I've been having issues with the VKB adapter, I've tried connecting it to the MK1 Blackbox and MK2 B

I've been having issues with the VKB adapter, I've tried connecting it to the MK1 Blackbox and MK2 Blackbox, and flashed them accordingly, but I can't use the KG12 grip or the TM Warthog grip (w/VKB adapter)

ToreDL87OP•12/10/24, 11:12 PM

The red "Stick" light on the blackbox keeps flashing.
And obviously I can't ask VKB for help here, the adapter is VPForce after all, so I was just curious what the procedure is here.

ToreDL87OP•12/10/24, 11:47 PM

This adapter specifically.

ToreDL87OP•12/10/24, 11:47 PM

The blackbox just keeps blinking red which makes sense because it doesnt have a VKB base connected to it, but even with the KG12 firmware uploaded it wont detect the buttons either.

ToreDL87OP•12/10/24, 11:48 PM

So how is it envisioned that this VKB adapter is gonna work?

TToreDL87 I've been having issues with the VKB adapter, I've tried connecting it to the MK...

HazardRisk•12/11/24, 7:29 AM

Does it work with original GF base?

HHazardRisk Does it work with original GF base?

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 7:33 AM

Affirmative, and the Thrustmaster Warthog grip with VKB adapter also works on the original GF base.
I just got it working 2AM last night (which is why I was unable to update here, I was dead tired)

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 7:34 AM

Had to choose the right grip in this here window

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 7:34 AM

It had nothing to do with VPForce, it's just fiddly VKB stuff as always

VPforceBot•12/11/24, 2:01 PM

:package:

RHINO #0829 Has Shipped!

TToreDL87 This adapter specifically.

Col. Sanders•12/11/24, 2:52 PM

What rev version is your adapter?

Col. Sanders•12/11/24, 2:54 PM

What game are you playing and the stick shows up in the vkb config app?

CCol. Sanders What rev version is your adapter?

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 3:00 PM

Unsure which rev version, I got the Rhino and adapter in 2023. Here's a screenshot of the BOT message, though it doesn't state which rev version the adapter is either:

CCol. Sanders What rev version is your adapter?

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 3:01 PM

Important to note I did get it working last night

Col. Sanders•12/11/24, 3:04 PM

Ok great, based on timing you should have the rev b. Which is compatible with your black box 2. Hence able to get it to work.

CCol. Sanders Ok great, based on timing you should have the rev b. Which is compatible with yo...

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 3:29 PM

Yeah I thought something was off when the orange box didn't work either, so I delved deeper into the unknowns of VKB software & firmware and was able to get it working.

FFlintlocke Hi guys, quick question: Does anybody use the Rhino with the WinWing F16EX with ...

sith1144•12/11/24, 3:35 PM

I have this exact combo but I havent actually installled the shaker kit lol. I just like that it looks like an F-16 stick so much... one of these days ill probably pop it on. the extra buttons are nice for Il-2

Ssith1144 I have this exact combo but I havent actually installled the shaker kit lol. I j...

ToreDL87OP•12/11/24, 3:37 PM

Can chime in I've run multiple FFB peripherals at once, Jetseat + Rhino + MSFFB2, and it works, all the device needs is the game to keep sending out the data any given FFB/shaker needs and it should work, doesnt matter how many ffb units are connected

sith1144•12/11/24, 3:38 PM

I dont think the winwing shaker kit has much to do with FFB?

sith1144•12/11/24, 3:39 PM

anyway I found the rumble/shaker stuff on the Rhino itself to be more than sufficient, I see no real need to add a little shaker module to the grip

sith1144•12/11/24, 3:39 PM

just do it for the extra buttons n switches

Ssith1144 just do it for the extra buttons n switches

Flintlocke•12/11/24, 4:47 PM

Cheers, yeah I don't really give a toss about the shaker I just wanted the extra buttons to work.

Flintlocke•12/11/24, 4:48 PM

So close, only about a month to go according to the bot

sith1144•12/11/24, 4:55 PM

Yeah they'll work

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fastfreddyisfast•12/11/24, 5:36 PM

Yes, please do. I can't see how to exit it...

Alighierian•12/11/24, 5:38 PM

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Mike T•12/12/24, 11:32 PM

anyone has a step or igs file for the FFB Mainboard to use in a cad design pls?

andyn•12/13/24, 7:51 AM

I had to modify the VKB adapter because it as-is would not reach the pogo pins on my MCG Ultimate grip and while tinkering I noticed the hole runs through the whole adapter block, which made me think... Is it possible to remove the mini-DIN connector and route the grip-to-Blackbox cable through the whole base?

VPforceBot•12/13/24, 1:01 PM

:package:

RHINO #0834 Has Shipped!

VPforceBot•12/13/24, 1:01 PM

:package:

RHINO #0830 Has Shipped!

VPforceBot•12/13/24, 1:01 PM

:package:

RHINO #0831 Has Shipped!

VPforceBot•12/13/24, 1:01 PM

:package:

RHINO #0832 Has Shipped!

VPforceBot•12/13/24, 1:01 PM

:package:

RHINO #0833 Has Shipped!

MMike T anyone has a step or igs file for the FFB Mainboard to use in a cad design pls?

smitty•12/13/24, 3:24 PM

Rhino_PCB.STEP249.87KB

Youtch•12/13/24, 5:20 PM

Let me start saying that I totally love Rhino FFB. I totally love what it adds in term of immersion. Unfortunately I ran lately into an issue with IL2, which is happening quite often. The stick would suddenly shut down out of nowhere in a middle of a combat, making the distinctive sound as if it was shut off by pressing the button. Then I push the button and turn it on, and it starts working again. During the operation, I usually crash, as I loose all controls which is really frustrating. Any idea what might cause this? This is quite annoying. Many thanks in advance.

Fissy•12/13/24, 5:21 PM

Yeah something similar might have happened to me as well

Fissy•12/13/24, 5:22 PM

Frustrating since the only way to get ffb back in dcs after jt happens is to reslot

Ssmitty Click to see attachment

Mike T•12/13/24, 7:17 PM

Thanks Smitty!

Number481•12/14/24, 3:10 AM

TelemFFB Update v20241213

Some bug fixes and general enhancements. QoL update for MSFS24 users tired of random telemetry during menu transition and cut scenes. Does not solve all of the issues but helps a lot. Thanks @smitty for finding the simvars being used to catch these conditions.

General

General UI optimization
- Lighter weight UI theme
- Effect IDs visible in effects monitor (to match effect IDs visible in configurator debug tab)
"Keep forces on Pause" feature now honors all active spring/damper/inertia/friction effects
DCS
Option added in system settings to disable export script checking/auto-install for those using non-standard save games locations
IL-2
Improved effect management during IL2 game window focus loss
Added IL-2 system settings option to leave effects running during window focus loss. Can assist with effect tuning but may lead to odd behavior and/or stuck effects
Added discrete effect settings for gunfire/rocket/bomb (was previously a single "weapon release" effect)
MSFS
Work around some of the active telemetry issues in MSFS2024 when in menus, avatar mode and cinematic cut scenes
Added many basic profiles for default MSFS2024 aircraft
"Axis Control" now enabled by default

NNumber481 # TelemFFB Update v20241213 Some bug fixes and general enhancements. QoL update...

LeLv30_Superbus•12/14/24, 11:37 AM

All important improvents, all of them relevant to me as I got just back into IL-2 and also fly a career in MSFS2024, thank you, Sir!

Boogie | 403•12/15/24, 5:05 PM

I’ve been lurking here for a couple of months watching my Rhino order get closer and closer. I’m currently using the WinWing Super Libra w/ extension and the WW Hornet grip. Once my Rhino ships I’ll be selling the Super Libra, but my question is whether to retain my WW Hornet grip to use with the Rhino, or pickup a Thrustmaster Hornet grip. In other words, adapter or no adapter, or do either of these grips work better or more recommended for use with the Rhino? I’m happy with my WW grip, but the TM grip is nearly the same, so would just prefer to go with the better option from the start.

BBoogie | 403 I’ve been lurking here for a couple of months watching my Rhino order get closer...

Zrad•12/15/24, 7:20 PM

Honestly if you like the winwing grip I’d stay with it unless you really wanted to try something different. From what I’ve seen from winwing, the switches and trigger is already pretty tactile, so I’m not sure if the TM grip will really be that much more advantageous. I went straight to a Tianhang grip for my first hornet grip and really enjoy its feel and tactility, but that’s another $300+

Boogie | 403•12/15/24, 7:31 PM

Thanks for the feedback. I was really just wondering about the best integration with the Rhino. But if they all need adaptors anyway, I guess it wouldn’t matter. I do like the WinWing grip

TrigaNZ•12/15/24, 8:18 PM

WW for sure.

BBoogie | 403 Thanks for the feedback. I was really just wondering about the best integration ...

Scarlet•12/15/24, 8:39 PM

I have the same gear and it works great. You likely won't need the WW extension on top of the Rhino adapter

907basebal•12/15/24, 8:54 PM

Anyone have a link to this discord channel? The link currently doesn’t work. I’m trying to find the files for the ACES II seat. Or if anyone knows where to find those files?

ZZrad Honestly if you like the winwing grip I’d stay with it unless you really wanted ...

Boogie | 403•12/15/24, 9:45 PM

Whoa I’ve never seen the Tianhang before. Intriguing. I may have to utilize my go-to excuse of “well, I’m already spending this much. May as well spend more”

BBoogie | 403 Whoa I’ve never seen the Tianhang before. Intriguing. I may have to utilize my g...

Zrad•12/15/24, 9:58 PM

If you’ve got the coin, you can never have too many grips in your collection!

Austringer•12/16/24, 2:53 AM

The thrustmaster module that VPForce sells, can I build a joystick using that module and then use it on Virpil since they suppor the TM protocol?

VPforceBot•12/16/24, 12:32 PM

:package:

RHINO #0835 Has Shipped!

AAustringer The thrustmaster module that VPForce sells, can I build a joystick using that mo...

Austringer•12/16/24, 3:15 PM

I'd like to make a few grips, but It would be really awesome if I could use the grips I make on my Virpil bases as well.

General

General UI optimization

Lighter weight UI theme
Effect IDs visible in effects monitor (to match effect IDs visible in configurator debug tab)

"Keep forces on Pause" feature now honors all active spring/damper/inertia/friction effects

DCS

Option added in system settings to disable export script checking/auto-install for those using non-standard save games locations

IL-2

Improved effect management during IL2 game window focus loss

Added IL-2 system settings option to leave effects running during window focus loss. Can assist with effect tuning but may lead to odd behavior and/or stuck effects

Added discrete effect settings for gunfire/rocket/bomb (was previously a single "weapon release" effect)

MSFS

Work around some of the active telemetry issues in MSFS2024 when in menus, avatar mode and cinematic cut scenes

Added many basic profiles for default MSFS2024 aircraft

"Axis Control" now enabled by default

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MSFS

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