Landing Zone Alarm for FiveM
A guide to install Landing Zone Alarm for FiveM
๐ Table of Contents
- ๐ฏ Overview
- ๐ฅ Video Showcase
- ๐ Purchase Information
- โ ๏ธ Important Pre-Installation Notes
- ๐ง System Requirements & Compatibility
- ๐ฆ Installation Process
- โ๏ธ Configuration Setup
- ๐ฎ How It Works
- ๐ Integration & Compatibility
- ๐ ๏ธ Troubleshooting
- ๐ก Best Practices
- ๐ Support
๐ฏ Overview
Use the /lzalarm
command and place an emergency landing site down on the ground below you, whilst being in a helicopter! It will then create a marker, speed zone and helicopter siren sounds (Sound backend provided by LondonStudios). This script includes a customizable discord webbook integration. Everything is configurable in the configuration file. Check out the readme for installation instructions.
Key Features
- โ Emergency Landing Sites - Create landing zones from helicopter
- โ Dynamic Placement - Place landing sites on the ground below you
- โ Visual Markers - Clear markers for landing zone identification
- โ Speed Zone Creation - Automatic speed zone around landing area
- โ Helicopter Siren Sounds - Audio alerts with LondonStudios backend
- โ Discord Webhook Integration - Customizable Discord notifications
- โ Fully Configurable - Everything customizable in config file
- โ
Simple Command Usage - Easy
/lzalarm
command - โ Real-time Creation - Instant landing zone setup
- โ Professional Audio - High-quality siren sounds
๐ฅ Video Showcase
Watch Landing Zone Alarm in action:
๐ Purchase Information
Get Landing Zone Alarm:
Purchase on Nights Software Store
โ ๏ธ Important Pre-Installation Notes
Critical Installation Order: Always follow this exact sequence to avoid parsing errors in the F8 console:
- Download ZIP Package from CFX Portal
- Unpack in a folder on your local machine
- Set File Transfer Protocol (FTP) type to binary
- Drag files from local machine to server resources folder
- Add to server.cfg (ensure script)
- Boot up the server
Support Policy: Follow this guide step by step. If youโre stuck, ask for support in our Discord and provide the specific step name. Do not skip steps.
๐ง System Requirements & Compatibility
OneSync Compatibility
- โ OneSync Legacy: Fully tested and compatible
- โ OneSync Infinity: Fully tested and compatible
Framework Compatibility
- โ Standalone: Works without any framework
Note: Landing Zone Alarm works seamlessly alongside all major FiveM frameworks and can operate standalone.
๐ฆ Installation Process
Step 1: Download the Resource
- Access CFX Portal
- Go to CFX Portal Assets
- Find โLanding Zone Alarmโ in your granted assets
- Download the ZIP package
Step 2: Extract and Transfer
- Extract the ZIP file
- Unpack the downloaded ZIP package to a local folder
- Ensure all files are properly extracted
- Transfer to Server
- Set your FTP client to binary transfer mode
- Upload the
night_lzalarm
folder to your serverโsresources
directory - Maintain the original folder structure
Step 3: Server Configuration
Add the following line to your server.cfg
file:
ensure night_lzalarm
Server Restart: After adding the ensure line, restart your server for the resource to load properly.
โ๏ธ Configuration Setup
Required Tools
Visual Studio Code: We strongly recommend downloading VS Code for editing Lua files.
Configuration Files
File | Purpose |
---|---|
night_lzalarm/config/config.lua | Main configuration settings |
night_lzalarm/client/c_functions.lua | Client-side functions |
night_lzalarm/server/s_functions.lua | Server-side functions |
Configuration Process
- Open VS Code and navigate to the config files
- Read thoroughly - each line has explanatory comments
- Configure in order - work from top to bottom
- Watch for notes - important warnings are clearly marked
- Test frequently - use F8 console and server console for error checking
Time Investment: Plan adequate time for configuration. Each variable is named descriptively to help you understand its purpose.
๐ฎ How It Works
Landing Zone System
- Dynamic Placement - Create landing zones from helicopter position
- Ground Detection - Automatically places landing site on ground below
- Real-time Creation - Instant setup of emergency landing areas
- Visual Indicators - Clear markers for landing zone identification
Audio & Visual Elements
- Helicopter Siren Sounds - Professional audio alerts with LondonStudios backend
- Speed Zone Creation - Automatic speed restrictions around landing area
- Visual Markers - Clear visual indicators for landing zones
- Discord Integration - Webhook notifications for landing zone creation
Command System
- Simple Usage - Easy
/lzalarm
command activation - Helicopter Requirement - Must be in helicopter to use
- Permission Control - Configurable command access
- Instant Response - Immediate landing zone creation
๐ Integration & Compatibility
Framework Support
- Standalone - Works independently without framework dependencies
Audio Integration
- LondonStudios Backend - Professional sound system integration
- Customizable Audio - Configure siren sounds and volumes
- Quality Assurance - High-quality audio output
Audio Setup: Configure siren sounds and volumes to match your serverโs atmosphere.
๐ ๏ธ Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Parsing Errors in F8 Console
- Ensure files are transferred in binary mode via FTP
- Follow the installation order: ZIP โ Unpack โ Binary FTP โ Resources โ server.cfg
Command Not Working
- Check server.cfg for proper resource ensure
- Verify you are in a helicopter when using command
- Confirm command permissions are properly configured
Audio Issues
- Verify LondonStudios backend is properly configured
- Check audio file paths and permissions
- Ensure sound settings are correctly configured
Performance Optimization
- Limit landing zones - Avoid excessive landing zones in small areas
- Monitor audio performance - Check for audio-related performance issues
- Optimize marker rendering - Ensure visual markers are optimized
๐ก Best Practices
Configuration Tips
- Strategic Placement - Use landing zones in appropriate emergency scenarios
- Audio Balance - Set appropriate siren volumes for your server
- Permission Management - Configure command access appropriately
- Backup Configurations - Keep backups of working configurations
Usage Guidelines
- Emergency Situations - Use for legitimate emergency landing needs
- Clear Communication - Inform players about landing zone creation
- Proper Timing - Use landing zones when appropriate
Performance Management
- Efficient Usage - Avoid creating unnecessary landing zones
- Audio Optimization - Monitor audio performance impact
- Resource Management - Track resource usage with active landing zones
๐ Support
Read through the instructions again if you have not managed to install the resource. Canโt get it to work still? Create a ticket through our dedicated support system in Discord: