Ryan Douglas
04-10-2009, 08:27 PM
4.50.047 is now public. To obtain it, simply run the RealFlight G4 Launcher, click Additional Options, then click Registration/Updates. You will need to complete the online registration if you have not done so in the past. This may be required even if you have registered previously; if so, just make sure to use the same password you used originally. Then, click Update to Latest Version, or Update to Specific Version if you prefer, and follow the instructions.
Note that this update is cumulative. As long as you obtain the update via the Launcher, you do not need to update to any earlier versions first. And if you already downloaded this version from the public beta server, you do not need to download it again.
This version contains numerous bug fixes, with a focus on multiplayer functionality. We are continuing our work to improve the multiplayer experience, but this version represents a significant improvement over 4.50.036, and we want to make it available.
Please note:
Multiplayer functionality is incompatible between 4.50.047 and earlier versions. Users with different versions cannot participate in each others' multiplayer sessions.
This version imposes some new port forwarding requirements before you will be able to participate in a multiplayer session.
Normal maps have been turned off, and this will affect your settings even if you have them turned on. You can easily reenable them in the Simulation->Settings... dialog, under Graphics->Quality.
CHANGES:
Multiplayer: Eliminated bleedthrough between separate sessions
Multiplayer: Made connection process more stringent to prevent improperly configured users from adversely affecting sessions for everyone else
Multiplayer: Eliminated "cloning" (duplicate instances of self in a session)
Multiplayer: Numerous voice chat fixes
Multiplayer: mpKick console command accepts an IP address in lieu of a name
Multiplayer: Crash sounds and blade sounds are muted for a player who is being ignored
Multiplayer: Many other improvements
Fixed numerous crash bugs based on automated crash logs submitted by users
Normal maps are turned off in this build for all users regardless of prior setting; they can be reenabled in the settings dialog
Import/Export: selecting Cancel from the file conflict dialog does not prevent subsequent new import operations
Chaff particles account for wind resistance
Helis are more stable while at rest on top of objects
Untitled airports are not added to the MRU list
Trainers: Throttle stick flashes in the Welcome dialog when it does not meet that trainer's startup requirements
Aircraft preview generation zooms the camera farther out for larger aircraft so they will fit in the preview image
Alt-F4 exits the sim even if a trainer is running
Radio gadget shows control movements while in hand launch mode
Basic tab completion added to console
Quick look camera mode applies as long as key is held and ends when key is released
Misc. UI improvements
Misc. aircraft and airport description improvements
AIRCRAFT:
Dolphin: Fixed canopy collision mesh
Douglas A-4 Skyhawk (EP5): Left landing gear strut breaks off with wing
Great Planes 38% Extra (EP5): Seam where canopy joins fuselage does not cast a jagged shadow
Ion-X (EP1): Electric heli does not need a governor
RAH-66 Comanche (EP3): Reduced tendency to pitch up during forward flight
RAH-66 Comanche (EP3): Removed unused electronics components
Seawind: Left flap is properly aligned with wing
Seawind: Reintroduced missing servos in art
Simple Flier: Fixed incorrect servo setup
Skyship: Engine pods are fully enclosed by the collision mesh
Synergy N9 (EP5): Aileron Servo electronics component is spelled correctly
AIRPORTS:
Alpline Meadow: depth buffers are not rendered
Buena Vista: some aircraft spawns have more descriptive names
Joe's Garage: full scale AT-6 wing does not penetrate building wall
Helis spawn tail-in at following airports:
College Park (EP4)
Obstacle Course 5 (EP4)
Superstition Airpark (EP5)
Tarmac (EP4)
Default wind direction is now correct at the following airports:
Great Planes E-Fest (EP2)
Practice Field (EP1)
Note that this update is cumulative. As long as you obtain the update via the Launcher, you do not need to update to any earlier versions first. And if you already downloaded this version from the public beta server, you do not need to download it again.
This version contains numerous bug fixes, with a focus on multiplayer functionality. We are continuing our work to improve the multiplayer experience, but this version represents a significant improvement over 4.50.036, and we want to make it available.
Please note:
Multiplayer functionality is incompatible between 4.50.047 and earlier versions. Users with different versions cannot participate in each others' multiplayer sessions.
This version imposes some new port forwarding requirements before you will be able to participate in a multiplayer session.
Normal maps have been turned off, and this will affect your settings even if you have them turned on. You can easily reenable them in the Simulation->Settings... dialog, under Graphics->Quality.
CHANGES:
Multiplayer: Eliminated bleedthrough between separate sessions
Multiplayer: Made connection process more stringent to prevent improperly configured users from adversely affecting sessions for everyone else
Multiplayer: Eliminated "cloning" (duplicate instances of self in a session)
Multiplayer: Numerous voice chat fixes
Multiplayer: mpKick console command accepts an IP address in lieu of a name
Multiplayer: Crash sounds and blade sounds are muted for a player who is being ignored
Multiplayer: Many other improvements
Fixed numerous crash bugs based on automated crash logs submitted by users
Normal maps are turned off in this build for all users regardless of prior setting; they can be reenabled in the settings dialog
Import/Export: selecting Cancel from the file conflict dialog does not prevent subsequent new import operations
Chaff particles account for wind resistance
Helis are more stable while at rest on top of objects
Untitled airports are not added to the MRU list
Trainers: Throttle stick flashes in the Welcome dialog when it does not meet that trainer's startup requirements
Aircraft preview generation zooms the camera farther out for larger aircraft so they will fit in the preview image
Alt-F4 exits the sim even if a trainer is running
Radio gadget shows control movements while in hand launch mode
Basic tab completion added to console
Quick look camera mode applies as long as key is held and ends when key is released
Misc. UI improvements
Misc. aircraft and airport description improvements
AIRCRAFT:
Dolphin: Fixed canopy collision mesh
Douglas A-4 Skyhawk (EP5): Left landing gear strut breaks off with wing
Great Planes 38% Extra (EP5): Seam where canopy joins fuselage does not cast a jagged shadow
Ion-X (EP1): Electric heli does not need a governor
RAH-66 Comanche (EP3): Reduced tendency to pitch up during forward flight
RAH-66 Comanche (EP3): Removed unused electronics components
Seawind: Left flap is properly aligned with wing
Seawind: Reintroduced missing servos in art
Simple Flier: Fixed incorrect servo setup
Skyship: Engine pods are fully enclosed by the collision mesh
Synergy N9 (EP5): Aileron Servo electronics component is spelled correctly
AIRPORTS:
Alpline Meadow: depth buffers are not rendered
Buena Vista: some aircraft spawns have more descriptive names
Joe's Garage: full scale AT-6 wing does not penetrate building wall
Helis spawn tail-in at following airports:
College Park (EP4)
Obstacle Course 5 (EP4)
Superstition Airpark (EP5)
Tarmac (EP4)
Default wind direction is now correct at the following airports:
Great Planes E-Fest (EP2)
Practice Field (EP1)