I see the two PSUs you listed use 5.5x2.5mm cable connectors. Protomaker's parts list in the pdf ass

I see the two PSUs you listed use 5.5x2.5mm cable connectors. Protomaker's parts list in the pdf assembly instructions show 5.5x2.1mm for the socket part, but I can't find any common laptop PSUs that use that size. So now I'm confused as to what is the actual standard people are using, if you have some advice on that. I guess they're close to each other, but I'd still hate to risk a poor electrical connection even if they do physically fit.

deeleyer•8/7/24, 4:22 PM

5.5x2.5 plug on 5.5x2.1 socket will fit but you also will get intermittent conection as soon as you move the wire just a little. I ended changing the PSU plug to 5.5x2.1

DARRYLOP•8/7/24, 5:30 PM

Good to know, thanks. I suppose Protomaker should fix that parts list then? It would be so easy for DIY'ers to just install the correct 5.5x2.5 mm socket in the box instead for a solid connection. I believe the pre-built Rhino even comes with that 5.5x2.5mm size PSU, based on the specs listed for the model number (Green Cell AD100P) as seen in Big Bangerz YT video review. But I don't know what size receptacle the pre-built base has. https://greencell.global/en/msi/2862-charger-ac-adapter-green-cell-pro-19v-95a-180w-for-msi-gt60-gt70-gt680-gt683-asus-rog-g75-g75v-g75vw-g750jm-g750js.html

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AndyHill•8/7/24, 5:38 PM

I kind of got interested in the seatbelt tensioner systems, but the all seem to be immensely expensive. Are there cheaper ghetto versions out there at all?

DDARRYL I see the two PSUs you listed use 5.5x2.5mm cable connectors. Protomaker's parts...

kaltokri•8/7/24, 6:04 PM

We use a 5.5mm 2.1mm connector in the kit.

Kkaltokri We use a 5.5mm 2.1mm connector in the kit.

DARRYLOP•8/7/24, 6:09 PM

Thanks for the reply. So then it's not technically the correct size for the standard PSUs, including VPForce's own.

AAndyHill I kind of got interested in the seatbelt tensioner systems, but the all seem to ...

Arno•8/7/24, 6:16 PM

https://www.simhubdash.com/diy-belt-tensionner/

SimHub, DIY Sim Racing Dash and HardwareWotever

DIY Belt tensionner

AndyHill•8/7/24, 6:19 PM

the problem with diy stuff is that I have basically no tools and a bunch of limp dicks for fingers

AAndyHill the problem with diy stuff is that I have basically no tools and a bunch of limp...

H145Rotor-Sims•8/7/24, 8:33 PM

Sudeebare•8/7/24, 8:40 PM

Another potential problem with DIY kits is payment method. If it's a Paypal "friends" workaround instead of a straight up business to customer transaction a credit card issuer might decline the transaction.

Bob Bushman•8/7/24, 8:50 PM

Didn't have any issues with my mastercard, no PayPal needed

BBob Bushman Didn't have any issues with my mastercard, no PayPal needed

Sudeebare•8/7/24, 9:15 PM

VPForce orders are not a problem. Some other suppliers might not have credit card option available.

VPforceBot•8/8/24, 12:58 PM

:package:

RHINO #0662 Has Shipped!

VPforceBot•8/8/24, 12:58 PM

:package:

RHINO #0661 Has Shipped!

Jabbers•8/8/24, 6:11 PM

oh man, who is #0666

Jabbers•8/8/24, 6:12 PM

Are these also the serial numbers?

Bob Bushman•8/8/24, 6:14 PM

If its not branded with a pentagram I'll be disappointed.

DARRYLOP•8/8/24, 6:24 PM

. # 0668 = The Neighbor of The Beast

Number481•8/8/24, 6:27 PM

!remind me

!remind me

- Put special code in TelemFFB to identify SN#666 and randomly do crazy stuff to make everyone think it is possessed

JJabbers Are these also the serial numbers?

amadeus•8/8/24, 6:38 PM

yeah, the number is on a lil metal plate attached to the device

Aamadeus yeah, the number is on a lil metal plate attached to the device

Jabbers•8/8/24, 6:39 PM

thats awesome, wish i had that SN haha. Can we request a specific SN if we order

amadeus•8/8/24, 6:40 PM

i think assuming it's after your spot in line, maybe haha

Jabbers•8/8/24, 6:41 PM

I jsut want #6969

Jabbers•8/8/24, 6:41 PM

Number481•8/8/24, 6:41 PM

I could put special code in for that SN too...

AndyHill•8/8/24, 6:49 PM

over 6000 orders of rhino on the wall, over 6000 orders of rhino

JJabbers I jsut want #6969

amadeus•8/8/24, 6:51 PM

seven years later

SolaceOneTwo•8/8/24, 7:05 PM

howdy everyone, had a look around but I cant find anything.
I'd like to run my rhino inverted, that is flipped with the controls facing forward and the plugs facing me, so i can slide my seat closer to it. I can't be the first guy to do this... is there a tutorial anywhere for this? I didnt see it in the manual either

Number481•8/8/24, 7:07 PM

1.) Flip it around
2.) Toggle the inversion check boxes in configurator
3.) There is no #3.. thats it

SolaceOneTwo•8/8/24, 7:07 PM

perfect. thanks

Henning Piez•8/8/24, 8:23 PM

849 Rhinos to go

How many are build per Year

AndyHill•8/8/24, 8:36 PM

some are built and some drop out of the queue so your turn will come

HHenning Piez 849 Rhinos to go 😦 How many are build per Year 😦

DARRYLOP•8/8/24, 8:48 PM

https://discord.com/channels/965234441511383080/1122080764163522571/1265701326478643322

Henning Piez•8/8/24, 9:12 PM

I will stay in Queue... Decided to order cause I love that thing and wanna have the best Sim Setup.....

Henning Piez•8/8/24, 9:13 PM

JJabbers Are these also the serial numbers?

Austringer•8/8/24, 9:17 PM

Yes

HHenning Piez 849 Rhinos to go 😦 How many are build per Year 😦

RoboGeoff•8/8/24, 9:31 PM

I think it goes down around 100 per month. maybe as many as 150

Fr4Ged•8/8/24, 10:14 PM

!status

FFr4Ged !status

VPforceBot•8/8/24, 10:14 PM

Hey @Fr4Ged,
So the last Shipped RHINO is #0661 on 2024-08-08
Average waiting time from preorder to shipped is 207 days, median is 208 days, max is 437 days
638 Rhinos are shipped in total

RRoboGeoff I think it goes down around 100 per month. maybe as many as 150

Spitfire ZX•8/8/24, 10:19 PM

yeah mine has gone down ~400 in 3 months, almost exactly

Spitfire ZX•8/8/24, 10:19 PM

so that seems about right

Fr4Ged•8/8/24, 10:49 PM

that is more about people not buying it than units being made though

Number481•8/8/24, 10:55 PM

number of actual units shipped since this time last year is around 500 or so. I'd guess the number of reservations processed (purchased, abandoned or canceled) is probably north of 1000.

Austringer•8/8/24, 11:10 PM

Question about the TM board for making your own grip to work with VPForce: can you add axis to it, or only buttons?

Austringer•8/8/24, 11:15 PM

Wondering about being able to make a stick with a mini stick

WWhiteHawk77 If only the 300+ in front of me were as considerate. 😁

RationalBot•8/9/24, 2:30 AM

Ok, but this is getting a little too real

AAustringer Wondering about being able to make a stick with a mini stick

TheAmazinGreat•8/9/24, 3:02 AM

Yes, possible, requires an arduino in the grip. Either on its own if there are enough IOs or in tandem with the VPF shift register board. https://discord.com/channels/965234441511383080/1185807510993637386

TTheAmazinGreat Yes, possible, requires an arduino in the grip. Either on its own if there are e...

Austringer•8/9/24, 4:31 AM

Thanks

Limitless VR & Simrigs•8/9/24, 6:01 AM

Hey crew, a quick question regarding the F4 Phantom in DCS with the Rhino and TFFB software, I have also tested this in the Mirage. Ok, so I am feeling forces on the stick with either pitch up or down and also if I roll 90 degrees and then pull back on the stick for a high g turn I experience a good solid force on the stick. I note however that during flight I am really not feeling any side to side forces. Almost like the only forces I feel are gforces on the forward back stick input. Both the Mirage and F4 are doing the same thing. At steady level flight, both air-frames feel very 'slippery' almost like I am just not feeling control surface resistance if that makes sense. Is this normal for those flight models? Any input would be appreciated.

RRationalBot Ok, but this is getting a little too real 😅

walmis•8/9/24, 6:28 AM

Hey, If you haven't already, fill out the order form - http://order.vpforce.eu - You should have received an invitation to order already

LLimitless VR & Simrigs Hey crew, a quick question regarding the F4 Phantom in DCS with the Rhino and TF...

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[OR] SerGeant•8/9/24, 6:50 AM

Yeah, the only feeling in the F-4 are bobweights on the pitch axis. The F-4 has a artificial feel system for pitch.
The roll axis has a Constant Spring load. There is no real feedback from the control surfaces.

In terms of the F-4, the overall forces are made a bit weak for use with the rhino.
Best way to solve the slippery feeling is to go to DCS special option and have a look in the F-4 options.
You can turn up FFB up to 500% for roll/pitch.
Mine are set so Roll 280% and pitch 190%.
This all with 95% spring set in VPconfig

I see the two PSUs you listed use 5.5x2.5mm cable connectors. Protomaker's parts list in the pdf ass

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