GoFlight GF-MCP PRO Operating Handbook

GoFlight GF-MCP PRO Operating Handbook

Mcp pro advanced auto pilot. cockpit control system

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GF-MCP PRO MANUAL
2012
GF-MCP PRO
MCP Pro Advanced Auto Pilot
Cockpit Control System
Congratulations on your purchase of a GoFlight MCP Pro Advanced Autopilot module, part of the
extensive family of GoFlight GF-AC Cockpit Control System modules. The GF-MCP Pro is designed to
operate with a wide variety of aircraft and is sure to make your flight simulation experience more
realistic and enjoyable.
The steps below will assist in the installation, configuration and operation of the GF-MCP Pro. Following
these instructions will help to get you up in the "virtual skies" as quickly as possible.

Installing the MCP Pro Software

NOTE If you own other GoFlight hardware and have already installed the same or more
recent version of GoFlight software than that was included with your MCP Pro,
you do not need to install the software again. Simply skip Step 1 in the instructions below.
1. Get on line and go to www.goflightinc.com.
2. On the GoFlight home page click Support.
3. Click on "GF Config x.xx" to download the latest module drivers and configuration software.
4. Click "Run" or "Save" and follow the instruction to install the software.
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Virtual Pilot Operating Handbook

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Summary of Contents for GoFlight GF-MCP PRO

  • Page 1 The steps below will assist in the installation, configuration and operation of the GF-MCP Pro. Following these instructions will help to get you up in the “virtual skies” as quickly as possible.
  • Page 2 If the software installer detects that GoFlight software is already installed on your system, it will prompt you to overwrite. Click the Yes button to overwrite the existing version of GoFlight software. This is useful if you wish to keep the configuration settings for other GoFlight modules installed on your system, however, you should first make sure that the software you are overwriting is an older version and not a newer one.
  • Page 3 It indicates that the MCP Pro is ready to use. 6. After you install the GF-MCP Pro software and connect the MCP Pro for the first time, run the GF-Config program, which is located in your Programs menu under “GoFlight”.
  • Page 4 GF- Config window. The options presented by GF-Config may change from one release of software to another, as GoFlight is continually developing new software features and releasing them via software updates. Because of this, we suggest that you consult GF-Config’s on-line help facility, which contains details about the...
  • Page 5 GF-MCP PRO MANUAL 2012 A CWS Button This button allows the activation of control wheel steering for “Autopilot A”. W hen the button’s internal LED is lit, control wheel steering for “Autopilot A” is active. A/T ARM Toggle Switch and Indicator This toggle switch controls the arming state of the auto throttle.
  • Page 6 GF-MCP PRO MANUAL 2012 DISENGAGE Control Bar The disengage control bar’s purpose is to quickly turn off any and all functions of the autopilot. This allows the pilot to regain manual control of the aircraft at any desired time. When the disengage control bar is in the DOWN position, the autopilot is disengaged and no autopilot modes will function.
  • Page 7 GF-MCP PRO MANUAL 2012 SPEED Button This button controls activation of the “Speed Hold” function of the auto throttle. W hen the button’s internal LED is lit, the “Speed Hold” mode is engaged. SPD INTV Button* This button controls the activation of the “Speed Intervention” function of the autopilot.
  • Page 8 This product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. During this warranty period, GoFlight Technologies, Inc. ® (“GoFlight”) will, at its option, repair or replace, at no charge, any component determined to be defective. The liability under this warranty is limited to the repair and/or replacement of the defect or defective part, and does not include shipping expenses.
  • Page 9 GF-MCP PRO MANUAL 2012 www.goflightinc.com P/N GF-MCP_Pro-vPOH-002 Revision 2.2 25Sep2010 Copyright © 2010 GoFlight Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Virtual Pilot Operating Handbook...

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