The experimental determination of the current-voltage characteristic curve of a photovoltaic panel installed on the roof of a lab and with the capability of live video streaming from the test site, through the internet, has been developed for engineering education. The user has the sense of a direct contact with the system since they can intervene and alter the tilt of the panel and get a live visual feedback besides the remote instrumentation panel. The whole procedure takes a few seconds to complete and the characteristic curve is displayed in a chart giving the student and anyone else interested the chance to analyze the results and understand the respective theory, meanwhile the test data is stored in a file for future use. This type of remote experiment could be used for distance education, training, part - time study and help students with disabilities in participating in laboratory environment