boeing_callouts_fsx.zip..

[vomacka]

I recently downloaded boeing_callouts_fsx.zip from here and have been using it to see how well it works.

 

I noticed that the callouts do not match what my altimeter says. As an example, I will get a verbal "callout" of "2500" when my altimeter says 2800. I also know that it will take into consideration the landing gear, but this is a 300FT difference?

I have adjusted my altimeter settings for the correct barometric pressure. (29.XX)

 

Here is the .XML code for CALLOUT2500.xml:

_____________________________________________________

 

Type="AceXML"

version="1,0"

id="CALLOUT2500">

AceXML Document

CALLOUT2500.xml

0.000,0.000

999999

 

minute) 0 L:CA_Sound08) }

________________________________________________________

 

I'm not sure about the "2515, 2510" numbers. I assume they are the altitude "triggers" that the callout goes by?

 

Any ideas?

 

Scott

[mrzippy]

I think that these callout act as a radar altimeter not a barometric one. The 2500 feet call out may be happening as you fly over hilly terrain. Barometer altitude is 3000 feet but the callout happens while you fly over terrain that's really 2500 feet below your aircraft.

 

That's my guess!;)

[budreiser]

Mr. Zippy might have a good point. One way to check that out is make an over water approach to a runway, or approach any runway at KMSY. It's very near sea level.

[silverheels2]

I think that these callout act as a radar altimeter not a barometric one. The 2500 feet call out may be happening as you fly over hilly terrain. Barometer altitude is 3000 feet but the callout happens while you fly over terrain that's really 2500 feet below your aircraft.

 

That's my guess!;)

 

Definitely correct. The callouts are AGL not pressure altitude.

[vomacka]

Aaahhh... So that's the reason! Now I got it!

 

Thanks for the explanation and clarification guys. Much appreciated!

 

Scott