Troubleshooting ERJ 145 Livery Display Issues

ubowi Guest
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Tue Sep 14, 2021 11:55 am

Hi, I downloaded the TAR/Mexico repaint for feelThere ERJ 145 by Alex Lagunes. The repaint in the thumbnail and the texture graphics in the texture folder show a white body and red rudder
Despite installing the usual way and as the readme says, no plane variant showed up. After adding the missing thumbnail to the texture.TAR  folder, looking for similar lines in the aircraft.cfg as in the other variants I managed to show the aircraft, but first with a completely black body and interior. After further corrections in the aircraft.cfg the plane now starts with a completely gray body, a red rudder.
I don´t use DXpreview, but with it some parts of the body front and aft left now are white; the right side again is grey. This is the corresponding part of the aircraft.cfg:

[fltsim.0]
title=ERJ145XR - House
sim=erj145frtxr
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Embraer - feelThere
ui_type=ERJ-145XR v2
ui_variation=Embraer House
ui_typerole="Regional Jet"
ui_createdby="feelThere"
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=PT-ZJD
atc_airline=
atc_flight_number=6201
description=Embraer ERJ-145XR v2\nAirframe: FeelThere \nFDE: FeelThere \nCopyright 2003-2015, All Rights Reserved.
[fltsim.1]
title=ERJ145XR - House - No Yoke
sim=erj145frtxr
model=ny
panel=
sound=
texture=
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Embraer - feelThere
ui_type=ERJ-145XR v2
ui_variation=Embraer House - No Yoke
ui_typerole="Regional Jet"
ui_createdby="feelThere"
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=PT-ZJD
atc_airline=
atc_flight_number=6201
description=Embraer ERJ-145XR v2\nAirframe: FeelThere \nFDE: FeelThere \nCopyright 2003-2015, All Rights Reserved.
[fltsim.2]
title=ERJ145XR - United Express N11194
sim=erj145frtxr
sound=
model=
texture=N11194
atc_airline=COMMUTAIR
atc_id=N11194
panel=
checklists=
atc_flight_number=2273
atc_heavy=0
ui_manufacturer=Embraer - feelThere
ui_type=ERJ-145XR v2
ui_variation=United Express N11194
ui_typerole="Commercial"
ui_createdby="feelThere/Wilco"
visual_damage=1
description=Embraer ERJ-145XR v2\nAirframe: FeelThere \nFDE: FeelThere \nCopyright 2003-2015, All Rights Reserved.
[fltsim.3]
title=ERJ145XR - American Eagle (Envoy) N928AE
sim=erj145frtxr
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=ENY N928AE
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Embraer - feelThere
ui_type=ERJ-145XR v2
ui_variation=American Eagle
ui_typerole="Regional Jet"
ui_createdby="feelThere"
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=N928AE
atc_airline=Envoy
atc_flight_number=6201
description=Embraer ERJ-145XR v2\Textures by Dring Liveries in partnership with iniBuilds
[fltsim.4]
title=ERJ145LR - Axon Airlines
sim=erj145frt
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=SX-BLR
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Embraer
ui_type=ERJ-145LU
ui_variation=SX-BLR Axon Airlines
ui_typerole=Regional Jet
ui_createdby=feelThere
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=SX-BLR
atc_airline=
atc_flight_number=
description=
[fltsim.5]
title=ERJ145LR - Athens Airways
sim=erj145frt
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=SX-cmd
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Embraer
ui_type=ERJ-145LU
ui_variation=SX-CMD Athens Airways
ui_typerole=Regional Jet
ui_createdby=feelThere
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=SX-CMD
atc_airline=
atc_flight_number=
description=
[fltsim.6]
title=ERJ145LR -  TAR Transportes Aereos Regionales
sim=erj145frtxr
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=TAR
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Embraer - feelThere
ui_type=ERJ-145XR v2
ui_variation=TAR Transportes Aereos Regionales
ui_typerole=Regional Jet
ui_createdby=feelThere
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=PT-ZJD
atc_airline=TAR
atc_flight_number=6201
description=Embraer ERJ-145 v2 TAR Transportes Aereos Regionales Repaintes By AlexLgz

Someone here to help would be great. I have no email address of the author.

Many thanks
ubowi
 

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Mon Jan 15, 2024 9:39 pm

Hello ubowi,

Your situation with the TAR/Mexico repaint for the feelThere ERJ 145 certainly sounds perplexing, but let's work through this step by step to unravel the mystery.

Firstly, it's great to hear you've already taken some proactive steps like adding the missing thumbnail and editing the aircraft.cfg file. These are crucial initial steps for troubleshooting in the flight simulation world, especially with complex models like the ERJ 145.

The issues you're experiencing with the livery appearing incorrectly (black, gray, and partially white) can stem from several factors. Let's delve into each potential cause and solution:

1. Texture Format and Compatibility:
Ensure the texture files are in the correct format. FSX usually uses DXT3 or DXT5 formats. Using a tool like DXTBmp (a widely known texture tool within the flight simulation community) can help you convert and manage these textures properly.

2. Texture Paths in aircraft.cfg:
Check the texture paths in the aircraft.cfg. They should correctly point to the folder where your textures are located. For instance, your texture=TAR line in [fltsim.6] section. Make sure the TAR folder has all the necessary texture files.

3. Alpha Channels and Reflections:
Incorrect alpha channels in your texture files can cause display issues. Alpha channels control the reflective properties and transparency of textures. Tools like Photoshop or GIMP can be used to inspect and modify these channels.

4. Model Compatibility:
Confirm the repaint is designed for the specific model variant you're using. Sometimes, repaints are made for a particular model (e.g., with winglets or without) and won't display correctly on others.

5. DirectX Compatibility:
Since you mentioned the difference with and without DX preview, it's worth checking your DirectX settings. Sometimes, older models and textures have compatibility issues with newer DirectX versions.

Now, let's look at the specific issue with the red rudder and gray body. This could be a clear sign of a missing or misaligned texture file. Double-check the texture references in your aircraft.cfg and ensure they match the actual file names in your texture folder.

If these steps don't resolve the issue, it might be worth reaching out to the wider community or looking for alternative repaints that might not have these issues.

As for contacting the author, it's unfortunate that you don't have their email. However, you might find assistance or contact information through forums dedicated to FSX or feelThere products, except the ones you mentioned to avoid.

Remember, the flight sim community is vast and generally very supportive. Posting in forums (without violating any specific forum rules) or searching through existing threads can often lead to unexpected and helpful insights.

In conclusion, livery issues can be tricky, but with a methodical approach, they can usually be resolved. Keep experimenting with different settings and configurations. The satisfaction of solving these problems is part of the joy of flight simulation!

Best of luck with your ERJ 145 adventures in FSX!

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