Greetings, I'm attempting to build my first scenario (GCC without the US v. Iran) and I'd like to include a Qatar based AN/TPY-2 radar set. The only unit that I know in the game which possesses this particular set is the INTL SAM THAAD BTY, which unfortunately includes the launchers and a large complement of interceptors (since I'd like it to only be for surveillance, missiles are a hassle).

 

So on to my questions.

 

In order to strip the launchers (and the avenger platoon also) do I need to use the platform editor? Can I change missile counts there as well?

 

I can't yet open the platform editor, apparently I need an update or patch. I tried downloading the comprehensive update 2009-50 from the website, but it will not accept my CD key. Any suggestions?

 

*EDIT* Also, in keeping with the idea of THAAD, can I make the full batteries I do include in the game (UAE) incapable of intercepting normal aircraft?

Let's see, if you are in the EC2003 or newer battlesets (aka commondb battlesets) you can (and would need to) use the platform editor to strip the THAAD launchers and avenger dudes. Yes, you can change the counts as well.

 

You'll have to be more specific about "can't open the platform editor." It is MS Access based so you either need Microsoft Access or the Microsoft Access Runtime (the game includes the Access 97 runtime but you would be better served looking for the Access 2007 runtime (or newer but the newer you get the harder it is to relax the security enough to use the PE).

 

Brad/CV32 may have to answer the last question there.

Also, in keeping with the idea of THAAD, can I make the full batteries I do include in the game (UAE) incapable of intercepting normal aircraft?

 

You could try setting both the minimum and maximum engagement altitude to 'Too High (Suborbital)'.

Gentlemen,

 

Thanks for the replies, I'll get right on checking to see if I've got MS Access on the virtual computer.

 

Anyways, its been a nice diversion just plugging away at building a scenario, definitely a whole different side of the game.

Gentlemen,

 

Thanks for the replies, I'll get right on checking to see if I've got MS Access on the virtual computer.

 

Oh, Windows XP (Mode)? In that case the Access 97 runtime will work pretty well. Let us know if that is the case and I'll put together an instruction document.

I got it up and running, I guess all I needed was access. Now to play around a little. I appreciate the help! The scenario is changing to something a little more manageable-just UAE v Iran in the SoH. The Emiratis could cause a lot of trouble with their Desert Falcons, Mirage 2000s, and Black Shaheen CMs; but would it be possible to halt the IRIN and IRGCN from mining straights closed by airpower alone?

I got it up and running, I guess all I needed was access. Now to play around a little. I appreciate the help! The scenario is changing to something a little more manageable-just UAE v Iran in the SoH. The Emiratis could cause a lot of trouble with their Desert Falcons, Mirage 2000s, and Black Shaheen CMs; but would it be possible to halt the IRIN and IRGCN from mining straights closed by airpower alone?

 

Doubt it. You could use that airpower to hit onshore storage, docks and infrastructure, as well as the larger vessels that are laying mines, but there are myriad small craft that can also lay mines (if only in smaller numbers).

I would agree I think, without a significant naval presence (which they cannot provide themselves) there would be no way to interdict IRGC FACs or even conscripted vessels from laying mines--not to mention the three Kilos. It'll be a target rich environment with a significant amount of neutral and friendly presence. The situation is complicated by the Iranian Tunb Islands, Abu Musa, and Sirri; which all have small airfields and capability to host FAC/speedboat squadrons, plus AAA and ASCMs. Personally I think even with some significant help from NATO surface units, it would be a deadly place to get caught on day one.