Release notes and version history through Service Pack 3 (Product Version 1.3): Level-D Simulations B767-300ER Version: 1.0.0 --------------------- GENERAL: - LVLD 767 will not run under Windows 98/Me PANEL: - Mouse wheel recommended for VC gauges - an updated interface for Aerosoft's MCP is provided in \FS9\Level-D Simulations\Level-D SDK\ for full compatibility with LVLD AFDS. The LVLDSDK.dll (in FS9\Level-D Simulations\Level-D SDK) must be copied to the folder containing the Aerosoft mcp747.exe. FMC: - SID and STARS are provided for some airports - Old PIC767 procedures are no longer compatible due to a new file format that was implemented for better performance AIRCRAFT: - Many liveries are available as free downloads on www.leveldsim.com LVLD SDK: - A Basic SDK for third-party developers is released as is, without support CUSTOMER SUPPORT: - Is available on www.leveldsim.com for registered users only. NAVDATA: AIRAC Cycle : 0413 (23/DEC/2004 - 19/JAN/2005) - Rev.1. Navdata provided by Richard Stefan(http://www.navdata.at). ************************************* **** Service Pack 1 **** ************************************* ======================== **** NEW FEATURES **** ======================== - "Define default panel settings" Dialog box (Level-D \ Panel) These panel settings will be used when a new flight is created. - Realism: Hydraulic fluid needs to be refilled (ask for failures repair). - PITOT/AoA lights added on overhead. - FWD/AFT CARGO DOOR EICAS messages added. - Keyboard commands for rudder trim. - Rudder trim, Stab Trim & Cabin pressurisation tooltips for value readout. - plus more new features below... AFDS: ---- - LOC MODE entry fixed - Pressing G/A switch automatically displays F/D commands - ALT HOLD more stable during turns & flap extension. - ALT HOLD remembers the altitude where the mode has been engaged. - LOC tracking with crosswinds. - new AUTOLAND logic for power distribution. - works with simulation rates up to 8X. APU: --- - APU cool-down sequence when bleed valve has been closed before APU shutdown. - logic of Left FWD fuel pump while APU cool-down sequence. - APU switch going back to ON while in cool-down. - APU bleed air no more available for packs above 20000ft. HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS: ----------------- - Air Driven Pump (ADP) logic. - "pressure leak" failure replaced by "fluid leak". - Hydraulic pressure decay rate - Inboard/outboard ailerons & spoilerons rightly tied to hydraulic status. - unwanted deployment of RAT at panel loading. PNEUMATIC/PRESSURIZATION SYSTEMS: -------------------------------- - Engine bleed valves logic at engine start-up. - Outflow valve position (in manual mode) was ignored in some circumstances. FMC --- - KA mode disabled when window is hidden - Normal points can now be fly-over - Runway STAR transitions implemented. - UNABLE NEXT ALT message added - .INT to station bug fixed. - Fixed some special waypoint bugs - CALC and TOTALIZER fuel quantities synced during fuel dump. - PROG page was showing 0 distance on ground - XML saving would render the database unusable when saving a SID Transition after RWY transitions exist - VNAV descent profile wasn't updated if spd transition or spd restr was changed on VNAV descent page after descent had started. - VNAV hard alt restriction in Missed APP section would mess up vnav predictions - Selecting SID could cause runways to vanish - Fix page: Downselect of PBD point when DIST/BRG are user defined - Fixed - ProceduresDB and ARR/DEP page stutter problem - Custom FMC keyboard commands while in KA mode - FMC loses data in power transfers - TOGW will display KG when appropriate EHSI ---- - Fix drawing no longer depends on legs - Flyover waypoints drawn correctly - .CHA waypoints drawn as magenta circle, no label drawn - .DMI and .INT waypoints no symbol/label drawn - ADF pointers active on the EHSI in all modes - Low range navaids not tuned above 18000ft - VORs without DME not autotuned EADI ---- - EADI intermittent -F indications fixed - EADI spurious V1 INOP messages on speedtape fixed EICAS ----- - Lower EICAS, Hydraulic Quantity indicators now functioning - takeoff derate display disappeared from EICAS after takeoff VISUAL MODEL ------------ - Wing strobe is controlled by VC strobe switch (NAV light swicth must be "ON") - Inboard/outboard ailerons & spoilerons animation correctly tied to hydraulic status. - VC gauge refresh rate improved for hi-res VC cockpit. - Additional options in COnfig Manager for selection of Model/VC types. - VC flap placard speeds corrected. FLIGHT MODEL ------------ - Flight model roll rate increased to 10deg/sec SOUNDS ------ - New sound set MISCELLANEOUS: ------------- - No config warning for FLAPS 20° at take-off. - Cabin call blue light will go OFF after 30 sec. if no answer. - CARGO DOORS light logic fixed. - P.A. correctly heard after (re)loading a flight. - fixed wrong final heading for pushback. - saving flights for non-english versions of FS9. - pause on task switch & video replay problems. - Virtual F/O : no flaps extension allowed above 20000. - VOR/ILS morse code OFF by default. - updated readme file in gauge sound folder (flap lever sounds). - External Power ON indication when busses are isolated. - RDMI Fixed bug that displayed DME for VORs - FO side RDMI DME displays were swapped. - Altimeter baro setting now increments in even units of 0.01HG or 1Mbar depending on metric setting Mousepoints are now active over Mb and Hg displays and will increment either by 1 unit. - FSUIPC would sometimes give "Unlicensed" warning when switching aircraft. DEMO FLIGHTS: - Cold & Dark cockpit flight: VOR/ILS morse code OFF by default. ************************************* **** Service Pack 2 **** ************************************* ======================== **** NEW FEATURES **** ======================== - MAG/TRUE switch added to FO panel and VC. - L/R engine indication variations. - pause at TOD option (in "Instructor" dialog box). - RDMI OFF flags. - R ADF receiver added (see also R ADF ident button). - keyboard shortcuts for lights and RMI switches. - Aerosoft's EFIS boxes compatibility (updated mcp747.exe provided). ======================== **** ENHANCEMENTS **** ======================== AFDS: ---- - better speed control during FLCH/VNAV cruise level change. - updated LOC capture code. - reselecting ALT HOLD button refreshes the target altitude. EHSI: ---- - route drawing code improved. - new route drawing symbols added. - auto switch to TRUE heading when near poles. ENGINES: ------- - the spoolup before start sequence has been improved. - EGT peaks during start, more accurate idle EGT. - engine bleed air pressure is now biphasic (HP/IP valves). VISUAL MODEL: ------------ - much improved gauge smoothness in standard resolution VC. - new 3D RMI knobs,MAG/TRUE hdg switch, F/D and A/T switches. - updated warning lights on the overhead for better aspect at different resolutions. MISCELLANEOUS: ------------- - enhanced SDK (see LVLDSDKDemo.exe for demo). - GPWS/TCAS Sounds integrated with Level-D controls and customizable: see "How to customize GPWS aurals.txt" in "Level-D Simulations\B767-300\Sounds\". ================= **** FIXES **** ================= AFDS: ---- - FD pitch bar moves smoothly to 8° when FD turned on. - GA F/D Mode engages even when AFDS is OFF. - ASA indications during IRUs alignment. - ASA now takes ±5 seconds to update to a new status. EHSI: ---- - sideslip accounted for in TRACK map alignment. - EHSI/FMC sometimes displayed ETA as x hours 60 minutes (ie. 0160z). - plan view runway symbols are correctly aligned with flightpath display. - wrong heading was displayed in map & plan modes when in IRS ATT mode. EICAS: ----- - standby engine gauges will display during complete EICAS failure. - fixed lighting problem with secondary engine display gauge. - control surface indicators show droop. - caution & warning aurals/lights inhibited during Take-off. - no more "cargo overheat" messages. - "AUTOTHROT DISC" message is no longer indented. - "PROBE HEAT" message logic. FMC: --- - "UNABLE NEXT ALT" message. - left VOR ID would not appear on NAVRAD page if right VOR was not tuned. - NAVRAD page remote tuning function was not filtering out NDBs in database. - vectors waypoints no longer cause incorrect distance predictions. - FMC NAVRAD page now looks as it should. ILS autotune will still function if you have the option set. AUTOBRAKES: ---------- - no more "autobrake" light/message if right hydraulic pressure low. - low hydraulic pressure will disarm A/B only in landing modes, not in RTO. - A/B switch remains in the RTO position when the RTO braking stops during pedal braking. SYSTEMS: ------- - correct power source for F/O Altimeter and ASI. - ADP will work with only one engine providing bleed air. - pack logic during loss of electrical power. - left duct pressure indicator powered by Left Main bus. - right duct pressure indicator powered by Left & Right Main bus. - the IRU on DC horn now starts after one minute delay. - 1 second delay after pressing the fire test button. - HYD QTY indications independent of time settings. - equip cooling switch, RMI switches and MAG/TRUE switch correctly saved with panel data. - BAT DISCH light logic (STBY power switch in BAT position). ENGINES & FUEL: -------------- - starting both engines at the same time is no longer possible. - crossbleed start need ±70% N2. - bleed & bleed ISLN valves remain in last position if not powered. - Left fwd fuel pump PRESS light after landing with APU ON. MISCELLANEOUS: ------------- - printing of keyboard shortcuts & quick tips now possible on network printer. - Shift-K now works (FMC KA Mode activation). - various fixes to clocks. - some dialogs were not heard at second or successive pushbacks SOUNDS: ------ - an issue after FS video replay and some pause/unpause commands. - click in an FS add-on dialog box (as SquawkBox). - pressing "Q" doesn't affect the gauge sounds anymore in slew mode. - Dave's "Stand by One" message volume increased. - Ian's "Stand by One" message added. GPWS/TCAS: --------- - Lee Hetherington's updated TCAS2v7.dll, removed code that could cause FS to terminate abnormally. - warning panel CONFIG, PULLUP and GS lights no longer stick on at touch down. - G/S INHIBIT only inhibits glideslope warning. - glideslope warning adjusted to reduce unnecessary warnings at low alts. - DH resets to 200 after cold & dark cockpit. RADIOS: ------ - the ADF needles will always point correctly to ADF station relative to nose when tuned. - the VOR needles will point incorrectly if wrong MAG heading is entered when in ATT mode (the heading card will be incorrect). - when signal or heading ref is lost VOR needles will freeze in place. - when signal is lost ADF needles will freeze in place. VIRTUAL F/O - CABIN ANNOUNCEMENTS: --------------------------------- - there is now a minimal delay of 15 sec between two flaps commands. - descent announcements were sometimes triggered by weather turbulences. - "We are starting our descent" address tied to TOD (if an FMC route exists). - "Seat for departures" announcement no more heard just after unpausing the sim. VISUAL MODEL: ------------ - Fixed missing polygon in VC. *************************************** **** Service Pack 2.1 **** *************************************** Service Pack 2.0 was extended to 2.1 with a few additional items: FIXES --------------------------------- - Fixed heading discrepancy in HDG SELECT mode - Fixed EHSI heading sometimes showing negative values in VOR/ILS views. - Bug fixed in direct-to which could cause crashes - direct-to now shows leading curve when executed - ALTN pages * shows ETA/FUEL for alternate airports, sorted by ETA - ALTNXXXX pages * allows entry of Flight Level * allows entry of Speed (numeric entry, SPD, ECON or LRC) * allows entry of Wind * allows selection of Overhead option * predictions updated based on manual entries of ALT, SPD, Winds - ADF radios tune in 0.5 increments - a bug in the FLCH code has been fixed. - starting both engines with ground bleed air is now possible. LANGUAGE MODULES --------------------------------- - There are French and German language files that are in the Level-D Simulations\Language modules folder. LVLDGe.dll for German and LFLDFr.dll for French. Place either one in your FS2004\Modules folder and it will provide certain language features to the product. If you remove the DLL from the Modules folder, English will revert to the default language. Be careful NOT to remove the LVLD.dll. That always needs to be there. *************************************** **** Service Pack 3 **** *************************************** This service pack was released on Feb 25, 2006 AFDS ---- - HDG SEL MODE automatically switches to HDG HOLD if HDG REF(NORM/TRUE) changes. - HDG SEL now follows correctly true heading in HDG TRUE mode. - LAND2 mode now correctly arms FLARE & ROLL mode. MAIN PANEL ---------- - RMI compass card shows true heading when in true north ref mode. - RMI had a bug that caused VOR2 needle to sometimes flag when it shouldn't & vice versa - EHSI points correctly when in true north ref mode. - Orange Captain/FO Altitude bugs now saved with panel data SYSTEMS ------- - The IRS position display on the overhead now displays righly "S" instead of "N" for latitudes between south zero degrees and south one degrees. - While navigation on IRS only, crossing either the prime meridian or dateline or equator resulted wrongly in doubling the IRS drift. SDK --- - numerous new commands and data have been added. Replace the old LVLDSDK.dll file with the new one provided in \FS9\Level-D Simulations\Level-D SDK\ FMC --- - LNAV stays armed until within capture distance in Intercept Course. - Intercept Course was broken - Fixed intermittent bug in Direct-To function FMC Procedures -------------- The procedures database has been redesigned to use individual airport files rather than a single procedures.XML file. This solves two problems that users were encountering with the large single proceduresl.xml file: - 1. An error in a single procedure would cause the entire file to fail to load, thus a single malformed procedure would result in NO procedures being loaded. With the format change this effect will be limited to one airport. - 2. The procedures.xml file is searched sequentially, thus it could take a long time for a procedure to load. This was inconvenient and made the FMC appear as if it was locked up. All procedures will now load without delay. The FMC will now save procedures to individual airport files, which are named ICAO_Airport_Name.XML. For example the procedures file for Heathrow is named EGLL.XML. If the file does not exist it will be created. If it exists it will be appended to. If that particular pocedure exists within the file it will be overwritten with the new one. The FMC will not write procedures to the old procedures.xml file. The FMC will now load procedures from individual airport files. If the individual airport file does not exist the FMC will attempt to load the procedure from the old procedures.XML file. This is done to ease the changeover to the new single airport file format. The procedures.xml file is no longer supported. Users can now delete individual procedures from within the FMC. Procedure files in the new format will be made available from navdata.at.