Getting Started with EuroScope

Download Euroscope

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Download the latest MSI installer from:
https://www.euroscope.hu/wp/installation

Prerequisites (MUST Have)

Before installing v3.2.4 and later, download and install the latest C++ redistributable package:
https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x86.exe

Install Euroscope

Installation is straightforward, just follow the installer instructions. You only need to specify the installation folder.

  1. After preparation, the installer's Welcome screen appears. Press Next.
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  2. Select the folder where you want to install EuroScope. Press Next.
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  3. Confirm the installation on the final screen. Press Next.
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  4. The installation will proceed automatically. If prompted, allow the installer to modify your system.
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  5. Wait for the progress bar to complete (it may seem frozen at times—be patient).
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  6. Press Close when finished.

Connect to the Network

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  1. Click CONNECT in the top-left corner.

  2. Enter your Callsign:

    (For observers: use your first initial + last name + _OBS (e.g., JA_OBS for John Alice))

  3. Fill in your Real name.

  4. Enter your CID in the Certificate field.
  5. Enter your Password.
  6. (Optional) Enter your logoff time.
  7. Select your Facility (Observers select Observer).
  8. Select your Rating (Observers select Observer).
  9. Set Server to AUTOMATIC.
  10. Click Save Profile to save your credentials for next time.

Activate a Runway

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  1. Click the Runway icon in the top-right corner.
  2. Find your airport.
  3. Click DEP for departure runway or ARR for arrival runway.
  4. Click OK to close.
  5. The red line on the runway will disappear, indicating the runway is now active.

Open an ASR Display File

An ASR (Air Situation Display) file saves your display settings—including zoom level, center position, visible layers, colors, and custom views. It allows you to load a preconfigured radar screen layout instantly.

  1. Click OPEN SCT in the top-right corner.
  2. Select Open ... from the dropdown menu.

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  1. Browse to OIIX-Stable-Package_2026*******-*******-****/OIIX/ASR, select the desired .asr file, and click Open. File naming convention:
  2. _GND → Ground control
  3. _TWR → Tower control
  4. _APP → Approach control

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Work with Departure List

The Departure List is a core tool in EuroScope that displays all aircraft scheduled to depart from your airport. It provides real-time information about each flight, including callsign, aircraft type, departure time, destination, assigned SID, runway, squawk code, and current status. This list allows controllers to efficiently manage departures by monitoring flight progress, issuing clearances, and coordinating with other positions.

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The list is interactive, each column can be clicked to perform specific actions. Left-clicking typically opens menus for editing or assigning values, while right-clicking provides additional options like toggling highlights or opening auxiliary windows.

Below is a complete reference for all columns and their click functions:

Column Description Left Click Right Click
REQ Request status indicator Request Menu –
C/S Aircraft callsign Open Callsign menu –
ATYP Aircraft type (B738, A320, B77W, etc.) – Toggle ATYP highlight
W Wake turbulence category (M = Medium, H = Heavy) – Toggle WTC highlight
R Flight rules indicator – –
TIME Estimated/Actual departure time Open Time menu –
ADEP Departure airport (e.g., OIIE) – –
ADES Destination airport (e.g., UUEE) Open flight plan dialog box Toggle route draw
RFL Requested Flight Level Open RFL menu –
SID Standard Instrument Departure Set/Reset suggested SID –
DRWY Departure runway Runway Menu Set runway intersection
CFL Cleared Flight Level Open CFL menu Open Vertical Aid Window
ASSR Assigned SSR code (squawk) Auto-Assign Squawk Open ASSR menu
CRF Clearance Received Flag Set CRF and SID Set CRF, SID and Startup state
GATE Departure gate/stand Open Stand menu –
DCL DCL Status indicator Open DCL Window –
STATE Current ground state (CAPS) Open Ground state menu –
FText Free text / remarks Edit FText –

Using TopSky Maps (Enable: Danger, Restricted, Prohibited Area)

  1. Hold ALT + Right Click.

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  1. Select Maps on the opened menu.

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  1. In this menu you can enable each element (for example here i enabled restricted + prohibited area).

vSID System (Automation System)

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The vSID system automates departure handling by suggesting and assigning SIDs, runways, initial climb levels, and squawk codes with a single click.

⚠️ This function requires an active departure runway to be selected.

How It Works

  • One Click on SID: Simply click on the SID column in the departure list for any aircraft. This single action will:

    • Assign the suggested SID
    • Set the initial climb (CFL)
    • Auto-assign a squawk code

  • Colors:

    • White – Suggested values are ready but not yet confirmed (needs to be clicked)
    • Green – All parameters are confirmed and the aircraft is ready for departure

Additional Functions

  • Squawk Assignment – Left-click ASSR to auto-assign a squawk; right-click to enter one manually. Squawk codes are unique and synced across all controllers.
  • Runway Intersections – Right-click DRWY to assign a runway intersection. The assigned intersection is displayed below the aircraft label on ground radar.

This automation reduces manual tasks, ensures consistency between controllers, and allows you to focus on safety, sequencing, and traffic flow.

How to Customize Your ASR Display?

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  1. Click GND-UNL in the top-right corner.
  2. This opens the display customization window.
  3. Use the dropdown to select the item type you want to display (e.g., NDB).
  4. Select a specific element (e.g., KAZ – Kahrizak NDB).
  5. Choose which component to show (e.g., the name label).
  6. The selected item will now appear on your radar.
  7. To save your changes: click OPEN SCT → Save.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not Receiving or Sending Chat Messages?

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  1. Click the Headphone icon in the top-left corner.
  2. Find your station (e.g., OIIE_GND).
  3. Click Primary.
  4. Click Close.