SimShaker - Wheels version 1.4 published

Hi guys,
new in this version:

• added G-forces effects for all supported titles (see the picture below);
• added missed support for Project CARS 32 bit version;
• some errors fixed.

Since new G-forces FXs may strongly interfere with some other FXs, by default they are disabled. To enable the FXs please set their gain sliders at about 40 - 50% values. I suggest you will want to disable some other FXs to not turn them all into a mash ;)

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I recommend to update the release version of SSW up to 1.4 till the end of the month.
If the application wasn't updated automatically, please select it in Windows Control Panel - > Programs and Features and click on Update Information URL, as shown on the picture below.
Or you can re-install the application.

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year guys!

Have fun with SimShaker in the New Sim Year ;)

SimShaker - Wheels beta version 1.4 published

Hi guys,
new in this version:

• G-forces effects added for the others supported titles.

Let's test this version out!

Andre's shop is moved to a new domain: andres.shop

Please come to andres.shop and shop!

If you find any bug, please, let me know. For instance, via our Help Desk.

Andre's e-shop is migrating to a new domain: andres.shop

Hopefully the shop will be up and running in a few hours at https://andres.shop

My vacation

Guys, 
I'm going to be on my vacation from December 25 to January 8.
If we have any urgent issues left, let's try to sort them out till December 25.

SimShaker - Wheels beta version 1.3 published

Hi guys,
new in this version:

• G-forces effects for Project CARS, Assetto Corsa and Dirt Rally re-factored with respect to your feedback. Some errors found and fixed.
• Added missed support for Project CARS 32 bit version.

Let's test it out!

SimShaker - Wheels beta version 1.2 published

Hi guys,
new in this version:
G-forces effects added for Project CARS, Assetto Corsa and Dirt Rally.
For the others titles I'm going to add these FXs after initial beta testing.
Since G-forces FXs may strongly interfere with other FXs, by default they are disabled. To enable the FXs please set their gain sliders (marked green at the picture below) at about 50% values. I suggest you will want to disable some other FXs to not turn them all into a mash ;)

Let's test it out!

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Attention Mr.Edward Doherty

Dear Ed,
I've received your message that you didn't get answer from me in December 2016.
I've made another 3 attempts to deliver my answer to you through e-mail, using different mail service providers. But I don't receive confirmation that you received any of my 3 e-mails. I suggest there may be something wrong with your e-mail provider.

Communications with my customers are valuable for me.
Since I don't think any other way to communicate with you, having just your e-mail address, would you please contact me via our Help Desk, my e-shop, forums, Facebook, e-mail or any other appropriate way?

Kind regards,
Andre

SimShaker - Wheels is released!

SimShaker - Wheels (or SSW in short) is a mediation software between a supported car simulation game and Gametrix JetSeat hardware to provide immersing event driven vibration FXs (special effects).

Supported PC titles: iRacing, Assetto Corsa, Automobilista, rFactor 2, DiRT Rally(VR), Project CARS, ETS2, ATS and RRRE.

To find more details, please, read the User Guide.

SimShaker - Wheels (SSW) is about to be released

Question: What are main differences between beta and released SSW variants?

Answer: Released SSW will be a separate piece of software. It will be considered as a stable version and will be updated much less often than beta SSW. Both variants will have common settings storage. Beta version looks for updates before it starts, released version will look for updates in the background.

Find more details in RaceDepartment forum thread.

SimShaker for Aviators (SSA) is released!

SimShaker for Aviators is a successor of SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS
with added support for FSX and P3D simulators.

Setup is available at our Downloads page.

Find more details at ED forum SimShaker for Aviators thread!

SimShaker - Wheels (beta version 0.19) published

Hi guys,

new in this version:

• minor GUI changes;
• internal code optimization.

Let's test it out!

Please use SimShaker - Wheels instead of SimShaker '3 in 1' variant

Hi guys,
since iRacing and Assetto Corsa support was successfully ported into 'SimShaker - Wheels' project, I would recommend to use the latter.
SimShaker '3 in 1' variant is deleted from our Downloads page.

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.48

Hi guys, it's time to update!
In version 1.1.1.48:

• LoGetAircraftDrawArgumentValue(n) function is used, to provide both Integrity Check safety and the full set of effects. Currently the function is supported in DCS World public Release, Steam, open Beta and open Alpha versions;
• DCS World script management is simplified, IC Safe Mode switch is not needed  any more;
• DCS BS2 Ka-50 gun effect improved;

This SimShaker version was refactored to work with a new DC Export API function, which is available since DCS World versions 1.5.4.56500 and 2.0.3.56503, and later. That let us to keep effects working in MP mode as well as in SP mode. If you are going to use some old verisons of DCS World, please skip this SimShaker update.
You can also revert back to a previous SimShaker version after update via Control Panel -> Programms and Features - > Change.
While using in MP mode, SimShaker version 1.1.1.48 requires Player's Export to be allowed on the server.

Have a great time with SimShaker!

SimShaker - Wheels (beta version hot fix 0.10.0.2) published

The update fixes SimShaker - Wheels Launcher crash on startup if the app is installed for the very first time.
To get the update, please, start SimShaker - Wheels, the Launcher  will crash, after that start SimShaker - Wheels once more. It should offer you to update the app.

SimShaker - Wheels (beta version 0.10) published

• Presets auto load feature added;
• integration plugins for ETS2, rFactor 2 and AMS placement issue fixed.

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.44

Hi guys, it's time to update!
In version 1.1.1.44:

• Sound Module: fixed 'reduce volume' errors for "Missile launch/gun fire - left side" and "Stall Shudders" effects;
• Sound Module: added looped sound play for AB effects, DCS A-10C gun fire should feel more smooth now;
• SimShaker: added forced log to screen feature and 'Copy Log to Clipboard' button;
• SimShaker: added indication of enabled/disabled IC Safe Mode in log to screen;
• SimShaker: DCS World IC Safe mode script management improved;
• DCS Mi-8: added some more effects;
• DCS A-10C: added pylon jettison effect;
• DCS Steam players will be able to locate DCSWorld folder manually if it wasn't found by SimShaker.

Have a great time with SimShaker!

SimShaker - Wheels (beta version 0.9): presets feature added

The feature is intended for saving and using player defined settings with different games, tracks, cars, etc...
Out of the box 'SimShaker - Wheels' is provided with default 'Preset1'. You can modify it and save, using your own names.
At startup the last loaded preset will be used.
Controls state changes will be saved to currently used preset on application close.

In the nearest plans

• to add support for F1 2016;
• to port in iRacing and Asseto Corsa modules from SimShaker '3 in 1'.

SimShaker - Wheels (beta version 0.8): Automobilista support added to rFactor 2, DiRT Rally, Project CARS, ETS2, ATS and RRRE

In the nearest plans:

• to add SimShaker - Wheels settings presets;
• to port in Asseto Corsa and iRacing modules from SimShaker '3 in 1'.

SimShaker '3 in 1' version 2.16 update

Hi guys,
'3 in 1' variant of SimShaker  has been updated:

• DCS and Falcon BMS module: updated up to version 1.1.1.42;
• iRacing module: error when driving Formula Renault 2.0 car is fixed;
• Asseto Corsa module: added a guard for engine beat effect timer to prevent popping up errors*;
• UWVeditor: minor improvements done.

Have a good time with SimShaker!

 Driving iRacing Formula Renault 2.0

* - I couldn't reproduce that issue at my end, but added an internal software guard. Probably further testing and debugging is needed.

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.42

Hi guys, it's time to update again!
In version 1.1.1.42:

• DCS: added support for Gazelle Mistral;
• DCS: improved Gun effect for A-10C, F-15C (smooth rumble);
• DCS: fixed ground effects;
• DCS: fixed improved P-51 gun firing effect in Sound Module. Thanks Jorge Ossorio for the feedback.

Note: since SimShaker checks for updates in background you will be prompted to update on the second launch.

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.40

Hi guys, it's time to update!
New in version 1.1.1.40:
added support for DCS F5-E;
added experimental  F-5 jet engine rumble effect, available for JetSeat users yet only;
added  F-5 wheel blocking when braking effect;
added  F-5 nose gear hiking effect;
some minor bugs fixed.

Fly with pleasure :)

rFactor 2 support in SimShaker - Wheels

Wow! Using SimShaker with JetSeat reduces undesired side effects of being in VR

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.33

Hi guys, it's time to update SimShaker.
What's new:

• DCS: Integrity Check safe mode added;
• DCS: rotor whirl effect for helos fixed;
• DCS: tester's version F-15C MCP state issue workaround added;

How to activate DCS Integrity Check Safe Mode

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.31

Hi pilots,
we have another update today. Here is the change log:

• M2KC: Dragchute effect added;
• M2KC: RAZBAM added a new pylon -> added to SimShaker;
• Mig21: New AB and speedbrake effect;
• Gazelle: Added L version. 
• P-51D gun firing effect improved - when you have only wing root guns firing left you feel it;
• Sound Module GUI authorization form changed.

Note 1: There is a bug with the Mig21 flaps and Dragchute. DCS currently returns wrong values, we hope that future patches will solve this.
Note 2: since SimShaker checks for updates in background you will be prompted to update on the second launch.

Fly with pleasure!

JetSeat fits Playseat® Air Force well
Courtesy of Larry Williams

SimShaker - Wheels. Adding some JetSeat vibrating effects for ETS2/ATS sims

Oops... that was a steep turn!

SimShaker - Wheels. Work in progress

Currently available KW-90x JetSeat effects for RRRE and Project Cars.
Support of DiRT Rally, ETS2 and some other car PC simulators in plans for this summer.
Everybody welcome to join our beta testing group at FB.

Testing Damage Effect in Project Cars

SimShaker '3 in 1' version 2.15 update

Hi pilots and racers,
here is a change-log for SimShaker '3 in 1' version:

• DCS and Falcon BMS module updated up to version 1.1.1.26;
• iRacing module autostart feature will react on DX11 version of the sim as well.

Have a good time with SimShaker!

SimShaker video review

Courtesy of Roie Gat

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.26

Hi pilots,
we have a great update today. Here is the change log:

• DCS and BMS: G-feeling effect constant minimum vibe fixed;
• BMS: added F-16 JFS starter effect (as APU)
• BMS: Shared Memory Reader app updated;
• DCS: added effects for SA432 Gazelle;
• DCS: G-feeling effect spreaded all over the planes;
• DCS: added G-feeling effect for helos;
• DCS: added UH-1H Touchdown effect;
• DCS: added Mi-8MTV2 Gun and Payload Release/Launch effects;
• DCS: KA-50 Landing Gear effect refactored;
• DCS: KA-50 Doors Closed effect added;
• DCS: helos Payload Release gain slider for Sound mode is fixed;
• DCS: Dora engine beat effect gain adjusted (increased);
• DCS: UDP connectino in SimShaker.lua renamed to avoid collisions with other 3rd parties applications;
• DCS: small GUI improvements.

Note: since SimShaker checks for updates in background you will be prompted to update on the second launch.

Fly with pleasure!

Project 'Power-Grid plugin for DCS World' is closed

Due to lack of the community interest and support the project is closed. I'm sorry guys.

SimShaker '3 in 1' version 2.14 update

Hi pilots,
I've updated SimShaker '3 in 1' with the latest module for DCS World and Falcon BMS.

Since SimShaker for DCS World usually is updated far ahead of SimShaker '3 in 1', I switched off auto start of the module for DCS World. It makes both versions of SimShaker compatible and you can keep their launchers running simultaneously.

I've changed the color of SimShaker '3 in 1' icon for better navigation and your convenience as well.

In the future I'd like to replace the module for DCS World here with a module for some motor sport sim.

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS hotfix 1.1.1.20

Hi pilots,
we have an update today:

• SimShaker configuration file reading issue (the first installation only) fixed;
• SimShaker Sound Module small improvements;
• BMS: Shared Memory reading module starts up faster for more player convenience.

Since SimShaker now checks for updates in background, after the application starts, you will be prompted to update on the second launch.

Fly with pleasure :)

My Stizhi (Swifts) Aerobatic Team T-shirt

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS hotfix 1.1.1.19

Hi pilots,
we have an urgent update today:

• DCS: FW-190D error fixed;
• DCS: FW-190D Payload release effect added;
• DCS: MiG-15bis Stall shudders effect fixed;
• DCS and BMS: G-feeling effect option "No shake at 1G (shift)" replaced by a configurable dead zone.

Since SimShaker now checks for updates in background, after the application starts, you will be prompted to update on the second launch.

Fly with pleasure :)

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.18

Hi pilots,
we have another update:

• DCS: restored DCS World Steam edition support (DCS World need to be installed in the default Steam folder);
• DCS and BMS: update check will be performed in the background, after appication start;
• Sound Module will be started in normal window mode (not minimized);
• DCS: minor GUI changes;
• DCS: restart self error when administrator rights needed fixed.
• DCS: Added damage effects for JetSeat and transducer (mono only as yet);
• DCS and BMS: Improved stall shudders effect, at pistons especially;
• DCS and BMS:  G-feeling effect got option "No shake at 1G (shift)", - G-forse is shifted by -1 from it's real value.

Have a great time with SimShaker!

Cozy place for a virtual pilot (courtesy of Derek Barnes, South Africa)

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.16

Hi pilots,
we have another update:

Chaff/Flare Dispense gain sliders added 

• Main Rotor Whirl effect at DCS helicopters fixed;
• added support for DCS L-39ZA;
• G-feeling effect (switched off by default) spreaded to cover BMS F-16;
• Chaff/Flare Dispense gain sliders added to let you control the effect;
• other minor GUI changes made.

How to switch on G-feeling effect

Have a great time with SimShaker!

Dovetail Games are going to issue Flight School sim with overhauled MSFSX graphics engine in April 2016

Welcome to Andre's e-shop!

Have a Good Shopping! 

Reading PC Pilot issue 101

I agree that our community members support each other and that's great!

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.15

Hi pilots,
today we have some more changes:

• payload drop effect from middle station at A-10C fixed;
• warning popup message in lua scritpts management added for some cases;
• countermeasures effect for FC3 planes, A-10C, KA-50, M2000C, MiG-21 added (not presented at GUI yet);
• IAS dependent flaps shudders effect added for BMS F-16 (previous flaps movement vibe effect removed);
• minor improvements in Falcon BMS part.

Have a great time with SimShaker!

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.9

Hi pilots,
a bit more changes before the Dream Sim team goes again into beta stage development:

• SimShaker base module GUI reworked for faster drawing when sim is started and graphics system is heavy loaded;
• M2KC added to GUI;
• Drag chute sample p1_8_0_1.uwv changed to designate intense speed slow down (pretty good feeling at KW-901 model, having its seat motors in the front part).

Have a great time with SimShaker!

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.8

Hi pilots,
this time we have a hot fix for L-39C. Thanks MB2_Svejk for the feedback.

SimShaker for DCS World and Falcon BMS update 1.1.1.7

Hi pilots,
this time just 2 changes:

• hot fix to switch DCS released version export settings from DCS 1.2.16 to  DCS 1.5.2;
• a teaser picture added to DCS Helicopters tab-page to fill in a big blank space. Click it to get more information from our web-site if you'd like.