[simpits-tech] EPIC USB Resources

[Gene Buckle]

> I am building a full size locomotive simulator using actual locomotive
> controls and components. Although my simulator never leaves the ground, I
> think what I am doing is very similar to what everyone here does with
> flight simulators. Let's face it, controls are controls.
>
That is *so* cool.  Do you have a website up with pics?

 
> 1. Are there resources available on the EPIC USB? I have all of the
> documentation from R&R and Flight Link's web site. I am looking for
> information on other manufacturer's interface cards for the EPIC bus or
> possibly details on the EPIC bus so that I might create my own interfaces. 
>
There isn't much online right now, but you can contact Ralph Robinson, the
creator of EPIC at rrelect@mindspring.com.  He's VERY helpful.
 
> 2. Is there more information on EPL for the USB? I have read through the
> documentation that came with it and I am wondering if there is more
> information out there geared towards the USB version.
>
You might want to check out Ray's website at
http://www.avsim.com/bluesideup - he's got some good EPL examples.

You should also check out http://www.mindspring.com/~rrelect

g.

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