@Boeckler
Before we begin,
Have you correctly installed your Cougar?
What is your Operating System?
32bit or 64bit?
Do you use TrackIR?
Do you have any external rudder pedals?
So here are my questions:
In order to use the buttons and the throttle cursor on the Cougar…do I need to use Foxy? Or can I just use a keyfile?
Your Cougar needs to be installed and recognised by your operating system.
You should have installed these files before even worrying about using anything Falcon related
3_HCO_2004.exe
Foxyv4.zip
Forgotten how to install a Cougar?
Here is a FAQ on what you should do
http://cougar.flyfoxy.com/faqinstall.php
Yes you need to use Foxy, so go and download it from the link above and calibrate your Cougar and confirm all switches and axis respond.
Kolbes keyfile is an excellent resource
I was under the impression that one of the included keyfiles allowed the Cougar to work without any more additional work….is that correct?
Duncs (included) or Kolbes (adaptation) require only minimal coding from Foxy
If so, is it BMS.key?
Please use Kolbes
If so, what do I have to do to get it to work? Do I have to run any Thrustmaster software in addition to BMS?
Regardless of what you want to do with your Cougar, you should have installed and use the appropriate software. You will need to interact with Foxy and Cougar Control panel, which are all installed form the above links.
How do I modify a keyfile? Do I load it in a text editor, and then paste values created via the keyfile generator Excel spreadsheet? Or do I assign keys from within Falcons controller section?
Dont worry about modifying anything for now. You should confirm that you are capable of installing your HOTAS first before you embark on a career as a coder.
Just use Kolbes its practically perfect.
And is there anyone that could please gently walk me thru getting my cougar to work without having to use duncs profile?
I am trying to walk you gently through this and point you to the easiest way to get a Cougar working for Falcon. Duncs profile is easy to implement, I suspect installing your Cougar correctly first is whats holding you up.
There is nothing at all wrong, difficult or overly complex about Duncs profile, more likely you are not running the appropriate software to get your Cougar running properly.
Sorry for my frustration - I just cant get this to work and it is really frustrating me.
Mike
Now how about some answers to my questions before we proceed any further.