Tillie Doyle
Panning the view in FSX can be done in several ways, including using the hat switch on a joystick, pressing keys on the numeric keypad, using the thumbstick on an Xbox 360 controller, or using the mouse-look feature. Users have reported issues with panning the view using a mouse, which can be resolved by selecting Mouse Look in the drop-down box and configuring the left/right and up/down axis settings. Additionally, the pan rate can be adjusted in the .cfg file, where smaller values produce a slower pan rate.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to pan view with joystick | Use the hat switch on the joystick |
| How to pan view with keyboard | Use keyboard shortcuts, press NUM LOCK, or press W to hide the instrument panel |
| How to pan view with mouse | Select Mouse Look in the drop-down box, set up the left/right and up/down axis, and check the Reverse box |
| How to adjust panning speed | In Cameras.cfg, adjust the pitchpanrate and headingpanrate values (smaller values produce a slower pan rate) |
| How to zoom | Use zoom controls to magnify or reduce any view |
| How to move eyepoint | Move the point from which your virtual eyes look out |
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What You'll Learn
Adjusting the pan rate
To adjust the pan rate in FSX, you need to access the Cameras.cfg file. This can be found in the same folder as your FSX.cfg file.
In the Cameras.cfg file, you will find the [CameraDefinition.xx] sections. Here, you can adjust the pan rate values to control the speed of the pan. Smaller values will produce a slower pan rate, while larger values will increase the speed.
For example, one user reported that their pitchpanrate and headingpanrate values were initially set at 30 and 70, respectively. They lowered these values to 5 and 20, but did not notice any difference in the pan speed.
It's important to note that after making changes to the Cameras.cfg file, you must restart FSX for the changes to take effect.
Additionally, if you are using a joystick or other controller, you may need to adjust the calibration or settings for the specific controller to fine-tune the pan rate to your desired speed.
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Using the mouse
To pan the view in FSX using the mouse, you need to first select "Mouse Look" in the drop-down box. If no controllers are plugged in, "Mouse Yoke" and "Mouse Look" options should appear.
Next, double-click on "View - left/right axis (pan)" and move the mouse left or right so that "Left/Right" shows up. Save this setting. Repeat this process for the up/down axis. Double-click on "View - up/down axis (pan)" and move the mouse up or down so that "Up/Down" appears. Save this setting as well.
Finally, check the "Reverse" box. This is the default mouse look control setting.
If you are unable to pan the view with your mouse, try holding the space bar to bring up the cross, and ensure your mouse is functioning correctly.
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Using the joystick
To pan the view in FSX using a joystick, you can use the hat switch on your joystick. If you are using a Sidewinder Joystick, check if there is a toggle on the top where your thumb should rest.
If you are using a Saitek X52, you can adjust the calibration slider on the key assignment selection screen. Moving the slider to the left will give you a slower pan rate, and moving it to the right will increase the rate. You can also try adjusting the PANRATE in the fsx.cfg file. This is located in the Cameras.cfg file, in the [CameraDefinition.xx] sections. Lowering the pitchpanrate and headingpanrate numbers will also give you a slower pan rate.
If you are using an X-45 joystick, you can set the assignment to View(pan), joystick=POV1, Repeat rate slider full right.
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Keyboard shortcuts
To pan the view in FSX, you can use a combination of keyboard shortcuts, the joystick, the mouse, or an Xbox controller.
In the 2-D cockpit, you can use keyboard commands to display hidden sections of the panel and make quick changes to the direction you are looking. In the 3-D virtual cockpit, you can use the keyboard to look around with a panning action, simulating the movement of your head.
To find the list of keyboard commands, open FSX and go to Settings > Other Settings > Controls > Button/Keys. Here, you will find a list of all the actions defined by the keys on your keyboard, which you can modify to suit your preferences.
Some users have shared their custom keyboard commands for panning the view in FSX. For example, one user has shared the following commands:
- PAN UP: 14=R2,25,C65734,0
- PAN LEFT: 15=R2,26,C65671,0
- PAN RIGHT: 16=R2,27,C65672,0
- PAN DOWN: 17=R2,24,C65735,0
Another user has shared slightly different commands, which include the ability to pan diagonally:
- PAN LEFT UP: 15=CR(+2,26)2,25,C65854,0
- PAN RIGHT UP: 16=CR(+2,27)2,25,C65856,0
- PAN LEFT: 17=R2,26,C65671,0
- PAN RIGHT: 18=R2,27,C65672,0
- PAN LEFT DOWN: 19=CR(+2,26)2,24,C65855,0
- PAN RIGHT DOWN: 20=CR(+2,27)2,24,C65857,0
Additionally, you can use the mouse to look around the cockpit and the outside world. The axis indicator is a useful tool to determine pitch and bank angles without looking at the attitude indicator. You can also use zoom controls to magnify or reduce any view, allowing you to zoom in on your aircraft or zoom out to see the airport from above.
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Zoom controls
To adjust the zoom, you can use keyboard shortcuts or a controller. Keyboard shortcuts provide a quick way to switch between different views. For a complete list of keyboard shortcuts, press SHIFT+F10 to access the Key Commands page of the Kneeboard.
If you're using a controller, such as a joystick or an Xbox 360 controller, you can use the hat switch or thumbstick to adjust the zoom. Additionally, you can fine-tune the zoom rate by modifying the settings in the Cameras.cfg file. Located in the same folder as your FSX.cfg file, this file allows you to adjust the pan rate for different camera views. Smaller values in the Cameras.cfg file will result in a slower pan rate.
It's worth noting that you can also adjust the eyepoint in FSX, simulating the act of leaning forward or sitting on a phone book to get a better view in a real airplane. This can be particularly useful when taxiing taildraggers in Cockpit or Virtual Cockpit views.
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Frequently asked questions
Select Mouse Look in the drop-down box. Double click on View - left/right axis (pan) and move the mouse left or right so you get Left/Right to show up. Save that. Double click on View - up/down axis (pan) and move the mouse up or down so you get Up/Down to show up. Save that. Check the Reverse box.
In most views, you can look around by using the hat switch on your joystick.
In Cameras.cfg, for pan rate smaller values produce a slower pan rate. You can also try playing with PANRATE inside fsx.cfg (hidden).
You can move the eyepoint, the point from which your virtual eyes look out. This is particularly useful when taxiing taildraggers in Cockpit or Virtual Cockpit views.
You can use keyboard shortcuts to rapidly switch to some of the most useful views. For the complete list, see the Key Commands page of the Kneeboard (press SHIFT+F10).
