PMDG 737-700 Tutorial: MCP - how does it work?

[@ellisturner9618]

The most comprehensive 737 tutorials on YT. Not just how its done but why its done. Very helpful. Thanks.

[@AirGreekDespotas]

Who would even think that you OVERload us with information ? This series of episodes,is EPIC ! I was sooooo looking for this one in particular ! Thank you very much Sir

[@A330Driver]

More to come!

[@stephanweber1168]

Hello, thank you for the Video. Please do not burn your computer. Everything you explain here is pure gold, for flightsimmers. Very interesting also the function for non-precision approaches of the app-mode, or the explanation of the master sites of the flightdirector. I never stop learning.

[@ysteineker7001]

Thanks - this gold. I do not know the reason for lack of detailed Ops documentation in PMDG. - Decades ago, in serious Boeing addons, example, the FMC section was at least 100 pages. To lift PMDG737 up to study level, your series is mandatory. The deselect option reminds me of exam in simulator (for licensed tech certification). The instructor pressed a button, and asked me to explain the option. I told him everything I knew about the system. He replied this not the answer he was looking for. Finally I gave up. Then he hit the button again - "you can deselect it"

[@A330Driver]

It's a pity indeed that we no longer get the real documents with the PMDG. But for a reason that I don't know PMDG could not negotiate a new licensing agreement for those manuals.

[@Fcreceptor]

The Dreamfleet 737 classic had a huge manual. I still have a number of those printed out somewhere lol.

[@Bonobox73]

Finally this is the tutorial I was looking for! Thanks .

[@amilcaresada7778]

Grazie. Probably the best description I got of MCP in a coincise time. As all the videos: simply great. I’m on xplane 12 Zibo since I have a Mac. but I love your explanation format!

[@A330Driver]

Thank you so much for your kind words and your support! That is really much apprechiated.

[@user-rh5vi7np4n]

Thanks

[@DA-rf7zj]

I second the "comprehensive". Straight to the point. Excellent.

[@stevek.9424]

Great video. I sort of figured out some of the autopilot on my own, but this video both cleared up a few misconceptions that I had and filled in a number of gaps. I decided to go into full "experiment mode" on a flight right after this: I set up a fairly short flight and played around with a bunch of modes to see what happens, without regard to getting it right. Best way to learn.

[@basher1592]

You have excellent tutorials! It is so nice to come across tutorials that some knows exactly what they are teaching. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos.

[@A330Driver]

Thank you so much!

[@shanemcgrath6270]

Awesome tutorial series mate and I have learnt a lot since coming across from the A320. This is a lot more 'hands on' so a lot more to set up etc. I normally switch back to the Bus when I am lazy lol.

[@paulm5025]

Thanks for the great content!

[@A330Driver]

You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@peterlazuric5641]

Yes, that was a lot of information to digest in one viewing. I will have to watch this video a couple of more times at least. Do not get me wrong it was a great video to watch and thank you for sharing it.

[@asagraf7276]

Absolutely stellar video. You're the best resource on KZbin for the PMDG 737!

[@TwentyNailsBike]

Thank you soooooo much for this video... Trying to learn how to fly the 737-800. I'm used to Airbus and this is so complicated! But following your tutorials, hopefully I will make it!

[@A330Driver]

You can do it!

[@rfarley565656]

Thank you for expanding on the mcp. Cleared up a few items for me. All of your instructional videos are very much appreciated, as I get familiar with this incredible aircraft. Look forward to all your future lessons..

[@AmechiAmanugi]

Learning a lot! Watching several times to help me TRULY learn the 737! Thanks so much for all of your work on this!

[@kylepayne9657]

Thank you so very much for this very informative video. I am transitioning from the Airbus (12.5 years) to this "dinosaur" 737 and the way you explained how some of the modes were comparable to the Airbus finally allowed me to understand. The books only confused me. I finally understand!!

[@Terry-7]

Great video! We are lucky to have the knowledge of an actual 737 pilot at our fingertips. It helps me personally when you explain the action of the simulator and then relate it to real life. Thank you sir for your time and dedication, greatly appreciated!

[@A330Driver]

Thank you so much! This is exactly why I do these videos!

[@Terry-7]

@@A330DriverPlease keep them coming, I have learned so much from you.

[@chriskrier4875]

Thank you for these, cleared up a concern I was having just by watching and paying close attention, Keep up the great work!

[@nicozika]

all your guides are extremely helpful. Thanks for putting these videos together.

[@A330Driver]

Glad you like them!

[@GG_Booboo]

This was a fantastic tutorial, and especially the details you gave about VORLOC and APP! Good stuff!

[@azbob412]

Outstanding tutorial. I'll probably have to watch it a few more times to let it soak in. Thanks, good job.

[@mancooncrest835]

As usual amazing content. I looked at the thumbnail going "Wah...what can be there to talk about the MCP alone for 36 minutes straight?" and I stand corrected of course. Not only understanding the buttons but the prerequisites and corresponding modes an dimplications in the airplane is just perfect again. Thank you!

[@A330Driver]

haha, and I even thought about a second video in which I'd explain in which situation it's best to use which mode. I'm sure I could fill another 15 minutes with it.

[@mancooncrest835]

@@A330Driver Absolutely yes…go for it!

[@Firewolf_Daimyo]

Thanks for this video, Ive got an airline assessment coming up and this really helped me get some thoery in before the sim!

[@raywalsh5414]

Just starting on the PMDG 737 and found this really helpful, thanks.

[@mannyrivera6990]

The passion to share his knowledge on this video is exemplary .... thank you @A330 Driver

[@A330Driver]

Thank you so much!

[@WarHawkAU24]

Excellent video. I had a decent base on the mcp, but there was still plenty to learn. Nice tutorial!

[@Neo-je4bi]

I've always been curious about the LVL CHG thing ! Can't wait to try it

[@NaviSim101]

Hi Emanuel. Thank you for taking the time in teaching us about the MCP panel. Great tutorial! ~Rm😉

[@andrewculley8524]

Thanks for this guide explaining the nuance of the MCP. Prior to this I was jabbing buttons and hoping it would do roughly what i had in mind 😅

[@andrewbennett2582]

Great video as always. Might you consider doing a video about choosing the correct auto brake settings?

[@A330Driver]

Choosing which autobrake setting to take should be covered in the extended approach briefing tutorial if I'm not totally mistaken.

[@andrewbennett2582]

@@A330Driver ahh ok, I must have missed that somehow. I use topcat for take off and landing performance calculations, but I was wondering if there were some others things I could learn. I will rewatch that video now.

[@sniper-sim]

Thanks for this and other tutorials in this amazing and detailed series!!

[@A330Driver]

You’re welcome! Thanks for your kind words!

[@ukjim_sim]

This is great, I normally stick vnav and lnav modes on after takeoff and away we go, then use the LOC and APP modes for ILS. This is good for when I need to deviate from these modes due to ATC or anything like that. Once again, wonderful tutorial and appreciate your time taken to produce these videos.

[@Moving504]

These tutorials have been so helpful thanks

[@Ch4rly972]

Just what I wanted great tutorial thank you !

[@roberthatcher2773]

Great tutorial as always, thank you! this cleared up some things I didn't understand (like Level Change). Please do more! Centre Pedestal

[@Micg51]

I’m one of those weirdos that actually uses CWS. I like to hand fly up to 15-20k usually and I hate having to trim so much. Really nice with a level off to have CWS auto trim for you and just have to push the yoke forward. The simplest way I can explain ALT INTV is it’s a “i want that ALT now button” it’s mostly used when coming out of cruise altitude with a descend and maintain clearance and you want to stay in VNAV.

[@markrecord7175]

Thanks Emi as always. This is a brilliant video that teases out some of the nuanced detail of the MCP. Can I assume there will be others to follow that cover other panels in the 737?

[@A330Driver]

I hope so!

[@roberttresland1545]

Very good explanation, exactly what I have been missing. Thank you very much

[@A330Driver]

Great to hear!

[@lhblack]

Thanks as always! Another great vid to get us simmers!

[@brennt501]

Such a beautiful aircraft! Hopefulley an update is comming soon wich solves the PFD flickering issue...

[@hakeemsamarraie7880]

I must thank you, it is what I have been looking for

[@CrashEd1664]

You read my mind - I was just about to search for an MCP video to do some revision and this popped up! Many thanks! 👍

[@CrashEd1664]

Excellent tutorial - very helpful. Many thanks.

[@bro977]

Truelly the first great explanation of the map Thx so much! Lee

[@bro977]

Mcp not map

[@darthmaul8952]

Very clear and concise video 👍

[@juliomoreno1616]

Great explanación…

[@SteonCZ]

Great stuff. Very informative.

[@xcaptz]

Very nice tutorial, thanks so much 🙏🏼👨‍✈️

[@johnboy8846]

very well explained, keep them coming please driver

[@gsveeb]

Another great video. Very helpful! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@dazzer1696]

Brilliant! Thanks sir!

[@ZiggyAir]

Thank you for this informative video. Yes, it is a lot of information, but I always watch it twice, so I don't miss anything. I was wondering, if you would consider creating training scenarios so your subscribers can practice these videos. I think it would go a long way in learning some of the more complicated procedures. Thanks,

[@harismatheakis6731]

Thank you so much!! It was very hellpful tutorial

[@loic4018]

We lost the Live but win à very good lesson. Thank you very much. Personnaly I would like the same for the overhead panel. I push some switch but why? 🤣🤣 I just follow the cheklist give by pmdg like a 🐵 I m sure a lesson on it would be great.

[@A330Driver]

Great suggestion!

[@quandumphone]

This is excellent, thank you!

[@randyjones9726]

Thank you so much for this.

[@KalwatGarage]

Thanks, it was helpful

[@user-lz2mt5nc9e]

5:23 I didn't understand this part about independent flight director operations.

[@DR10002]

Spectacular

[@tonazor2009]

Thank you, amazing video with a lot of infomation similarly to your other tutorials. I think I totaly lost you in the "A/P engage buttons". I mean, what the CMD button (or the CWS one) does? ThanX again.

[@A330Driver]

CMD (A/B): Engages AP in the respective channel CWS (A/B): Engages AP in Control Wheel Steering Mode where it will hold the pitch and bank you set manually with the control column

[@mistoque200]

Great!

[@juliomoreno1616]

Great tutorial….

[@Peter-55]

FMA is king!

[@harryb7591]

What PC set up do you have ? Are you using a VR setup? I want what you have!

[@larsbrandau4664]

737NG Driver Checklist 1.Liked: CHKD 2. Liking again: Tried, failed :D Super Video. Wie immer sehr sehenswert. Ich habe mal eine ganz "besondere" Frage: Wie bekomme ich es hin den Pushback manuell zu machen so wie du es einmal "demonstriert" hast? Ich mache das bisher über die MCDU. Ich habe mich schon öfters gefragt wie du auf diesen "Pushback Assistenten" kommst. Ich würde mich sehr über eine Antwort freuen.

[@A330Driver]

Hi Lars, danke für die netten Worte! Ich habe verschiedene Methoden verwendet für den Pushback. Zum einen war da das Tool "Toolbar Pushback" welches ich meistens verwendet habe. In meinem Review habe ich dann PMDGs eigene Pushbackfunktion verwendet. Die Details wie die funktioniert stehen im Handbuch, simpel gesagt musst Du als Pushbackmethode "Self Drive" auswählen und dann den Tug verbinden.

[@mateuszmista738]

First of all thank you for so many great videos! But I have a question as well. If left course knob works in relation with left radio panel settings and left ND, and right hand course knob analogically with right hand side nd and radio, does it mean that there can be different nav aid with different courses set on both NDs? Or if I set a course on right hand course knob, this course would be displayed on left hand ND as well? And another question if I can. Lets assume that I fly raw data. I fly along one VOR radial and at a certain point I have to switch to another VOR and follow different radial. I do that by simply switching appropriate frequency from stb to active on radio pannel and I set new course by course knob? Or it should be done different way? Thank you in advance and wish you all the best!

[@tk64681]

Why do the course knobs have yellow cross on them???

[@baptiste7553]

Hello sir, Thank you so much for this tutorial. It answered almost all my questions ! 😋 In fact, I still have one question, what does the LNAV do if the autopilot is off ? Thank you for your help and sorry for my bad english (I think you answered it in you video but I didn't understand) Best wishes for 2023, Baptiste

[@A330Driver]

Hi Baptiste, LNAV does the same it would do when the AP is on: Tell the FD to give you guidance on how to follow the FMC track. Happy new year!

[@baptiste7553]

@@A330Driver Oh ok ! Thank you for your answer 👍 Your tutorials are extremely complete and interesting, continue it is very great and helpful ! Happy new year 🎉

[@jordanaskins2302]

I just bought the 736 last night and when I try to adjust the course, Mach or alt the knobs just keep spinning down. Xbox one

[@brendanchughes]

Great tutorial! One question: when using APP with an RNP with LPV capability loaded via the FMC, will you still get the FAC and GP symbology?

[@A330Driver]

Our aircraft are not LPV verified so I don't know.

[@ArrRoh]

Awesome video, thank you as always! Since there is no FPA (unlike the airbus), how would you know what VS to select?

[@Micg51]

You really don’t use V/S all that much. It’s gonna be ALT INTV or LVL CHG for most descents. Only time I would use it is if you are close to traffic go less than 1000fpm to not set off an RA (ALT INTV defaults to 1000fpm)

[@ArrRoh]

@@Micg51 that’s great to know, thanks for the info 🙏🏽

[@SuperEs75]

a few q's: - why does the course selector knob symbol looks like a cross or a sword? is it like that in the real plane? - if i go through all the tutorials, will i know what every button does in this plane? - is the 737 max very similar in real life? thank you

[@andershogqvist]

Thanks for an excellent overview! Question: in what situation do we select 30 degree bank angle? For approaches and SIDs with tight turns?

[@A330Driver]

Basically only when you really need to make a tight turn. Appraoches and SIDs are usually flown in LNAV and LNAV uses its own automatic bank limiter, thus the knobs limitation does not apply to it. My main use for 30° AOB is during Circling Approaches when establishing on the final approach course. When I see that I'm about to overshoot I use 30° AOB there. Apart from that 25° is usually sufficient for all operations.

[@andershogqvist]

@@A330Driver thanks mate! I forgot that it doesn't do anything while in LNAV mode.

[@ibrahimusluer3649]

Hi sir, Could you tell me how I can close curser trainer?

[@njyde]

If you are using VNAV for say, a descent or approach and ATC instructs you to maintain 180KTS, then you would use SPD INTV and select SPEED mode with 180 in the speed window, correct? Then, how do you return to the mode where VNAV uses the speed given by the FMC again? Thank you.

[@A330Driver]

I'd most likely use LVL CHG instead of VNAV because VNAV gives priority to the path and LVL CHG gives priority to the speed.

[@Micg51]

If you want to remain in VNAV, all you have to do is click SPD INTV, and use the speed knob to select 180. To go back to FMC speed, just click SPD INTV again. There isn’t really any scenario where you will click the SPEED button

[@pilotpawanc]

How to configure this on a final. Whenever i try to do it, it doesn't work. Even when i go to the configuration - Final in the FMS. I load in ILS frequency, configure flaps etc still autoland doesn't happen. What am I doing wrong? Also during my trial with takeoff after having plugged in the entire route , the autopilot did not follow the flight plan. 😢

[@Micg51]

If you are trying to auto land you need CMD A and B engaged. Auto land will only work if you see FLARE armed on the FMA as well

[@Yuri231]

What is the difference from "course" to "heading" button?

[@A330Driver]

Course: Nav Reciever (VOR and ILS Course) Heading: Heading Bug

[@Sim737Pilot]

I find myself deferring to spd inv once i start getting vectored. How often is spd mode used? More often than spd inv?

[@A330Driver]

When I have usable VNAV data, aka when the vector is close to my magenta line, I use it. Otherwise LVL CHG or VS. I'd say it's 50/50, sometimes you use this, sometimes that.

[@billiebounce5365]

great video! but for some reasons there are ads every 2mns, it's boring

[@yasinparti4385]

Hi, when i fly the pmdg 737, there seems to be a bug with the trim sound. When in flight, there is an almost constant sound that the trim wheel is spinning quickly, while it’s spinning very slowly. Do you have this issue as well?

[@A330Driver]

I don't see such an issue on my system. I'd suggest to contact the PMDG support. They should hopefully be able to do something about it.

[@benw5470]

Does the weather radar work? I can't seem to figure it out.

[@A330Driver]

The big INOP sticker on the WXR panel certainly suggests no ;-)

[@benw5470]

@@A330Driver That's what I thought. It looked like there was a radar scan going on in this video. I understand if it's a sim limitation however other aircraft have nexrad. It would nice if they could at least use that data somehow for now. Your videos are fantastic. Thank you!

[@Fcreceptor]

@@benw5470 the map display is showing terrain mode

[@davidtotino3316]

Gday great video 👍 Just wandering since you are part of PMDG when will the 737 be available in the MSFS 2020 market place ? Cheers 🥂

[@A330Driver]

That's no information that I could share if I even had it.

[@davidtotino3316]

@@A330Driver that’s ok 👍

[@yams900]

Hey, I also want to fly a real 737 :)

[@piggypiggypig1746]

Well, if I managed to follow all that, then anyone can.

[@jiglesiasrc]

Excellent presentation. Thanks.