ATC Software

All about Euroscope!

Euroscope Installation

Euroscope is a very powerful software used for the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) on the Vatsim network. It is important to setup the software correctly, before controlling. It will take some time until you feel familiar with it.

Installation

Downloads – both are required

Visual C++ Redistributable x86: https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x86.exe
EuroScope Version 3.2.3.2: https://euroscope.hu/install/EuroScopeSetup.3.2.3.2.msi
The currently tested and approved EuroScope version is 3.2.3.2.

There are newer versions (3.2.4+), however these versions all have been causing various issues and are not approved for usage in Germany.

Versions 3.2.3 and older will also not work due to new VATSIM authentication requirements. For further information check your respective NAV team's announcements.

Please install the software into a directory of your choice.

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Frankfurt Tower - Radar View

Audio for Vatsim (AfV)

To use voice communication you have to install the additional software Audio for Vatsim. After that, run the software and check the settings for your audio devices and enter your ID and password. While controlling, it's recommended to run the software as administrator to work correctly in the background.

For push to talk we recommend the left ctrl (Strg) button at your keyboard.

If you have a primary frequency set in Euroscope, AfV will set it's frequency automatically after clicking on "connect".

Initial Setup

After installing the software you still need the sectorfile, where you get all local data from you need for controlling. Additional to the sectorfile we offer a variety of files and plugins pre installed, so that this package is ready to use for you. You can download the different packages for each FIR at files.aero-nav.com/EDXX.

Download the package and create a folder anywhere you like (recommended at C:\Users\me\Documents\EuroScope). For a better overview we recommend to name the folder according to the FIR where the data is coming from (EDGG, EDMM or EDWW). Copy all provided data into the folder in the same structure as download, as it will not work otherwise!

Select a Profile: After you've done the above steps, you can open Euroscope and you are prompted to select a profile (.prf file). Choose one of the provided ones and you are ready to use Euroscope and all it's features. Different views and airports are already predefined. Therefore you have to click on "OPEN SCT" in the green colored menu bar and select one of the listed .asr files or load one of other provided files via the "Open..." menu.

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Open a new .asr file for different views
 Disable "auto load" and "auto save"

If you would like to open a different profile over the time or you have some problems with different views (e.g. you have choosen the "wrong" profile), it's highly recommended to disable the "Auto load last profile on startup" and "Auto save profile on exit" items to always select the profile manually.

You can find these options at OTHER SET at the top menu bar of Euroscope.

Login as Observer

You can always login as observer (OBS). Open your profile of choice and click on "Connect" at the upper left corner. As Callsign we suggest to use XX_OBS with XX replaced by your initials (the _OBS at the end is required). Enter your ID and password, check your rating (probably observer), choose your server and you can connect to Vatsim.

Listen to the Frequency: In order to listen to other controllers, you have to open AfV and click on connect thereafter. Then you need to click on the small "+" to enter the station Login into the search window you would like to listen to (e.g. EDDF_S_TWR). You will get a selection of frequencies to listen to. Click on RX and you will hear the controller and the pilots on that frequency.

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Audio for Vatsim when logged in as Observer

Select the active airport and runways: It is also recommended to activate the airport and it's select runways. Only if the airport is selected, you can see information in the different lists (e.g. you will only see Frankfurt departures in the departliste list, if EDDF is activated). Simply click on the runway symbol at the menu bar at the top, activate the airport for ARR and DEP, chose the runway and you can see everything the controller sees as well.

Reset visual point: If you can't see any traffic as Observer even if there should be some, it might be your visual point is to far away from the airport you are looking at.

To reposition your center of view, enter .vis into the command line at the bottom and click into the scope. Your center of view is repositioned thereafter.

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Euroscope connection dialog when login as Observer

AIRAC and NAV data updates

The aviation community publishes regular updates to aeronautical data (airports, procedures, stands, etc.) in a coordinated fashion every 28 days on a Thursday. The schedule is available at Eurocontrol.

At VATGER, we closely follow this schedule to bring updates to the navigation data, as well as other improvements to the controller setups every month, sometimes also out of schedule if important issues need to be fixed.

In order to ensure that all controllers have the same, correct and up-to-date information available which in turn enables the enjoyment of your colleagues and pilots, it is important to keep your setup maintained! We consider this to be part of the local procedures you are required to follow as per the VATSIM CoC.

To help you know when to update, all three FIRs publish updates to the sector files here:

In addition, the central German NAV department maintains a forums presence where country-wide updates are posted.

We strongly suggest you watch (German: "Beobachten") the respective threads (upper right corner) and enable email notifications to get notified about updates you are expected to perform. Refer to the respective FIR documentation in this knowledge base section for further details about updating.

If you encounter any issues, all FIRs also maintain issue reporting threads:

Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Installation Euroscope Package

The current Euroscope Package of Bremen FIR is tested with Euroscope version 3.2.3.2. You may use an other version at your own risk. You can download Euroscope Version 3.2.3.2 here: https://euroscope.hu/install/EuroScopeSetup.3.2.3.2.msi

Available Packages

Currently, the following Packages are provided for controlling at Bremen FIR: 

All official packages can be downloaded here: https://files.aero-nav.com/edww

There is no download via Euroscope available. When updating, overwrite all existing files in your EDWW Euroscope directory.

Update Information

Whenever the current package is updated, it will be announced on the Vatsim Germany Forums: https://board.vatsim-germany.org/threads/airac-news.71284/ 

We recommend subscribing to this forum topic to not miss any important announcements!

Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Plugins and Functions

Topsky Plugin

Currently used Version in Package: v2.5b15

This plugin simulates a real-life ATC system, called Topsky. It adds a huge amount of functionalities to Euroscope, creating a completely new way of controlling aircraft on the Vatsim Network. It is strongly recommended to read through the Topsky documentation before controlling. Detailed manuals of the plugin can be found in the plugin folder of the EDWW FIR Euroscope package. This page will only cover package-specific settings:

Area Activation/Airspace Management

The Airspace Management window will show up as soon as you start Euroscope (EDWW, EDYY, EDUU only). This is necessary to ensure that all restricted airspaces load up correctly. Restricted airspaces can activate time-based, based on real-world booking schedules (AUP) or when activated by a member of the EDWW Nav Team. Besides that, the virtual controller can adjust any area locally as well. 

TRAs and VPAs will only activate automatically when actually booked or used on the Vatsim network. In this case, a member of the EDWW Nav team will activate the booked areas (https://github.com/VATGER-Nav/EDWW-Area-Activation). Usually, the virtual controller will be informed if areas are booked in this thread of the Vatsim Germany Forums: https://board.vatsim-germany.org/threads/area-booking-vatger.67465/. In this case, the virtual controller must activate the "Remote" activation function in the Airspace Management Window. 

All other ED-Rs will activate according to the German AIP and AUP. 

The Airspace Management Window will also appear when connecting to the Vatsim Network. In all cases, the virtual controller may close the window, as it is usually not required during controlling sessions. 

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CPDLC/DCL (Datalink)

Topsky adds Datalink functions such as CPDLC and DCL. CPDLC shall only be used when covering EDYY or EDUU sectors. DCL is available at EDDB, EDDH and EDDV only. 

Topsky Local Settings

It is possible to adjust all Topsky settings to your personal preferences. We prepared some useful settings in the TopskySettingsLocal.txt file which can be found in the Topsky directory of the package. This file includes settings like colour settings, radio direction finder and scaling options. 

It is also possible to adjust every other Topsky setting. Whenever changing Topsky settings, we recommend saving them in the local settings file, as local settings will not get overridden when updating your packing by using the "Update Package" download. Local Settings always take priority. 

Topsky Track Control

For some label/tag items, it is possible to define certain visibility settings. This creates the possibility to configure your tag/label according to your personal preferences. The track control menu can be opened by right-clicking on the Topsky Menu bar and then "Track Control..." > "Unselected Label Fields":

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Currently, only the EDUU tag/label can be customized fully. All other labels/tags might not support Topsky's track control.

Predicted Traffic Window

The predicted traffic window helps the virtual controller to better foresee the peak times of sectors. This window will appear as soon as you connect to the Vatsim network. The virtual controller then needs to enter the SI code for the desired sector (e.g. Müritz = MRZ). 

Ground Radar Plugin (GRP)

Currently used Version in Package: v1.5

This plugin simulates a real-life Groundradar Display (SAAB A3000 A-SMGCS) by adding custom tags/labels, lists, maps and many other features and warnings. A detailed manual of the plugin can be found in the plugin folder of the EDWW FIR euroscope package. Here are some of the most important features and functions:

Menu Bar

The menu bar holds all the customizable options of the Ground Radar Plugin. Besides the various warnings and sub-menus, the QNH and LVP modes be seen in the menu bar. Whenever LVP conditions exist, the virtual controller shall activate the LVP mode to toggle maps (e.g. CAT II/III holding points) and LVP warnings. 

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Airport Maps

Airport maps can be toggled on manually or automatically. This adds the possibility to add certain NOTAM maps or other useful information for the virtual controller. All maps may vary depending on the airport/Ground ASR used. You can activate or deactivate maps by clicking on "Functions" then "Maps" in the Ground Radar Plugin Menu Bar:

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Second Ground Radar Window

It is possible to open a second ground radar display to observe specific areas of the ground radar more closely. The second ground radar window can be opened by clicking on "Window" then "2nd":

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Approach Window

An approach window can be opened to observe approaching and departing aircraft as well as aircraft within the CTR. The approach window can be opened by clicking on "Window" then "APP". Note, that the approach window of GRP shall not replace the TWR radar screen/ASR. 

Labels

At most airports, the ground radar labels/tags will only be displayed when departing aircraft are assigned a ground state. For arriving aircraft, the ground radar label/tag can be hidden by setting the parking ground state. 

Stand assignment

The ground radar plugin is capable of assigning arrival stands based on aerodrome restrictions and company policies. We strongly recommend using the stands assigned by the ground radar plugin. The assigned stands are visible the the aircraft's tag and in the arrival list. 

vSID Plugin

Currently used Version in Package: v0.11.1

This plugin will automatically assign a departure runway and SID based on SOP regulations and the aircraft's equipment. 

Further information about the usage of the plugin: https://knowledgebase.vatsim-germany.org/books/vsid-plugin/page/vsid-controller-manual 

Plugin commands for EDDB and EDDV are available. 

CDM Plugin

Currently used Version in Package: v2.2.4

This plugin adds the possibility to control departure flows by calculating startup and departure times. It can only be used in the Tower profiles (PHX). The CDM plugin is only configured for EDDB and EDDH, as those are the only two airports having the A-CDM process implemented in real life. 

Further information about the usage of the plugin: https://dms.vatsim-germany.org/s/odw629qZk5WezPi  

Squawk Message/Warning

Currently used Version in Package: v1.0.1

Created by Vatsim member Pol Eyschen, this plugin displays a message/indicator in the aircraft's labels when squawking a specific transponder code. 

The following indications are available in the EDWW FIR package: 

Indication
 Squawks
 Description
NDSSR 1200, 2000, 2200, 0000 Displayed whenever a non-discrete squawk code is used. 
V 7000 Used by uncontrolled VFR aircraft (Squawk VFR)
RESCU 0020 Used by rescue helicopters
FOTO 0021 Used during areal photo flights
BPO 0023 Used by the federal police 
TFFN 0024 Used by flight within the Night Low Flying System with terrain following
PJE 0025 Used by flights performing Parachute Jumping Exercises (PJE)
POLNL 0026 Used by the police of The Netherlands
ACRO 0027 Used by acrobatic flights
CAL 0030 Used by calibration flights
OPSKY 0031 Used by "Open Skies" flights
VM 0033 Used by uncontrolled military VFR aircraft (Squawk military VFR)
SAR 0034 Used for aircraft on Search and rescue missions
AIRCL 0035 Used for aircraft switching flight rules
POL 0036 Used by police flights
BIV 0037 Used by police flights using night vision systems
FDF 4450 Used of FIS Region/Sector Frankfurt (DF)
FDR 4451 Used of FIS Region/Sector Saarbrücken (DR)
FDS 4452 Used of FIS Region/Sector Stuttgart (DS)
FDM 4453 Used of FIS Region/Sector München (DM)
FDO 4454 Used of FIS Region/Sector München Overload (DO)
TMZ 4471, 4472, 4476, 4477, 4660, 4676,  Used for flights within TMZ (check location regulations for correct transponder code)
CHX4 4473 Used by rescue helicopter Christoph 4 (CHX4)
BALL 4474 Used by balloon flights inside EDDV CTR
UAS 4475 Used by unmanned aircraft inside EDDH, EDDV and EDDW CTR
LIB 4670 Used by police helicopters "Libelle 1" (LIB1) and "Libelle 2" (LIB2)
VDH 4672 Used by Hamburg Tower (EDDH) for VFR flights inside CTR
SSF 4673 TBC
EDHI 4675 Used by Finkenwerder Tower (EDHI) for VFR flights
HL 4677 Used by Lübeck Tower (EDHL) for VFR flights
VOUT 7001 Used for VFR traffic leaving the CTR (EDDH)
VIN 7002 Used for VFR traffic entering the CTR (EDDH)
HELI 7003 Used for helicopters inside the CTR (EDDH)
TWR 7004-7067 Used for VFR traffic inside the CTR  (EDDH)
SAR 7377 Used by rescue helicopter Christoph 31 (CHX31)
FDH 7740 Used of FIS Region/Sector Hamburg (DH)
FDB 7741 Used of FIS Region/Sector Berlin (DB)
FDL 7742 Used of FIS Region/Sector Düsseldorf (DL)
FDV 7743 Used of FIS Region/Sector Hannover (DV)
FDC 7744 Used of FIS Region/Sector Dresden (DC)
FSW 7745 Used of FIS Region/Sector Hamburg Overload (SW)

Link to plugin: not available

Arrival Manager (AMAN)

Currently used Version in Package: v3.2.0

This plugin displays every arrival to a certain airport or fix along a timeline thus enhancing the general overview for pre-planning and capacity/load management. The Arrival Manager is not able to actively pre-sequence traffic. 

By default, the plugin is not loaded as only EDDB and EDDH are supported aerodromes. The Arrival Manager can be opened by entering ".aman open" in Euroscope's text line. Thereafter, the controller has to select the desired runway config in the top left of the AMAN menu. AMAN functions as a new Euroscope instance thus enabling it to be moved to another screen. You can close the AMAN in your taskbar. 

IASsure

Currently used Version in Package: v1.5.0

This plugin enables you to directly see the current indicated airspeed and Mach number in the aircraft's label. Natively, Euroscope and Vatsim do not provide such information. All IAS and Mach values are based on calculations, which may become incorrect when pilots are not flying with real-world and live weather data. Still, this plugin supports the virtual controller immensely.

CCAMS (Centralised code assignment and management system)

Currently used Version in Package: v2.4.0

This plugin coordinates all squawk assignments on Vatsim on a centralized server. Therefore, the chance of issuing duplicated squawks is reduced significantly. Furthermore, the plugin supports the assignment of squawk code 1000 taking into account all required Mode-S rules. 

VCH (Virtual Controller Helper)

Currently used Version in Package: v0.8.4

This plugin supports the controller by adding a reminder function to Euroscope. In the Departure and Startup lists, the virtual controller may select for which type of clearance a pilot is standing by. This enhances overall situational awareness and provides a better overview. Also, this plugin adds a "Cleared to Land Indicator" (CTL) which can be toggled in the aircraft's label by clicking on the actual flight level (AFL). 

Note: All indicators and settings are not synchronized with neighbouring controllers. 

Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Tags Explanation

EDWW - Bremen Radar Profile

Colors EDWW

Color State Meaning

 

 Assumed
Transfer initiated		 Track is assumed
Track is being transferred to the next controller

 

 Notified
Coordinated		 Track will enter the active sector (> 15 min)
Track will enter the active sector (< 15 min)

 

Unconcerned

Redundant

Track will not enter active sector

Track has been transferred to the next controller but is still inside the active sector

 

 Urgency STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

 

 Warning Risk, APW, not confirmed STAR/SID/RWY

 

 Information

 

 Proposition in/out Outgoing or incoming coordination requests

 

 Proposition accepted Accepted coordination requests

Label EDWW

Untagged Label

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Item
 Name
 Description
CALLSIGN Callsign --
GS Groundspeed --
AFL Actual Flight Level --
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending

Tagged Label

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Item
 Name
 Description
WARNINGS Warnings Any form of Topsky Warnings (e.g. APW, MTCD, STCA, CLAM, RAM)
SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation to indicate certain flight movements
CTL Cleared to Land Indicator Only shown when toggled (right-click on AFL in detailed tag)
CALLSIGN Callsign
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category Only shown when WTC is not Medium
GS Groundspeed
AFL Actual Flight Level --
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
CFL Cleared Flight Level Only shown when CFL does not match AFL
RFL Requested Final Level Only shown when changed by the previous sector
ADES Destination Aerodrome Only shown when toggled in the detailed tag
PEL Planned Entry Level Only shown during coordination
XFL Planned Exit Level Only shown during coordination
COP Coordination Point Only shown during coordination
AHDG Assigned Heading Only shown during coordination
ASP  Assigned Speed Only shown when assigned
DMACH Downloaded MACH Actual MACH of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown when toggled in the detailed tag
DIAS Downloaded IAS Actual IAS of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations)

Detailed Label

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
WARNINGS Warnings Any form of Topsky Warnings (e.g. APW, MTCD, STCA, CLAM, RAM)

SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation to indicate certain flight movements

CTL Cleared to Land Indicator Only shown when toggled (right-click on AFL in detailed tag)

CALLSIGN Callsign
Open Topsky Callsign Menu Open Euroscope Handoff Menu
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category

Assume/Transfer
FR Flight Rule Indicator
Open Euroscope F-Plan Open Euroscope F-Plan
SSR Transmitted SSR Transmitted Squawk Code  Auto Assign Squawk Open Squawk Menu
SI Sector Indicator IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed		 Open Next Controller Menu Toggle SI/frequency
GS Groundspeed


AFL Actual Flight Level

Toggle CTL Indicator
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending

CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending

CFL Cleared Flight Level
Open Topsky CFL/PEL Menu Open Euroscope CFL Menu
ARC Assigned Vertical Rate
Open Topsky ARC Menu Open Euroscope ARC Menu
XFL Planned Exit/Entry Level

Prior sector entry: Planned Entry Level

When tracked: Planned Exit Level

 Open PEL/XFL Menu -
RFL Requested Final Level


Open Topsky RFL Menu Open Euroscope RFL Menu
ADES Destination Aerodrome


Toggle ADES display for tagged label Open Euroscope F-Plan
COP Coordination Point

IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP

 Open Topsky Waypoint Menu Toggle Route Draw
AHDG Assigned Headings

Only shown during coordination

 Open Topsky AHDG Menu Open Topsky AHDG Menu
TRACK Current Magnetic Track


Open Topsky AHDG Menu Open Euroscope AHDG Menu
ATYP Aircraft Type


Open Communications Menu Open Topsky F-Plan
ASP Assigned Speed


Open Topsky ASP Menu Open Euroscope ASP Menu
AHDG Assigned Headings

Euroscope Heading Draw available

 Open Topsky AHDG Menu Open Euroscope AHDG Menu
STAR Planned Arrival Route

Turns green when selected again --> confirmed

 Open Euroscope STAR Menu Open Euroscope STAR Menu
ARWY Planned Arrival Runway

Turns green when selected again --> confirmed

 Open Euroscope RWY Menu Open Euroscope RWY Menu
STAND Planned Arrival Stand

Only shown when stand is assigned to aircraft

 Open GRP Stand Menu
DIAS Downloaded IAS Actual IAS of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations)
Open GRP Stand Menu
DMACH Downloaded MACH Actual MACH of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown above FL245
Toggle DMACH display
RMK Scratchpad / Remarks
Edit Scratchpad Edit Scratchpad

EDYY - Maastricht Radar Profile

Colors EDYY

Color State Meaning

 

 Assumed
Transfer initiated		 Track is assumed
Track is being transferred to the next controller

 

Notified
Coordinated

Redundant

Track will enter the active sector (> 15 min)
Track will enter the active sector (< 15 min)

Track has been transferred to the next controller but is still inside the active sector

 

Unconcerned

Track will not enter active sector

 

Urgency

Warning

STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

Risk, APW

 

 Information

 

 Proposition in/out Outgoing or incoming coordination requests

 

 Proposition accepted Accepted coordination requests

Label EDYY

Untagged Label

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Item
 Name
 Description
AFL Actual Flight Level --
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending

Tagged Label

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Item
 Name
 Description
WARNINGS Warnings Any form of Topsky Warnings (e.g. APW, MTCD, STCA, CLAM, RAM)
RMK Scratchpad / Remarks Only shown when text is in the scratchpad
CALLSIGN Callsign
SI Sector Indicator IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft Type Only shown when toggled in the detailed tag
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category Only shown when WTC is not Medium or when toggled in the detailed tag
AFL Actual Flight Level
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when assigned
CFL Cleared Flight Level

Only shown when CFL does not match AFL

CFL = PEL when aircraft is prior sector entry
COP Coordination Point Only shown during coordination
GS Groundspeed
ASP Assigned Speed Only shown when assigned
XFL Planned Exit Level Only shown during coordination
ADES Destination Aerodrome Only shown when toggled in detailed tag (not assumed) or when the tag is assumed
DMACH Downloaded MACH Actual MACH of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown when toggled in the detailed tag
DIAS Downloaded IAS Actual IAS of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown when toggled in the detailed tag
DHDG Downloaded Heading Only shown when toggled in the detailed tag

Detailed Tag

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
WARNINGS Warnings Any form of Topsky Warnings (e.g. APW, MTCD, STCA, CLAM, RAM)

RMK Scratchpad / Remarks Only shown when text is in the scratchpad Edit Scratchpad Edit Scratchpad
CALLSIGN Callsign
Open Topsky Callsign Menu Open Euroscope Handoff Menu
SSR Transmitted SSR Transmitted Squawk Code  Auto Assign Squawk Open Squawk Menu
SI Sector Indicator IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed		 Open Next Controller Menu Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft Type
Edit Scratchpad Open Communications Menu
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category
Open Squawk Menu Toggle WTC display
AFL Actual Flight Level
Open Topsky CFL menu Toggle Route Draw
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending Open Topsky ARC Menu
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending Open Topsky ARC Menu
CFL Cleared Flight Level

 

 Open Topsky CFL Menu Open Euroscope CFL Menu
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent
Open Topsky ARC Menu
XFL Planned Exit/Entry Level

Prior sector entry: Planned Entry Level

When tracked: Planned Exit Level

 Open PEL/XFL Menu Open Topsky RFL Menu
RFL Requested Final Level


Open Topsky RFL Menu Open Euroscope RFL Menu
GS Groundspeed


Open Topsky ASP Menu Toggle GS display
COP Coordination Point

IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP

 Open Topsky Waypoint Menu Toggle Route Draw
ASP Assigned Speed


Open Topsky ASP Menu Open Euroscope ASP Menu
ADES Destination Aerodrome


Open Euroscope F-Plan Toggle ADES display
RMK Scratchpad / Remarks


Edit Scratchpad
AHDG Assigned Heading

Euroscope Heading Draw available

 Open Topsky AHDG Menu Open Topsky Waypoint Menu
DMACH Downloaded MACH Actual MACH of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown above FL245
Toggle DMACH display
DIAS Downloaded IAS Actual IAS of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations)
Toggle DIAS display
DHDG Downloaded Heading

Toggle DHDG display
TRACK Current True Track


EDUU - Rhein Radar Profile

Colors EDUU

Color State Meaning

 

 Assumed
Transfer initiated		 Track is assumed
Track is being transferred to the next controller

 

 Notified
Coordinated		 Track will enter the active sector (> 15 min)
Track will enter the active sector (< 15 min)

 

Redundant

Track has been transferred to the next controller but is still inside the active sector


Unconcerned

Track will not enter active sector

 

 Urgency STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

 

 Warning Risk, APW, not confirmed STAR/SID/RWY

 

 Information

 

 Proposition in/out Outgoing or incoming coordination requests

 

 Proposition accepted Accepted coordination requests

Label EDUU

Untagged Label

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Item
 Name
 Description
CALLSIGN Callsign --
AFL Actual Flight Level --
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
GS Groundspeed

Tagged Label

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Item
 Name
 Description
WARNINGS Warnings Any form of Topsky Warnings (e.g. APW, MTCD, STCA, CLAM, RAM)
RMK Scratchpad / Remarks Only shown when text is in the scratchpad
CALLSIGN Callsign
SI Sector Indicator IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft Type --
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category Only shown when WTC is not Medium
AFL Actual Flight Level --
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when assigned
CFL Cleared Flight Level

Only shown when CFL does not match AFL
COP Coordination Point Only shown during coordination
GS Groundspeed
ASP Assigned Speed Only shown when assigned
NPT Next Waypoint
XFL Planned Exit Level Only shown when applicable
ADES Destination Aerodrome
PEL Planned Entry Level Only shown when applicable
NSSR Assigned SSR Code Only shown if NSSR is not same as TSSR
DIAS Downloaded IAS Actual IAS of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown when toggled in the detailed tag
DMACH Downloaded MACH Actual MACH of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown when toggled in the detailed tag

Detailed Label

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
WARNINGS Warnings Any form of Topsky Warnings (e.g. APW, MTCD, STCA, CLAM, RAM)

RMK Scratchpad / Remarks Only shown when text is in the scratchpad Edit Scratchpad Edit Scratchpad
CALLSIGN Callsign
Open Topsky Callsign Menu Toggle Route Draw
SI Sector Indicator IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed		 Open Next Controller Menu Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft Type
Edit Scratchpad Open Communication Type Menu
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category
Toggle WTC highlight Auto Assign Squawk
+ Extended Label Marker
Open Extended Label
AFL Actual Flight Level
Open Topsky CFL Menu Open Topsky RFL Menu
↓ Descent/Climb Indicator Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending

CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent Only shown when the aircraft is climbing or descending Open Topsky ARC Menu Clear ARC Value
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent
Open Topsky ARC Menu Clear ARC Value
CFL Cleared Flight Level
Open Topsky CFL/PEL Menu Open Topsky ARC Menu
COP Coordination Point
Open Topsky Waypoint Menu Toggle Route Draw
GS Groundspeed
Open Topsky ASP Menu Clear ASP Value
ASP Assigned Speed Only shown when assigned Open Topsky ASP Menu Clear ASP Value
AHDG Assigned Heading
Open Topsky AHDG Menu Open Topsky Waypoint Menu
XFL Planned Exit Level Only shown when applicable Open Euroscope XFL Menu Open Topsky RFL Menu
ADES Destination Aerodrome
Open Topsky F-Plan Auto Assign Squawk
PEL Planned Entry Level Only shown when applicable Open Euroscope PEL Menu
NSSR Assigned SSR Code Only shown if NSSR is not same as TSSR

DIAS Downloaded IAS Actual IAS of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations) Toggle DIAS Toggle DIAS
DMACH Downloaded MACH Actual MACH of the aircraft is flying (based on calculations), only shown above FL245 Toggle DMACH Toggle DMACH
DHDG Downloaded Heading


TRACK True Ground Track


Extended Label

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
TSSR Transmitted SSR Transmitted Squawk Code  Auto Assign Squawk Open Topsky Squawk Menu
ADEP Departure Aerodrome


ADES Destination Aerodrome


ALTN Alternate Aerodrome


RFL Requested Final Level
Open Topsky RFL Menu
COMPANY C/S Company Callsign


Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Lists Explanation

This page explains the most commonly used Euroscope lists of the EDWW FIR Euroscope Package. All lists (except Sector List) can be activated by clicking on the "Quick SET" option of Euroscope. 

Definitions in grey (see tables below) are not displayed by default but can be activated by clicking on the little "F" of each list. The same principle applies when deactivating columns which are displayed by default. 

Sector List

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The Sector List is used in the Bremen Radar profile. To use this list in the Rhein Radar and Maastricht Radar profile, in the Topsky Menu bar click on "Tools" > "Flight Plan Lists" > "Sector List...".

List Item Description Left click Right click
ASSR Assigned Squawk Code Assign Squawk --
FR Flight Rule Indicator --
 --
C/S Callsign Open Callsign Menu Toggle Route Draw
C Communication Type Indicator Change Communication Type --
AYTP Aircraft Type + WTC --
 --
ADEP Departure Aerodrome Open Flight Plan --
ETN Estimated Time of Sector Entry -- --
COPN Sector Entry Waypoint Open Waypoint Coordination Menu --
PEL Planned Sector Entry Level Open PEL Coordination Menu --
ADES Destination Aerodrome Open Flight Plan --
ETX Estimated Time of Sector Exit -- --
COPX Sector Exit Waypoint Open Waypoint Coordination Menu Open Waypoint Menu
XFL Sector Exit Level Open XFL Coordination Menu --
CFL Cleared Flight Level Open CFL Menu Open RFL Menu
RFL Requested Final Level Open RFL Menu Open RFL Menu
AHDG Assigned Heading Open AHDG Menu Open Waypoint Menu
STAR Assigned STAR Open STAR Menu --
RWY Assigned Arrival Runway Open Runway Menu --
SI Next Sector Indicator Open SI Menu --
STND Planned Arrival Stand Open Stand Menu Open Stand Menu

Departure List

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Note: When using the Bremen Radar Profile, the ADEP column is also displayed by default. 

List Item Description Left click Right click
TIMER Pending Request Time -- --
REQ Pending Request Open Request Menu
 --
CALLSIGN Callsign Open Callsign Menu Toggle Route Draw
TOBT Target Off-Block Time (CDM) Set Ready TOBT Status Open TOBT Menu
TSAT Target Start-Up Time (CDM) -- Open CDM Menu
CTOT Calculated Takeoff Time (CDM) Open CTOT Menu Get ECFMP FM as text
STAND Departure Stand -- --
ATYP Aircraft Type Edit Scratchpad (Remarks) Open Communication Type Menu
W WTC highlight Toggle WTC highlight --
V Flight Rules Indicator -- --
ADEP Departure Aerodrome Open Flight Plan Open Flight Plan
ADES Destination Aerodromeme Open Flight Plan Open Flight Plan
RWY Assigned Departure Runway Open Runway Menu Open Euroscope SID menu
SID Assigned SID Confirm proposed runway Open SID Menu
CLMB Cleared Level Open CFL Menu Open CFL Menu
RFL Requested Final Level Open RFL Menu Open RFL Menu
aSSR Assigned Squawk Auto Assign Squawk Open Squawk Menu
DCL Datalink Clearance Indicator Open DCL Menu --
C Clearance Received Flag Set Clearance Received Flag --
STS Ground State Open Ground State Menu Open Ground State Menu
T Communication Type Indicator Open Communication Type Menu Open Communication Type Menu
RMK Scratchpad / Remarks Edit Scratchpad (Remarks) Edit Scratchpad (Remarks)

Startup List

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By default the Start-Up List is disabled. Especially when working Delivery during events it is recommended to use the Startup list as traffic with taxi, lineup or takeoff ground states are filtered out. To display the Start-Up List click on the "Quick SET" menu in Euroscope, then on "Show Startup List". 

List Item Description Left click Right click
TIMER Pending Request Time -- --
REQ Pending Request Open Request Menu
 --
CALLSIGN Callsign Open Callsign Menu Assume/Transfer
C Clearance Received Flag Set Clearance Received Flag --
TOBT Target Off-Block Time (CDM) Set Ready TOBT Status Open TOBT Menu
TSAT Target Start-Up Time (CDM) -- Open CDM Menu
CTOT Calculated Takeoff Time (CDM) Open CTOT Menu Get ECFMP FM as text
STAND Departure Stand -- Open Stand Menu
ATYP Aircraft Type Edit Scratchpad (Remarks) Open Communication Type Menu
W WTC highlight Toggle WTC highlight --
V Flight Rules Indicator -- --
ADES Destination Aerodromeme Open Flight Plan Open Flight Plan
RWY Assigned Departure Runway Open Runway Menu Open Euroscope SID menu
SID Assigned SID Confirm proposed runway Open SID Menu
CLMB Cleared Level Open CFL Menu Open CFL Menu
RFL Requested Final Level Open RFL Menu Open RFL Menu
aSSR Assigned Squawk Auto Assign Squawk Open Squawk Menu
DCL Datalink Clearance Indicator Open DCL Menu Set Clearance Received Flag
STS Ground State Open Ground State Menu Open Ground State Menu
T Communication Type Indicator Open Communication Type Menu Open Communication Type Menu
RMK Scratchpad / Remarks Edit Scratchpad (Remarks) Edit Scratchpad (Remarks)
Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Shortcuts and Aliases

Shortcuts

ASR Shortcuts Euroscope

For aerodromes where no ASR shortcut is available, the ASR may be opened by clicking on "Open SCT" > "Open ...", then select the required ASR in the EDWW > ASR folder. ASR are available for EDVE, EDHI, ETHB, ETHC, ETHS, ETND, ETNH, ETNL, ETNS, ETNT, ETNW, ETSH.

General Topsky Shortcuts

Topsky Shortcuts - Bremen Radar Profile

Topsky Shortcuts - Tower (PHX) Profile

Topsky Shortcuts - Maastricht Radar Profile

Topsky Shortcuts - Rhein Radar Profile

Aliases

General Aliases

There are many aliases available for almost every movement. These aliases are similar across VATGER. The alias definitions can be seen here.

Aliases EDWW FIR

Furthermore, there are FIR specific aliases available: 

Coordination aliases:

EDDH specific aliases: 

EDDV specific aliases:

EDDW specific aliases:

Euroscope Setup - Bremen FIR (EDWW)

Bug Reporting

Your Feedback is highly appreciated!

We prefer bug reports and suggestions for improvements to be published on Github: https://github.com/VATGER-Nav/edww-package 

Still, you can report your issue in the Vatsim Germany Forums: https://board.vatsim-germany.org/threads/bugreports-sop-loa-controller-pack.71287/ (in this case we will open a Github issue for you)

Keep in mind: Your problems are only heard when using the official/mentioned ways of giving feedback.

The GitHub repository is public for a reason! We would like to keep the development process as transparent as possible. Also, we invite everyone to actively contribute to the project by uploading pull requests yourself. Keep in mind, that every pull request will be reviewed by a member of the EDWW Nav-Team first. It might be possible that your pull request or issue gets rejected if not meeting our standards. 

Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

General

The Euroscope plugin "Topsky" is used as default in the training of our vControllers in Langen FIR and corresponding profiles are available for download. Since this plugin goes beyond the already complex handling of Euroscope, here are a few words in advance.

What is Topsky and why do we use it?

Topsky is a real ATC system used by more than 100 FIRs worldwide. A very realistic replica of this system has been available for some time as a plugin for Euroscope. The vACCs in Scandinavia as well as our neighbors in Austria have been using this as a standard ATC system for several years.

In order to simplify the coordination between ATC and to use the many additional features (e.g. Datalink, Conflict and Risk Window, Vertical Aid Window, Missed Approach, etc.), we will also use the plugin as standard during our ATC training. This has the advantage for you, that you are already familiar with the system from the beginning and the changeover for the APP training later on will be easier.

First use of the package

The full package is already set up by us, so that it can be used directly without having to make any further changes. Only the use of the plug-in may take some getting used to. Even though this guide is very extensive, don't let it scare you away! It's easy to learn how to use it and our mentors will help you as much as they can. In addition, we will briefly introduce the most important functions here.

To familiarize yourself with the functions of Topsky in detail, you can also use the comprehensive manual (which is included in the package). In addition, our colleagues from Austria have created two very helpful "How To" videos about Topsky in German (Part 1 and Part 2).

Especially as APP and CTR, you should open the radar menu at the beginning. To do this, right-click in the line next to the text so that the menu opens. To make this box fixed, click the small box to the left of the word Radar Menu again. Then you can move the window. This offers various additional tools such as QDM (also an important tool for the tower), SEP-Tool, Maps, Filter, etc..

EDGG_Phoenix_Tower_EDDF.png
Tower Ground Profile - Tower Radar View Frankfurt

Profile

Profiles offer the possibility to store different configurations and settings in Euroscope. We offer different types of profiles in order to provide controllers with realistic radar screens and benefits of different plugins. 

Tower Ground: This profile is used primary for all Tower and Ground stations. Tags and Lists are optimised for the Tower and Ground duties. It is recommended to use the different ASR files for Tower and Ground.

EDGG Langen Radar: This profile should be used for all Arrival (APP, DEP) and Center stations within the Langen FIR. All settings have been optimized for the lower airspace according to the real world used layout. It should also be used when one station is covering lower and upper sectors.

EDUU Rhein Radar: This Profile should be used for all Rhein Radar stations and is optimized for the upper airspace with ASR files for EDUU only!

EDYY Maastricht Radar: This Profile should be used for Maastricht Radar stations Münster and Ruhr only. It is optimized for the upper airspace with ASR files for EDYY only!

ASR Files

The different views (whether tower, ground, etc.) are saved in so-called ASR files. These are already set up by us, so that you can use them to control. The tags used are also specially adapted to this representation. We therefore recommend that you use two monitors (if available), one for the final / the control zone and one for the traffic on the ground. If you only have one monitor, it is best to use the F7 key to quickly switch between the files (much more effective than zooming) or open two Euroscope instances next to each other (option: right-click on the maximize field).

Please do not change any settings!

As you will quickly notice, Euroscope is a software where you can configure a lot. As tempting as it may be, please do yourselves a favor and use the presets. The construct of the settings files has become very extensive and complex (over 100 settings files). It can happen very quickly that one change of yours breaks the whole profile for yourself. And believe us, we know how time-consuming the work with the settings can be, even if you think you know what you are doing.

EDGG_EDDF_APN_PHX.pngFrankfurt Ground View

Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Lists Langen FIR

General

Lists in general offer a lot of useful information and many functions. For some stations working with lists can be a huge benefit, while others do not need them most of the time. Working with the Departure or Startup List is particularly recommended for the tasks of the Delivery Controller. These two lists are the same for every station. Other lists differ between Ground/Tower and Arrival/Center as different information are important.

The grey items in the table below are hidden by default and can be quickly shown via the filter of the respective list (F) if required. By using the right mouse button the filter dialogue will not close after selecting an item.

Departure List

The Departure List shows all departures of an airport which are on the ground. For the tasks of Delivery, the Start-Up List can be used in addition to this list, which is structured similarly.

List Item Description Left click Right click
TIMER Timer for the current request --
 --
REQ Current Request + Sequence Request menu --
CALLSIGN Callsign Callsign menu Route draw (TS)
TOBT
 Target Off-Block Time
 TOBT menu
 TOBT now
TSAT
 Target Startup Approval Time
 set ASAT + SUG
 Startup Request
AORT
 Actual Off-Block Request Time
 Offblock Request
 reset Off-Block Request
AOBT
 Actual Off-Block Time
 set AOBT + PBG
 reset AOBT
STND Departure Stand --
 --
ATYP Aircraft Type Scratchpad Communication menu
W
 Wake Turbulence Category
 WTC Highlight
 --
V VFR Indicator
 --
 --
ADEP Departure Airport Flightplan (ES) Flightplan (TS)
ADES Destination Airport Flightplan (ES) Flightplan (TS)
RWY Departure Runway Runway menu (vSID)
 ES SID List (ES)
SID Departure Route set suggested SID (vSID)
 SID menu (vSID)
CLMB Initial Altitude climb menu (vSID)
 Final Altitude menu (TS)
RFL Cruising Altitude Final Altitude menu (ES) Final Altitude menu (TS)
FPC Flightplan checker Manual FP check --
aSSR Assigned Squawk Auto assign Squawk Squawk menu
DCL
 Datalink Clearance
 open DCL window
 --
C Clearance Received Flag Set Clearance Received vACDM reset menu
STS Ground Status Ground Status menu Ground Status menu
T Communication Type Communication menu Communication menu
RMK Remarks open Scratchpad open Scratchpad

Startup List

The Startup List shows all departures of an airport with no status, SUG and PBG. As soon as they have the TXG status, they will disappear from this list. It's highly recommended for Delivery to work with this list, sorted by clearance received flag.

List Item Description Left click Right click
TIMER Timer for the current request --
 --
REQ Current Request + Sequence Request menu --
CALLSIGN Callsign Callsign menu Route draw (TS)
C Clearance Received Flag Set Clearance Received vACDM reset menu
TOBT
 Target Off-Block Time
 TOBT menu
 TOBT now
TSAT
 Target Startup Approval Time
 set ASAT + SUG
 Startup Request
CTOT
 Calculated Take-Off Time ("Slot")
 --
 --
ASRT
 Actual Startup Request Time
 Startup Request
 --
AORT
 Actual Off-Block Request Time
 Offblock Request
 reset Off-Block Request
AOBT
 Actual Off-Block Time
 set AOBT + PBG
 reset AOBT
EXOT
 Estimated Taxi-Out Time
 modify EXOT
 --
ECFMP
 ECFMP measures
 --
 --
STND Departure Stand --
 --
ATYP Aircraft Type Scratchpad Communication menu
W
 Wake Turbulence Category
 WTC Highlight
 --
V VFR Indicator
 --
 --
ADEP Departure Airport Flightplan (ES) Flightplan (TS)
ADES Destination Airport Flightplan (ES) Flightplan (TS)
RWY Departure Runway Runway menu (vSID)
 ES SID List (ES)
SID Departure Route set suggested SID (vSID)
 SID menu (vSID)
CLMB Initial Altitude climb menu (vSID)
 Final Altitude menu (TS)
RFL Cruising Altitude Final Altitude menu (ES) Final Altitude menu (TS)
FPC Flightplan checker Manual FP check --
aSSR Assigned Squawk Auto assign Squawk Squawk menu
DCL
 Datalink Clearance
 open DCL window
 --
STS Ground Status Ground Status menu Ground Status menu
T Communication Type Communication menu Communication menu
RMK Remarks open Scratchpad open Scratchpad

Arrival List (Tower & Radar)

The Arrival List shows all inbounds that are closer than 10 NM to the active airport.

List Item Description Left click Right click
CALLSIGN Callsign Callsign menu Route draw (TS)
ADEP Departure Airport Flightplan (ES)
 Auto assign Squawk
ATYP Aircraft type open Scratchpad Communication menu
W
 Wake Turbulence Category
 WTC Highlight
 --
ETA Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) -- --
RWY Arrival Runway Runway List --
STND Assigned Parking Position Arrival Stand Menu Ground Status menu
T Communication Type Communication Menu --
RMK Remarks open Scratchpad --

Sector Inbound List (Tower)

The Sector Inbound List shows all aircraft that will fly into the own sector.

List Item Description Left click Right click
CALLSIGN Callsign of the aircraft Callsign menu Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft Type Scratchpad Communication menu
W
 Wake Turbulence Category
 WTC Highlight
 --
ETN Sector Entry Time --
 --
ARWY Arrival Runway Runway List --
STND Arrival Stand Arrival Stand Menu Ground Status Menu
aSSR Assigned Squawk Auto assign Squawk Squawk menu
ADEP Departure Airport Flight Plan (ES) Flight Plan (TS)
ADES Arrival Airport Route draw (TS) Flight Plan (TS)
SI Sector Indicator -- --
T Communication Type Communication menu Communication Menu
RMK Remarks Scratchpad Scratchpad

Sector Inbound List (Radar)

This list shows all flights that will fly through your sector.

List Item Description Left click Right click
CALLSIGN Callsign of the aircraft Callsign menu Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft Type and WTC Scratchpad Communication menu
SSR Current Squawk Code Auto assign Squawk Squawk Menu
aSSR Assigned Squawk Code Auto assign Squawk Send Squawk via CPDLC
ADEP Origin Airport Flightplan (ES) Flightplan (TS)
ADES Destination Airport Route draw (autohide) Flightplan (ES)
SID Departure Route SID menu --
STAR Arrival Route STAR menu --
COPN Sector Entry Point Waypoint menu COPN point coordination list
PEL Planned Entry Level PEL menu COPN altitude coordination list
ETN Sector Entry Time --
 --
COPX Sector Exit Point Waypoint menu COPX point coordination list
XFL Sector Exit Level COPX altitude coordination list COPX altitude coordination list
ETX Sector Exit Time --
 --
SI Sector Indicator --
 ---
COM Communication Type Communication menu Communication menu
RMK Remarks Scratchpad Scratchpad

Sector Exit List (Radar)

This list shows all aircraft that are tracked by yourself.

List Item Description Left click Right click
CALLSIGN Callsign of the aircraft Callsign menu Assume/Transfer

ATYP

 Aircraft Type and WTC Scratchpad Communication menu
SSR Current Squawk Code Auto assign Squawk Squawk Menu
aSSR Assigned Squawk Code Auto assign Squawk Send Squawk via CPDLC
ADEP Origin Airport Flightplan (ES) Flightplan (TS)
ADES Destination Airport Route draw (autohide) Flightplan (ES)
ARWY Arrival Runway Runway menu Runway menu
STAR Arrival Route STAR menu --
CFL Cleared Flightlevel CFL menu --
RFL Cruising Altitude RFL menu --
COPX Sector Exit Point COPX point coordination list COPX point coordination list
XFL Sector Exit Level COPX altitude coordination list COPX altitude coordination list
ETX Sector Exit Time --
 --
SI Sector Indicator Next Controller List --
COM Communication Type Communication menu Communication menu
RMK Remarks Scratchpad Scratchpad
Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Plugins

Topsky (TS)

Topsky is a very powerful plugin and is used by default for all radar matters. For details you can have a look at the attached manual inside the package.

Groundradar Plugin (GRP)

Groundradar is a powerful plugin and is used by default for all ground matters. For details you can have a look at the attached manual inside the package.

The most used features are the tags, stand assignment, the additional maps (it depends on the airport) and the second ground view.

The top menu bar can be unpinned by clicking on the small icon on the left. Thereafter the menus below (e.g. Topsky) can be accessed (slowly and careful). To get the menu back, just hover in the area of the menu bar and it will show up again.

Virtual Controller Helper (VCH)

This plugin offers some useful but minor features like the cleared to land flag.

vACDM Plugin

The vACDM Plugin is designed to assist Delivery with the ACDM procedure to optimize the outbound traffic flow during high traffic situations. It is only available within the Startup List but disabled by default and can be enabled by using the Filter F.

To use the plugin the command .vacdm master need to be entered into the command line. Make sure you have set the active airport and runways!

vACDM sometimes has some synchronization issues with the server and should be used with care only.

Flightplan Checker (FPC)

Flightplan Checker checks all flightplans regarding SID restrictions, some minor route issues and cruise level (odd/even) depending on the airway used. You will see a red error message if some errors occur or a green "OK!" if everything is fine. No further actions are required to use this plugin. By default it is disabled and can be used within the Departure and Startup list using the filter "F".

Please check your local SOP if it is mandatory to check the pilot's filed route or not. Please be careful with odd/even amendments as this can be a really tricky topic and is solved by step climbs in real life.

vSID

vSID is used to assign the correct SIDs according to all dependencies. Check the vSID manual here.

MAESTRO

MAESTRO is an arrival manager that is included inside the package. By default this plugin is not loaded. If you would like to use it, you have to load it first.

Right now the plugin seems to be a bit buggy, use on own risk!

AMAN

AMAN is an additional arrival manager that can be displayed with the command ".aman open" and closed with ".aman close".

Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Shortcuts

Euroscope

All Euroscope shortscuts are available here. Below you can find the most important one for the daily business.

Shortcut Description
Strg + arrow up Copy the last line from the chat into the command line. Select the previous line with multiple clicks.
POS1 Send a "contact me" message: "Please contact me on XXX.XXX"
EINFG Aircraft select key
F6 Shows the flightstrip
F7 Switches between already opened ASR files
.inf Shows the tuned-in frequency of the pilot
.break Indicates that you will go offline soon (undo with .nobreak)
.am Creates or opens the flightplan.
.find + Callsign Draw line to the aircraft you would like to find (not in combination with GRP).

Topsky Shortcuts

Topsky has some predefined features that are available via shortcuts (check Topsky manual for further details). Additionally, several maps can be displayed by using the shortcuts below.

Shortcut Description
Maps
ALT + B Maximum aircraft size for parking positions (Tower/Ground only)
ALT + B

Borders for upper airspace (EDGG only)
ALT + B

Borders for lower airspace (EDUU only)
ALT + D Airspace C / D
ALT + M MVA Langen
ALT + G
 Separation Guides Lower (Center only)
ALT + H
 Separation Guides Upper
VFR Hospital Labels (Tower only)
ALT + W Heading guides and vectoring T for training, western operation for all airports
ALT + O Heading guides and vectoring T for training, eastern operation for all airports
ALT + V VFR Reporting Point Labels (Tower only)
Tools
ALT + Q QDM-Tool
ALT + X Delete all QDMs
ALT + S Separation tool
ALT + R Radar menu
ALT + U Toggle all Filter (altitude, TSSR and CIJ)
ALT + hover over FIX Name of waypoint or airport
Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Tricks and Hints

Create a flightplan for VFR flights

To use all benefits of the Tower Radar it is recommended to create a flightplan for every VFR traffic within the CTR. If origin and/or destination are unknown, ZZZZ should be used.

Creating a flightplan as controller:

Enter .am (like ammend flightplan) into the command line of Euroscope and click on the aircraft you would like to create a flightplan for. The flightplan window will open and you can enter ADEP, ADES and ATYP.

Second Ground View (GND)

At bigger airports or if you need to zoom in a lot, a second ground window might be helpful (e.g. for runway 25R/07L at Frankfurt).

Ground Radar Manu at the top => Window => 2nd

Display SIDs as Tower in ground view (GND/TWR)

For an efficient departure flow it is important to know which SIDs the departures are going to fly. To have a better overview what is already at the holdingpoint or coming along, you can simply enable the SIDs at the ground tag. So you don't have to keep all SIDs in mind or hover over it all the time if you have several outbounds at different holdingpoints.

Groundradar Menu at the top => Settings => Labels => Ground -- DEP X

Display all Tags at the ground (GND/TWR)

By default all tags without any status (e.g. SUG, PBG) are disabled to keep the scope as clean as possible. If you would like to see all tags you can simply hover over the Groundradar menu at the top or turn on all labels via the menu.

Groundradar menu at the top => Settings => Labels => Ground => NoState remove X

Further Maps via Euroscope

The following maps are additionally available via Other SET => Display settings, but are disabled by default.

- Cities (Regions)
- Highways (Geo - EDZZ)
- River (Geo - EDZZ)

- all individual Center Lower Sectors and combined as EBG (ARTCC boundary)
- all neighbouring Center sectors (ARTCC boundary)
- FIS boundaries (ARTCC boundary)

Topsky predicted traffic window (APP/CTR)

Especially as Radar Controller it can be really helpful to know, how much traffic is going to enter the own sector in the future, when it will happen and how much aircraft are inside. There you have to enter the SI of the station you would like to see the traffic.

Topsky menu at the top => STS => Supervisory => Predicted Traffic

Topsky Callsign Menu

With a left-click on the callsign of a plane, the so-called callsign menu opens in the tag as well as in the lists. There you will find the options to assume/transfer or release a plane (via more => free). You can also enter a missed approach (MAPP) or highlight a callsign and display the flight plan (FPL). APP and CTR can select a holding (HOLD) for the aircraft, coordinate a heading or speed with the neighboring controller (HOP) and request another controller to do the handoff earlier (ROF). Center controllers offering CPDLC have the possibility to start CPDLC for the aircraft and, if necessary, to send a predefined free text to the pilot.

Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Euroscope Usage - Tower

This guide is aimed at S1 controllers looking to control the minor airports in the FIR Langen. Below you will find a very basic introduction to the actions required to handle departures and arrivals. 

Opening Euroscope and switching airports

When you open Euroscope, you will be met with an Open profile file dialog. Open the Tower Ground.prf file. If the dialog does not open for you, uncheck the option Auto load last profile on startup under Other SET in the top taskbar and restart Euroscope.

Once you have opened the correct profile, you will see the following.

EDFF_Euroscope_init.png

It is the radar view of Frankfurt Tower. However, we would like to switch to a different airport. The way this works in Euroscope is by opening a different asr file, which tells Euroscope which lines to draw where. You can do so by clicking on the Open SCT button, which is highlighted in the screenshot. 

Open SCT opens the depicted menu, where you can select one of the blue highlighted asr files. If your airport is not listed there, you need to click Open (red arrow). This will open a Windows file dialog where you can select the correct asr from the sector files you downloaded for EDGG [EDGG\EDGG\ASR\Ground or Tower].

EDFF_Euroscope-open-sct.png

select or open different asr files at Euroscope

You can open multiple asr files and press F7 to switch between them. Additionally, you can close asr files in the Open SCT menu.

Additionally, you can open multiple instances of Euroscope to have different views on multiple screens. Connect the first instance as normal and then select To VATSIM via proxy as Select connection mode and enter your credentials.

Connecting to the Network

To connect to the network, click the connect button in the top left. It will open the Connect dialog, where you will have to enter your VATSIM credentials. Additionally, select your station from the dropdown menu. If it is not listed, enter it manually and set the correct Facility. Enter Ground/Delivery (STU1) as your rating. You can choose any server except the Sweatbox. Thereafter press Connect.

EDFF_Euroscope_connect.pngEuroscope Connect dialog

You will see your station's ID, in this example, EDFH_TWR, as well as the primary frequency (119.650) in the top left corner if you have connected to the network. However, there are a few more things we need to do before we can start: 

We use the Topsky Plugin to offer PDC clearances. Read the guide here (German only) for further information. In real life, datalink clearances are not offered at small airports like Hahn or Mannheim. If you do not offer it, you should always remove "PDC/DCL Datalink [XXXX] - " from your controller info.

Activate airport and set active runway

Next, we need to choose and set the active airport and runway. Look at the current METAR, the TAF, and the local SOPs to determine the runway in use. Next, in Euroscope, click on the runway icon in the top menu (red arrow). This will open the Active airport/runway selector dialog. Here you can activate the airport (left two columns) as well as set the departure and arrival airports (see image). 

EDFF_rwy_sel.pngactivate airport and set active runways

Set ATIS

We need to set the ATIS (Automatic terminal information service) next. To open the ATIS Setup Dialog, press the letter in the top left (red arrow). This letter is the current ATIS letter. Additionally, I have highlighted the ATIS maker URL. This URL translates the weather and runway data into the ATIS format. To set the ATIS, you need to

If everything is set up correctly, your ATIS Setup Dialog should look like the following. Additionally, the ATIS frequency will be displayed in the top menu bar (red arrow). 

EDDS_ATIS_new.png

EDDS_ATIS_Dialog.png

ATIS Setup Dialog

Start Audio for Vatsim

Finally, you need to open Audio for Vatsim and press Connect in the top left. It should automatically display the relevant frequencies for you. Press TX and RX (transmit and receive) to listen and speak on the corresponding frequency.

EDFF_EDFH_afv.pngexternal Audio for Vatsim (AfV) software

If for whatever reason your station is not listed, you can press the + button and enter the ID, e.g. EDFH_GND. 

Departures

Once you have completed the above steps and have logged onto the network, the relevant lists will start populating with information you will require to manage your aircraft's state. These are required not only for yourself but also for the adjacent controllers so that they are aware of an aircraft's intentions. An aircraft's state consists of ground states, squawk assignments, etc. which will be further explained in this section. Please note that this is an extremely critical part of controlling and is essential for your success in later trainings/examinations and is therefore mandatory for all controllers.

Departure List

Depicted in the image to the left you can see the "Departure List". This list shows all relevant information for aircraft departing out of your aerodrome. In the lesson, you heard previously, the functionality and meaning of this list were explained.

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Departure List

SID Assignment

The plugin vSID will suggest a SID (white) according to the current runways in use and other factors according to the SOP. Usually this SID is the correct one, nevertheless it's within the controllers responsibility to check the suggested SIDs! When the manual plugin mode is used (default mode) the controller need to confirm the suggested SID with a left-click, then the SID is written into the flightplan (SID/RWY) and every controller will see this SID. A SID always need to be green (default assignment) or orange (non-default assignment) when issuing enroute clearance! When changing the runway manually, the SID need to be confirmed thereafter.

When the "Auto Mode" is used (".vsid auto") the SIDs will be set by the plugin and do not need to be confirmed anymore.

vSID is providing several information using different colors. You can find more information regarding the vSID plugin usage in the vSID Controller Manual.

Initial Climb Assignment

vSID suggests (white) the correct initial climb for every SID. It is set when the SID is confirmed. It will also display wether a "climb" (blue) or "climb via SID" (green) instruction is required (e.g. ROTWE SID out of runway 25 in Stuttgart - see image below). 

Squawk Assignment

Additionally to completing the SID assignment, you must also assign a squawk to the aircraft. This can be done by simply clicking on the corresponding table row under the "aSSR" header. If you right-click, you can assign a specific squawk code by entering it manually or simply selecting VFR for squawk "7000". Note that yellow squawks are those, that have been assigned, but however not been set by the aircraft yet. After completing this, the list should look similar to that shown in the image.

When using vSID in manual mode, the squawk will automatically be assigned when the SID is confirmed.

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All Squawk Codes have been assigned

After completing the above steps, the list should look similar to the one above. 

Enroute Clearance

Once you have issued the pilot with an enroute clearance, you set the so-called "clearance received flag" as shown in the image. This can be done by simply left-clicking on the corresponding checkbox. This checkbox acts as a reminder for yourself and for other controllers in the event of a handover to another controller. 

edds_departure_list_07_crf.png
All aircraft with the "clearance flag" have received the enroute clearance

Ground States

Ground states are an important aspect of keeping the "big picture" - a phrase you will hear many times throughout your training as a controller. These states not only help you to remember which clearances have been issued to which aircraft but also help the surrounding controllers by informing them of your plan, allowing for a more efficient and coordinated flow of traffic at your aerodrome. These states are propagated to all surrounding controllers making them inevitable for controlling.

edds_departure_list_07_state.pngGround states menu

Should you forget to set a ground state, EuroScope will warn you about this by displaying the error above the tag. Please take care and ensure that these states are always up to date.

EDDS_States_No Push.png

SUG -  Startup Given

Assuming you are able to provide the pilot with a startup clearance you now set the ground state to SUG (Start Up Given). This can be achieved, by clicking on the corresponding row under the "STS" (Status) header. A menu, as shown in the image, will open allowing you to select the appropriate ground state. 

PBG - Pushback Given

Once the pilot requests pushback and the clearance has been granted, the ground state is no longer required to be in the SUG state. Instead, we select the PBG (PushBack Given) state which indicates that the aircraft has been cleared for pushback.

EDDS_States_PBG_new.png
Ground Status menu access through the aircraft tag

Note: As you can see in the image, we aren't using the departure list to assign the corresponding ground state. This can also be done directly through the tag!

TXG - Taxi Given

After an aircraft has been issued its taxi clearance the state, once again, changes. In this instance, since the aircraft has been cleared to taxi, the TXG (TaXi Given) state would be selected. 

ALU - Approved Lineup

The aircraft has now taxied to its assigned holding point and has been cleared to line up (no takeoff clearance given). The ground state is once again adapted to reflect the current situation of the pilot and is thus set to ALU (Approved LineUp). Note that this step can be ignored if the aircraft has been cleared for takeoff before requiring an explicit lineup clearance. 

DEP - Departure

Once the aircraft has been cleared for takeoff, the final state is set. The DEP (DEParture) state shows that this specific aircraft has been cleared for takeoff. 

Arrivals

Finally, let's look at handling arrivals. We will look at the tower view first, this is where you will see the arrivals while they are still in the air. You can find it by opening the corresponding XXXX_TWR.asr file.

EDFF_EDDS_arr.png

Once you have given the landing clearance, you can press on the current altitude in the Tag, which will set the cleared-to-land (CTL) flag. This will remind you that you have given the landing clearance. 

EDFF_CTL.png

On the ground screen, you will see the aircraft shortly before it lands. A plugin will determine the arrival stand, it is shown in the aircraft's tag as well as in the arrival list (red arrows). If no stand is set, you can request one by clicking STAND -> AUTO in the aircraft tag. It is recommended to do that before landing, in case the inbound needs to vacate to a specific direction (e.g. south) for a specific stand, and the controller has to inform the pilot prior to landing.

EDFF_EDDS_GRP_gate.png
Alias

As there are several ways for a pilot to communicate with ATC, Euroscope has implemented a way to communicate with pilots quickly via text only. 

The Alias function allows you to send a predefined message to a pilot by entering a specific command in the command line. For example:

.ctl => Wind 270/8, runway 25 cleared to land.

When you type an alias in the command line, it appears in the following format after pressing the space bar.

.clrv => Cleared to $arr, $sid departure, flight planned route, climb via SID to $temp, squawk $squawk.
.t => Taxi to holding point runway $deprwy via $uc($1).

There are two different parameters in the aliases. 

Let's make an example:

DLH123 is ready to taxi and is writing on your frequency. To respond, click on the aircraft, type ".t" in the command line, and press the spacebar. You now have the raw alias code that needs to be edited.

DLH123, Taxi to holding point runway $deprwy via $uc($2).

EDFF_Alias_1

EDFF_Alias_2

While Euroscope fills in the departure runway automatically by copying the departure list, we have to enter the taxi route manually. Replace the "$2" with the taxi route and press the TAB key. The result should look like this.

DLH123, Taxi to holding point runway $deprwy via $uc(M, L2, K). => DLH123, Taxi to holding point runway 07 via M, L2, K.

Now all you have to do is press Enter to send the clearance to the pilot.

You can find a list of all available alias codes in the sector files you downloaded for EDGG [EDGG\EDGG\Alias\alias.txt].

Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Phoenix Tower Tags - OLD

The Tag has changed with AIRAC 2401 (25. January 2024) for harmonisation within all three FIRs. Detailed documentation will follow by ATD. Most of the items are still the same as discribed below.

Colors

Color State Meaning

 

 Arrival A/C flying to Aerodrome selected as Arrival in Runway setup

 

 Departure A/C flying to Aerodrome selected as Departure in Runway setup

 

 Urgency STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

 

 Warning Risk, APW, not confirmed STAR/SID/RWY

Phoenix-Tags

There is no difference between untagged and tagged in the tower profile.

Untagged / Tagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation that indicates sth
Warnings   > TopSky-Documentation
Callsign Callsign  
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color, M only when toggled
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
AFL Actual Flight Level  
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator  
GS Groundspeed  
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin)
CTL CTL Flag shown when set

Detailed

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation that indicates sth Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Open flight plan
Warnings   > TopSky-Documentation    
Callsign Callsign in departure/arrival color Open callsign menu Toggle route draw (with autohide)
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category always shown in departure/arrival color Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Open communication type popup
ATYP Aircraft-Type   Edit remarktext Toggle ATYP display
SI Sector Identifier Shows current unit that has track assumed Open next controller popup list Toggle SI and frequency
AFL Actual Flight Level   Toggle CTL-Flag Open CFL menu
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator      
GS Groundspeed   Open ASP menu Clear AHDG menu
ASP Assigned Speed   Open ASP menu Clear ASP value
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin) Open reported IAS menu Clear reported IAS
ADES Aerodrome Destination   Open flight plan Toggle route draw (no autohide)
Stand Arrival Stand only shown for arriving aircrafts Open Stand menu  
ARWY Arrival Runway Shown in green confirmed color, if set (only shown for arriving aircrafts) Open RWY Setup List  Open Stand menu
CTL CTL Flag shown when set Toggle CTL-Flag
SID
only shown for departing aircrafts Open SID setup list  
Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Langen Radar Tags

Colors

Color State Meaning

 

 Assumed
Transfer initiated		 Track is assumed
Track is being transferred to the next controller

 

 Notified
Coordinated		 Track will enter the active sector (> 15 min)
Track will enter the active sector (< 15 min)

 

 Redundant Track has been transferred to the next controller but is still inside the active sector

 

 Unconcerned Track will not enter the active sector

 

 Urgency STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

 

 Warning Risk, APW, not confirmed STAR/SID/RWY

 

 AIW Airspace Intrusion Warning

 

 Information

 

 Proposition outgoing Outgoing coordination requests

 

 Proposition incoming Incoming coordination requests

Center-Tags

Untagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation that indicates sth
Callsign Callsign
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color, M only when toggled
GS Groundspeed
AFL Actual Flight Level
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin) / only shown when toggled
ADES Aerodrome Destination only shown when toggled
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server

Tagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation that indicates sth
NSSR Assigned Squawk Only shown if unequal to transmitted Squawk
Warnings
> TopSky-Documentation
Callsign Callsign
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color, M only when toggled
GS Groundspeed
AFL Actual Flight Level
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent only shown if assigned
CFL/PEL Cleared Flight Level / Planned Entry Level In all states: only shown when unequal to AFL
IF concerned/notified: Shows planned entry level
All other states: shows cleared flight level
COP Coordinated Point IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin)
ASP Assigned Speed only shown if assigned
AHDG Assigned Heading only shown if assigned
XFL Exit Flight Level Only in assumed state and only when unequal to CFL or AFL
ADES Aerodrome Destination only shown when toggled
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server

Detailed

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
SQI Squawk Indicator Decodes SQUAWK into an abbreviation that indicates sth

NSSR Assigned Squawk Only shown if unequal to transmitted Squawk Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Send Squawk via CPDLC
Warnings
> TopSky-Documentation
on DUPE-Warning = auto assign squawk
Callsign Callsign
Open Callsign Menu Toggle route draw (NO autohide)
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed		 Open next controller popup list Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft-Type
Edit remarktext Toggle ATYP display
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Toggle WTC highlight
GS Groundspeed
Open ASP menu Clear ASP value
+

Open extended tag
AFL Actual Flight Level
Open CFL menu Toggle Route draw (WITH autohide)
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
Open ARC menu
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
Open ARC menu
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent only shown if assigned Open ARC menu
CFL/PEL Cleared Flight Level / Planned Entry Level In all states: only shown when unequal to AFL
IF concerned/notified: Shows planned entry level
All other states: shows cleared flight level		 Open CFL/PEL menu Open ARC menu
COP Coordinated Point IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP		 Open waypoint menu Toggle route draw (NO autohide)
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin) Open reported IAS menu Toggle calculated IAS display
ASP Assigned Speed
Open ASP menu Clear ASP value
AHDG Assigned Heading
Open AHDG menu Open waypoint menu
XFL Exit Flight Level Only in assumed state Open XFL menu Open RFL menu
ADES Aerodrome Destination
Open flight plan Toggle ADES display
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled Open reported MACH menu Toggle calculated MACH display
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server
Toggle DHDG display
TRACK True Groundtrack


STAR Standard Arrival Route


Extended

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-click
 Right-click
TSSR Transmitted SSR
Auto assign squawk Open SQUAWK assign popup
ADEP Departure Aerodrome
Open flight plan
ADES Destination Aerodrome
Open flight plan
ALT1 First Alternate Aerodrome
Open flight plan
RFL Requested Flight Level
Open RFL menu
Company C/S Radiotelephony Callsign  e.g. EWG = Eurowings

SID

Open SID popup list
STAR

Open STAR popup list
ARWY Arrival Runway
Open ARWY popup list

Difference in Approach-Tags

Only differences are explained. The extended-label does not differ from the Center-Tag.

Untagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
CFL Cleared Flight Level
 Shown when unequal to AFL
ARWY Arrival Runway
 Shown in green confirmed color, if set
ASP
 Assigned Speed
 Shown if set
DMACH
Mach can't be displayed

Tagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
ARWY Arrival Runway
 Shown in green confirmed color, if set
ADES
 Destination Aerodrome
 Always shown for EDDS and EDDL stations
DMACH
Mach can't be displayed

Detailed

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-click
 Right-click
C
 Clearance Indicator

Shown for aircraft flying to small airports for some stations:

EDDL_APP: EDLV, EDLN, ETNG
EDDK_APP: ETNN, EDKB

 Clears C-Flag
ARWY Arrival Runway
 Shown in green confirmed color, if set Open RWY popup list
 Toggle ADES display
DMACH
Mach can't be displayed

SID
only for departures
 Open SID popup list
Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Rhein Radar Tags

Colors

Color State Meaning

 

 Assumed
Transfer initiated		 Track is assumed
Track is being transferred to the next controller

 

 Notified
Coordinated		 Track will enter the active sector (> 15 min)
Track will enter the active sector (< 15 min)

 

 Redundant Track has been transferred to the next controller but is still inside the active sector

 

 Unconcerned Track will not enter the active sector

 

 Urgency STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

 

 Warning Risk, APW, not confirmed STAR/SID/RWY

 

 AIW Airspace Intrusion Warning

 

 Information

 

 Proposition outgoing Outgoing coordination requests

 

 Proposition incoming Incoming coordination requests

EDUU-Tags

Untagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
Callsign Callsign
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color, M only when toggled
AFL Actual Flight Level
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
GS Groundspeed
ADES Aerodrome Destination only shown when toggled
AHDG Assigned Heading or next waypoint shows next waypoint or assigned heading
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server

Tagged

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
NSSR Assigned Squawk Only shown if unequal to True Squawk
Warnings
> TopSky-Documentation
Callsign Callsign
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color, M only when toggled
AFL Actual Flight Level
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent only shown if assigned
CFL/PEL Cleared Flight Level / Planned Entry Level In all states: only shown when unequal to AFL
IF concerned/notified: Shows planned entry level
All other states: shows cleared flight level
COP Coordinated Point IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP
GS Groundspeed
ASP Assigned Speed only shown if assigned
AHDG Assigned Heading shows next waypoint or assigned heading
XFL Exit Flight Level Only in assumed state and only when unequal to CFL or AFL
ADES Aerodrome Destination only shown when toggled
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server

Detailed

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
NSSR Assigned Squawk Only shown if unequal to True Squawk Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Send Squawk via CPDLC
Warnings
> TopSky-Documentation
on DUPE-Warning = auto assign squawk
Callsign Callsign
Open Callsign Menu Toggle route draw (NO autohide)
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed		 Open next controller popup list Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft-Type
Edit remarktext Toggle ATYP display
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Toggle WTC highlight
+

Open extended tag
AFL Actual Flight Level
Open CFL menu Toggle Route draw (WITH autohide)
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
Open ARC menu
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
Open ARC menu
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent only shown if assigned Open ARC menu
CFL/PEL Cleared Flight Level / Planned Entry Level In all states: only shown when unequal to AFL
IF concerned/notified: Shows planned entry level
All other states: shows cleared flight level		 Open CFL/PEL menu Open ARC menu
COP Coordinated Point IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP		 Open waypoint menu Toggle route draw (NO autohide)
GS Groundspeed
Open ASP menu Clear ASP value
ASP Assigned Speed
Open ASP menu Clear ASP value
AHDG Assigned Heading shows next waypoint or assigned heading Open AHDG menu Open waypoint menu
XFL Exit Flight Level Only in assumed state Open XFL menu Open RFL menu
ADES Aerodrome Destination
Open flight plan Toggle ADES display
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled Open reported MACH menu Toggle calculated MACH display
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin) Open reported IAS menu Toggle calculated IAS display
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server
Toggle DHDG display
TRACK True Groundtrack


Extended

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Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-click
 Right-click
TSSR Transmitted SSR
Auto assign squawk Open SQUAWK assign popup
ADEP Departure Aerodrome
Open flight plan
ADES Destination Aerodrome
Open flight plan
ALT1 First Alternate Aerodrome
Open flight plan
RFL Requested Flight Level
Open RFL menu
Company C/S Radiotelephony Callsign  e.g. EWG = Eurowings

SID

Open SID popup list
STAR

Open STAR popup list
ARWY Arrival Runway
Open ARWY popup list
Euroscope Setup - Langen FIR EDGG

Maastricht Radar Tags

Colors

Color State Meaning

 

 Assumed
Transfer initiated		 Track is assumed
Track is being transferred to the next controller

 

 Notified
Coordinated		 Track will enter the active sector (> 15 min)
Track will enter the active sector (< 15 min)

 

 Redundant Track has been transferred to the next controller but is still inside the active sector

 

 Unconcerned Track will not enter the active sector

 

 Urgency STCA-, MTCD-Alerts, Equipment-Warnings

 

 Warning Risk, APW, not confirmed STAR/SID/RWY

 

 AIW Airspace Intrusion Warning

 

 Information

 

 Proposition outgoing Outgoing coordination requests

 

 Proposition incoming Incoming coordination requests

EDYY-Tags

Untagged

Screenshot 2023-09-07 140712.png

Item
 Name
 Meaning
Emergency
Squawks 7600 / 7700
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
AFL Actual Flight Level only item on default
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator displayed when descending/climbing
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
GS Groundspeed only shown when toggled
ADES Aerodrome Destination only shown when toggled
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server, only shown when toggled

Tagged

Screenshot 2023-09-07 140926.png

Item
 Name
 Meaning
NSSR Assigned Squawk Only shown if unequal to True Squawk
Warnings
> TopSky-Documentation
Callsign Callsign
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed
ATYP Aircraft-Type only shown when toggled
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color, M only when toggled
AFL Actual Flight Level
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent only shown if assigned
CFL/PEL Cleared Flight Level / Planned Entry Level In all states: only shown when unequal to AFL
IF concerned/notified: Shows planned entry level
All other states: shows cleared flight level
COP Coordinated Point IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP
GS Groundspeed

only shown when toggled
ASP Assigned Speed only shown when assigned
AHDG Assigned Heading shows next waypoint or assigned heading
XFL Exit Flight Level Only in assumed state and only when unequal to CFL or AFL
ADES Aerodrome Destination only shown when toggled
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server

Detailed

Screenshot 2023-09-07 140039.png

Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-Click
 Right-Click
NSSR Assigned Squawk Only shown if unequal to True Squawk Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Send Squawk via CPDLC
Warnings
> TopSky-Documentation
on DUPE-Warning = auto assign squawk
Callsign Callsign
Open Callsign Menu Toggle route draw (NO autohide)
SI Sector Identifier IF assumed: shows next stations indicator / 3 minutes prior sector entry shows next frequency
All other states: Shows current unit that has track assumed		 Open next controller popup list Assume/Transfer
ATYP Aircraft-Type
Edit remarktext Toggle ATYP display
WTC Wake-Turbulence Category L, H and J shown in warning color Open CCAMS Squawk assign popup Toggle WTC highlight
+

Open extended tag
AFL Actual Flight Level
Open CFL menu Toggle Route draw (WITH autohide)
↓ Descend/Climb Indicator
Open ARC menu
CRC Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
Open ARC menu
ARC Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent only shown if assigned Open ARC menu
CFL/PEL Cleared Flight Level / Planned Entry Level In all states: only shown when unequal to AFL
IF concerned/notified: Shows planned entry level
All other states: shows cleared flight level		 Open CFL/PEL menu Open ARC menu
COP Coordinated Point IF assumed: shows exit COP
All other states: shows entry COP		 Open waypoint menu Toggle route draw (NO autohide)
GS Groundspeed
Open ASP menu Toggle GS display
ASP Assigned Speed
Open ASP menu Clear ASP value
AHDG Assigned Heading shows next waypoint or assigned heading Open AHDG menu Open waypoint menu
XFL Exit Flight Level Only in assumed state Open XFL menu Open RFL menu
ADES Aerodrome Destination
Open flight plan Toggle ADES display
DMACH Calculated MACH Simulates MODE-S readout MACH (IASsure-plugin) / only shown above FL245 and when toggled Open reported MACH menu Toggle calculated MACH display
DIAS Calculated IAS Simulates MODE-S readout IAS (IASsure-plugin) Open reported IAS menu Toggle calculated IAS display
DHDG Mode-S readout heading Heading A/C is currently flying, readout from server
Toggle DHDG display
TRACK True Groundtrack


Extended

Screenshot 2023-09-07 140056.png

Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Left-click
 Right-click
TSSR Transmitted SSR
Auto assign squawk Open SQUAWK assign popup
ADEP Departure Aerodrome
Open flight plan
ADES Destination Aerodrome
Open flight plan
ALT1 First Alternate Aerodrome
Open flight plan
RFL Requested Flight Level
Open RFL menu
Company C/S Radiotelephony Callsign  e.g. EWG = Eurowings

SID

Open SID popup list
STAR

Open STAR popup list
ARWY Arrival Runway
Open ARWY popup list  

Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Enthält Informationen zur Installation von Euroscope, Audio for VATSIM sowie den Bezug, die Installation und Update des aktuellen Starterpackage.

Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Download Starterpaket

Nachdem die eigentliche Software installiert ist bedarf es noch der Daten die zum Controllen notwendig sind. Dazu gehören z. B. die Groundlayouts unserer Airports, sämtliche Navigationspunkte, die zuvor angesprochenen Plugin, sämtliche RG-spezifischen Einstellungen und noch vieles mehr.

Dieses sog. "Starterpaket" kann und muss unter dieser Adresse bezogen werden: http://files.aero-nav.com/EDMM.

Wir beiten euch drei Pakete an:

Die Pakete liegen als komprimierte Datei im zip- oder 7z-Format vor. Während der Installation von ES wurde unter "...\Dokumente\" ein Unterverzeichnis "Euroscope\" als Arbeitsverzeichnis angelegt. In diesem findet ihr ein Unterverzeichnis "Files". Falls diese Verzeichnise nicht existieren legt ihr es bitte manuell an. Nun müssen nur noch die Dateien aus den zip-Dateien des Starterpakets nach "\Dokumente\Euroscope\Files" kopiert werden.

Bitte achtet auf zwei Dinge:

  1. Der Inhalt der zip-Dateien muss wirklich 1:1 in dem o. g. Verzeichnispfad landen
  2. Die zip-Dateien dürfen nicht in das Installationsverzeichnis von ES (also irgendwo unter "C:\Programme") entpackt werden. Hier hat das Programm keine Schreibrechte und es kann zu Fehlern kommen.
Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Konfiguration Euroscope

Starte jetzt das Programm Euroscope. Es ist erstmal nicht wichtig, was du jetzt auf dem Radarschirm siehst. In der grünen Leiste oben gibt es eine Schaltfläche “OTHER SET”. Entferne dort bitte den Haken bei “Auto load last profile on startup”.

Other Set.png

Schließe Euroscope wieder. Starte Euroscope erneut. Jetzt öffnet sich ein Fenster “Open profile”. Navigiere zu "...\Dokumente\Euroscope\Files\". Dort befindet sich, abhängig von deinen Einstellungen, eine Datei "TWR_REAL" oder "TWR_REAL.prf". Wähle diese aus und öffne die Datei. Sei nicht verunsichert, wenn es diesmal etwas mehr Zeit zum Laden benötigt. Wenn du alles richtig gemacht hast, solltest du jetzt das Bodenlayout des Flughafens München sehen.

Möchtest Du ein anderes Layout, z. B. die Towerview von München oder gar das Layout von einem anderen Airport öffnen, musst Du die entsprechende ASR-Datei auswählen. Dies geschieht über:

Open SCT.png

Open File.png

Die ASR-Dateien sind unter "...\EDMM\ASR\TWR_REAL" und ggf. in einem Unterverzeichnis "Minor" gespeichert.

Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Update Starterpaket

Die Starterpakete unterliegen einer ständigen Aktualisierung. Plugin werden weiterentwickelt, neue Funktionalitäten kommen dazu - wir wollen uns doch "so nah wie es nur geht an der Realität bewegen". Daher wird immer aller vier Wochen donnerstags ein neuer AIRAC-Cycle veröffentlicht. Dieser enthält die von der DFS veröffentlichten neuen Daten für die Sectorfiles und wird vom NAV-Team um die o. g. Funktionalitäten ergänzt.

Daher ist es notwendig das ihr euch auch aller vier Wochen ein neues Starterpaket installiert um auf dem Stand der Dinge zu sein. Nur so ist auch eine korrekte Funktion der Software ES gewährleistet.

Ob sich etwas und was sich geändert hat erfahrt ihr regelmässig in diesem Thread im FIR-München internen Forum:

Am Besten gleich mit "Beobachten" markieren, dann verpasst ihr nichts. Sobald dort Aktualisierungen angekündigt werden, folgt ihr bitte wieder den Schritten aus Download Starterpaket und installiert euch das EDMM Full-Update-Package.

Achtung: Für das Full-Update-Package gibt es noch eine Besonderheit. Dieses ist eigentlich dafür konzipiert das es auch bei laufendem Betrieb von ES automatisch installiert werden kann. Das Problem dabei ist das DLL-Dateien der Plugin nur aktualisiert werden können wenn sie nicht in Benutzung sind. Deshalb ist hier diese Vorgehensweise zu beachten:

Für jedes Plugin gibt es in diesem Full-Update-Package ein Unterverzeichnis "...\EDMM\Plugins\ManualUpdates\<Plugin-Name>\" Aus diesem muss dann manuell die jeweilige Datei in das korrespondierende Verzeichnis "...\EDMM\Plugins\<Plugin-Name\" kopiert werden.


Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Euroscope Befehle und Alias

Prolog

Euroscope und die implementierten PlugIn bieten die Möglichkeit über Befehle bestimmte Funktionen zu steuern oder Aktionen auszuführen. Mit einem Alias wird dem Controller die Möglichkeit gegeben, Standardphrasen (gerade bei Textpiloten) schnell zu erstellen und zu versenden, ohne jedes Mal den kompletten Text von Hand einzugeben.

Handhabung

Jeder Befehl / Alias beginnt erstmal mit einem "." [Punkt] und wird in die Euroscope Befehlsleiste eingegeben. Wir müssen zwischen drei verschiedenen Verfahrensweisen unterscheiden:

  1. Eigenständige Befehle
    Diese beginnen mit einem Punkt, gefolgt von dem Befehl, eventuellen Parametern und werden mit der ENTER-Taste ausgelöst. Dabei ist es unerheblich ob ein Tag / Label ausgewählt ist.
    Beispiel: .delhel auto
  2. Befehle, die mit einem Flieger in Verbindung stehen
    Dazu wird zuerst der Befehl eingegeben und danach das Tag / Label angeklickt.
    Beispiel: .chat [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    Eine Alternative wäre: .chat [Callsign], also .chat TUI1RG
  3. Alias, um Textnachrichten an den Flieger zu senden
    Hierbei ist es erforderlich zuerst das Tag / Label auszuwählen (Kontrolle Callsign in der Status- oder Kopfzeile von Euroscope) und danach die Textnachricht über den Alias vorzubereiten und zu versenden. Um dies zu realisieren sind mindestens zwei Schritte erforderlich.

    Beispiel 1:
    .rbc [Leertaste] der Befehl wird auf „readback correct“ aufgelöst und kann nun mit der ENTER-Taste verschickt werden.
    Beispiel 2:
    .co [Leertaste] der Befehl wird auf „Contact $radioname($1) on frequency $freq($1), good bye!“ aufgelöst. Der Fokus ist bereits auf das „$1“ gesetzt. Hier wird einfach das Stationskürzel aus der Controllerlist eingesetzt, z. B. „man“.
    Wenn ihr jetzt die TABULATOR-Taste drückt, erfolgt die Auflösung auf „Contact Muenchen Radar on frequency 123.900, good bye!“ Nun kann der Text mit Druck auf die ENTER-Taste an den zuvor selektierten Flieger verschickt werden.
Übersicht über die wichtigsten Befehle
  1. Eigenständige Befehle
    Befehl
    		 Erklärung
    .delhel auto
    		 Startet den DeliveryHelper um die Departurelist zupflegen (an allen aktiv gestellten Airports). Beendet den DeliveryHelper um die Departurelist zu pflegen (an allen aktiv gestellten Airports).
    .cdm master EDMM
    		 Die eingeloggte Station wird als Master für das A-CDM-Tool definiert.
    .cdm slave
    		Die eingeloggte Station gibt die Masterrolle wieder ab und wird zum slave.
  2. Befehle für Flieger
    Befehl
    		 Erklärung
    .chat [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    oder
    F1 + C [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    		 Startet eine neue Chatnachricht mit dem angeglickten Callsign
    .am [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    oder
    F1 + A [Klick auf Tag / Label]    		 Erstellt einen neuen Flugplan für das angeklickte Callsign
    .inf [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    oder
    F1 +I [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    		 Öffnet eine neue Chatnachricht für das angeklickte Callsign; zeigt den verwendeten Pilotenclient und die aktive Frequenz des Piloten an.
    .contactme [Klick auf Tag / Label]
    oder
    Pos1-Taste [Klick auf Tag / Label]    		 Schickt an das angeklickte Tag / Label die Nachricht „Contact me on ...“ mit der eigenen Primärfrequenz.
  3. Wichtige Alias-Befehle
    Befehl
    		 Erklärung

    .clrs (mit Startup)

    .clns (ohne Startup)

    (startup approved,) cleared to $arr via $sid departure, flight planned route, climb via SID $temp, squawk $squawk
    (Platzhalter werden mit den Daten aus der DepList ersetzt)

    .clr (mit Startup)

    .cln (ohne Startup)

    		 (startup approved,) cleared to $arr via $sid departure, flight planned route, climb $temp, squawk $squawk

    .clrv (mit Startup)

    .clnv (ohne Startup)

    		 (startup approved,) cleared to $arr via vector departure runway $deprwy, after departure $1, climb $temp, squawk $squawk
    .rbc readback correct
    .pbco for pushback contact $radioname($1) on frequency $freq($1), good bye!
    (siehe Seite oven, z. B. Stationskürzel „mp2“ einsetzen und mit TABULATOR-Taste bestätigen)
    .co
    		 Contact $radioname($1) on frequency $freq($1), good bye!
    Befehl
    		 Erklärung
    .pa
    		 Pushback approved.
    .pn
    		 Pushback approved, face north.
    (Dementsprechend auch .ps, .pe, .pw, .pne, .psw, ...)
    .t
    		 taxi to holding point runway $deprwy via $uc($1)
    .tg
    		 taxi to gate $uc($1) via $uc($2)
    .ts
    		 taxi to stand $uc($1) via $uc($2)
    .te
    		 taxi to entry $uc($1) via $uc($2)
    Befehl
    		 Erklärung
    .lu
    		 line up runway $deprwy and wait
    .lul
    		 behind landing traffic lineup runway $deprwy and wait
    behind
    .lud
    		 behind departing traffic lineup runway $deprwy and wait
    behind
    .cft
    		 wind $winds, runway $deprwy, cleared for takeoff
    .cfit
    		 wind $winds, runway $deprwy, cleared for immediate
    takeoff
    .ctl
    		 wind $winds, runway $arrrwy, cleared to land
    .ctg
    		 wind $winds, runway $arrrwy, cleared touch and go
    .cla
    		 wind $winds, runway $arrrwy, cleared low approach
    .map
    		 fly missed approach procedure as published
    Befehl
    		 Erklärung
    .gm
    		 Good morning.
    .ga
    		 Good afternoon.
    .ge
    		 Good evening.
    .noatc
    		 no further ATC available, monitor UNICOM on 122.800, good bye!
    .bye
    		 frequency change approved, good bye!
    .logoff
    		 If you are not able to comply with ATC instructions (Codeof Conduct B8), we encourage you to disconnect temporarily from the network. Please do not spoil the experience of other pilots and controllers.
    .wallop [Meldung als Freitext]
    		 Mit „.wallop“ öffnet sich ein neuer Chat in dem ein SUPgerufen und an ihn der entsprechende Text versendet wird.
Euroscope Setup - FIR München

iCAS2-TAGs

This page explains the iCAS2 tags used for EDMM radar positions.

Label colors

Color
 State
 Meaning

Assumed

Transfer Initiated

Track is assumed

Track is being transferred to the next controller

Coordinated

Notified

Track will enter own sector (<15 min)

Track will enter own sector (>15 min)

Redundant
 Track was transferred to next controller, but is still within own sector

Unconcerned
 Track is not planned to enter own sector

Urgency
 STCA, MTCD alerts, equipment warnings, no SID allocation

Proposition
 Coordinated values (i.e. level revisions, directs, HOP/TIP)

Information
 Accepted tactical instructions that have not been set yet

Labels

Untagged Label

Item
 Name
 Meaning
SQI
 Squawk Indicator
 Decodes squawk codes (e.g. 7000 → V)
CALLSIGN

WTC
 Wake Turbulence Category
 only shown if WTC is not Medium
AFL
 Actual Flight Level
↓
 Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC
 Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
CFL
 Cleared Flight Level
GS
 Ground Speed

Tagged Label

Item
 Name
 Meaning
SQI
 Squawk Indicator
 Decodes squawk codes
WARNINGS
 Any warnings See TopSky plugin documentation
CALLSIGN

SI
 Sector Indicator
 SI of the station currently/next tracking station. Frequency will be shown 3 minutes prior to hand-off
WTC
 Wake Turbulence Category
 only shown if WTC is not Medium
AFL
 Actual Flight Level
↓
 Descend/Climb Indicator
CRC
 Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
ARC
 Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent
CFL
 Cleared Flight Level
COP
 Coordination Point
GS
 Ground Speed
ASP
 Assigned Speed
AHDG
 Assigned Heading
XFL
 Exit Flight Level
ADES
 Aerodrome of Destination
PEL
 Planned Entry Level
 Only if a diverging level is coordinated
DIAS
 Downloaded IAS
 Only for Mode S equipped transponders, if selected permanently in the label
DMACH
 Downloaded MACH

Detailed Label

Item
 Name
 Meaning
 Function Left Click
 Function Right Click
SQI
 Squawk Indicator
 Decodes squawk codes

WARNINGS
 Any warnings
 See TopSky plugin documentation

CALLSIGN

Callsign Menu
 Route draw (auto-hide enabled)
SI
 Sector Indicator
 SI of the station currently/next tracking station. Frequency will be shown 3 minutes prior to hand-off
 Next Controller Popup List
 Assume/Transfer Track
ATYP
 Aircraft Type
Edit Remarks
 Communication Type Menu
WTC
 Wake Turbulence Category
 only shown if WTC is not Medium
 Toggle WTC Highlight
 Auto Assign Squawk
+
 Static string
 -
 Open Extended TAG (see below)
AFL
 Actual Flight Level
CFL Menu
 RFL Menu
↓
 Descend/Climb Indicator


CRC
 Computed Rate of Climb/Descent
ARC Menu
ARC
 Assigned Rate of Climb/Descent
ARC Menu
CFL
 Cleared Flight Level
CFL/PEL Menu
 ARC Menu
COP
 Coordination Point
Waypoint Menu
 Route draw (permanent)
GS
 Ground Speed
ASP Menu
 Deletes ASP
ASP
 Assigned Speed
ASP Menu
 Deletes ASP
AHDG
 Assigned Heading
AHDG Menu
 Waypoint Menu
XFL
 Exit Flight Level
COP Altitude Menu
 RFL Menu
ADES
 Aerodrome of Destination
Flight Plan dialog 
 Auto Assign Squawk
PEL
 Planned Entry Level
PEL Menü
DIAS
 Downloaded IAS
 Only for Mode S equipped transponders
 Toggles permanent display
 Reported speed menu
DMACH
 Downloaded MACH (only FL245+)
DHDG
 Downloaded Heading

TRACK
 Ground Track


Extended Label

Tag items only available in the extended tag (on the right):

Item
 Name
 Bedeutung
 Funktion Linksklick
 Funktion Rechtsklick
TSSR
 Transmitted SSR
Auto Assign Squawk
 ASSR Menü
ADEP
 Aerodrome of Departure


ADES
 Aerodrome of Destination


ALTN
 Alternate Aerodrome


RFL
 Requested Flightlevel
RFL Menu
COMPANY C/S
 Radiotelephony Callsign
 e.g. DLH → LUFTHANSA

ARWY
 Arrival Runway
RWY Menu
STAR
 -
STAR Menu

Modifications in the APP label

In the approach label, the arrival runway is shown in line 2 behind the COP.

Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Listen EDMM

Departure List


edmm-dep-list.png

Spalte Beschreibung Aktion bei Linksklick Aktion bei Rechtsklick
TIME Zeit seit Request eingetragen wurde Request-Menü
REQ Aktueller Request + Reihenfolge Request-Menü
C/S Callsign Callsign-Menü (TopSky) Zeichnet die Route des Flugplans
ATYP Flugzeugtyp Scratchpad
STAND Parkposition (falls erkannt) Stand Assignment-Menü
ADEP Abflughafen Flugplan-Dialog (EuroScope) Flugplan-Dialog (TopSky)
ADES Zielflughafen Flugplan-Dialog (EuroScope) Flugplan-Dialog (TopSky)
SID Abflugroute SID-Auswahl
RWY Abflugpiste Runway Assign-Menü
IFL Initiales Flightlevel Temporary Altitude-Menü Requested File-Menü (TopSky)
ASSR Zugewiesener Squawk Automatisch Squawk zuweisen Squawk-Menü
DEL Delivery Helper SID, präferierte Runway und IFL wählen SID, präferierte Runway und IFL wählen – sekundäre SID (W)
DCL PDC-Menü PDC-Dialog Clearance Received setzen
C Clearance Received Flag Set Clearance Received PDC/DCL menu
FR Flugregel

STATUS Ground Status Ground Status menu
COM Communication Type Communication menu Communication menu
TXT Remarks Scratchpad Scratchpad
Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Commands, Aliases, and Shortcuts

Commands

Command Description

.chat + click on tag

F1 + C + click on tag

 Opens a chat window with the selected pilot
.am + click on tag
F1 + A + click on tag		 Opens the flight plan window for the selected pilot that allows you to create or edit the flight plan.
This feature is especially useful for VFR pilots who have not yet filed a flight plan.

.inf + click on tag

F1 + I + click on tag

 Queries frequency information for the selected pilot.
The information will appear in their chat window, if none exists, one is created.

Aliases

The full list of aliases available in the EDMM pack is best viewed in ATCISS. Check that in the upper right corner, EDMM is selected.

Shortcuts

Use these shortcuts to quickly open the respective radar displays, also called ASR (files). These work anywhere in EuroScope:

Shortcut TWR_PHX iCAS2
Radar displays (ASRs)
F1 + 1 EDMM_TWR (whole FIR) EDMM_CTR
F1 + 2 EDDM_GND EDDM_APP
F1 + 3 EDDN_GND EDDM_GND
F1 + 4 EDDP_GND EDDN_APP
F1 + 5
EDDN_GND
F1 + 6
EDDP_APP
F1 + 7
EDDP_GND
F1 + 8
EDDC_GND
F1 + 9
EDDE_GND

These shortcuts are intended for use on radar displays, not ground radars:

Shortcut Description
Maps
ALT + M Minimum Vectoring Altitude
ALT + B Upper sector (EDUU) boundaries
ALT + T Topography (Rivers, Highways)
ALT + V VFR Reporting Point labels (Tower only)
ALT + I VFR FIS regions and group squawk codes (iCAS2 only)
ALT + H Hospital heliport labels
ALT + N RNAV waypoint/navaid names (iCAS2 only)
Tools
ALT + Q Draw QDM
ALT + X Delete all QDMs
ALT + S Minimum Separation tool
ALT + U Toggle Quick Look (disables tag filters while enabled)
ALT + C Center the mouse cursor on the screen
ALT + hover over fix Name of waypoint, navaid, or airport
Euroscope Setup - FIR München

Profiles and Features

The EDMM setup offers two profiles: 

TWR_PHX

The profile to use when staffing positions up to TWR. There are two variants available: TWR_PHX_DAY (black-on-white) and TWR_PHX_NIGHT (white-on-black). It represents our take on the surface movement and surveillance radar displays the real-life PHOENIX suite offers.

iCAS2

Our radar profile for all arrival and center positions, named after the real-life iCAS2 system we are visually trying to replicate. Only a black-on-white variant is available, as with its real-world counterpart.

Sector Lines

edmm-sector-line-ref.png

Reference Rendering Description Example
1 solid line Lower ACC boundary Border EDMMWLD–EDGGDKB
2 medium dashes TMA boundary Border DMNH–DMSH
3 dots Release lines Release line EDMM/LOWS/LOWI
4 spaced dots Political borders Border Germany–Austria
5 long dashes Upper ACC boundary Border EDUUDON–EDUUCHI
6 dash-dotted Area of common interest ARBAX window, PILAM area

 

Datalink Clearance (DCL) / Pre Departure Clearance (PDC)

Datalink Clearance (DCL) / Pre Departure Clearance (PDC)

Vorwort

Im Folgenden findet ihr eine Anleitung für die Pre-Departure-Clearance (PDC) bzw. Datalink Clearance (DCL) mit TopSky (auf Vatsim sind beide in der Umsetzung identisch). Im Starterpaket der RG München, Frankfurt, Düsseldorf und Bremen sind alle dafür nötigen Einstellungen bereits vorgenommen. Oftmals bietet sich in Trainings keine Möglichkeit, PDC/DCL zu erklären. Daher haben wir uns entschieden diesen Selfstudy-Guide zu erstellen, sodass sich jeder interessierte Lotse dieses Thema eigenständig beibringen kann. Bei Fragen oder Problemen helfen Euch die Mentoren und NAV-Mitarbeiter natürlich gerne.

Die komplette Datalink-Kommunikation auf VATSIM läuft nicht über die VATSIM-Server, sondern über eine privat erstellte und betriebene Plattform von Jeroen Hoppenbrouwers. Die Nutzung erfordert eine Registrierung unter folgendem Link: Registrierung Hoppie

Wenn alles geklappt hat erhaltet ihr eine Mail mit einem alphanumerischen Code, den ihr im Laufe der Registrierung noch brauchen werdet.

Datalink Clearance (DCL) / Pre Departure Clearance (PDC)

PDC/DLC Login in TopSky

Nachdem ihr euch ganz normal bei VATSIM z.B. als EDDM_DEL angemeldet habt müsst ihr ein ASR-File auswählen, in dem die dunkelgraue Topsky-Menüleiste zu sehen ist (abhängig von der jeweiligen RG). Aus dem Starterpaket München bietet sich hierfür z.B. EDDM_APP an, für Langen eignet sich jedes bereitgestellte Profil. Teilweise öffnet sich das CPDLC Settings Menü auch direkt beim connecten. Die folgenden Bilder zeigen die Arbeitsschritte:

 

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grafik.png
CPDLC Settings Menü öffnen
 mit PDC/DCL connecten

Bei Login steht das Kürzel der CPDLC-Station, in München zum Beispiel EDDM. In das Feld Logon-Code müsst ihr den per Mail erhaltenen Hoppie-Code eintragen (oder ihn im entsprechenden Topsky File TopSkyCPDLChoppieCode.txt hinterlegen). Die anderen Einstellungen sollten wie auf dem Bild zu sehen bereits eingestellt sein und können gegebenenfalls korrigiert werden. Nach einem Klick auf den Connect-Button wird selbiger grün und man ist eingeloggt.

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CPDLC Menü mit aktiver Verbindung zum Server 

Datalink Clearance (DCL) / Pre Departure Clearance (PDC)

Request eines Piloten

Nun wechselt ihr als Bodenstation zurück in die Tower- oder Bodenansicht. Erreicht euch ein PDC-Request, so bekommt ihr einen akustischen Hinweis und im Clearance-Flag erscheint ein Meldung. Dabei gibt es zwei Varianten:

Es erscheint "RCD": Die Anfrage entspricht der korrekten Syntax und der Pilot hat keinen Freetext, also keine Hinweise etc. mitgeschickt:

request.png

Es erscheint "RCD·": Die Anfrage enthält einen Freetext:

request-freetext.png

Dieser Freetext kann möglicherweise einen Request für eine bestimmte SID oder andere wichtige Hinweise enthalten, oftmals ist es jedoch nur ein kurzer Gruß. Wo kann man diesen Freetext nun einsehen? Dafür wechselt man zurück in ein TopSky-ASR und wählt in der dunkelgrauen Menüleiste folgendes aus: 

TOOLS => CPDLC => CURRENT MESSAGES

Es öffnet sich folgendes Fenster, in dem der gesamte Schriftverkehr eingesehen werden kann:

current-messages.png

Der Pfeil nach unten beschreibt eine Downlink-Message, also eine Nachricht vom Flugzeug zum Lotsen und der Pfeil nach oben symbolisiert eine Uplink-Message. Will man die gesamte Nachricht lesen (um den Freetext am Ende der Nachricht zu sehen), so klickt man mit einem Rechtsklick auf die entsprechende Nachricht:

full-message.png

Der Freetext ist in diesem Fall ein freundliches "Gude".

Datalink Clearance (DCL) / Pre Departure Clearance (PDC)

Erteilen der Freigabe

Sofern noch nicht geschehen pflegt ihr SID, initial Climb und Squawk ein. Mit einem Klick auf das RCD in der Departure List öffnet sich das Departure Clearance Menü:

departure-clearance.png

Hier werden automatisch die Daten aus der Departure List übernommen, die aktuelle ATIS muss in das "RMK"-Feld eingetragen werden. Prüft alle Einträge sorgfältig und sendet die Freigabe dann über Send MSG ab. Daraufhin wird aus dem RCD ein SENT, wie auf folgenden Bild zu sehen ist:

message-sent.png

Das SENT bedeutet, dass die Freigabe versendet wurde, jedoch noch nicht vom Piloten bestätigt wurde. Sobald der Pilot bestätigt hat, wird die Clearance Received Flag automatisch gesetzt.

clearance-set.png

Der gesamte Ablauf wird dann im Current Message Window folgendermaßen dargestellt:

message-history.png

Die Nachrichten in diesem Feld können durch einen Linksklick auf die jeweilige Nachricht und anschließendes Klicken auf Archive gelöscht werden.

Euroscope Plugins List

Euroscope bietet eine Schnittstelle für Plugins. Die folgende Auflistung zeigt diverse Plugins, die den Lotsen bei seiner Arbeit unterstützen können. Einige davon sind bereits in diversen Euroscope Setups der RGs integriert. 

Plugin Name Beschreibung
Topsky Reales ATC System Topsky
Ground Radar Plugin Plugin für die Bodenlagedarstellung
Maestro Arrival Manager
vSMR Plugin für die Bodenlagedarstellung
Arrival Manager AMAN Arrival Manager
Virtual Controller Helper Unterstützung des Lotsen (z.B. bei mehreren offenen Requests).
Flightplan Checker Überprüfung der Flugpläne auf bestimmte Beschränkungen.
CCAMS Plugin Automatische Squawk Vergabe unter Berücksichtigung von Mode-S und eigenem Range mit Server Abgleich.
ES Centerlines Darstellung der Centerlines entsprechend realem Vorbild.
Delivery Helper Unterstützung für Delivery bei der Bearbeitung der Flugpläne.
CDM Plugin A-CDM Plugin um die Abflugsequenz besser zu steuern.
vSID
 Korrekte SID Zuweisung sowie diverse kleine Features.

VCCS

VCCS ist ein Tool zur Koordination zwischen den Stationen, das von Euroscope zur Verfügung gestellt wird. Der große Vorteil gegenüber der normalen TeamSpeak-Koordination ist, dass beide Lotsen nicht auf demselben TeamSpeak-Server sein müssen. So kann z.B. der Lotse in Langen problemlos mit seinem Kollegen in Brüssel telefonieren.

Mittlerweile ist VCCS in allen VATGER NAV Packages verfügbar und vollständig konfiguriert. 

In diesem Artikel zeigen wir dir, wie du VCCS richtig einrichtest und benutzt.

Einrichtung

Wenn du dein entsprechendes Euroscope Profil öffnest, findest du auf deinem Bildschirm das "TS VCCS mini control". Es sieht wie folgt aus:

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TS VCCS mini control

Sollte dies nicht der Fall sein, kannst du es dir unter "QUICK SET" - "Show TS VCCS mini control" einblenden.

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Öffne nun mit einem Rechtsklick auf "NO CALL" den "TeamSpeak VCCS Dialog". Alternativ kann der Dialog auch direkt über "OTHER SET" - "VCCS dialog" geöffnet werden.

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Du solltest jetzt folgendes Fenster sehen.

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Teamspeak VCCS Dialog

Hier siehst du dein "Telefonbuch". Je nach FIR findest du die entsprechenden Stationen unter "DIRECT ACCESS 1 - 3". Am Beispiel Langen findest du auf der 1. Seite Frankfurt und Stuttgart. Auf der 2. Seite sind Düsseldorf, Köln, Münster, Dortmund und einige kleinere Flughäfen. Alle Center-Sektoren, mit denen Langen zu tun hat, sind auf der 3. Je nach FIR kann die Aufteilung natürlich variieren.

Klicke jetzt auf "EDIT", um VCCS fertig einzurichten.

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VCCS setup Dialog

Nun gibst du deine VATSIM CID unter "Nickname" ein. Unter Devices musst du dein Mikrofon und deine Kopfhörer/Lautsprecher auswählen. So können du und dein Koordinationspartner einander hören. Zuletzt definierst du unter "G2G PTT" noch eine Push-to-talk (PTT) Taste, die du zum Sprechen drückst. Standardmäßig ist dies "ALT". Bestätige alles mit einem Klick auf "OK" und du bist startklar.

Koordinieren

Um eine Station anzurufen, klickst du lediglich auf den Button der zu rufenden Station. Natürlich kannst du nur mit einer Station reden, welche auch online ist. Den Status siehst du wie folgt.

Sobald du die Taste drückst, wird dein Koordinationspartner angerufen. Nachdem er abgenommen hat, kannst du sprechen, indem du deine definierte PTT-Taste drückst. Zum Auflegen drückst du entweder "LINE 1" im "mini control" oder "END" im VCCS-Dialog.

Alternativ kann eine Station auch über die Controller List angerufen werden. Dazu klickst du mit der rechten Maustaste auf die entsprechende Station und wählst "Call on VCCS".

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Wenn du angerufen wirst, hörst du einen Klingelton und siehst "LINE 1" blinken. Nimm mit einem Linksklick ab. Der Rest ist wie gerade beschrieben.

Viel Spaß beim Koordinieren!