TANK CONTROLS

[AHTbolt]

I dont do GVs very often due to tanking in real life. I have enjoyed this thread but it should have had only one reply, "if you dont like it DONT tank any more" the bush is dead stop beating it. 

[R 105]

 The Horse is dead stop beating it? Beating around the the bush is another saying lol.

[W7LPNRICK]

you dont have a twisty stick or pedals?

Yes i have a twisty stick. To me it's just easier to control with one hand driving and the other shooting...?  Not sure why, just fits me. 

[medic341]

Since OZZ662 decided to edit my original post with " See rule number 4. Here it is, - Members should post in a way that is respectful of other users and HTC. Flaming or abusing users is not tolerated.

I voiced my opinion for the first time and get squelched by AH.

As I said originally. AH designs all these updates without checking with or asking for the input of it's long time customers. IMHO, a bad way of doing business.

I still do not understand what was wrong with the way GV's operated for years. Automatic transmissions,  , that shift way to late. Hench having my backside shot off because of a hugh delay in shifting. Just love being able to go into neutral and sail down those hills, NOT!

I saw a response basically saying that new customers needed this to stay attracted. Well, what about your current customer base ?

So, OZZ662, See rule number 4 before you delete this post!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No Salute again

[The Fugitive]

Since OZZ662 decided to edit my original post with " See rule number 4. Here it is, - Members should post in a way that is respectful of other users and HTC. Flaming or abusing users is not tolerated.

I voiced my opinion for the first time and get squelched by AH.

As I said originally. AH designs all these updates without checking with or asking for the input of it's long time customers. IMHO, a bad way of doing business.

I still do not understand what was wrong with the way GV's operated for years. Automatic transmissions,  , that shift way to late. Hench having my backside shot off because of a hugh delay in shifting. Just love being able to go into neutral and sail down those hills, NOT!

I saw a response basically saying that new customers needed this to stay attracted. Well, what about your current customer base ?

So, OZZ662, See rule number 4 before you delete this post!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No Salute again

Hitech edited your post and seeing as he OWNS the game and boards my guess is you might be in trouble for re-posting it.

Again seeing as Hitech OWNS the game he WILL change the game as he sees fit so that HIS company can and will continue to grow. He doesn't need your permission, nor your input, but they DO listen to input. This is WHY the rudder turning was added back in.

Oh, and by the way, I hope you enjoy your vacation from the boards 

[hitech]

Since OZZ662 decided to edit my original post with " See rule number 4. Here it is, - Members should post in a way that is respectful of other users and HTC. Flaming or abusing users is not tolerated.

I voiced my opinion for the first time and get squelched by AH.

As I said originally. AH designs all these updates without checking with or asking for the input of it's long time customers. IMHO, a bad way of doing business.

I still do not understand what was wrong with the way GV's operated for years. Automatic transmissions,  , that shift way to late. Hench having my backside shot off because of a hugh delay in shifting. Just love being able to go into neutral and sail down those hills, NOT!

I saw a response basically saying that new customers needed this to stay attracted. Well, what about your current customer base ?

So, OZZ662, See rule number 4 before you delete this post!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No Salute again

You may wish to read your edited post, it was I  who moderated your post.You know the guy named HiTech who works for a company named HiTech Creations. OZZ662 can not edit any post.

And just like your mistake about who edited it the rest of your post is also mistaken.

Customers did ask for the net effect of the new control systems. People have been requesting a different control system for vehicles for many years.

And finally it was not your opinion that got you moderated, it was the manner in which you stated your opinion.

HiTech

[medic341]

My apologise to OZZ662,

I must admit I was pretty hot headed on my first post, Ineffectual communications, sorry.

Here's something constructive. After learning that the new gun sites are more historically accurate, I like that

A request, if at possible could we we have standard transmissions again.

I thank you for the rudder control. That was what set me off on my original post.

Again my apologize for being a hot head

Salute

[AWwrgwy]

A request, if at possible could we we have standard transmissions again.

How did you used to shift?

You can now tap the W button, or map it to the button you used to shift with, until you are in the gear you desire.

The Heads-Up Display in the commander's position has your speed on the Right, what gear you are in on top, and your desired speed on the left. There is also a small red carrot within the circle indicating North in addition to the larger carrot indication your head position and the bar indicating your main gun position relative to the tank's hull.

Tap W until the gear display is in the gear you want. If you go into the next gear that you don't want, tap S until you are back in the gear you want.

Basically, the new system has taken away the "push the stick forward to move while shifting with Q and W" and put it all into one function, the W and S keys.

It should actually be easier this way. It just takes some getting used to.

I would also suggest mapping Shift+S to a HOTAS button so you can slam on the brakes when needed and Shift+W so you can floor it.


wrongway

[medic341]

<S> wrongway,

I understand the basic controls and thank you for your post. I have two problems, #1. Shifting in automatic seems it stick in 2ND. gear, so I'm not able to move my ars fast if needed. #2. Not being able to through the machine into neutral on the hills, IE: trying to get troops to a base take.

BTW, thanks for the the Shift+S to a HOTAS button hint.

Salute bro

[AWwrgwy]

#2. Not being able to through the machine into neutral on the hills, IE: trying to get troops to a base take.

Oh. You want to roll down hill at 150mph.   

You'll still do about 80 in top gear down hill in an M-3.

But really....


wrongway

[Scotty55OEFVet]

Sooooo..i guess you're the one that designed the new tank controls.First of all, anyone not playing with a joystick. please.. step into at least the 20th century, people that play with a mouse do so at their own whim as joysticks are available at a very reasonable price... tank commander didnt operate every single control on the tank(blow that theory out of the water  ) tanks didnt start,, roll, turn, reverse  and swing the turret on a commanders whim, the order had to be given. and lasty.. a twisty stick gives you the function of turning the tank one way while spinning the turret the other. (And obviously, you  to also have comprehension issues, i didn't want your opinion as i consider yours with about as much worth as a garbage  man giving brain surgery instructions.. no offense.  you didn't design it.... i don't care what you thinking is behind it  *shrugs*

WOW

[W7LPNRICK]

Someone please explain further about Shift-S or W HOTAS button. I have yet been able to do this I have W,A,S,D configured on my Pro III stick, ok, but how do I get on button to do the same as Shift-S?     

[hitech]

Someone please explain further about Shift-S or W HOTAS button. I have yet been able to do this I have W,A,S,D configured on my Pro III stick, ok, but how do I get on button to do the same as Shift-S?     

Start by not using any stick software to do mapping, ah is capable of mapping any function to stick buttons.

Then just go into control setup double click the button you want to program and then choose the function such as (vehicle/ stop).

HiTech

[W7LPNRICK]

Sorry I wasn't clear. I know how to set the buttons on Controller settings. My specific query is related to the setting a button on my Pro III to be the same as pushing two buttons on the keyboard simultaneously...? I'm missing something I'm sure...  

[AWwrgwy]

Sorry I wasn't clear. I know how to set the buttons on Controller settings. My specific query is related to the setting a button on my Pro III to be the same as pushing two buttons on the keyboard simultaneously...? I'm missing something I'm sure...  

You can set them using the in game settings.

I'm at work but I think it's:

ESC--> Preferences--> Map Controllers--> GV

Pick your mode and controller and button and set a button for hat direction for Full Acceleration and Stop.

I have buttons set for Left and Right, that I don't need any more, Accelerate, decelerate/reverse, Full speed and stop.



wrongway