AVA – 8 – User Manual

Overview

GAMMA and DELTA modules are part of our HELLENIC module library in AvA-8. These modules implement complementary trading strategies:

DELTA Module: Exclusively executes BUY orders (long positions)

GAMMA Module: Exclusively executes SELL orders (short positions)

Both modules feature an identical 12-level structure for sophisticated position management.

Module Structure

Level System

Each module contains 12 configurable trading levels that operate in sequence:

Level 1 (Initiating Level): Enters as a market order based on the selected initiation method

Levels 2-12: Enter as pending limit orders, one after another, based on entry point distances

Order Placement Logic

Level 1: Placed as a market order when initiation conditions are met

Levels 2-12: Placed as pending limit orders after previous level activates

Entry Points (EP): Measured in points from the previous level’s entry price

Sequential Activation: Higher numbered levels only become active when lower levels are filled

Level Configuration

Each level shares the same parameter structure:

Level 1 (Initiating Level) Parameters

CopyLEVEL_DELTA/GAMMA_1 = “LEVEL DELTA/GAMMA 1”

TRADE_DELTA/GAMMA_1 = true/false          // Enable/disable this level

LOT_DELTA/GAMMA_1 = 0.0                   // Position size (0.0 activates dynamic sizing)

TP_DELTA/GAMMA_1 = 0                      // Take profit in points

TP_DELTA/GAMMA_1_follow = true/false      // Whether TP adjusts with higher levels

Levels 2-12 Parameters

CopyLEVEL_DELTA/GAMMA_n = “LEVEL DELTA/GAMMA n”

TRADE_DELTA/GAMMA_n = true/false          // Enable/disable this level

LOT_DELTA/GAMMA_n = 0.0                   // Position size (0.0 activates dynamic sizing)

EP_DELTA/GAMMA_n = 0                      // Entry point distance from previous level

TP_DELTA/GAMMA_n = 0                      // Take profit in points

TP_DELTA/GAMMA_n_follow = true/false      // Whether TP adjusts with higher levels

Note: Level 12 doesn’t have TP_follow since it’s the highest level.

Dynamic Lot Sizing

Both modules support three lot sizing methods:

Fixed Size: Uses the specified lot value for each level

Money-Based:

DynLot_MoneyStart: Starting money amount

DynLot_MoneyStep: Money step between levels

DynLot_LotRatioStart: Initial lot multiplier

DynLot_LotRatioStep: Multiplier increase per level

DynLot_ApplyTo: Account metric to use (Balance, Equity, or Free Margin)

Percentage-Based:

LotPercentage: Percentage of selected account metric to trade

Take Profit and Stop Loss Management

Both modules implement modular risk management:

Take Profit Modes

NONE: No take profit

AMOUNT: Fixed dollar amount (e.g., $100)

PERCENTAGE: Percentage of account equity (e.g., 2%)

Stop Loss Modes

NONE: No stop loss

AMOUNT: Fixed dollar amount (e.g., $50)

PERCENTAGE: Percentage of account equity (e.g., 1%)

Trailing Stop

NONE: No trailing stop

AMOUNT: Dollar amount-based trailing

TrailingStopAmount: Distance to maintain from price

TrailingStartAmount: Profit required to activate trailing

TrailingIncrement: Step size for trail adjustments

Initiation Methods

Each module can be triggered through various methods:

NO_TRADING: Module disabled

ON_TICK: Enters on the first tick after placement

ON_PSAR: Enters when PSAR indicator gives a signal

DELTA: When PSAR crosses below price (bullish)

GAMMA: When PSAR crosses above price (bearish)

ON_ADX: Enters based on ADX trend strength and direction

DELTA: When ADX shows uptrend (+DI > -DI)

GAMMA: When ADX shows downtrend (-DI > +DI)

ON_ZONE: Enters when price enters support/resistance zones

DELTA: When price is in demand zones

GAMMA: When price is in supply zones

ON_CPR: Enters based on Central Pivot Range signals

ON_ALL_IND: Requires all indicators to align for entry

Filter Systems

Multiple filters can refine entry conditions:

ADX Filter Modes

ADX_FILTER_OFF: No ADX filtering

ADX_FILTER_WEAK: Requires ADX > 15

ADX_FILTER_MODERATE: Requires ADX > 25

ADX_FILTER_STRONG: Requires ADX > 50

ADX_FILTER_VERY_STRONG: Requires ADX > 75

ADX_FILTER_EXTREME: Requires ADX > 90

RSI Filter Modes

RSI_FILTER_OFF: No RSI filtering

RSI_FILTER_STRICT: Uses 20/80 boundaries

RSI_FILTER_NORMAL: Uses 30/70 boundaries

RSI_FILTER_LOOSE: Uses 40/60 boundaries

CPR Filter Modes

CPR_FILTER_OFF: No CPR filtering

CPR_FILTER_BASIC: Simple CPR level check

CPR_FILTER_TREND: CPR trend direction only

CPR_FILTER_BREAKOUT: Narrow CPR breakout strategy

CPR_FILTER_RANGE: Wide CPR range trading strategy

Practical Applications

Trend Following Strategy

Enable DELTA in uptrends (with ADX/PSAR confirmation)

Enable GAMMA in downtrends (with ADX/PSAR confirmation)

Use TP_follow to create cascading take profits

Scalping Configuration

Set small TP values (10-20 points)

Disable higher levels (2-12)

Use ON_TICK or ON_PSAR for quick entries

Grid Trading Approach

Enable multiple levels (3-7)

Set appropriate EP distances (20-50 points between levels)

Use money-based dynamic lot sizing for position scaling

Risk Management

Implement module SL/TP rather than per-level SL

Use percentage-based SL for account protection

Enable trailing stops to protect profits

Dashboard Monitoring

Both modules provide visual feedback through the dashboard:

Active levels and their status

Current profit/loss

Position volumes

Filter conditions

Integration with Other Modules

Use with EQUALIZER for overall risk management

PATHFINDER can provide signal confirmation

ZONES module helps identify optimal entry areas