SERVICE UPDATE 1 29JUL04 0600Z =================================== PATCH NOTES: ============ This is SERVICE UPDATE 1 for the PMDG 737-800/900. This Update addresses the following items as reported to PMDG by operators of th e 737-800/900: 1) Eliminates a data corruption problem that was responsible for Unplanned engin e flameouts 2) Eliminates a data corruption problem that was responsible for Unexplainable e lectrical losses (lights/radios/etc) 3) Eliminates a code problem that would cause the battery to die, thus triggerin g electrical problems. 4) Eliminates a code problem that would cause the generators to become unrespons ive to the switches. 5) Eliminates a code problem that would cause certain types of asynchronous beha vior in the lighting system. 6) Enhanced behavior for holding pattern entry. 7) Enhanced behavior for holding pattern exit. 8) Algorithmic track calculation for wind correction angle in holds. (Airplane " learns" during holding.) 9) Corrected errors in Cost Index Model 10) Corrected Generator Disconnect Switch behavior. 11) Updated behavior of electrical bus switching/protection logic. 12) Updated generator logic and battery behavior 13) Updated fuel system behavior to eliminate potential problems with fuel imbal ance 14) CDU Action keys included in keyboard commands 15) Eliminated SPD REF selection CTD problem 16) LOC Back Course tracking fixed 17) Eliminated bug that causes CTD during aircraft changes.
These updates will enhance your 737-600/700/800/900 aircraft.
INSTALL NOTES: ============== 1) You MUST have PMDG 737 THE NEXT GENERATION 800/900 Version 1.00 installed pri or to installing this update! 2) This installation will not corrupt your PMDG 737 installed liveries. 3) If you have made edits to your panel.cfg files, you may wind up with a corrup ted installation. If, after installation your overhead panel is corrupted pleas e delete your PMDG 737 installation and reinstall your 737-6/700, and your 737-8 /900, then run this SERVICE UPDATE. To install, simply run the installer and follow the directions as per previous i nstaller versions. DO NOT FORGET YOUR FREE LIVERIES! ================================= PMDG continues to develop new technologies for the 737 product line. We will oc casionally post updates to improve the existing airplane on our website at http: //www.precisionmanuals.com These updates are designed to enhance your enjoyment of the airplane, and in virtually all circumstances are provided at no charge. Additionally, PMDG provides you with free access to a database of nearly 150 li veries for the entire 737 product line. We feel that the ability to change your airline livery to suite your tastes is a significant added value in your PMDG Product! Visit http://www.precisionmanuals.com to download yours! PMDG strongly believes that the greatest value we can provide to you as a custom er is the ability to interact with the development team on a personal basis! Pl ease feel free to drop by our customer support forum at AVSim, (follow the links from our site, or visit www.avsim.com and go to FORUMS...) In this forum we in teract with our customers personally, and help to enhance the community that sur rounds PMDG and our products. Additionally, PMDG takes great pride in providing personal and dynamic technical support. Please drop us an email if you require assistance, we answer most all email within 24 hours. (Occasionally up to 48hours during holidays or when hea vy flight schedules require it....) DEVELOPMENT HISTORY: =================== SERVICE UPDATE 1 issued 15JUL04 V1.01 Temp Update issued 18MAY04 Released 24APR04