@@ -127,7 +127,7 @@ Language
127127
128128OR is an internationalized package. It supports many languages, and others
129129can be added by following the instructions contained in the *Localization
130- Manual * which can be found in the Open Rails ``Source/Trunk/ Documentation ``
130+ Manual * which can be found in the Open Rails ``Documentation ``
131131folder.
132132
133133When *System * is selected, OR automatically selects the language of the
@@ -148,18 +148,18 @@ Other units
148148-----------
149149
150150This selects the units displayed for length, mass, pressure, etc. in the
151- :ref: `F5 HUD <driving-hud >` of the simulation.
151+ :ref: `F5 Train Driving Info Window and also the Alt+F5 HUD <driving-hud >` of the simulation.
152152
153153The option *Player's Location * sets the units according to the Windows
154154*Language and Region * settings on the player's computer.
155155
156156The option *Route * sets the units based on the data in the route files.
157157The other options are self-explanatory.
158158
159- The F5 HUD uses the abbreviations *stn * for short tons (2000 lb) and
160- *t * or *tn * for metric tons (tonnes).
159+ These windows use the abbreviations *stn * for short tons (2000 lb),
160+ *t * for long tons (2,240 lb) or *tn * for metric tons (tonnes).
161161
162- Note that the units displayed by the :ref: `F4 Track Monitor <driving-track-monitor >` (e.g. velocity and
162+ Note: The units displayed by the :ref: `F4 Track Monitor <driving-track-monitor >` (e.g. velocity and
163163distance) are always based on data read from the route files.
164164
165165Disable TCS scripts
@@ -227,20 +227,22 @@ Video Options
227227Dynamic shadows
228228---------------
229229
230- The default setting is unchecked.
231230Check this option to cast shadows from movable objects such as trains.
232231
232+ The default setting is unchecked.
233+
233234Note: This may reduce the frame rate.
234235
235236Shadow for all shapes
236237---------------------
237238
238- The default setting is unchecked.
239239Check this option to cast shadows from static objects.
240240
241+ The default setting is unchecked.
242+
241243Note: This may reduce the frame rate.
242244
243- Note: Static objects provided with shadows (in the file <route>.ref )
245+ Note: Static objects provided with shadows (in the World files )
244246will cast shadows anyway. This option adds shadows for other static objects.
245247
246248
@@ -268,9 +270,12 @@ semitransparent mode.
268270Model instancing
269271----------------
270272
271- When the option is checked, in cases where multiple instances of the same
272- object have to be drawn, only a single draw call is sent to the GPU. This
273- means lower CPU load. It is suggested to always check this option.
273+ When the option is checked, in cases where multiple instances of the same
274+ object have to be drawn, only a single draw call is sent to the GPU.
275+ Uncheck this option to avoid the graphical glitches which appear on some
276+ hardware, but this may reduce the frame rate.
277+
278+ The default setting is checked.
274279
275280Overhead wire
276281-------------
@@ -338,22 +343,26 @@ any stretching.
338343Viewing distance
339344----------------
340345
341- This option defines the maximum distance at which terrain is displayed. At
342- higher distances Distant Mountains will be displayed (see below).
343- Increasing this parameter tends to increase CPU and GPU load.
344- Also, some routes are optimized for the standard MSTS maximum viewing distance (2000m ).
346+ This option defines the maximum distance at which terrain is displayed.
347+ Where the content provides " Distant Mountains", these are displayed independently (see below).
348+
349+ Note: Some routes are optimized for the standard MSTS maximum viewing distance (2km ).
345350
346351Note: When the option to tune settings automatically is applied, then this
347352value will be overridden and dynamically changed to maintain a target frame rate.
348353
354+ The default distance is 2km.
355+
349356Distant mountains
350357-----------------
351358
352- Distant mountains are supported in a way that is compatible with MSTS.
353- Distant mountains are present in the route if it has a folder called
354- LO_TILE. You may turn the feature on by checking the *Distant Mountains *
355- checkbox. In addition to MSTS capability, you can select the viewing
356- distance of the distant mountains.
359+ This option defines the maximum distance at which "Distant Mountains" are displayed.
360+
361+ Note: "Distant Mountains" are present in the route if it has a folder called LO_TILE.
362+
363+ The default setting is checked.
364+
365+ The default distance is 40km
357366
358367.. image :: images/options-mountains.png
359368
@@ -496,9 +505,11 @@ until the train has stopped and then hold it as red from that time up to
496505two minutes before starting time. This is useful in organizing train meets
497506and takeovers, however it does not always correspond to reality nor to
498507MSTS operation. So with this option the player can decide which behavior
499- the start signal will have. This option is checked by default.
508+ the start signal will have.
509+
510+ This option is checked by default.
500511
501- Unchecking the option has no effect when in
512+ Note: Unchecking the option has no effect when in
502513:ref: `Timetable mode <timetable >`.
503514
504515.. _options-open-doors-ai :
@@ -546,12 +557,21 @@ This is an option which players can set to simplify either the train controls or
546557This feature is intended for players who want to focus on "running" trains and don't want to be bothered
547558by complex controls or prototypical physics which may require some additional expertise to operate.
548559
549- Initally this option affects only trains that use vacuum braking but other controls may be added in future versions.
560+ Initially this option affects only trains that use vacuum braking but other controls may be added in future versions.
550561
551562With vacuum braking, it is sometimes necessary to operate two different controls to apply and release the brakes.
552563With "Simple control and physics" checked, the player is able to operate the brakes just with the brake valve
553564and doesn't need to consider the steam ejector separately.
554565
566+ Diesel engines stopped at simulation start
567+ ------------------------------------------
568+
569+ When this option is unchecked, stationary diesel locos start the simulation with their engines running.
570+ Check this option for a more detailed behaviour in which the player has to start the loco's engine.
571+
572+ The default setting is unchecked.
573+
574+
555575.. _options-keyboard :
556576
557577Keyboard Options
@@ -859,7 +879,9 @@ level of detail comes into view. This may be useful to sharpen distant content
859879that was created for a smaller screen or a wider field of view than you are
860880currently using.
861881
862- If your content does not use multiple LODs, then this option will have no effect.
882+ The default setting is 0.
883+
884+ Note: If your content does not use multiple LODs, then this option will have no effect.
863885
864886
865887Adhesion proportional to rain/snow/fog
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