Another newbie's questions

[manos]

Hi all,
Using download helper I downloaded 2 routes - Vic route and Port welshpool- with all their dependencies. Now when I open surveyor they appear on the list of available routes but if I attempt to load them I get the message "You have not selected a map. Return to the menu and select a map". I do not understand this, on the one hand because both were listed as "layouts" when I downloaded them and on the other hand because I have done this exact procedure again with other downloaded layouts and they have always loaded succesfully without ever issuing that message.

And another question: After I have messed around the cabin view with the cursor keys, either looking around the cabin or moving about the driver's eyeposition (using "-freeintcam" in the trainzoptions.txt), is there a way, a key combination, or anything else to reset the cabin view to the default start-up view? (other ofcourse than saving the session, exiting the program and reloading the saved session)
Thank you,
manos

 

[paulzmay]

Can I ask what version of Trainz you are using? That sounds like the error you would get in TRS2006 without the service pack when you attempt to load a route created with the service pack. If this is the case, I'd strongly recommend you update to SP1, but make sure you follow the instructions EXACTLY.

Paul

 

[manos]

Thanks. regarding my first question, I'm using TSR2006. I'll try and install SP1.

P.S. Could please the forum moderator remove the second instance of my post which I accidentally posted twice?

 

[illinoiscentral]

Welcome to Trainz manos!

 

[manos]

The built number of my TRS2006 installation does not match the version required by SP1. So it's not possible to install SP1 and therefore I guess I have to live with add-ons made only prior to the release of SP1.
Anybody knowing how to restore the cabin view - after I have changed it with the cursor keys- to the default driver's viewpoint without exiting the sim?
Thanks again

 

[fuzzies]

Greetings manos,

I think pressing 2, for outside camera, then 1, for inside camera, will reset it, or press the [ or ] keys should toggle you through all the available viewing areas in cab.


Hope this helps,
Lenny

 

[john259]

The built number of my TRS2006 installation does not match the version required by SP1.

Don't give up. Run TRS2006 and make a note of the build number displayed on its main menu. Post that build number here and there's a good chance someone will be able to give you a link direct to the specific SP1 file you need.

When installing SP1 you need to follow the instructions precisely. It is a truly unique and bizarre procedure but if followed to the letter it does work. The slightest deviation will cause it to fail.

John

 

[manos]

Built number is 2773.
Meanwhile a new question has arisen: Is there a way to convert pre-SP3 content (you know, those executables or zip files that created 4 or 5 folders for each route like "Hiddenvalley" etc) to TRS2006 compatible content?
I really appreciate your help,
manos

 

[john259]

SP1 for Build 2773 can be obtained from here
Just to repeat - follow the instructions in every respect. Painful, but necessary.

Sorry, I'll have to pass on the conversion question, I'm not sufficiently sure of my facts.

John

 

[manos]

Thanks John, you've been great help.
I couldn't have enough of Trainz back in 2003 and neither I can now.

 

[robin_hoods]

The built number of my TRS2006 installation does not match the version required by SP1. So it's not possible to install SP1 and therefore I guess I have to live with add-ons made only prior to the release of SP1.
Anybody knowing how to restore the cabin view - after I have changed it with the cursor keys- to the default driver's viewpoint without exiting the sim?
Thanks again

Hi can you post back here with your current build number I may be able to locate or find you the Service pack for it.
EDIT I found by looking at your posts you have build 2773 I have found you a download for this version .
Please make sure you read the instructions before attempting to use the SP1 Service pack, download link below warning it is (711Mb) in size
LINK