Notes and Information

The simulations run by using a shared memory file in RAM. If one program runs with a different version of this shared memory to another, then they will be unable to function.

If this problem occurs, the file :

C:\Program Files\VitalSimulation\A330_200\Executable\A330_200.ini

 May be edited  and the Font sizes changed

[OPTIONS]
IterationRate = 20
LargeFont = 90
SmallFont = 70
EcamFont = 90
TitleFont = 110
FmcLargeFont = 70
FmcSmallFont = 50
 

The Font sizes are read at program start so the effects of changing the font sizes are seen only after a program re start

On later windows OS ( Vista, 7, etc) Microsoft severely restricts the user’s control over their own PC or Lap top. One restriction is the inability to create the log file(s) which allow amongst others the viewing of the flight path on a Google map.

To allow the A330-200 PC program to write the log files and show the Google Map of the route and flight path, the user may need to select the “Run as administrator” flag in the advance properties of the desk top short cut as shown above.

Occasionally the Windows Operating system does not allow the simulation enough graphics memory to use and it fails to initialize, when started. This problem is resolved as soon as the computer is re-started.

Our simulations are designed to run on Windows operating systems. However, there are many different ways in which a PC, Laptop or tablet may be set up and below are some hints and tips in fixing any setup problems you may be experiencing.

Unreadable text on the MCDU

Unable to show the Map

Unable to start program due to insufficient memory

Shared Memory

Windows 10 may not initially show the download and give a warning about unknown publisher. On this message there is a small text link called “see more info”. Pressing this will allow Windows 10 to continue with the download.  

Windows 10 Downloading

In most cases, the software will simply not run and some information may lost, such as start up data. Unless it is essential to the simulation, it will not matter too much.

The problem is resolved by downloading the most up to date version of the software.

From time to time, pilots inform us of discrepancies between our simulation and the actual aircraft. Please study the outstanding issues list for any relevant issues with our models, that may limit the scope of the simulation you wish to have.

Outstanding Issues ;

Model fidelity