Release 2.3 of SH3 Commander is now available!

[JScones]

Release 2.3 of SH3 Commander is now available!

Changes:

- Crew Manager component updated: promoting, demoting or awarding any medal or badge now has the same effect as if awarded via SH3
- Corrected available U-boat numbers for all U-boat types - by Beery
- SH3 ship class labels now included with real ship names in patrol logs
- Added ability to randomise gramophone tracks (based on original concept of JXP's)
- Added ability to adjust wave height (based on original concept of TimeTraveller's)
- Now uses EnglishNames.cfg for comparing ship labels when French language is selected
- New surrender feature added for "dead" careers
- Now recognises new careers which are mid-first patrol
- Now works around the SH3 bug which in some instances writes career start dates as 0's
- Added ability to adjust time compression values
- Added ability to modify Basic.cfg renown, medals and promotion values (via editable cfg file)
- When starting a new career, selected year and Flotilla are added to the SH3 new career screen
- Now uses correct date for copying files when continuing careers mid-patrol
- Health status of crewmen now included on Crew Manager screen and in Crew Lists
- Added "Summary" title to Personnel File
- First names, last names and place names now sourced from .lst files in cfg folder. Unlimited names can be added (SH3Cmdr.ini listed names no longer used)
- Captain's Log reformatted to look more like a real Kriegstagebuch
- Improved HTML code

There are three configurations available for download:

1. SH3Cmdr23Lite.exe (http://members.iinet.net.au/~jscones/software/products/SH3Cmdr23Lite.exe). This is the "Lite" version containing all SH3 Commander files *except* the ship skins and will be the file downloaded if you use SH3 Commander's "Updates" feature. If you have SH3 Commander Release 2.2, this configuration will be sufficient as you already have the ship skins. You can also use this version if you don't want the ship skins - no previous version of SH3 Commander is required. Size 19.4mb
2. SH3Cmdr23.exe (http://www.beerymod.com/SH3Cmdr23.exe). This is the full installation release including ship skins. No previous installation of SH3 Commander is required. Size 43.1mb
3. SH3Cmdr23.7z (http://www.beerymod.com/SH3Cmdr23.7z). As per #2, but without installer. Size 31.3mb

Read instructions before installing.

**Late manual errata: In SH3Cmdr Help.html, under "Installation", if you do have a previous installation of SH3 Commander...and it is prior to Release 2.2 step 3 should say "3. run the SH3Cmdr23.exe or SH3Cmdr23Lite.exe setup wizard, installing over the top of your existing installation.".

As always, please post your questions/feedback/problems to this thread...

[The Avon Lady]

Woohoo! :rock:

[Marhkimov]

Too late... I already downloaded it... :lol:

[Kaptan Tommy]

This stuff sounds so cool, but I hesitate to enter into the world of mods...

... because now that I've finally gotten the game to load and run flawlessly (at least in my estimation) after months of video card and RAM problems, I hate to fix something that is seemingly not broken. I've read some posts from people having all sorts of problems with some of these mods. But then, I've also read posts from others who love the mods to bits, and wouldn't leave port without them. So I'm torn between lumbering along in a 'stock' game, and trying to upgrade life to 'super' status. :hmm:

What to do, what to do.

I've tried downloading some of the mods just to look at them (filewise) and the jibberish I see (like a video file) sort of makes me wonder what I'm getting into - so I don't get into anything. I don't know if I'm missing something spectacular, or just some mild improvements that I can live without. I guess I'm just not ready to take the chance on messing up the game that it took months to get running in the first place. I think it's called being a "chicken". :shifty:

[The Avon Lady]

I guess I'm just not ready to take the chance on messing up the game that it took months to get running in the first place. I think it's called being a "chicken". :shifty:
Hey! Shut off your WEB-cam, for heaven's sakes!

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/9104/01cy.jpg

[Teufelschiff]

This stuff sounds so cool, but I hesitate to enter into the world of mods...



Tommy,
I felt the same at one point. I think many players have felt the same way as you after getting their system and game working correctly. You will truly find that the larger mod packs, or any mod for that matter, will add much to your experience.

Try dipping your toe into a few individual mods, your boat skins perhaps, and maybe avoid mods that will tax your system until you feel that things are still ok.

[Skubber]

HELP! CONFUSED!

I am getting ready to install SH3 Commander for the first time, but I am getting somewhat confused as to the right way to do this.

I am using a fresh patched install of SH3, over which I have installed the latest IUB mod. (tested it, and working fine)

First, what are the basic steps to install Commander 2.3? (The instructions have a lot of info about installing over previous versions - I just want to do a basic install.)

Second, am I correct in my understanding that I launch SH3 from Commander only when I'm in port, but I launch SH3 directly when I'm in mid-mission? (And what about finishing a patrol and starting a new one in the same session?)

Third, how does Commander handle the time spent in port, vis-a-vis the Milch Cow Mod that is included with IUB?

I know these are pretty basic, but I'm just not getting it for some reason. Appreciate any assistance.

[JBClark]

The best keeps getting better. :D

Thanks folks.

[kiwi_2005]

Jeese another one! i just DL and install 2.2 a few wks ago. my doctor said im suffered from some form of depression, he asked me what do you think could be the cause of it. 56k Doc... 56k

[joea]

Excellent, haven't had time to paly for awhile but hey. :up:

[Wolfram]

HELP! CONFUSED!

I am getting ready to install SH3 Commander for the first time, but I am getting somewhat confused as to the right way to do this.

I am using a fresh patched install of SH3, over which I have installed the latest IUB mod. (tested it, and working fine)

First, what are the basic steps to install Commander 2.3? (The instructions have a lot of info about installing over previous versions - I just want to do a basic install.)

Second, am I correct in my understanding that I launch SH3 from Commander only when I'm in port, but I launch SH3 directly when I'm in mid-mission? (And what about finishing a patrol and starting a new one in the same session?)

Third, how does Commander handle the time spent in port, vis-a-vis the Milch Cow Mod that is included with IUB?

I know these are pretty basic, but I'm just not getting it for some reason. Appreciate any assistance.

OK I will take a shot Skubber. ;)

1 - you said SH3 and IUB I take it then you got the official patch in between those installs? Get the self installer version of Cmdr.

2- you can launch/start anytime from SH3 Cmdr from my experience - BUT if you make ANY CHANGES you will possibly corrupt files...do not make any changes to crew or options unless you are in port, but you can start from SH3 Cmdr

3- not sure about number three since I have not tried the latest incarnation.

g/l <g>

:lurk:

[SteamWake]

[quote="The Avon Lady]Hey! Shut off your WEB-cam, for heaven's sakes![quote]

OMG Avon you crak me up :-j

[zoinks]

excellent. to the people afraid to use any mods - you have no idea what you're missing.

after installing i have to comment. this is really great stuff. the sh3 options are just getting better. the ability to change time compression for different game events is outstanding. thanks to all again.

[Kaptan Tommy]

Ok Avon Lady.. Very good 'jab'. :rotfl:

I'm mid-patrol right now, so I'm going to wait until I'm back in the pens (or dead - GASP!).

And the rest of you? Thanks too. I'm convinced. I guess I'm just going to have to give this a try. Maybe I'll do it on my 'install' on my laptop first, just to give me the confidence. I'm telling you, with all the problems and crashes and "Blue Screens of Death" I went through to get this thing running, this is a real "leap of faith" to do this... :oops:

But thanks for the encouragement. I really do appreciate it!

[Cpt.Thorne]

Thanks for updating the best there is. Can´t wait to set sail again and dash against huuuge waves ;)
Goog Hunting

[baxter]

Thanks, JScones, for another outstanding update.

[kiwi_2005]

All i need to do is install the lite version straight over the 2.2 version?

[kiwi_2005]

No need for that answer i read info when installating.

BTW very nice. And now my second career shows up.

:up:

[HEMISENT]

JScones
A new version of SH3 Commander....Don't you ever sleep!!!

:up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up: :up:

[Lane]

Here we go again :D I am out on patrol using 2.2 guess I need to finsh
patrol and install new 2.3 when I get back to port?
Think I will use the one with no exe :D I lost one cmd install using the
exe set up program :cry: Will I just be able to roll back 2.2 remove
two folders and start 2.3 like I did the last time I moved to a new version?
Looking forward to new 2.3 Cmd :D
Thank's JScones :D
Thank's for any info
Lane :D

[JScones]

I am getting ready to install SH3 Commander for the first time, but I am getting somewhat confused as to the right way to do this.

I am using a fresh patched install of SH3, over which I have installed the latest IUB mod. (tested it, and working fine)

First, what are the basic steps to install Commander 2.3? (The instructions have a lot of info about installing over previous versions - I just want to do a basic install.)
Grab the full SH3Cmdr23.exe file - it has everything. Install it wherever you feel comfortable (it does *not* need to be installed anywhere near SH3 itself). Just ensure that you are running Windows XP or 2000 and that you are logged in under your Computer Administrator account.

Second, am I correct in my understanding that I launch SH3 from Commander only when I'm in port, but I launch SH3 directly when I'm in mid-mission? (And what about finishing a patrol and starting a new one in the same session?)
No, not since R2.2. SH3Cmdr R2.2+ recognises mid-patrol careers and ignores the crew transfer/realistic career length options if they are selected. Only caveat is that you don't make crewman changes mid-patrol as they will be ignored and may cause game instability. But such changes are not things that can occur "accidently".

Third, how does Commander handle the time spent in port, vis-a-vis the Milch Cow Mod that is included with IUB?
Under SH3Cmdr's "SH3 Options" you can enter any days in base value that you wish.

[JScones]

JScones
A new version of SH3 Commander....Don't you ever sleep!!!
Hehe. I have an eight week old daughter...Need I say more? :lol:

[JScones]

Here we go again :D I am out on patrol using 2.2 guess I need to finsh
patrol and install new 2.3 when I get back to port?
Think I will use the one with no exe :D I lost one cmd install using the
exe set up program :cry: Will I just be able to roll back 2.2 remove
two folders and start 2.3 like I did the last time I moved to a new version?
Looking forward to new 2.3 Cmd :D
Thank's JScones :D
Thank's for any info
Lane :D
Simply install the Lite version over your current installation. No career details or settings will be lost. You'll be fine. :up:

[JScones]

...with all the problems and crashes and "Blue Screens of Death" I went through...
Hmmm...these don't sound like the words of a WinXP or Win2000 user. SH3Cmdr is only supported on WinXP or Win2000, much like the actual game itself. Yes, some users have had success running SH3 on Win98 or WinME, but it's not officially supported.

[The Avon Lady]

JScones
A new version of SH3 Commander....Don't you ever sleep!!!
Hehe. I have an eight week old daughter...Need I say more? :lol:
http://www.chocolate.com/dimages/headlines/belgian-chocolates.jpg

Don't touch them! They're for your wife! :arrgh!:

[Kaptan Tommy]

JScones. First, congrats on the daughter. Sleep is now a sometimes thing (I've got two kids grown and gone).

Ok, I'm a Windows XP user. After the 'few months' of crashes and Blue Screens, all is well. As it turned out, the real culpret (apparently) was the new additional 512MB of RAM I installed at the same time I got the new video card. Took that stuff out, reformatted, got the latest driver for the video card, and life was good. Even the .CAB files that would not load in SH3 loaded just fine. And the reason it took "a few months" is because I'm a truck driver and not home as much as most people.

I assume all I need to know about how to run the SH3 Commander (and other mods) is in the downloaded files. I won't bother asking questions until after, and if, I have problems.

Thanks :D

[JScones]

First, congrats on the daughter. Sleep is now a sometimes thing (I've got two kids grown and gone).
Thank you. <In Homer Simpson voice> Mmmmm....sleep.....

I assume all I need to know about how to run the SH3 Commander (and other mods) is in the downloaded files.
Generally yep. As a new SH3Cmdr user you can pretty much ignore the !!PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTINUING!! page in the install wizard and simply press "Next". When installed, load SH3Cmdr and press the "?" (bottom left of the screen). That'll take you to the Help file, called SH3Cmdr Help.html. All you need (hopefully) should be in there...If not, you know where we are! ;)

@Avon Lady - my wife says "mangs" which I think is "Thanks" with a mouth full of choccies! :lol:

[HEMISENT]

Hey Lane
Last night the latest RUB + the new Commander came out.
I was in mid patrol too-my solution: warp to base-it was a crummy cruise anyway too much rain. Now if only the the new Hollywood Pro damage mod would get here it would sort of be like Christmas in November.


:lurk:

[Skubber]

Wolfram, JScones,

Installed it! Loving it! Great!

What an excellent user interface. There were a few things I was customizing the hard way, and now it is so much easier.
:up: :up: :up:

Can't wait to see how my career progresses....

[zombiewolf]

:up: Gnarly Man :|\

[Herr Karl]

Thanks for the Mod...now if I could just figure out how to install the

RuB mod... :damn:

I couldn`t even get the jones soft installer to install!

Pretty bad huh...

[Kpt. Lehmann]

Thanks for all your hard work and attentiveness to the community Jaeson.

YOU SIR... are the GREATEST!!!! :sunny: :sunny: :sunny:

[Beery]

Thanks for the Mod...now if I could just figure out how to install the

RuB mod... :damn:

I couldn`t even get the jones soft installer to install!

Pretty bad huh...

Have you followed the instructions in RUb's Instructions.txt file?

Installation instructions:

If you're using the JoneSoft Generic Mod Enabler (available at www.beerymod.com):
Simply unzip the mod into the SilentHunterIII\MODS folder. Then, run JSGME.exe and you should see the mod listed as an available mod. Simply select it, then press the enable button and the mod will automatically install. If you ever want to uninstall the mod, simply run JSGME.exe again and disable the mod. This will return the game to its previous state.

If you're not using the JoneSoft Generic Mod Enabler, first unzip the mod to the desktop. Then, open the folder that's been created. Inside you'll see a data folder and (usually) a readme file. Copy these to the SilentHunterIII folder. When you copy the files, Windows will ask you if you want to overwrite files: click on yes for all files.

Please read the readme file for further information.

I really can't think of anything to add to that, except that you'll need Winrar or 7zip to unzip the file in the first place.

[Herr Karl]

Thanks for the response Beery...I finally did get things in order...I`m new at this Mod stuff...thx for everything! :up: