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Incoming: Miviz 'Advanced Series' - T-38A

Has the audible "loop" in the sound set been removed in the advanced update? I always get a repeating pulse sound in the standard version, especially annoying in external views.

- d
 
Was a pleasure to test this one folks.
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Wish I could say the same about owning it:dizzy: Rarely do I crash on purpose but I've just buried this into the sea in frustration!
ATB
DaveB:(
 
dvj said:
Has the audible "loop" in the sound set been removed in the advanced update? I always get a repeating pulse sound in the standard version, especially annoying in external views.

- d
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As far as I can tell.. no. Sound folders are slightly different in size and the loop sound may be slightly different but there's one there for sure and no less intrusive.
ATB
DaveB:)
 
OK, so so far, a lot of very positive reaction, but also a couple of reservations about installation and sound (and maybe also discounts, but as a new buyer, I don't have a role in that discussion).

I hate to ask this kind of question - it must be annoying to the developers - but again, given the premium price (to repeat - likely deserved), I'm being a little cautious. So... was wondering how it compares to the Lotus Simulations L-39 and the Milviz F-86. The Lotussim Albatross is the payware jet trainer I've enjoyed most, and the F-86 is another package I've gotten a lot of pleasure out of. I realize the aircraft aren't strictly comparable - but would like to get a handle on what kind of sim experience the new version of the T-38 delivers relative to those others.

I may just break down and buy later today (crunching deadline at the moment), but since I haven't yet reached for my wallet, thought I'd ask.

Thanks in advance!
 
Hi Alan:)

The installation problem I sorted. Unless I'm missing something fundamental (and yes.. I've read the manuals too) or I have a faulty download.. this isn't working for me at all. I uninstalled the model and while reinstalling.. the installer offered me one choice.. FSX/FSX Steam. When this page came up for the first time.. as there was only one option available, I presumed the installer would do the rest. On seeing it for the second time, I noticed a small radio button to the left which has to be pressed.. even though I was only given (correctly) one option. This time.. the install went straight to my FSX directory and installed correctly.

Disappointingly.. I think I'll have to register (again.. can't find my original registration) at Milviz to see if it's just me or if there's something wrong with my download. As a consequence.. it's difficult for me to offer a rational comment feeling as I do that I've just thrown a few dollars down the drain!! I've revisited the non-ADV model and that works as it's always done. The ADV is to all intents identical both inside and out.. the differences coming in a new FDE and the failure system I've yet to see. Will report back if I'm able to resolve my current issues.
ATB
DaveB:)
 
Dave, this is a "Smart Installer" and will only give you options for the actual simulators you have installed. Since I have four sim versions installed, of course I get multiple choices, of which I can choose one at a time.

  1. FSX (disk)
  2. FSX:SE (Side-by-Side)
  3. P3D v2
  4. P3D v3
 
Hi,

If we had known about the sound looping effect, we would have fixed it. To that end, we have assigned a sound knowledgable person to that for tmrw. An update will be released shortly with that, at least, fixed.

Thank you.

Kat.
 
n4gix said:
Dave, this is a "Smart Installer" and will only give you options for the actual simulators you have installed. Since I have four sim versions installed, of course I get multiple choices, of which I can choose one at a time.

  1. FSX (disk)
  2. FSX:SE (Side-by-Side)
  3. P3D v2
  4. P3D v3
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Cheers Bill.. too smart for me!:biggrin-new: I only have FSX (Disk) installed and get one option FSX/FSX Steam so I can't see why FSX and Steam are 'as one' in this case. Regardless.. I've now installed it 3 times (this time with AV off (MSE) during the install. It does actually trim now though I'm not seeing how to control the 'Advanced Options' unless it's purely through the realism slider from within FSX. My exe is listed as RC4v3.151207 which I find a bit odd. Is it normal to have release candidate numeration on a release version? Can't say I've looked that hard before as they've all worked straight out of the box.

As for the sound Kat.. all you have to do is go to spot view and you'll hear the loop:mixed-smiley-010:
ATB
DaveB:)
 
Hi,

Did you watch the video? It tells you exactly how to open the failures and realism menu. You should absolutely have all of your realism sliders to the max.

Thank you.

Kat
 
Hi Kat..

No.. I only usually watch these videos when (for example) I can't remember the startup procedure. With the ADV.. I don't have to as it starts with engines running unlike the standard version which starts cold and dark. That said.. I've just watched it and it was very informative.. especially pointing out where the T-38 options menu is or in my case.. where it should be. I don't have that menu in addons. I've checked dll.xml after each install and was surprised to see no entry for the T-38. Perhaps that points to my difficulties?
ATB
DaveB:)
 
Hi,

Whilst I wish I could help you, I am only the wife of Colin and not exactly able to either assess or deal with issues of any kind. I strongly suggest that you get on the forums for your issue(s).

Thank you

Kat.
 
Katoun said:
Hi,

If we had known about the sound looping effect, we would have fixed it. To that end, we have assigned a sound knowledgable person to that for tmrw. An update will be released shortly with that, at least, fixed.

Thank you.

Kat.
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BTW, No other Milviz offering that I own has a problem with sound loops. Guess I'll swap in the F4 sound set. LOL. Or even better the F86!
-d
 
I have both the F-86 and the T-38 and I must say I fly the T-38 more than any other jet. It is a total challenge to land properly. I don't think you'd ever regret getting the Talon.
 
I can't comment extensively, but as mentioned by Kat, if you bring up any issues or problems in the support forum, they'll address it.

Demands on my time meant that the first time I got to take a good look at it was because I needed a screenshot for the front page banner on the MV site, but I had absolutely zero issues with the install into FSX Steam.

I'd give plenty of details on how my plans for a five minute flight to grab a screenie turned into a couple of really fun hours, but I'm likely biased by association, so no-one should really listen to me!
 
JimmyRFR;996139...I'm likely biased by association said:
And yet we're listening.

Have heard and seen enough and was going to buy tonight, but then one of my cats took over my flightsim chair. Tomorrow, maybe...
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Katoun said:
Hi,

Whilst I wish I could help you, I am only the wife of Colin and not exactly able to either assess or deal with issues of any kind. I strongly suggest that you get on the forums for your issue(s).

Thank you

Kat.
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Forgive me Kat.. I didn't realise you were Colin's SWMBO!:biggrin-new: Email sent a few moments ago asking for registration instructions;)
ATB
DaveB:)
 
This is great . Just done my first flight and I had my work cut out for sure . This will keep me going for a long time yet .
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. Cheers
 
DaveB said:
Cheers Bill.. too smart for me!:biggrin-new: I only have FSX (Disk) installed and get one option FSX/FSX Steam so I can't see why FSX and Steam are 'as one' in this case.
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That is because as far as your computer is concerned, there is no difference at all between FSX (Disk) and FSX (Steam), as long as FSX (Steam) has been installed on a newly formatted system. That is what the first install option handles.

Anyone who has both FSX (Disk) and FSX (Steam) installed will see two choices, one for FSX (Disk) and another for FSX:SE (Side-by-Side). They could then choose either option, or even both by running the installer again.
 
OK, I'm now a T-38 Advanced owner and have a question for the gallery. Is anyone having trouble installing under FSX Steam Edition? My install runs fine, but I have no T-38 item in the add-ons pulldown menu, so I can't access the realism menu. Realism is set to "hard." Engines won't start - I get the ticking sound but no increase in RPM. Checked the dll.xml and found no references to the T-38, which I suspect is the issue. Went looking to see if the necessary lines were written somewhere else but so far haven't been able to find them. Uninstalled, re-downloaded and re-installed, all with antivirus off, but no joy. This isn't an official support request - I've asked for access to the support forum and I'm waiting to hear back. Happy to pursue the issue there. But I thought I'd ask here informally to see if anybody else has run into a similar problem, and what you did about it. Thanks in advance!
 
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