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You’re now ready to start using EuroScope for observing or controlling on the VATSIM network. For further assistance, ask your questions in the Arabian vACC Discord in the Training-Text channel or the mentoring/instructor team.

## Observing with Euroscope
## Observing on the VATSIM Network with EuroScope
Before starting, ensure you have installed and set up an **Audio for VATSIM** client. Refer to the **Audio Section** in the **Controller Software Setup section** for details.

### Connecting to the Network

- **Load a Profile**
- Open the EuroScope profile for the position you want to observe (e.g., Aerodrome Dubai, Aerodrome Abu Dhabi, or Aerodrome Doha).

- **Connect to the Network**
- Click the **Connect** button in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Fill out the connection dialog:
- Replace `<INITIALS>` with your own initials (e.g., "CK" for Chriss Klosowski). Keep the **_OBS** suffix to indicate observer status.
- Enter your **Real Name** as per the VATSIM Code of Conduct A4(b).
- Input your **VATSIM Certificate** and **Password**.
- Set **Facility & Rating** to **Observer**.
- Select **Server** as **Automatic**.
- Click the **Connect** button at the bottom-left of the dialog.

<figure markdown="span">
![Euroscope: Connecting as an Observer](img/euroscope_connect_obs.png)
<figcaption>Euroscope: Connecting as an Observer</figcaption>
</figure>

- **Post-Connection**
- Once connected, the connection dialog will disappear, and the **Voice Communication Setup** window will open. Close this window.
- If there is traffic in the area, aircraft will begin populating on your screen. You are now connected!

### Listening to Active Frequencies

To listen to an active position, you must connect to the Audio for VATSIM service using either **Audio for VATSIM** or **Track Audio**.

#### Using Audio for VATSIM
- Open **Audio for VATSIM** and click **Connect**.
- Your active callsign (e.g., **CK_OBS**) will appear above the **+** button with a frequency of **199.998**.
- To select a frequency:
- Click the **+** button below your active callsign.
- Enter the callsign of the station you want to listen to (e.g., **OMDB_1_GND**) and press **Enter**.
- The frequency will appear below your active callsign.
- Press the **RX** button to start listening to the selected frequency.
- When a transmission occurs:
- The **RX** button will turn orange.
- The last transmitting callsign will display at the top of your window.
- To add another frequency, click the **+** button and repeat the process.

<figure markdown="span">
![Audio for VATSIM Client: Connecting Online](img/afv_connect.png)
<figcaption>Audio for VATSIM Client: Connecting Online</figcaption>
</figure>

<figure markdown="span">
![Audio for VATSIM Client: Adding a Position](img/afv_add_pos.png)
<figcaption>Audio for VATSIM Client: Adding a Position</figcaption>
</figure>

<figure markdown="span">
![Audio for VATSIM Client: Receiving on a Frequency](img/afv_rx_pos.png)
<figcaption>Audio for VATSIM Client: Receiving on a Frequency</figcaption>
</figure>

#### Using Track Audio
- Open **Track Audio** and click **Connect**.
- Your active callsign (e.g., **CK_OBS**) will display at the top of the window.
- To listen to a frequency:
- Under **Add a Station**, enter the callsign of the station you want to monitor (e.g., **OMDB_1_GND**) and click **Add**.
- The frequency will appear in the list.
- Press the **RX** button to begin listening.
- When a transmission occurs:
- The **RX** button will turn orange.
- The last transmitting callsign will display at the top of the window.
- To monitor another frequency, click the **+** button in the top-left corner and repeat the process.

<figure markdown="span">
![Track Audio Client: Connecting Online](img/trackaudio_connect.png)
<figcaption>Track Audio Client: Connecting Online</figcaption>
</figure>

<figure markdown="span">
![Track Audio Client: Adding a Position](img/trackaudio_add_pos.png)
<figcaption>Track Audio Client: Adding a Position</figcaption>
</figure>

<figure markdown="span">
![Track Audio Client: Receiving on a Frequency](img/trackaudio_rx_pos.png)
<figcaption>Track Audio Client: Receiving on a Frequency</figcaption>
</figure>

!!! important
- Ensure the station you wish to monitor is active and online.
- If you do not hear transmissions, it may mean there are no active transmissions on the frequency at that time.

You’re now set up to observe and listen to live ATC on the VATSIM network!
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## What is vATIS?
vATIS is a software tool that enables controllers to create and broadcast multiple Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS) messages on the VATSIM network. It is an essential tool for air traffic controllers to provide pilots with crucial airport and weather information.

## How to Download vATIS
### How to Download vATIS
1. Visit the vATIS documentation and download page at [this link](https://docs.vatis.clowd.io/#/).
2. Follow the instructions provided on the website to download and install the software.

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