X-Panels
Panels for control systems in Boeing 737
Info:
Software for control systems in Boeing 737. You can use app on local or networked PC. App is written for best compatibility with Zibo 737 but it also works with others 737 (Ultimate 737). Default 737 aren't fully compatible. Panels don't use any textures, graphic interface is written with used vector graphics so panels are resolution independent and in any sizes will be looks good.
Remember: App is still in development and may have some bugs. If You saw some unusual behaviors write to me and send a logfile. Contact You may find on this page.
Features:
- works with: Zibo 737, Ultimate 737-900 (another 737 not tested, but if they're use the same DataRefs and commands it will be work)
- save and load separate panel positions in configuration files
- resolution independent (created with scalabe graphics)
- update checking
- no performance impact
- no required any plugins
- change panels background color
- implemented all Zibo 737 used functions for panel (unless I forgot something)
- up to 5 full configurable warning lights panels (from 1x1 to 13x13) 90% of warnings works (I can't find the others yet or not implemented)
Boeing 737 panels:
- MCP: Mode Control Panel
- EFIS: Electronic Flight Instrument System Capt & FO
- FMC: Flight Management Computer (Captain & First officer)
- FMC LCD: only display from FMC (Captain & First officer)
- Master Warnings Capt & FO
- Display Units Selector Capt & FO
- VHF Radio
- Transponder
- EDCP: Engine Display Control Panel
- Landing gear lights
- Landing gear lever
- NAV panel Capt & FO
- ADF panel Capt & FO
- Overheat / Fire Protection Panel
- Warning lights (up to 5 configurable panels)
- Capt. brightness
- Background Flood
- Lights
- Fuel
- Bus transfer
... more in future
All available panels
Mode Control Panel
FMC
EFIS
DU Selector
DU Selector FO
Landing gear lights
EDCP: Engine Display Control Panel
ADF Radio Panel
Landing gear lever
NAV Radio Panel
Transponder
VHF Radio
Fuel
Cpt. brightness
Background flood
Bus transfer
FMC Display
Lights
Overheat / Fire Protection Panel
Warning lights custom panels
Warning lights custom panels configuration
Plans for the future:
- Pneumatics
- AC & DC
- Ignition
- WXR if will be implemented
- and probably some others...
Video
Control Zibo 737 panels with X-Panels from networked PC
Photos
Few photos with working example
FAQ
1
Do I need any plugin installed in X-Plane?
- No, this is standalone application, You need only allow connection in firewall
2
Does it affect X-Plane performance
- No, application doesn't affect performance in any way
3
How to update app
- Replace files in folder with newly downloaded
4
How to import settings to newer version?
- Go to: Settings > All panels and You have button to open folder with actual saved configuration, then copy user.config file to the new version folder in c:\Users\(Your username)\AppData\Local\pw-dev\X-Panels*\ or save Your configuration to "Config" folder in app and load (after upgrade)
5
Can be used with touchscreen monitors or laptops/tablets with Windows?
- Work with touchscreens but I not tested
6
The panel won't open
- Check panel position in settings
7
App don't receive data
- Check Your firewall settings
Examples:
Connection setup
Examples for bigger screens
Night mode for all available panels
X-Panels with ZHSI
X-Panels with ZHSI
X-Panels with borders active
X-Panels with ZHSI
X-Panels with ZHSI
Some examples from my 10" netbook. Useful setups with another external apps like: ZHSI or XHSI
X-Panels: EFIS, MCP, VHF, Transponder, Cautions, DU Selector and FMC with XHSI
X-Panels: EFIS, MCP, DU selector with ZHSI
X-Panels: EFIS, MCP with XHSI + ZHSI
X-Panels: EFIS, MCP, VHF, Transponder, DU Selector and FMC with ZHSI
X-Panels: EFIS, MCP, FMC with ZHSI
