System Design
How can I view the project in 3D?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Once you have outlined the roof, added the array and any obstacles, the 3D button will be enabled. You can then click on the "3D" button , to view image in 3D mode. Also , A variety ...
Understanding “Panel Configuration”
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Panel Tilt – This will populate by default when selecting “Commercial” as project type and is commonly used when the project site is flat. Roof Tilt –This will populate by default ...
How can I draw the roof outline?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Once you located the property or desired system location, you can scroll to the location with your mouse by clicking and dragging outside of the highlighted area. On the left , click ...
How can I draw a PV array?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Click on “Draw PV Array” and begin drawing it on the roof. If you have already outlined the roof, you can simply right click in the roof outline. A pop up will show and you can click ...
Can I change the orientation and alignment of the panels?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Yes, once you click on the panel array , the attributes will populate on the right. You can then change the orientation of the panels to Portrait or Landscape depending on the roof ...
How can I add keepouts?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone After drawing the PV Array, click on “Draw Keepouts”. You can select from “Freeform”, “Rectangle”, “Circle” or “Tree”. If you select "Freeform", draw the outline of the keepout and ...
How can I generate a shade report?
How can I generate a shade report? Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Click on “Shade Analysis” and “Simulate Shade”. A heat map will appear where you can hover your mouse over each panel to see the irradiance and ...
How do I add inverters?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Click on the “Inverter” tab and then “Add Inverter”. System size can be seen on the top so you can add the inverter accordingly. Note: Add inverters so that the DC to AC Ratio is as ...
How do I add storage?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Click on the “Storage” tab, then select the manufacturer, model and quantity. You can customize reserve % as per use. Was this article helpful? Yes No0 out of 0 found this helpful ...
Can I change the post PV rate?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Yes, click on the “Additional Choices” tab. Select post PV electric rate from the drop-down menu. You can also change the utility escalator percentage over the year. Was this article ...
How can I view the kWh Offset preview?
Paige Bassano 2 years ago Updated FollowNot yet followed by anyone Click on “System Results” to view the detailed post solar analysis. Click on “Detailed Utility Rate Analysis” to view several Savings Analysis graphs. Was this article helpful? Yes ...