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IL-2 1946 4.09 SAS Mod Activator Guide-
First of all welcome to SAS and IL-2 Modding.
The resulting modded game you get from this will work offline only however your effects mods and cockpit mods etc will work online, your new Aircraft will NOT!
Installation
STEPS!
1) Install IL-2 1946 successfully on your computer. (Should be 4.07m, start up game and look in lower left corner.)
1.5) [FIX] FOR UBI.COM/DIRECT2DRIVE PREPATCHED 4.08
For those with the Digital Download of the Sim then you will need this fix:
Digital Download Fix (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,1531.0.html)
Now continue to step 2 then skip step 3 as this fix is prepatched to 4.08 and continue the rest of the guide from step 4.
2) Create another copy so as to avoid possible problems later.
3) Download the 4.08 Patch and Install: (Destination Folder: C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07) (Should be something like that.)
4.08 (http://www.filefront.com/6690212/IL-2-Sturmovik-1946-v4.08m-Patch/)
4) Download the 4.09 Patch and Install (Choose from one of these mirrors): (Destination Folder: C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07) (Should be something like that.) All patches are english unless specified otherwise.
4.09 (http://www.mission4today.com/index.p...etails&id=3764)
4.09 (http://www.myotherdrive.com/dyn/dl/7...a64fi/409m.exe)
4.09 (http://www.jgzbv.de/downloads/409m.exe) (Deutsch)
4.09 (http://www.preservingfidelitysquad.nl/_div/409m.exe) (Nederland)
4.09 (http://by.sturmovik.de/DaidalosTeam/409m.exe) (Deutsch)
4.09 (http://mambonight.co.uk/il2/409m.exe)
4.09 (http://www.diavolirossi.net/it/risor...3%3Apatch-4.09)
5) Test to see if the game is the correct version and that it works. If so then proceed.
6) Before you can use any mods, you need to download and install the SAS Mod Activator.
Mod Activator (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,8993.0.html)
7) Select the following items in the Download.
They are:
1) a folder called "MODS"
2) a folder called "FILES"
3) a file called Files.SFS
4) an exe Called Il2fb.exe
5) a dll called wrapper.dll
6) a folder called "DGen"
7) a folder called "Missions"
Drag (or copy) them all into your IL2 Sturmovik 1946 folder.
A dialog will appear warning you about folder replacement. Select "Yes to all"
And then you are done!
8. Test to see if the now modded game works: Start up game and look in lower left corner, it should now say 4.09m and on the right side it will say SAS Mod Activator V2.
If it works fine then proceed.
9) Download this Buttons (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,97.0.html)
and place the buttons file in here (C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07\MODS\STD\gui) and overwrite the other one.
10) Congratulations, you are now ready to install new planes, Effects and whatever else you want!
-Anything onwards from here is optional to install but I recommend you do it to become familiar with Mod files and how to install them. ;)
Aircraft Mod:
STEPS!
For the Brits we have the wonderful Spitfire Mk I!
Spitfire (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,1775.0.html)
1) First of all download the Spitfire MKI and open up the download and open the MODS folder in it and you will see the SpitMKI folder there, drag and drop that into your MODS folder. ( C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07\MODS)
2) Navigate to your Air.ini and right click and open it up in notepad or a similar program.
(C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07\MODS\STD\com\maddox\il2\objects)
3) Your Air.ini is in alphabetical order and I recommend you keep it that way or otherwise just place this line wherever you want the plane to show up in the plane list: SpitfireMkI air.SPITFIRE1 1 NOINFO gb01 SUMMER
4) Close your Air.ini and save the changes.
5) Read the readme included with the download, most planes come with a planes_ru and weapons_ru lines to add but you don’t have to add these lines if you don’t want to.
6) I think you will figure out what to do with the skins folder which is only needed if you want to add new painstchemes for that plane.
7) If you do want to add those other lines then you will find the files here, open with notepad (C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07\MODS\STD\i18n) , Paint schemes folder located here (C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07\PaintSchemes\Skins) Just create a new folder and call it the specified name, in this case it would be “SpitfireMkI” The name of the skins folder is the same as the first thing for your Air.ini line “SpitfireMkI” air.SPITFIRE1 1 NOINFO gb01 SUMMER
Effects Mod:
STEPS!
We are now going to install the very best effects mod for better explosions!!! And much, much more!
IL-2 1946 Plutonium Universal Max Effects V1
Plutonium Effects (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,6631.0.html)
Adding these effects is very simple and worth it.
1) Download and open the download.
2) Just find the Main folder with all the files in it and just drag and drop the entire folder into your MODS folder and read the readme aswell.
Objects Mod:
STEPS!
Ship Pack 2
Ships (http://allaircraftsimulations.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=7580&hilit=Ship+pack)
Ship Pack is a great example of Installing an Objects Mod which requires adding much lines to the .ini files.
1) Download and open Ship Pack 2.
2) Enter the Mods Folder and Extract the ShipPack folder to your Installations MODS folder.
3) Navigate to C:\Program Files\Ubisoft\Copy of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 4.07\MODS\STD\com\maddox\il2\objects.
4) There you will see the .ini files. (If you do not have them for some reason here are the Stock 4.09 .ini files Stock 4.09 .ini Files (https://www.mediafire.com/?4d34uduih60pohh) )
5) In the download go into the folder AddTo Ini and open each ini file and copy the lines to the respective .ini files in your Install.(You must make sure that the "eof" line is at the bottom of the .ini files that have it.)
6) Start your game and if you have installed it correctly then you will have additional ships in game, go into Full Mission Builder and you should see new Categories "Ship Pack" and "Stationary "Ship Pack"
7) If all of this fails to prevail read the Readme included(Read it anyway) and try again.
Conclusion:
You will need to download the latest buttons from SAS and if you read the guide properly then you should know where to put them.(You only need to download the Buttons when a new plane is released, if you scroll the page you will find a list that states any changes to the button file, you can also see the version of the buttons in the link.
Buttons (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,97.0.html)
If you have any problems with your Installation then please post in this thread and I will help you. Thanks!
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Thanx for the guide!
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im confused by step #1 of installing the aircraft. can someone help me ??????
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nevermind :P
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sorry but where do u put the buttons file? I can only find the one in the download. :-\
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read through the installation steps again, paying special attention to step 9. ;)
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So I guess the SAS mod activator is not supported on this site anymore?
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So I guess the SAS mod activator is not supported on this site anymore?
Lol this is SAS so...no.
This Mod Activator only works with Version 4.09 of the game so if you want to play 4.10 then don't get it, get the 4.10 Version.
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Ok, I will try to find the 4.10 version, since I had no luck with the previous one
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Yeah I got nothing
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Yeah I got nothing
And if you just say that and don't be specific about what type of game you are running(Version etc) then we cannot help you.
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lol yeah my mistake.
I'm running 4.09 right now,unmodded. but I have 4.10 ready for when I find the proper mod activator. I just patched it all up last week. But I've been told that I can't install any effects mod (Uranium edition new effects v1 is what I want. It's supposed to be the latest, so i've heard, so correct me if there is a new version) The only problem is that I can't find the damn thing anywhere. It's never mentioned on here or any il2 website. And The link to the 4.09 mod activator is broken or just taken down. So, I only have the default il2 folders. No MODS folder or EFFECTS.
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10dthompson60
Just to ask, but have you really researched or used the search function to find your Mods in question?
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only everywhere. To install uranium properly, I have to have Il2 ready to mod. In which case, I don't, and was told that i needed the mod activator to do so. someone told me there was a mod activator for version 4.10 but I have yet to even find evidence of it's existance. Don't prepare to flame me if I'm simply missing something, i had no earthly idea it would be so over-complicated
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it's not over-complicated. you just need to relax and do a bit of searching, until you get used to the forum.
everything is here, in it's own threads; the mod-activator, and the latest HG&P Effects thread is 11 pages long - probably a good place to read, and ask for a link to the version you're looking for... ;).....here: https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,6631.0.html
:)
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thanks, I'll check it out
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yeah, nevermind about installing these things lol
It all seems to be in a different language. First i had to patch it to 4.09, then I had to get the mod activator, now i have to have ultra-pack 2.01 in which i have to install the previous versions of and the 2.01 installation itself takes 9 parts to install and above that, Most everyone is having problems with it crashing and not working even if they achieve the 'holy grail' that is a modded Il2 file. I'll just play it stock, forget all that.
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yeah, nevermind about installing these things lol
It all seems to be in a different language. First i had to patch it to 4.09, then I had to get the mod activator, now i have to have ultra-pack 2.01 in which i have to install the previous versions of and the 2.01 installation itself takes 9 parts to install and above that, Most everyone is having problems with it crashing and not working even if they achieve the 'holy grail' that is a modded Il2 file. I'll just play it stock, forget all that.
You don't "Have" to have Ultrapack, you simply misunderstood the Uranium topic. It sais it was developed on UP.2.01 meaning that you have to have another mod, Bomb bay doors plus for it to work properly in a custom install, otherwise your game will crash, Bomb bay doors is already included in UP.
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I mean I just can't find something to enable my il2 to be modded in the first place. By default it doesn't have the MODS folder, and the mod activator doesn't seem to exist anymore
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https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,12162.0.html
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Exactly what i needed, thanks 8)
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hey i installed everything but i cant find the mods folder or any thing to get to it can you help me?
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If you did what you have to do, then you MUST have that MODS folder ;D
Do you copied the Modact into the IL-2's folder?
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Yeah does the installation work on hp's or just pc's ???
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i downloaded the digital download fix, and then downloaded the 4.09M patch, when i start my game it loads to 5% and the game closes
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i downloaded the digital download fix, and then downloaded the 4.09M patch, when i start my game it loads to 5% and the game closes
Make sure you copy all of the SFS Files, perhaps your download of the patch may be corrupted.
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i downloaded the digital download fix, and then downloaded the 4.09M patch, when i start my game it loads to 5% and the game closes
Make sure you copy all of the SFS Files, perhaps your download of the patch may be corrupted.
Where do i download it from? none of the links you provided work for me
EDIT: I got the pirated version of IL-2 Sturmovik 1946 because it was taking forever to download from their website or steam :<, so what do i do?
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I don't know whether the "Pirated" version is any different, I can only suggest you do the same thing to get your game modded.
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I don't know whether the "Pirated" version is any different, I can only suggest you do the same thing to get your game modded.
but what step do i use? the digital download or the patch one???
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6) Before you can use any mods, you need to download and install the SAS Mod Activator.
Mod Activator (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,1008.0.html)
This link is not working ... where can I get the Mod activator ?
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Link has been updated, however please note that this thread discusses modding IL-2 4.09m, which is slightly outdated.
For the current version 4.10.1 you better look here:
https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,15232.0.html
Best regards - Mike
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ok cheers
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Hi guyz sorry for disturbing you but i have a problem and i was thinking someone would like to help me. :)
First of all i am running il-2 1946 V 10.1m the latest patch with U.P.3.0 and i downloaded 2 mods one plutonium and second cinema fx "Little Effects" i didn t know how to activate thoose mods i tried with the incorporated JGSME from UP ... to activate but no result. After a few researches to google i read that i need sas activator, ok i donloaded copied everything ... i started the gmae and when i want to fly with any plane in quick mission builder ... or singleplayer at 100% i get this error : https://www.sas1946.rocks/images/imageshit/dead/dead.gif : i hope some of you will help me thank you for accorded time have a nice day. Btw i am new to mods for il-2 but i learn shit like that very fast. ;)
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- Put mods in the #UP# folder. It is included with the download, extract it from "#UP# sample folder"
- Plutonium Effects is for v 4.09. Try using cinema effects alone.
- SAS Modact is meant to be used separately from UP 3, HSFX 5, DBW, or any mod pack.
- IF you install Modact make sure its version 3.06 (https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,16382.0.html)
- Modact is for those who don't want packs, it lets you install stand-alone mods of your taste.
- If you can't figure out if a mod is for 4.10 or 4.09, ask. Most mods have one of these thumbnails to tell you: (https://www.sas1946.com/main/Themes/core/images/post/tenMods.gif) (https://www.sas1946.com/main/Themes/core/images/post/allmods.gif) (https://www.sas1946.com/main/Themes/core/images/post/nineMods.gif)
Have fun and happy killing :)
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Hi,
I'm new here but I really want to try this mod. So I bought the game off Steam and I patched it to 4.10. And I'm pretty sure I followed all the correct steps (downloading and copying all the SAS mod files into the Il-2 Sturmovik Folder) but every time I start the game from the starter, it crashes at 5%. I even tried with the pirated version and everything. It always crashes at 5%. I even tried it on my laptop but same problem. Help? Thanks in advance.
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it is really clear and that but the only problem is i cant find my il-2 1946 folder i made a new one where do you find the il2 1946 folder can anyone help? ???
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Hi,
I'm new here but I really want to try this mod. So I bought the game off Steam and I patched it to 4.10. And I'm pretty sure I followed all the correct steps (downloading and copying all the SAS mod files into the Il-2 Sturmovik Folder) but every time I start the game from the starter, it crashes at 5%. I even tried with the pirated version and everything. It always crashes at 5%. I even tried it on my laptop but same problem. Help? Thanks in advance.
well that happened to me once what i did was reinstall il2 1946 and get the patch on a different website i have a link here you will have to copy and paste but here it is: http://www.tuttovola.it/il2/1_IL2_Sturmovik_1946_official_patches/
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hi guys i figured out my old problem BUT i now have a new one i have installed EVERYTHING i need but when i open up il2 1946 it loads to 5% then it closes.
anyone have a suggestion?
thanks
Best Regards Trex405
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Hi guys i have a recent problem with my IL2 1946 i have spent a lot of time patching the game to 4.09 and got the plutonium max effects mod but when i lauch il2fb it lanches well then when i fly about 2 seconds later it stops working and a sign comes up saying it needs to close can anyone help? ???
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where is your air.ini file? i cant find it
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I have the Digital download version of IL2-1946 and I am lost at step two. I follow the link and it just sends me to the SAS info center. Where do I go to find the digital download fix?
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Links does not work >:( :(
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Which one?