INITIALISATION

INITIALIZATION

This page appears during the application's startup and presents an animation of an MFD performing a "DTE LOAD".
Since the application performs several operations during initialization at startup, this animation displays the status of loading various data from the modules necessary for the application's operation.

Your pilot call sign displayed at the top of the animation comes from the BenchmarkSims Windows registry according to your active logbook.

It is possible to override this animation by clicking inside the MFD image.

When the animation approaches 98% loading, the main window of the application should appear.

CONFIG

OPTIONS DE CONFIGURATION DU SIMULATEUR

All known configuration options for the "Falcon BMS" simulator are presented via the "Config" tab.

Application of filters during the application startup process:

 

When loading the application, it automatically performs processes 1 to 3, namely;

Chargement des options avec les valeurs par défaut suggérées par BMS.

Chargement des options avec les valeurs par défaut suggérées par le QAF.

Chargement des options avec les valeurs spécifiques de l'utilisateur (USR) selon leur fichier «Falcon BMS User.cfg»

So you don't need to repeat this process. The three main filters are already loaded into your application, and the results of these filters are already visible in the tree structure on the left.
In this tree structure on the left, you'll also find the same icons (BMS, QAF, USR) so you know which process they were applied to.
The QAF filter locks certain options so that everyone can have the same critical options in multiplayer, ensuring a stable network environment for this simulator.

The above-mentioned process refers to our old version. The new version will process the three standard Falcon BMS configuration files (Falcon BMS.cfg, User and Server)

Every driver most likely has personal preferences that they can change themselves. There are three possible methods to change the value of one or more options;

• A) Use process #4: Select an additional filter from the list provided, then click on the pilot icon to apply this additional filter. We suggest using the filter USR_Util_QAF_#####.txt
• B) Select an item in the left-hand tree view and manually change a value in the entry window located in the center of the screen.
• C) Create your own custom additional filter (a simple .txt file located in the "This PC/Documents/QuebecAirForce/BMSConfig/CONFIG-PKG/" folder.

 

You can add multiple additional filters. They are cumulative.
As soon as you modify the value of an option or apply an additional filter, it is very important to click the [Save BMS Configuration] button so that both BMS configuration files are updated
before exiting this application; otherwise, your changes will not be taken into account.
You can modify all the options for items whose icon differs from that of the [QAF].

It is not possible to modify an option locked by the QAF critical options filter when this QAF filter is active (see the padlock icon).
To run a solo test and modify a critical option protected by the QAF, you must first reapply the BMS and USR filters only, by clicking the buttons for processes #1 and #3. If you do not apply the QAF filter, all options become editable.

However, it is not advisable to modify a critical value for a simulator that will be used over a network (multiplayer). In this case, we suggest that you return to re-enable all three filters and save the configuration before joining a server for a multiplayer match.
You should instead perform your tests on a personal version of the simulator (e.g., [E:]\Falcon BMS 4.38 & "_PERSO"[). Check with the squadron commander for this Multi-BMS procedure.

ALWAYS maintain a QAF-compliant version before going online to participate in a tactical mission or multiplayer campaign with other members of our squadron.
Otherwise, you risk obliterating a mission (.tac) or campaign (.cam), and all our members will experience stability issues with the simulator and that mission (or campaign) afterwards.
It is therefore MANDATORY for all our QAF members and cadets to update the BMS simulator configuration via our software before going online.

 

IMPORTANT:
When running the software, the tree on the left shows the situation as detected with your current configuration files located in your USER\CONFIG folder.
The values of each option you modify in the user interface will only take effect when the "Save BMS Config" button is clicked.
In summary, what appears on the left in the tree does not necessarily reflect your current simulator situation. When in doubt, ALWAYS make a backup here before connecting to a multiplayer session, even if everything appears normal on screen.
Backing up your configuration only takes a few seconds and can save us several months of trouble with the simulator. Help us maintain a stable network environment.

When an anomaly is detected:

An anomaly is possible if a user option violates a critical multiplayer option in the QAF filter.
This anomaly occurs because you likely applied the QAF filter after making a user modification while the QAF filter was disabled.

When the QAF filter is re-enabled and a conflict is detected, you will hear a beep and a red pilot icon will be displayed in the tree near the conflicting item.
However, the software will give precedence to the value entered in the QAF filter, and the value previously entered by the user will then be replaced (ignored). The red icon is only intended to inform you that a change was automatically made by applying the QAF filter.
If you save the configuration with a red driver icon, be aware that the QAF value will be retained in the configuration file.
You will then see at the bottom of your screen, near the [101e ECV Compliance (CFG)] button, a note indicating the number of anomalies corrected by the QAF filter.

Filter version vs simulator version (Build #):

The user must ensure that their BMS, QAF, and USR filter versions match the simulator version (Build #) in the upper right section.
When BMS releases a new patch (say, for example: Falcon BMS 4.38 U2, build #9999) and the QAF has not yet released any new filters, then the filter Build # will no longer match the SIM Build #.
In this case, it is strongly recommended not to backup the BMS configuration, as you risk losing items added by BMS in this new build #1358 that did not exist in our filters. Your base "Falcon BMS.cfg" file would then be overwritten by our current BMS filter Build #521 (U2).

A software and CONFIG_PKG update mechanism is available upon request to the user (Internet connection required).
You will receive an updated package that will automatically install in a specific folder designed for this application.

DTC / MFD

MULTI-FUNCTION-DISPLAY

The DTC [MFD] page allows you to modify the functions that will be displayed on the MFD1 and MFD2 in your cockpit, for each of the main modes (Air-Air, Air-Ground, Navigation, Missile and Dogfight Override, Selective-Jettison).

It is recommended that you adopt the 101st ECV standard, as it has been extensively tested for most flight situations.
If you are a newcomer or a cadet in training, this standard is mandatory to facilitate your instructor's work.

Additionally, our software allows you to save and retrieve a .mfd file containing your personal preferences. This is very useful in certain specific situations. The files generated here are compatible and bidirectional with those of the "Falcon BMS" and "Weapon Delivery Planner" software.

DTC / EWS

EARLY WARNING SYSTEM

The DTC [EWS] page allows you to modify the various electronic countermeasures programming.

Members of our Virtual Combat Squadron are encouraged to adopt the 101st VCS standard, as it has been extensively tested for most flight situations.
If you are a newcomer or a cadet in training, this standard is mandatory to facilitate your instructor's work.

Additionally, our software allows you to save and retrieve your personal preferences. This is very useful in certain specific situations. The files generated here are compatible and bidirectional with those of the "Falcon BMS" and "Weapon Delivery Planner" software.

DTC / RADIO-NAV

DTC / RADIO-NAV

This module displays current information about your UHF and VHF communications.
Preset and airport management will be available in the next release.

DTC / SYSTEMS

DTC / SYSTEMS

This module displays current information about your main systems.

DTC / WEAPONS

DTC WEAPONS

This module displays current information regarding the configuration of the weapon systems.

DTC / HARM

DTC HARM

New module with system amalgamation search (SAM_System / FCR_System / EWR_System)

MULTI-BMS

MULTI-BMS

This module allows you to switch to a second installation of the BMS simulator 4.38 currently installed on your device. Modifying the registry allows you to use multiple installations of the Falcon BMS simulator 4.38 currently installed on your PC.

PHONEBOOK

PHONEBOOK

The Contact Management module (Phonebook) is identical to the simulator module, but it offers the means to easily transpose and convert your UPLOAD and DOWNLOAD values to each of your contacts.

To test your download and upload speeds, simply click the link to "Open Speedtest.net."
A browser window will open so you can perform your bandwidth calculation. On this page, we suggest selecting the "Toronto, ON, Bell Canada" server, since peering between the Bell, Videotron, Cogeco, Telus, and other networks all takes place in Toronto.

Once you've completed your bandwidth analysis via Speedtest.Net on the website, copy the Download and Upload values into the boxes provided in our module.
Make sure you enter 70% of your bandwidth to leave room for other internet activity from all the other internet-enabled devices in your home.

Click the "Apply this calculation to all your contacts" button so that your DOWNLOAD and UPLOAD bandwidth values are saved for each of the servers in your contact list.

The operations performed in our “Phonebook” module are immediately transposed to the data in your “Falcon BMS Phonebook” when the calculation is applied to your contacts.

Our “Phonebook” module allows you to manage all your contacts just like the “Falcon BMS Phonebook” module.

KEYFILE

KEYFILE

The KEYFILE module allows you to analyze the callbacks present in your designated batch file. This analysis generates a report that will provide warnings when certain callbacks are missing or outdated.

You can also open another file "KeyFile.key" to analyze it.

Each line of the selected KeyFile.key file that appears with an orange background in the list on the right indicates an item that you should pay special attention to. The analysis report will tell you what the corresponding warning is for that callback.

«Complete Callback List»
The left section is a comprehensive list of all callbacks that exist for this version of the simulator. Callbacks with a checked box indicate that this callback is used in your batch file. Callbacks in the left list that do not have a checked box indicate that no command has been programmed to use this callback in your KeyFile.key file.

SKINS

SKINS

Ce module permet de modifier le skin de votre choix sur un modèle de F-16. Certains modules permettent également de définir certaines pages du Kneeboard.

La conception graphique des skins des F-16 a été effectuée par le Major-Gén. Stéphane (Fastfox) Lortie du 101e ECV qui a généreusement contribué à ce module.

About

ABOUT THIS SOFTWARE

This module indicates the version of this software and provides a direct link to this documentation on the QAF web.

Our application requires the ".NET Framework version 4.8.1" available from Microsoft.
This framework is automatically installed on your computer with the most recent updates to your Windows operating system.

DOWNLOAD / INSTALLATION

TÉLÉCHARGEMENT / INSTALLATION

Our software "BMSConfig-Setup.exe" will be available to the general public in two or three weeks...

Author

AUTHOR

 

Author: Jim «Spyder» Beattie.

 

 

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COLLABORATORS

COLLABORATORS:

 

Creation of skins for the F-16: Stéphane “Fastfox” Lortie.

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Korea (KTO) charts, Balkan (BTO) charts, and TACAN/VORTAC signal distance checks:
Apro, Cobra, Kid

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