DCS World - USE YOUR iPAD AS A UP FRONT CONTROL OR INTEGRATED CONTROL PANEL IN GAME - iUFCExport APP
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ม.ค. 2022
- So, yesterday, I was searching for something that would be simple, inexpensive, and effective as a means to replicate my F/A-18C Hornet UFC and F-16C ICP without buying a $500+ piece of hardware or download a handful of software programs. I found lots of information on DCS-UFC for Android devices and considered dropping $99 on a tablet...but I already have a newer iPad and luckily, I stumbled across iUFCExport, a free App by Luc Walterthum. This video just overviews the simple steps I took to get it working, and by luck, it worked the first time and is still going strong. See links below, and the GitHub link has all the sub-links you need. Drop me a comment or question and share with a friend! Cheers ~ JUICE
FOR AIRCRAFT: A-10C, AJS37, AV-8B N/A, F-16C, F/A-18C, JF-17, KA-50, and M-2000C
App Store Preview: apps.apple.com/app/id1551491580
Github Open Source Link: wluc9875.github.io/iUFCExport/
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Ill be using this for the first time this evening. Was going to do something with voiceattack or an arduino keypad but I do have an old IPAD laying around. Thanks!
This is awesome. I hope a similar thing becomes available for the MFDs so I can see the real screens on my tablets
I'm here one year later sharing the same hope. Not gonna happen bro, I'm not even sure if that's possible. All of those MFDs with actual displays work like regular (Windows) displays, I don't think anybody's working on a MFD view export to mobile devices.
This looks a lot easier than another iPad UFC app that I tried a few months ago, which I could never get working properly.
Dude! Holy Crap! This is the coolest! I had my old iPad Mini sitting around and NEVER being used. Just reset it, erased everything, downloaded this; up and running in 5 mins. HOW COOL!!!!! Thank you so much for the quick and easy tutorial! Sigh, now I gotta start adding to my sim. MFD's are next I guess. LOL
SWEET! I’m only using it for Hornet and Viper and so fast entering data. I’m head tracking of course but can see where VR users won’t benefit from this awesome app.
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I just started using Open Track and my iphone. Still tweaking the head swivel settings so I can see everything without struggle. But getting there! ;)
I was looking for something like this. Perfect timing!
Man I hope this gets out there because it is amazing I can’t believe I haven’t been using it all along. With the WinWing sale still going on, I’m thinking about getting the combat panel. Be about 165 bucks from China delivered to the US.
I had a delay getting this to work, until I realised my IPAD, when using CONFIG mode, showed the port was 7676, not the 7677 that is mentioned in the main install. Once I realised that, it came straight in, Thanks for this steer, excellent
Awesome. Good INTEL!!!
Thank you for making this video for us.
I have always wondered how they did that … so awesome ! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Yeah, the MFDs and my new iPad app, speeds up my information management time and probably isn't for anyone in VR at this time.
I went the DCS UFC + cheap Android tablet and it works great. And no - iUFC export doesn’t work on iPhones. App Store wouldn’t even find it from my iPhone until I used the link in your vid. Thanks for the vid!
Wonder if iPad Mini works...anyone? Beuler, Bueler!
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP it should do. It only specifies that it needs iPad OS, rather than iOS
Fantastic Info Mr.Juice... I built my own UFC, but this is a great way of getting a UFC.... Thanks for the Info....
Hey Markus! I thought of that, but I wanted something that would accurately replicate the Hornet UFC and Viper ICP architecture without having to swap boxes or overlay templates. By "LUCK" I found this program...and it seems to be relatively new.
Didn’t you built two different UFC’s mark? One for the viper and one for the hornet?
yep just installed it, really cool and functional program :)
Awesome...if you see others struggling to get it work, offer out some help or troubleshooting if you like...cheers!
It works!!! And it’s almost magical too! I thought it would need a Bluetooth connection. But no! The scripts just make it talk to the IPad 🤔🧙🏻♂️👍🏻🙌🏻
Man, doesn't it make it easier to fly and enter data Johnny? I love my setup
Superuseful content, please do more 👍🏻
Thanks Dawid! We have a series coming up that I think you’ll like that ties in some real world experience in with mission planning for DCS.
I am going to setup my ipad with this. This is a huge money saver. I am hoping like the other people said that it would be great to have the same for MFD's. We could have the complete set without all the bulk.
Depending upon what aircraft you have in DCS, it can save huge amounts of money. What you said is exactly why I use it. ~ Juice
th-cam.com/video/snM0wMyBv_k/w-d-xo.html
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I use the F18 and the F16 but The F18 for the most part.
Let me know if you run into any problems with the App
Thank you so much, this is great.
You are a genius !! thank you so much
Lololol
I need this for all my rotary stable. Shaking hands makes hitting tiny buttons difficult 😂
🫡 after Luke did the recent update when the strike Eagle and Apache came out it runs perfect. I'm still using it today.
Thanks a lot!!!!
Hey, thank you
Very Cool!
This and the MFDs really speed up my processing time when going tactical!
Outstanding find Juice. I am a VR user, but I could use my old badly cracked screen iPad and I am thinking I can use a thick card grid over the screen with holes for the keys…. Then have guide textures between the keys to be able to find the correct key by feel…. What do you think?
Upload a photo or video if you do! I personally think I would get VR when pass through mixed reality is viable for DCS Pilots!
fantastic
If you have your PC on ethernet and your iPad on Wi-FI and you can't get them to work together you need to ask your ISP to deactivate "Port Isolation", that's what fixed it for me
Awesome, thanks. This should help others. Mine worked right away.
My PC is on Ethernet and iPad on Wi-fi and it works perfectly fine for me
@@Ace-mr8cc It probably means your ISP has that disabled by default as is the case for most people
I use helios and captzeen profiles. Plus touch portal
I thought about going with Android Tablet for about $100 US, and then go DCS-UFC for $12 but stumbled across this...I already had an iPad and the software was free. And my luck is nothing ever works first time for me, but this did. I just love that I have my two favorite aircraft panels in one box for no stress/$ down.
Hi, thanks for all the goodies you bring to our attention, is there an ufc for windows? I can use my second monitor.
There are some programs for that but your monitor would have to be touch screen capable in order to push buttons. I’ve seen videos on TH-cam on Helios and tablet applications on android platforms, but not sure if Windows based support is available. I’ll do some searching later when I’m online and let you know. ~Juice
Greetings Juice. It’s been awhile. Nice video and thanks. I am still avoiding the Viper in DCS as I have not been to extract the MFD’s to my two external screens like you seem to have done. Any guidance would be appreciated. Call sign Ransom. Take care.
Hey Ransom! How's things in LV treating you? I don't have screens behind my MFDs, those are paper cutouts that come with TM Cougar Set. What screen units are you use under them?
Search this in the TH-cam search bar: setting up screens for TM Cougar MFDs
~JUICE
Great! I set this up and works super well on the iPad, just a shame it doesn’t work when in VR. Using the pass through app I was hoping to see the mfd on the iPad but it doesn’t work :/ not in vr works perfectly
Good point...one of the reasons I haven't switched yet...but I would love a Green Screen background integration option like my commercial buddies do in VR Training.
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP thanks for replying and also this demo was really good.
Glad you understood my ramble message, I wasn’t sure it made sense, but yes Green screen! When I set up pass through in VR I was so happy to see my throttle, then I was happy to see the MFD cougar frame…, but then sad as it was just an empty frame.
That got me into your channel looking at getting it on an iPad, rabbit hole later was sad again to not see it in pass through haha. I’ve only ever played dcs in VR, so going flat screen is really hard for me, but also I’m at the point that VR is missing the tactile inputs and it’s super annoying using a mouse at times, the MFD frames are a huge improvement in VR but that’s mashing buttons blind
Nice to have ideas connect like this...thanks for sharing and the inputs!!
great video, thank you for posting this. Once I get my iPad back i will try it.
Can you tell me how the iPad is connected with the PC/DCS? only via USB?
how it communicates with the PC and game?
It actually can access through the Wi-Fi net work of your Internet system.
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I didn't expect that. I assume that the PC needs to have Wifi as well?
Mine is connected through the ethernet cable
Thank you!! I will try. Does it work with the brand new Black Shark 3 version?
I don't know...don't have the BS3 or KA50 original. See if you can contact the APP developer. Good Luck, ~Juice
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP okk. Thank you.
Have you tried the hornet ufc? It is a super hornet ufc for the dcs f18c!
Yes. I looks like a Super to Hornet UFC but could that be because it’s an iPad screen?
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP th-cam.com/video/tGqVxCMApeY/w-d-xo.html
Links for download in the description if you're interested. It is only for the F18 but mainly what I fly
Hello! Thank you for this app! :) Any way to adjust the dimensions of the UFCs for a 12.9" iPad?
support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/ipad/ipadbfb08e0a/ipados
You could also contact the developer on the download page and ask if there is any way to fill the entire screen. I have the standard size iPad. Let us know if you find a fix!
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP Cheers!
Sorry, I have another question. When cut and paste the commands in powershell. I am running windows 11. Not 10. So, do I still paste under C:\windows\system32 or under the User modules? I am in my 50s bear with me.
Hey that’s a good question. Sorry I can’t help you with it I would reach out to the developer on the app site for a question like that. Good luck
What is a good size for the screen you would recommend?
I’ve heard of guys doing it with an iPad mini but the regular 9.7 inch I think it is standard iPad is what I use and it’s perfect. I can click the buttons without accidentally hitting multiple buttons with one finger push.
Very cool free UFC. For some reason my Ipad sees what I do in the cockpit but not the other way around. I have been following the torublshooting options but no luck. Any clue anyone? Thanks
Hi Asger! Quick Checklist:
- 2017 iPad or newer with IOS 12+ running (Settings, General, About)
- Scripts Folder in DCS Saved Games with both Export LUA and iUFCExport LUA files in it
- Windows Powershell Run as ADMIN with inbound and outbound port scripts ran
- Fire up DCS, Open iUFCExport APP on iPad and select the aircraft you are in...
NOTE: Are you logged into Wifi on the iPad?
Sometimes, I have to hit the 1 on the number pad to get my UFC to wake up in game and on the iPad.
Troubleshooting Ports:
If you prefer to configure these rules with the Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security application, please follow this link. Note that configuring the outbound rule goes through similar steps, except that you have to use port 7677 instead of 7676.
DCS doesn't update the displays on the iPad
Sometimes, your local network router may not accept local multicast and you wouldn't see anything displayed in the UFCs on your iPad (like the ODU/OSB texts).
In that case, you will have to try another outbound IP address. You would have to replace the 224.0.0.1 address in this line of the iUFCExport.lua script.
iUFCExport.HOST = "224.0.0.1" -- local network multicast IP address
There are 2 options. They require you to get your iPad IP address. You can get your iPad IP address by going to Settings > Wi-Fi. Then select your wifi network in the list. The address you're looking for is in the line IP address.
Option 1
Use your iPad IP address, replacing the last of the 4 numbers by 255. This will allow for a local broadcast.
For example, if your address is something like 192.168.1.33, use 192.168.1.255.
If it works for you, fine, you won't need to change it again.
Option 2
Use your iPad IP address.
Unfortunately, if only this option works for you, then you won't be able to drive several iPads from DCS.
Ports 7676 and 7677 are already taken by other applications
In rare cases, you may have to adjust the base port used to communicate with your iPad. By default it's 7676.
To do that, check this line in the iUFCExport.lua file:
iUFCExport.OUTBOUND_PORT = 7676 -- change this port if already taken. If you do that, don't forget to adjust the iPad application ports too.
and replace 7676 by the port of your choice (as long as it's between 1024 and 65534).
Don't forget to:
adjust the base port on your iPad application, as explained here: github.com/wluc9875/iUFCExport-iPad#configuring-other-ports
adapt your Windows 10 Firewall rules to use your new ports (base port and base port + 1)
Poke me on Tactical DCS Discord if you need assistance, I'll try to help!
~JUICE
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP Thanks Juice. I will look again to see what I missed
How did you get the background on the iPad to be black? It all works on my set up but I find the bright white borders/background a bit distracting.
Not sure if it helps, but I'm running "Dark Mode" on my iPad always. I force it to run all the time in Dark Mode by doing custom schedule. under Display & Brightness, select Dark, and turn on automatic. Under that Options, Set Light 08:00 and Dark 08:01 so you basically get 1 minute of light mode per day. Try that and let us know how it goes! ~JUICE
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP Thanks for that. Unfortunately my old iPad doesn’t support dark mode. It’s nearly as old as me 😂
I'd say use electrical tape but the UFCs are different sizes between jets...but search TH-cam, there are hacks out there.
th-cam.com/video/e_aKIZQ7bLI/w-d-xo.html
hello, i was wondering if there is a way to put the RWR oon the ipad even though i havent found any app for SU-27
I think there is for Android but for the iUFCExport, all I have found is UFC/CMDS pages showing up. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. ~J
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP thank you anyways but the video is helpful as I’m thinking of getting the F16 in future once I get used to the FC3 aircrafts
What I really like about IUC export is one device gives me many many aircraft controls on the screen instead of having something hardware wise that is made for just one jet.
😉 you're gonna love the viper
I was able to connect the app and see the UFC data populate (Im flying the AV8) but while the buttons animate as i press on them, there is not input change on the app or on screen--any help would be appreciated--this is an awesome app and exactly what ive been looking for!
github.com/wluc9875/iUFCExport-iPad#configuration
Try the ports and on the APP, hit config top right and match the ip for your iPad with .255 as the last three digits.
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP you are the man! That worked-thanks for the assist!
Glad it worked...I had it stop working, checked my iPad IP and it had changed...so I changed my iUFCExport.lua to match the new one, restarted the iPad and it worked again. Have had to do this twice. ~J
So, plug it in with lightning cord. can it be used wirelessly?
Through the network router. That’s why you have to do the power shell editing to get it to open and close a port to pick up the device. Let’s just say it’s pretty awesome unless you’re in VR.
hi, does it works with a 3 monitor setup on win 11?
So iUFCExport is an Apple app for iPad, it's independent from the amount of monitors you have. I have Windows 11 and it works great. What ever you have for the screen showing the cockpit, the iPad mirrors that with touchscreen controls.
Is there any mfd support yet like on the android app?
Yep, I think a few people commented on it...google DCS Helios.
Does it matter what gen the iPad mini is? Can you get away with a 1st gen mini?
Very good question, apparently is does matter...Requires iPadOS 12.4 or later.
Checkout the data at the App Store and Github links below.
apps.apple.com/app/id1551491580
wluc9875.github.io/iUFCExport/
I have 2 Ipad mini's - and iStore not letting me download it - yay :(
Yeah, could be the age of the iPad mini’s or it might be iPad regular only. I was flying the Hornet last night and it really helps me, especially with the MFDs and WinWing panels I’m using. I don’t even think I can download the app for iPhone either.
Are there any apps like that, that I could use on IPhone?
Check the website. I think it’s iPad only.
T-Mobile 5G: Can't communicate between iPad and DCS. Tried all the troubleshooting steps
Are you trying on cellular? I thought it only worked on Wireless router networks.
Hi all, I hope someone here can help.
I'm just following the instructions but when I open my existing exports.lua file it opens in notepad and not the program shown here. I copied and pasted the script as instructed but when going to save, it warns that formatting will be removed which I'm afraid to do given that I'm totally clueless with this stuff (I've never ever touched any coding in my life).
I don't want to cause problems with the existing export.lua file as I've got trackview and SRS working nicely.
Should I download something else to use to add the script before continuing?
Just getting started with the FA18 as my first hifi DC plane so I can see this being an amazing tool!
EDIT@ I've just tried the free "Serris Code Editor" software and no error messages while saving. Here's hoping it works.
I’ll have my PC back up in a few days. Have you downloaded the extra iUFCExport Lua in the instructions?
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I think so
Better to be safe than sorry for sure. I was new to lua editing 2 years ago, and found a friend to help me through it.
Some Tips:
1. Make backup copies of your files you plan on editing.
2. Ensure your program is running in Administrator Role.
3. Re-Read all instructions before attempting changes.
4. Watch as many videos and Google your subject many times to get comfortable experimenting.
Hope these help. Does your I-Device have the proper OS required to run this app?
~Juice
Is it just me or has this been taken down from the appstore???
apps.apple.com/us/app/iufcexport/id1551491580
Try this link from your iPad. Has to be 12.XX iOS or higher.
Not available for this ipad :(
Yeah I did a search for 12.0 higher oh iOS for iPad and it looks like the 2017 and newer model is the only ones.
Mine is 2019 and already had it as my mobile reading device.
Hope you get a good deal on a newer one soon. You could sell the old one for a few bucks!
~JUICE
What do i do if the buttons on my IPAD app won't turn anything on DCS, but I can see all the green letters and numbers changing on the IPAD if I press something in the game with the mouse?
Not sure, did you run the Powershell scripts to connect in and out ports to the LAN? And did it work okay before?
forum.dcs.world/topic/258082-version-17-released-ipad-application-for-displaying-and-interacting-with-ufcs-iufcexport/page/3/
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I did everything as written in the doc.
Inbound port is 7677, and outbound is 7676.
I have an iPad air, and the config settings there are: ip 192.168.1.255
Port: 7676
I see all the symbology change on the iPad, but no commands transfer to the PC.
The ipad on Wifi, pc on Ethernet
I'm not experienced with iPad Air...contact the developer on the App Download page for assistance. Might be a language difference in iPad non-Air and Air. I'll contact you if I find a solution. ~J
Cheetah, try reversing the inbound and outbound ports...if you are basically sending from the PC to the iPad, maybe you have something backwards? Let us know what happens. ~J
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I think I already tested this theory last night. And it didn't even send the symbology to the iPad. Maybe it is something with the Air's language...
I couldn't find the developer's eMail anywhere. And I'm a noob concerning iOS systems. This is my 1st iPad.. 😉
I had this working on my larger ipad, but after mounting the MFD's to my desk, I needed to downgrade to an ipad mini to fit properly.. so I bought an old gen ipad mini strictly for this purpose, and have never been able to get it to work with this app. 99% sure all my IP's are set correctly in both the app on the ipad and the config file on my computer. Unfortunate =[
I think someone checked and it's not supported for iPad Mini or iPhone but I could be wrong. ~J
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I figured it out my dumbass had the two lines in the Export file commented out for some reason
Sweet! So, did you get it working with the iPad mini? ~Juice
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP yessir. Now my setup is finally complete and I feel I can start to learn the game lol. Got my tobii dialed in to where I feel it is usable for checking my six and not annoying for everything else. Got my cougar MFDs with cubesim monitors behind them, just need to put in the time to learn the jet now xD
Would love to have MFDs with screens! ~J
Some terrible audio bumps and thumbs in this video when you have a subwoofer... guy is banging on his desk or something ? ;;)
Got a new recording process since then. Thanks for the feedback. th-cam.com/video/hKsCglTrrsQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=pksLJwIuTlBFaGGn
Why not just use Helios?
Helios, DCS-UFC, iUFCExport...unicuique sua
For me, I specifically looked for a single UFC program designed for iPad...thus, iUFCExport was my choice. I'm sure all are good!
Anyone try all three to see which is hardest or easiest?
Does this work with multiplayer I spend most of my time on mp servers
Yes, works in the jets supported on any mission, SP, MP, all! Here's a list of aircraft covered in iUFCExport: A-10C, ASJ37, AV8-B N/A, F-16C, F/A-18C, JF17, KA50, M-2000C. I only have experience with the F-16C and F/A-18C and I don't know if this works with A-10C II...cheers!
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP winner thanks I'll be grabbing this on my next day off
Make sure your iPad is running iPadOS 12.4 or later. I believe it's 2018 or later, iPad Gen 5 or higher, but best to check our iOS version to make sure. Follow the instructions to the T and I just copied and pasted the code into powershell (RUN AS ADMIN) and make sure you don't leave any stray spaces in the code. Should work fine if you have the right iPad...let us know! ~JUICE
@@AIRWARFAREGROUP I will do appreciate it thank you
Well my iPad won't download with out the app being on my phone and it won't go on my phone so I have no idea how to get it.
Como
Si?
Does it work in multiplayer?
Yep...works in any setting of DCS...interfaces through your home network to your PC and UFC in one of the jets supported. Here's what you get:
A-10C, ASJ37, AV-8B N/A, F-16C, F/A-18C, JF-17, KA-50, and M-2000C Up Front Controls.
Thanks, been wanting this for years. Got it set up but it won’t output to DCS, works fine from DCS. More troubleshooting to do, but running out of options. Cheers
Did you run both commands in power shell as administrator?
Started from scratch, works now, thank you.
Im sad that it’s useless in VR
Waiting on mixed reality myself!
Techcreations UFC module is pretty rad but way too expensive