DCS Explorer: Differences in Manual and Usage

Exactly what are you attempting to do. how are you attempting to do it and exactly what response do you get?

Sounds like he followed the directions to do (exactly) this:

... and it said (exactly) this: 

The app tells me, "advanced feature only."

Perhaps it's not available in the free app version, but made it into the manual....

Sorry PDX, I can't try  because I have non-free app.

eddiem posted:

Sounds like he followed the directions to do (exactly) this:

... and it said (exactly) this: 

The app tells me, "advanced feature only."

Perhaps it's not available in the free app version, but made it into the manual....

Sorry PDX, I can't try  because I have non-free app.

Correct.

I tried again--still no go.

MTH, I think this is a reasonable feature to include in the Explorer app.

All in all, I really like the experience of using it-- despite the difficulty in sliding the engine sound up and down--round button often does not respond and the sound level will not change.

Also, setting maximum speed would be nice, like the LC Bluetooth. The MTH App says I can do this, but directions are sketchy on how to accomplish this. The E stop feature is great--I managed to turn that on.

Like Eddiem, deluxe app is all I have, but I am pretty sure the max speed setting is in the deluxe app only.  

Maybe not?? I might be incorrect here, I just saw this post...  Max Speed Lock on DCS Explorer

pdxtrains posted:

I tried again--still no go.

MTH, I think this is a reasonable feature to include in the Explorer app.

All in all, I really like the experience of using it-- despite the difficulty in sliding the engine sound up and down--round button often does not respond and the sound level will not change.

Also, setting maximum speed would be nice, like the LC Bluetooth. The MTH App says I can do this, but directions are sketchy on how to accomplish this. The E stop feature is great--I managed to turn that on.

 

 

 

The edit engine name and address features did not make it into the DCS Explorer app.   They were left in the manual as we intend to release an update with these features included.  Sorry for any confusion.

Here's a tip on the volume slider.  In Android, just tap on the line wherever you want the volume set.  In iOS, touch and hold the circle momentarily before sliding it.  This is an iOS standard feature and I agree, it can be a little clunky.  Especially when your hands are dry, etc.  

Max speed is available in the latest release of the Explorer app.  It's really easy to find.  From the main engine control screen, just swipe to the left twice or tap the gear icon at the top.  This takes you to the engine settings screen.  From this screen, about halfway down, you can set the max speed.  It uses the same iOS slider as the volume so, see the tip above.  

Enjoy!!

MTH RD posted:

pdxtrains posted:

I tried again--still no go.

MTH, I think this is a reasonable feature to include in the Explorer app.

All in all, I really like the experience of using it-- despite the difficulty in sliding the engine sound up and down--round button often does not respond and the sound level will not change.

Also, setting maximum speed would be nice, like the LC Bluetooth. The MTH App says I can do this, but directions are sketchy on how to accomplish this. The E stop feature is great--I managed to turn that on.

 

 

 

The edit engine name and address features did not make it into the DCS Explorer app.   They were left in the manual as we intend to release an update with these features included.  Sorry for any confusion.

Here's a tip on the volume slider.  In Android, just tap on the line wherever you want the volume set.  In iOS, touch and hold the circle momentarily before sliding it.  This is an iOS standard feature and I agree, it can be a little clunky.  Especially when your hands are dry, etc.  

Max speed is available in the latest release of the Explorer app.  It's really easy to find.  From the main engine control screen, just swipe to the left twice or tap the gear icon at the top.  This takes you to the engine settings screen.  From this screen, about halfway down, you can set the max speed.  It uses the same iOS slider as the volume so, see the tip above.  

Enjoy!!

Thank you for the info. I find the Explorer fun to use for a RR my size, and makes me more willing to invest in MTH locos since I can now run three at  once. I would certainly be willing to pay for a more feature rich app that works with the Explorer--not complete DCS control, but features allowing me to use my subways,etc. In other words, the minimum that would permit us to run any kind of engine you manufacture through the system. 

Congratulations on a welcome addition gor those  of us who want plug and play.