20 reviews for Ignition Panel
| 5 star | 95 | 95% |
| 4 star | 5 | 5% |
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N8033Fox
When my 10 year old switch panel started to go out, I searched the market for some replacement options. There were a few options that resembled what I was looking for, but they were either not plug and play, or they were lacking other features I was wanted like a spring return magneto switch. This Ignition Panel from Desktop Pilot does just that. The key springs back from the start position like the real world counterpart. The metal toggle switches appear robust, I'm hoping the plastic rocker switches hold up sufficiently as they appear to be a digital type making end user replacement a bit more difficult if that were to happen. 3D printing has really advanced the manufacturing of flight sim components. The enclosure is 3D printed along with part of the mag switch spring mechanism. But the face plate is steel, and is easily removed from the enclosure to mount in your own panel as I have done. The footprint of the unit appears to closely resemble a 172S. The circuit breakers are non-functional, but resembled well enough for a check list flow. I considered removing them to replace with tactile buttons but the holes are too large to accept what I wanted to put there, but the size might accept an actual circuit breaker. Overall, out of the box, I would give the unit 5 stars for versatility, functionality, and appearance. My video of it in operation was too large to post here, but you can view it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vLT6dn8MtEuBatvP6IQR5laXU54BPQhQ/view?usp=drive_link
N8033Fox
When my 10 year old switch panel started to go out, I searched the market for some replacement options. There were a few options that resembled what I was looking for, but they were either not plug and play, or they were lacking other features I was wanted like a spring return magneto switch. This Ignition Panel from Desktop Pilot does just that. The key springs back from the start position like the real world counterpart. The metal toggle switches appear robust, I'm hoping the plastic rocker switches hold up sufficiently as they appear to be a digital type making end user replacement a bit more difficult if that were to happen. 3D printing has really advanced the manufacturing of flight sim components. The enclosure is 3D printed along with part of the mag switch spring mechanism. But the face plate is steel, and is easily removed from the enclosure to mount in your own panel as I have done. The footprint of the unit appears to closely resemble a 172S. The circuit breakers are non-functional, but resembled well enough for a check list flow. I considered removing them to replace with tactile buttons but the holes are too large to accept what I wanted to put there, but the size might accept an actual circuit breaker. Overall, out of the box, I would give the unit 5 stars for versatility, functionality, and appearance. My video of it in operation was too large to post here, but you can view it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vLT6dn8MtEuBatvP6IQR5laXU54BPQhQ/view?usp=drive_link
N8033Fox
When my 10 year old switch panel started to go out, I searched the market for some replacement options. There were a few options that resembled what I was looking for, but they were either not plug and play, or they were lacking other features I was wanted like a spring return magneto switch. This Ignition Panel from Desktop Pilot does just that. The key springs back from the start position like the real world counterpart. The metal toggle switches appear robust, I'm hoping the plastic rocker switches hold up sufficiently as they appear to be a digital type making end user replacement a bit more difficult if that were to happen. 3D printing has really advanced the manufacturing of flight sim components. The enclosure is 3D printed along with part of the mag switch spring mechanism. But the face plate is steel, and is easily removed from the enclosure to mount in your own panel as I have done. The footprint of the unit appears to closely resemble a 172S. The circuit breakers are non-functional, but resembled well enough for a check list flow. I considered removing them to replace with tactile buttons but the holes are too large to accept what I wanted to put there, but the size might accept an actual circuit breaker. Overall, out of the box, I would give the unit 5 stars for versatility, functionality, and appearance. My video of it in operation was too large to post here, but you can view it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vLT6dn8MtEuBatvP6IQR5laXU54BPQhQ/view?usp=drive_link
N8033Fox
When my 10 year old switch panel started to go out, I searched the market for some replacement options. There were a few options that resembled what I was looking for, but they were either not plug and play, or they were lacking other features I was wanted like a spring return magneto switch. This Ignition Panel from Desktop Pilot does just that. The key springs back from the start position like the real world counterpart. The metal toggle switches appear robust, I'm hoping the plastic rocker switches hold up sufficiently as they appear to be a digital type making end user replacement a bit more difficult if that were to happen. 3D printing has really advanced the manufacturing of flight sim components. The enclosure is 3D printed along with part of the mag switch spring mechanism. But the face plate is steel, and is easily removed from the enclosure to mount in your own panel as I have done. The footprint of the unit appears to closely resemble a 172S. The circuit breakers are non-functional, but resembled well enough for a check list flow. I considered removing them to replace with tactile buttons but the holes are too large to accept what I wanted to put there, but the size might accept an actual circuit breaker. Overall, out of the box, I would give the unit 5 stars for versatility, functionality, and appearance. My video of it in operation was too large to post here, but you can view it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vLT6dn8MtEuBatvP6IQR5laXU54BPQhQ/view?usp=drive_link
Terry Young
Great switch set . The key switch with spring back is excellent
Kenneth King
Long time CH Products user, Beta Tester. After my Saitek/Logitech Switch Panel died I was looking for something new. To replace it, I found the Desktop Pilot Ignition Switch Panel. WOW! EASY to set up in X-Plane, MSFS, as well using SPADneXt for Prepar3D. I was so impressed by the build quality and programming I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the Throttle Quadrant, Plaps Switch, Parking Brake, Pitch Trim and Fuel Select/Shut Off.
Kenneth King
Long time CH Products user, Beta Tester. After my Saitek/Logitech Switch Panel died I was looking for something new. To replace it, I found the Desktop Pilot Ignition Switch Panel. WOW! EASY to set up in X-Plane, MSFS, as well using SPADneXt for Prepar3D. I was so impressed by the build quality and programming I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the Throttle Quadrant, Plaps Switch, Parking Brake, Pitch Trim and Fuel Select/Shut Off.
Kenneth King
Long time CH Products user, Beta Tester. After my Saitek/Logitech Switch Panel died I was looking for something new. To replace it, I found the Desktop Pilot Ignition Switch Panel. WOW! EASY to set up in X-Plane, MSFS, as well using SPADneXt for Prepar3D. I was so impressed by the build quality and programming I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the Throttle Quadrant, Plaps Switch, Parking Brake, Pitch Trim and Fuel Select/Shut Off.
Kenneth King
Long time CH Products user, Beta Tester. After my Saitek/Logitech Switch Panel died I was looking for something new. To replace it, I found the Desktop Pilot Ignition Switch Panel. WOW! EASY to set up in X-Plane, MSFS, as well using SPADneXt for Prepar3D. I was so impressed by the build quality and programming I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the Throttle Quadrant, Plaps Switch, Parking Brake, Pitch Trim and Fuel Select/Shut Off.
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Ignition Panel
Among all the gear in my sim cockpit, the Ignition Panel stands out as my absolute favorite. The magneto key brings the startup procedure to life, and the array of switches covers everything from lights to engine control in one slick unit. Solid build, this is a must buy for any GA Lover!
I wanted a switch panel with mag switch to use when I swapped out my Honeycomb Alpha for a stick when simming with a DA40 and other airplanes with a stick. My previous experience with “Brand L” wasn’t great as their comparable unit had a short life span. I saw this unit at SimExpo 25 and knew it was just what I wanted. I ordered it that Saturday and it was in my mailbox by the following Tuesday, even with free shipping. There isn’t a driver for it because MSFS20 and 24 rely on bindings for this sort of unit. I found the video on the product page, while for MSFS 20, very helpful and easy enough to follow for 24. The unit has a nice heft and the switches are robust with satisfying clicks. The mag switch IS spring loaded for the start position, contrary to what I’ve seen in a review or two on the web, and works perfectly. I love this unit and it deserves the 5 star I gave it. I frequently give 4 stars because there’s almost always a minor thing that could be better, while this unit is perfect for my flying. I also use it for helo flying (and of course don’t use the mag switch) as the lights, master/alternator, and avionics switches are useful there too.
When my 10 year old switch panel started to go out, I searched the market for some replacement options. There were a few options that resembled what I was looking for, but they were either not plug and play, or they were lacking other features I was wanted like a spring return magneto switch. This Ignition Panel from Desktop Pilot does just that. The key springs back from the start position like the real world counterpart. The metal toggle switches appear robust, I’m hoping the plastic rocker switches hold up sufficiently as they appear to be a digital type making end user replacement a bit more difficult if that were to happen. 3D printing has really advanced the manufacturing of flight sim components. The enclosure is 3D printed along with part of the mag switch spring mechanism. But the face plate is steel, and is easily removed from the enclosure to mount in your own panel as I have done. The footprint of the unit appears to closely resemble a 172S. The circuit breakers are non-functional, but resembled well enough for a check list flow. I considered removing them to replace with tactile buttons but the holes are too large to accept what I wanted to put there, but the size might accept an actual circuit breaker. Overall, out of the box, I would give the unit 5 stars for versatility, functionality, and appearance. My video of it in operation was too large to post here, but you can view it here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vLT6dn8MtEuBatvP6IQR5laXU54BPQhQ/view?usp=drive_link
Excellent quality and great product
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