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Check below for links to the equipment, schematics, and more information- DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that you must be aware of; this video will set you straight on where to mount and how to wire your panels for the best efficiency. Speaking of efficiency, do you know the difference between an MPPT and PWM solar charge controller? Just watch the video. Often the most overlooked component of any off grid system is safety, and for that we've got you covered as well. Finally, we finish up talking about living with your new system. There are LOTS of links in the video to the components used, schematics, and further information. ALL of these can be found on our "Ultimate Guide to Off Grid Solar" page- http://goo.gl/e5uZ49 Lastly, we talked about the upcoming Renogy Lycan Powerbox, check it out Renogy and the power box here- http://goo.gl/8Ms1o0 The Kill-A-Watt meter for measuring your consumption- http://goo.gl/DSBem4 Schematic of the Tin Hat Ranch 400 Watt Renogy System- http://goo.gl/UEmIe3 Renogy 400 Watt Premium Solar Kit http://goo.gl/20z4Q6 Renogy 1000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter: http://goo.gl/mO7jxB Solar Assessment Worksheet- http://goo.gl/3KVxYY Batteries Plus: http://goo.gl/I50qww Duracell SLIGC125: http://goo.gl/32JmnS Music: "Come Play With Me" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/