decimals in data (Split from eSignal 7.x thread)

[ralan]

Split thread originating from here. ~JayF (Moderator)

For those developers out there...

The ActiveX development platform does not include a Base Code
for price/decimal point conversion. If you want to process the data returned from this platform you will have to write logic to do the right conversion (if one is needed).

It you want access to a base code you will need to get the Control API which according to support should be in there.

BTW, again for developers only, there appear to be 3 choices for automating your data collection:

1) ActiveX Development kit
2) Standard API - C++ only
3) Control API - multi-langauages, should work in .NET

The cost of the Control API is huge though and not appropriate for the average individual trader. $1500-2500 one-time setup fee plus $500/month plus exchange fees.

So unless you're a professional organization that can bear these costs, the only REAL alternative is the ActiveX kit. And then of course you have the decimal point issue to deal with.

If only eSignal would include a base code in the bar data via the ActiveX kit....

ralan

[Guest]

Ralan,

I am investigating ways to pass the base code in the Desktop API, but since the data is presented raw you have the ability to present it in any format you desire, as you described. In the FAQ it states that this feature request is currently in the development queue and will almost definitely be available via the Desktop API.

The Desktop API is designed to be a development tool for individuals to develop applications for their personal use, among other things.

The Standard and Control APIs are designed for 3rd-party corporate developers to include our data feed in their own applications. The cost also includes co-branding, marketing and development expenditures.

Robi