Hello, new Sub Command player

Kojo62 · 02-10-08, 04:47 PM

Thanks guys.

I do have the game patched already, and actually found that it would not even run on my Vista machine at all until it was fully patched to 1.08.

I had not installed the mod yet, mainly because I didn't know where to get it from, so thanks for the links, Stanny. I was also actually a bit afraid to try modding it until I got some more experience with the original game. But I do have SC installed on both my Vista laptop and my XP desktop gaming rig. So it might not be a bad idea to try out the mod on one of them.

I'm only using the Radar Auto Crew so far. My first priority was to focus on developing the Sonar->TMA->Fire Control skill set. But my goal is to ultimately learn the nuts and bolts of all of it myself. I'm a software engineer by trade, so I'm naturally a nuts & bolts type when it comes to systems.

sonar732 · 02-10-08, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Kojo62

Thanks guys.

I do have the game patched already, and actually found that it would not even run on my Vista machine at all until it was fully patched to 1.08.

I had not installed the mod yet, mainly because I didn't know where to get it from, so thanks for the links, Stanny. I was also actually a bit afraid to try modding it until I got some more experience with the original game. But I do have SC installed on both my Vista laptop and my XP desktop gaming rig. So it might not be a bad idea to try out the mod on one of them.

I'm only using the Radar Auto Crew so far. My first priority was to focus on developing the Sonar->TMA->Fire Control skill set. But my goal is to ultimately learn the nuts and bolts of all of it myself. I'm a software engineer by trade, so I'm naturally a nuts & bolts type when it comes to systems.

Don't use your radar at all as it will give away your position thru ESM.

ReallyDedPoet · 02-10-08, 06:00 PM

Welcome to SUBSIM

Kojo62

Enjoy your stay

RDP

Stanny · 02-11-08, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Kojo62

I'm only using the Radar Auto Crew so far. My first priority was to focus on developing the Sonar->TMA->Fire Control skill set. But my goal is to ultimately learn the nuts and bolts of all of it myself. I'm a software engineer by trade, so I'm naturally a nuts & bolts type when it comes to systems.

Radar is almost useless equipment in SC,as enemy torpedo will be heading towards your sub just the next moment after you turn it on.If you have difficulties getting a strong sonar contact then surface to periscope depth,slower to 5 knots or so and raise an ESM mast.It will show you all radio and electronic communications in the area,bearings where signals are coming from,and sources (class names) of those signals.Make sure you do not accelerate faster then 5 knots or so,otherwise ESM mast will fail due to increased waterflow,as well as periscope and all other masts.

Other option maybe the usage of Sonar Active Intercept Display.If you tracking a surface group for instance,their pings will surely vector you to their location.

You are right,the core of SC gameplay are the Sonar,TMA and Fire Control operations.You simply should get used to switching constantly between this stations,in order to collect the most actual data on each contact.That is rather difficult,but it is worth doing so,you will get a feel of being a real nuclear attack submarine officer with time.

Best regards,
Stan.

Sub Sailor · 02-11-08, 06:25 AM

In all my years on the boats, Radar was used only for entering and leaving port, I do recall once being used to locate a target drum or something for Radar drill.
The other seldom used is active Sonar.
Passive Sonar, TMA, and Active intercept will tell you a lot (I have a ping list developed for SC that I use a lot), and if you can the ESM Mast, will give you great information.
I play with the scope but it seems Helicopters are always around in they will detect it. Really used often in rescuing downed pilots and picking up Seals.
Never, Never, cavitate in SC, AI will react to that, try the first stock mission see how fast and cavitate, and ASW air plane, that is miles off will home on you right now.

Welcome to SC,

Ron Banks MMCM(SS), USN(Ret)

Kojo62 · 02-11-08, 06:55 PM

Thanks all. Being a long-time sub enthusiast, I pretty much already knew that using radar is not a good idea. (Didn't know if it would come up later as something I'd be forced to use in a particular mission, though.) Therefore, not something I am concentrating on for now as I continue to learn the game. I'm content to leave it to my auto crewman should I suddenly need it.

All the tips are much appreciated, though.

I'll no doubt have many questions of my own posted soon. But there's such a wealth of info around here, that I'm still figuring out what I don't know, while assimilating all that I've read and learned so far. :hmm:

02-10-08, 06:00 PM	#3
ReallyDedPoet Canadian Wolf Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada. The one and only, East Coast Posts: 10,888 Downloads: 946 Uploads: 5	Welcome to SUBSIM Kojo62 Enjoy your stay RDP __________________ Back in the Day

02-11-08, 06:25 AM	#5
Sub Sailor Commander Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Orofino, Idaho Posts: 443 Downloads: 66 Uploads: 0	Stan is so right In all my years on the boats, Radar was used only for entering and leaving port, I do recall once being used to locate a target drum or something for Radar drill. The other seldom used is active Sonar. Passive Sonar, TMA, and Active intercept will tell you a lot (I have a ping list developed for SC that I use a lot), and if you can the *ESM Mast*, will give you great information. I play with the scope but it seems Helicopters are always around in they will detect it. Really used often in rescuing downed pilots and picking up Seals. Never, Never, cavitate in SC, AI will react to that, try the first stock mission see how fast and cavitate, and ASW air plane, that is miles off will home on you right now. Welcome to SC, Ron Banks MMCM(SS), USN(Ret)

02-10-08, 04:47 PM	#1
Kojo62 Swabbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Greater Philadelphia, PA, USA Posts: 11 Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	Thanks guys. I do have the game patched already, and actually found that it would not even run on my Vista machine at all until it was fully patched to 1.08. I had not installed the mod yet, mainly because I didn't know where to get it from, so thanks for the links, Stanny. I was also actually a bit afraid to try modding it until I got some more experience with the original game. But I do have SC installed on both my Vista laptop and my XP desktop gaming rig. So it might not be a bad idea to try out the mod on one of them. I'm only using the Radar Auto Crew so far. My first priority was to focus on developing the Sonar->TMA->Fire Control skill set. But my goal is to ultimately learn the nuts and bolts of all of it myself. I'm a software engineer by trade, so I'm naturally a nuts & bolts type when it comes to systems.

02-11-08, 06:55 PM	#6
Kojo62 Swabbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Greater Philadelphia, PA, USA Posts: 11 Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	Thanks all. Being a long-time sub enthusiast, I pretty much already knew that using radar is *not* a good idea. (Didn't know if it would come up later as something I'd be forced to use in a particular mission, though.) Therefore, not something I am concentrating on for now as I continue to learn the game. I'm content to leave it to my auto crewman should I suddenly need it. All the tips are much appreciated, though. I'll no doubt have many questions of my own posted soon. But there's such a wealth of info around here, that I'm still figuring out what I don't know, while assimilating all that I've read and learned so far. :hmm: