[MOD] Targeting UI Extension now with External Camera - (Nov 27, 2013)

Observe · Post by **Observe** » Wed, 27. Nov 13, 20:27

Dungeoncrawler wrote:Can't seem to exit external view by hitting the applicable key.

Make sure you give it a second to reset the menu after it goes full-screen, then pressing key 1 should exit. Either that, or something went wrong.

Dungeoncrawler · Post by **Dungeoncrawler** » Wed, 27. Nov 13, 20:43

Observe wrote:
Dungeoncrawler wrote:Can't seem to exit external view by hitting the applicable key.
Make sure you give it a second to reset the menu after it goes full-screen, then pressing key 1 should exit. Either that, or something went wrong.

Must be conflicting with another mod I'm using? Not only can I not leave external view mode, but I cannot reenter the targeting menu after the first time. It requires me to either reload the save, or the game. Last time something like this happened it was due to a mod conflict.

edit - saving the game to a new slot, then reloading that save seems to have fixed the issue.

Observe · Post by **Observe** » Wed, 27. Nov 13, 20:49

Dungeoncrawler wrote:
Observe wrote:
Dungeoncrawler wrote:Can't seem to exit external view by hitting the applicable key.
Make sure you give it a second to reset the menu after it goes full-screen, then pressing key 1 should exit. Either that, or something went wrong.
Must be conflicting with another mod I'm using? Not only can I not leave external view mode, but I cannot reenter the targeting menu after the first time. It requires me to either reload the save, or the game. Last time something like this happened it was due to a mod conflict.

Based on your description, I suspect it's something to do with my code rather than some other mod conflict. For one thing, there aren't many mods using this code-method.

I wonder if there is some particular sequence leading up to this condition? Or does it happen right away if you go Skunk external view?

Dungeoncrawler · Post by **Dungeoncrawler** » Wed, 27. Nov 13, 21:04

Observe wrote:
Dungeoncrawler wrote:
Observe wrote:
Dungeoncrawler wrote:Can't seem to exit external view by hitting the applicable key.
Make sure you give it a second to reset the menu after it goes full-screen, then pressing key 1 should exit. Either that, or something went wrong.
Must be conflicting with another mod I'm using? Not only can I not leave external view mode, but I cannot reenter the targeting menu after the first time. It requires me to either reload the save, or the game. Last time something like this happened it was due to a mod conflict.
Based on your description, I suspect it's something to do with my code rather than some other mod conflict. For one thing, there aren't many mods using this code-method.

I wonder if there is some particular sequence leading up to this condition? Or does it happen right away if you go Skunk external view?

Srry, guess you didn't see my edit

. Saving the game to a new slot, then loading that save seems to have fixed it.

Observe · Post by **Observe** » Wed, 27. Nov 13, 21:14

Dungeoncrawler wrote:Srry, guess you didn't see my edit . Saving the game to a new slot, then loading that save seems to have fixed it.

Thanks for letting me know! Please let me know if this (or anything else) happens again. In the meantime, I'm looking at my code to see if there is potential for some timing issue that could cause what you describe.

Thanks

Observe · Post by **Observe** » Wed, 27. Nov 13, 21:27

FYI: I have updated to 1.2.1 with possible fix to prevent the situation you described from happening. I'll be away for a few days, but please continue posting feedback.

Thanks!

Anubitus · Post by **Anubitus** » Fri, 29. Nov 13, 02:34

hey,

i tried your mod as i think its a great concept but somehow it dont work very well in my game..

the moment i click target in the modes selection the selection screen dissapears and i cant open any screen, not even the main menu where you can save, load, quit etc..

i have ceveral extentions installed:

5k scan range
better speed control
combat system extension
core shields
helpfull directions
improved engineer
improved fleets
lr scanner duration
manual command extension
no draft no traffic double speed highways
no more grandmas in space
no stardust
no steering mode notivication
npc bail modifier
rs stars
shield v2
show skills
smart miner
tastefull yisha armour
techno bar sfx
tie fighter boost sfx
UFO
warnign system extension

do you have an idea as to wich of these extensions might be conflicting with your mod..?

thanks

Thurmonator · Post by **Thurmonator** » Fri, 29. Nov 13, 10:16

there seem to be a few bugs with this version. Ther is a sound bug when using around highways. And there is a bug with the data window as well as the sound every time the range updates gets to be very monotonous, and sometimes it bugs out too. Thought you should know. Thx.

kaehla · Post by **kaehla** » Sat, 30. Nov 13, 10:05

Hi observe, as usual you are on board to improve X games.

Thank for this mod, juste one thing, are you able to make a t file ? It's easier to translate your mod (in french for my part).

spartanheyho · Post by **spartanheyho** » Sat, 30. Nov 13, 10:53

Got this debug text for your mod after starting new game in free play mode:

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[General] ======================================
[General] ======================================
[=ERROR=] LookupKeyName::LookupName(): The key name "diff" is not recognized in lookup 'ScriptXML'. Originated from: "extensions\osr_target_ext\md\MainMenu.xml.(pck|xml)"
[General] ======================================
[General] ======================================
[=ERROR=] LookupKeyName::LookupName(): The key name "sel" is not recognized in lookup 'ScriptXML'. Originated from: ""
[General] ======================================
[General] ======================================
[=ERROR=] LookupKeyName::LookupName(): The key name "add" is not recognized in lookup 'ScriptXML'. Originated from: "extensions\osr_target_ext\md\MainMenu.xml.(pck|xml)"
[General] ======================================
[General] ======================================
[=ERROR=] LookupKeyName::LookupName(): The key name "sel" is not recognized in lookup 'ScriptXML'. Originated from: ""
[General] ======================================
[General] ======================================
[=ERROR=] Error loading MD file extensions\osr_target_ext\md\MainMenu.xml: Invalid root node

Also, since latest version, the option to turn off data (was option 4 on menu screen) is gone. Is this intentional?

EDIT: Disregard debug log. Those reports are normal (.exe game bug that creates false flags) but my question still stands.

killerog · Post by **killerog** » Sat, 30. Nov 13, 14:45

Looking fantastic Observe

DeadlyDa · Post by **DeadlyDa** » Sat, 30. Nov 13, 23:06

Good stuff Observe!

Being a totally "retro" kind'a guy, I'm still running the 1.1 version...but frankly it's working really well for me.

I use a Corsair K90 keyboard, and setting up some of the macro keys for "target nearest" and "engage auto-target" really helps game play...especially in De Veies, where it's impossible to see the red icons against all the yellow backgrounds.

Thanks...

balogt · Post by **balogt** » Sat, 30. Nov 13, 23:11

well if it isnt deadly da. long time. how did you set the macro key..i was thinking of setting f10 or f11 to do that but am not sure how in this new game...ps i have an old "retro" pre windows keyboard..no windows keys. between ctrl and alt...so i am the truely retro guy

balog

DeadlyDa · Post by **DeadlyDa** » Sat, 30. Nov 13, 23:31

Hi balogt,

Long time...no speak!

Actually, the K90 is a "gaming keyboard", and has special configuration software and drivers to allow you to code macros for 1 of 18 special hardware keys.

I had to do this, since the macros I coded for my joy stick (Saitek X52-Pro) don't play back correctly with Rebirth.

Unfortunately I don't know of any way (at this point) to attach keystrokes to a standard PC function key

Vayde · Post by **Vayde** » Sun, 1. Dec 13, 00:34

Hello deadlyda, nice to see you on these forums again

Vayde

DeadlyDa · Post by **DeadlyDa** » Sun, 1. Dec 13, 01:00

Hey there Vayde! Thought I'd drop by and say thanks to Observe for the targeting mod.

I just logged an hour or so on our old X3R/DDTC mod, just to verify a few things...and to be honest it is still a great gaming experience.

Rebirth is of course a very different type of game, but hopefully as Ego brings more features online, and us "modder types" start filling in the gaps, it will be just as rewarding a gaming experience.

...catch ya on IM later.

killerog · Post by **killerog** » Sun, 1. Dec 13, 14:44

Wow has been along time since I last saw you around here balogt. Good to see you popup again

hannahb · Post by **hannahb** » Sat, 14. Dec 13, 10:58

Targeting with external camera, saaweeeet!

Observe · Post by **Observe** » Sat, 14. Dec 13, 20:03

Thank you everyone for your feedback, suggestions and kind words! I apologize for not responding sooner.

Due to other obligations, I won't be able to do much more with this for the time-being. Hopefully the mod can be useful to some in its current state.

Part of the reason I created this, was to provide examples of some of the things that can be accomplished with Mission Director code. Anyone is free to take this further if desired.

Thanks.

Post by **euclid** » Sun, 12. Jan 14, 03:56

Awesome work Observe, hope you are able to rejoin us soon

Cheers Euclid

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[MOD] Targeting UI Extension now with External Camera - (Nov 27, 2013)