TrackIR Driving Enhancements - ATS/ETS2 1.41 to 1.52 - Updated 27/09/2024

[JHTrucker]

UPDATE: New mods 'TDE v2.0' and required line edits for your config_local.cfg & controls.sii files.
All line amendments are date highlighted.

Important: Along with controls.sii file updates you also need to update your config_local.cfg.

The menu mods have amended 'mod control' presets only, there's nothing new for you to adjust in the menu.
All your own presets in your eye_tracking_presets folder will still work.

All updated setup info is contained on 'Post 02 - mods and required file edits'.

What's new?
CAM 4 - Outside truck - Or use 'Look Action' - see below.
CAM SHIFT+4 - Game standard roof view.

New 'Look Action':
REFUEL button is now an ACTION button instead.
You can switch from driver to passenger to sleeper or outside by looking at the location and pressing ACTION button.
When outside you press 'Activate' to refuel, enter service, enter showroom or press attach/detach for your trailer etc or whichever icon you have parked on.
ACTION button can be setup to auto 'Activate' when pressed outside (like TDE v1.0 refueling did) if you want this instead but it may lead to unwanted activation's as it will 'activate' sleep/service/job select etc if you are parked on their icons and change to outside.

New: Outside movement - For both LHD & RHD trucks.
With your real steering wheel centered look outside and press ACTION button or press CAM 4.
When outside you turn your real wheel to walk from driver side door around the front of the truck to passenger side and along the side of the first trailer.
The truck wheels will not turn left/right as you turn your real steering wheel to provide the walking movement.

See updated first post for more info and example pictures.

[JHTrucker]

UPDATE: More uses for the 'Action' button.
Why fumble around trying to find buttons to press when you can just use the 'Action' button and your head.

All updated setup info is contained on 'Post 02 - Mods and required file edits'.
All line amendments are date highlighted.

What's new?

Attach or Detach your trailer when outside only.
Stand in front of the crank handle and press 'Action' button -> Attached or Detached.

Refuel when outside only.
Stand in front of the fuel tank(s) and press & hold 'Action' button -> Refueling.

Dashboard display - Step through available displays.
In drivers seat - Look straight ahead and down at the dash display and press 'Action' button to step through the screens.

Centre console GPS or windscreen GPS - Change from on/zoom1/zoom2/zoom3/zoom4/off.
In drivers seat - Look to GPS and press 'Action' button to step through the screens.

So the 'Action' button now has 8 uses, the above 4 and the existing 4:
Switch to and from driver seat to passenger seat to sleeper to outside.


See updated first post for more info and example pictures.

[JHTrucker]

Update:

For ATS & ETS2 game versions 1.38/1.39/1.40/1.41 only and when using in game FFB.
Reduced FFB wheel stiffness when the engine is switched off so that the wheel is much easier to turn when used to 'walk' outside the truck or move from drivers seat to passenger seat or sleeper area.

Details and required mod are in "Post 07 - Problems & Solutions" viewtopic.php?p=46506#p46506

Note: I use this with ETS2 1.41. My ATS is 1.42 and this easy fix isn't possible with the new FFB system.

[JHTrucker]

Update: For game version 1.43 but new mods and line edits still work for game versions down to 1.38.
(Never use old TDE mods with the current line edits regardless of the game version you're using).

What's changed?
Outside 'walk' path distance increased.

You now need to look down at the crank handle to activate it when using the 'Action' button to help to prevent accidentally detaching your trailer.

You can now use your real accelerator and brake pedals to adjust the 'walk' path if your trailer isn't inline with the truck.

Optional - Use your H-Shifter to select 6 predefined 'walk' paths.

New menu mods that work for game versions 1.38 to 1.43:
The Unsupported Menu Mods can now disable window blocking, if required.
TDE (Unsupported) Driver - 1.43v2.2.scs
TDE (Unsupported) No Driver - 1.43v2.2.scs
2 new 'unsupported' presets:
"CAM 1: Unsupported LHD Truck - Defaults with No Window Blocking"
"CAM 1: Unsupported RHD Truck - Defaults with No Window Blocking"
So if you don't like having your head blocked, but really want the other stuff, use one of those mods & presets for all trucks, then adjust to your liking and save.

For both 'supported' & 'unsupported' mods:
You can now set these 'presets' that double your head yaw speed, when outside only, if required. Useful to help keep your head from being too far from your screen centre when turning 180 degress to 'walk' back to your cab.
uset g_eye_preset_5 "g:RHD_ETS_outside_steer2"
uset g_eye_preset_4 "g:LHD_ATS_outside_steer2"
OR
uset g_eye_preset_4 "g:LHD_ETS_outside_steer2"

First post has all the updated descriptions and example pictures.
Second post has the required date highlighted line edits along with game version 1.43 numbers for all edits.

Line edits amended: 273 276 278 300 307 366
Line edits new: 291 299

[JHTrucker]

UPDATE:

Lines 497/498/499/500/501 (mix eyepreset1/2/3/4/5) amended to prevent a potential, but harmless, error in the game log. See post 2.

New mod 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator v2' on post 5.
If you have all your 'CAM 1 Driving Presets' created to suit the trucks you drive, then you can now keep enabled 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator' and still be able to select your 'CAM 1 Driving Presets' to suit the truck you're currently driving whilst also being able to create, adjust & save CAM 2 & CAM 3 presets as required.

Note: You still need to remove this mod 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator' to Create, Adjust & Save your own 'CAM 1 Driving Presets' or change the load order as shown in post 5.

[JHTrucker]

UPDATE:

New menu mods:
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV xx - 1.43v3.0.scs - For Supported game standard trucks and the only one I use when driving as I don't use mods.
TDE (Unsupported) Driver - 1.43v3.0.scs - For all trucks, in game and mods. Driver model visible. Window blocking can be disabled if required.
TDE (Unsupported) No Driver - 1.43v3.0.scs - For all trucks, in game and mods. Driver model removed. Window blocking can be disabled if required.
TDE (g_cam_window_block) Driver - 1.43v3.0.scs - For all trucks, in game and mods. Driver model visible. Window blocking uses g_cam_window_block.
TDE (g_cam_window_block) No Driver - 1.43v3.0.scs - For all trucks, in game and mods. Driver model removed. Window blocking uses g_cam_window_block.

When using the brand new - 'TDE (g_cam_window_block) - 1.43v3.0.scs' menu mod the window blocking is made to work using SCS's g_cam_window_block, despite SCS disabling it for head tracking users. It works in the same way that I developed for my 'Trackir Option 7 Window Block' mod.
So if you're a 'Option 7' user who prefers that type of window blocking but would really like all the extra stuff that TDE provides, then you can now use 'TDE (g_cam_window_block) - 1.43v3.0.scs' along with all the TDE required line edits.

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TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV xx - 1.43v3.0.scs - Change to the way your head moves out of the drivers side window, for Supported trucks only, to reduce the lunge effect.
The original movement was made to work with all truck types to prevent you seeing the side mirror change from high detail to low detail and/or side exhaust 'popping' into view. The new way, each game can have their own settings to provide a more natural head movement.
You now need to set "Window 'Extra Lean Out'" to the below values to prevent you from seeing the mirrors or side exhaust from changing from high to low detail.
ATS Day Cab - Window 'Extra Lean Out' 1.0
ATS Sleeper - Window 'Extra Lean Out' 3.0
ETS (cab over) - Window 'Extra Lean Out' 0.0
Those are my recommended lowest defaults, you can however still set these to how you want them.

There's also new/updated 'CAM 1 Presets' to go with the above change:
CAM 1: Supported ATS LHD SCS Truck - Defaults
CAM 1: Supported ETS LHD SCS Truck - Defaults
CAM 1: Supported ETS RHD SCS Truck - Defaults

CAM 1: Supported ATS LHD SCS Truck - Day Cab - JHT
CAM 1: Supported ATS LHD SCS Truck - Sleeper - JHT
CAM 1: Supported ETS LHD SCS Truck - JHT
CAM 1: Supported ETS RHD SCS Truck - JHT

NOTE: Just to be clear - These are unaffected by the above Window 'Extra Lean Out' requirements as all movement is done by the SCS default camera files.
TDE (Unsupported) - 1.43v3.0.scs
TDE (g_cam_window_block) - 1.43v3.0.scs

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Added clutch pedal 'walking' movement outside:
Use your clutch pedal to move away from your truck and trailer but keeping parallel with the original 'walk' path around your truck and trailer.
Useful if you want to stand back to take a screenshot from eye level, check external cab accessories or step to the side to 'walk' past a wide load on the trailer etc.

Note: Refueling and 'look up to get back into cab' actions are disabled if the clutch pedal is pressed as you won't be next to the truck.

TDE - Post 06 - Optional controls.sii file line edits
Added alternative to accelerator/brake/clutch pedal 'walking' movement if the movement is too twitchy due to 'dirty pots'.
Pressing the pedals will now split the movement in to 4 steps which makes it easier to hold the position where you want it.

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Added missing TIR Roll head movement to passenger seat & sleeper cameras.
Note: Requires config_lines[56]: "constant c_ht_roll 1.000000". That will now enable head roll for driving seat, passenger seat, sleeper & outside.

TDE - Post 06 - Optional controls.sii file line edits.
Replacement head roll movement if you don't like head roll when driving - Enable head roll for passenger seat, sleeper & outside only.

If you don't want any head roll movement:
config_lines[56]: "constant c_ht_roll 0.000000".

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Amended 'Lean Zone' slider. As well as the original function of using this to lean towards the passenger side mirror in a more realistic way, it will now also auto roll your head left/right slightly when looking far left/right. Most noticeable when your head is out of the window looking back at your trailer. This roll movement is further increased by the 'Window Extra Lean Out' slider. Setting 'Lean Zone' slider to 0 will disable these functions.

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Fixed 'Head Zoom' movement in drivers seat as it didn't work correctly with high 'zoom zone' slider values.
Added 'Head Zoom' movement to passenger seat & sleeper cameras. 'Head zoom' in all directions regardless of the 'Zoom View' & 'Zoom Zone' sliders, which are used for the driving seat only.

TDE - Post 06 - Optional controls.sii file line edits.
Replacement 'Head Zoom' movement - Only 'Head Zoom' when in driving seat.

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Added 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator v2.1.zip'
This file contains two more 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator v2' mods (original v2 mods haven't changed):
TDE (g_cam_window_block) Driver
TDE (g_cam_window_block) No Driver
As previously stated, all 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator v2' mods are the same except their reference to the main TDE mod in use.

Added 'Passenger Seat & Sleeper Presets v2.zip'.
This file now contains all passenger seat & sleeper presets for all current ATS & ETS2 game standard trucks LHD & RHD.
ATS - Supported Mod - Full look movement\eye_tracking_presets\xxxxxxx.sii
ATS - Unsupported or g_cam_window_block Mod - 90 degree limit\eye_tracking_presets\xxxxxxx.sii
ETS2 - Supported Mod - Full look movement\eye_tracking_presets\xxxxxxx.sii
ETS2 - Unsupported or g_cam_window_block Mod - 90 degree limit\eye_tracking_presets\xxxxxxx.sii

Note: These new files will just overwrite the original content of 'Passenger Seat Presets v1.0.zip'.
If you change in game between 'Supported mod' & 'Unsupported or g_cam_window_block Mod' then you should overwrite these 'xxxxxxx.sii' files with the required other eye_tracking_presets. Both sets of presets per game have the same file names to make swapping over easier.
*** The sleeper camera position is different between 'Supported mod' & 'Unsupported or g_cam_window_block Mod' and will therefore look wrong if the you don't match them as stated ***.

You're still free to use 'TDE Cabin Camera Creator' to place your cameras where you want them.

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Added missing 'Disable TrackIR - Mouse only' preset to 'TDE (Unsupported)' menus.

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The first post has been amended with all the new & updated info and pictures - Date highlighted.

The second post has:
The required 'TrackIR Driving Enhancements v3.0.zip' file.
All the new and amended controls.sii file line edits - Date highlighted.

The fifth post has the 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator v2.1.zip' file and the optional 'Passenger Seat & Sleeper Presets v2.zip' file.

For your information:
Line edits amended (version 1.43 numbers): 185, 199, 272, 273, 274, 275, 276, 277, 278, 291, 299, 300, 494 & 497.
Line edits added (version 1.43 numbers): 56, 223, 226 & 298.
If in doubt, just carefully re-apply all line edits again.

Note: After posting the line edits, I always copy all of them from the post into a new controls.sii file to check everything functions and there's no red text errors in the console. That way I'm happy that I haven't made a mistake when updating the post.
So, backup your current controls.sii file, then just take your time to copy/paste them into your file.

As always, only use the currently attached menu mod with all the line edits shown in post 2.
That combination will work for game versions 1.38 to 1.43.

[JHTrucker]

UPDATE:

New menu mods v4.0

ATS International 9900i is now 'Supported' when using 'TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV xx - 1.43v4.0.scs'

Added collision when 'walking' outside. If your truck & trailer are not inline and you 'walk' into the side of your trailer, you'll hop over it rather than pass through it. It's not ideal but that's how the game code reacts to collision data.

New - Devcam intergration (Optional):
Driver seat -> Look down at the floor between drivers seat and passenger seat -> Press 'Action' -> Devcam (under truck).
Use wheel/pedals/shifter to control the devcam, when finished -> Press 'Action' -> If your wheel is centered you'll be stood outside the drivers door -> Look up to Driver door window -> Press 'Action' -> Driver seat.

Note: You can still use mouse & keyboard.

Amended downward pitch movement/limit - Supported only - 'TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV xx - 1.43v4.0.scs'

Minor tweak to 'auto head roll' movement when looking over your shoulder and leaning out of the window.

New 'TDE - Passenger Seat & Sleeper Presets v3.zip' - Added ATS International 9900i presets.

The 1st post has updated descriptions and pictures.
The 2nd post has all the required line edits & menu mods, date highlighted.
The 5th post has 'TDE - Passenger Seat & Sleeper Presets v3.zip'.
The 6th post 'Optional controls.sii file line edits' has the Devcam line edits & setup options.

Line edits added: 194 - (Optional Devcam control 175, 176, 177, 178, 197, 198, 209 & 210)
Line edits amended: 189, 274, 275, 276, 502 & 503

[JHTrucker]

TrackIR Driving Enhancements - Demo videos --> viewtopic.php?p=46613#p46613

[JHTrucker]

Update: Compatibility changes caused by game version 1.44

All changes apply to game versions 1.38 to 1.44.

Amended line edits: 191/195/205/280/283/284/306/313/339/340/375/377/507.

New TDE menu mods (Ensure you use the correct mod for your game version):
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 50 - v4.1 (1.41-1.43).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 55 - v4.1 (1.41-1.43).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 60 - v4.1 (1.41-1.43).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 65 - v4.1 (1.41-1.43).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 70 - v4.1 (1.41-1.43).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 50 - v5.0 (1.44).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 55 - v5.0 (1.44).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 60 - v5.0 (1.44).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 65 - v5.0 (1.44).scs
TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV 70 - v5.0 (1.44).scs

TDE (g_cam_window_block) Driver - v4.1 (1.38-1.43).scs
TDE (g_cam_window_block) No Driver - v4.1 (1.38-1.43).scs
TDE (g_cam_window_block) Driver - v5.0 (1.44).scs
TDE (g_cam_window_block) No Driver - v5.0 (1.44).scs

TDE (Unsupported) Driver - v4.1 (1.38-1.43).scs
TDE (Unsupported) No Driver - v4.1 (1.38-1.43).scs
TDE (Unsupported) Driver - v5.0 (1.44).scs
TDE (Unsupported) No Driver - v5.0 (1.44).scs
Note: Menu mods v4.1 & v5.0 have exactly the same look and functionality, there's nothing new, only game version compatibility fixes.

Amended 'Trigger Zoom' & 'Supported Pitch Down' sliders and associated line edits to enable code compatibility with game versions 1.38 to 1.44.
'Trigger Zoom' is now 0-100% - Default 90%
'Supported Pitch Down' is now 0-100% = 0-10 degrees - Default 0% - (Only available when using 'TrackIR Driving Enhancements FOV xx' mods).
Note: If you've previously saved CAM 1 presets then you'll need to re-save them to ensure 'Trigger Zoom' & 'Supported Pitch Down' values are correct.

Amended line edits to prevent any problems that might arise if you have deadzones in your TrackIR software Yaw & Pitch curves.

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New 'TDE - Cabin Camera Creator' menu mods (Ensure you use the correct mod for your game version):
TDE - Cabin Camera Creator - v2.1 (1.38-1.43).scs
TDE - Cabin Camera Creator - v3.0 (1.44).scs
Note: Menu mods v2.1 & v3.0 have exactly the same look and functionality, there's nothing new, only game version compatibility fixes.

New 'TDE Passenger Seat & Sleeper Presets v4'
Presets re-edited to work with game versions 1.38 to 1.44.
Added preset "CAM 3: LHD Freightliner Cascadia 2022 Large Sleeper Seat" so you can sit on the chair that comes with that sleeper option.

General Note:
Due to SCS changes in 1.44, any presets you save using game versions 1.38 to 1.43 will need to be re-saved once you change to game version 1.44 to prevent a harmless 'yellow' warning error in your console / game log.
"<WARNING> Ignoring obsolete attribute 'gaze_view_scale' of unit..."
To fix that:
Use 'Current Active Settings' drop down list to select your preset to convert to 1.44 format.
Click 'X' to delete it. Preset name will change to 'Custom' but sliders will remain as they were.
Click '+' to save it. Type your preset name.

[JHTrucker]

Update:

Improvements to 'Look Action' switching to Devcam or switching to Outside not always working correctly if the 'Action' button was pressed too quickly.

Reduced outside yaw movement from x2.0 to x1.6 when using one of the 'outside_steer2' presets. This reduces head yaw sensitivity whilst still having enough yaw movement while walking.

Amended line edits date highlighted on post 2 for "mix cam1...", "mix cam5...", "mix headtryaw...", "mix eyepreset1...", "mix eyepreset4..." & "mix eyepreset5..."

If you're already using the optional "Control Devcam with your wheel/pedals/shifter" edits then you also need to do this:
Amended line edit date highlighted on post 6 'TDE - Optional controls.sii file line edits' for "mix camdbg..."

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NEW: Optional - Non-linear Brake pedal movement.
This gives a more progressive brake pedal feel, rather than the default linear motion, whilst still having maximum braking force when you fully press your brake pedal.

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There's no update required for the currently available 1.38-1.44 'Menu mods', just keep using them with these line edits.

I haven't as yet tested game version 1.45.