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Audio for VATSIM Guide

Since 2019 VATSIM has been using a standalone audio transmission protocol called Audio for VATSIM. At the moment, there are 3 clients available to use said protocol. The up-to-date list of approved AFV clients is always available in the Approved Software Policy. Lativa vACC recommends the AFV Standalone Client or TrackAudio for use within the EVRR FIR.

Audio for VATSIM Standalone Client

The AFV Standalone Client is available for download by clicking the button below.

  • It is recommended that when staffing radar positions the controller should cross-couple (XC) their own primary frequency for better reach among pilots on opposite ends of one’s airspace.
  • It is strongly recommended that controllers do not disable Realistic ATC Audio Effects while using this AFV client.

TrackAudio

TrackAudio is made by Pierre Ferran - a former Director of the French vACC and a respected software developer within the VATSIM community. TrackAudio is available for download by following the link below.

  • It is recommended that when staffing radar positions the controller should cross-couple (XCA) their own primary frequency for better reach among pilots on opposite ends of one’s airspace.
  • It is strongly recommended that controllers do not disable Radio Effects while using this AFV client.
  • It is recommended that controllers use Garex 220 as Radio Hardware to achieve maximum realism in their radio transmissions.
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