The worlds first curved desktop screen

The Worlds First Curved desktop monitorThe CRVD’s from Ostendo Technologies inc, boasts a seamless curved screen that engages 75% of the Human Visual System (HVS) peripheral vision, creating an unmatched immersive viewing experience. The CRVD has all the benefits of multiple monitors without all the hassles. With its roomy 2880-by-900 resolution, the CRVD will expand your desktop and give you extra space for your cockpit controls. CRVD displays work with existing graphics cards and games, so there is no need for special hardware or software, and uses the latest LED technology to deliver bright, accurate colors.

Find out more from Ostendo Technologies website, and check out this video on YouTube
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Microsoft’s new flight title

Twenty-eight years after the debut of “Microsoft Flight Simulator 1.0,” Microsoft Game Studios also announced the internal development of “Microsoft Flight,” a new Windows exclusive. “Microsoft Flight” will bring a new perspective to the long-standing genre, welcoming everyone, including long-time fans, to experience the magic of flight.

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from the Microsoft gamescon press release

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VOR1 and VOR2 dials for your Pro Flight Instrument Panel

Released in 2008 the Flight Instrument Panel, or FIP, has become a main stay of the home simulation cockpit. Due to the unique way the firmware and software in the product have been designed we gave the users the ability to design and produce there own cockpit instruments / dials. Continue reading

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Setting up your Pro Flight Rudder pedals in FSX

The Rudder Pedals have three axes, one for the rudder and two foot pedal axes that are used for the toe brakes. There is also a rotary wheel in the centre that allows for the tension of the rudder movement to be increased and decreased.

After installation, Flight Sim will see your pedals as a conventional joystick. So, unless you want the pedals to control your aileron and elevator, these steps will get you setup correctly. Continue reading

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The New Saitek Pro Flight Backlit Information Panel

Compatible with Microsoft® Flight Sim™ X and Flight Sim™ 2004, the Pro Flight Backlit Information Panel provides users with clear and authentic information during flight.

Supplied with over 70 individual ‘command tiles’ which display a wide variety of in flight commands and information, users can customize their Information Panel to display flight information relevant to their aircraft or personal preference. In addition, users can assign a choice of three colours to each or the 24 segments, allowing different command tiles to light up with different colours during flight.

Command tiles not illuminated remain invisible to the naked eye, allowing aspiring pilots to accurately access the information they need, when they need it.  Standard Pro Flight mounting brackets are supplied, ensuring full compatibility with other ‘Panel’ products in the Saitek Pro Flight range.

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