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Editors Depot - Mission Editing and Scripting => OFP - Editing/Scripting General => Topic started by: PDOGG on 27 Feb 2004, 03:21:25
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I have another problem and since u lot are quite friendly and very helpful(saved my arse last time) I figured u could help me wih a probably simple problem that i have since im a moron. Ya see i downloaded Tonal island from @WAR, and I extracted it to the Addons folder...but it didnt show up in game....I don't understand it..is someone could help me with this stupid problem please do. I really appreciate it.
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Mabey when you extracted the .pbo files, they got extracted into a new folder in your addons folder, you know what I mean? Just make sure that the pbo files are in the addons folder and not in a folder within the addons folder :P This is just a guess as to what might be going wrong
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nope I extracted it there but when I checked it didnt go, there I cant find it. but when i extract it again it asks me if i wanna overwrite it. ARGH...well if anyone can help me plase do....damnit I can't find it in the File but it says it's there in Winzip....can anyone help me?...... :'(
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It seems you extracted the files in the wrong directory, as J-man said.
Find the place where they are now and move them in your addon folder.
Search for "BAS_OPFOR.pbo" or "BAS_O.pbo". By the way: did you
read installation instructions ?
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INSTALLATION:
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Place the PBO files in Addons\, Res\Addons\ or a mod folder in your Operation Flashpoint directory:
* BAS_I1.pbo 1.00
* BAS_I2.pbo 1.00
* BAS_O.pbo 1.00
* BAS_OPCPP.pbo 1.00
* BAS_OPFOR.pbo 1.00
* JAM_Magazines.pbo 2.00
* JAM_Sounds.pbo 1.00
The Island anim Folder must be placed in Res\Addons\ folder (not everyone has normal addons folder):
* BAS_Isle_Anim
Place the Tonal Folder in your Missions\ or Missions\Ballistic\ folder:
Tonal Folder
* BAS_Isle_JungleOp.bas_i1.pbo
* BAS_Isle_RebelRoad_v1.bas_i2.pbo
Place the Insurgency_01.pbo into the Campaigns\ folder:
* Insurgency_01.pbo
Place the MP mission files in your MPMissions\ folder:
* dm@ 10 elimination v1.bas_i1.pbo
* tdm@ 24 kimbeassault v1.bas_i1.pbo
* tdm@ 18 slumskirmish v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 9 jungleop v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 17 rebelroad v1.bas_i2.pbo
MP Insurgency Coops have at least 3 extra player spots not counted in name, for opposition forces:
* co@ 5 scoutpatrol v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 14 closetohome v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 16 militiadump v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 20 internalconflict v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 5 zinaba v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 11 warpath v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 17 holiday v1.bas_i2.pbo
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it played up with me - the campaign - so i just tried again and it worked
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but it says it's there in Winzip
How are you extracting it with Winzip? The download is a RAR.
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Ok something funny is goin on. I downloaded it from @war right.....it was just one pbo file. I added it to Winzip so i could extract it to my addons folder...did I get a crappy version or the wrong version or something? (actually im having the same problem with the BIB African militia guys and Jungle Everon.). If anyone can enlighten me to what's goin on i'd appreciate it,
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You think you've got problems ... when I started playing it all the units were invisible. You could see the weapons, but not the loons or vehicles. Bizarre.
Fortunately -nomap fixed it.
The download was a .rar file. Once opened, the folder contained several subfolders and some files, which were consistant with the readme that sa8gecko has posted. Can't remember exactly where I got it from, but I followed the Avon Lady's link.
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Download it again, from a better source.
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Ok I downloaded it again and i used WinRAR on it i followed the readme exactly as it said and it still wasnt in my list of islands and the OPFOR guys werent in the editor. NOTHING WORKED! damnit im getting really angry now. if ANYONE can help me. please I beg of you, do so.(i tried reinstalling it twice more afterwards, still didn't work.)
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Please, before downloading it again, explain this : it was just one
pbo file.
The file bas_isleopfor.rar is 115 mb big. Did you download only
the island and nothing else, I mean: was the file smaller than 115 mb ?
If so it's probably because of this your installation is not working.
The configs were in another file than the island one. I suggest you
to download the file from Flashpoint.cz: I downloaded mine from here
quite a while ago (last october) and all things went smooth.
If you have the right file, follow the instructions carefully. If you open
the file with winrar you see a directory called BAS_ISLE+OPFOR_V1.0,
click on it: the instruction file is BAS_ISLE_Readme.txt.
It states clearly you have to manually move the files in the
specified directories.
When you extract the files with winrar, the directory BAS_ISLE+OPFOR_V1.0
is created in the base path you chose to extract. Doubleclick_on_
it(typing_with_underscore_because_my_space_key_doesn't_work
anymore...)_,you_will see (unjammed space key) a serie of subdirectories:
double click on "ResAddons", the pbo files are in there. Move them
to your 'flashpoint\addons' directory. If you want the campaign and
the missions too move the files in those subdirectories as specified
in BAS_ISLE_Readme.txt.
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Idunno what the hell it was maybe it got cut off halfway or something but yesterday I did download it from OFP CZ
and followed the instructions EXACTLY as it says but nothing worked..... absolutely nothing :'(
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What do you mean "nothing worked"? What have you got? What happened? How do you know it didn't work? What did you do? All you've told is so far is that you've got a problem, but we can't help you unless you tell us what the problem is.
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Ok, i followed the ReadMe EXACTLY as it said and extracted the files exactly where it said to extract them. However when i play OFP and look in the mission editor nothing from it is there. The map itself isn't there. The campaign isnt there(least of my worries though i just wanna make some sweet missions on his island). The only sign i did anything was a "Single Mission" which said BAS_ISLE+OPFOR_V1.0, but when I click on it it just brings me back to the main menu. All IO know is that it doesn't seem to be working properly but that "single mission" proved it at least read the file.i have no idea what's goin on, has this happened to anyone before? (btw i've reinstalled it 4 times total, it continues to not function all i get is "BAS_ISLE+OPFOR_V1.0" in the single missions.)
OK I just tried again it STILL DIDN'T WORK!!! ARGH!!!!!
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what version of OFP are you running, PDOGG ?
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1.85 GOTY edition....(It won't lemme install the next patch for somereason but I thought Tonal island was for 1.85.......I don't recall anything in the readme bout that though......lemme check.... :-\
ok im getting pissed now. I found the GOTY 1.91 patch, succesfully installed it, tried to run OFP and guess what i got? a box saying "Cannot memory-map file 'RES\addons\o.pbo" WTF does that mean and how can I fix it? I would be beyond gratefull if someone could help me out.....I can't even run the game now...... :'(
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I think you can use the -nomap extension to fix this. Find your OFP shortcut on the desktop, right click, then go to properties. Click on the "Shortcut" tab, then find the target box. Replace it with this line:
"C:\Program Files\Codemasters\OperationFlashpoint\FLASHPOINTRESISTANCE.exe" -nomap
Of course, change it to your directory. I also suggest you use the new 1.96 patch.
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didn't work, thanks though ill go get that 1.96 patch if that doesnt work please god help me
ARGH i installed patch 1.96 it STILL didn't work i got that box again. I added what u told me to add in the properties exactly as u said and i installed patch 1.96.....ARGH now OFP won't even RUN this is so ridiculous all because I coudlnt get that damn Tonal island to work.........please somebody HELP ME!!!!
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ok im getting pissed now. I found the GOTY 1.91 patch, succesfully installed it, tried to run OFP and guess what i got? a box saying "Cannot memory-map file 'RES\addons\o.pbo" WTF does that mean and how can I fix it? I would be beyond gratefull if someone could help me out.....I can't even run the game now......
There is a simpler solution other that the -nomap one if it doesn't
work. Remove some of your addons.
If you don't want to do that, you can use Kegetys' method, but this
will require you to un-pbo o.pbo and then pbo it again.
Anyway, you can try this: (follow the instructions carefully)
- unpbo BAS_O.pbo
you should have obtained a directory called "BAS_O" in your
addon folder
now copy (not move, copy) the aforementioned directory in your
base OFP directory ("Flashoint" or whatever it is, is the one with
Flashpoint.exe and the Res, Addons, Users folders in it),
and absolutely, DON'T change its name.
Go in that new copied directory and delete the files:
- config.cpp
- stringtable.csv
Now return in the BAS_O directory in your addon folder and
delete all files and subdirectories except:
- config.cpp
- stringtable.csv
then make a pbo of the BAS_O directory in your addon folder.
You should have obtained a file that is only some KB big instead
of 61 MB
Run the program again and see what happens.
You can use the above trick even for O.pbo (standard BIS resitance
addon) and whatever big .pbo file gives you "cannot memory map"
problems.
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Woah this is so messed up, I appreciate your help man but looks like i got lucky somehow. Ya see I tried to run OFP a couple times and on i believe my 4th try it actually worked and somehow it's working now, every time. BUT it says it's on Version 1.91 even though i installed 1.96.......well since 1.96 is just a beta right now i'll wait till full release to install it again. Anyways i still cannot get the Tonal Island to work. This is so frustrating........ :'(
Ok i tried installing it yet again but STILL NO DICE, and when i did it flipped out on me and im gettin that same response again and i cant run OFP. HOWEVER I got the 1.96 to work(it appears to be a different file) and THAT is running so i'll just use that....but it doesn't change the fact i can't get the dang Tonal island to work STILL.....
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Yes, 1.96 is FLASHPOINTBETA.EXE.
Can you, PODGG, take a screenshot of your Addon directory and
post it ? Remember the limitation on file size,but don't compress it
too much to make it unreadable.
Have you tried Kegetys' method ? You see, we are tryng to help
you, but we need you to be more precise.
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Sorry I'n not being precise bt im not exactly a genius with this stuff like you guys probably are, I'm brand new to it. Anyways I dunno how else to say it....I wish i did but I'm not the most intelligent human in the world and I'm not sure how.................
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it flipped out on me
The problem is that you keep using phrases like this. You MUST explain what's happening. For example, did you get an error message? Is so, what was? All you need to do is describe exactly what you saw and heard.
Anyway, it sounds like you have two unrelated problems - getting OFP to work generally, and then the Tonal thing. I know you're getting frustrated because it's happened to me and it drives you nuts. :P
Anyway, Step 1 is to keep calm. :thumbsup:
Step 2 is to stop using inflammatory language like "messed up", which only makes the situation worse. ::)
Step 3 is to separate the problems. Remove all Tonal stuff from your Codemasters directory. Stash it somewhere safe. Tell us what Tonal files and folders you have - we're still not even sure that you have the correct download.
Step 4 is to update Windows and your graphics and sound card drivers.
Step 5 is to re-read this whole thread slowly and carefully. Then read it again.
Step 6 is to follow the advice given in the thread.
Step 7 is to make a post saying that you have done Steps 1 to 6. In that post, ask about anything in the thread that isn't clear - we'll be happy to explain it again.
Step 8 is to tell us, coldly, precisely and descriptively, what the situation is. You don't have to use long words, or fancy computer speak (I for one won't understand it anyway), just be precise. Do not use phrases like "it doesn't work" or "it's all messed up". You don't have to be a genius - just tell us how you know it doesn't work. ;)
Does that all make sense?
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Ok I'm been gone for awhile I did your steps and OFP is working fine. Everything is perfectly clear in the thread,no problems there. I did exactly as I was told in the readme, extracted all the files exactly as it said. ALL I get is a file in single missions that says bas-isle-opfor-v1 which, when selected does nothing but bring me back to the title screen. In short, even though I have attempted the installation more times than I can count, and re-downloaded the file a few times aswell,nothing in Campaigns,the mission editor, or single missions is in the game, even though I follow the readme exactly as it says. I think it's safe to say I'm screwed. I don't know what else to say, that's how I know the situation and as descriptively as I can describe it. If ANYONE can help me I would appreciate it more than you can imagine.
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ALL I get is a file in single missions that says bas-isle-opfor-v1 which, when selected does nothing but bring me back to the title screen.
Which suggests that you are doing something very weird during installation, as no such filename should appear in your missions list. Send us a picture of the inside of your Missions folder.
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==========================================================
INSTALLATION:
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Place the PBO files in Addons\, Res\Addons\ or a mod folder in your Operation Flashpoint directory:
* BAS_I1.pbo 1.00
* BAS_I2.pbo 1.00
* BAS_O.pbo 1.00
* BAS_OPCPP.pbo 1.00
* BAS_OPFOR.pbo 1.00
* JAM_Magazines.pbo 2.00
* JAM_Sounds.pbo 1.00
The Island anim Folder must be placed in Res\Addons\ folder (not everyone has normal addons folder):
* BAS_Isle_Anim
Place the Tonal Folder in your Missions\ or Missions\Ballistic\ folder:
Tonal Folder
* BAS_Isle_JungleOp.bas_i1.pbo
* BAS_Isle_RebelRoad_v1.bas_i2.pbo
Place the Insurgency_01.pbo into the Campaigns\ folder:
* Insurgency_01.pbo
Place the MP mission files in your MPMissions\ folder:
* dm@ 10 elimination v1.bas_i1.pbo
* tdm@ 24 kimbeassault v1.bas_i1.pbo
* tdm@ 18 slumskirmish v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 9 jungleop v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 17 rebelroad v1.bas_i2.pbo
MP Insurgency Coops have at least 3 extra player spots not counted in name, for opposition forces:
* co@ 5 scoutpatrol v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 14 closetohome v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 16 militiadump v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 20 internalconflict v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 5 zinaba v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 11 warpath v1.bas_i1.pbo
* co@ 17 holiday v1.bas_i2.pbo
ARGH ARGH ARGH, do you see that? that is EXACTLY WHAT I DID EVERYTIME!!! it refuses to install anything but that damn "single mission". I'm sorry but I'm so beyond frustrated I cant take this!!! ARGH what am i doing wrong if i am following the readme exactly as it says???????
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OK lemme walk you through EXACTLY what I do when i extract Tonal:
first I go into "ResAddons" in the WinRAR archive and inside is:
* BAS_I1.pbo 1.00
* BAS_I2.pbo 1.00
* BAS_O.pbo 1.00
* BAS_OPCPP.pbo 1.00
* BAS_OPFOR.pbo 1.00
* JAM_Magazines.pbo 2.00
* JAM_Sounds.pbo 1.00
All of which I extract to the Res/Addons folder in OFP.
Next I Click the BAS_Isle_Anim folder in the WinRAR archive(which contains several folders within) and I extract it to the Res/Addons folder in OFP
Next I click on the Tonal folder in the WinRAR archive, which contains 4 .pbos(the readme only states two but I tried it with just the two and it still didn't work)in the WinRAR archive and I extract it to the Missions folder in OFP
Next I doubleclick on campaigns(In WinRAR) and highlight the Insurgency_01.pbo, which I then extract to the campaigns folder.
Finally I doubleclick the MPMissions folder(in WinRAR) and Extract all 12 .pbo's within into the MPMissions folder.....
WTF AM I DOING WRONG!!!!!?????????
please somebody help me I cannot take this frustration much longer......I dunno how to state it any clearer....please help me.....
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Probably you are extracting the files with their FULL RELATIVE PATH.
DO THE FOLLOWING:
- extract all the archive in your root directory (C: , D: or what is)
- go in this folder (should be C:\BAS_ISLE+OPFOR_V1.0) AND
then MANUALLY MOVE all the files in their respective places as
specified in BAS_ISLE_Readme.txt
If this still not works, please procure a free program called IRFANVIEW
and take a screenshot (>Options>Capture) of your RES\ADDONS
directory and post it here.
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I agree with sa8gecko.
With any addon archive I always extract to a temporary folder and then move the files MANUALLY to their final homes using Ctrl-C and Ctrl-V (Copy and Paste).
Just extract the WHOLE archive to a temporary folder then move them manually as sa8gecko said.
Planck
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That's what I do too. I don't know what it is that you're doing wrong, but it sounds like the files are not ending up in the right place. Winzip is spectacularly difficult to use so it's no surprise.
I suggest you check the various locations and make sure the files have all made it to the right place. If not, get cutting and pasting. ;D
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Gecko I cannot belive it...thank you so much dude I cannot belive I'm such an idiot. They wrer all ending up in the right place before but it wasnt readin it or something, i dunno but when I did exactly as you said it actually worked. Thanks guys I feel like an idiot but still thank u guys so much despite, despite my being a moron and incredibly impatient you guys kept trying to help me and it finally worked. I'm EXTREMELY happy to say this problem is sloved! (BTW Tonal is SOOOOOO AWESOME)