How did you setup the monitors to have outside cockpit view ? Am thinking of doing 3x43inch tv and simulate an airbus (fenix) or pmdg with wingwing/logitech/stream deck etc.
Problem is airliners normally have 4 windows——2 frontal and 2 left. I have seen examples on 3 monitor setup but I dont like having cockpit stretched on 2 monitors.
Looking if possible for front tv to have the front view and sided tv’s to be the left and right windows. Dont know if these are possible in msfs2024 as I could not find the settings.
Using 3 TV 43inch. I would prefer having front one without cockpit visible and the 2 sided monitors to be the left and right windows.
Is this possible ?
Need suggestions as well for an aircraft that can benefit from this. I am mostly in airliners but that would take 2 frontal monitors which is out of my budget. My intention is to have 3 monitors, stream deck, ipads for the panels and maybe buy some logitech stuff for radio and navigation. Would prefer the wingwing accessories but those work only on airbus/boeing.
I have no ide but I asked Grok (AI) and this was the response.
Let us know if it was useful or nonsense.
To set up Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (MSFS 2024) with three monitors displaying one front and two side views from the cockpit, you can use the game’s multi-window functionality. This feature, improved in MSFS 2024, allows rendering separate views across multiple monitors without the distortion issues common in earlier versions when stretching a single view. Below is a step-by-step guide based on community insights and available information.
Requirements
Three monitors connected to your PC, ideally with similar resolutions and sizes for a seamless experience.
A powerful PC: Running three rendered windows is resource-intensive. A high-end GPU (e.g., RTX 3080 or better) and CPU (e.g., Ryzen 9 or Intel i7/i9) are recommended, along with at least 32GB RAM (64GB preferred for stability).
MSFS 2024 installed and updated to the latest version.
Monitors arranged physically in a U-shape (center for front view, left and right for side views) for immersion.
Step-by-Step Setup
Configure Your Monitors in Windows
Ensure all three monitors are detected in Windows.
Go to Settings > System > Display and arrange the monitors in the correct order (left, center, right).
Set each monitor to its native resolution and align them so the desktop spans correctly across all three.
Launch MSFS 2024 as Administrator
Right-click the MSFS 2024 executable or shortcut and select Run as administrator. This ensures the game can access multi-monitor settings properly.
Access Graphics Settings in MSFS 2024
Start the game and go to Options > General Options > Graphics.
Navigate to the Advanced Options section on the left.
Locate the Multi Window or Multiple Displays setting (terminology may vary slightly based on updates).
Set Up Multiple Render Windows
In the Multi Window settings, click to Add a New Render Window for each monitor (you’ll create three total).
For each window:
Assign it to a specific monitor (e.g., Monitor 1 for left, Monitor 2 for center, Monitor 3 for right).
Set the display mode to Windowed initially for easier positioning, then switch to Full Screen later.
Move each window to its corresponding monitor by dragging it or using Windows display settings.
Configure Cockpit Views
Enter a flight in cockpit view (VFR mode, activated with F10 by default, works well for this setup).
For each render window:
Center Monitor (Front View): Use the default cockpit view or adjust slightly with the mouse or keyboard (Ctrl + Alt + [0-9] to save custom views). Ensure it shows straight ahead.
Left Monitor (Left Side View): Use the Quickview feature or manually adjust the camera to look left. Set an offset angle (e.g., -92° as suggested in community setups) to align with the physical monitor’s angle (typically 45–60° from center).
Right Monitor (Right Side View): Similarly, adjust to look right with a positive offset (e.g., +92°).
To adjust views:
Use Ctrl + Alt + [0-9] to save custom camera positions.
Use the mouse or keyboard arrows to fine-tune the view angle and zoom (Ctrl + Alt + X to remove cockpit elements if needed for external scenery focus).
Save each view using Save Custom Camera (Ctrl + Alt + [0-9]) for quick access in future sessions.
Optimize Field of View (FoV)
For realistic visuals, adjust the FoV to match your monitor setup. A community mod like the Triple Screen Calibration Utility can help calculate and align FoV accurately by providing visual markers in-game.
Typical FoV for triple-monitor setups ranges from 150–180°, depending on monitor size and angle. For example, three 49” monitors at 50° angles each yield a 152° FoV.
If distortion occurs, ensure each monitor renders its own view rather than stretching a single view (avoid NVIDIA Surround for this setup).
Performance Optimization
Running three render windows is demanding. To improve FPS:
Lower the resolution on side monitors (e.g., 1080p instead of 4K) since they’re less focused on.
Reduce graphics settings (e.g., set side monitors to Medium or High instead of Ultra).
Monitor FPS and adjust settings if drops occur (e.g., below 20 FPS). Community reports suggest 28–30 FPS is achievable with high-end rigs.
If FPS issues persist, consider upgrading RAM to 64GB or applying game updates, as patches have improved triple-screen performance.
Test and Fine-Tune
Load a flight and test the setup in a simple scenario (e.g., clear weather, small aircraft like the Cessna 172).
Check for alignment issues or distortion. Use the Triple Screen Calibration Utility if needed to verify FoV and monitor angles.
Adjust monitor angles physically (e.g., 45–50° from center) for better immersion.
Save Your Configuration
Save your multi-window and camera settings in MSFS 2024 to avoid reconfiguring each session.
Create aircraft-specific profiles if view alignments vary between planes (e.g., airliners vs. small GA aircraft).
Additional Tools and Considerations
WidevieW Add-On: For advanced setups, WidevieW can synchronize views across networked PCs, allowing each monitor to run on a separate computer for better performance. This is overkill for most users but useful for professional-grade cockpits.
TrackIR or VR: While TrackIR can enhance immersion by tracking head movements, it may conflict with fixed multi-monitor views. VR is an alternative but less suited for physical cockpit setups due to resolution and control interaction limitations.
Community Resources: Check forums like AVSIM, Reddit’s r/flightsim, or flightsim.to for updated mods or guides. The Triple Screen Calibration Utility is particularly useful for precise alignment.
Potential Challenges
Performance: Triple-monitor setups can strain even high-end PCs, causing FPS drops (e.g., below 10 FPS in some cases). Lowering side monitor resolutions or graphics settings helps.
Distortion: If side views appear distorted, ensure each monitor renders a separate window rather than stretching a single view. MSFS 2024’s multi-window feature should mitigate this compared to MSFS 2020.
Software Bugs: Some users report inconsistent multi-monitor layouts or crashes in MSFS 2024, especially in career mode. Apply the latest updates and lower settings if crashes occur.
Example Setup from Community
A Reddit user with a Ryzen 9 7950X3D and Radeon 7900 XTX reported running three monitors with the above method, achieving 28 FPS in Vancouver with -92° and +92° offsets for side views. They noted performance trade-offs but found the immersion worthwhile.
Notes
MSFS 2024 supports true multi-monitor rendering better than MSFS 2020, reducing the stretching issues seen in earlier versions.
If you encounter issues, check the Microsoft Flight Simulator Forums or flightsim.to for updated patches or community mods.
For pricing or subscription details related to MSFS 2024, visit the official Microsoft Flight Simulator website, as I don’t have access to that information.
This setup should give you an immersive cockpit experience with a front view and two side views across three monitors. If you need help troubleshooting or want to explore add-ons like WidevieW further, let me know!
I’m not sure if this related to custom monitor views but anyway FYI.
There are forum reports that custom camera views are not currently saving.
Maybe you can test a setup but perhaps wait for a patch and fix if it is necessary for good multimonitor displays?
Sorry it took so long. My setup is not normal. My server PC does not have enough slots for 2 graphic cards. So I went to a second PC.
The monitors below the TVs are on the server. The tablet is attached via spacedesk.
The 3 32" TVs are from a second PC (client) with its own MSFS instance ($29 with GamePass). Used only for the outside view. Connected to the server with WidevieW. It allows multiple PCs to run as clients (each with a flight sim) each showing a view as driven by the server).
I set up the outside view by stretching MSFS across the 3. I went beyond the cockpit by creating a sraight ahead camera view (ctl alt 0) and modifying the distance in the new camera.cfg file.
All techniques are found in videos or posts online.
I just took a new photo (attached). I added a new TV for the left outside view. Added a spare mini PC and MSFS as another WedevieW client. Used window rendering under Options/General/Experimental to add the window. Haven’t got the lineup quite right yet.
FYI I have a three monitor spread of three 32 inch hd monitors. I did it under General settings and then to advance options as I added two windows so I have the original is the center and the right is window one and the left side is window two. Never tried four but I do not see why you could nit make a forth. you will have to experiment with the settings. I have -90 on e one and +90 on the other but with four you need to adjust. I assume your graphic allows the setup you have maybe there is someone else using four monitos too. Good Luck
This is my setup now. Strangely enough the left monitor is too bright. They are same model and share same settings and even if i change monitor the left one is always washed out bright even in night time
I use 3 separate PCs, each with their own MSFS 2020. Tied together with WidevieW. First for instruments, controls and server. Second drives 3 displays MSFS stretched over all. Third for left cockpit view. MSFS Is terrible trying to align cameras.
Are you stretching across the 3? I have the same issue, especially when I zoom to the windshield. MSFS has a way to go to clean this up. Havent Tried 2024.
