How to Update Your RealFlight G2 Software to Version 2.00.723
How to Update Your RealFlight G2 Software to Version 2.00.723
RealFlight G2 is a realistic flight simulator software that allows you to fly various models of aircrafts in different environments. However, if you have an older version of the software, you may be missing out on some of the improvements and fixes that were made in the latest update.
RealFlight G2 2.00.723 Update Patch
The latest update for RealFlight G2 is version 2.00.723, which was released in October 2015[^1^]. This update added a new volume slider and on/off checkbox to the Music/Sound dialog, fixed some issues with the "Look at Ground" setting and the Control Panel, and made some changes to the volume sliders and sounds[^1^].
If you want to update your RealFlight G2 software to version 2.00.723, you have two options: using the Online Update feature or downloading the update file manually.
Using the Online Update Feature
The Online Update feature allows you to update your software automatically or manually from within the RealFlight G2 Control Panel. To use this feature, follow these steps:
Click on the Windows Start menu and select Program Files/RealFlight.
Click on the Control Panel.
In the Control Panel, click on the Online Update button.
The Online Update dialog will appear. You can choose to update to the latest software version or update to a specific version. You can also choose to check for updates before starting RealFlight. This option will look for updates one time each day RealFlight is run and automatically update the software if a new version is available[^1^].
Click on the Update button to start the update process.
Wait for the update to download and install.
Restart RealFlight G2 to apply the changes.
Downloading the Update File Manually
If you prefer to download the update file manually, you can do so by contacting RealFlight G2 support via email. To do this, follow these steps:
Send an email to rfsupport@greatplanes.com or info@knifeedge.com and ask for the link to the update file[^2^].
You will receive a reply with a link to a webpage that contains the update file[^2^]. The webpage is not available to the general public, so please do not distribute it[^3^].
Click on the link and download the update file (2.00.723) to your computer. It is a 7.2 MB file[^3^].
Save the update file to a disc (Zip Disc, CD-RW, etc.) so you can keep it for future use[^3^].
Run the update file and follow the instructions to install it into RealFlight G2.
Restart RealFlight G2 to apply the changes.
Note: RealFlight G2 has been discontinued by Great Planes as of October 2015. As such, no future updates will be made available for RealFlight G2 beyond version 2.00.723[^3^]. If you want to enjoy more features and enhancements, you may want to upgrade to a newer version of RealFlight.
What is RealFlight G2?
RealFlight G2 is a flight simulator software that was developed by Knife Edge Software and distributed by Great Planes Model Distributors. It was released in 2000 and was the second generation of the RealFlight series. RealFlight G2 allows you to fly various models of aircrafts, such as airplanes, helicopters, gliders, jets, and more, in different environments, such as fields, mountains, islands, and cities. You can also customize your aircrafts and environments, create your own scenarios, and challenge yourself with various modes and events. RealFlight G2 also supports multiplayer mode, where you can fly with or against other users online or on a local network.
RealFlight G2 is compatible with Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP/Vista/7 and requires a Pentium II 300 MHz processor or higher, 64 MB of RAM or higher, a DirectX 8 compatible video card with 8 MB of VRAM or higher, a DirectX 8 compatible sound card, a CD-ROM drive, and a mouse. RealFlight G2 also requires an InterLink controller or a compatible joystick to control the aircrafts. The InterLink controller is a USB device that resembles a radio transmitter and has two joysticks, three switches, and a reset button. The InterLink controller also allows you to use your own radio transmitter as a controller by plugging it into the InterLink's trainer port.
Why Update Your RealFlight G2 Software?
Updating your RealFlight G2 software to the latest version can improve your user experience and fix some of the issues that you may encounter with the older versions. Some of the benefits of updating your software are:
You can enjoy the new features and enhancements that were added in the newer versions.
You can fix some of the bugs and glitches that may affect the performance and stability of the software.
You can ensure compatibility with newer operating systems and hardware devices.
You can access the latest online content and updates from Knife Edge Software.
The latest version of RealFlight G2 is 2.00.723, which was released in October 2015. This version added a new volume slider and on/off checkbox to the Music/Sound dialog, fixed some issues with the "Look at Ground" setting and the Control Panel, and made some changes to the volume sliders and sounds. To update your software to this version, you can use the Online Update feature or download the update file manually. e0e6b7cb5c