http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum RCC Data Systems / SWFSG - Customer Forum en http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=117#117 117@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Windows 7... Message: Although much has happened in hardware evolution since the launch of FSX, the biggest single disappointment for many was Vista.  Many felt that 12 months or more of hardware performance gains were absorbed by a very demanding Vista operating system and thus large sections of business as well as many games users etc have stuck firmly with XP.  For the serious computing enthusiast however, XP x64 offered better performance, more RAM and although a little short on drivers in some areas, rock solid stability.  Whilst CPU's have gained more cores in the last 18 months, they haven't generally gained in clock speeds nor raw performance - unless of course you are able to afford the high-end Core i7 offerings...For those of us looking for an upgrade without a remortgage however, our savior could be just around the corner - and from an unlikely direction... Windows 7 is due for release in October.  "Oh no!" I hear you cry - not another Vista.  Well, I have to say having run the Beta of the 64 bit Windows 7 almost exclusively since the beginning of the year and now the Release Candidate, I have been pleasantly surprised.Windows 7 might look and feel much like Vista, but there the comparison ends.  It's more reliable, massively quicker and overall more like Vista should have been.  I'm not running a high spec PC by today's standards for my main office PC - Dual core Athlon 4600x2 (skt939), 2GB 533MHz RAM, on-board 6100 graphics & Dual-Head 6600GT (Running 3 screens) - but I rarely see any delay. At any one time I have at least 8 applications open plus anti-virus and often as many as 30 documents of various types and yet response is always instant.  This is a significant improvement on XP and XP x64.  Vista was abandoned on this machine after less than a week so this should give an idea of the improvements!  It isn't just a one off either as I'm also running the 32bit version of Windows 7 on an Acer Netbook with Atom 1.6GHz CPU & 1.5GB RAM with equally impressive results.  Windows 7 is clearly more than a re-branded Vista.  I have found the general 'usability' to be much improved and generally speaking if it runs on Vista it runs better on Windows 7.  Areas like display and network configuration are more innovative and more user friendly and more drivers support than ever is already embedded.  Installation is quicker and altogether more trouble-free than Vista too.For those looking to upgrade, our current advice is to await the launch of Windows 7 in October.  We will be preparing a range of new PC's to suit all budgets based on Windows 7 in late September and we hope to have an online 'configure & buy' section added to the website for the launch of Windows 7.For those wanting to try Flight Sim on Windows 7 themselves, our Demo PC will be at the September club meeting at Ipplepen on Sunday the 20th September 2009.  Please visit South West Flight Simulator Group (www.swfsg.co.uk) for more details and directions. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:36:47 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=116#116 116@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Bill Trezise Message: I have today received the very sad news that Bill Trezise of Simcontrol passed away in the early hours of this morning following a very brief illness.  Inventor of the hugely successful CopyCat and MRVC controls used all around the world by serious FS enthusiasts and training establishments alike, Bill inspired all those he met and his parting will be a great loss to us all.  Our deepest sympathies go out to all his family and work colleagues.Update: Service will be held at T&I Stockman Service Chapel, 19 Holwell Road, Brixham on Friday July 31st at 2PM.  Family request no flowers/cards and no black please. Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:16:54 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=114#114 114@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Using the Internet Message: Hello to all members of  S. W. F. S. G.  i am just browsing the Internet and somehowfound your Group and the pictures of your last meeting and you all seem to bereally enjoying each others company etc. And as a Flt. Simmer from a very longway away in Sydney Australia i wish i was there with you enjoying your company.                         From an "Ex Pom"  Regards  George:cool: Wed, 27 May 2009 14:59:08 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=113#113 113@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Need feedback on scenery packages (Pros & Cons) Message: oioi Marco  take a look here  i use this site for fs2004 and have found some geat freewear scenery  http://walhalla.mine.nu/fsx.php   And for any one reading this  with fs 2004 here is the link for that site too   http://walhalla.mine.nu/fs2004.php can recomend  the naples scenery , and the greek islands      hope this helps you jonj0e.......... Sun, 24 May 2009 23:41:59 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=112#112 112@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Saitek X45 Joystick Message: oioi  DereckT  , dont know if you have managed to sort your prolem out with the x45 , if not then try on the saiteck site  and down load the latest drivers this may solve your problem it worked for me hope u have the same luck here is the link  http://www.saitek.com/uk/down/drivers.htm         hope u get sorted jonj0e......... Sun, 24 May 2009 23:36:48 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=110#110 110@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Newbie Message: Hello..Came across this forum while browsing another Flight Sim one...I would like to enter my details in my profile,but when I click on " Personal",it says I do not have permission to access the page.What sparked my interest , I grew up in Paignton,and went to school at the old Totnes grammar,was also in the RN from 47-70.....so you can see that puts me up there with the old folks.I am currently running FSX...with Saitek Yoke pedals etc.Three monitors and two computers using Maxivista.I am not what you would call a Serious simmer.....Have difficulty "Multi Tasking"Just like flying the Heavies out of EGLL...Leonard..EX Oggie Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:27:59 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=109#109 109@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Need feedback on scenery packages (Pros & Cons) Message: At last I have now upgraded to a serious computer, a real mean machine!  Because of this I'm now able to expand the game to some nice add-ons but not quite clear as to which way to go.  I hope someone can point me in the right direction.I want to seriously improve the default scenery from FSX and have reduced my choices to two.  You're welcome to suggest any new one if you wish.  I have looked at "FS Global X" and "Ultimate Terrain X".  They both claim to be the 'bee's knees' in the market.A very hard choice, so if there is someone with some help it will be very much appreciated. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:03:31 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=108#108 108@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Microsoft FS2004 Message: The items mentioned above are now all gone.  Thank you for your interest.By the same means I bought at the club meeting my second Saitek Quadrant.  It makes such a difference and adds to the realism when flying multi props.  It is satisfying to see the proceeds of such sales, staying within the club. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:26:17 +0100 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=106#106 106@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Trees Swap program Message: I downloaded this program and have a few questions I hope someone can answer........first, I loaded into  D\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Trees Swap.......from here I selected the normal with birds and sent this to Microsoft Games, is this correct so far??   The  readme says it is a stand alone program, so should it be outside of FS9??  If I did it correct, how do I know it is installed??  Is there any kind of test to see if the trees are actually different than default??    Sounds like a great scenery addition if installed correct..................regards, B42l8, Tucson , Az Wed, 18 Mar 2009 01:27:05 +0000 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=105#105 105@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Microsoft FS2004 Message: Hi all.I have access to two  one brand new copies of FS9, Century of Flight, which are being sold for £9.99.If anyone is interested let me know via this forum.  I'll buy it and then deliver it at the next meeting (15th March).  I'll expect to be paid in cash.It may also be of interest for the club to buy it, and then resell for a small profit.  I shall be only the 'go in between'.  Let me know.OFFER OPEN TO CLUB MEMBERS ONLYRegards. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:35:38 +0000 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=104#104 104@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Flight Sim Show Message: [align=center]Hi guys. I have spoken to Richard a few times over the last few months and we would like to invite one and all of to the flight sim show at the helicopter museum in May of this yearMore information can be found here www.flightsim2009.com[/align] Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:02:37 +0000 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=103#103 103@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Hello! Message: Hey there everybody, im glad there are others around devon who enjoy simming! Im 17 years of age, and im from the teign valley, near chudleigh, hope everyone is ok and happy simming, just thought i would say hi!Jordan Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:04:43 +0000 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=102#102 102@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Goflight MCPPRO with PMDG747-400 FSX Message: A driver is now available from www.flightsimlabs.com. It does function well but it is rather expensive. Thu, 25 Dec 2008 12:08:25 +0000 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=101#101 101@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Wow! Message: Upwards of £4000 I believe... :eek: Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:45:19 +0000 http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum/view_topic.php?pid=100#100 100@http://www.rccds.co.uk/forum Topic: Wow! Message: Depends on the cost, really? Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:00:08 +0000