I believe your issue is that you need to reset the middle hook after you release it. In your demonstration you hit the button prior to take off so when you went to get the cargo and hook it, when you release it, the button doesn't work resulting in you needing to use the Emergency release. Just remember to reset the hook prior to next hook attempt and it should work each time you hit the release button. So basically, you only get one press for hook release per reset. Hook something, drop it, reset the hook and pick up again. Wash and repeat.
This "LIVE Broadcast" was made right after the Chinook was released, so I was trying things and only realised what you mention after the fact. In my reply to Yom-qf3mq I mentionned this: "Sometimes, I test the HOOK REL button to see if it works after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I can't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, every time you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work for me now. I made another stream to show this and other things I learned. Also, if you can't drop, the EMERGENCY switch is a good go to option when all else fails!! "
what is the key to show the red cargo location BOX ? ( like the controls movement red box) also..is this Practice map your using uploaded anywhere? OR WOULD you upload it ? to share :)
It's called the "External Cargo Indicator" in the CH-47F Chinnok commands. I had also taken me a while to figure it out, so I mentionned it in the follow up LIVE that I had made (the "August 12th DCS Chinook Afghanistan" stream ruclips.net/video/IaQTAGOiInI/видео.html - at 22 minutes 50 seconds).
Sometimes, I test the HOOK REL button to see if it works after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I can't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, every time you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work for me now. I made another stream to show this and other things I learned. Also, if you can't drop, the EMERGENCY switch is a good go to option when all else fails!! 😅
For the second part of your message, about "dropping" cargo, I found back when I was learning how to carry cqargo with the Mi-8 last year that if I flew too fast, the cable would just snap/break and I would lose the cargo which would just drop to the ground - it was then lost forever. 😢
Thanks for replying. Yes, you’re correct. After reading the manual several times & multiple testing the following procedure MUST be applied. Once a load has bern released/dropped, the hook will remain in the open position until the CARGO HOOK MSTR switch is set to the ‘OFF’ position. Any attempts to carry additional loads will fail until the CARGO HOOK MSTR switch has been set to the ‘OFF’ position before being set back to the ‘ARM’ position.
Sometimes, I test the HOOK REL button to see if it worked after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I can't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, everytime you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work for me now. I made another stream to show this and other things I learned.
Since this stream, I've practiced quite a bit and read some more details in the manual; I realised a few important things. As you mention, if we forget to lift the safety cover on the hook release, it won't work. Also, I would sometimes test the button to see if it worked after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I couldn't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, everytime you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work now. I'm about to make another stream to show this and other things I learned. Thanks for the comment @Ink_YT757
If you've put an artillery "cargo" object near your helicopter in the editor, it should show up, but I think it is broken for now. I think some people are able to have AI hook it up, but I get an error message everytime I try to pick it up unfortunately. ☹
@@Coolhand101eyep, unfortunatly the ground eats the arty gun on hookup, leading to jumps and in general a lot of bad things.. They way of unhooking i found for now is to call the next cargo, which releases your current load. Bit unconventional but i have it bound so its bearable for now! Also that beeping is the intercom on the radio, you can mute that beeping by pulling out the ics rotary, number 3 i believe 👍🏻 Another thing, got my pedal saturation Y to 60 and the curve to 30, makes smaller inputs way way more precise! Cheers
@@Coolhand101e my bad, its the ADF radio nob and its beeping, not the ICS like i previously said! Enjoy the... i wouldnt call it silence but the pure heli noises 😂🙏🏻
@@Halozocker104 With your pointer, I found it last night. I wouldn't have thought of pulling on that switch if you hadn't suggested it! I now enjoy the peaceful sil... uh, THUMP THUMP THUMP THUMP, with no beep beeps... 😂😅
I haven't played with any curves no. I had to invert the axis for the toe brakes on my rudders, but that's about all I changed in my "axis command" menu.
I believe your issue is that you need to reset the middle hook after you release it. In your demonstration you hit the button prior to take off so when you went to get the cargo and hook it, when you release it, the button doesn't work resulting in you needing to use the Emergency release. Just remember to reset the hook prior to next hook attempt and it should work each time you hit the release button. So basically, you only get one press for hook release per reset. Hook something, drop it, reset the hook and pick up again. Wash and repeat.
This "LIVE Broadcast" was made right after the Chinook was released, so I was trying things and only realised what you mention after the fact. In my reply to Yom-qf3mq I mentionned this: "Sometimes, I test the HOOK REL button to see if it works after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I can't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, every time you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work for me now. I made another stream to show this and other things I learned. Also, if you can't drop, the EMERGENCY switch is a good go to option when all else fails!! "
what is the key to show the red cargo location BOX ? ( like the controls movement red box) also..is this Practice map your using uploaded anywhere? OR WOULD you upload it ? to share :)
It's called the "External Cargo Indicator" in the CH-47F Chinnok commands. I had also taken me a while to figure it out, so I mentionned it in the follow up LIVE that I had made (the "August 12th DCS Chinook Afghanistan" stream ruclips.net/video/IaQTAGOiInI/видео.html - at 22 minutes 50 seconds).
I’ve had issues with the hook immediately letting go of the cargo once it’s ’locked on’. Also had issues dropping cargo too 😂
Sometimes, I test the HOOK REL button to see if it works after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I can't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, every time you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work for me now. I made another stream to show this and other things I learned. Also, if you can't drop, the EMERGENCY switch is a good go to option when all else fails!! 😅
For the second part of your message, about "dropping" cargo, I found back when I was learning how to carry cqargo with the Mi-8 last year that if I flew too fast, the cable would just snap/break and I would lose the cargo which would just drop to the ground - it was then lost forever. 😢
Thanks for replying. Yes, you’re correct. After reading the manual several times & multiple testing the following procedure MUST be applied.
Once a load has bern released/dropped, the hook will remain in the open position until the CARGO HOOK MSTR switch is set to the ‘OFF’ position. Any attempts to carry additional loads will fail until the CARGO HOOK MSTR switch has been set to the ‘OFF’ position before being set back to the ‘ARM’ position.
Hallo, what mission setup are you using? Thanks!
Been at it all weekend but as soon as I hook and lift the cable just extends and doesn't lift the box. Is there a cable lock I'm forgetting.
Sometimes, I test the HOOK REL button to see if it worked after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I can't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, everytime you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work for me now. I made another stream to show this and other things I learned.
I noticed for me...each time the hook release would not work is because i did not flip the cover first....i noticed in yours you did not as well.
Since this stream, I've practiced quite a bit and read some more details in the manual; I realised a few important things. As you mention, if we forget to lift the safety cover on the hook release, it won't work. Also, I would sometimes test the button to see if it worked after flipping the cover; that apparently opens the hook which explains why I couldn't pick up the load on the first attempt in the video. The manual says that by turning the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, you close the hook so that it is ready to pick up the next object. Therefore, everytime you drop an object with the HOOK REL button, you should cycle the CARGO HOOK ARM Switch to the "Off" position, and then back to ARM before you release the next cargo object. It seems to work now. I'm about to make another stream to show this and other things I learned. Thanks for the comment @Ink_YT757
I can't select the artillery in the communication menu, it doesn't appears
If you've put an artillery "cargo" object near your helicopter in the editor, it should show up, but I think it is broken for now. I think some people are able to have AI hook it up, but I get an error message everytime I try to pick it up unfortunately. ☹
@@Coolhand101eyep, unfortunatly the ground eats the arty gun on hookup, leading to jumps and in general a lot of bad things..
They way of unhooking i found for now is to call the next cargo, which releases your current load. Bit unconventional but i have it bound so its bearable for now!
Also that beeping is the intercom on the radio, you can mute that beeping by pulling out the ics rotary, number 3 i believe 👍🏻
Another thing, got my pedal saturation Y to 60 and the curve to 30, makes smaller inputs way way more precise!
Cheers
@@Halozocker104 Thanks for the comments, I'm going to go check right away for the radio beeping thing!!
@@Coolhand101e my bad, its the ADF radio nob and its beeping, not the ICS like i previously said! Enjoy the... i wouldnt call it silence but the pure heli noises 😂🙏🏻
@@Halozocker104 With your pointer, I found it last night. I wouldn't have thought of pulling on that switch if you hadn't suggested it! I now enjoy the peaceful sil... uh, THUMP THUMP THUMP THUMP, with no beep beeps... 😂😅
do you have any curves applied ?
I haven't played with any curves no. I had to invert the axis for the toe brakes on my rudders, but that's about all I changed in my "axis command" menu.