Transferring Fire Studio 7 Simulations Between Computers and iPad
Fire Studio 7 simulations can be transferred between computers and to the Fire Studio 7 iPad Player App. This guide walks you through the process step-by-step.
Moving Exported Simulations to Another Computer
Locate Exported Files
Each simulation creates two files with the same name but different extensions:
.dcs
(simulation file).lbr
(library file)
Example:
123MainSt.dcs
and123MainSt.lbr
Copy Both Files
Copy both files together โ they must stay paired.
Organize in Folders
On the new computer, go to
Documents/FireStudio7/
.Optionally create a subfolder (e.g.,
BlueCard
) to keep files organized.
Paste the Files
Paste both the
.dcs
and.lbr
files into the chosen folder.
Load the Simulation in Fire Studio
Open Fire Studio on the new computer.
Choose Open or Load and select the
.dcs
file (the.lbr
file will appear grayed out).
Run the Simulation
Press P to enter Present Mode and use arrow keys to navigate.
Press A to return to Author Mode.
Transferring Simulations to iPad
The Fire Studio 7 iPad Player App can load your simulations once theyโre transferred from your computer.
๐น On a Mac (macOS Catalina or later)
Connect iPad using USB or Wi-Fi.
Open Finder and select your iPad in the sidebar.
Select Fire Studio App under Files.
Transfer Files:
Mac โ iPad: Drag
.dcs
and.lbr
files into the Fire Studio app list.iPad โ Mac: Drag files from the Fire Studio app list into Finder.
Delete Files (optional): Select a file under the Fire Studio app list, press Command + Delete, then confirm.
๐น On Windows (Using iTunes)
This is where most users run into problems. Follow these steps carefully:
Install iTunes (if not already installed):
Download the latest version from Apple: Download iTunes for Windows.
Install and restart your computer if prompted.
Connect iPad to PC
Use the Apple USB cable.
Unlock your iPad and, if prompted, tap Trust This Computer.
Launch iTunes
Open iTunes on your PC.
Look for the iPad icon in the top-left corner of the iTunes window. Click it.
If your iPad doesnโt appear:
Try a different USB port or cable.
Confirm your iPad is unlocked.
Make sure iTunes is the latest version.
Open File Sharing
In the left sidebar, click File Sharing.
Select the Fire Studio app from the list.
Transfer Files
PC โ iPad:
Click Add File.
Select both the
.dcs
and.lbr
files from your computer.Click Add. They will now appear under Fire Studio Documents on your iPad.
iPad โ PC:
Select the files under Fire Studio Documents.
Click Save To and choose a folder on your PC.
Delete Files (optional)
Select the file in the Fire Studio Documents list.
Press Delete on your keyboard and confirm.
๐ฅ Video Tutorial:
Watch a video tutorial on moving sims to iPads here.
โ Tips and Troubleshooting
Always transfer both the
.dcs
and.lbr
files together.If your iPad is not detected in iTunes, update iTunes, your iPad, and Windows.
Use only genuine Apple cables when possible โ cheap third-party cables may not allow file transfer.
Keep simulations organized in folders on your computer before transferring.