Microsoft Space Simulator v1.0
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R E L E A S E N O T E S
This document contains important information to help you configure your
computer so that you get the best performance from Space Simulator.
* Memory Requirements - Conventional Memory (RAM)
Space Simulator requires at least 550K conventional memory.
For best results, provide as much conventional memory as possible.
For example: When 560K or more conventional memory is available
for Space Simulator, the level of image detail for spacecraft and other
models can be set to Complex instead of Sparse (in the Rendering
Preferences dialog box), providing more realistic images in the
simulation. When conventional memory is low and you set image detail
to Complex, Space Simulator informs you that the simulator needs to
change from Complex to Sparse rendering. If you provide at least
560K RAM, you will enjoy continuous display of complex images.
Note: Although Space Simulator has a minimum requirement of at least
550K free conventional memory, it will run with as little as 500K free.
When running Space Simulator with less than 560K free memory, you will
encounter the "Switching to Sparse Rendering" message more frequently.
* Memory Requirements - Expanded Memory (EMS)
Space Simulator requires at least 512K of expanded memory.
Providing more than 768K of expanded memory offers minimal additional
benefit. To provide expanded memory for Space Simulator, please refer
to the instructions noted on the inside back cover of the Star-Pilot's
Guide.
* Using the System Startup Disk (Boot Disk)
If you don't want to change your existing memory configurations,
you can use Space Simulator's MAKEBOOT.COM to create a system startup
disk (or boot disk) that provides the memory configuration you need
while running Space Simulator. To create a system startup disk, at
the MS-DOS prompt (while still within the Space Simulator directory,
for example, C:\SPACESIM), type MAKEBOOT and follow the on-screen
instructions. To use the system startup disk, simply place the disk
into your disk drive (usually drive A), and restart your computer.
Space Simulator will use the system startup disk for its memory
configuration.
* Running Space Simulator with Microsoft Windows
Space Simulator achieves maximum video performance when you run it from
MS-DOS. If you choose to run Space Simulator from Microsoft Windows,
please note the following:
- Prior to starting Space Simulator, run Space Simulator Setup and
choose the 320x400 graphics resolution option.
- Prior to running Windows, ensure that your computer has at least
768K of EMS memory.
- Run Space Simulator as an exclusive, full-screen application.
- If you switch to another application, and then return to Space Simulator,
the simulation display may be corrupted. To restore the simulation
display, press the W key twice to toggle the Full Screen View option
and refresh the screen.
* Video Issues
Space Simulator supports 320x400, 640x400, and 800x600 graphics resolutions.
- To display resolutions greater than 320x400, you need to know the chipset
of your video card. To determine the chipset of your video card, refer
to the documentation provided with your video card, or run Microsoft
Diagnostics by typing "msd" at MS-DOS prompt.
- Some SuperVGA video cards may not run Space Simulator in 640x400 and/or
800x600 resolution. This is often due to the video card manufacturer
attempting to maximize video performance in Windows, while compromising
MS-DOS-application compatibility. If you have a SVGA card and have
problems with higher resolutions, try the VESA 1.2 video option. If that
does not work, you will have to run Space Simulator in 320x400 resolution.
- Pentium users: If your video card does not run Space Simulator in SVGA
resolutions and you must run it in 320x400 resolution, the fast frame-
refresh rate may cause undesirable flickering on your screen. To slow the
frame rate, adjust the following items in the Preferences dialog box:
Set Milky Way check box on, Star Limiting Magnitude to 7, Precision to 8.
- Diamond Viper video users:
To run Space Simulator in 640x400 resolution:
1. Acquire VPRMODE.EXE v2.04 from the manufacturer.
2. Type "vprmode vesa" at the MS-DOS prompt to install VESA 1.2
compatibility.
3. Run Space Simulator Setup, choose 640x400 resolution, and then
choose the VESA 1.2 video option.
* ThrustMaster Joystick Support
If you have a ThrustMaster Mark II Weapons Control System (WCS), you can
use the SPACESIM.ADV file found in your Space Simulator directory to
configure your hardware for use with Space Simulator. Using this file
with your Weapons Control System enhances your Space Simulator experience
by assigning many frequently-used features to controls on the WCS.
Note that use of this file requires the new chip and microcode from
ThrustMaster. Consult the SPACESIM.ADV file for details.
* Learning How to Control your Spacecraft
Space Simulator has a concise on-screen Help menu. To see which keys
control your spacecraft, choose Keyboard Guide from the Help menu,
or see the back cover of the Star-Pilot's Guide. Be sure to review
the other areas of the Help menu, including Menu Commands and
Basic Skills.
* Read the Star-Pilot's Guide
In space, knowledge is power! The Star-Pilot's Guide provides a complete
journey through Space Simulator, as well as some great flying adventures.
* Fly the Missions
Space Simulator has missions that score you on your piloting skills.
From the Options menu, choose Missions, and then take off!
* Accept a Challenge
A great gateway into the heart of Space Simulator is available
with the Open Situation command on the Options menu. Just choose
a situation and find yourself in a new area of space. For extra
adventure, look for situations that include the word CHALLENGE
in their description. Read the challenge and then give it a try.
Welcome to Space Simulator!
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Microsoft Space Simulator Keyboard Quick Reference.
Space Flight and slewing Controls
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Spaceflight and slewing controls are virtually the same.
The only difference is that to slew,you must first choose slew control from
the flight menu or press the Y Key.
To Do This Press
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Increase Thrust KEYPAD PLUS SIGN OR F7
Decrease Thrust KEYPAD MINUS SIGN OR F6
Full Thrust END OR F8
Cut Thrust HOME OR F5
Fine Thrust Forward SHIFT+KEYPAD PLUS SIGN
Fine Thrust Backward SHIFT+KEYPAD MINUS SIGN
Fine Thrust Up/Down PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN
Fine Thrust Left/Right INSERT/DELETE
Cut Fine Thrust HOME OR F5
Pitch Up/Down DOWN ARROW/UP ARROW
Yaw Left/Right LEFT ARROW/RIGHT ARROW
Roll Left KEYPAD SLASH (/) OR F9
Roll Right KEYPAD ASTERISK (*) OR F10
Stop Pitch,Yaw,Roll KEYPAD 5 OR F3
Stop Velocity F4
Other Controls
To Do This Press
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Switch Between Distance/ ALT+S
Radius And Altitude
Accelerate Time Scale F1
Decelerate Time Scale F2
Set Time Scale To 1.1 yrs/Sec SHIFT+F1
Set Time Scale To 1 Sec/Sec SHIFT+F2
Autopilot On/Off Z
Vehicle Transfer SHIFT+T
Undock SHIFT+U
Space Walk Or Reboard Craft SHIFT+W
Deploy Or Retract Lander SHIFT+D
Entend Or Retract Landing Gear G
Sound On/Off Q
Calibrate Joystick J
Pause Simulator PAUSE
Reset Simulator CTRL+ESC
Exit Space Simulator CTRL+BREAK
View And Window Controls
To Do This Press
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Full Screen View On/Off W
Labels On/Off L
Open View 1 Or Make It Active 1
Open View 2 Or Make It Active 2
Open Map View Or Make It Active M
Turn On The Instrument Panel I
Cycle Through Cockpit,Chase S
And Assigned Views
Switch Between Panning And D
Tracking Modes
Head-up Display On/Off H
Choose Map Origin O
Choose A Reference Object ALT+R
Choose A Tracking Object T
Cycle Through Tracking Objects PERIOD (.)/COMMA(,)
Change Chase Craft Distance ALT+MINUS SIGN/
ALT+PLUS SIGN
Change Assigned View Location A
Zoom In PLUS SIGN
Zoom In Fast SHIFT+PLUS SIGN
Zoom Out MINUS SIGN
Zoom Out Fast SHIFT+MINUS SIGN
Return To Normal Magnification ZERO (0)
Pan Up ALT+UP ARROW
Pan Down ALT+DOWN ARROW
Pan Left ALT+LEFT ARROW
Pan Right ALT+RIGHT ARROW
Center View ALT+KEYPAD 5
Video And Camera Controls
To Do This Press
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Record A Video R
Play A Video P
Stop Recording Or Playing A BACKSLASH(\)
Video
Pause A Video U
Take A Space Photograph PRINT SCREEN