One common problem faced by modern utility networks is the occurrence of islanding. Islanding is the condition where a distributed power generation system is severed from the utility network, but continues to supply power to portions of the utility network after the utility power supply is disconnected from those portions of the network. All photovoltaic systems must have anti islanding detection in order to comply with safety regulations. Otherwise the photovoltaic installation may shock or electrocute repairmen after the grid is shut down from the photovoltaic installation generating power as an island downstream. The island condition complicates the orderly reconnection of the utility network and poses a hazard also to equipment. Thus, it is important for an island condition to be detected and eliminated.