Hi Robert I've always had those options set. Regarding ATC, what used to happen is that the ATC menu could be closed either by saying toggle ATC or by use of the scroll lock. It would then remain closed until a Controller issued an order or told me off. Now though, it appears to remain open constantly, i.e. it can be closed yet opens again almost at once. Guess it doesn't matter that much to a BVI pilot, not sure what someone watching would see though. T From: bvipilots-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:bvipilots-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Robert Cezar Sent: 09 April 2012 06:51 To: bvipilots@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [bvipilots] Two observations Hi, I made two observations that are very relevant for BVI users: 1. Pause on Task Switch You need to disable this setting, otherwise, when ALT-TABBING away from the simulator, it will go into PAUSE mode. Please do the following: With the simulator in view, press ALT, followed by the letters O, E, G to get to the General Options. Within the section on the left side entitled: Program the second check box down is entitled: Pause on Task Switch Please ensure that this check box in UNCHECKED. 2. In the same panel, on the right hand side under the section entitled: Air Traffic Control please ensure that the check box entitled: Auto-open ATC window is CHECKED. Once done, press ENTER to return to the simulator's main view. Regards, Robert -- <http://www.itsyourplane.com/10000.jpg> AOPA Member No: 06936977