Light source changes when you pan in the VC

[sidfadc]

Hi,

First post here, I've uploaded this video over at Avsim to indicate a problem with the light source changing from light to dark when panning the VC. The video also demonstrates rain fall stopping and starting (unintended by me).

https://youtu.be/4uCh2iJJdno

Video number 2 also highlights weird shadow issues which was remedied somewhat by increasing my shadow draw distance to HIGH but the issue isn't totally resolved. I also see cloud shadows disappear and reappear when I'm panning around in the VC.

https://youtu.be/k3-Scce60_8

I'm wondering what your thoughts are on these issues?

Thanks

[Brady Butler]

Hello sidfadc,

Someone linked one of your videos in this thread.

http://www.prepar3d.com/forum/viewtopic ... 4&t=126181

If the issue is caused by an add-on, you will likely want to reach out to the add-on developer for direct support. If they need any support with development, they should not hesitate to contact us.

Regards,
Brady

[sidfadc]

Hi,

I do use PTA and I already saw that "solution" on Avsim before posting here, I tried it and it didn't work. I'll restore default shaders completely and see if the light source changes.

What about the disappearing/reappearing cloud shadows? Associated with PTA as well?

I'll do some more investigation and report back.

Thanks

[sidfadc]

ok I can confirm restoring original shaders through PTA did not resolve video number 1, which is light source changes when panning the view.

[Brady Butler]

Hello sidfadc,

We do have a known behavior bug with cloud casting turned on, which is known specifically to affect shadows on the aircraft, but not on the ground around it. Please refer to this post:
http://www.prepar3d.com/forum/viewtopic ... 4&t=125862

If you can confirm that turning cloud casting off fixes the problem, can you post the video you already made and results into that thread?

Regards,
Brady

[sidfadc]

Hi Brady

Just watched the videos in the other thread and its the same issue, so I'll deactivate cloud casting and report my finsings in that other thread. Its not a massive issue but it is really annoying and dilutes the immersion factor.

Thanks
Sid