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Virpil/VPC CM2 Throttle Customization for MSFS2020

To work with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, it is recommended to customize the Virpil CM2 Throttle (VPC MongoosT-50CM2 Throttle)

First, you will need to download and install the VPC Software from here.

Once installed, you may configure the CM2 throttle as follows:

  1. Open VPC Joystick Setup (the VPC Configuration Tool)

  2. At the top, select the CM2 throttle from the list if it isn't already, and click Load VPC Device if it isn't already loaded.

    • Note: if you cannot load the device, check to see if the software lists the device as VERSION NOT SUPPORTED. If you see VERSION NOT SUPPORTED, then you need to update the device's firmware before you can continue. Select the CM2 device from the list at the top, click Firmware, and click Start auto firmware update. Click OK to acknowledge the warning that appears. When the update completes, the device will disconnect and reconnect after a few seconds. Then, with the PROFILE button selected on the left side, select the correct device options (in my case, I selected:

      • 5-Way Mode Modifier from the middle dropdown

      • Did not select a panel (I don't have one)

      • The LEFT device side

      • Kept unchecked No twist grip (locked twist)

    • Next, I clicked CREATE NEW PROFILE. The device disconnected and reconnected, then I selected it again from the list at the top. After clicking on the AXIS button on the left, I clicked CALIBRATE AXES. To perform calibration, move each throttle slowly to its extreme forward and backward position. Repeat the process with the FLAPS lever. Next, slowly move the analog joystick that would be near the tip of your index finger (if gripped with your left hand) to the extreme four corners of its range, then let go of the joystick. Then do the same with the analog sliding switch near the tip of your third (ring) finger (if gripped with your left hand). Returning the sliding switch to the center/neutral position when done. Repeat the process, then click Save calibration to profile. The device will save and re-connnect after a few seconds.

  3. In the upper-right, ensure that the PRO control mode is selected.

  4. Click BUTTON on the left side.

  5. On the right, double-click on logic Button 34 (physical 042). Change its Mode to: Toggle ON Click SAVE.

  6. On the right, double-click on logic Button 35 (physical 044). Change its Mode to: Toggle ON Click SAVE.

  7. On the right, double-click on logic Button 36 (physical 046). Change its Mode to: Toggle ON Click SAVE.

  8. On the right, double-click on logic Button 37 (physical 048). Change its Mode to: Toggle ON Click SAVE.

  9. On the right, double-click on logic Button 80 (it should be currently unassigned, i.e., have no physical button). For Physical button, enter: 42. Then, change its mode to: Toggle OFF. Click SAVE.

  10. On the right, double-click on logic Button 81 (it should be currently unassigned). For Physical button, enter: 44. Then, change its mode to: Toggle OFF. Click SAVE.

  11. On the right, double-click on logic Button 82 (it should be currently unassigned). For Physical button, enter: 46. Then, change its mode to: Toggle OFF. Click SAVE.

  12. On the right, double-click on logic Button 83 (it should be currently unassigned). For Physical button, enter: 48. Then, change its mode to: Toggle OFF. Click SAVE.

  13. At the top, click SAVE VPC DEVICE.

  14. Use VPC Joystick Tester to confirm that moving T1-T4 up results in a momentary button press and that moving them down results in a different momentary button press.

  15. When done, close the VPC Joystick Tester Tool and the VPC Configuration Tool.

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