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  1. SR22 G1000 for Linux

    in G1000 SR22 Series

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    On 12/18/2023 at 12:42 AM, Cameron said:

    This is kind of a pointless argument though. More than half the market uses Windows. We cannot avoid it at any sensical business cost.

    And I'm happy that works for you! But, you experience helps that along.

    This is the typical argument we get from Linux users. At the end of the day, when we have tried this, the frustration from users using other flavors still mounts and we get sunk in support time.

    All this is to say, we have our reasonings and have tried to venture into this path several times over the years. The result is the same each time. Until the market for Linux gets a lot bigger, we cannot justify.

    I am far from an Linux "integrist" and i have no time to waste being the CEO of a important software company in France, you don't want to sell to Ubuntu users even for a higher price no problem.

     

  2. SR22 G1000 for Linux

    in G1000 SR22 Series

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    6 hours ago, Cameron said:

    The problem is not so much getting it to work (although sometimes it proves to be a challenge with some things code related). More importantly, Linux has proven to be a support problem given all the various OS flavors and the expectations users have had for support, regardless of us announcing support for a very specific flavor.

    If you say so ... as an IT veteran managing a medium size software vendor i had more issues on Windows. For my hobby i use Xplane on Linux (Ubuntu) for 10 years without issues excpet some years ago with the Nvidia graphic card driver.

    However with Linux it is crucial perhaps to support the only real desktop version Ubuntu this limit support.

    Best,

  3. SR22 G1000 for Linux

    in G1000 SR22 Series

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    On 12/15/2023 at 5:36 PM, Cameron said:

    Hi Chris,

    After careful consideration and analysis, we have decided not to offer Linux support for most of our products, including the SR22's. This decision is based on a straightforward business perspective.

    The primary factor influencing this decision is the relatively small user base of Linux within our market. When we balance the time, development, and support resources required against the size of the Linux user base in the flight simulation community, it becomes challenging to justify the investment needed to develop and maintain Linux compatibility.

    We strive to allocate our resources in a way that benefits the largest number of our customers and allows us to focus on delivering high-quality products and support. Unfortunately, at this time, extending support to Linux does not align with this strategy.

    We appreciate your understanding and are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any further questions or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out.

    Thank you for your interest in our products, and we hope you find a solution that suits your needs, wherever it may come from. :)

    Hi Cameron,

    Thank you for you long and detailed reply.

    With this policy, i therefore understand that the TBM900 working like a charm on Linux will be the last airplane i will buy from X-Aviation. 

    Globally i am not convinced that Linux will require much more work and testing, most language used are cross platform. 

    However i understand your point, as a CEO of a Enterprise software company supporting only Linux based servers and not Windows ones ...

    Best,
    Christopher
    ps: i know some will shout but i am ready to pay more for a SR22 Linux compatible, even 20-30% more

  9. TBM ILS Workaround

    in TBM 900

    Posted · Edited by cpot

    5 hours ago, Cameron said:

    You have two options:

    1. Follow the instructions in the post just above yours
    2. Download the latest Navigraph cycle in 11.4 format.

    To be frank i don't intend to be a geek (deleting folders) with the most expensive aircraft i bought for Xplane.

    The second option is OK waiting for a patch because it seems that other stock x-plane aircrafts will continue to work   

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  10. TBM ILS Workaround

    in TBM 900

    Posted · Edited by cpot

    I just bought the TBM and have almost the same configuraiton, XPlane 11.51 Linux (with Saitek/Logitech Pro Flight Multi Panel) , Navigraph latest cycle (11.50+)

    If i activate the ILS APP in the G1000, it follows the GPS approach (in APR AP mode), the CDI switch auto from GPS to LOC/GS and I can see the LOC + GS but the AP does not switch to the ILS after capturing it. Even manually i can't make it follow the ILS. Other problem the ILS is not aligned with the runway (LFGJ)

    No problem with plain 172 G1000 or EPIC 1000 G1000

    Should i enter a separate issue unless i am doing something wrong ? i am disapointed because bought the TBM at that price to do realistic IFR training (not just LPV APP)

    Best and happy new year to all

     

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