OpusFSI Flight Simulator Interface for and

OpusMSFS Version 1 Downloads


 

OpusMSFS Version 1 (for Microsoft Flight Simulator MSFS) includes the Live View synchronized multi-screen networked display interface, in-flight moving map, landing analysis, GPS simulator interface, ButtKicker® Gamer 2 (or similar audio controlled) vibration device interface, FSC737-TQ Throttle Quadrant (motorised and unmotorised) driver and CPFlightMCP and EFIS (X2) panel support. Please download and read the accompanying OpusMSFS documentation for details.

International Online Guides (click on each page's translation symbol top right to translate)

OpusMSFS_Overview    OpusMSFS_User_Guide    OpusMSFS_Getting_Started_Single_PC    OpusMSFS_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs    OpusMSFS_ButtKicker    OpusMSFS_FSC_TQ

English PDF Guides

OpusMSFS_Overview.pdf     OpusMSFS_User_Guide.pdf    OpusMSFS_Getting_Started_Single_PC.pdf    OpusMSFS_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs.pdf    OpusMSFS_ButtKicker.pdf    OpusMSFS_FSCTQ_User_Guide.pdf

 

OpusFSI Version 6 Downloads


 

OpusFSI Version 6 (for 64-bit Prepar3D v4.5+) includes the Live Weather Engine (live weather is limited to 100 miles and update on the ground in Demo mode), the Live Camera control and docking interface, and the Live View synchronized multi-screen networked display interface. Please download and read the accompanying OpusFSI_v6 documentation for details.

International Online Guides (click on each page's translation symbol top right to translate)

OpusFSI_v6_Overview    OpusFSI_v6_User_Guide  

OpusFSI_v6_Getting_Started_Single_PC    OpusFSI_v6_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs

OpusFSI_v6_Live_Weather    OpusFSI_v6_Live_Camera    OpusFSI_v6_ButtKicker

English PDF Guides

OpusFSI_v6_Overview.pdf   OpusFSI_v6_User_Guide.pdf

OpusFSI_v6_Getting_Started_Single_PC.pdf    OpusFSI_v6_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs.pdf

OpusFSI_v6_Live_Weather.pdf    OpusFSI_v6_Live_Camera.pdf    OpusFSI_v6_ButtKicker.pdf

OpusFSI_v6_FSCTQ_User_Guide.pdf

 

OpusFSI Version 5 Downloads


 

OpusFSI Version 5 (for 32-bit FSX, Steam, and 32/64-bit Prepar3D) includes the Live Weather Engine (live weather is limited to 100 miles and update on the ground in Demo mode), the Live Camera control and docking interface, and the Live View synchronized multi-screen networked display interface. Please download and read the accompanying OpusFSI_v5 documentation for details.

International Online Guides (click on each page's translation symbol top right to translate)

OpusFSI_v5_Overview    OpusFSI_v5_User_Guide  

OpusFSI_v5_Getting_Started_Single_PC    OpusFSI_v5_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs

OpusFSI_v5_Live_Weather    OpusFSI_v5_Live_Camera    OpusFSI_v5_ButtKicker

English PDF Guides

OpusFSI_v5_Overview.pdf   OpusFSI_v5_User_Guide.pdf

OpusFSI_v5_Getting_Started_Single_PC.pdf    OpusFSI_v5_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs.pdf

OpusFSI_v5_Live_Weather.pdf    OpusFSI_v5_Live_Camera.pdf    OpusFSI_v5_ButtKicker.pdf

 

OpusFSI Version 4 Downloads


OpusFSI Version 4 (for ongoing customer support only) includes the Live Weather Engine (live weather is limited to 100 miles and update on the ground in Demo mode), the Live Camera control and docking interface, and the Live View synchronized multi-screen networked display interface. Please download and read the accompanying OpusFSI documentation for details.

International Online Guides (click on each page's translation symbol top right to translate)

OpusFSI_Overview    OpusFSI_User_Guide  

OpusFSI_Getting_Started_Single_PC    OpusFSI_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs

OpusFSI_Live_Weather    OpusFSI_Live_Camera    OpusFSI_ButtKicker

English PDF Guides

OpusFSI_Overview.pdf   OpusFSI_User_Guide.pdf

OpusFSI_Getting_Started_Single_PC.pdf    OpusFSI_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs.pdf

OpusFSI_Live_Weather.pdf    OpusFSI_Live_Camera.pdf    OpusFSI_ButtKicker.pdf

 

OpusFSX Version 3 Downloads


OpusFSX Version 3 (for ongoing customer support only) includes the Live Weather Engine (live weather is limited to 100 miles and update on the ground in Demo mode), the Live Camera control and docking interface, and the Live View synchronized multi-screen networked display interface. Please download and read the accompanying OpusFSX documentation for details.

International Online Guides (click on each page's translation symbol top right to translate)

OpusFSX_Overview    OpusFSX_User_Guide

OpusFSX_Getting_Started_Single_PC    OpusFSX_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs

OpusFSX_Live_Weather    OpusFSX_Live_Camera    OpusFSX_ButtKicker

English PDF Guides

OpusFSX_Overview.pdf   OpusFSX_User_Guide.pdf

OpusFSX_Getting_Started_Single_PC.pdf    OpusFSX_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs.pdf

OpusFSX_Live_Weather.pdf    OpusFSX_Live_Camera.pdf    OpusFSX_ButtKicker.pdf

 

 

 

Camera Definition Files


To import pre-defined camera files from our database click here.

 

System Requirements


Microsoft Flight Simulator X with Service Pack 2 or Acceleration Expansion Pack, or the Lockheed Martin Prepar3D simulator.
Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP (32 or 64-bit version) operating system.
Microsoft .NET Framework Version 2.0 (for FSX and P3Dv3.2 or earlier).
Microsoft .NET Framework Version 4.7.2 (for P3Dv3.3 onwards).
FSUIPC (freeware version) required if you intend to run the sim at increased simulation rates or use the CPFlight MCP737/EFIS device driver. FSUIPC is required on the client PCs if you are using Live View.
90 MB hard disk space.

OpusFSI is supported by Opus Software Ltd on the following editions of Windows 10 – Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Education, and/or Windows 10 Enterprise. OpusFSI is supported on the in-market supported servicing branches of Windows 10 including - Current Branch.

 

Installation and Set Up


Ensure Microsoft .NET v2 (for FSX and P3Dv3.2 or earlier), Microsoft .NET v4.7.2 (for P3Dv3.3 onwards), SimConnect and FSUIPC (if required) are installed on your server and optional client PCs.

Installing the Demo version of Opus

Click on the OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) Demo/Upgrade link in the Download Demo or Upgrade column opposite and download the OpusFSI_v6 (or v5).msi file, or use these links,

OpusFSI_v6 (for P3Dv4.5+) or OpusFSI_v5 (for FSX/P3D). 

Double click on the downloaded msi file and follow the instructions to install the software into the standard OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) directory. 

The Opus software must be installed using the msi installation file on your designated main sim server system (your primary sim 'flying' computer) and each of your optional client sim systems. You may install the software onto any drive provided its folder name is OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) with the exception that you must not install Opus in the Opus Software, simulator or Program Files folders, and don't install in more than one folder on your PC.

To install the software on your optional client systems, refer to The Opus Network section below.

The OpusMSFS demo software will display a popup error message stating that the software is unlicenced but it will run anyway.

Troubleshooting: Can't download OpusFSI (signature is invalid or corrupt). Can't run the msi in Windows

Purchasing Opus

Click on the OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) link in the Purchase or Reinstall column opposite and download the Opus_v6 (or v5)_Flight1_Purchase.exe file, or use these links,

OpusFSI_v6 (for P3Dv4.5+) or OpusFSI_v5 (for FSX/P3D) 

You may get some warning messages from your virus checker at this point which is quite normal for this file type and as a result the installation window may be hidden behind your browser window. If you are having problems downloading then make sure your anti-virus software is disabled. In Win10 if you see the Windows Protection warning screen then click on the More info button to run the software. Next select Run Anyway.

If you have previously installed the Demo then uninstall it via Control Panel, Uninstall a Program, do not delete your OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) folder containing your camera and system configuration files. 

You only need to unwrap the purchased 'exe' file on your designated server system. You will find the msi installation file in your 'unwrapped' c:\Opus Software folder.

N.B. You need to keep your Flight1 license and key files on drive C in the C:\Opus Software folder, but can move the msi file to another drive.

The client systems are unlicensed and do not require license or key files. Do NOT unwrap the purchased 'exe' file on your client systems, it is not required. Neither do you need to create, or copy, the c:\Opus Software folder onto your client systems. This folder contains the license and key files which are ONLY needed on the server system.

The Opus software must be installed using the Opus msi installation file on your designated main sim server system (your primary sim 'flying' computer) and each of your optional client sim systems. You may install the software onto any drive provided its folder name is OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) with the exception that you must not install Opus in the Opus Software, simulator or Program Files folders, and don't install in more than one folder on your PC.

To install the software on your optional client systems, refer to The Opus Network section below.

Updating to the Latest Version

Release

In P3D with OpusFSI_v6 you can click on the OpusFSI Check for Updates option within the sim's Add-ons menu, otherwise use these links,

OpusFSI_v6 (for P3Dv4.5+) or OpusFSI_v5 (for FSX/P3D). 

or click on the OpusFSI v6 (or v5) Demo/Upgrade link in the Download Demo or Upgrade column opposite  and download the msi file. If you have a problem running the msi then right click on the file and select “Unblock".

To update the older OpusFSI_v4 click on the relevant Former Software Upgrades hyperlink (or click here), or for OpusFSX_v3 click on the hyperlink opposite (or click here).

Uninstall the old software before installing the update via Control Panel, Uninstall a Program, do not delete your OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) folder. Double click on the Opus msi file and follow the instructions to install the software update. 

All your original configuration (DAT and CMD) and camera definition (CAM, LIM and CDF) files will remain intact in the OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) folder but it is a good idea to take a backup of your camera files anyway in case they get corrupted (this may happen when you revert to a previous version with a different CAM format).

To install the software on your optional client systems, refer to The Opus Network section below.

OpusFSI Beta

Click on the OpusFSI v6 (or v5) Beta hyperlink in the Beta Development column opposite and download the msi file. 

The Opus Network

If you are going to set up a networked system you will need to install the simulator and scenery onto your client systems.

 

The Opus network is created by running the FSISERVER program on the main (host) Flight Simulator PC, and running the FSICLIENT program on each of the optional client PCs. 

 

Installing the Opus Software on the Client PCs

If you wish you can copy the Opus msi installation file onto your optional client systems and double-click on the file to install the software, but you must uninstall the old software first via Control Panel, Uninstall a Program. Double click on the Opus msi file and follow the instructions to install the software. 
Alternatively, you can simply create an OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) folder on each of your client PCs and simply copy the files and sub-folders across from the server's OpusFSI_v6 (or v5) folder. You only need to copy the DLL and EXE files across from the main folder, along with all sub-folders (e.g. the Themes sub-folder). Take care not to corrupt your DAT, CMD and camera files on the client PCs which contain your client's current configuration and operational data. 

Each of your computers must be able to 'see' each other over the local area network. The Opus software will make efficient use of any speed of network without you configuring anything else other than the IP addresses, but the faster the network the better.

You can monitor the connection status on the main form display of the FSISERVER program, and each of the FSICLIENT programs. In each case, the Application Links will turn green when a connection is made. Note, the server will allocate two or three links for each Live View client, one link for each of the possible Live View Position & Attitude, and Live Weather connections.

To configure the system simply run the FSISERVER and FSICLIENT programs on their installed PCs (you don't need to run the sim for this purpose). Click on the Configure button on the main dialog (form) display and configure the appropriate options.

For the FSISERVER program you must specify how many Live View client computers you will be using. You can also enable and specify the required options for the supported device drivers. Click OK when done and the server program will prepare all necessary communication links.

Repeat the exercise for each FSICLIENT program. In this case you must specify the network identity (either the IP address or computer name) of the main server, that is, the PC running the FSISERVER program. You can also specify other options to enable the various client features (e.g. Live Camera control). Click OK when finished and the client will prepare all communication links and attempt to connect to the networked FSISERVER program.

Please refer to our Getting Started guides for further details

Opusfsi_v6_Getting_Started_Single_PC and OpusFSI_v6_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs

Opusfsi_v5_Getting_Started_Single_PC and OpusFSI_v5_Getting_Started_Networked_PCs

 

Camera Definition Files


Camera definition files (CDFs) containing various camera views for an aircraft can be imported into Live Camera. Click on the links below to download the CDF file to a suitable location on your PC and click on the Import button within the Camera Control dialog. 
Edit the camera views to create your key/button assignments for the views.Camera views with matching names and aircraft lists are updated using the imported view but your existing key/button assignments will be preserved.

A2A B377 Stratocruiser_peebee

A2A J-3 Cub and super cub_peebee

A2A P 51_peebee

Aerosoft Airbus Extended V.2_peebee

Aerosoft Bell UH1 HUEY_peebee

Aerosoft Twin Otter Extended_peebee

Alpha SikorskyH60 Blackhawk_peebee

Beech Baron 58 default and Carenado_peebee

Carenado B90_peebee

Carenado B200_peebee

Carenado Baron A36_peebee

Carenado C185_peebee

Carenado C206_peebee

Carenado C208_peebee

Carenado Centurian T210_peebee

Carenado Cherokee_peebee

Carenado P46 Malibu Jetprop_peebee

Cessna 172 Walkaround Hangar34

CS 707-300_peebee

CS B727_peebee

CS C130_peebee

F1 Pilatus PC12_peebee

FSD Porter_peebee

FSLabs_ConcordeX_flyguyla

Lionheart Piper Pacer_peebee

Majestic Dash 8 Q400_peebee

Majestic_Q400_flyguyla

Milviz B55_peebee

Boeing_737NG_Subhankar

PMDG 737NGX_Opus

PMDG B777_peebee

PMDG JS4100_peebee

PMDG MD11_peebee

Realair Duke B60 Piston_peebee

Realair Duke Turbine_peebee

RealAir Lancair Legacy_Opus

Sibwings AN2_peebee

Virtavia Seaking_peebee

We would appreciate it if you could email us your own CDFs and we will add them to our database. To export a CDF click on the Export button within the Camera Control dialog.

 

Opus Banners


These Opus banners were kindly created by the talented Hangar34. Right click on the banner and select 'Save target As...' to download to your PC and edit, or alternatively just link to our website copy.

http://www.opussoftware.co.uk/opusfsi/OpusBanner_1.jpg http://www.opussoftware.co.uk/opusfsi/OpusBanner_1s.jpg

http://www.opussoftware.co.uk/opusfsi/OpusBanner_2.jpg http://www.opussoftware.co.uk/opusfsi/OpusBanner_2s.jpg

http://www.opussoftware.co.uk/opusfsi/OpusBanner_3.jpg http://www.opussoftware.co.uk/opusfsi/OpusBanner_3s.jpg

 

Opus Paint Scheme


This Opus paint scheme for RealAir Simulations' Lancair Legacy was kindly created by Hangar34. Click on the image or link below to download the paint scheme. 

The 'Texture.xxx' folders must be copied into your Airplanes\RealAir Legacy folder and the CFG entry amended. You must own the RealAir Simulations' Lancair Legacy aircraft for these files to work correctly. They are provided as freeware and no responsibility is accepted for their use.

Supplied courtesy Hangar34     

Download OPUS Software Paint Scheme for Lancair Legacy - v1.0 (10 Mb)

 

This Opus paint scheme for A2A Piper Cherokee for P3D was created by Hangar34. Click on the image or link below to download the paint scheme. 

Installation is simple and instructions are provided in the included ReadMe.txt file. You must own the A2A Piper Cherokee aircraft for these files to work correctly. They are provided as freeware and no responsibility is accepted for their use.

Download OPUS Software Paint Scheme for A2A Piper Cherokee for P3D (31 Mb)


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Purchase or Reinstall

OpusMSFS

(MSFS 2020 Only)

Purchase / Reinstall

Price $19.95

Ver 1.18.3, 21 Dec 2023, 91.4 Mb

Download the OpusMSFS MSI file and please refer to our Flight1 forum Announcements topic for further details. OpusMSFS is applicable only to the latest MSFS 2020 simulator


OpusFSI v6

(64-bit P3D v4.5+ Only)

Purchase / Reinstall

Price $24.95

Ver 6.33.0, 23 Dec 2023, 95.8 Mb

Download the OpusFSI v6 MSI file and please refer to our Flight1 forum Announcements topic for further details. OpusFSI v6 is a 64-bit version of our FSI with fast PDK Interface applicable only to the latest P3D v4.5+ simulator


OpusFSI v5

(FSX, Steam, and P3D)

Purchase / Reinstall

OpusFSI Flight Simulator Interface

Price $19.95


OpusFSI v4 to v5 Upgrade

Reinstall Only

Ver 5.50.3, 16 Oct 2022, 70.6 Mb


 

Former Opus Product Support

For Ongoing Customer Support Only

Former ReInstall Wrappers

OpusFSI Version 4

Ver 4.74, 1 Jul 2019, 41.0 Mb

OpusFSI Version 4 'Upgrade'

Ver 4.74, 1 Jul 2019, 41.0 Mb

OpusFSX Version 3

Ver 3.55.2, 13 Sep 2016, 24.2 Mb

 


Please make sure you check our SimForums for all the very latest news and Announcements.

Purchase and unwrap the product on your main 'flying' sim server system.

BEFORE you purchase this product download and read the Getting Started guide. You will need to follow these instructions.

Download the relevant OpusFSI_vX Flight1 or Upgrade Purchase.exe onto your main 'flying' server (sim) system to purchase the product. This wrapped ‘exe’ file includes the very latest OpusFSI_vX.msi installation file within its wrapper. After purchase, the installation file will be unwrapped into c:\Opus Software along with your license key.

We recommend you download the demo version and establish your Live View network connections prior to purchase.

 

Download Demo or Upgrade

Software Upgrades

Download to upgrade your existing Opus software. You must uninstall your current version before installing the upgrade but don't delete your Opus folder.

Follow upgrade announcements here

Demo / Upgrade

OpusMSFS Demo/Upgrade

Ver 1.17.2, 7 Sep 2023, 90.1 Mb

OpusFSI v6 Demo/Upgrade

Ver 6.33.0, 23 Dec 2023, 94.5 Mb

OpusFSI v5 Demo/Upgrade

Ver 5.50.3, 16 Oct 2022, 69.4 Mb

Demonstration Software

BEFORE you try the demo download and read the Getting Started guide. You will need to follow these instructions.

The Live Weather Engine demo is restricted to 160km (100 miles) in all directions and weather updating only whilst your aircraft is on the ground. Demonstration mode will run for 15 minutes with a minimum 2 minute interval required between runs. 

Please do NOT run both the OpusFSI server and client programs on the same single PC system !


Former Software Upgrades

OpusFSI Version 4

Ver 4.74.0, 1 Jul 2018, 39.8 Mb

OpusFSX Version 3

Ver 3.55.2, 13 Sep 2016, 24.2 Mb

 

Beta Development

OpusMSFS Beta

(Microsoft's FS2020)

Beta Version 1.19.3 Available

 

24 Apr 2024, 93.3 Mb

 

Download the OpusMSFS.MSI file and please refer to our Flight1 forum Announcements topic for further details.

 


OpusFSI v6 Beta

(P3D v4.5+ and v5)

Beta Version 6.33.4 Available

 

13 Jun 2024, 94.5 Mb

Download the OpusFSI v6x Beta MSI file and please refer to our Flight1 forum Announcements topic for further details. OpusFSI v6 is a 64-bit version of our FSI with fast PDK Interface applicable only to the latest P3D v4 simulator


OpusFSI v5 Beta

(FSX, Steam, and P3D)

Beta Version 5.51.1 Available

 

5 Feb 2024, 69.4 Mb

Download the latest OpusFSI v5 Beta MSI file and please refer to our Flight1 forum Announcements topic for further details

These betas are optional, I post them so that you can use the features straight away and if you want to play an active role in the beta development cycles

 

Other Downloads

If you need to manually download one of these data files (essential for OpusMSFS or OpusFSI licence validation) make sure you 'Extract All..' into your OpusMSFS or OpusFSI_vx root installation folder where the BL data file is located.

OpusMSFS Licence Data File

OpusFSI Version 6 Licence Data File

OpusFSI Version 5 Licence Data File


You can manually download and install the VC and 2013 32-bit and 64-bit redistribution packages if you are having trouble running the OpusMSFS or OpusFSI v5 or v6 software

VC 32-bit Redistribution Package

VC 64-bit Redistribution Package

VC Arm 64-bit Redistribution Package

2013 32-bit Redistribution Package

2013 64-bit Redistribution Package


OpusFSI Weather Export Files

File Format PDF Document

OpusFSI World Weather Themes

You must download both files of a WWT and move them to your OpusFSI_v5 or OpusFSI_v6  \Weather\Themes folder. Once installed in the Themes folder you can browse and select the theme in the OpusFSI Weather dialog using the Browse for World Weather Theme option. Once selected tick the Enable World Weather Theme box and click on Full Weather Reload

MARCH_SNOW_IN_THE_UK.txt

MARCH_SNOW_IN_THE_UK.dat

AUGUST_RAIN_IN_UK.txt

AUGUST_RAIN_IN_UK.dat