Whether you're flying the Fenix A320, FBW A32NX, PMDG 737, or any serious Airbus or Boeing add-on in MSFS — your instruments deserve their own screen.
The Rowsfire A108 is a dedicated 12.3'' instrument panel built for exactly that. Before you buy, here are the straight answers to every question customers actually ask — including the uncomfortable ones about what it doesn't support yet.
After the FAQ, we'll cover what makes it different from a generic monitor — and how to get it for $263 with exclusive code DANIEL12.
The questions — answered straight
Q
Can I freely switch what's shown — PFD, ND, Flight Plan — or is the layout fixed? YES, FULLY FLEXIBLE
Completely flexible. You control which instrument windows appear on the A108. Set up the layout you want, save it once, and it restores automatically on every flight. PFD only, ND only, PFD + ND + ECAM all at once — your choice, your arrangement.
Q
How does it connect? Can I use a single USB-C cable for everything? DEPENDS ON YOUR PC
The A108 ships with three cables: Mini HDMI for video, Type-C1 for power, and Type-C2 for touch data. If you don't need touch, you only need two. If your system supports Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 with DisplayPort, a single Type-C handles video, touch, and power simultaneously. Check your GPU and motherboard specs to confirm one-cable support.
Q
Does it receive image data via USB, or does it rely on MSFS popout windows? CLEAR ANSWER
It uses MSFS popout windows. The A108 is a secondary monitor that Windows recognises like any other display. You pop out your instrument panels from within MSFS and drag them onto the A108 screen. Use Popout Panel Manager (free) to save the layout and restore it automatically on every flight.
Q
Will popping out windows cause lag or frame drops? MINOR IMPACT
There is a small performance cost to popping out windows — this is a known MSFS behaviour, not specific to the A108. In practice most pilots see a modest frame drop that doesn't noticeably affect the flying experience. The instrument windows themselves run smoothly and in real time.
Q
Is it compatible with X-Plane 12 — including Toliss and Zibo? ~3 MONTHS
Not yet. X-Plane 12 compatibility — including Toliss A319/A320/A321 and Zibo 737 — requires third-party software that we don't recommend (it's paid and has limitations). We're developing our own native solution that will cover all X-Plane add-ons, estimated in approximately 3 months. We'll announce first in our Facebook group and Discord. If X-Plane is your primary sim, we'd suggest waiting for the update before ordering.
The honest summary on compatibility The A108 works excellently with MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024 — Airbus pilots on Fenix A320 and FBW A32NX (including NEOV2), and Boeing pilots on PMDG 737. X-Plane 12 support (including Toliss and Zibo) is in development and expected within ~3 months. If MSFS is your primary sim, the A108 is ready now.
Platform / Add-on
Status
Notes
MSFS 2020
Works now
Full PFD, ND, ECAM, EWD
MSFS 2024
Works now
Full support
Fenix A320
Works now
Touch enabled, recommended
FBW A32NX / NEOV2
Works now
Full native support
PMDG 737 (MSFS)
Works now
Encoder brightness + event codes · Boeing
X-Plane 12 (Toliss / Zibo 737)
~3 months
Native solution in development — covers all X-Plane add-ons
So — is it really more than just a monitor?
The question behind every question. Whether you fly Airbus or Boeing, here's the specific answer.
A108 in a live MSFS session — PFD, ND and ECAM/WHEEL data visible, all off the primary monitor
A generic secondary monitor receives video and shows it. That's it. The A108 was built around a specific use case — flight simulation instrument display for Airbus and Boeing pilots — and the differences show up in six specific areas:
01 · TOUCH
Full touch interaction
Touch layer works natively with Fenix A320, FBW A32NX, and PMDG 737. Interact with ECAM controls, FMC popouts, and any in-sim touchable surface directly on the panel. No mouse. No detour.
02 · BUILD
Metal frame and metal rear shell
Both the front frame and rear shell are full metal — not ABS plastic. The panel sits firmly on your desk, doesn't flex when touched, and has the weight and presence that belongs in a serious sim build.
03 · VESA
VESA mount built into the rear
The rear metal shell has an integrated VESA interface. Mount it on a monitor arm, cockpit frame, wall bracket — or use it as a proper PC secondary display when you're not flying.
04 · SIM-TUNED
Tuned for Airbus simulation
The 1920×720 resolution matches Airbus avionics instrument proportions. PMDG event code support enables encoder-driven brightness adjustment. Popout Panel Manager restores your layout automatically on every flight.
05 · READY
Desktop stand included
Open the box and it stands on your desk. No sourcing a bracket, no VESA adapter hunt. Connect your cables, configure once, and fly every time after.
06 · PORTS
HDMI + dual Type-C — clearly labelled
Mini HDMI for video, Type-C1 for power, Type-C2 for touch. Every port is labelled on the side panel. Single-cable supported on Thunderbolt 4 systems. No guessing.
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If you're on MSFS — buy now If MSFS 2020 or 2024 is your sim — whether you fly Airbus (Fenix, FBW A32NX) or Boeing (PMDG 737) — the A108 is ready today. At $263 with DANIEL12, this is the best price it will be. X-Plane pilots: join the community and we'll notify you when support launches.
Questions? Join the community
The best setup help comes from pilots who've already completed the same build. Join 3,000+ members in the Rowsfire Facebook group or the Discord server — both have dedicated A108 channels with real setup questions, config files, and pilots running Fenix, FBW, and PMDG on the exact same hardware.
What's in the community Ready-to-use Popout Panel Manager profiles · Fenix and FBW layout presets · Live setup support · X-Plane compatibility announcements first · Fellow pilots who've already solved the problem you're about to have.
I am an A320 instructor in the real airplane, and the panel looks amazing, but It would be even better if you can include Hydraulic panel wich are the most complex fsilures to practice on the aircraft.