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To change the vantage point within the active viewport, press the 'C' key on the
keyboard. This toggles through the various camera modes, one of which is the cockpit
or pilot's perspective. Others include: chase view and a fixed viewpoint, or what you
would see if you were standing at the side of the runway.
Please note: Depending upon the flying site selected, some of these viewing options
may not be applicable.
Also, some aircraft include onboard cameras for additional viewing perspectives. The
View chapter of this manual contains a thorough explanation of the viewport and
camera options.
Using Gadgets-
The RealFlight 7 software includes several gadgets that may be displayed in the main
window when running the software. A gadget is an on-screen display that provides
helpful information, or allows you to access to a variety of RealFlight features and
functions.
For example, the NavGuides gadget displays continuously updated information
relating to your aircraft's altitude, airspeed, directional heading, and other flight
parameters. To display the NavGuides gadget, click the Gadgets menu title followed
by the NavGuides gadget located in the drop-down menu. You may also access the
NavGuides by pressing the numerical '1' key on your keyboard. Alternatively, you may
activate the NavGuides through the QuickSelect tabs. To do so, press the
Menu/Select button on the InterLink Elite controller. Next, move the Data Lever
downward twice. Finally, press the Mode/Select button to activate the NavGuides.
When you select NavGuides, you should see the NavGuides gadget appear on your
screen:
As discussed previously, you can customize the gadgets for personal preference. For
complete information on how to do so, please refer to the chapter pertaining to the
Gadgets menu options.
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