PMDG 737 NG for StreamDeck PLUS Profile by Tonyviation

LORBY's AxisAndOHs(AAO) is required to run this Profile.

This profile is designed by Tonyviation, B737 and 787 pilot, featuring essential buttons and control switches needed for noromal operation. It is high-quality, created based on actual photos taken from real aircraft. The procedures are built on FCOM Normal Procedures, allowing you to play from Taxi to Ramp-in without screen transitions.

This was created for fellow budget flight simmers who use the Stream Deck Plus as their sole device. I tested and modified the shared profiles. Guenseli's AAO script was a great help.

The Preflight and Engine Start-Up, as well as the Engine Shutdown processes, primarily require a mouse and keyboard for setup. Therefore, only the switches and buttons needed during actual flight (Hands-on Controller) are included (For example, switches like Anti-Collision Light, Logo Light, and most overhead panel switches are not included since they are not usually required during operations.)

Installation Instructions

Since the installation process is complex, please follow the steps carefully without skipping any.
If you ever used Guenseli's PMDG 737 Profile, only need to install my SD+ Profile and AAO script.

• Import the AxisAndOhsScripts_PMDG737.xml file according to the AAO Manual.

• Import the AxisAndOhsScripts_PMDG737_TONY_X.X.xml file according to the AAO Manual.(Overwrite if it asks)

• MSFS2020
  Goto \Packages\pmdg-aircraft-73x\work and modify the PMDG 738(739) configuration file: In the 737_option.ini file, add the following line and save the file:

  [SDK]
  EnableDataBroadcast=1​

• MSFS2024
  - For XBOX(MS Store) version Goto %LOCALAPPDATA%\Packages\Microsoft.Limitless_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalState\WASM\MSFS2024\pmdg-aircraft-737\work\.
  - For Steam Version Goto %APPDATA%\Roaming\Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024\WASM\MSFS2024\pmdg-aircraft-738\work\. 
  then modify the PMDG 738(739) configuration file: In the 737_option.ini file, add the following line and save the file:
  

  [SDK] 
  EnableDataBroadcast=1  
  EnableCDUBroadcast.0=1  
  EnableCDUBroadcast.1=1 ​

   

• Install the Stream Deck+ Profile : Double-click the StreamDeckProfile file to install the profile.

  (Ensure that your Stream Deck+ device is connected and updated to the latest version beforehand.)

• Enable the AAO Script in Flight Simulator: Launch Flight Simulator and load the aircraft.

  Open AAO and go to Scripting - Aircraft Automated Script, then Add/update PMDG_737MSFS_Data in the group of PMDG. (If VS does not function on a new livery of the same model during the first flight, check this step again.)

• Enjoy your flight! ✈️

Developer's explanation

Each page can be navigated using buttons or by swiping left and right. (Order: EFIS - MCP - FWD - OVERHEAD - COM - NAV - CONFIG)

MCP Page

• Since it is not possible to include all MCP buttons, only the switches that are primarily used during actual flights have been included. Buttons like SPD and ALT HLD are generally not used directly, as they are typically engaged via LVL CHG or V/S switches. However, to allow users to verify their engagement status, they are displayed in a smaller format on the MCP display. a long press on the SPD knob toggles SPD mode, while a long press on the ALT knob activates ALT HLD mode.

• The arrangement of switches closely mirrors the actual MCP layout.

• The CMD switch operates as follows: a short press activates CMD A, a long press (0.5 seconds or more) activates CMD B.

  The ENGAGE light is split in half to indicate which command switch(A or B) is engaged.

• A long press on the APP switch functions as a VOR/LOC switch, and this is also indicated on the switch itself.

• Unlike the 737, aircraft developed later (such as the 777 and 787) allow the SPD and ALT knobs to function as INTERVENTION when pressed. this function also has been implemented.

• Touching "C/O" on the display toggles between IAS and MACH, while touching the BANK ANGLE INDEX adjusts the setting.

• For additional intuitive use, Pressing the HDG knob engages HDG SEL mode, while pressing the V/S knob engages V/S mode.

EFIS Page

• Each knob functions as a real aircraft knob when pressed (RST, CTR, TFC, STD).  

• While in an actual aircraft, EFIS changes are visually confirmed on the PFD/ND, the Stream Deck display also shows setting values for verification.  

FWD Page

• A long press on the A/T switch presses the A/T disengage annunciator. When auto-throttle is disengaged and the annunciator flashes, a long press cancels the light.

• Pressing the transponder knob cycles through numbers sequentially, and touching the IDENT button on the display activates IDENT.

• If you press transponder selector knob, It activates xpdr 'TEST'.

• Pressing the COURSE knob allows selection and adjustment of the left or right CRS.

OVERHEAD Page

• This page includes only buttons used from taxi-out to ramp-in. Most buttons are rarely used.

• Due to PMDG limitations, wiper switches were excluded since wipers do not affect raindrops on the windshield or visibility.

• The TAXI light is placed in the center, with the TURNOFF lights positioned on either side for quick recognition.

• Lights such as ANTI-COLLISION, LOGO, and WHEEL WELL were not included as they are rarely adjusted and do not impact flight operations.  

• A short press on the TAXI/TURNOFF light switch operates the TAXI light, while a long press operates the TURNOFF light switch.

• The BRIGHTNESS control allows sequential adjustments by pressing the knob: ALL DU → ALL PANEL (BACKLIT) → ALL FLOOD. Instead of displaying numerical brightness values, brightness is adjusted visually on the screen, making knob position irrelevant.

• Wing anti-ice was excluded, as it is rarely used and affects stall logic for remainder of the flight.

• FLT ALT and LAND ALT can be selected and adjusted by pressing the knobs.

COM/NAV Page

• This page is allows easy navigation to other pages.

CONFIG Page

• The config page is where you can set the flaps, landing gear, speed brakes, and more.

• Pressing and holding the FLAP UP switch fully retracts the flaps, while pressing and holding the DOWN switch sets the flaps to 40. 

Known Bugs(Working on..)

Update Notes

• V2.0 (FS24 only): The brightness control panel has been fixed, and all lights now operate correctly in the dimmed position.
• V1.4 Added Enlarged MCP panel display version for better readability. MCP panel switch has been added on EFIS panel for quick switch and WPT switch has been removed since this switch usually not used during operation.
• V1.3  A/T Disengage Annunciator lights fixed. Bank Angle Selector toggle when touched. SPEEDBRAKE EXTENDED light has been added on CONF page.
• V1.2 Configuration page added. The transponder code stays within the range of 0 to 7 and does not go beyond these limits, Performance tweaked. The position of the menu has changed. AUTOBRAKE DISARM light has fixed.
• V1.1 MCP switches are relocated, APU switch added on OVH page, ENG ANTI-ICE switch L/R combined. Long Press on SPD knob toggle SPD mode, and Long Press on ALT knob trigger ALT HLD mode.
• v1.0 Initial release

If you have any features you'd like to add or if you find any errors or bugs, please leave a comment. I will check and work on them as time allows

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