GWX Upgrade Tools&Dials V0.1 and V0.2

[JCWolf]

GWX Upgrade Tools&Dials V0.1 and V0.2
"Unofficial release"

JCWolf
January, 22 of 2007


ATENTION - This mods are not compatible with the recent GWX 1.02 patch,
A compatible version is available at : http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=106127 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=106127)




http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/7954/originaldials2dz.jpg




http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/2793/adapteddials9oj.jpg

Introdution

Hello everyone, this mod was originally made cause of the Recognition Manual released by JONZ,
Since it was requierd a numpad feature to be able to view the complete manual, i just thought that it could be great to merge
The 6 Dials- Simfeeling Mod. plus some extras...

Version 0.1 and 0.2 contents:
This mod comes in two diferent versions, v0.1 that contains the original
6 Dials- Simfeeling Mod plus the all small mods except the Partes of
6AnzeigenSimFeeling for XXI ...
The v0.2 version haves all the bellow described mods...

List od added mods:

- 6 Dials- Simfeeling Mod.
- Slideout console
- And stealthmeter plus Silent Running relocation
- Partes of 6AnzeigenSimFeeling for XXI -------- ( Not included in V0.1)
- Tikigod's 3-D Clean Big Dials (Glass Refelction)
- NavMapTools_v13
- WazoosDraggableNomoMod
- Pato 3000 mts. bearing overlay

Observations

These Mods were made with the GWX-IO installed, so you have
to enable the GWX Integrated orders first before instaling
any of this versions, GWX-IO mod comes as an optional mod
with the GWX Mod...

Credits

These are without any doubt for the guys that made the original mod parts that
i assembled here...For them our greatest thanks....
Tikigod, chris,pato, wazzo...among others....

Instalation

JSGME Ready

Just drag the GWX Upgrade Tools&Dials V0.1, or V0.2 to the JSGME MODS folder inside Silent Hunter III Directory.
And enable it!

Have the same fun with increased enviorment!


Download links


GWX Upg Tools&Dials V0.1
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=XTUBUD2X (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=XTUBUD2X)

GWX Upg Tools&Dials V0.2
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=P547IKE4 (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=P547IKE4)


UPDATE



There is a new Sliding Console available
To upgrade the one in this mods at this link...

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=104464 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=104464)


And some new Officer Icons on this ...
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=105979 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=105979)

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=104491 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=104491)

[Myxale]

Cool pack mate!

I'm totally for it!

:up:

[ReallyDedPoet]

Are these files anywhere else, this site has said I have exceeded my limit, which is strange since I have not used that site in awhile.

[ReallyDedPoet]

For whatever reason it is working fine. Thanks for both of these:up:

[chris]

good work, jcwolf!

[Boris]

Nice JC... :up:

You reckon you could include a periscope TDC in the next version?

NYGM TDC version is a little less "in the way" I think, and might be the best option.

[Phoenix3000]

Hi guys,

Great idea for a mod so I thought I would try it. So, having downloaded version 2 with the additional mods I've extracted it into the MODS folder.

Then, to be safe I removed ALL mods via JSGME after having clicked Rollback in SH3 Commander.

I then added some mods in this order:

GWX - 23rd December Corrections
GWX - Integrated Orders
GWX - 16km Atmosphere
GWX - Main Movie Das Boot
GWX - No Medals on Crew

Then finally 'GWX Upgrade Tools&Dials V0.2'

So, no errors reported I launched SH3 via SH3 Commander and tried out a single test mission and the Naval Academy Torpedo Test - but there is no change to the screen - no slideouts, map tool changes or anything. The mod has made no difference.

I have tried this 4 times now, loading the mod at different times but I still see no difference - can anyone please advise me on this - am I doing something wrong?

Cheers all!!

Px3000

[Phoenix3000]

Fixed it!

Stupidly I didn't relaise there was a folder WITHIN a folder - the second one had the mod! After putting this in the MODS folder it was fine.

Looks good though - keeps the screen nice and clear.

Cheers!

Px3000

[JCWolf]

I bro, sorry that i just can reply to you now,
and glad to see that you realised that,
i was about to sujest that exactely, the Mod folder
is in the same folder with the Documentation folder,
I allways pack that way mi Mods...:up:


As for the NavMap tools on the
navigation Map, if they don't show up
emidiatly you have to click the Help Question mark on the
Tools bar at the top were all the tools are located,
then you'll see diferent tools ....

[Ducimus]

Nicely done. I really like how the GUI is alot less cluttered. At night on the surface, that is a BIG help.

[Von Hinten]

Are these files anywhere else, this site has said I have exceeded my limit, which is strange since I have not used that site in awhile.
Got that message too, but only because I wanted to download both packs at the same time. After I waited for the first to finish I could download the second without any problems.

And it's a great pack of course, many thanks for sharing. :up:

[Matyas]

Hi mate,

Many thanks for that truly great mod! That was the only one thing that I really missed from GWX.

OK, you may tell that I am a perfectionist, but could you please tell me what and how should I modify if I want the time bar not to interfere with the officers stations iconbar when I want to check the date (because now the month is folded by the watch officer's station icon). This issue would be solved I guess if the officer stations iconbar would only slideout when the cursor is very near to the bottom left. An alternative solution could be to relocate the date and local time tooltip to another part of the window where it wouldn't interfere with other things. I would prefer the first soution if possible.

Many thanks.

Matyas

[JCWolf]

Hi mate,

Many thanks for that truly great mod! That was the only one thing that I really missed from GWX.

OK, you may tell that I am a perfectionist, but could you please tell me what and how should I modify if I want the time bar not to interfere with the officers stations iconbar when I want to check the date (because now the month is folded by the watch officer's station icon). This issue would be solved I guess if the officer stations iconbar would only slideout when the cursor is very near to the bottom left. An alternative solution could be to relocate the date and local time tooltip to another part of the window where it wouldn't interfere with other things. I would prefer the first soution if possible.

Many thanks.

Matyas


Hi mate,
sorry but to relocate the date over the time and comprest. bar
it is rather dificult if not impossible cause it would interfere with
messages screen, and the only way i see it is to make
a complete new Bar wich i'm working at the moment,
but it would take a time yet....

As for the officers icons they will not slide out if you cross
the mouse cursor slowlly over the edge were the clock is in
the time comprss. bar...
Try it slowlly and you'll see it would stay bellow the screen limits...:up:

[Matyas]

Hi mate,

Many thanks for that truly great mod! That was the only one thing that I really missed from GWX.

OK, you may tell that I am a perfectionist, but could you please tell me what and how should I modify if I want the time bar not to interfere with the officers stations iconbar when I want to check the date (because now the month is folded by the watch officer's station icon). This issue would be solved I guess if the officer stations iconbar would only slideout when the cursor is very near to the bottom left. An alternative solution could be to relocate the date and local time tooltip to another part of the window where it wouldn't interfere with other things. I would prefer the first soution if possible.

Many thanks.

Matyas

Hi mate,
sorry but to relocate the date over the time and comprest. bar
it is rather dificult if not impossible cause it would interfere with
messages screen, and the only way i see it is to make
a complete new Bar wich i'm working at the moment,
but it would take a time yet....

As for the officers icons they will not slide out if you cross
the mouse cursor slowlly over the edge were the clock is in
the time comprss. bar...
Try it slowlly and you'll see it would stay bellow the screen limits...:up:

Many thanks jcwolf for your advice. It really works that way! :up:

I have also docked the time+time compression panel (modded the menu_1024_768.cfg) and this way it is even easier to activate the date tooltip. (I think it is always good to be aware of the time and time compression, and that small panel doesn't ruin the "first-person feeling" that much. )

Good hunting!

Matyas

[mr chris]

Thanks very much for this mod JCWOLF:up::up:
Looking forward to giveing a go in my new carrer:up:

[_Seth_]

I have uploaded both versions to my filefront page,as an alternative location.
I hope this is ok with you , JC? Let me know if not, and i will remove the files. I have renamed both files to "jcwolf's..." in the beginning, so that there will be no doubt whos the author.

Here is the links:

Version 1:
http://files.filefront.com/JCWolfs_GWX_Upg_ToolsDial17z/;6600926;;/fileinfo.html

Version 2:
http://files.filefront.com/JCWolfs_GWX_Upg_ToolsDial27z/;6600913;;/fileinfo.html

[ReallyDedPoet]

Ducimus can this be integrated with your mod, Flavored to Taste?

[JCWolf]

I have uploaded both versions to my filefront page,as an alternative location.
I hope this is ok with you , JC? Let me know if not, and i will remove the files. I have renamed both files to "jcwolf's..." in the beginning, so that there will be no doubt whos the author.

Here is the links:

Version 1:
http://files.filefront.com/JCWolfs_GWX_Upg_ToolsDial17z/;6600926;;/fileinfo.html

Version 2:
http://files.filefront.com/JCWolfs_GWX_Upg_ToolsDial27z/;6600913;;/fileinfo.html





That is great Seth, i've got absolutly no problems with that mate...
Thanks for the help bro, you're cool!:rock: :up:

[_Seth_]

Good to hear, mate! No problems! Thanx for an excellent mod! :up::up::up:

[JCWolf]

Thanks mate,
i'm cooking on another small upgrade on the sliding console at the moment...
and will post some developement screenshots soon...:up:

[The General]

I know you all must've been asked this a thousand times, but my UZO is filled with the bow wave, thus slowing down the frame rate and reducing visibility to zero when looking 30-40 degrees ahead. I had to reinstall GWX recently, after a hard-drive format. Can you help?

Cheers everyone!

Great dial mod by the way.

[Rhodes]

Just one question to clear my doubts. I install the version 0.2, and then If I want it I can install the mod that puts the dials with 3d glass or with out glass? Thats mods are "a upgrade" to this one?

[JCWolf]

Just one question to clear my doubts. I install the version 0.2, and then If I want it I can install the mod that puts the dials with 3d glass or with out glass? Thats mods are "a upgrade" to this one?


Both Versions come with Tikigod 3D glass allready mate...

There is no need to install it again...:up:


See the Versions contents over the first post
of this Topic mate...

[Rhodes]

Thank You jcwolf (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/member.php?u=223679), I will read it.:up:

[JCWolf]

You're welcome mate...:arrgh!:

[Stev1]

Can anybody tell me where i can obtain the Mod for this Upgrade

[JCWolf]

Can anybody tell me where i can obtain the Mod for this Upgrade

Sorry bro,
don't get what you mean,
but if it is the GWX mod You can get it down on the links at Mi signature,
after you can implement this Mod...:hmm:

[Stev1]

I meant to ask what Mod is this upgrading i.e. any of the sliding panels mods

[JCWolf]

I meant to ask what Mod is this upgrading i.e. any of the sliding panels mods

Yes, this is upgrading the 6 dials Sfeeling Mod,
with the Mods described on mi first post
under Mod Contents...

Also brings new graphic visual to the Sliding dials and other stuff...:rock: :up:

[JCWolf]

I know you all must've been asked this a thousand times, but my UZO is filled with the bow wave, thus slowing down the frame rate and reducing visibility to zero when looking 30-40 degrees ahead. I had to reinstall GWX recently, after a hard-drive format. Can you help?

Cheers everyone!

Great dial mod by the way.


Giz...

Sorry just add a look into this just now mate...

I really don't get what is the problem mate,
can you describe it again a litle more clear mate...:up:

[lurker_hlb3]

I know you all must've been asked this a thousand times, but my UZO is filled with the bow wave, thus slowing down the frame rate and reducing visibility to zero when looking 30-40 degrees ahead. I had to reinstall GWX recently, after a hard-drive format. Can you help?

Cheers everyone!

Great dial mod by the way.

N-Vidia workaround was improved. First time when the user (with N-Vidia) uses UZO the spray bug will appear. If the user uses Ctrl+P that option will be stored in the main.cfg file and will not be necessary to switch off again that particle system (cause the main.cfg will be updated). The Ctrl+P now is linked only with the particle system from the sub so the other particles in the game will not be affected. When you will exit to free camera or any other view the particle system from the sub will be automatically restarted and the player will not have any issues related to it. After this the player can enter/exit UZO station without any other worries about Ctrl+P.
We didn't make this ON by default because there are the users of ATI cards that have no need of this workaround.
The N-Vidia users can also add in the main.cfg in video section, this line:
HideParticlesNearView=Yes;

[JCWolf]

Now I've got it...

Thanks Lurker...:rock: :up:

[Abd_von_Mumit]

I've installed and used the 0.2 version of the mod and I like it like hell - especially the big dials, that allow me to navigating and plotting on the map much easier and less stressing (no more "180 degrees, you freak, NO 177 nor 184 but 180, 180 only, no even one more or less!!! Ghrrr!!").

But I'd suggest some fixes, if you don't mind. What I mean is not that the mod is not good, cause it is. I mean that it would be even bigger pleasure to use it with some redoes. A list follows:
- I can't see the date if my WO is on heis watch, as the date text hides under WO icon.
- I can't read the messages when in the map (F5) because of the light background and the white message letters. Most of the time I spend not in the interior or exterior view, but on the map (when sailing, plotting...) and it's a real challenge to track all the text. I think there should be a darkish background under the text box that allows to read easily, like in stock.
- Quite often I'm in need to read the dials and text messages simultaneusly and there is not such possibility. It would be great if one could 'stick' a dial or the bottom menu (so that they don't hide under the edge of the screen when the cursor goes somewhere else).

That's all I remember now. I'll write more if something comes to my head. :)

Thanks for the mod.

[JCWolf]

I've installed and used the 0.2 version of the mod and I like it like hell - especially the big dials, that allow me to navigating and plotting on the map much easier and less stressing (no more "180 degrees, you freak, NO 177 nor 184 but 180, 180 only, no even one more or less!!! Ghrrr!!").

But I'd suggest some fixes, if you don't mind. What I mean is not that the mod is not good, cause it is. I mean that it would be even bigger pleasure to use it with some redoes. A list follows:
- I can't see the date if my WO is on heis watch, as the date text hides under WO icon.
- I can't read the messages when in the map (F5) because of the light background and the white message letters. Most of the time I spend not in the interior or exterior view, but on the map (when sailing, plotting...) and it's a real challenge to track all the text. I think there should be a darkish background under the text box that allows to read easily, like in stock.
- Quite often I'm in need to read the dials and text messages simultaneusly and there is not such possibility. It would be great if one could 'stick' a dial or the bottom menu (so that they don't hide under the edge of the screen when the cursor goes somewhere else).

That's all I remember now. I'll write more if something comes to my head. :)

Thanks for the mod.


Ok Brother,
Lets try to help you on this mate...


First comes the Darker Leer version to Help
geting the messages text more visibal..

You can go here and download this Leer pack...
Scroll the topic down to:

THE GWND LEER PACK 2

http://www.subsim.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=51203 (http://www.subsim.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=51203)

Read the Included Leer Options , as i'm sure
one will fit your wishes...:up:

As for the Date text you can drag the Mouse cursor slowlly
into the console cause that way they will apear one by one,
I just adapted the mod to GWX, but I'll have a look into the Text color to
see if I change that...:up:

[Abd_von_Mumit]

Thanks. That's not exactly what I meant, but will give it a try - maybe it helps.

What about making the text box and the dials 'sticky'? Is there any possibility?

And could you please help me to find the mode that gives you the TDC dials in UZO/scope view? Search doesn't help... :(

EDIT: Found it:
http://www.subsim.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=48526
Great mod, now I'm looking for info if this works with GWX

[JCWolf]

Thanks. That's not exactly what I meant, but will give it a try - maybe it helps.

What about making the text box and the dials 'sticky'? Is there any possibility?

And could you please help me to find the mode that gives you the TDC dials in UZO/scope view? Search doesn't help... :(

EDIT: Found it:
http://www.subsim.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=48526
Great mod, now I'm looking for info if this works with GWX


You have this Mod bro,
it's very complete and with loads of New stuff...

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=103913 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=103913)

[Abd_von_Mumit]

You have this Mod bro,
it's very complete and with loads of New stuff...

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=103913 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=103913)
Thanks a lot, that's what I was looking for.

That should DEFINITELY be added to every sticky thread about mods and updates.

[Stev1]

Can anyone tell me where i can download the GWX Integrated orders

[JCWolf]

Can anyone tell me where i can download the GWX Integrated orders

GWX IOrders comes as an optional mod with the install GWX...
You have to look at SHIII directory, on a folder called MODS...:up:

[Stev1]

Thanks jc just found it in the mods directory

[JCWolf]

Thanks jc just found it in the mods directory



You're wellcome mate...:up:

[JCWolf]

Ona of the advantages of using this kind of mods,
is this one:


http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/7128/sh3img24120071232tu8.jpg


:rock: :rock:


And with all the small improvements this SHIII haves now,
it is simply breath taken to play it...:rock: :rock:

[KrvKpt. Falke]

This mod is too much for me (simply i dont need and dont like those big dials) but i really like your brand new officers icons... so is there any way to some "lite" version of this mod that will change only main interface? It would be nice to leave officers icons on the right and default SHIII/GWX dials on the left (and make them sliding in/out) and in the middle add those console (with clock and TC) and make it to not slide?
Or - can you give some hint how to do it?

[Apeboy]

How do I get rid of the 3 small dials behind the officer icons?

The speed, depth and um, something else is back there messin things up.

Thanks in advance.

[Apeboy]

The third instrument is the compass. The three dials appear semi-transparent behind the officer icons and none of them are accurate. There also appears to be a time compression control on this panel as well. The CE flyout comes out above it. ANy ideas?

[JCWolf]

The third instrument is the compass. The three dials appear semi-transparent behind the officer icons and none of them are accurate. There also appears to be a time compression control on this panel as well. The CE flyout comes out above it. ANy ideas?


Mate I will need a screenshot, if you pls.
Cause I'm not understanding the problem...:up:

[Rhodes]

So how the mods be with the patch 1.02 of GWX?Can one continue to use it with no problems?

[JCWolf]

So how the mods be with the patch 1.02 of GWX?Can one continue to use it with no problems?


You can't use them with The latest patch That work is under way, and it will come out on a oportune time mate...

But do not use this Mod with the latest GWX Patch, as it haves some files related to the first GWX Mod release, and this last patch changed a lot on those files...:up:

[Rhodes]

Oki jcwolf, thanks. Its a pitty, because I using the v.02 of this mod for the first time and I'm loving it.

[Lightning61]

Bummer! LOL
I re-enabled this mod after installing 1.02, had crashes, disabled the Weserebung mod and saved career loaded, (currently at sea).
May I ask what problems this mod may be creating in 1.02?
Thanks in advance for any info!

[Apeboy]

The third instrument is the compass. The three dials appear semi-transparent behind the officer icons and none of them are accurate. There also appears to be a time compression control on this panel as well. The CE flyout comes out above it. ANy ideas?

Mate I will need a screenshot, if you pls.
Cause I'm not understanding the problem...:up:

I musta zigged when I shoulda zagged getting mods installed. Decided on a clean install being 1.02 came out today. If it happens again with the new dials/tools mod compatible with 1.02 I'll definately post up a screenshot. Thanks for all the work jcwolf and the rest of the GWX team.

[JCWolf]

Bummer! LOL
I re-enabled this mod after installing 1.02, had crashes, disabled the Weserebung mod and saved career loaded, (currently at sea).
May I ask what problems this mod may be creating in 1.02?
Thanks in advance for any info!

There wechanges made 2 Eng.menu De. and Fr.menu, also on other cfg and text files, so I have to upgrade this changes in this Tools&Dials Versions and it will be ok...

[kiwikapitan]

The third instrument is the compass. The three dials appear semi-transparent behind the officer icons and none of them are accurate. There also appears to be a time compression control on this panel as well. The CE flyout comes out above it. ANy ideas?

Mate I will need a screenshot, if you pls.
Cause I'm not understanding the problem...:up:
Hi everybody this is my first post on Subsim but I have been a lurker for months LOL.

I have the same problem as Apeboy and I have posted a screenshot to help you understand what it is. I have just found out recently about the large 6Simfeelings dials and TDC slideouts and so I d/led the GWX 1.02 compatible package with integrated orders. But as you can see from the screenshot the old smaller dials are now on the lefthand side of the screen and both they and the FABC 4 dials don't work! What has gone wrong? Here is the image...

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w179/pwatson_2007/3dialsbug.jpg

jcwolf or can anybody else help? :hmm:

Btw I use GWX patched to 1.02 and enable mods with jsgme. Cool forum too! :up:

[JCWolf]

The third instrument is the compass. The three dials appear semi-transparent behind the officer icons and none of them are accurate. There also appears to be a time compression control on this panel as well. The CE flyout comes out above it. ANy ideas?

Mate I will need a screenshot, if you pls.
Cause I'm not understanding the problem...:up:
Hi everybody this is my first post on Subsim but I have been a lurker for months LOL.

I have the same problem as Apeboy and I have posted a screenshot to help you understand what it is. I have just found out recently about the large 6Simfeelings dials and TDC slideouts and so I d/led the GWX 1.02 compatible package with integrated orders. But as you can see from the screenshot the old smaller dials are now on the lefthand side of the screen and both they and the FABC 4 dials don't work! What has gone wrong? Here is the image...

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w179/pwatson_2007/3dialsbug.jpg

jcwolf or can anybody else help? :hmm:

Btw I use GWX patched to 1.02 and enable mods with jsgme. Cool forum too! :up:


Mate this version is for The original GWX release...

For the GWX 1.02 patch you have to use this one:

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=106127 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=106127)

:yep:

Pls, don't take this rong, but did you read the anoucement in the first post of this thread???

It says!

ATENTION - This mods are not compatible with the recent GWX 10.2 patch, A compatible version will be available soon!

[kiwikapitan]

Thanks mate getting upgraded version now! Somehow I missed the red writing :oops: