DIY_self_installed_solar_photovoltaic_panels Roderick Young movies opensource_movies A middle-aged man with no prior experience decides to install photovoltaic panels on the family's roof. This home movie documentary captures some of the experience. Despite low production quality, there is information that may be useful to someone contemplating a similar project. Naturally, the author makes no warranty that any of his advice is actually good, so this video should only be used as a starting point for your own research. The production is also available on a DVD, with higher quality video and addtional content, including editable drawings. If you cannot burn your own, the author can send you one, most likely at no charge. Details are in the download. 2006 2006 DIY; self; installed; solar; photovoltaic; panels; energy; electricity; power http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.5/ 2006-11-08 07:02:19 2006-11-08 02:27:04 roderick.young@lycos.com roderick young roderick young 2006-11-08 07:27:24 2006-11-09 01:08:24 sound color 1:07:51 Introduction Research, Planning, and Tools The Scheme Parts Arrive Inverter Disconnect Switches Service Panel Conduit Roofers Installing the Standoffs Flashing and Rails Grounding Junction Box Installing the Panels First Turn-On Dedication Utility Inspection Costs Retrospective Credits Background music obtained from "Dusty Porch" album by John Williams through Creative Commons License. Specific songs shown in credit roll of video. Sound effect, "Tree Frog Concert" by reinsamba used by Creative Commons License. Details in credit roll. Includes embedded Creative Commons Licensed material, as noted above. English California, USA 2006-11-15 07:05:40 roderick young