DailyFX Forum - FSS http://forexforums.dailyfx.com FXCM Forex System Selector en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:13:07 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/images/dfx2009/misc/rss.jpg DailyFX Forum - FSS http://forexforums.dailyfx.com Getting Started: Demo Account Portfolio Discussion http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/75716-getting-started-demo-account-portfolio-discussion.html Wed, 13 May 2009 18:18:15 GMT Welcome to FXCM and Forex System Selector! ... Welcome to FXCM and Forex System Selector!

Forex System Selector (FSS) demo accounts come pre-loaded with a default portfolio to help you more quickly and easily get started with FSS. The portfolio is not a recommendation of systems to use but is provided so you can immediately see how FSS works without having to take any actions.

When you’re ready to take control, it’s important to select systems based on your available risk capital, trading goals and preferences. You can add, delete, and change the systems in your current portfolio at any time. For more information on changing your portfolio, please Watch This Video.

The purpose of this forum is to provide you with a basic framework for:

Why we selected the systems in your demo portfolio
What you need to know in order to locate the right systems
How to avoid the common mistakes most new users make

In addition to these three points, we hope you will use this forum to ask ongoing questions as you continue to learn how to get the most out of Forex System Selector. ]]> FSS Gavin Minnis http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/75716-getting-started-demo-account-portfolio-discussion.html FSS Feedback: Help Improve the FSS Product and Experience http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/72795-fss-feedback-help-improve-fss-product-experience.html Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:57:59 GMT Hello,

I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to everyone here at the FSS forums. My job at FXCM is fairly multi-faceted. But what I love doing the most is making FSS a better and more enjoyable financial product. I'd like to make myself available to you through this forum as a direct go-to resource.

You can contact me directly at: gminnis@fxcm.com.

I also want to take this opportunity to share some of the things that I, along with my great support team here at FXCM, have been working on to improve the FSS product and experience.

In the near future, expect to see a new and improved FSS home page. It's not quite ready but I expect it to be available really soon (I'll keep you posted). Also, I plan to get some initiatives going that will really boost the value-added resource that our FSS forums offer. Once again, stay posted as they're not quite ready to roll out just yet. But I think you're going to really like the improvements.

Now, MOST IMPORTANTLY, I want to take this opportunity to ask for your help. I want your feedback in all areas relating to this product and the experience you have with it. After all, you're the user, you're happiness and satisfaction with this product is what really counts. Please use this forum as an opportunity to share with me:

1) what you like about the platform
2) what you don't like about the platform
3) what you like about the systems
4) what you don't like about the systems
5) what you like about the forums
6) what you don't like about the forums
7) what you like about our training videos
8) what you don't like about our training videos

The list could go on and on. The point here is, let me know how you're feeling. Share with me what you love about this product and where you see room for improvement. Are you learning much from the currently available forums? Or do you wish to see other topics covered? Are you happy with the live support FXCM offers FSS users, or do you want more assistance in certain areas. Once again, anything and everything of relevance... please share it with me.

I can't stress enough, I'm on your side here so use me as a resource. I guarantee that I'll do everything in my power to utilize your constructive criticism to continually improve on the FSS product and experience.

Thanks for your time and I look forward to talking with you all very soon.

Sincerely,

Gavin Minnis
gminnis@fxcm.com ]]> FSS Gavin Minnis http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/72795-fss-feedback-help-improve-fss-product-experience.html Most Popular Systems - April 2009 http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35612-most-popular-systems-april-2009-a.html Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:28:34 GMT Below are the top systems during the month of... Below are the top systems during the month of March. This list is based on the number of live accounts who have added these systems to their portfolio. You can view their performance by going to PERFORMANCE tab in the System Selector platform.
  1. GBPJPY Mover GBPJPY

  2. AEQUILIBRIUM-FX EURJPY

  3. EURJPY-Mover EURJPY

  4. Max2 GBPUSD

  5. OneFX-Signal-Samari EURJPY

  6. MAX1 GBPUSD

  7. TidalWave EURUSD

  8. WaveRider EURUSD

  9. CADJPY-Mover CADJPY

  10. Wang-China EURJPY

]]> FSS FSS Moderator http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35612-most-popular-systems-april-2009-a.html FSS Resources http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35367-fss-resources.html Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:53:20 GMT The Forex System Selector (FSS) is a popular... The Forex System Selector (FSS) is a popular alternative to self trading that allows traders to build a portfolio by combining automated strategies from over 40 backtested systems. This forum was put in place to allow experts and novices alike share their ideas on how to build and manage a successful portfolio.

FSS RESOURCES
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]]> FSS FSS Moderator http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35367-fss-resources.html Frequently Asked Questions http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35366-frequently-asked-questions.html Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:51:59 GMT *Is it necessary to have the platform connected... Is it necessary to have the platform connected to the Internet permanently?
No, all trade signals are executed on Remote servers, therefore is not a requirement to keep your PC running for trade execution on your account. You are required to connect to the internet to set your Money Management settings initially.

Does the platform allow hedging?
Yes it does.

What are the costs for the signals and trade execution, are there any other charges?
The only charge the client pays is 1 pip commission per round turn trade in addition to the spread. For example, $10 on 100k lot, $1 on $10k Mini-lot. There are no subscription or platform fees. This commission charge is automatically taken from your live account. *Please note that the demo accounts and the performance summary statistics do not account for the commission charge.

Can I set leverage with your platform, what if signal provider wants to buy $100k but I only want to open $10k?
The client sets the leverage for each currency pair to their requirement, the signal provider only sends the signals, not a suggested lot size, a client can trade from $10k lot upwards for each pair they decide to trade. There are 3 Modes of Money Management:
• Fixed Lot – Fixed Lot size per trade.
• Fixed Ratio – Fixed Account % Risk per trade on Principal.
• Fixed Delta – Increases or Decreases lot size dependent on Account Balance.

Can I trade any signal Provider I like?
Only signal providers listed within the platform are available.

How do I get started, what is the process and how long does it take?
Click on the following link to open a Forex System Selector account:
Forex trading system selector
Our New Accounts department will notify you regarding the status of your account application by email within 2 business days.

Does your platform support multiple strategies in parallel?
What happens if Provider A is short on EURUSD and Provider B tries to place a long EURUSD trade. The platform will recognize signals from multiple signal providers and hedging is used when necessary.

Can I close or change the Stop or Limit manually myself?
Yes, you can close or modify a trade signal, however it will be re-adjusted again if a new modify order is placed by the signal provider after the client adjustment.

If I close a trading signal, when the signal arrives to close the trade, will it then put me in a new open position?
No, signals to open and close are distinctly different, if you manually close a trade, no position will be taken when the close order arrives. The next new trade to open will executed on your account.

What happens if I disable money management for a signal provider when I have an open position, how will the trade be handled by the system?
If you remove a signal provider from your portfolio, any open trades will be closed when the close order arrives, but a new position to open will not be executed.

What happens if I change my lot size for a system when I currently have an open trade?
The trade will be closed with the lot size it was opened with, the next new trade to open will be reflected with the new money management settings.

What are the margin requirements for a Trade?
FXCM FSS accounts are set up on a default margin setting of 0.5%.

Which is the best system to trade?
This is left to the discretion of the client, we provide them all the tools and trade history for them to make an informed decision regarding their investment choices, but do not provide investment advice. Please feel free to visit our FSS Forums for additional resources and reviews. Systems Reviews by DailyFX Course Instructors

Do the performance figures include commission?
No, the performance does not include the 1pip commission per round trade.

How long does the demo account last?
FSS Demo accounts stay active for 30 days.

What if I want to place a manual trade in addition the automated trades?
You are able to open manual trades in addition to auto trades, these will be labeled as “manual” in signal provider column in the positions tab of the platform.

Do the performance figures include swap values?
Yes, they include swap/rollover rates.

How do I know what size of stop a signal provider uses so that I can calculate my risk?
In the PERFORMANCE tab of the platform, there is an INFO tab which displays some information on the strategy. The information in this tab was provided by the signal provider, so look at the actual trade details to verify for yourself. This tab is the first column on the left in the PERFORMANCE tab.

How many systems/ pairs is it possible to trade in a LIVE account?
It is possible to trade 100 system/pairs in the LIVE account version.
Does the DEMO account have the same functionality as the LIVE version?
The DEMO account will not show the Stop Loss or Target Point to avoid signal misuse.

Can I stop trading at any time?
Yes, you can close all your positions and disable your portfolio instantly, you are in complete control if your account at all times.

What does Max DD mean in the signal provider list?
It is the largest peak to valley drawdown for that pair, in pips. This figure can be used for evaluating your risk.

Why are some pairs showing less profit than other pairs with same number of pips?
This depends on the pip value of the currency pair in question.

Can I trade various modes of money management in same portfolio?
Yes, you can have Fixed Lot, Fractional and Ratio settings applied to different systems within your Portfolio.

When is the commission charged, at end of month or every trade?
The commission is applied when the trade is closed. ]]> FSS FSS Moderator http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35366-frequently-asked-questions.html System Reviews by DailyFX Course Instructors http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35368-system-reviews-dailyfx-course-instructors.html Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:07:20 GMT The Forex System Selector is popular new product... The Forex System Selector is popular new product that many traders utilize to be invested in this market 24 hours per day. The FSS is an automated account option that allows traders to choose from automated signals sent from over 40 different system providers while you still control the pair traded, leverage used, and signal provider.

In this thread, we are going to review how to analyze the many different providers and build various portfolios around them. If you have any questions about the content, please ask. If you have suggestions of systems you wish to review, kindly note them in this thread.

Jeremy Wagner
DailyFX Course Instructor ]]> FSS Jeremy Wagner http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35368-system-reviews-dailyfx-course-instructors.html <![CDATA[What's in your FSS Portfolio? - General Discussion]]> http://forexforums.dailyfx.com/fss/35369-whats-your-fss-portfolio-general-discussion.html Mon, 24 Sep 2007 18:41:57 GMT The Forex System Selector (FSS) is a popular... The Forex System Selector (FSS) is a popular alternative to self trading that allows traders to build a portfolio by combining automated strategies from over 40 backtested systems. This forum was put in place to allow experts and novices alike share their ideas on how to build and manage a successful portfolio.

To view performance results, visit the Forex System Selector Home page. For more details on this product, contact an FXCM specialist: http://www.fxcm.com/contact-fxcm.jsp.

LEARN MORE:

FSS Home Page:
http://www.fxcm.com/forex-system-selector.jsp

Webinar (FSS Tutorial):
https://admin.acrobat.com/_a205571165/p16079052

Webinar (Sorting in Excel):
http://forex.acrobat.com/p39194255/

Webinar (Building a Portfolio):
http://forex.acrobat.com/p49276987/

GET STARTED:

FSS Demo Account:
http://www.fxcm.com/forex-system-selector.jsp#demo

Open a Live Account:
http://www.fxcm.com/forex-system-selector-open.jsp


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