64-bit Win7 and HDR/bloom plug-in

[dswo]

That's some fancy vid-making, John. One question, though: I've tried that HDR plugin in multiple instances of FSX on several rigs and with three or four video cards, and I can't seem to get it working worth a hoot. Clearly I'm missing something. I'll have to pick your brain about what I might be doing wrong.

I'm picking this up from another thread: http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/showpost.php?p=305762&postcount=18.

This spring, we discussed a free Russian plug-in that produced a bloom-like effect, but with minimal effect on framerates: http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/showthread.php?t=14917. I tried it a couple times, but gave it up: I liked the effect, but after awhile I always lost my antialiasing.

A few weeks ago, I installed the 64-bit version of Windows 7. Since then, FSX has been smoother. A few days ago, I also reinstalled the HDR plug-in. So far, it's working and I haven't lost my antialiasing. This makes me think it was a memory problem.

No promises here: I don't work for Microsoft, and I'm not paid to support their software. YMMV. Still, if you were going to install a new OS anyway, and you were on the fence about 64-bit versus 32-bit, think of this as another data point.

[spotlope]

I just tried it again, and I'm still having problems. Is it possible that the plugin only works in windowed mode? I'm having success using it that way, but when I switch to full-screen and activate the plugin (shift-F12), I get no visual effect other than a couple of floating black polygons. This is the same thing that's happened since I started trying to use this mod, so I'm thinking it must be a problem between my chair and keyboard. ;)

[Smudge]

Speaking of Win 7, I upgraded and installed FSX as normal...however, not once, ever have I been able to get 30FPS locked at Friday Harbour with FSX RTM, we're talking out of the box FSX, no perf enhancements, no Service Packs... I have to say I'm impressed with Win 7 so far.. ;) Oh and I'm using the bloom mod with no issues so far either.

[spotlope]

SUCCESS! Thanks to John Venema for finally tipping me off to what my problem was. The HDR plugin doesn't work in full-screen mode with multiple monitors. That's why for years I've been trying it with different systems, and always getting a fail. I temporarily disabled my secondary monitor, and voila! HDR a-go-go. Just thought you other display-gifted chaps and chapettes would appreciate knowing that.

[Bjoern]

So far, it's working and I haven't lost my antialiasing.

Even upon switching views and/or windowing/unwindowing FSX?

[koorby]

I never lose AA with the HDR plugin active, even when switching views.

For those interested, here's my .ini file which I tweaked about a year ago and I've been using ever since in all my videos and for testing etc. It will create a richer color pallette and works a LOT better at dawn/dusk/night, where the default .ini really fails.

[flaviossa]

John,
Using your config .... waaaaaay much better than mine. :medals:

Thank you!

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