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OptimusJohn
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August 17th, 2014, 03:17 PM
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Optimus Futures trading broker review
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OptimusJohn
Hello JustinIsHere, I'm glad to see the...
Hello JustinIsHere,
I'm glad to see the futures.io (formerly BMT) community was able to step in and provide some insight -- they are correct in that there is some routine maintenance performed on...
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Tech Support
May 27th, 2014, 08:48 AM
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Macbook Air with NinjaTrader???
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16,932
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello jtrade! I have not had any issues to...
Hello jtrade!
I have not had any issues to note. I've switched to a different Mac, but no virtualization specific issues that I can speak of, everything has run pretty smoothly for me.
While...
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Brokers
May 12th, 2014, 01:23 PM
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Optimus Futures trading broker review
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306,999
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello Treggs! I have answered your questions...
Hello Treggs!
I have answered your questions below:
The cost for the Continuum connection is $10/month (plus applicable exchange data fees, such as CME or Eurex fees).
Continuum supports...
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MultiCharts
April 4th, 2014, 10:44 AM
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GetRTAccountEquity Problem
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1,415
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I'm under the impression that for...
I'm under the impression that for GetRTAccountEquity to work, that 'Automate Order Execution' must be enabled (SA Drop-down). This might be worth a shot.
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NinjaTrader
August 19th, 2013, 01:22 PM
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Windows 8 and NinjaTrader
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Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello asiaexpat, I actually ran into this a...
Hello asiaexpat,
I actually ran into this a while after I made my previous post. I had downloaded some updates for Windows 8 and then NinjaTrader wouldn't open up. No splash screen, or anything. ...
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Brokers
August 9th, 2013, 09:29 AM
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Optimus Futures trading broker review
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Posted By
OptimusJohn
Manualtrader, paulg is correct. This is likely...
Manualtrader, paulg is correct. This is likely because when you reload historical data it will request it from NinjaTrader's servers. This can mean small discrepancies between your real-time data and...
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NinjaTrader
July 26th, 2013, 12:16 PM
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how to set alert for indicator "bar timer' in Market Analyzer
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3,182
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello Lux.lu, Unfortunately, the error in...
Hello Lux.lu,
Unfortunately, the error in the log when adding the BarTimer to a Market Analyzer indicates that this particular indicator was not designed for the Market Analyzer in mind, so it is...
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Sierra Chart
July 15th, 2013, 09:26 AM
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Sierra Chart Instructional Videos
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9,321
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Thanks for your kind words John32!
Thanks for your kind words John32!
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NinjaTrader
July 1st, 2013, 02:49 PM
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New Ninja Trader Error
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4,449
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello TrendTraderBH, Sorry to hear you're...
Hello TrendTraderBH,
Sorry to hear you're not able to connect.
This error definitely sounds related to the new certificate. Even though you are currently on the .14 release, have you tried...
Forum:
NinjaTrader
July 1st, 2013, 11:15 AM
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Help with getting the simulator data feed to work
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9,159
Posted By
OptimusJohn
It is important to keep in mind the simulated...
It is important to keep in mind the simulated data feed does NOT provide historical data. It essentially just posts random prices with an algorithm NinjaTrader made up. You'll also notice a slider on...
Forum:
Brokers
June 19th, 2013, 05:25 PM
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4
Is it possible two tools have different chart with same settings?
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1,730
Posted By
OptimusJohn
It would be normal to see slight differences in...
It would be normal to see slight differences in data between two different platforms or two different data feeds.
As ratfink said, the two different platforms may handle the data differently...
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Sierra Chart
June 18th, 2013, 08:33 AM
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Sierra Chart Instructional Videos
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9,321
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I did make a video for adding in a custom study...
I did make a video for adding in a custom study collection, chartbook, or spreadsheet for Sierra Chart for anyone who might have come across this thread looking for some video guidance:
Sierra...
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Sierra Chart
June 15th, 2013, 08:16 PM
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21
Sierra Chart Instructional Videos
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9,321
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello Squeeze! It looks like you've gotten...
Hello Squeeze!
It looks like you've gotten up and running now with Yonatan's help, but we'll also be glad to make some videos on the subject for others who may have the same questions.
Thanks...
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Tech Support
May 30th, 2013, 01:10 PM
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Running NT in VMWare Unity Mode
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1,880
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I use NinjaTrader primarily in Parallels and...
I use NinjaTrader primarily in Parallels and haven't noticed any issues. I've only used it briefly in their version of 'unity' called 'coherence' though as I generally just leave the desktop as...
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Traders Hideout
May 22nd, 2013, 05:36 PM
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Recording trade screen is a good idea?
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11,958
Posted By
OptimusJohn
What kind of bugs/quirks are you seeing? Maybe...
What kind of bugs/quirks are you seeing? Maybe it's something some of the futures.io (formerly BMT)ers can help with.
From what I understand, NT8 is going to be able to take advantage of multiple...
Forum:
NinjaTrader
May 17th, 2013, 09:50 AM
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11
Can I display a ninjatrader indicator in a window without the price panel ?
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4,799
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Absolutely - if you're viewing several indicators...
Absolutely - if you're viewing several indicators it would definitely save some chart space to keep them all in one and use the transparent function.
In this case you could just set it up once and...
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NinjaTrader
May 17th, 2013, 09:09 AM
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Can I display a ninjatrader indicator in a window without the price panel ?
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4,799
Posted By
OptimusJohn
This is also a good way to be able to be able to...
This is also a good way to be able to be able to calculate an indicator from a separate time-frame or chart type than your primary data series. This way you can view the data series you want to view,...
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Traders Hideout
May 17th, 2013, 08:48 AM
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23
Recording trade screen is a good idea?
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11,958
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I wanted to put a +1 for Camtasia. I've...
I wanted to put a +1 for Camtasia.
I've used a variety of screen recording software: Screenflow(Mac based), Camtasia for Mac, Camtasia Studio 6, Camtasia Studio 7, and now Camtasia Studio 8.
...
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Traders Hideout
May 16th, 2013, 10:45 AM
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Learning how to play guitar...reminds me of learning how to trade
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4,642
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I've played guitar for a little over a decade...
I've played guitar for a little over a decade now, and until I read this post I never really noticed the similarities.
As Pedro40 above me said, I think there are fundamental differences,...
Forum:
Tech Support
May 15th, 2013, 10:15 PM
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19
Macbook Air with NinjaTrader???
Views:
16,932
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I've been using NinjaTrader 7 in Parallels...
I've been using NinjaTrader 7 in Parallels Desktop 8 for a long time now and it's been working great. Like anything though, it will depend on how much of a 'power-user' you are. More workspaces and...
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NinjaTrader
May 15th, 2013, 10:10 PM
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3
Strategy to auto place bracket?
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1,634
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Hello Lightweight, Unfortunately, I'm not...
Hello Lightweight,
Unfortunately, I'm not aware of any existing product that could suit your needs, but NinjaTrader has plenty of Ninjascript Consultants that could probably custom code a...
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Sierra Chart
May 15th, 2013, 09:28 PM
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6
Best Sierra Chart "How To" Vids for VP
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3,941
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I'm too getting more familiar with Sierra Chart,...
I'm too getting more familiar with Sierra Chart, and I think you'll find the numbers bars and Volume Profile options are very flexible and intuitive once you get up to speed. You're in luck, as I...
Forum:
Sierra Chart
May 15th, 2013, 09:18 PM
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21
Sierra Chart Instructional Videos
Views:
9,321
Posted By
OptimusJohn
Thanks, Yonatan, for the kind words! I just...
Thanks, Yonatan, for the kind words!
I just wanted to throw it out there, for any futures.io (formerly BMT) members, if there are any topics you are interested in, please let us know and we'll be...
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Off-Topic
May 15th, 2013, 09:16 PM
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753
What TV series do you watch?
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129,835
Posted By
OptimusJohn
I'm on about Season 5 of Mad Men right now. It...
I'm on about Season 5 of Mad Men right now. It took me about a season to get invested and interested in it, but since then it 's addicting!
I'm not splitting my TV time between Mad Men and...
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Traders Hideout
May 15th, 2013, 08:56 PM
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10,645
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Introduce yourself here!
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14,243,975
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OptimusJohn
Hello futures.io (formerly BMT) Members, I...
Hello futures.io (formerly BMT) Members,
I just wanted to formally introduce myself. I've been a lurker on futures.io (formerly BMT) for a while, and have worked in the trading industry for a few...
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