Gisela GI/1E (3Ds Max 9, Extension 1)

Sadly, splitting the meshes have caused more problems than what I have been aiming to achieve, Alex. It might be more easier to use the compatibility conditional formula to disable SetTextureSelfIllumination if it isn't in a version of the game.

The challenge at the moment, especially when pioneering new technologies to make it work with both U-Bahn and Standard stations, is to trying to get the Gisela working with both the MCQ and Andi06's Superscripts at the same time. Which also means it must work fine with the MCQ stations, and the lighting, which is a problem at the moment.

Problem 1: If I merged the destination mechanism to the main Gisela file then the U-Bahn stations may think it is not in service and then empty the passengers. It appears that trains using U-Bahn stations need a separate "zielschild" KUID to recognise the type of service.

Problem 2: It seems only one script or class could be defined in the "config.txt" file.

Problem 3: Even if it was possible to get superscript running, splitting the "destination mesh" from the "default" mesh, to another alternative mesh, caused the sign-changer to no longer work, even if U-Bahn stations were recognised.

But: I do have a backup of the last working version of the main file (kuid:381292:1017) and later versions using "kuid2", and the sound engine just needs tweaking, which I can handle. The latest working version has SetTextureSelfIllumination that works fine from TS2009 onwards. The rest of the features are TS2006 compatible.

I had another go at the model, and it turns out that despite being able to incorporate Superscript into the project and not break the destination mechanism thanks to a separate mesh for the destination sign, I doubt that the night-lights function of the super-script is going to be supported for the doors.

But the good news is that I have done away with SetTextureSelfIllumination at last, ensuring compatibility with TRS2006!

The lighting problem is resolved. The cab-view project has been delayed because of the problem, but version 1.0 is ready to be tested. It will now require andi06's Superscript for random numbering.

Die Beleuchtungs-problem ist behoben. Das Fahrerhausblick-Projekt wurde aufgrund des Problems verzögert, aber Version 1.0 ist bereit getestet werden. Es bedarf jetzt andi06's Superscript für Zufallszahlen.

Screenshots / Neue bilder (TRS2006 mode/modus):

Development video (Leid für die schlechte Qualität)

Done:

• Animated Pantograph acts as an access door between the cab and the interior. The driver's entry door could be split to become a door operable by a command key. For now it's a pantograph since the Gisela doesn't have a pantograph in reality.
• Animated doors with warning lights. Door animation sounds with all lights are working in MCQ stations, sounds work for all types of stations.
• 57 passengers can board each Gisela car.
• Running numbers are now supported using the official Transit typeface (range: 0000-0 to 9999-9), and thanks to Superscript, the fleet numbers are randomised, unless specified using "Properties" in Surveyor modus.
• Destination boards are added, which covers U1-4, now using an independent engine. They light up at night.
• Along with the default MCQ headlighting system (the attachments were facing the Z-negative direction), ordinary Headlights are supported for night-running in the open, and can be dimmed to 50% with SHIFT+L.
• The external view cab is okay, but if processing power increase this may well be superseded by the full cab in future!
• Engine sound is now available, the acceleration and deceleration of the vehicle is still 3000.
• New bogeys: the wheels turn and the couplers come as standard.
• The roof is also complete, with that little black disc on the roof.
• The basic night light controls are in place. Goodbye to SetTextureSelfIllumination!

Im Bau:

• Destination boards will eventually cover the Tarka Line in Devon, England.
• Extend passenger door lighting to non-MCQ stations (Superscript allows for door lights).
• An internal view cabin under way.
• The trailers! (those in the form ####-2 or ####-3), but the way I
  designed it allows it to be "mixed and matched" to achieve it.

It will be up tomorrow morning. I have just about finished the ironing bit.

ModUpdate: It is online now, All I did is simply updated the existing entry with the new file and new information.

Hi, Have you got the following dependencies? It has been stated in the database.

• Andi Smith's Superscript <kuid2:122285:508:13> (info)
• Berlin U-Bahn for Trainz 2.0 (info)

Setting running numbers come under the "Default Configuration" section in surveyor.