VRinsight MCP combo panel User manual

MCP combo panel
USER MANUAL
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Please read this manual before operating your
units and keep it for future reference.
Virtual Reality Insight
Virtual Reality Insight
VRinsight
All stated here is subject to change without advanced notice for improvement.
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BEFORE USE : Thanks for purchasing VRi’s MCP Combo panel.
Before operating your units, please rea through this manual an keep it for future reference.
For any further question, visit www.wilcopub.com or contact us below:
Fax : [phone]
E-mail (Suppor eam) : [e-mail]
NOTE : This manual could be redis ribu ed unless you modify he con en s.
This manual has been wri en ou on a Serial FP v2/Je Liner’s MCP combo
panel basis.
All sof ware (& sof ware versions) s a ed here is subjec o change wi hou advanced
no ice for improvemen .
If you wan o download he la es driver version for panel & applica ion
programs, visi www.vrinsigh .com
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Box contents

VRinsight MCP combo panel
The MCP combo panel of VRinsigh features various types of aircrafts’ panel with full
control complement ; efault aircrafts of MSFS, most freeware an commercial a -on
aircraft (Wilco’s B737 Classic, PMDG’s B737NG & 744, Level-D’s B767-300 an PSS’
A319,320,330,340). It is completely interface with MSFS9 an MSFSX through a -on
software “VRiSim” which enables MCP combo panel to perform full simulation with
simple connection your computer through USB. Package inclu ing universal power supply
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simple connection your computer through USB. Package inclu ing universal power supply
a aptor (DC 5V).
The MCP combo panel is comprise of EFIS, MCP & COM (Instrument Ra io) part to
un erstan a vance flight controls for beginners an less a vance users starting flight
simulation games at a first step.
Each control part; EFIS, MCP & COM has push buttons, rotary knobs, toggle S/Ws an /or 2
line character type LCDs offers actual flight circumstance with full control complement.
•VRiSim suppor s all func ions o MCP combo panel
•MCP combo panel consumes high power. To avoid malfunc ion , do no use many o her
USB in erfacing devices. We recommend using ex ernal power supply (DC 5V adap or)
•If you wan o use a USB hub, be sure ha he USB hub is USB 2.0 complian .
O herwise i may cause a malfunc ion.

The MCP combo panel features the following controls:
EFIS par :
- Toggle S/Ws for VOR1,2/ADF1,2 .
- Knob S/Ws for MINS, BARO, CTR ; ND mo e selector an TFC.
- Push buttons for FPV, MTR, WXR, NAVAID, WPT, ARPT, DATA
- All buttons an rotary knobs are user-programmable
EFIS part MCP part COM part
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MCP par :
- 2 line character type LCD isplaying SPD, HDG, ALT an Pitch & Bank
at Autopilot Status
- On/Off toggle S/Ws for F/D, A/T
- Thrust mo e selection buttons: N1, SPD, FLCH
- Push buttons for HDG SEL & HOLD, ALT HOLD, V/S SEL, TOGA, CRZ,
VNAV, LNAV, CMDA, CMDB, CMDC, LOC, CWSA(Y/D), CWSB(BCRS),
APP
- On/Off toggle switch for DISENGAGE.
COM(Ins rumen Radio) and 8-User programmable con rol par :
- 2 line character type LCD isplaying COM & NAVAID Frequencies,
DME istance, spee , VOR ID & CRS, Squawk co e
- 5 push buttons for Instrument ra io function selector
(COM, NAV, ADF, DME, TRANSPONDER)
- Rotary knob for NAVAID’s frequency change, CRS/OBS, Squawk Co e
- TFR button for activating stan -by frequency
- 8 User programmable control buttons

Fea ures
•Integrate unit with full ra io stack function : EFIS part, MCP part, COM
part
•All necessary buttons, switches an LCD panel to input SPD, VOR, HDG
an all other functions for getting close to real flight.
•Offer actual flight circumstance via MCP combo panel with full control
complement
•Full metal cases
•One year warranty
Technical specifica ions
•USB interface type to computer
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•External power requirement : DC 5V a aptor or USB power supply type to
MCP combo panel. We recommen using DC 5V a aptor.
•50cm(W) x 14cm(H)
•4Kg
Compa ibili y sof ware
•Flight simulator 2004 / FSX by Microsoft
Opera ing sof ware
•VRiSim

VRiSim Ins alla ion
With MCP combo panel, an “Install DVD” is inclu e . When you insert it in DVD river of your
computer, “VRinsight HTML” ocument will be shown. Then click “VRiSim” (operating
software) an install it at a proper fol er.
“VRiSim” is the main operating software of VRinsight use for all VRinsight flight panels.
VRiSim software supports full functions of MCP combo panel an completely interface with
MSFS9 an MSFSX enables full simulation with simple connection with your computer
through USB.
Be sure ha when ins alling VRiSim, “Ins all USB-Serial Driver” mus be checked.
After installation, you can fin “SeiralFP2” in “All programs” of “Start menu”.
USB Connec ion
The connection between MCP combo panel an your computer is ma e using a USB cable
that plugs into an USB port on your computer. If you wan o use a USB hub, be sure ha he USB
hub is USB 2.0 complian . O herwise i may cause a malfunc ion.
When you connect MCP combo panel to your computer at first, your computer will etect it
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When you connect MCP combo panel to your computer at first, your computer will etect it
an will escribe the process step by step.
Power Connec ion
Power supplying of MCP combo panel is one by universal power supply a aptor DC 5V
(Inclu e in package) an /or USB port of your computer. Make sure that before trying to
operate MCP combo panel, you must confirm the USB connection first in or er to prevent
malfunction.
Before trying to operate, be sure that LCD isplaying is shown.
Run “VRiSim”
When you confirm all setup processes one; “VRiSim” installation, “USB connection” an
“Power connection”, you are rea y to operate MCP combo panel.
Download & ins all “FSUIPC”
Refer o “Download & ins all FSUIPC” a “Download” par of www.vrinsigh .com
FS 9 requires FSUIPC v3.80 or later. FSX requires FSUIPC v 4.26 or later.

EFIS part controls explanation
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EFIS (Elec ronic Fligh Ins rumen Sys em) : It is use to control the respective Primary
Flight Display (PFD) an Navigation Display (ND). EFIS panel inclu es controls for selecting
various mo es an ranges on the ND as well as switches to isplay NAVAIDS, waypoint,
airports an etc. Two toggle S/Ws allow isplaying of the left an right VOR an ADF
bearing pointer on the ND. Controls are available to set barometric altimeter settings for
isplaying on the PFD.
•The func ions of each bu on and knob can be differed from he explana ion according o
he aircraf 's implemen a ion. Also, bu ons and knobs are user programmable for ano her
func ionali y.

L or R VOR / ADF switch : Select NAVAID between VOR or
ADF.
Pushing : Resets or blanks PFD display
Rotating : Adjusts PFD radio or baro minimums altitude
Pushing : Displays preselected barometric setting
Rotating : Adjusts barometric reference
Pushing : Displays full compass rose for APP, VOR and
MAP modes. Subsequent pushing alternates between
expanded and centered displays
Rotating : Changes ND(Navigation Display) mode among
APP, VOR, MAP, PLN.
MIN
S
CTR
BAR
O
Toggle
S/W
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APP, VOR, MAP, PLN.
APP : Approach mode, displays ILS, localizer and glide
slop information in heading up format. Reference ILS
receiver, ILS frequency or identification, course and DME
VOR : VOR mode, displays VOR navigation information in
heading up format. Reference VOR receiver, VOR
frequency or identification, course and DME and
TO/FROM information
MAP : Map mode, displays FMC-generated route and
map information airplane position, heading and track in
tracking-up format. Displays waypoints, including the
active waypoint within the selected range. Also displays
VNAV deviation
PLN : Plan mode, displays a stationary true north-up route
depiction. Route may be reviewed selecting “STEP” at
using the CDU legs
Pushing : Displays TCAS information on the ND
Rotating : Selects the desired ND nautical miles range
scale
TFC
Rotate &
Push

FPV Displays flight path vectors on PFD
MTRS Displays PFD altitude meters indications
MAP buttons : Selects or removes ND information. More than
one displayed may be selected at a time
WXR Displays weather radar information
STA
Displays high and low altitude navigation aids in the 10, 20 or
40 NM range and high altitude navigation aids only if range is
selected above 40 NM
WPT
Displays waypoints if range selector is set to 10, 20 or 40 NM
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WPT
Displays waypoints if range selector is set to 10, 20 or 40 NM
ARPT Displays airports information ; ID, distance and etc
DATA Displays the FMC estimated time of arrival and altitude at
each waypoint
POS Displays ADIRU and both GPS positions and VOR raw data
radials extended from the nose of the airplane to the stations.
TERR
Displays the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System
terrain data on the ND. The data is mutually exclusive of
WXR data, so selecting one deselects the other.
Between WXR and TERR the priorities are :
•Terrain warning
• Predictive wind shear warning
• Terrain caution
• PWS caution
Push SW

MCP part controls explanation
MCP (Mode Con rol Panel) : It provi es control of the Autopilot, Flight Director, Altitu e
alert an Auto-throttle System. The MCP is use to select an activate Autopilot Flight
Director System, (AFDS) mo es an establish altitu es, spee s an climb/ escent profiles.
* All buttons on the panel are user programmable. How to program the buttons are
explaine at “Panel interface” in “
Downloa
” part.
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explaine at “Panel interface” in “
Downloa
” part.

CRS
A/T Toggles Auto-Throttle Mode On/Off
F/D Activates or Deactivate Flight Director(F/D)
The commands bar on the PFD annunciated when activated.
DISEN
GAGE Controls autopilot engagement
SPD Rotating : Decides the speed of airplane to fly
HDG
Rotating : Decides the heading of airplane to fly
Rotating : Decides the course (OBS) to NAVAID(VOR)
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HDG
Rotating : Decides the heading of airplane to fly
ALT Rotating : Decides the altitude of airplane to fly
V/S Rotating : Decides the vertical speed of airplane to fly

CRZ
N1 SPD
Changes the flight level to the altitude indicated on LCD
Displayed on PFD pitch flight mode annunciator as pitch
mode and auto-throttle automatically engaged.
FLCH
HDG
SEL
HDG
HLD
HDG SEL sets heading on LCD, PFD and ND
HDG HLD holds heading established at wings level.
ALT
HLD
Engages Altitude as a pitch mode and displays it PFD pitch
flight mode annuniciator. AFDS commands pitch to maintain
Altitude
TOGA In takeoff / go-around / Cruise : Generates certain
torque with A/T is On.
Autopilot heading mode: Heading Select(HDG
SEL), Heading Hold (HDG HLD)
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Takes over and controls the pitch and airspeed in accordance
with a pre-set profile(If VNAV and Auto-throttle armed). VNAV
engages above 400 feet radio altitude
Engages A/P (A, B, C is the number of
/AP and is different on the type of airplane)
VNAV
HLD
Altitude
LVNA
Makes airplane tracking Magenta line on the ND. LNAV
engages if airplane is above 50 feet radio altitude, within 2.5
NM of active leg, and within path capture parameters of ground,
intercept angle and bank angle, to active leg.
CMDA CMDB CMDC
LOC Engages Localizer and AFDS as roll mode to capture and
track inbound on front course

Y/D
BCRS
APP
Engages Localizer as roll mode and glide slop as pitch mode
AFDS captures and tracks localizer in LOC mode and capture
glide slop in glide slop mode. Localizer captures when
intercept track angle is within 120 degrees of localizer course.
Glide slop captures when intercept track angle is within 80
degrees of localizer course.
LCD display : It shows SPD, HDG, ALT, V/S and Autopilot Status
or Aircrafts attitude (Pitch & Bank)
V/S
FPA Engages vertical speed or flight path angle as pitch mode
Yaw Damper
Back-Course Mode
or Aircrafts attitude (Pitch & Bank)
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COM part controls explanation
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COM (Ins rumen Radio) Panel & 8-User Programmable Bu ons :
It provi es ra ios stack function an user programmable control buttons
* All buttons on the panel are user programmable. How to program the buttons are
explaine at “Panel interface” in “Downloa ” part.

GEAR
OFF
GEAR
UP
GEAR
DN
FLAP
UP
FLAP
DN
A.BRK
RTO
A.BRK
DEC
A.BRK
INC
Selection buttons : Buttons are used to carry out a pre-defined
function that has been assigned to it by the current menu
COM TRNNAV ADF DME
Swap COM/NAV’s standby to Active frequency
AUX AUX button.
8 User programmable control buttons according to the aircraft. Above
definitions are the example when it’s used with Level-D 767-300ER.
Select one of 5 Radio Panel functions.
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Rotate to select COM/NAV/ADF frequency, Squawk
Pushes to change the digit
Converts power source
USB : Supplied the power from USB port
Neutral : Power off
EXT : Supplied the power from external power supplier (DC
5V adaptor)
LCD display : It shows the information of COM1 &2, NAV1 & 2,
ADF, DME, TRNANSPONDER(SQUAWK CODE)

Sof ware Ins alla ion
Driver an application software “VRiSim” is installe to make MCP Combo panel work in the PC.
VRiSim is application software managing VRInsight's flight simulation har ware panels. Multiple
har ware panels can be use with single instance of VRiSim. To re uce istributing file size,
software installer is supplie as ivi e package; base-package an evice specific mo ule package.
The base-package installs only VRiSim an Panel Installer utility.
Installer executable is ivi e into base package an evice specific mo ules. VRiSim is inclu e in
the base-package setup installer, "Install_VRiSim.exe".
Base-Package Ins aller:
The base-package installer can be foun in the supplie DVD,
\VRiSim\Install_VRiSim.exe
Device Specific Module Package Ins aller
The MCP Combo mo ule installer can be foun in the supplie DVD,
\VRiSim\Install_MCP
Or ownloa e at VRInsight's web-page, http://www.vrinsight.com
NOTE: Software installation is explained “VRiSim.pdf”. You an find this do ument file at program
folder of “VRinsight”
folder of “VRinsight”
Quick S ar
VRiSim is new software evelope for interfacing VRinsight’s har ware unit to Microsoft’s Flight
Simulator. After installation of software, a short-cut icon will be create on your esk-top;
VRiSim.
Running VRiSim
Double-click “VRiSim” short-cut icon to run. “VRiSim” search all VRinsight har ware units an list
unfoun e evice(s). Device searching process coul be taken several minutes. Following image is
showing that two evice, MCP Combo II an GPS-5 are foun an liste by “VRiSim” software.
“VRiSim” manages multiple evices.
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Selec Aircraf
Open evice’s tab to select “Aircraft”.
Fly Now!
As the aircrafts are specifie to fly with VRi’s unit, press “Fly Now!” button. Remember that
Flight Simulator shoul be running an you are in-cockpit before pressing this button.
Otherwise, you will see following message.
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Preparing MCP combo before Flight
S ep 1 : Ini ial check up
Before flight with MCP combo, please check the followings are one
A. Install of VRiSim.
* Check that “Install USB-Serial Driver” is checke or not.
B. Confirm that proper version of FSUIPC is installe or not
(FSUIPC v3.80 or later for FS9 / FSUIPC v4.26 or later for FSX)
C. Confirm the USB connection.
* Check that the USB port of your computer is ea or not
* Check that if you use USB hub, be sure that the USB hub is USB 2.0 compliant.
D. Confirm that “Panel Installer” is execute or not.
S ep 2 : Run fligh simula or (MSFS9 / MSFSX)
A. Run flight simulator (MSFS9 / MSFSX).
B. Select Aircraft.
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B. Select Aircraft.
S ep 3 : Run panel linking applica ion sof ware “VRiSim”.

Key-command s icker
key-comman sticker is provi e with pro uct an enclose DVD has “KeyCap_Decal.p f” file
for “LETTERING” base on MSFS9 / MSFSX . Please print it out an use for your purpose.
Bu on & Ro ary knob assignmen
The pre efine button & Rotary knob assignments of all aircrafts supporte are locate at
C\Program Files\VRiSim\Aircraft\MCP_CDU.
Key mapping & Mouse key
How to make your own key assignment by key-mapping & Mouse key is explaine at
“Panel Interface”.
You can fin it “Downloa ” part of VRinsight web-site / www.vrinsight.com.
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COM par explana ion.
MCP combo panel is incorporate with MCP, EFIS an ra io panel. Ra io panel use
for all aircrafts features frequency input (COM / NAV / ADF), information isplay (VOR
/ DME) an Squawk co e input to Transpon er.
After converting DME screen, input OBS1, OBS2 value with rotary switch.
- COM1,COM2 : Inputs ATC an communication frequency.
- NAV1, NAV2 : Inputs frequency of ra io navigation facility (VOR, ILS/DME).
- ADF : Inputs ADF frequency.
- DME : Displays frequency information of ra io navigation facility (VOR,ILS/DME)
inputte by NAV1, NAV2. Also isplays ID, istance & eviant spee (from
ra io navigation facility) an approaching spee (to ra io navigation facility).
- TRN : Inputs Squawk co e.
Ra io panel has selection buttons (COM/NAV/ADF/DME/TRN).
TFR button for activating stan -by frequency. Rotary-key for changing igit.
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As pushing each function button, LCD isplays various information