Map Grid Messages

Commander Gizmo · 10-23-08, 04:54 AM

Can someone explain to me why the grid references in GWX's radio messages have 4 digits instead of 2? I can't seem to figure out how to decifer them, or is that the whole point?

meduza · 10-23-08, 05:41 AM

Each of the main quadrants (e.g. AM) is divided into 9 smaller ones. Each of those is further divided into 9 quadrants, which gives a basic two digit grid (i.e. AM 39). Take that quadrant and divide it in a same manner, and you will get a 4 digit grid.

If it doesn't make any sense, take a look here. It is much better explained.

irish1958 · 10-23-08, 06:15 AM

As above. Those radio messages are meant for immersion only and most are real messages sent out during the war to the fleet.

Commander Gizmo · 10-23-08, 12:16 PM

Ah, I see.

Does that mean that if you decifer where on the map that position is and race there to help, none of the messages have a matching scripted event?

Murr44 · 10-23-08, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Commander Gizmo

Ah, I see.

Does that mean that if you decifer where on the map that position is and race there to help, none of the messages have a matching scripted event?

Correct. Most of the messages are for immersion purposes only.

Graf Paper · 10-23-08, 04:06 PM

Well...that just blows!

I had always hoped to be in the area of one of those radio reports and getting in on the action!

I guess this means its time for somone to take upon themselves the task of fleshing out the campaign_SCR file to include those radio reports.

Commander Gizmo · 10-23-08, 05:21 PM

Oh yes, please do.

It would seem a very bad idea for a cargo ship to send out an open message that they struck a mine and were damaged, complete with exact coordinates. That could land you an easy kill, yes?

Graf Paper · 10-23-08, 06:30 PM

Maybe, but you have to remember you wouldn't be the only warship rushing to that spot.

I'd sure hate to get there and find a few destroyers waiting on me.

irish1958 · 10-24-08, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Commander Gizmo

Ah, I see.

Does that mean that if you decifer where on the map that position is and race there to help, none of the messages have a matching scripted event?

I haven't tried it (yet), but I believe there is a mod which will send you a radio message that will lead you to a scripted event.

Wreford-Brown · 10-24-08, 01:04 PM

Either WBNN or GWX Mission Orders will sent you orders to go to scripted events such as the sinking of the Bismarck or Dunkirk. Both mods will also send you the regular scripted messages but Mission Orders Lite will only send you to the scripted events and none of the others. It's made for GWX (either 1.03, 2.0 or 2.1) so unfortunately only supports GWX and not the other supermods.

More info is at:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=137713

Jimbuna · 10-24-08, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Wreford-Brown

Either WBNN or GWX Mission Orders will sent you orders to go to scripted events such as the sinking of the Bismarck or Dunkirk. Both mods will also send you the regular scripted messages but Mission Orders Lite will only send you to the scripted events and none of the others. It's made for GWX (either 1.03, 2.0 or 2.1) so unfortunately only supports GWX and not the other supermods.

More info is at:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=137713

Saved me the bother

Wreford-Brown · 10-24-08, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wreford-Brown

Either WBNN or GWX Mission Orders will sent you orders to go to scripted events such as the sinking of the Bismarck or Dunkirk. Both mods will also send you the regular scripted messages but Mission Orders Lite will only send you to the scripted events and none of the others. It's made for GWX (either 1.03, 2.0 or 2.1) so unfortunately only supports GWX and not the other supermods.

More info is at:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=137713

Saved me the bother

Cheers, Jim. It's nice to beat you to a post for once

Jimbuna · 10-24-08, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Wreford-Brown

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimbuna

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wreford-Brown

Either WBNN or GWX Mission Orders will sent you orders to go to scripted events such as the sinking of the Bismarck or Dunkirk. Both mods will also send you the regular scripted messages but Mission Orders Lite will only send you to the scripted events and none of the others. It's made for GWX (either 1.03, 2.0 or 2.1) so unfortunately only supports GWX and not the other supermods.

More info is at:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=137713

Saved me the bother

Cheers, Jim. It's nice to beat you to a post for once

Rgr that mate

10-23-08, 04:54 AM	#1
Commander Gizmo Watch Officer Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 339 Downloads: 76 Uploads: 4	Map Grid Messages Can someone explain to me why the grid references in GWX's radio messages have 4 digits instead of 2? I can't seem to figure out how to decifer them, or is that the whole point?

10-23-08, 05:41 AM	#2
meduza Ace of the Deep Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: on patrol Posts: 1,035 Downloads: 40 Uploads: 0	Each of the main quadrants (e.g. AM) is divided into 9 smaller ones. Each of those is further divided into 9 quadrants, which gives a basic two digit grid (i.e. AM 39). Take that quadrant and divide it in a same manner, and you will get a 4 digit grid. If it doesn't make any sense, take a look here. It is much better explained. __________________

10-23-08, 06:15 AM	#3
irish1958 Ocean Warrior Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Carmel, Indiana Posts: 3,250 Downloads: 320 Uploads: 11	As above. Those radio messages are meant for immersion only and most are real messages sent out during the war to the fleet. __________________ Irish1958

10-23-08, 04:06 PM	#6
Graf Paper Ace of the Deep Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pacific Northwest United States Posts: 1,146 Downloads: 41 Uploads: 2	Well...that just blows! I had always hoped to be in the area of one of those radio reports and getting in on the action! I guess this means its time for somone to take upon themselves the task of fleshing out the campaign_SCR file to include those radio reports. __________________ Still sailing the high seas, hunting convoys with those who join me.

10-23-08, 06:30 PM	#8
Graf Paper Ace of the Deep Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pacific Northwest United States Posts: 1,146 Downloads: 41 Uploads: 2	Maybe, but you have to remember you wouldn't be the only warship rushing to that spot. I'd sure hate to get there and find a few destroyers waiting on me. __________________ Still sailing the high seas, hunting convoys with those who join me.

10-23-08, 12:16 PM	#4
Commander Gizmo Watch Officer Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 339 Downloads: 76 Uploads: 4	Ah, I see. Does that mean that if you decifer where on the map that position is and race there to help, none of the messages have a matching scripted event?

10-23-08, 05:21 PM	#7
Commander Gizmo Watch Officer Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 339 Downloads: 76 Uploads: 4	Oh yes, please do. It would seem a very bad idea for a cargo ship to send out an open message that they struck a mine and were damaged, complete with exact coordinates. That could land you an easy kill, yes?

10-24-08, 01:04 PM	#10
Wreford-Brown Sea Lord Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In sight of Stonehenge Posts: 1,750 Downloads: 51 Uploads: 26	Either WBNN or GWX Mission Orders will sent you orders to go to scripted events such as the sinking of the Bismarck or Dunkirk. Both mods will also send you the regular scripted messages but Mission Orders Lite will only send you to the scripted events and none of the others. It's made for GWX (either 1.03, 2.0 or 2.1) so unfortunately only supports GWX and not the other supermods. More info is at: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=137713 __________________ All my mods are available at MediaFire: SH3 Mods Other modders SH3 mods SH4 Mods ...you can't please all of the people all of the time...