Getting started
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The SimHub Motion Addon is an addon that takes advantage of the wide range of simulators supported by SimHub. A dedicated license is required to use the addon in addition to SimHub licence.
For evaluation purposes, limited-time sessions are available so you can test it and judge for yourself.
The SimHub motion addon can be enabled in a few simple steps
Download and install the latest Simhub from https://www.simhubdash.com/download-2/
Once SimHub is installed and running go into "Add / Remove features" in the left menu
Enable the motion addon
The motion Add-on is now enabled, you can find it in the left menu !
If you already own a SimHub and an Addon licence you can follow the instructions here to activate it
It's now time to configure your platform.
Go into the motion addon
Click on Configure your platform
The configuration assistant will now start
The platform is described as a primary geometry and "accessories." At this stage, even if your setup uses multiple controllers or devices, just select all the options you own (e.g., 3DOFs + traction loss + belt tensioner) and click OK.
A few examples:
An Eracing Lab RSMEGA+ is a 3DOFs 4-corner platform.
A DOF Reality H3 platform is a 2DOFs left/right setup with a dedicated rear traction loss axis.
To maintain correct geometry, only a single primary geometry (3DOFs/2DOFs) is supported. Stacked setups, such as a seat mover on top of a 3DOFs platform, are not supported.
A list of standard controllers will be displayed. Pick the one you need. If you require multiple controllers, select the first one you need and validate (you can add more controllers later).
Some additional controller presets are available separately for warranty or licensing reasons. You can download them from https://github.com/SHWotever/SimHubMotionPresets.
If you own any discontinued Thanos controllers (MDBOX, Nano, etc.), please use the Thanos AMC Open Hardware Controller.
Dof Reality M2/H2/H3/P2/P3 are using a standard SMC3 controller.
Congratulations ! You have now "created" your motion platform. It's time to give it the informations it needs !
It's now time to complete the last essential steps before getting your platform running.
The following instructions may vary slightly depending on the specific controller used and its features. The steps must be repeated for each controller.
If your setup requires multiple controllers, you can add them now using the "Add new controller" button.
Most controllers use a serial port for communication.
If you're unsure which port to use, simply unplug and plug back your controller's USB cable to see which port appears and disappears.
Click on "Edit Axis Assignment" and assign each output of your controller to the corresponding axis and direction (reverse if necessary).
If you're unsure about the direction of an axis, you can test it in the next step.
It's extremely important to verify the directions of all the axes on this screen.
During testing, they must move in the direction specified in the legend. SimHub assumes you configure them correctly. If any directions are incorrect, close and adjust the reverse direction in the previous screen, then try again.
Pay special attention to the directions of the TRACTION LOSS, SURGE, and 2DOFs Left and Right axes (e.g., seat movers).
It's now time to specify your platform and actuators dimensions. This step ensures two main objectives:
Accurate reproduction of real angles and distances.
Avoidance of frame over-constraints: incorrect geometry and dimensions can "twist" your simulator, which we want to avoid!
For all parts of your motion platform, ensure the dimensions and actuator stroke are set accurately.
All dimensions are expressed in millimeters !
The belt is a special axis that only works in percentages, so no dimensions are required. A specific calibration assistant is provided.
You can now activate your motion platform by clicking "Enable Motion".
At this point, nothing will move. SimHub will only connect to the controller and check the configuration integrity.
You can now open the manual control panel and test all your orientations,Pitch, roll, belt, heave ...
If any axis moves in the wrong direction, please revisit Assign all the axis
You can now, close all the dialogs
Before taking your first "ride", it's highly recommended to reduce the gain to 40~50%. The motion will be intentionally dampened, but it's easier to handle weak motion than motion that's too strong.
Increase the gain progressively as you gain confidence and experience.
You are now ready to start and test your game.
If you made a mistake during the setup, or simply added / changed some hardware you can reconfigure it easily.
Use the output settings button to enter the configuration dialog
Most of the settings will be locked if the motion platform is active, click on "Disable motion" to get access to all the settings
Click on "Reconfigure platform layout"
Click on "Add new controller"
Open the controller you need and click on delete controller
