Having sunburned my share of orchids, let me offer a little advice.
1) Welcome to the board
2) As for the learning experience, the Phalenopsis you show here should NEVER be placed in light that bright (full sun). It is best if you keep the light something like an east window. If south window, then 2-3feet away from window is best.
3) Even for orchids that can tolerate full sun (like the ones your friend has) they need to be accustomed to this light over a period of time.
4) Leave the leaves alone - don't cut them back. This is not rot, just damaged leaf tissue. The green parts will be OK, the brown parts will look ugly. After the plant recovers (you did move it back to its old home, right?) you can slowly remove the oldest damaged leaves. If the plant is too badly damaged, it will grow a new pup (called a Keiki) from the base.
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Ross
http://orchids-ross.blogspot.com/
I don't do most Dendros or large, "floofy orchids". For me it's minis (like Angraecoides), Masdies, Paphs, and others that crept in somewhere along the line. See my orchid list for complete collection (usually not current.)
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