This is the Technical FAQ for FS One V1 and V2. It is current for FS One versions 1.1 and 2.0.9 (r1170) .

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• General FAQ
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Tech FAQ - FS One V2

Installation/General (V2)

• Is FS One V2 "Plug and Play"?
• What are the system requirements for FS One V2?
• What privileges do I need to install and run FS One?
• How do I uninstall FS One?
• Windows Vista installation guide.
• How can I add my music to FS One?
• Is there a version of FS One for the Mac?

Transmitter Setup (V2)

• How do I setup my transmitter with version 2?
• Will FS One V2 work with the Hitec Aurora 9 transmitter?
• I have the Spektrum DX6i. How can I make the flap switch work on my transmitter?
• When I try to calibrate the sliders jitter (set transmitter to PPM).
• See below for more tech FAQs about Tx setups in V2.

Updates and Add-Ons(V2)

• What is the latest version of FS One and how can I get the updates?

FS One USB Interface and Adapter Cables (V2)

• What Adapter Cables come with FS One V2?
• Why do I get a USB Interface error message when I start the FS One?
• Why do I get a USB Interface error message intermittently within FS One?

Calibration (V2)

• The controller slider bars do not move within transmitter calibration.
• When I change to a different custom 8-Ch transmitter setup, do I need to recalibrate? Yes.

Controllers - General (V2)

• Will my E-flite Blade transmitter work with FS One?

Camera Views (V2)

• What types of views are available?
• Can I change a view in mid-flight?
• How do I use the camera views in FS One?
• When I fly overhead I lose orientation. How can I keep the horizon in view (more)?
• How can I zoom in and out? How can I move in and out relative to the aircraft?
• I'm flying in a Pano, where did all the camera views go?

Airplane and Tx Customizations (V2)

• How can I change the control surface throws and adjust the rates and expos?
• How can I "repaint" an aircraft in FS One? I want it to look just like my own airplane!

Scaling Wizard (for airplanes) (V2)

• What's the easiest way to rescale (resized) an airplane using the Scaling Wizard? (Example 1)
• With the Scaling Wizard, how do I add my info about wing span, weight, prop size & motor? (Example 2)
• How can I size-up the electric Brio and add the Saito 180 glow motor? (Example 3)
• How can I make an airplane in FS One fly like my own airplane? My airplane is smaller (or bigger) than the one in the sim, and I want to change the Tx settings to my own dual rates, etc.

Wind, Thermals, Turbulence (V2)

• I'd like to try thermal soaring. What's a good example setup for that?

Training (V2)

• I'd like to learn to hover 3D airplanes. How can I do hover training?

Physics Effects (V2)

• Flying the Hangar 9 Alpha 40, at 1/2 throttle it climbs out, turns left without any stick input. Why?
• Can I collide with objects?
• If I collide with an object will my plane break apart?
• Why does my aircraft roll to one side after I drop a bomb?
• Why does my aircraft seem "sluggish" or not fly as well during a Bomb Drop game?

Two-Player Mode (V2)

• Can two pilots fly at the same time?

Some Games in FS One (V2)

• What competition events or games are included with FS One?
• Is pylon racing included?

More Transmitter Setup (V2)

• Will FS One V2 work with the Hitec Aurora 9 transmitter?
• What is the proper connection chain between my JR (or other) transmitter and my computer?
• Can the FS One Transmitter Editor be used with my JR, Futaba or Hitec Transmitter?
• How do I use my Spektrum Wireless interface with FS One?
• I'd like to use a dual stick (analog) gamepad with FS One. How can I do that?
• When I use JR/Spektrum or Hitec/Futaba Tx, does this drain the battery while I fly?
• I have a G2/G3 controller. How can I use that with FS One?
• I have a JR 10-channel radio. Will this work with FS One?
• I want to bypass the Tx programming in FS One, and instead use my own computer radio (for experts).
• Will FS One work with a buddy box?

Widgets and Tools (V2)

• How does the map overlay work?
• How can I remove the HUD ladder and make other HUD tweaks?
• What is Landing Distance?

Recordings (V2)

• How can I view recorded airplanes while I fly?
• Can I record and playback my flights?
• My Recordings start to far away or in an odd position.

Sound (V2)

• I hear a beep-beep-beep ... when I fly. How can I turn that off?
• Why can't I get my SoundBlaster Audigy 2 ZS Audio Card to work with FS One with XP?

Customizations (V2)

• Can I customize a flying location by adding trees, buildings, and other items?

Modders (for people who like to look and work under the hood) (V2)

Note the items here go beyond the usual tech support. These things are for people who are comfortable editing files and tweaking things beyond what can be done using the menus in FS One. Word of warning: Make a backup copy of any files that you might decide to tweak or else you might need to reinstall FS One plus the updates.

• Advanced Users: How can I add my own panorama flying site?
• Advanced Users: What's the trick to adding collision data to a pano field?
• Advanced Users: I'd like to reorder the airplane/heli lists to put my favorites at the top.
• Advanced Users: I'd like to reorder some of the other lists. How can I do that?
• Advanced Users: I want to reinstall FS One. How can I "import" my previous edits to airplanes, helis, and transmitters?
• Advanced Users: I want a wide-angle field of view with autozoom. How can I change the autozoom field of view (FOV)?

Troubleshooting (V2)

• There is a horizontal line along the screen when I fly.
• When I start FS One, a black window flashes on the screen and the simulator does not start.
• When I start FS One, the airplane does not move and my controls have no effect.
• Why does the sim have a low frame rate.
• When helis crash, the engine does not startup like I would expect on reset. What's happening here?
• Why do I get an USB Interface error message when I start FS One?
• Why do I get an USB Interface error message intermittently within FS One?
• I am having issues with the sound quality in FS One with XP. Is there a way to fix this?
• I made some changes in the Options menu, and now the program sometimes crashes.
• I can't get my second player controller/interface to work in a Two-Player modes.
• Why is my edited aircraft not working?
• My airplane crashes as soon as I reset.
• I can't get my aircraft to take off from a ground launch.
• My aircraft is destroyed immediately upon launch with Hi-Start or Winch?
• Why do I get an USB Interface error message intermittently within FS One?
• When I am towing (towplane + sailplane), the simulator freezes.
• I have installed the update, but FS One reports "Updating ..." and freezes.

Tech FAQ - FS One V1

Installation (V1)

• Is FS One "Plug and Play"?
• What are the system requirements for FS One?
• What privileges do I need to install and run FS One?
• While installing in Win 2000 I received an error message that says I need Admin privileges.
• While installing FS One, the green status bars has not appeared or has been skipped.
• How do I uninstall FS One?
• Windows Vista installation guide.
• Is there a version of FS One for the Mac?

Hangar Pack (Version 1) (V1)

• What is included with the Hangar Pack for Version 1?

Updates (V1)

• What is the latest version of FS One and how can I get the updates?
• What is the update history of FS One version 1?
• I keep getting a message that an update is available even after I have already installed it.
• When I try to install an update, I get the error message - "Setup cannot create the following folder".

Airplanes and Helis in FS One (V1)

• What aircraft are included with FS One version 2?
• I heard about the 30 plus airplanes and helis in the sim, but where are the 70 extra scaled variants?

FS One USB Interface and Adapter Cables (V1)

• What Adapter Cables come with FS One? What Adapter Cables do I need?
• Can I use two Single-Player Interfaces and TacCon Controllers instead of both a Single-Player and Second-Player Interface?
• Why do I get a USB Interface error message when I start the FS One?
• Why do I get a USB Interface error message intermittently within FS One?

TacCon (V1)

• What is the proper connection chain between my TacCon controller and my computer?

Calibration (V1)

• I am having a problem with my calibration and re-calibrating within FS One is not fixing the issue.
• How do I calibrate my joystick within Windows?
• The controller slider bars do not move within transmitter calibration.
• TacCon calibration tips using the FS One calibration tool.

Controllers - General (V1)

• I purchased FS One with a controller. Now I'd like to be able to use my own radio. Is this possible?
• What is the difference between Mode 1 and Mode 2 controllers, and how do I know which one I have?
• Will my E-flite Blade transmitter work with FS One?
• Why are there so many transmitter setups in FS One?

Camera Views (V1)

• Check your F1 and F2 views!
• What types of views are available?
• Can I change a view in mid-flight?
• How do I use the camera views in FS One?
• When I fly overhead I lose orientation. How can I keep the horizon in view (more)?
• How can I zoom in and out? How can I move in and out relative to the aircraft?
• I'm flying in a Pano, where did all the camera views go?

Airplane and Tx Customizations (V1)

• How can I change the control surface throws and adjust the rates and expos?
• How can I "repaint" an aircraft in FS One? I want it to look just like my own airplane!
• Describe the SwiftE sailplane basic transmitter setup?

Scaling Wizard (for airplanes) (V1)

• What's the easiest way to rescale (resized) an airplane using the Scaling Wizard? (Example 1)
• With the Scaling Wizard, how do I add my info about wing span, weight, prop size & motor? (Example 2)
• How can I size-up the electric Brio and add the Saito 180 glow motor? (Example 3)
• How can I make an airplane in FS One fly like my own airplane? My airplane is smaller (or bigger) than the one in the sim, and I want to change the Tx settings to my own dual rates, etc.

Wind, Thermals, Turbulence (V1)

• I'd like to try thermal soaring. What's a good example setup for that?

Training (V1)

• I'd like to learn to hover 3D airplanes. How can I do hover training?

Physics Effects (V1)

• Flying the Hangar 9 Alpha 40, at 1/2 throttle it climbs out, turns left without any stick input. Why?
• Can I collide with objects?
• If I collide with an object will my plane break apart?
• Why does my aircraft roll to one side after I drop a bomb?
• Why does my aircraft seem "sluggish" or not fly as well during a Bomb Drop game?

Two-Player Mode (V1)

• Can two pilots fly at the same time?

Some Games in FS One (V1)

• What competition events or games are included with FS One?
• Is pylon racing included?

Using Your Own Transmitter (airplane examples) - FS One ver 1 only (V1)

• What is the proper connection chain between my JR (or other) transmitter and my computer?
• Can the FS One Transmitter Editor be used with my JR, Futaba or Hitec Transmitter?
• How do I use my Spektrum Wireless interface with FS One?
• Will I be able to use my Futaba and Hitec transmitter with the Software/USB Adapter only version?
• How can I use my Spektrum DX6 or JR 662 transmitter with FS One (6-Ch JR)?
• How can I use my JR XP9303 transmitter with FS One (9-Ch JR)?
• How can I use my JR XF421EX 5-channel transmitter with FS One (5-Ch JR)?
• Can I use my JR Sport S400 or Quattro transmitter with FS One (4-Ch JR)?
• How can I use my Futaba T4VF 4-channel transmitter with FS One (4-Ch Fut)?
• How can I use my Futaba T9CAP 9-channel transmitter with FS One (9-Ch Fut)?
• How can I use my Futaba PCM1024 T9ZAP 9-channel transmitter with FS One (9-Ch Fut)?
• How can I use my Airtronics RD8000 8-channel transmitter with FS One (8-Ch Air)?
• How can I use my Airtronics Stylus 8-channel transmitter with FS One (8-Ch Air)?
• I'd like to use a dual stick (analog) gamepad with FS One. How can I do that?
• When I use JR/Spektrum or Hitec/Futaba Tx, does this drain the battery while I fly?
• I have a G2/G3 controller. How can I use that with FS One?
• I have a JR 10-channel radio. Will this work with FS One?

Using Your Own Transmitter (heli example) (V1)

• How can I use my Hitec Optic 6-channel transmitter with the Blade CP (6-Ch Hitec)?

Widgets and Tools (V1)

• How does the map overlay work?
• How can I remove the HUD ladder and make other HUD tweaks?
• What is Landing Distance?

Recordings (V1)

• How can I view recorded airplanes while I fly?
• Can I record and playback my flights?
• My Recordings start to far away or in an odd position.

Sound (V1)

• I hear a beep-beep-beep ... when I fly. How can I turn that off?
• Why can't I get my SoundBlaster Audigy 2 ZS Audio Card to work with FS One with XP?

Customizations (V1)

• Can I customize a flying location by adding trees, buildings, and other items?

Modders (for people who like to look and work under the hood) (V1)

Note the items here go beyond the usual tech support. These things are for people who are comfortable editing files and tweaking things beyond what can be done using the menus in FS One. Word of warning: Make a backup copy of any files that you might decide to tweak or else you might need to reinstall FS One plus the updates.

• Advanced Users: How can I add my own panorama flying site?
• Advanced Users: What's the trick to adding collision data to a pano field?
• Advanced Users: I'd like to reorder the airplane/heli lists to put my favorites at the top.
• Advanced Users: I'd like to reorder some of the other lists. How can I do that?
• Advanced Users: I want to reinstall FS One. How can I "import" my previous edits to airplanes, helis, and transmitters?
• Advanced Users: I want a wide-angle field of view with autozoom. How can I change the autozoom field of view (FOV)?

Troubleshooting (V1)

• When I start FS One, a black window flashes on the screen and the simulator does not start?
• When I start FS One, the airplane does not move and my controls have no effect.
• Why does the sim have a low frame rate.
• When helis crash, the engine does not startup like I would expect on reset. What's happening here?
• Why do I get an USB Interface error message when I start FS One?
• Why do I get an USB Interface error message intermittently within FS One?
• When I try to launch the program it does not detect the USB interface. How can that be fixed?
• Some users have reported issues when using a program called "Window Blinds". What's the solution?
• I am having issues with the sound quality in FS One with XP. Is there a way to fix this?
• I made some changes in the Options menu, and now the program sometimes crashes.
• I keep getting a message that an update is available even after I have already installed it.
• I am missing some or all of my aircraft and or transmitters after doing an update.
• I can't get my second player controller/interface to work in a Two-Player modes.
• Why is my edited aircraft not working?
• My airplane crashes as soon as I reset.
• I can't get my aircraft to take off from a ground launch.
• My aircraft is destroyed immediately upon launch with Hi-Start or Winch?
• Why do I get an USB Interface error message intermittently within FS One?
• Why can I only see the Alpha 40 and the Mustang within my copy of FS One Solo?
• When I am towing (towplane + sailplane), the simulator freezes.
• I cannot find any of the pylons at Harker Mountain.