ..................................................................................................................................... 46

Figure 67: IOS screen ............................................................................................................................................................ 47

Figure 68: Weather and Time ............................................................................................................................................... 48

 Figure 69: Aircraft Failures ............................................................................................................................................ 48

Figure 70: Nav Data icon on the desktop .............................................................................................................................. 51

Figure 71: Popup downloads window ................................................................................................................................... 51

Figure 72: FTS Version Check Utility ..................................................................................................................................... 52

Figure 73: TeamViewer icon in the system tray ................................................................................................................... 52

Figure 74: TeamViewer options window .............................................................................................................................. 53

Figure 75: Options Menu ...................................................................................................................................................... 56

Figure 76: Configuring the Surround Displays options ......................................................................................................... 56

Figure 77: Locking the Taskbar ............................................................................................................................................. 57

Figure 78: Configure Surround Menu ................................................................................................................................... 57

Figure 79: Configure Display for Surround Menu ................................................................................................................. 57

Figure 80: Connect Displays as Shown .................................................................................................................................. 58

Figure 81: Apply Configurations ............................................................................................................................................ 58

Figure 82: Bezel Correction Selection ................................................................................................................................... 59

Figure 83: Bezel Width Adjustment Menu ............................................................................................................................ 59

Figure 84: Change Resolution Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 60

Figure 85: Setting Up Multiple Displays – Arranging the Main Touch Monitor .................................................................... 61

Figure 86: Setting up Multiple Displays - Arranging the Aux Monitor .................................................................................. 62

Figure 87: Screen Resolution window................................................................................................................................... 63

Figure 88: eGalaxTouch Configure Utility ............................................................................................................................. 64

Figure 89: Main display Monitor Mapping. Press the space bar on this screen .................................................................. 64

Figure 90: Aux Display Monitor Mapping. Tap the screen to map this display ................................................................... 64

Figure 91: The "Waiting for Connection" screen .................................................................................................................. 66

Figure 92: Certificate of Title Document Format .................................................................................................................. 71

Chapter 1: Assembling Hardware

Basic Touch Trainer Items

Base

Planar

Monitor/Bracket

AUX Monitor/Bracket

Computer

Rudder Pedals/

Extensions

1 2

Rudder Floor Pads

Keyboard & Mouse

FAA Framed Letter 1

WiFi USB Dongle

X-Plane USB

(COMMERCIAL USE

ONLY)

Cirrus Hardware Items

Joystick

Throttle

Throttle Handle

Cessna Hardware Items

Yoke

Throttle

Beech Hardware Items

Twin Throttle (attach bracket)

This chapter will guide you through the process of assembling your new TouchTrainer® so that it is ready to power up. Following these directions exactly will guarantee that you have your TouchTrainer® assembled quickly and easily. Hardware assembly should take between 15 and 30 minutes.

Section 1: Unpacking

First, carefully unpack and inspect the items delivered for transit damage. The contents delivered should match the packing list found below. It is recommended that you save all packaging materials until the manufacturer’s warranty period expires. See Chapter 4 for warranty information.

Table 1: Packing List

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QTY

TOUCHTRAINER® HARDWARE

QTY

THROTTLE LEVER HARDWARE

M6x15 Bolts (2 in Joystick slot in base)

Thumbscrews

Vesa Pan Head Screws

QTY

VISX HARDWARE

QTY

TABLE LEG HARDWARE

M6x11 Bolts

Large Phillips Head Bolts

M6x15 Bolts

M6x11 Bolts

M6 Nuts

M4 Nuts

¼” Lock Washers

Nylon Washers

ITEM

Acer Monitor

VisX Horizontal R/L/C

VisX Vertical Left

VisX Vertical Right

3 1 1

Power Cable

ITEM

Table

Leg

Feet

Modesty Plate

ITEM

Hardware Packs

4 Bags*

ITEM

Allen Wrench

Screw/Socket Driver

Nut-Driver 7/10

ITEM

Windows 7 Disk

Motherboard Drivers Disk

X-Plane Disks (HOME USE ONLY)

TouchTrainer Disk

Optional Purchase Items:

Included in your shipment is an envelope containing several items needed to assemble your TouchTrainer®.

Table 2: Hardware Packs*

Wireless Network Adaptor

(Comes plugged into

Computer)

Keyboard & Mouse Adaptor

(Comes plugged into

computer)

X-Plane Commercial Adaptor

(Not included for Home-Use

version)

Figure 1: Accessories, CDs, and Manual

Figure 2: USB Adapters

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Modesty Plate Attachment Inserts

Section 2: Assembly

This section will walk you through the complete assembly of your TouchTrainer® system from start to finish.

TouchTrainer® Table and Base

If you purchased a table along with your TouchTrainer®, then your plastic base will arrive fastened to the table. If you did not purchase a table, you may skip to the next page.

To construct the table, unpack the two table legs and table, and place the table upside down on a flat surface.

1) First attach both legs to the bottom of the table using the M6 screws and your included Allen Wrench.

2) Next, attach the modesty plate to the inside of the legs using the 4 supplied screws

3) Attach the “feet” of the legs using the Philips Head large screws onto the leg pieces.

Figure 3: Leg Assembly for the TouchTrainer Table

Your TouchTrainer® comes pre-wired and your TouchTrainer® wires and components also come pre-labeled. The only thing you need to do is connect like-numbered cables to their respective ports.

There are five main wire harnesses that connect all the components of your TouchTrainer®, shown in Figure 4 on the next page.

(A) Joystick

USB Jack

AUX Monitor

Harness

(B)Single/Twin

Throttle and Yoke

USB Jack

MAIN Monitor

Harness

Computer

Harness

Power

Junction Box

 Computer Harness

o (1) Computer power o (2) MAIN monitor HDMI o (3) AUX monitor DVI o (4) AUX monitor USB o (5) MAIN monitor USB o (6) X-Plane USB key (Commercial) o (6) * Twin (for twin aircraft) o (7) Rudder Pedals o (8) Throttle Quadrant o (9) Joystick (or Yoke) o (D) Keyboard/Mouse Adapter o (E) Wi-Fi USB Dongle o (E) ** X-Plane USB key o (F) **Wi-Fi USB Dongle

*The “Twin” should only be plugged in for twin engine configurations. ** If you have a commercial system, the X-Plane USB will be in (E) and Wi-Fi (E) will be plugged into (F) on the front USB header. NOTE: If you purchased a TouchTrainer® with a table, you may skip to the TouchTrainer® Computer Section.

1) Begin with the base upside down on a flat surface (Figure 4). Take note of the various wiring harnesses.

 AUX Monitor Harness

 MAIN Monitor Harness

 (A) Joystick USB Jack  (B) Single Throttle USB Jack  (C) Twin Throttle USB Jack  Power Junction Box

o (L) *(VISX) VISX Primary DVI o (R) *(VISX) VISX Primary HDMI o (C) *(VISX) VISX Secondary DVI

o (10) Power o (11) DVI o (12) USB

o (13) Power o (14) USB o (15) HDMI

Figure 4: Underside of TouchTrainer® base as packed

Note: The cables pictured may look slightly different than those attached to your base.

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MAIN Monitor

Harness

Computer

Harness

AUX Monitor

Harness

Joystick

Harness

Computer

Harness

2) Flip your TouchTrainer® base over and take note of where the cable harnesses are (Figure 5).

Figure 5: Topside of TouchTrainer® Base

TouchTrainer® Computer

Rudder

Single Throttle

Wi-Fi Adapter

Main Monitor USB

Main Monitor

HDMI

Joystick/Yoke

AUX Monitor

DVI

X-Plane USB

Key2

Keyboard/Mouse

Receiver

Wi-Fi Adapter

Twin Throttle

1) Place the computer into the large slot on the back of the TouchTrainer® base.

Note: Do not power on the computer yet.

2) If you have a TouchTrainer® with a VisX system skip to step 3. For a TouchTrainer® without a VisX system,

connect all cables to the back of the computer as shown in Figure 6.

Figure 6: Attaching cables to the back of the computer

Note: If you purchased the TouchTrainer® Commercial edition, the X-Plane Commercial USB Key will be plugged into

port E, and the Wi-Fi Adapter will move to the front of the computer in port F, as shown in Figure 7:

Figure 7: Plugging in Wi-Fi Adapter to Front of Computer for Commercial Edition

3) For the TouchTrainer® VisX system, plug all cables into the rear computer ports EXACTLY as shown in Figure

6, except now you have 3 more inputs coming from the 3 VisX monitors, which plug into the slots as shown in Figure 8.

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Center VISX DVI

Right VISX HDMI

Left VISX DVI

MAIN Monitor HDMI

AUX Monitor DVI

4) Each cable should be labeled for the appropriate slots. Failure to plug devices into their correct slot could result in

connectivity issues. If you have the VISX system, you MUST wait until you have installed the external visual before setting up the computer.

Figure 8: Connecting visual cables to the back of the VISX computer

TouchTrainer® MAIN Monitor

Power

HDMI

USB

1) Connect the power, USB, and HDMI cables to the MAIN monitor (Figure 9).

Figure 9: Connecting cables to the back of the 23" MAIN display

2) Attach the MAIN monitor bracket using the four Vesa screws in the back of the MAIN monitor with a Phillips-

head screwdriver, (Figure 10).

Figure 10: Affixing the MAIN monitor bracket

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USB

Power

DVI

3) Using the supplied Allen wrench, secure the MAIN monitor bracket to the base using M6x15 bolts (Figure 11).

Figure 11: Affixing the MAIN monitor bracket to the base

TouchTrainer® AUX Monitor

1) Connect the power, DVI, and USB cables to the AUX monitor (Figure 12).

Figure 12: Connecting cables to the AUX monitor

2) Use the supplied Allen wrench to attach the AUX monitor to the base using M6x15 bolts (Figure 13).

Angled

M6x15 bolts

Joystick

Harness

Joystick

Harness

Joystick

Screw-holes

Figure 13: Affixing the AUX monitor to the base

TouchTrainer® Joystick

If your TouchTrainer® comes with a yoke and not a joystick, skip ahead to the yoke section.

1) The hole for the joystick is pre-cut and pre-drilled (Figure 14).

Figure 14: Joystick location overview

2) Attach the joystick USB cable to the joystick harness, feed the remaining cable through the hole, and place the

joystick into the slot (Figure 15).

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Figure 15: Placing the joystick in the slot

3) Screw the two bracket clamps into the pre-drilled holes in the upper-right and lower-left corners of the slot

(Figure 16). This keeps the joystick in place during operation.

Figure 16: Affixing the joystick in place

TouchTrainer® Yoke and TPM Panel

Toggle Clamp

TPM Bracket Captive Screws

If your TouchTrainer® does not come with a yoke and/or a TPM panel, skip this section.

1) The table has a slot cut for the Yoke, and a catch bracket on top. Slide the yoke into place and flip the toggle

clamps on the underside of the table to hold the yoke in place, as shown below, then connect the USB cables appropriately to the cable labeled “Yoke A”.

Figure 17: Installing the Yoke (View from under the table)

2) The TPM panel comes pre-attached to a bracket with two captive screws that fits into a bracket on the right side

of the table. Slide the TPM panel into its slot on the underside of the table, as shown below, tighten the two captive screws, and then connect the USB cables appropriately to the cable labeled “Single B”.

Figure 18: Installing the TPM

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Screw Points

Single Throttle

Twin Throttle

TouchTrainer® Throttle Lever

If your TouchTrainer® does not come with a single or twin linear throttle, skip this section.

1) The base has nut insert holes located on the right side and on the front face of the base. For the single throttle,

insert the included thumbscrews into the rightmost and middle nut inserts, and for the twin throttle, insert the thumbscrews into the rightmost and leftmost nut inserts (see Figure 19). Do not screw these in completely, leaving a small gap between the head of the screw and the base.

Figure 19: Nut Inserts for Linear Throttles

2) If the bracket is already attached to your single lever, skip to step 4. To attach the bracket to your single throttle,

take the bracket included with your throttle and using 2 Vesa Pan Head screws, screw the bracket onto the back of the throttle.

3) If the bracket is already attached to your twin throttle lever, skip to step 4. To attach the twin throttle bracket,

place the two throttles side by side, with the throttle whose cable is labeled “Single B” on the right when looking from the back, see Figure 20. Using 4 Vesa Pan Head screws, screw the bracket onto the back of the two throttles. You may need to change the handles to match the layout of your aircraft (the default layout is seen in Figure 20, left to right T T P P M M).

Single Throttle Bracket

Vesa Pan Head Screws

TPM knobs/caps

Twin Throttle Bracket

Figure 20: Twin Throttle Lever

4) Take your single or twin throttle lever and place it on the M6 screws you attached to the base, then screw those in

tightly using the included Allen wrench.

5) The final step in the setup of your throttle lever is to connect the USB cables appropriately under the table,

directly behind the throttle lever you have just installed.

Note: You must connect the cables to the appropriate matching cables labeled under the table.

Changing Between a Single and Twin Throttle:

1) Remove the throttle from the TouchTrainer®, and unscrew the bracket from the back of the throttle.

Figure 21: Hardware Required for Changing From Single to Twin Throttle Lever

2) Bring together the two throttles, with the throttle including the wire labeled “Single B” on the right side of the

two (when looking at them from the back, where you mount the bracket, see Figure 21).

3) Next, attach the twin throttle bracket to the back of the throttles using the same Vesa Pan Head screws used

for the single. Please note that the twin throttle bracket requires 4 of the Vesa screws while the single only requires 2.

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Screw Points

Throttle With Cable Labeled “Single B”

Throttle With Cable

Figure 22: Views from the Rear of the Single and Twin Throttles

Once you have the bracket attached to the appropriate throttle for your aircraft, you are now ready to attach it to the

TouchTrainer® Base. Before setting the throttle onto the thumbscrews, you must connect the cable. If you purchased a table with your TouchTrainer®, only do step 1.

1) Attach the throttle USB cable to the USB port labeled “B” on the underside of the base.

Figure 23: Connecting the throttle USB cable

2) Push the throttle cable into the notch in the base (Figure 24)

Figure 24: Pushing the throttle cable through the notch in TouchTrainer® base

3) Now place the throttle onto the thumbscrews and tighten for rigidity.

TouchTrainer® Rudder Pedals

Pedal

Tensioner

Rudder

Extensions

Your TouchTrainer® system comes with rudder pedals which will need to be set up.

1) Place the pedals underneath the table or desk you will be using. Depending on your floor surface, you may need

to use the included Velcro strips or place a rubber mat underneath the pedals in order to keep them from slipping when in use. Attach the Rudder Pedal Extensions to the pedals.

2) Adjust the tension in the pedals to a setting that feels comfortable. A good rule of thumb is to increase the tension

until the pedals feel too heavy; then loosen the tension a quarter turn (Figure 25).

Figure 25: Adjusting the tension on the rudder pedals

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RIGHT

CENTER

LEFT

TouchTrainer® VISX Monitors Note: This section only applies to TouchTrainer® systems that include the three VISX monitors. If your system does not

include VISX monitors, then your TouchTrainer® is completely assembled and ready for flight. Refer to the assembly video for more details.

Figure 26: Disassembled VISX System

1) Bolt the left and right members to the central black member using the included M6 lock washers and nuts. Note

that the members are labeled LEFT, CENTER, and RIGHT as per their position while facing the front of the TouchTrainer®. Note: It is recommended that the VISX assembly be performed separate from the main touch trainer base to reduce the risk of damage and improve the ease of assembly.

Figure 27: Bolting the left cross-member to the central member

Figure 28: Assembled Cross Members (viewing from the back)

2) Attach the assembled horizontal members to the two vertical uprights via the red flanged brackets, starting with

the left red bracket. This is usually easier to do with the assembly on the ground. Use the same M6 lock washers and nuts as when assembling the cross members.

Figure 30: Attaching the Assembly to the Right Upright

Figure 29: Attaching the Cross Members to the Left Upright

3) Bolt the monitors to the VISX assembly, ensuring the labels are correctly oriented. The monitors come

permanently affixed with four threaded studs. Use the included M4 nuts to secure the monitors to the VISX assembly. Do not fully tighten the nuts until the monitors are in their final position; leaving the nuts slightly loose allows the monitors to slide in their slots for easy positioning.

Figure 31: Backside of a bolted VISX Monitor

Note: Ideally, the monitors should be installed in this order: Center, Right, Left.

Figure 32: Attaching the VISX Monitors

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These only bolted if a Table was purchased

4) Connect the wires from the central junction box to their corresponding plugs, as shown below.

Figure 33: Plugging into the VISX Monitors

5) Place the entire VISX assembly on the TouchTrainer® base and insert two M6x15 bolts and nylon washers it into

the nutserts located on the sides of the base, through the red uprights. This step may require two people. For optional added stability, the assembly may be bolted into the table using M6x11 bolts.

Figure 34: Placing the VISX System on the table

Figure 35: Bolting the uprights to the bases

6) Connect all wires from the central junction box into the appropriate plugs, as detailed in the TouchTrainer®

computer section.

7) The last step is to connect the AC Power Cables into the outlets on the TouchTrainer®. One Power cable plugs

into the plastic base and if you have a VisX TouchTrainer® plug the second power cable into the outlet on the center cross-member behind the center monitor.

Figure 36: VisX Power Plug Located Behind the Center Monitor

on the Underside of the Junction Box

NOTE: YOU MUST PLUG BOTH POWER CABLES IN AND MAKE SURE ALL CABLES ARE

CONNECTED BEFORE POWERING ON THE TOUCHTRAINER®. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN A RECONFIGURATION OF NVIDA SURROUND. (SEE TROUBLESHOOTING Pg.48)

Figure 37: TouchTrainer Power Plug Located at the Rear of the

Base of the Left VisX Upright

Before powering up your TouchTrainer®, make sure your mouse is powered on. To verify this, turn it over and see if the red laser is on. If it is not, turn your mouse on before turning on your computer. The mouse and keyboard are preconfigured for use with your TouchTrainer®.

Congratulations, your TouchTrainer® is now completely assembled! You’re now ready to power up your TouchTrainer® and start flying.

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Chapter 2: System Startup

You’re almost done! The last thing to do is to check that everything was installed properly. The TouchTrainer® system makes this very easy for you and requires no guesswork. The following section will walk you through a basic startup process so that you can verify your system works and get flying as soon as possible. Once you’ve had the chance to fly for a while, you can review the complete documentation in Chapters 3 and 4.

1) Power on the computer. After Windows loads, the TouchTrainer® Supervisor program will auto-start.

2) Swipe through and read the system guidelines.

3) The TouchTrainer® Supervisor will confirm connection of your external devices with a green indicator in the

Real Time Monitor (Figure 38, upper left-hand corner).

Note: If any of the indicators are RED, the issue must be addressed before starting the TouchTrainer®. See Chapter 5: Troubleshooting.

Figure 38: TouchTrainer® Supervisor startup screen

4) On the last page, double-tap the screen. X-Plane and SimAVIO will automatically start and you’ll be ready to fly!

NOTE: X-Plane may take an extended period of time to start, especially on first startup. This is normal; your computer is not frozen.

Airplane Start-Up Procedures: Before you begin

Note: Use the following procedure only if you are unfamiliar with the TouchTrainer®. This is not the standard startup

checklist one would use for the actual aircraft. After you become familiar with the operation of the TouchTrainer®, use the aircraft approved Pilot’s Operating Handbook checklists.

Before following this procedure, you must check that you have properly assembled the TouchTrainer® hardware, and that you have passed the systems’ start-up checks. These checks include network, yoke, rudder, throttle, and X-Plane connectivity. Follow the procedure corresponding to the aircraft you have loaded:

Cirrus Aircraft:

o Cirrus Avidyne (includes analog aircraft) [Page 29] o Cirrus Perspective [Page 31]

Cessna Aircraft:

o Steam Gauge (Analog) [Page 33] o Garmin G1000 [Page 35]

Diamond Aircraft:

o Diamond Analog [Page 37] o Diamond G1000[Page 39]

Beech Aircraft:

o Beech Analog [Page 41] o Garmin G1000 [Page 41]

Piper Aircraft:

o Piper Analog [Page 42] o Piper Avidyne [Page 43]

The shutdown procedure is common to all aircraft, and is located on Page 44.

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Cirrus Avidyne and Analog Start-Up Procedure

Note: The procedure for the Avidyne and analog are similar, and do not require separate start-up guides. Use this guide to

start the Analog aircraft as well as the Avidyne aircraft.

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

Note: Because the button layouts are not exactly the same across all systems, the following pictures may not match your layout. The correct buttons will still be available, just not necessarily as shown in the pictures.

Figure 39: Cirrus Avidyne Panel with no power

1) Tap BAT1 switch to power up the essential bus.

2) Tap FUEL PRIME once (do not press and hold). After some time, tap FUEL BOOST.

3) Using the hardware controls, adjust mixture to FULL RICH (all the way to the top), and THROTTLE (1/8th from

the bottom). Verify the correct position on the auxiliary monitor.

4) To start the engine, Tap the START once (do not press and hold). The starter will disengage and switch to

BOTH magnetos after a few seconds. If engine does not start, check your throttle/mixture settings and tap the START touch area again.

Figure 40: Cirrus Avidyne Panel after engine start

5) Turn on BAT2, ALT1, ALT2 and Avionics switches.

6) Turn on NAV and STROBE switches.

7) Tap either of the two PFD brightness buttons to “Fast Erect” the ARHS alignment (not available in the actual

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aircraft, Avidyne only).

8) Confirm the start-up and Fuel Totalizer on the MFD (Avidyne only).

9) Confirm the start-up on GPS #1. Enter a flight plan if needed (See the Garmin manual for more information).

10) Confirm the start-up on GPS #2.

11) Set flaps to 50%.

12) Release the parking brake. Open throttle to full forward and rotate at 80 kts.

Figure 41: Cirrus Avidyne Panel ready for takeoff

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Cirrus Perspective Start-Up Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) If the standby instruments and electrics panel are not visible (such as that depicted below), press the Stby Inst.

button.

Figure 42: Cirrus Perspective Panel with no power

2) Tap BAT1 switch to power up the essential bus.

3) Tap FUEL PRIME once (do not press and hold). After some time, tap FUEL BOOST.

4) Using the hardware controls, adjust mixture to FULL RICH (all the way to the top), and THROTTLE (1/8th from

the bottom). Verify the correct position on the auxiliary monitor.

5) To start the engine, Tap the START once (do not press and hold). The starter will disengage and switch to BOTH

magnetos after a few seconds. If engine does not start, check your throttle/mixture settings and tap the START touch area again.

Figure 43: Cirrus Perspective Panel after engine start

6) Turn on BAT2, ALT1, ALT2 and Avionics NAV and STROBE.

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7) Confirm splash screen on the MFD by pressing the lower right soft-key.

Figure 44: Cirrus Perspective Panel with avionics activated

8) Press the Stby. Inst. button again to toggle the auxiliary monitor view to display the FMS keypad.

9) Set flaps to 50%.

10) Enter a flight plan if needed (see the Perspective manual for further information).

Figure 45: Cirrus Perspective Panel with Flight Plan display.

11) Press the Stby. Inst. button again to toggle the auxiliary monitor view back to the standby instrument view.

12) Release the parking brake and open throttle to full forward. Rotate at 80 kts.

Figure 46: Cirrus Perspective Panel ready for takeoff

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Steam Gauge (Analog) Start-Up Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) Tap BAT MASTER switch.

2) Tap FUEL PUMP.

3) Tap the parking brake switch to confirm it is engaged (vertical position)

4) Using the hardware controls, adjust mixture to FULL RICH (all the way IN), and THROTTLE (1/8th IN). Verify

the correct position on the auxiliary monitor.

5) To start the engine, Tap the START once (do not press and hold). The starter will disengage and switch to BOTH

magnetos after a few seconds. If engine does not start, check your throttle/mixture settings and tap the START touch area again.

Figure 47: Cessna Analog with no power

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6) Tap ALT1, and Avionics switches.

7) Turn on lights as needed.

8) Confirm the Garmin GNS430 splash screens

9) Set flaps to 10 degrees. (you can use the touchscreen or the yoke (right side switch))

10) Set the elevator trim to the Take Off position

11) Set radio frequencies and audio panel.

12) Release the parking brake. Open throttle to full forward and rotate at 70 kts.

Figure 48: Cessna Analog after engine start

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Garmin G1000 Start-Up Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

Figure 49: Cessna Garmin G100 with no power

1) Arm the standby battery and switch the BATT MASTER on. The PFD will power up and begin the start-up

sequence and AHRS alignment.

2) Tap FUEL PUMP.

3) Tap the parking brake switch to confirm it is engaged (vertical position)

4) Using the hardware controls, adjust mixture to FULL RICH (all the way IN), and THROTTLE (1/8th IN). Verify

the correct position on the auxiliary monitor.

5) To start the engine, Tap the START once (do not press and hold). The starter will disengage and switch to BOTH

magnetos after a few seconds. If engine does not start, check your throttle/mixture settings and tap the START touch area again.

Figure 50: Cessna Garmin G1000 after essential bus powered on

6) Turn on ALT MASTER switch.

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7) Turn on Avionics 1 and Avionics 2.

8) Turn on lights as necessary.

9) Confirm splash screen on the MFD by pressing the lower right soft-key. Set flaps to 10 degrees. (You can use the

touchscreen or the yoke (right side switch))

Figure 51: Cessna Garmin G1000 after avionics bus powered on

10) Set the elevator trim to the Take Off position.

11) Enter a flight plan if needed (see the Garmin 1000 manual for further information).

12) Release the parking brake. Open throttle to full forward and rotate at the speed indicated on the PFD speed tape.

Figure 52: Cessna Garmin G1000 ready for take-off

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Diamond Analog Startup Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) Turn on the master and alternator switches by touching the upper half of each switch.

2) Turn on the avionics bus by touching the upper half of the avionics switch.

Figure 53: Diamond Analog Panel with no power

3) Complete the GNS-430 startup by pressing the ENT key once, verifying the CDI indications, then pressing the

ENT key once more.

Figure 54: Diamond Analog Panel afteGNS-430 start

4) Bring the mixture to full rich and open the throttle slightly on the throttle quadrant.

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5) Turn the magneto key to the start position. Note: After the engine starts, the magneto key will snap to the

“BOTH” setting automatically.

6) Use the hat switch on the joystick to move the trim to the takeoff position.

7) Release the parking brake and apply full throttle.

Figure 55: Diamond Analog Panel ready for takeoff

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Diamond G1000 Startup Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) Turn on the master and alternator switches by touching the top half of each switch.

2) Turn on the avionics bus by touching the top half of the avionics switch.

Figure 56: Diamond G1000 Panel with no power

3) Press the rightmost softkey on the MFD to continue the MFD bootup.

Figure 57: Diamond G1000 Panel after MFD bootup

4) Move the mixture to full rich and the prop control full forward on the throttle quadrant, and open the throttle

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slightly.

5) Turn the magneto key to the start position. Note: After the engine starts, the magneto key will snap to the

“BOTH” setting automatically.

Figure 58: Diamond G1000 Panel after engine start

6) Use the hat switch on the joystick to move the trim to the takeoff position

7) Release the parking brake and apply full throttle

Figure 59: Diamond G1000 Panel ready for takeoff

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Beech Analog Startup Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) Turn on the master and alternator switches by touching the upper half of each switch.

2) Turn on the avionics bus by touching the upper half of the avionics master switch.

Figure 60: Bonanza Analog after Engine Start

3) Complete the GNS-430 startup by pressing the ENT key once for both, verifying the CDI indications, then

pressing the ENT key once more for both.

4) Bring the mixture to full rich and open the throttle slightly on the throttle quadrant.

5) Turn the magneto key to the start position. Note: After the engine starts, the magneto key will snap to the

“BOTH” setting automatically.

6) Use the hat switch on the yoke to move the trim to the takeoff position.

7) Release the parking brake and apply full throttle.

Beech G1000 Startup Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

Figure 61: Bonzana G1000 after Engine Start

1) Arm the standby battery and switch the BATT MASTER on. The PFD will power up and begin the start-up

sequence and AHRS alignment.

2) Turn on FUEL PUMP.

3) Tap the parking brake switch to confirm it is engaged (vertical position)

4) Using the hardware controls, adjust mixture to FULL RICH (all the way IN), and THROTTLE (1/8th IN). Verify

the correct position on the auxiliary monitor.

5) To start the engine, Tap the START once (do not press and hold). The starter will disengage and switch to BOTH

magnetos after a few seconds. If engine does not start, check your throttle/mixture settings and tap the START touch area again.

6) Use the hat switch on the yoke to move the trim to the takeoff position.

7) Enter a flight plan if needed (see the Garmin 1000 manual for further information).

8) Release the parking brake. Open throttle to full forward and rotate at the speed indicated on the PFD speed tape.

Piper Analog Startup Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) Using the hardware controls, open the THROTTLE 1/8th from the bottom. Verify the position on the auxiliary

monitor as you move the lever.

2) Turn on the BAT and ALT master switches and the FUEL PUMP switch by touching the upper half of each

switch.

3) Using the hardware controls, prime the MIXTURE by adjusting MIXTURE to FULL RICH (all the way to the

top), and then IDLE CUT-OFF (all the way to the bottom). Verify the position on the auxiliary monitor as you move the levers.

4) Turn the magneto key to the start position. Note: After the engine starts, the magneto key will snap to the

“BOTH” setting automatically.

5) Turn on the avionics bus by touching the upper half of the avionics switch.

6) Complete the GNS-530 startup by pressing the ENT key once, verifying the CDI indications, and then pressing

the ENT key once more.

7) Use the hat switch on the yoke to move the trim to the takeoff position.

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8) Release the parking brake and apply full throttle.

Figure 62: Piper Arrow after Engine Start

Piper Avidyne Startup Procedure

Follow the guide step-by-step, pressing the button that matches the corresponding step in the procedure (i.e. press the button labeled “1” in the picture below when working on step 1).

1) Using the hardware controls, open the THROTTLE 1/8th from the bottom. Verify the position on the auxiliary

monitor as you move the lever.

2) Turn on BAT MASTER, ALT MASTER, LEFT & RIGHT MAGNETO, AND FUEL PUMP switches

3) Turn on the RADIO MASTER switch to engage radio.

4) Using the hardware controls, prime the MIXTURE by adjusting it to FULL RICH (all the way top), and then

IDLE CUT-OFF (all the way to the bottom). Verify the position on the auxiliary monitor as you move the levers.

5) To start the engine, Tap the START once (do not press and hold. If engine does not start, check your

throttle/mixture settings and tap the START touch area again).

6) Immediately after start adjust MIXTURE to FULL RICH.

7) Turn on the AVIONICS MASTER switch.

8) Complete the GNS-430 startup by pressing the ENT key once on each, verifying the CDI indications, and then

pressing the ENT key once more on each.

9) Turn on NAV and STROBE switches.

10) Wait for AHRS alignment or tap either of the two PFD brightness buttons to “Fast Erect” the ARHS alignment

(not available in the actual aircraft, Avidyne only).

11) Confirm the start-up and Fuel Totalizer on the MFD (Avidyne only).

12) Confirm the start-up on GPS #1. Enter a flight plan if needed (See the Garmin manual for more information).

13) Confirm the start-up on GPS #2.

14) Set flaps to 50%.

15) Use the hat switch on the yoke to move the trim to the takeoff position.

16) Release the parking brake. Open throttle to full forward.

Shutdown Procedure (All Panels)

1) On the AUX touch screen, locate the TouchTrainer® Shut-Down button in the lower right-hand corner and

select it. Check that the TouchTrainer® windows are no longer displayed.

2) Shutdown the TouchTrainer® computer using Windows controls to shut down the computer.

3) Wait until the computer has powered itself off.

4) Turn off all monitors.

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Figure 63: Yoke Controls

Figure 64: Joystick Controls

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Chapter 3: Standard Operating Procedures

The following chapter provides an overview of normal simulator operations and instructions on how to accomplish normal simulator tasks. The instructions presented here pertain to the simulation software (X-Plane), and do not encompass the aircraft panels or systems (provided by SimAVIO). For information regarding SimAVIO operation, please refer to the SimAVIO Manual, located on your TouchTrainer®’s desktop.

Control Layout

Below is the default layout of the controls as set at the factory.

Selecting an Aircraft

To select a new aircraft, press the LOAD AIRCRAFT button from the SimAVIO command buttons on the AUX monitor (Figure 65).

Figure 65: SimAVIO command buttons

A pop-up window will appear allowing you to select the aircraft and panel configuration of your choice. If an aircraft panel is not displayed, then select File/Open Layout from the SimAVIO window. Which folder you select your aircraft layout from depends on the type of system you have. SimAVIO should automatically open the folder of layouts that pertains to your TouchTrainer configuration.

Figure 66: Aircraft Selection Folders

If you have a regular TouchTrainer® with a standard plane and no extras (such as the three-channel visual) select your aircraft from the Standard folder. If you have a VISX system with the extra three-channel visual, select your aircraft from the External_Visual folder. If you have a custom hardware or special aircraft, select your aircraft from the hardware folder.

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Instructors Operation Station (I.O.S.): Setting location, fuel, and weather

To set the location, fuel, or weather, select the MORE button from the AUX monitor display (Figure 65). This will open the expand the Instructors Operating Station (I.O.S.) controls. You then can use the buttons in the I.O.S. Pressing the

KEY button will display an overlay of each button as shown below.

Figure 67: IOS screen

Setting Time and Weather

Figure 68: Weather and Time

 Set the simulated time and weather using the CLOCK and ENVIRONMENT buttons

Aircraft Failures

 A variety of failure options are available in the failures menu; to access this menu select the FAILURES button on

the main IOS Menu

 There are five sections of Failures: ENGINE, ELECTRICAL, AVIONICS, INSTRUMENT, and SYSTEM

 Figure 69: Aircraft Failures

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Loading a Scenario (NEW!!!)

Scenarios are a great way to train when you don’t have an instructor at your side. The scenarios status page can be accessed from the SIMULATOR CONTROLS. Press MORE  SCENARIOS  SCENARIOS WEB to invoke the web page listing all the available scenarios. Follow the on-screen procedures to load a scenario. Once loaded, the name of the scenario will be displayed at the bottom of the status page. Scenario files are automatically saved to the Scenarios folder on your local machine when they are loaded from the scenario web pages. You can reload the previously downloaded scenario files by pressing the LOAD button. Your score will start at 100%. and may drop as low as 0% if mistakes are made while the evaluation is running. Each gold star equates to 10%. 10 gold stars equals 100%. When you are done flying the scenario, press the RESET button. This will stop the scenario, clear the score, and silence the instructions from the virtual instructor.

Logging time as an FAA approved Basic Aviation Training Device

The TouchTrainer® is approved by the FAA as a Basic Aviation Training Device. TouchTrainer® users may log up to 10 hours toward an instrument rating, and 2.5 hours toward a private pilot with an instructor present. They may also maintain instrument currency. Currency is allowed by conducting six instrument approaches, holding patterns, two unusual attitude recoveries while in a Vne dive and Vne ascent, and intercepting and tracking courses, all within the previous two months. Users should log this time as “sim time” in their logbook. See example logbook entry in the figure below.

Chapter 4: Other Information

This chapter provides additional information specific to your TouchTrainer® computer that you may find important. For information regarding SimAVIO itself, please consult the SimAVIO Operator’s Manual, located on your computer desktop.

Configuring X-Plane Settings

Your TouchTrainer® system comes with all settings configured so that you can start flying immediately. However, you can modify some of the settings within the X-Plane program to increase your TouchTrainer® functionality or improve performance.

Changing Graphics Settings

You can change X-Plane’s graphics settings in order to make your TouchTrainer® more adapted to your own style of flying. For example, you may want to see more detailed cloud formations at the expense of less terrain resolution. While calibrating these graphics settings requires a significant amount of trial-and-error, we recommend you follow these steps to make your changes as easily as possible:

1. Move your mouse to the top of the X-Plane window so that the menu bar appears. Click on Settings >

Rendering Options.

2. Change only a few (1-3 parameters) at a time. If you are unsure of what a parameter means, hover the mouse over

it to get a description. Changing only small numbers of parameters at once will give you a better feel for how XPlane reacts to changes in each setting.

3. Press one of the X’s in either of the upper corners to return to the simulation. Fly around to see how your new

settings change the view.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 until you are happy with your new graphics settings.

NOTE: Increasing graphics settings demands more power and memory from your computer, and runs the risk of degrading performance. If the simulation becomes choppy or uneven, you will need to lower your graphics settings accordingly.

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NOTE: You can always restore your TouchTrainer®’s factory graphics settings if you cannot recover your desired performance. To restore defaults, close the simulation and re-open SimAVIO. Then click on the Restore X-Plane

Defaults button. Configuring Buttons and Switches

Your TouchTrainer® comes with some of the basic switches and buttons on your yoke and throttle quadrant preconfigured, but you may want to assign some of the others. To do this:

1. Move your mouse to the top of the X-Plane window so that the menu bar appears. Click on Settings > Joystick

and Equipment, then click on the Buttons: Basic tab.

2. Press or manipulate the button or switch that you want to assign, then select the action that you would like to be

assigned to that button. For example, you might move one of the switches on your throttle quadrant, then click on

the circle next to the “Landing gear down” action to assign it.

Fetching and Installing Nav Data Updates

Your TouchTrainer® comes pre-installed with the latest navigation data, but it will soon become necessary to update your database. FlyThisSim has provided a means for TouchTrainer® customers to download and install this data free of charge.

1) On the desktop, double-click on the icon labeled “Nav Data Update”:

Figure 70: Nav Data icon on the desktop

2) This will open up a Downloads window. Click “Run” next to the top entry, which will begin the installer.

Figure 71: Popup downloads window

3) The installer that starts will guide you through the final steps of installing your new navigation data.

Upgrading SimAVIO

FTS is constantly improving the software, as we find bugs and enhance the functionality. The FTS Version Check utility will check for the latest software installed on your system. Open the utility from the icon located on your TouchTrainer® desktop. Click the “Download and Save” links to begin the upgrade process. After the download is complete, locate the file and launch the exe installer. Close all software programs before you begin the installation process. A wizard will walk you through the remainder of the process.

Figure 72: FTS Version Check Utility

Using TeamViewer

All TouchTrainer® systems come pre-installed with TeamViewer, an application that allows FlyThisSim to connect to your TouchTrainer® via the internet for technical support and assistance. Before connecting to your computer, FlyThisSim will need both the nine-digit TeamViewer ID linked to your machine, as well as your TeamViewer password. It is recommended that you change your computer’s password for security reasons.

Note: FlyThisSim should NEVER connect to your computer without your authorization. However, you can uninstall TeamViewer if you are concerned with remote access security. Please take note that TeamViewer will need to be reinstalled from the internet before FlyThisSim can provide remote access technical support.

To change your TeamViewer password:

1) Right-click on the blue TeamViewer icon in the system tray and select “Options” (Figure 73).

Figure 73: TeamViewer icon in the system tray

2) Click on the “Security” tab on the right side of the window that pops up. There, you will be able to type in a new

password.

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Figure 74: TeamViewer options window

Note: It is recommended that you write down this password and save it in a secure location, as TeamViewer will need to

be reinstalled if the password is lost. Note: To view your TeamViewer ID, left-click on the blue TeamViewer icon in the system tray.

Computer Specifications

Computer System:

Warranty Period: 1 year

Neway 10.4” Touch Screen monitor Model #: Fa1046-np/c/t Warranty Period: 1 year. Warranty details: http://www.newaymonitor.com/CustomerServices.aspx?Flag=1&TypeID=4

Planar Touchscreen

Warranty Period: 3 years Model: PXL2430MW 24" Product details: http://www.planar.com/products/flatpanel_monitors/pxl2430mw/ Warranty details: http://www.planar.com/products/docs/cbu/warranty/planar-3yr-warranty.pdf Manuals: http://www.planar.com/products/docs/cbu/current_manual/mn-planar-pxl2430mw.pdf

Saitek Cessna Yoke

Product details: http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/cessnayoke.html Warranty Period: 2 years. Warranty details: http://support.madcatz.com/Tickets/Submit/RenderForm

Saitek Pro Flight Throttle Quadrant

Product details: http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/quad.html Warranty Period: 2 years. Warranty details: http://support.madcatz.com/Tickets/Submit/RenderForm http://www.flythissim.com/pdf_files/Pro Flight Quadrant_QSG.pdf

Saitek Pro Flight Cessna Rudder Pedals

Product details: http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/cessnapedals.html Warranty Period: 2 years. Warranty details: http://support.madcatz.com/Tickets/Submit/RenderForm http://www.saitek.com/manuals/pro_flight_rudder_pedals_en.pdf

Your TouchTrainer® comes with a high-performance desktop computer to get the most out X-Plane.

MSI 760GM-E51 Motherboard with 8GB RAM GTX 750 Graphics Card 500W Power Supply AMD Quad-Core Processor 120GB Solid State Drive DVD-ROM Drive Windows 7 64-bit Home Edition with all updates installed

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Computer System:

Warranty Period: 1 year

Neway 10.4” Touch Screen monitor Model #: Fa1046-np/c/t. Warranty Period: 1 year. Warranty details: http://www.newaymonitor.com/CustomerServices.aspx?Flag=1&TypeID=4

Planar Touchscreen Model: PXL2430MW 24’’.

Warranty Period: 3 years Product details: http://www.planar.com/products/flatpanel_monitors/pxl2430mw/ Warranty details: http://www.planar.com/media/211099/planar-3yr-warranty.pdf Manuals: http://www.planar.com/products/docs/cbu/current_manual/mn-planar-pxl2430mw.pdf

Saitek Cessna Yoke

Product details: http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/cessnayoke.html Warranty Period: 2 years. Warranty details: http://support.madcatz.com/Tickets/Submit/RenderForm

Saitek Pro Flight Throttle Quadrant

Saitek Pro Flight Cessna Rudder Pedals

Product details: http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/cessnapedals.html Warranty Period: 2 years. Warranty details: http://support.madcatz.com/Tickets/Submit/RenderForm

http://www.saitek.com/manuals/pro_flight_rudder_pedals_en.pdf

Acer S231 LED-Backlight LCD monitor (Slim Design)

Warranty Period: 3 years.

Details: http://us.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/limited-warranty

Computer Specifications for FTS RED

Your TouchTrainer® RED comes with a high-performance desktop computer to get the most out X-Plane.

Intel LGA 1150 Motherboard with 8GB RAM GTX 750 Graphics Card and GTX 760 Graphics Card 650W Power Supply Intel Core i5 Quad-Core Processor 120GB Solid State Drive DVD-ROM Drive Windows 7 64-bit Home Edition with all updates installed

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Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

Things don’t always go to plan. This section should solve the most common issues encountered by users. On the desktop, there is a PDF with more detailed instructions. For more complicated problems, feel free to contact FlyThisSim support.

1. The Yoke, Joystick, or Throttle indicator is RED during SimAVIO startup

a. Check all USB connections to make sure that the cables are connected firmly. b. Check that all numbered USB cables are plugged into their appropriate ports. c. Try reinstalling drivers. When hardware is plugged into a USB port, Windows 7 will automatically

download the necessary drivers. Verify that your computer is connected to the internet, then remove and then reconnect the cables. This will prompt Windows 7 to check for and install available drivers from the internet.

2. The VISX display is not working correctly

a. On the desktop, right click to bring up the options menu, and select NVIDIA Control Panel:

Figure 75: Options Menu

b. From the NVIDIA control panel menu bar, select “Desktop,” then from “Surround Displays,”

deselect the “Confine Taskbar to Center Display” option, and select the “Maximize Windows Across All Displays” option.

Figure 76: Configuring the Surround Displays options

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c. If the taskbar is not already locked to the bottom of the main touch monitor, locate the taskbar, right-

click, and deselect the “Lock the Taskbar” option. From there, click and drag the task bar to the

bottom of the main monitor, right click, and reselect the “Lock the Taskbar” option.

Figure 77: Locking the Taskbar

d. From the NVIDIA control panel, select “Configure Surround” and click “Configure.”

Figure 78: Configure Surround Menu

e. From the “What would you like to configure” menu, select the first option, “Displays.”

Figure 79: Configure Display for Surround Menu

f. From the next menu, select “Connect displays as shown, and click Apply. The screens will

temporarily go dark.

Figure 80: Connect Displays as Shown

g. Now, apply the correct configurations as shown and click Next. Note that the numbering for your

monitors may be different—be sure to drag and drop the configurations to match your setup.

Figure 81: Apply Configurations

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h. Next, select the “Yes, add special resolutions” option from the menu.

Figure 82: Bezel Correction Selection

i. Next, type in 110, as shown, in the bezel width adjustment prompts, and click Create Resolutions.

The screen will go dark momentarily.

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Figure 83: Bezel Width Adjustment Menu

j. Now, return to the NVIDIA control panel as before, and go to “Change Resolution.” From this menu,

select “4983x900 (bezel corrected),” and click Apply. The screen will again flash dark for a moment.

Figure 84: Change Resolution Menu

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k. Finally, go to “Set up multiple displays” in the NVIDIA control panel, and configure the position of

the 1 & 2 (Main and Aux) monitors. The Main monitor should be at position (1550, 900) and the Aux monitor should be at position (3470, 900).

l. If the Main monitor does not snap into its position when dragged with the mouse, move it so that it

snaps into alignment on the left side of the setup, and use the arrow keys to move it into its position. The arrow keys move the currently selected monitor in increments of 50, so from the left edge it will take the main monitor 31 taps to reach its position.

m. When the correct monitor positions are reached, click Apply. The screens will flash one last time, and

the VISX system will be fully reconfigured.

Figure 85: Setting Up Multiple Displays – Arranging the Main Touch Monitor

Figure 86: Setting up Multiple Displays - Arranging the Aux Monitor

3. Touch Monitor 2 indicator is RED during SimAVIO startup

a. Right click on your desktop and select Screen Resolution. (Figure 87) b. If you don’t see two monitors, try the following in order:

i. Check all the connections on your AUX monitor

ii. Press the “Detect” button on the Screen Resolution menu

iii. Press the PC/AV button on the front of the AUX display until source “DVI” is shown

iv. Restart the computer. Windows re-detects attached monitors on startup, so this step

commonly solves monitor issues if all else fails.

c. Click and drag the position of the #2 monitor so it is to the right of the #1 display and the top edge of

monitor 2 is in line with the top edge of monitor 1.

d. Set the Resolution of the #2 display to 1280 x 1024.

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Figure 87: Screen Resolution window

4. Network indicator is RED during SimAVIO startup

a. If using a wired network, check the connection of the Ethernet cable to the back of the computer. If

connecting to a wireless network, verify that the Wi-Fi Adapter (USB Port #6) is securely plugged in.

b. Check your internet connection by opening Internet Explorer and navigating to any webpage. If the

webpage does not load:

i. Go to your computer’s Control Panel, click on Troubleshooting, then click on Network and

Internet.

ii. Go through the steps to troubleshoot internet connectivity issues

Note: A network connection is required for communication between X-Plane and SimAVIO.

5. The touch feature on the AUX display is not working

a. Click Start  All Programs  eGalaxTouch  Configure Utility. b. Under the General Tab, click Monitor Mapping (Figure 88).

Figure 88: eGalaxTouch Configure Utility

c. The MAIN display (1) will show the image in Figure 89 d. . Press the space bar to skip to the next screen.

Figure 89: Main display Monitor Mapping. Press the space bar on this screen

e. The AUX display (2) will show the image in Figure 90. Tap with your finger to map the AUX

display.

Figure 90: Aux Display Monitor Mapping. Tap the screen to map this display

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6. SimAVIO Freezes during startup

a. Press Control-M to bring SimAVIO out of masked mode. Check the SimAVIO title bar to see if it is

connected to X-Plane.

b. If SimAVIO is connected:

i. Reboot the computer and try starting SimAVIO again. If the problem persists, contact

FlyThisSim support.

c. If SimAVIO is not connected:

i. Bring your mouse to the top of the MAIN display so that the X-Plane menu bar appears.

ii. Click on Plugins > Reload Plugins.

iii. After SimAVIO connects properly, press Control-M again to put SimAVIO back into masked

mode.

NOTE: This problem normally occurs when X-Plane tries to load an aircraft that SimAVIO is not compatible with. To avoid seeing this problem in the future, ensure that you always load aircraft using the SimAVIO Load Aircraft button located on the AUX monitor.

7. Throttle, Rudder Pedals, and/or Stick/Yoke do not work, or do not work correctly

a. Restart SimAVIO, paying attention to the connection indicators at the top left of the screen. If one of

the indicators turns RED during startup, refer to Troubleshooting items 1-3.

b. If SimAVIO and X-Plane load without error, your equipment may not be assigned or calibrated

correctly.

i. Bring your mouse pointer to the top of the X-Plane window so that the top menu appears.

Click on Settings > Joystick & Equipment.

ii. Move the problematic control over its range of motion (for example, if the throttle is having

problems then move the throttle in and out). Take note of the slider that moves on the screen and ensure that it is assigned to the correct control.

iii. Use the two buttons on the top of the page, labeled Calibrate Joystick Hardware and Use

THIS position as CENTER to re-calibrate your equipment.

8. One or more of the switches, buttons, or keyboard commands do not work

a. Follow the procedure in the beginning of Chapter 3, Configuring X-Plane Settings

9. This instrument panel won’t load

Figure 91: The "Waiting for Connection" screen

a. This screen displays when SimAVIO cannot find the path to the correct aircraft. To fix this, select

File>Open file and select your aircraft type. Refer to Chapter 3 for instructions on selecting an aircraft.

10. X-Plane Crash

a. Whenever X-Plane crashes and you are prompted with the following error message, select NO:

b. Next, select the settings drop down menu from the X-Plane tabs on the top left of the X-Plane

window, then select Rendering Options:

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c. In the rendering options menu, in the top left, make sure to check the box labeled “run full-screen at

this resolution”:

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Certificate of Title

Included with your TouchTrainer documentation you will find a certificate labelled

“Certificate of Title”, see below:

Figure 92: Certificate of Title Document Format

You may show the included certificate to your aviation insurance provider for possible

discounts on your insurance policy/plan!

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