In this article, readers will be guided step-by-step on how to install PV*Sol Premium to their Windows computers.
PV*Sol Premium Overview
PV*Sol Premium is a fantastic tool in designing solar PV systems that was developed by the software company called Valentine Software. This tool enables the user to create a design and simulate solar PV projects with precise calculation of the solar energy yield. It can give a real world representation of shading from surrounding objects using its user-friendly 3D mode.
Valentine Software is generous enough to give every solar enthusiasts a FREE 30-day trial for the software, which is very helpful if you only want to see how much your solar PV system will produce energy wise.
Features of PV*Sol Premium
- On Grid PV System Design
- Off Grid PV System Design
- 3D Mode
- Shading Calculation
- Extruding Buildings from Maps
- Import 3D Objects
- Solar Energy Yield Simulation
- Financial Analysis
- AC and DC Cable Sizing
- Electric Cars
- etc.
PV*Sol Technical Setup Details
Here are the system requirements in installing this solar PV Software
- Internet Access
- Processor: Intel i3 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB
- Hard Disk Drive: 850 MB
- Monitor Resolution: at least 1.024 x 768 pixel
- Operating System: Windows 7 (latest service packs each), Windows 8.1, Windows 10
- Graphics: DirectX- compatible (at least Vers. 9.0c), 1 GB, OpenGL – Support
- Other: Microsoft .Net Framework 4.7.2 Redistributable Package
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Download PV*Sol Premium for free here.
2. After downloading the software, double click the executable file to start the installation and follow the steps below.
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- Click Next.
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- Click “I accept the agreement”, then click Next.
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- Again, another Next.
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- Next.
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- Install PVSol Premium by clicking the “Install” button.
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- Wait for the PVSol Premium installation to complete.
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- Now, click Finish.
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- Enjoy your PV*Sol Premium software.
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- Start doing your solar PV plant design!
You can now enjoy creating designs and simulations for your solar PV systems using PV*Sol Premium 2019.
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