PV*SOL Expert 6.0 - Manual - Valentin Software

11.3.1.6.1 Graphics
You are able to select whether and how interest is calculated on the Payment Sequences:
1. Discount Payments (Cash Value)
The reference point for this method of observation is the time before the start of the
Assessment Period. The discounted interest on all payments is calculated at this point.
The results of the Economic Efficiency Calculation form the basis of this type of assessment
(Capital Value, Payback Period, Internal Rate of Return, Electricity Production Costs).
2. Interest on Payments
The reference point for this method of observation is the end of the Assessment Period. It
can be interpreted as the balance of account.
For a payment, eg of €1000 in the first year, interest is calculated at n-times capital interest
up to the end of the Assessment Period, for a payment in the second year, at n-1-times.
3. No Interest on Payments
A payment of, for example, €1000 in the first year has the same value as a payment of
€1000 after 20 years. This gives a clear view, but is not suitable for making economic
decisions.
You can display 2 curves via the selection fields. If you only want to see one curve, you
should select in the 2 nd Curve field.
Print Graphic
The graphic displayed can be viewed via the Print Preview before printing. The page is
fixed to print in horizontal format.
Copy Graphic
The graphic displayed can also be copied to the clipboard, for example if you want to add
it to your project report in Microsoft Word. You would have to export the project report into
Microsoft Word first – this is done via the Print Preview.
For information on compiling the results, see also Results Overview
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