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Introduction
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Chapter 1 Installation
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Chapter 11 Procedures
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Introduction
General Characteristics
Primary function:
Contractor:
Power plant:
Crew:
Unit cost:
Inventory:
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Thrust:
Wingspan:
Length:
Height:
Weight:
Maximum takeoff weight:
Fuel capacity:
Speed:
Range:
Ceiling:
Armament:
Credits
We would like to take a moment first to thank the people involved on the project, from
the artists, developers, and Beta Testers. Not to mention all the countless customers
who show their support.
Texture Artist
Hank Essers
Mr. R
Jonathan Hilaire
Michel "COYOTTE" A.
Programming and Systems
Larry Zambrano, Razbam Sims
Flight Dynamics
Bernt Stolle
Sound
Military Sound Studio
Doug Dawson
Research
Jonathan Hilaire
Mr. R
Administration
Mr. R
Nick G. Vamis
Eric Halvorson
Michel "COYOTTE" A.
Special Thanks
Scott Gentile, A2A Simulations
Jon Blum and Chris Tracy, Vertical Reality Simulations
Topolo http://topolo.free.fr/mdv.htm
Jonathan Bleeker, Military Visualization
Pete Dowson http://www.schiratti.com/dowson.html
Chapter 1 Installation
Chapter 1
System Requirements
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Chapter 2
Once that is finished, Flight Simulator will finish loading, from there we will move into
assigning Keyboard/Joystick Mapping events and Loading the M2K-C.
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Chapter 2
FSX Event
Function
SHFT + CTRL +
SHFT + CTRL +
SHFT + CTRL +
SHFT + CTRL +
SHFT + C
SHFT + .
TDC Up (HOTAS)
TDC Down (HOTAS)
TDC Left (HOTAS)
TDC Right (HOTAS)
TDC Designation/Lock (HOTAS)
ENT
TAB
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Now the aircraft is loaded and in the sim. Depending on your Simulators settings with
loading an aircraft either already started and on the runway or cold and dark on the
tarmac. Please make sure you have "Advanced animations" checked in the Settings Display (Customize...) properties.
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This setting is important. Now it is not needed but recommended, since it is used in
various animations of the M2K-C landing lights, flight stick animation and a few others.
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 3
Throttle Control
The Mirage Throttle not only controls the aircraft's engine thrust. It also controls multiple
functions from Radar to Weapon selection and designation. There is also airbrake and radio
functions as well.
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Chapter 3
Ejection Seat
The M2K-C uses a Martin Baker Mk10 Ejection Seat.
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Chapter 4
General characteristics
Type:
Afterburning single-shaft turbofan
Length:
5,070 mm (199.60 in)
Diameter:
796 mm (31.33 in) inlet
Dry weight:
1,515 kg (3,340 lb)
Components
Compressor: 8-stage axial compressor
Combustors: annular
Turbine: 2-stage axial turbine
M53-5 - Used in the initial Mirage 2000C models.
Dry thrust: 54.0 kN (5,500 kgp / 12,230 lbf)
Afterburning thrust: 86.3 kN (8,800 kgp / 19,400 lbf)
M53-P2 - Used in later Mirage 2000C models and used to upgrade earlier models.
Dry thrust: 64.7 kN (6,600 kgp / 14,500 lbf)
Afterburning thrust: 95.1 kN (9,700 kgp / 21,400 lbf)
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Chapter 4
Engine Instruments
The Mirage's engine instruments consist of a total 3 indicators that display engine RPM and
temperature.
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Start Up Light
The Start Up is located on the upper right area of the main panel. When the engine is in start
mode the light will illuminate, once the engine is started the light will go out.
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Fuel System
Every aircraft needs a place to store the fuel needed for the flight. To get the fuel to the
engine under all circumstances and flight conditions the system is equipped with
multiple pumps, filters and valves.
The Mirage 2000C Fuel system consist of 7 internal fuel tanks. The internal fuel tanks in
the wings and fuselage have a capacity for 3,978 liters of fuel. The aircraft can carry an
additional fuel load using external fuel tanks to bring the total fuel capacity up to 9,000
liters.
The aircraft has aerial refueling capability using a detachable probe on the starboard
side just in front of the cockpit. During aerial refueling the Mirage 2000C has a slower
transfer refueling rate at 600kg/mn, this is due to the drogue refueling which has lower
pressure then a boom probe and doesn't need the aid of a Boom Operator.
Mirage's M53 engine, is fuel-efficient with a specific fuel consumption at 1.92 kg/kg.h
(M53-P2: 2.0kg/kg.h) with afterburning and 0.75 kg/kg.h (M53-P2: 0.9 kg/kg.h) at
maximum power setting.
In this section we will go into the Mirage 2000C fuel system. Including the internal and
external capacities, along with the pilot controls and aerial refueling setup in the Tac
Pack Manager.
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Fuel Quantity
Internal Tank Capacity
The Mirage 2000C Internal capacity of 3,978 liters=4340kg of JP-5 High Flash Point
Kerosene. This is primarily jet fuel for NATO Code F-44. There are in 7 different internal
fuel tanks with various capacities.
Description/Capacity
Centerline supersonic tank with 1,300 liters=960kg (340 US gal)
Wing subsonic tank with 1,700 liters=1580kg (450 US gal)
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Pilot Controls
Fuel Quantity Gauge
Displays the fuel weight and controls transfer of the fuel system.
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Once opened, you cannot close the dump valve. You will need to SET LOADOUT in the
Weapons Manager or Reset the flight in FSX.
Fuel Dump Time:
RP-522 = 2m30s
RP-541 = 4m
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Air Refueling
Setting Up VRS Tac pack Manager
To use the Aerial Refueling option, you must have Tac Pack installed to use the 5 AI Tanker
Aircraft that is part of the M2K-C. These Tankers vary with drogues or boom and wing pods.
When you open TPM (Tac Pack Manager) at the top Menu click "Tankers" Next you will need to
configure the Settings. First start from left to right, beginning with "Available Aircraft". Click the
drop down menu and Select "Boeing", you will see 5 AI Tankers from the Mirage product.
KC-135R AI Refueler 1 Boom 2 Drogues
KC-135R AI Refueler 1 Boom
C-135FR AI Refueler 1 Drogue
C-135FR AI Refueler 3 Drogues
KC-135R AI Refueler 1 Drogue
Select a tanker (Highlighted) then click "Copy to Tankers" button at the bottom.
Now it will be in the next column which is "Tanker Presets" Select the drop down menu of the
new tanker added and edit what information you would like to display including the ID and
TACAN channel used to contact.
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Depending on which Tanker you will use from boom to drogue or wing pods, you will need to
enter the "Drogue Offsets" of the left side of the "Tank Presets" Section.
Here are the exact values from the model geometry.
Center Drogue Offsets
X offset (m): 0.07 (Right/Left)
Y offset (m): -6.11 (Up/Down)
Z offset (m): -30.27 (Fore/Aft)
Center Boom Offsets
X offset (m): 0.00 (Right/Left)
Y offset (m): -6.11 (Up/Down)
Z offset (m): -30.27 (Fore/Aft)
Wing Drogue Offsets (Left/Right)
Depending if left or right wing pod, use a minus sign to indicate left wing pod in the X offset.
X offset (m):
Y offset (m):
Z offset (m):
18.95 (Right/Left)
-3.40 (Up/Down)
-31.38 (Fore/Aft)
Once you have your Drogue Offsets configured and TACAN Channel set, click "Save" and close
TPM and start FSX.
For information on Air to Air Refueling the M2K-C, please see Chapter 11 Procedures
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Chapter 6
Airspeed Indicator
The Air Speed Indicator displays the Aircraft's speed in knots and mach. The needle
rotates around the indicator to 800 Knots. While the mach wheel rotates underneath,
correlating to the knots' needle position to display the mach.
1.) Airspeed and mach needle Indicator 2.) Rotating Mach Wheel
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AOA Indicator
The AOA Indicator displays the Aircraft's Angle of Attack. With increments of 5, it
displays -2 to 32 degrees of AOA, with markings of 14 degree for optimal glide pitch.
The AOA Indicator also sounds alarm at different intervals. Depending the FBW's A/A
Payload switch located on the left Aux panel under the Emergency Jettison. Depending
on certain flight conditions an alarm will sound along with a caution light in the
Caution/Warning Advisory Panel located on the right auxiliary panel.
Mode
Description
A/A Mode
A/G Mode
Navigation Indicator
See Chapter 7
Navigation Indicator
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G Force Indicator
Displays the Gravity Force on the Aircraft and Pilot
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1.) Pelles/Shovels
Controls the Pelles/Shovels, To allow more air into the engine during high AOA and
above 25,000feet .
2.) Souris/Mach Cones
Extend at speeds over 1.2 mach to stop supersonic airspeed and shock cone in the
intake .
3.) BECS
Controls the maneuvering Slats that extend dependant on AOA and aircraft
configuration.
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5.) SPAD
6.) Gear Transition Lights
7.) Gear Indicator Lights
2.) DIRAV
Landing gear nose wheel system. This function is not simulated.
3.) CROSS
Hydraulic cross feed failure system .
4.) FREIN
Anti-Skid Brake failure. Controlled by the Anti-Skid Switch located on the left console near the
external lights.
5.) SPAD
Toe Brake Test.
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Autopilot
The Mirage 2000C autopilot system is used to control the trajectory without constant
'hands-on' control by pilot. The autopilot assists them in controlling the vehicle, allowing
them to focus on other aspects of operation, such as weapons delivery, weather and
systems. The Mirage 2000C autopilot has evolved significantly over time, from early
autopilots that merely held an attitude to the Mirage capable of performing automated
landings with a break off at 200ft AGL. The Mirage 2000C Autopilot unit is located on
the upper left main panel just under the glare shield along with controls located on the
flight stick and course selection with the Navigation Indicator .
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Fly By Wire
The Mirage 2000C Fly By Wire system is used to control the instability design of the
airframe's flight characteristics. The flight surfaces on the wings are composed of four
elevons and four leading edge slats. Its neutral point is in front of its center of gravity,
giving the fighter relaxed stability to enhance maneuverability. It incorporated negative
stability and fly-by-wire controls with four analog computers, designed in the mid to late
1970s.
There is a few Fly By Wire (FBW) systems included in Metal2Mesh Mirage. But this is
not a true FBW system that uses an external flight model and we are limited at this time
to develop such a system. Here are some components associated with the FBW
system.
FBW Panel
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Chapter 7
Navigation Systems
The Mirage 2000C uses the Sagem ULISS 52 (INS) system as its main navigational
equipment. It consists of 3 major pilot interface components. These components are the
Navigation Indicator, PCN/INS unit, and PSM/MIP unit. The Mirage 2000C also uses
TACAN, VOR and ILS, for other navigational aids.
Chapter 7
Navigation Indicator
The Navigation Indicator has various modes and is used to steer the aircraft to proper
heading via the course needle, or autopilot. The Navigation indicator also has built in
DME (Distance Measuring Equipment), and Compass heading rose and will work with
VOR, ILS and TACAN (VOR does not have DME ability). The Navigation indicator is
also connected to the PCN/INS and has multiple mode functions.
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The Direction Indicator Needles have various functions, the large needle is used in all
modes, while the thin needle is VOR only, and have florescent flags when not in use.
The Navigation Indicator Mode Selections are used to determine the functions and are
listed below.
Mode Selections
Cv Nav
Cm
NAV
TAC
VAD
TEL
Inertial Goal
Magnetic Declination
Navigation
TACAN Direction
Alternate Goal Direction
Target Heading
Each mode selection is determined by the Mode Selector - the lower right knob of the
Navigation Indicator. When you rotate the knob you will notice the indicator rotates
around the underside the compass rose to each specific mode marking. If the
Navigation indicator is not working or not in the proper mode, a bright orange florescent
flag will be displayed when not in use.
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PCN/INS Unit
The PCN/INS Unit is used to plot a course with latitude and longitude coordinates and
maintain it's known position throughout the flight . These coordinates must be entered
via the numeric key pad in a specific order. The PCN/INS must also go through an
alignment procedure to ensure the aircraft is properly positioned during the navigation.
The PCN/INS unit works in conjunction with the Navigation Indicator. The large needle
will provide steering cues to the next waypoint while the DME will display remaining
distance to waypoint.
LCD Display
This display has 3 parts and relays specific information determined by the parameters
and modes and operations set in the PCN/INS and also the PSM/MIP.
The top left section is North/ South Position or Altitude/Distance in Latitude, Feet, or
Nautical miles. The top right section displays East/West or Altitude/Distance in
Longitude or Kilometers. The lower left displays waypoint information.
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Parameter Selection
The Parameter is selected with the large multi-position rotating knob on the left side if
the PCN/INS Unit. The different parameters are designated to specific display
information and must be in the correct mode and operation setting with the PSM/MIP
Unit. The parameter are broken up into 3 sections/type.
There 2 types of waypoint data, the first is the Parameter Goals (BUT) which are nonvolatile (stored in memory) and can be retrieved if there is a loss of power. While the
other Alternative Goals (BAD), are volatile and can be loss if power failure occurs or the
PCN/INS is turned off via the PSM/MIP. Each waypoint Parameter store contains the
Latitude and Longitude, along with Altitude data.
The third section/type is display parameters used to show course information, Lat/Lon
position, altitude, glide scope, time, and ground speed depending on which parameter
you are set to. These parameters are as followed below.
Parameter
Description
RD/TD
L/G (BUT)
ALT (BUT)
Altitude
CP/DP
D/RLT
TR/VS
DV/FV
DEC
Magnetic Declination
L/G (BAD)
ALT (BAD).g
Alternate Altitude
P/
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Function Keys
Specific functions displayed with lights and touch buttons. These functions allow you to
alter between waypoints start and finish points, BUT and BAD waypoint positions and
set markers, or validate input commands. Here are the Function buttons information
below.
Function
Description
PREP
DEST
BAD
REC
Button/Light Retiming/Reset
MRC
Recon Marker
VAL
Description
EFF
INS
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Indicator Lights
Specific warning and status lights displayed to alert the pilot of operation and functions
of the PCN/INS. Here are the Indicator light information below.
Light
Description
PRET
Alignment Ready
ALN
Alignment in process
UNI
PCN/INS Failure
N.DEG
MIP
SEC
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PSM/MIP UNIT
The PSM/MIP unit is another interface and control unit for the PCN/INS. It's primary use
is to determine what modes, operations the PCN.INS will operate in either navigation,
alignment, testing, or maintenance.
Mode Selector
Selects the specific mode in which the PNC/INS will function. This is the main control of
the entire PCN/INS, from delegating the unit's power, standby, testing, alignment,
navigation, and emergency modes.
Mode
Description
SEC
Emergency Mode - In this mode the INS will not navigate but will
provide data from external sensors like Wind Direction, Ground Speed,
etc.
NAV
ALCM
ALN
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TST
CAL
VEI
AR
Operation Selector
The MIP is a cartridge used to load stored flight and mission plans preprogrammed.
There is a receptacle slot located in the middle of the PSM/MIP Unit. This is where you
would load your cartridge and also reset/clear data stored in the system.
Operation
Description
[N]
STS
DCI
CRV
MAIN
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8.) Once you entered the Altitude you will need to insert/enter by pressing INS button on
the keypad to lock it in.
9.) After you locked in the Altitude by pressing the INS on the keypad, you will see the
function button VAL light up and press that to validate the location and begin the
alignment process.
10.) To check and monitor that the alignment is working, you can turn the PSM/MIP
operation selector to STS and then will notice the countdown of the left integer and
increasing the right value to 100. The alignment will take up to 8 minutes to perform and
you should have a read out of "02.00.00 100" and the now the flashing ALN indicator
light will turn off and the PRET indicator light will come on, your alignment is complete.
11.) Once you completed the alignment on the PSM/MIP you can turn your operation
selector from STS back to [N] and the mode selector from ALN to NAV to begin the
waypoint loading the MIP (FSX Flight Planner) or manually enter in your waypoints via
the L/G parameter selection and the keypad on the PCN/INS unit.
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10.) After you locked in the Altitude by pressing the INS on the keypad, you will see the
function button VAL light up and press that to validate the location and begin the next
waypoint input process.
Each way point must be validated with both LON/LAT and ALT.
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**IMPORTANT**
When loading a Flight Plan, turn the PSM/MIP mode to VEI (Standby) and
back to NAV to ensure the flight plan is loaded correctly.
When inputting Lon Lat Coordinates, you must convert the FSX
Minutes.Decimal to Minutes.Seconds format. If you try to input the wrong
format the INS will not accept it and it will not store.
Formula to figure out the correct Seconds:
Coordinates such as this: N4123.82 E00445.23 Well that will never work,
and the INS will not accept them. Notice the ".82" in the Latitude, well there
is only 60 seconds in a minute. This can cause a problem. Even ".23" of the
Longitude is incorrect.
To get the seconds use the decimal part, in the example 0.82 and mutiply
by 60.
Example: 0.82 * 60 = 49.2 round off the 49.2 to 49.
So the actual and true Coordinates are N4123'49" E00445'18"
You can also use an online converter located here:
http://www.latlong.net/lat-long-dms.html
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VOR
VOR (VHF Omni Directional Radio Range) is a type of short-range radio navigation
system for aircraft, enabling aircraft with a receiving unit to determine their position by
receiving radio signals transmitted by a network of fixed ground radio beacons.
It uses frequencies in the very high frequency (VHF) band from 108 to 117.95 MHz.
Developed for Commercial and General Aviation. The Mirage 2000C does not rely on
the VOR as its primary source for navigation. DME is not displayed with the VOR.
ILS
ILS (Instrument Landing System) is a radio beam transmitter that provides a direction
and glide scope for approaching aircraft that tune their receiver to the ILS frequency.
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TACAN
TACAN also known as tactical air navigation system. TACAN is a navigation system
used by military aircraft. It provides the user with bearing and distance (slant-range) to a
ground, ship-borne, or aerial refueling station. This is the main control of the entire
TACAN, from delegating the unit's power and navigation modes.
Mode
Description
OFF
REC
T/R
A/A
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108.00
108.05
108.10
108.15
108.20
108.25
108.30
108.35
108.40
108.45
108.50
108.55
108.60
108.65
108.70
108.75
108.80
108.85
108.90
108.95
109.00
109.05
109.10
109.15
109.20
109.25
109.30
109.35
109.40
109.45
109.50
109.55
109.60
109.65
109.70
109.75
109.80
109.85
109.90
109.95
110.00
110.05
110.10
110.15
110.20
110.25
110.30
110.35
110.40
110.45
110.50
110.55
MHz
43X
43Y
44X
44Y
45X
45Y
46X
46Y
47X
47Y
48X
48Y
49X
49Y
50X
50Y
51X
51Y
52X
52Y
53X
53Y
54X
54Y
55X
55Y
56X
56Y
57X
57Y
58X
58Y
59X
59Y
70X
70Y
71X
71Y
72X
72Y
73X
73Y
74X
74Y
75X
75Y
76X
76Y
77X
77Y
78X
78Y
110.60
110.65
110.70
110.75
110.80
110.85
110.90
110.95
111.00
111.05
111.10
111.15
111.20
111.25
111.30
111.35
111.40
111.45
111.50
111.55
111.60
111.65
111.70
111.75
111.80
111.85
111.90
111.95
112.00
112.05
112.10
112.15
112.20
112.25
112.30
112.35
112.40
112.45
112.50
112.55
112.60
112.65
112.70
112.75
112.80
112.85
112.90
112.95
113.00
113.05
113.10
113.15
MHz
79X 113.20
79Y 113.25
80X 113.30
80Y 113.35
81X 113.40
81Y 113.45
82X 113.50
82Y 113.55
83X 113.60
83Y 113.65
84X 113.70
84Y 113.75
85X 113.80
85Y 113.85
86X 113.90
86Y 113.95
87X 114.00
87Y 114.05
88X 114.10
88Y 114.15
89X 114.20
89Y 114.25
90X 114.30
90Y 114.35
91X 114.40
91Y 114.45
92X 114.50
92Y 114.55
93X 114.60
93Y 114.65
94X 114.70
94Y 114.75
95X 114.80
95Y 114.85
96X 114.90
96Y 114.95
97X 115.00
97Y 115.05
98X 115.10
98Y 115.15
99X 115.20
99Y 115.25
100X 115.30
100Y 115.35
101X 115.40
101Y 115.45
102X 115.50
102Y 115.55
103X 115.60
103Y 115.65
104X 115.70
104Y 115.75
MHz
105X
105Y
106X
106Y
107X
107Y
108X
108Y
109X
109Y
110X
110Y
111X
111Y
112X
112Y
113X
113Y
114X
114Y
115X
115Y
116X
116Y
117X
117Y
118X
118Y
119X
119Y
120X
120Y
121X
121Y
122X
122Y
123X
123Y
124X
124Y
125X
125Y
126X
126Y
115.80
115.85
115.90
115.95
116.00
116.05
116.10
116.15
116.20
116.25
116.30
116.35
116.40
116.45
116.50
116.55
116.60
116.65
116.70
116.75
116.80
116.85
116.90
116.95
117.00
117.05
117.10
117.15
117.20
117.25
117.30
117.35
117.40
117.45
117.50
117.55
117.60
117.65
117.70
117.75
117.80
117.85
117.90
117.95
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Communication Systems
The Mirage 2000C uses the TRT ERA 7000 V/UHF com transceiver, TRT ERA 7200
UHF/ EAS secure voice com.
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VTH/ HUD
The Visualisation tte haute (VTH) or also known as the Head Up Display (HUD). The
VE-130 Head-up Displays visual cues and information important to the Aircraft's
information. Used for flight, targeting, and navigation cues for the pilot to see during the
modes/operations of the aircraft.
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2.) EFF
Erases function displays from being projected .
10.) Baro/Radar/Height
Selects the Aircrafts display on the VTH/HUD's with either barometric, radar, and selected
height range in the Altitude information.
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VTH/HUD Modes
Navigation Modes
When operating the Mirage 200C, There is a some basic modes that combine to make up the
Navigation Mode. These modes are for Take Off, ILS, and INS Route. The Mirage 2000C
VTH/HUD will not be the primary navigation information source to use during navigational
operation. The HUD will display some cues to make sure your attention is set outside of the
aircraft while occasionally looking down at the Flight Instruments.
INS
ILS
SYN RWY
Note: If Synthetic Runway does not show up, you will need download 3rd Party Program.
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VTH/HUD Modes
Air to Air Modes
When operating in air superiority or interception operations, the Air to Air modes use unique
display modes on the HUD, to each specific weapon. They do not follow a general display mode
like the Air to Surface Modes discussed later in the Chapter. The modes covered under the Air
to Air section consist of the Cannon, IR and SAHR Missile weapons.
LCOS
GDS In Range
GDS Closing
calculate.
The target is not close enough for the GDS to calculate
round impact.
The target is closer, displayed by the reducing arch as it
gets closer.
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Not Ready
Seek
Locked
No Escape Zone
Not Ready -
Seek -
Locked -
No Escape Zone -
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Not Ready
Seek
Locked
Not Ready -
Seek -
Locked -
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1.) CCIP
This mode controls the release of the Air to Surface weapons. There are multiple weapons that
can drop with this mode. In the Weapons Command Manager (PCA) and (PPA) you can select
the specific bombs to be released. Constantly Computed Impact Point (CCIP) is a calculation
provided by a weapon's sighting system. It is a predicted point of impact found from the launch
platform's movement, the target's movement, gravity, projectile launch velocity, projectile drag,
and other factors that can be entered. This mode is also used for GBU release when
Designated by Laser Designator (Buddy Lasing).
CCIP Release
CCIP Break
Depending on the weapon, BLI - BFI - EL1 displayed in the Weapons Command
Manager (PCA) and (PPA) by simply pressing the desired weapon station, will by default, bring
up the CCIP mode in the VTH/HUD. From there depending on altitude, speed, and pitch angle
the computer will determine the impact point displayed on the VTH/HUD.
There are a few safety limits on which the release is not allowed. The first one is a PULL UP
cue that calculates the blast limits of the impact with aircraft position. The second is if the
aircraft banks more than 20 the VTH/HUD will flash X to break off the attack.
You can also specify Release and timing/distance options in the PPA. To release bombs by
pressing the Trigger (MICROB) on your Flight Control Stick.
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2.) CCRP
This mode is more complicated and requires input from the pilot to configure it's designation and
release point. Continuously Computed Release Point (CCRP) is a technique used for bombs
and goes one step further. When a goal is designated and is flown right over it, CCRP can allow
the pilot to release the weapon during level flight and at higher altitudes.
To Initiate CCRP after selecting the desired Air to Surface weapon such as BLI - BFI EL1 in the PCA. The Mode configuration setting will display the radar configuration PI
by selecting this mode, the CCRP mode displays a special Vector Velocity/Flight Path Marker.
The designation are inputted 2 ways, by entering the geographical coordinates/location using
the PCN/INS or by a TDC (Target Designator Cursor) by pressing CTRL + SHFT + to
move the TDC displayed on the VTH/HUD as well in the VTB/HDD. Depending on which way
you designate ZBI selected allows targeting with the TDC ZBI NOT selected uses
PCN/INS waypoint.
Designation
Steer
Release
Designation -
Steer -
After the target is designated and locked. You will notice the
CCRP now displays steering cues extending from Vector
Velocity/Flight Path Marker. Depending on the target range
a drop cue will start to slowly move up displaying when to
release the weapon.
Release -
The Drop cue gets closer upwards under the CCRP Vector
Velocity/Flight Path Marker. When the Drop cue is level with
the Steering cue, this will indicate when you will release the
weapon by pressing the trigger (MICROB) on your flight
control stick.
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VTH/HUD Symbology
Navigation Symbology
1.) Airspeed/Mach
2.) Course Heading
3.) Energy Chevron
4.) Flight Path Marker
5.) Horizon Line
6.) Pitch Degree Bars
ILS Symbology
1.) Airspeed/Mach
2.) Course Heading
MagicII Symbology
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CCRP Symbology
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VTB/HDD
The Visualisation tte basse (VTB) or also known as the Head Down Display (HDD).
The VMC-180 head-down displays important Radar along with Navigation, Objective
Designation and load out information. Here is the different controls/settings that will
allow you to control the functions of the display. Please refer to Radar Display for the
different Radar Modes and Objective Designation for input data.
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Objective Designation
The Objective Designation is used for when AWAC/ Forward controllers coordinate
targets for the Mirage 2000C in the theater of operations. The AWAC/Forward controller
will designate specific information to the pilot to manually input into the VTB with the 8
(4 on each side) switches to designate the target. This function is not simulated.
VTB Switch
Function
DEB - FIN
After entering the Target's designation, the pilot can then go through specific goals, each goal
the VTB/HDD will display the Target's T information (Bearing and Time to target) so the pilot
may complete his goal.
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1.) Illumination
2.) Rearm
3.) Radar Function Select (Power)
4.) Radar Sub-mode Select/Indicator
5.) Radar Map Presentation
6.) Afterglow Level Selector
7.) Range Scan Select
8.) A/A Modes Select
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2.) Rearm
Rearm Button.
Radar OFF
Radar Warm Up
Radar Stand By
AC
DEC
VISU
MP
BA
BT
9.) PSIC
Air to Air Radar Mode.
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Radar Display
This section will explain the Radar display format and symbols commonly used within the
Radar Modes. These will help you understand the functions and how to read the Radar
display.
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11.) TDC
Target Designation Cursor used for the targeting of the CCRP.
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Radar Modes
The Radar is a complex antenna with azimuth and elevation adjustment. With full
azimuth of 60 degree angle takes approximately 2 seconds to do a full sweep. The
Radar can track up to 8 targets with limited return on closure and bearing.
When a target is out of range or azimuth, the target will change color(Yellow), indicating
it is not tracked. It will be displayed for 8 seconds with last known predicted displayed
course, do not confuse this for a locked target.
Radar Tracking
Radar Tracking
Display is when the Radar is on and scanning. In this mode you will see targets indicated by a
box and arrow showing approximate direction/bearing.
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To load the Weapons or other options simply click the desired box and press "SET LOADOUT"
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To set press the right knob once, this will unlock the 4 left knobs. Once you select the desired
frequency code. You must then press the right knob again to lock and close the manager. If you
do not lock the code, it will not be set for the GBU.
NOTE* The VRS F/A-18E Super Bug's default code is 1111.
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PCA
The PCA default mode is NAV mode, there is no "Master Mode" function and when the
PCA is armed you simply select the weapon to use and the VTH/HUD will display
automatically.
On the PCA the top row of buttons and displays are for configurations of the aircraft
depending on the weapon selected. Other functions/modes are used to assist the
aircraft's operation even if the PCA is in the safe state. When a mode or weapon is
selected, the button will illuminate with a S. Once the weapon is ready the same button
will illuminate a P.
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TAS
- Tlmtrie Air Sol - (AS) - Radar Air to Ground Ranging (most accurate mode)
OBL
- Radar INS Calibration - The aircraft uses this mode in the default AA and NAV mode.
Designate a waypoint through the HUD to correct INS drift.
- R550 MagicII
- Super 530D
- External Fuel Tank
- MK-82
- MK-82 SE High Drag Bomb
- GBU-12
- Rocket Pod
- AS-37Armat
- AS-39 Exocet
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PPA
The PPA controls the weapon's release configuration and mode.
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VEI/Standby
Unknown
RWR Status
Detection Depart Missile
Jammer Status
2.) BR
4.) D2M
6.) Jamming Strength
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3/2
- Three release pulses on the left dispenser. Two release pulses on the right
dispenser per key press
- Three release pulses on the left and right dispensers.
3/3
3/4
2
- Three release pulses on the left dispenser. Four release pulses on the right
dispenser.
- Two release pulses on both dispensers.
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IFF Transponder
The Mirage 2000C is equipped with a LMT NRAI-7A IFF transponder. Used to Identify
Friend or Foe.
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3.)Ident/Mic Switch
This function is not simulated.
11.) MC Select
This function is not simulated.
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Engine Startup
Starting the SNECMA M53 Engine
1.) COUPE FUE/Fire Extinguisher Switch: Closed.
2.) Turn on BP/Fuel Pumps "G" and "D" to "M"
3.) Wait for the BP lights to turn OFF.
4.) Ignition/Ventilation Switch: Select either "G"(Left) or "D"(Right) For the GPU (Ground
Power Unit) connection to supply the Aircraft with electrical starting power.
5.) Lift the Startup BP/Fuel Pump &Starter Button Cover (Check that the pump switch
Startup BP/Fuel Pump in switched to ON).
6.) Starter Button: Press, the startup sequence lasts about 30 seconds. Starter light
will illuminate during Start up and shut off when running.
At 10% RPM
7.) Throttle to IDLE, monitor Engine Instruments (N and Tt7).
8.) HUILE, Tt7, BPG, BPD, HYD1 and HYD2 lights will turn OFF.
9.) ALT1 ALT2 lights (If clicked) go off around 40% RPM
10.) Ignition/Ventilation Switch: Return to "VENT" To disconnect GPU.
Disconnect Power Cart.
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6.) The RDO Button will cage the Missile's seeker to the Radar, It will display "S"
7.) Set HOTAS Trigger to Active.
8.) Follow the range scale in the HUD and what for the SHOOT cue "TIR" in the HUD
9.) Keep the HUD target cue pointed at the target, this is a semi-active homing radar, to
ensure a hit.
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CCIP
1.) Arm the PCA(Weapons Panel).
2.) Select BLI or BFI in the PCA(Weapons Panel).
3.) Set HOTAS Trigger to Active.
3.) Follow Reticle to desire target and release with Trigger(MICROB).
CCRP
4.) Select PI on the PCA(Weapons Panel) to bring up the CCRP FPM(Flight Path
Marker).
5.) Select Target
a.) ZBI Selected - Move the Cursor in the VTH/VTB
b.) ZBI Not Selected - Uses selected DEST waypoint number in the
PCN(INS).
You should see the Cross(Reticle) displaying the location of the target if in sight.
6.) Lock/Designate Target - The steering and drop cue are now present.
7.) Follow the Steering cue until Drop Cue is level with the Steer Cue.
8.) Release weapon using the Trigger(MICROB) when Drop cue moves up level with
the Steering cue.
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Performance Charts
Note: These are NOT real-life performance charts, but just estimations of the Mirage
2000C used for Falcon 4.0/BMS. Special Thank You to Topolo for the use of these
Charts.
These charts can help you understand and fly the Mirage 2000C to estimated
performance envelopes set forth by the designers.
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