IRIS Texan Open Beta

[rvn817j]

For those looking for the sale price it is now listed at half price ($20 AUD). I picked it up, but have not yet installed.

Happy Holidays to all!

Edit: Now installed. Much better than older version of Texan II. New instrumentation is great. Sound is "ho hum". One picture below -

http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/attachment.php?attachmentid=17072&stc=1

[strykerpsg]

Dave/Smudge,

This has my interest, but will the Tac Pack be a separate aircraft or an upgrade? Also will upgrade be a free patch or pay for DLC? Thanks

[rvn817j]

Dave/Smudge,

This has my interest, but will the Tac Pack be a separate aircraft or an upgrade? Also will upgrade be a free patch or pay for DLC? Thanks

Has my interest also. Dave's recent response was "Though the TacPack AT-6 is a seperate produce scheduled for later next year. :)"

Still hasn't directly answered your question. Based on that response, I bet it isn't free, but I would sure like to see it as a "deeply discounted" PATCH for current T6 Texan II owners. Maybe Dave has not yet determined the details. What say you Dave?

[Naki]

I wonder whether a T-6C is next?

[mikewmac]

I wonder whether a T-6C is next?
The Texan Open Beta package contains several T-6C textures, but for now at least it uses the T-6B model with them.

[Smudge]

The systems and information we have is dedicated to the T-6B, though from cockpit shots, the major difference in the B and C is the addition of external fuel tanks.

As for the AT-6, it'll be a completely different product due to the significant increase in work required for it. :)

As for discounts and costs.. I'm not saying anything at this stage... I confirmed the A-10 TacPack would be free when we started developing that and it bit me in the butt as we had no idea how significant the workload would be to integrate TackPack to that level.

I'll be uploading a new version of the product later on today... just making some adjustments to the code and systems to match the manual.

[strykerpsg]

The systems and information we have is dedicated to the T-6B, though from cockpit shots, the major difference in the B and C is the addition of external fuel tanks.

As for the AT-6, it'll be a completely different product due to the significant increase in work required for it. :)

As for discounts and costs.. I'm not saying anything at this stage... I confirmed the A-10 TacPack would be free when we started developing that and it bit me in the butt as we had no idea how significant the workload would be to integrate TackPack to that level.

I'll be uploading a new version of the product later on today... just making some adjustments to the code and systems to match the manual.

Cool! I can wait for the AT-6. In the mean time, I'll put some hours on the PC-21. Thanks for the update.

[Naki]

The Texan Open Beta package contains several T-6C textures, but for now at least it uses the T-6B model with them.

Thanks - does it include RNZAF textures? Couldn't see any reference on their web site.

[Smudge]

Yes Naki it does... :)

[Smudge]

We've temporarily disabled purchases of the Texan Driver Early Access product whilst we upload a new version to the server.


This version features a 200+ page manual to aid in your understanding and learning of the aircraft, along with some adjustments to code, systems and flight modelling.


We anticipate the product to be back up for sale in about an hour. We will advise you here when it's ready.

[Smudge]

The Texan Driver Early Access product is now available to purchase again from the IRIS Store. This new version features improved documentation, a number of code and flight model changes and brings the product ever closer to release!

If you don't have a copy yet, head over to our store to purchase your copy today at 50% off its standard price!

http://irissi.ms/texanea (http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Firissi.ms%2Ftexanea&h=HAQGGj9_3&enc=AZPyq0dVKbRrVOrzt6JxyKAHVDtU_4Eao7vVk-p0KGlGMrFhN0VDBk-SzVm0_CAPb6ADXFFET52b99uBD_yrm09QXPMvHNtNCa57h1GHD yFCzXcBpFvNHLRy_KHI_dvCo0yRll5F_IuVWC3to-woV6rQ&s=1)

[mikewmac]

The Texan Driver Early Access product is now available to purchase again from the IRIS Store. This new version features improved documentation, a number of code and flight model changes and brings the product ever closer to release!

If you don't have a copy yet, head over to our store to purchase your copy today at 50% off its standard price!

http://irissi.ms/texanea (http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Firissi.ms%2Ftexanea&h=HAQGGj9_3&enc=AZPyq0dVKbRrVOrzt6JxyKAHVDtU_4Eao7vVk-p0KGlGMrFhN0VDBk-SzVm0_CAPb6ADXFFET52b99uBD_yrm09QXPMvHNtNCa57h1GHD yFCzXcBpFvNHLRy_KHI_dvCo0yRll5F_IuVWC3to-woV6rQ&s=1)
Smudge,

I just purchased the Texan Driver Early Access product yesterday. How do I go about downloading this new version with the improved documentation?

[Smudge]

Mike, just log into your IRIS Store account and re-download the product from your product invoice (in the 'My Account' section).

Also, it mentions this in the installer, but delete the IRIS T-6B Texan II folder from your Microsoft Flight Simulator X or Prepar3D V2/Simobjects/Airplanes/ folder before you install the new version.

That way it's a clean install and it should work as planned. :)

[mikewmac]

Mike, just log into your IRIS Store account and re-download the product from your product invoice (in the 'My Account' section).

Also, it mentions this in the installer, but delete the IRIS T-6B Texan II folder from your Microsoft Flight Simulator X or Prepar3D V2/Simobjects/Airplanes/ folder before you install the new version.

That way it's a clean install and it should work as planned. :)
Thanks Smudge,
I thought that might be the case, but I wanted to be sure before I tried it. :ernaehrung004:

[air1]

Smudge

I purchased this product yesterday from FSS, how do I get the update and know when it is available.

Thanks in advance.

[Dumonceau]

A question before I jump in: does this model have a quick start function?

Dumonceau

[YoYo]

Has my interest also. Dave's recent response was "Though the TacPack AT-6 is a seperate produce scheduled for later next year. :)"

Still hasn't directly answered your question. Based on that response, I bet it isn't free, but I would sure like to see it as a "deeply discounted" PATCH for current T6 Texan II owners. Maybe Dave has not yet determined the details. What say you Dave?

I wait for this idea too..

From Iris FB page:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t31.0-8/10631246_10152742273027416_1157824718716517143_o.j pg

[Sieggie]

David,

Where do we get the info on incremental releases for the Texan? I see no new posts on the forum for quite some time.

Dave

[modelr]

David,

Where do we get the info on incremental releases for the Texan? I see no new posts on the forum for quite some time.

Dave

I just downloaded the update, and the incremental lists were in the Texan Driver - Early Access Information.pdf inside the zip.

[YoYo]

I have manual dated 21.12 8:46 IAP 2015.001-AFM. Downloaded Today. For sure its a still beta but I hope this front hole near the HUD in the glass will be solved in the future :).

http://images66.fotosik.pl/467/b91f02355477ba22.jpg

http://images70.fotosik.pl/467/5e9f5c32950c246a.jpg

http://images67.fotosik.pl/470/e456468ba0860207.jpg


A question before I jump in: does this model have a quick start function?

Dumonceau

Easy to start.

[Dumonceau]

Easy to start.

Thank you for your clear instructions. you're too kind...

[rvn817j]

I have manual dated 21.12 8:46 IAP 2015.001-AFM. Downloaded Today. For sure its a still beta but I hope this front hole near the HUD in the glass will be solved in the future :).

http://images66.fotosik.pl/467/b91f02355477ba22.jpg

http://images70.fotosik.pl/467/5e9f5c32950c246a.jpg

http://images67.fotosik.pl/470/e456468ba0860207.jpg



Easy to start.

YoYo - Looks like you are having the same problem as me with this new release....no HUD symbology?? No functioning HUD brightness switch, no on / off switch. It was working in the prior release. While I'm at it, is there any way to sit in the instructor / rear seat? Love the static wicks on the wings. Much refined over prior Iris Texan II.

For start I use "cntl E" and 3 switches on - Batt, Gen and Avionics Mstr.

[ST0RM]

Just bought it a few minutes & downloading now. Thanks for the sale.

Jeff

[rsgunner]

Hud worked for me.

Just had to bring the brightness up.

Russ

[YoYo]

YoYo - Looks like you are having the same problem as me with this new release....no HUD symbology??

No, HUD works ok, but I talked about this hole near the HUD. I didnt notice this for example in PC-21. Beta :) (I hope).

http://images70.fotosik.pl/468/4899f050b4c9143f.jpg


Thank you for your clear instructions. you're too kind...

I do not understand your frustration. Easy means easy: batter on, engine cut on (+IDE), ignition on, auto start on, gen on, avionics on + HUD/lights ect. I did it without manual so I think yes - its simply easy - like in many aircrafts (military).
Certainly, the manual describes this in more details.

[rvn817j]

Thanks. Got it now as I had done everything except spin the mouse wheel. YoYo, good eyes. I would have never really focused on that...good catch.

[ST0RM]

The Eng Cutoff switch on the throttle does not appear to be working. My only noticeable item so far. Spin entry and recovery are beautiful!

Jeff

[Smudge]

Phew,

Morning all, thought I'd pop in and see what feedback there was.. :)

The HUD issue is something we're aware of, it occured when I ungrouped the parts to make the variable brightness HUD as the USN pilots in the team told us that they don't use the HUD very much during primary... never knew that! lol.

The start procedure is as per the manual for autostart or manual start... :)

(I'm douing this from memory, so it may not be 100% to the manual.)

1. Parking Brake ON
2. Battery ON
3. Hit MORE on the EICAS page (Right MFD)
4. Click the Fuel Cutoff Paddle to move throttle from cutoff to idle.
5. Advance throttle slowly until you see the ST READY Light appear on the right EICAS display.
6. Momentarily push the starter button to AUTO (letting go of the mouse will bring it back to NORM, which is right)

Sit and wait, at about 12% N1, the engine will fire up.

At 60% N1, reduce throttle to idle.

7. Generator Switch ON
8. Anti Ice ON

There's more to it than that, but that'll get you the basics.. :)

[waka172rg]

Got it and i aint disappointed thanks Iris from New Zealand

http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/22/29dSj.jpg

http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/22/tsFzI.jpg

http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/22/NQFaW.jpg

http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/22/bYT5z.jpg

It is a Hot machine cheers

waka172rg

[Ian Warren]

Blake you bugger .. "Son of a Bitch cut me off .. I'm in " :encouragement: all this "TOPGUN" stuff , the lines really has been coming out in the last few weeks .... all this madness :adoration:

[YoYo]

David,

just a question about the sound. In medium or high RPM I hear something like quiet ringing phone. Or Im mad? :biggrin-new:

http://images70.fotosik.pl/470/82d4198107b95013.jpg

[waka172rg]

Blake you bugger .. "Son of a Bitch cut me off .. I'm in " :encouragement: all this "TOPGUN" stuff , the lines really has been coming out in the last few weeks .... all this madness :adoration:

LOL yeh Boy :a1310: Plenty of time to MP :wavey:

[Ian Warren]

I guess its a must for the Kiwis :santahat:
http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/22/ErGZe.jpg

[teeboy]

Anyone figured out how to switch between com1 and com2? Thought that would be sorted considering the other systems being simulated. Manual mentions a rocker switch on the PCL - where is it?

Enjoying this as much as the PC-9A tho' - good use of all that MAIW scenery and AI I've clogged my disk up with :untroubled:

[Victory103]

I'd like to see someone replicate the delivery flight of the Kiwi Texans from Wichita, KS USA to NZ. Across many "ponds" in a single turboprop, but with that engine I would do it. 20+ day trip.

Wichita KS -Des Moines, IA-Ottawa, CN-Newfoundland-Labrador-Greenland-Keflavik-Glasglow-London-Rome-Chania,Greece-Amman-Dubai-Ahmedabad,India-Kolkota,India-Bangkok-Seletar,Singapore-Bali-Darwin-Cairns-Coolangatta-Norfolk Island-Ohakea,NZ

[Ian Warren]

I'd like to see someone replicate the delivery flight of the Kiwi Texans from Wichita, KS USA to NZ. Across many "ponds" in a single turboprop, but with that engine I would do it. 20+ day trip.

Wichita KS -Des Moines, IA-Ottawa, CN-Newfoundland-Labrador-Greenland-Keflavik-Glasglow-London-Rome-Chania,Greece-Amman-Dubai-Ahmedabad,India-Kolkota,India-Bangkok-Seletar,Singapore-Bali-Darwin-Cairns-Coolangatta-Norfolk Island-Ohakea,NZ

:adoration: I'm sure that must have been a Promotional tour that seem to be repeated :biggrin-new: I'll wait till they plop one in Christchurch and ask if I can go for a return flight :encouragement: ... an excuse like ..... thinking ..... Arr got it , no fluffy dice hanging from the HU ... :bee:

[Ian Warren]

http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/28/itMg.jpg
http://www.fsfiles.org/flightsimshotsv2/images/2014/12/28/Wo7rG.jpg

[YoYo]

Some of info and new pack of skin. https://www.facebook.com/irissimulations/photos_stream?ref=page_internal

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t31.0-8/1962284_10153042935332416_2017651748914940731_o.jp g

"So we were hoping to release the Texan Driver out of Early Access to full release this last weekend, but alas, not all went to plan.On the plus side, it's given us a week to touch things up and generally add in some additional goodies.. like these fantastic paintschemes by resident artists, Magnus Almgren & Rachael Whiteford"

[jojohnson9]

I just downloaded the latest version. The Power Control Lever still does not move. A Configuration Manager has been added. It's supposed to add chocks, pilots, and external fuel tanks. It does not work. Flying around with no visible pilots is no fun. Anyone else have the Configuration Manager problem?

[whiteside]

Where do we find the link to download this aircraft?

[YoYo]

Where do we find the link to download this aircraft?

Here:
http://www.irissimulations.com.au/ols/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10&products_id=39

[Smudge]

Actually YoYo, I have to respectfully correct you on that one. The link goes to the PC-9/A. The T-6 has been removed from sale whilst we gear up to full release this weekend. :)

[ST0RM]

David,

Will the full release include the aux tanks? I'm looking forward to the final release, then the AT-6.

Cheers,
Jeff

[ZsoltB]

And TacPack?

[ZsoltB]

http://i57.tinypic.com/r2qqdt.jpg

http://i62.tinypic.com/whbpz8.jpg

:applause:

[jojohnson9]

I just downloaded the latest version. The Power Control Lever still does not move. A Configuration Manager has been added. It's supposed to add chocks, pilots, and external fuel tanks. It does not work. Flying around with no visible pilots is no fun. Anyone else have the Configuration Manager problem?

What a difference a day makes. Just downloaded the latest version today. The T-6B must be close to commercial release. The Power lever works now. The Configuration Manager has been enlarged with three new options, including options for "cold & dark" or "ready to fly". And all options work quite well. The new paints are incredible, while frame rates are very good. This plane is a definite keeper.

[whiteside]

Here:
http://www.irissimulations.com.au/ols/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10&products_id=39

That looks like a PC9A
Will this get me the T6A?

[whiteside]

Actually YoYo, I have to respectfully correct you on that one. The link goes to the PC-9/A. The T-6 has been removed from sale whilst we gear up to full release this weekend. :)

Got it, thanks!

[JensOle]

Any news on the release of the Texan?

I must confess I have a soft spot for these aggressive turbo prop trainers :-) Really looking forward to the AT-6B.

[Smudge]

Any news on the release of the Texan?

I must confess I have a soft spot for these aggressive turbo prop trainers :-) Really looking forward to the AT-6B.

We're still pushing to get things finalised. :) At the moment all the essential parts are in, we're just adding more goodies. :) I can't really say more than that at the moment, but it'll be worth the wait. We're hoping for 1-2 weeks depending on how things progress behind the scenes.

That and we've been working with some T-6B students and instructors to get the flight dynamics to their satisfaction.

[Daveroo]

smudge?...final price will be around $40.00 ? or do you have a ball park?...need to budget for it.

[Smudge]

smudge?...final price will be around $40.00 ? or do you have a ball park?...need to budget for it.

Daveroo, that's the plan. Working on the same pricing as the PC-9/A.

We're only a few days from the final release, those that have purchased, have you recently downloaded the most current version (V1.0.20150224.2057) and if so, what's your take on it? Ready to release or still need more input?

Cheers.

[ST0RM]

David,

The only thing I notice is if I load the aux tanks. They are over the aircraft's gross weight. Shouldn't the externals be compensated for in that limit?

Otherwise, I'm very happy with it.

Jeff

[Smudge]

What version does your ver.txt file say you're running in your Simobjects/Airplanes/IRIS T-6B Texan II folder say?

[ST0RM]

V1.0.20150215.1705

[Smudge]

Storm, Re-download the latest version from your Early Access product invoice on the store and you should have the latest version. Did you get it from IRIS or The Flightsim Store?

[ST0RM]

Direct from IRIS. I'll grab the new download. Thanks David.

Jeff

[Smudge]

Jeff,

It is recommended that the following files be removed prior to installation.1. Simobjects/Airplanes/IRIS T-6B Texan II folder and subfolders.
2. Simobjects/Airplanes/IRIS T-6C Texan II folder and subfolders.
3. All files beginning with fx_iris_t6b in your Effects folder.
4. All files beginning with fx_t6b in your Effects/Texture folder.
5. All files beginning with T6B in your Fonts folder.

Just to make sure it's a clean install. :)

[ST0RM]

Jeff,

It is recommended that the following files be removed prior to installation.1. Simobjects/Airplanes/IRIS T-6B Texan II folder and subfolders.
2. Simobjects/Airplanes/IRIS T-6C Texan II folder and subfolders.
3. All files beginning with fx_iris_t6b in your Effects folder.
4. All files beginning with fx_t6b in your Effects/Texture folder.
5. All files beginning with T6B in your Fonts folder.

Just to make sure it's a clean install. :)

Will do. As a matter of fact. I'll do that now. Thank you!

-Jeff