A control method and device of an air conditioner, the air conditioner and a control terminal

Abstract

This invention discloses a control method, device, air conditioner, and control terminal for an air conditioner, relating to the field of air conditioning technology. The control method includes: monitoring the indoor ambient temperature after the air conditioner is turned on; determining whether the conditions for entering an energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature during air conditioner operation; if met, controlling the air conditioner to issue an energy-saving reminder; and controlling the air conditioner to reduce its speed when receiving an energy-saving mode entry command from a remote control or mobile terminal. This invention allows users to choose whether to enter an energy-saving mode. By controlling the indoor fan to reduce its speed when receiving an energy-saving mode entry command from the user, the energy consumption of the air conditioner can be reduced. While achieving energy saving, it fully considers the precise needs of users and improves the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and more specifically, to a control method, device, air conditioner, and control terminal for an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, air conditioners are used more and more, becoming an indispensable household appliance in people's lives. While air conditioners regulate indoor temperature, humidity, and other parameters to meet user needs, their power consumption as a percentage of household appliances is increasing year by year. Reducing the energy consumption of air conditioners at the source is particularly necessary. Existing air conditioner energy-saving control technologies typically reduce compressor frequency or fan speed to lower energy consumption once the indoor temperature reaches the set temperature. However, when users have high requirements for indoor temperature, directly controlling the air conditioner to operate at energy efficiency can easily affect user needs and reduce the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention provides a control method, device, air conditioner, and control terminal for an air conditioner, enabling users to select whether to enter an energy-saving mode. By controlling the indoor fan to reduce its speed upon receiving a user's command to enter the energy-saving mode, the energy consumption of the air conditioner can be reduced. This achieves energy saving while meeting user needs and enhancing the user experience.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, one aspect provides a control method for an air conditioner, comprising: monitoring the indoor ambient temperature after the air conditioner is turned on; determining whether the conditions for entering an energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature during the operation of the air conditioner, and if the conditions are met, controlling the air conditioner to issue an energy-saving reminder; and controlling the air conditioner to reduce the speed of the indoor fan when receiving an instruction to enter the energy-saving mode sent by a remote control or mobile terminal.

[0005] By adopting the above technical solution, the system determines whether the conditions for energy saving have been met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. When the air conditioner is capable of energy saving, it sends an energy-saving reminder to the user, indicating that the current air conditioner capacity meets the standard and can be operated in energy-saving mode to save electricity. This allows the user to choose whether to enter energy-saving mode. When the system receives a command from the user to enter energy-saving mode via remote control or mobile terminal, it controls the indoor fan to reduce its speed, thereby reducing the power consumption of the air conditioner. While achieving the goal of energy saving, the system fully considers whether the user has energy-saving needs and improves the user experience.

[0006] Preferably, the control method further includes: when receiving a command from a remote control or mobile terminal to prohibit entering the energy-saving mode, controlling the air conditioner to maintain its current operation, and prohibiting the issuance of the energy-saving reminder for a first preset time period.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, when a user sends a command to prohibit entering the energy-saving mode, the air conditioner is controlled to maintain its current operation. This avoids directly controlling the air conditioner to enter the energy-saving mode, which would affect the user experience. It fully meets the user's needs for energy saving or precise room temperature and improves the convenience of the user in controlling the air conditioner.

[0008] Preferably, the control method further includes: when no control command is received after the energy-saving reminder has been issued for a second preset period of time, controlling the indoor fan of the air conditioner to reduce its speed.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the fan inside the air conditioner can be controlled to run at a reduced speed when no control command is received, thereby reducing the power consumption of the air conditioner and saving air conditioning energy without affecting the user experience.

[0010] Preferably, the step of determining whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature includes: obtaining the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on; calculating the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature at the time of turn-on and the set temperature, and recording it as a first temperature difference; when the first temperature difference is less than a first preset temperature, calculating the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature in real time or periodically, and recording it as a second temperature difference; when the second temperature difference is less than or equal to the second preset temperature within a third preset time period, determining that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are determined when the indoor ambient temperature rapidly approaches the set temperature, so as to remind users that the air conditioner can operate in energy-saving mode, thereby allowing users to intuitively understand the operating status of the air conditioner and the indoor temperature status, and improving the user experience.

[0012] Preferably, the step of determining whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature includes: obtaining the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on, calculating the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature at the time of turn-on and the set temperature, and recording it as a first temperature difference; when the first temperature difference is greater than or equal to a first preset temperature, detecting the change in indoor ambient temperature within a fourth preset time period; when the change in temperature difference is greater than or equal to a third preset temperature, detecting the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature again, and recording it as a third temperature difference; when the third temperature difference is less than or equal to the fourth preset temperature within a fifth preset time period, determining that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, when the air conditioner adjusts the temperature quickly and the indoor temperature reaches close to the set temperature, it is determined that the adjustment meets the requirements for entering the energy-saving mode, thus prioritizing the protection of the indoor temperature. This saves on air conditioning energy consumption and improves the user experience.

[0014] Preferably, the step of controlling the indoor fan of the air conditioner to operate at a reduced speed includes: controlling the current of the indoor fan to decrease to a first preset current; wherein the first preset current is related to the current operating current of the indoor fan.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solutions, the current of the indoor fan can be reduced, thereby reducing the fan speed. This reduces the energy consumption of the air conditioner per unit time while having a smaller impact on the indoor temperature, thus achieving the goal of energy saving.

[0016] Preferably, the control method further includes: when the temperature difference is less than the third preset temperature, detecting whether the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is continuously less than or equal to the fifth preset temperature within a sixth preset time period; if so, controlling the current of the indoor fan to decrease to a second preset current; wherein the second preset current is greater than the first preset current.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, when the air conditioner's temperature regulation capability is weak and the indoor ambient temperature is close to the set temperature, the speed of the indoor fan can be appropriately reduced, which can save air conditioning energy consumption and avoid reducing the cooling / heating rate of the air conditioner, thus achieving energy conservation and emission reduction.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present invention, another aspect provides a control device for an air conditioner, comprising: a monitoring module for monitoring the indoor ambient temperature after the air conditioner is turned on; a judgment module for determining, based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature, whether the conditions for entering an energy-saving mode are met during the operation of the air conditioner, and if so, controlling the air conditioner to issue an energy-saving reminder; and a control module for controlling the indoor fan of the air conditioner to reduce its speed when receiving an instruction to enter an energy-saving mode sent by a remote control or mobile terminal.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the present invention, another aspect provides an air conditioner including a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program and a processor, the computer program being read and executed by the processor to implement the method as described in any of the first aspects.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present invention, another aspect provides a control terminal, including: a remote control and / or a mobile terminal, wherein the remote control and / or the mobile terminal are provided with an energy-saving button; the remote control and / or the mobile terminal are used to send an instruction to enter the energy-saving mode to the air conditioner after the air conditioner issues an energy-saving reminder and the energy-saving button is triggered.

[0021] The present invention has the following beneficial effects: by determining whether the conditions for energy saving have been met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature, and issuing an energy-saving reminder to the user when the air conditioner can operate in energy-saving mode, the user is prompted that the current air conditioner capacity meets the standard and can be operated in energy-saving mode to save electricity. This allows the user to choose whether to enter the energy-saving mode. By controlling the indoor fan to run at a reduced speed when receiving the user's command to enter the energy-saving mode, the power consumption of the air conditioner can be reduced. While achieving the purpose of energy saving, the precise needs of the user are fully considered, and the user experience is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0023] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed herein, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which the present invention can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and objectives that the present invention can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in the present invention.

[0024] Figure 1 A flowchart of a control method for an air conditioner provided by the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control device structure for an air conditioner provided by the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] This embodiment provides a control method for an air conditioner, which can be applied to an air conditioner. See below. Figure 1 The flowchart of the control method for the air conditioner shown mainly includes the following steps S102 to S106:

[0029] Step S102: After the air conditioner is turned on, monitor the indoor ambient temperature;

[0030] After the air conditioner is turned on, the indoor ambient temperature is detected and recorded in real time based on the temperature sensor installed in the air conditioner.

[0031] Step S104: During the operation of the air conditioner, determine whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. If the conditions are met, control the air conditioner to issue an energy-saving reminder.

[0032] When the air conditioner is operating in cooling or heating mode, it determines whether the conditions for entering energy-saving mode are met in real time or periodically based on the relationship between the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. The closer the indoor ambient temperature is to the set temperature, the more likely the air conditioner's capacity is up to standard and the greater the likelihood of meeting the conditions for entering energy-saving mode. The conditions for entering energy-saving mode can be determined when the indoor ambient temperature reaches a temperature close to the set value.

[0033] When the conditions for entering energy-saving mode are met, i.e. the indoor ambient temperature is close to the set temperature, the air conditioner can operate in energy-saving mode with minimal impact on the indoor ambient temperature, so as to appropriately reduce the power consumption of the air conditioner. The air conditioner can also send an energy-saving reminder to the user, which may include one or more of the following: light reminder, sound reminder, and text reminder.

[0034] Step S106: When a command to enter energy-saving mode is received from the remote control or mobile terminal, the indoor fan of the air conditioner is controlled to run at a reduced speed.

[0035] After the air conditioner issues an energy-saving reminder, it waits to receive instructions. When it receives an instruction from the user to enter energy-saving mode, it determines that the user agrees to the air conditioner operating in energy-saving mode, meaning that the user does not have strict requirements for the indoor ambient temperature. It then controls the speed of the air conditioner's indoor fan to decrease in order to save the air conditioner's power consumption.

[0036] The above-mentioned command to enter energy-saving mode can be issued by the user through a remote control or mobile terminal. The remote control and mobile terminal corresponding to the air conditioner can be equipped with an energy-saving button. When the air conditioner issues an energy-saving reminder, the user can control the air conditioner to quickly enter energy-saving mode by clicking the energy-saving button.

[0037] In one specific implementation, the current of the indoor fan is controlled to be reduced to a first preset current; wherein the first preset current is related to the current operating current of the indoor fan. The value of the first preset current can be in the range of 60% to 80% of the current operating current, with a preferred value of 70% of the current operating current. By controlling the reduction of the indoor fan current, the fan speed can be reduced, thereby reducing the energy consumption of the air conditioner per unit time with minimal impact on the indoor ambient temperature, thus achieving the purpose of energy saving.

[0038] The air conditioner control method provided in this embodiment determines whether the energy-saving conditions have been met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. When the air conditioner is capable of energy-saving operation, it sends an energy-saving reminder to the user, indicating that the current air conditioning capacity meets the standard and can be operated in energy-saving mode to save electricity. This allows the user to choose whether to enter the energy-saving mode. By controlling the indoor fan to reduce its speed when the user sends an instruction to enter the energy-saving mode via remote control or mobile terminal, the power consumption of the air conditioner can be reduced. While achieving the purpose of energy saving, it also meets the needs of users and improves the user experience.

[0039] In one embodiment, to improve user convenience, the method provided in this embodiment further includes the following steps:

[0040] Step (1): When a command to prohibit entering the energy-saving mode is received from the remote control or mobile terminal, the air conditioner is controlled to maintain the current operation and the energy-saving reminder is prohibited for a first preset time period.

[0041] The aforementioned command to prohibit entering energy-saving mode can be issued by the user via remote control or mobile terminal. When the air conditioner issues an energy-saving reminder, the user can send a command to prohibit entering energy-saving mode to the air conditioner by double-clicking the energy-saving button, long-pressing the energy-saving button, or clicking other buttons.

[0042] When a command to prohibit entering energy-saving mode is received from the remote control or mobile terminal, it indicates that the user's requirement for indoor ambient temperature is higher than their requirement for air conditioner power consumption. Therefore, the user cannot directly control the air conditioner to reduce the indoor fan speed to avoid affecting the user experience. This energy-saving reminder will be ignored, and no further energy-saving reminders will be issued for a certain period. The first preset time period can range from 2 to 4 hours, with 2 hours being the preferred value.

[0043] By controlling the air conditioner to maintain its current operation when a user sends a command to prevent it from entering energy-saving mode, the system avoids directly controlling the air conditioner to enter energy-saving mode, thus avoiding impacting the user experience, meeting user needs, and improving the convenience of controlling the air conditioner.

[0044] When a user sends a command to enter energy-saving mode, it indicates that the user has a high demand for air conditioning energy saving. The air conditioner is then controlled to enter energy-saving mode and the indoor fan speed is reduced. When a user sends a command to prohibit entering energy-saving mode, it indicates that the user has a low demand for energy saving and a high requirement for the accuracy of indoor ambient temperature. The air conditioner is then controlled to maintain the current state of operation, fully meeting the user's needs for energy saving or accurate room temperature.

[0045] Step (2): When no control command is received after the second preset time period of continuous energy-saving reminder, control the indoor fan of the air conditioner to run at a reduced speed.

[0046] The second preset duration can range from 3 to 6 minutes, with a preferred value of 5 minutes. The air conditioner can issue an energy-saving reminder for a certain duration, such as by continuously flashing the control indicator light. If the indicator light flashes continuously for the second preset duration and the user does not perform any operation or the air conditioner receives any control commands, it indicates that the user may not be indoors. The air conditioner's internal fan will then be controlled to run at a reduced speed, for example, by reducing the internal fan current to 70% of the current operating current, thereby reducing the air conditioner's power consumption and saving energy.

[0047] In one embodiment, to accurately determine whether an air conditioner can enter energy-saving mode, this embodiment provides a specific implementation method for determining whether the conditions for entering energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature:

[0048] The system obtains the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on, calculates the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature at the time of turn-on and the set temperature, and records it as the first temperature difference. When the first temperature difference is less than the first preset temperature, the system calculates the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature in real time or periodically, and records it as the second temperature difference. When the second temperature difference is less than or equal to the second preset temperature within a third preset time period, the system determines that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

[0049] The first preset temperature can be in the range of 1 to 2℃, with a preferred value of 2℃; the third preset duration can be in the range of 30 to 60s, with a preferred value of 30s; and the second preset temperature can be in the range of 0 to 1℃, with a preferred value of 1℃.

[0050] When the first temperature difference is less than the first preset temperature, it indicates that the indoor ambient temperature is close to the set temperature. The user turns on the air conditioner only to maintain the indoor ambient temperature. If the second temperature difference is detected to be less than or equal to the second preset temperature and is maintained for a period of time, it indicates that the air conditioner has a strong temperature regulation capability and can control the air conditioner to enter the energy-saving mode, such as controlling the indoor fan current to be reduced to 70% of the current operating current.

[0051] If the second preset temperature is lower than the first preset temperature, and the second temperature difference is detected to be greater than the second preset temperature, that is, the indoor ambient temperature is between the first preset temperature and the second preset temperature, it indicates that the user has high requirements for the temperature adjustment accuracy of the air conditioner, and controls the air conditioner to maintain its original operation.

[0052] By determining when the indoor ambient temperature rapidly approaches the set temperature, the system confirms that the conditions for entering energy-saving mode are met, thus reminding users that the air conditioner can operate in energy-saving mode. This allows users to intuitively understand the operating status of the air conditioner and the indoor temperature, improving the user experience.

[0053] In one embodiment, to accurately determine whether an air conditioner can enter energy-saving mode, this embodiment provides another specific implementation method based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature to determine whether the conditions for entering energy-saving mode are met:

[0054] The system acquires the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on, calculates the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature at startup and the set temperature, and records it as the first temperature difference. When the first temperature difference is greater than or equal to the first preset temperature, the system detects the change in indoor ambient temperature within a fourth preset time period. When the change in temperature difference is greater than or equal to the third preset temperature, the system detects the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature again and records it as the third temperature difference. When the third temperature difference is less than or equal to the fourth preset temperature within a fifth preset time period, the system determines that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

[0055] The value of the fourth preset duration can be 3 to 10 minutes, with a preferred value of 5 minutes; the value of the first preset temperature can be 1 to 2℃, with a preferred value of 2℃; the value of the third preset temperature can be 2 to 4℃, with a preferred value of 3℃; the value of the fifth preset duration can be 20 to 60 seconds, with a preferred value of 30 seconds; and the value of the fourth preset temperature can be 1 to 2℃, with a preferred value of 2℃.

[0056] When the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature at the time of startup is greater than or equal to the first preset temperature, it indicates that the air conditioner is mainly used to regulate the indoor ambient temperature. Therefore, the absolute value of the temperature difference over a certain period of time is detected to detect the rate of change of the indoor ambient temperature, and the room temperature regulation capability of the air conditioner is judged based on the rate of change of the indoor ambient temperature.

[0057] When the temperature difference between the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature within the fourth preset time period is greater than or equal to the third preset temperature, it indicates that the air conditioner has a large temperature adjustment range within the fourth preset time period and its temperature adjustment capability is strong. Continue to detect the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature, and record it as the third temperature difference. When the third temperature difference is less than or equal to the fourth preset temperature and is maintained for a certain period of time, it indicates that the air conditioner's temperature adjustment capability is strong and it can control the air conditioner to enter the energy-saving mode. This confirms that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

[0058] By adjusting the air conditioner quickly and ensuring the indoor temperature is close to the set temperature, the system prioritizes the energy-saving mode, thus saving energy and improving the user experience.

[0059] When the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature (i.e., the third temperature difference) is greater than the fourth preset temperature mentioned above, it indicates that the temperature difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is large, and the indoor ambient temperature needs to be adjusted first to control the air conditioner to maintain the current state of operation.

[0060] In one embodiment, considering the poor temperature regulation capability of the air conditioner, the method provided in this embodiment further includes: when the temperature difference is less than the third preset temperature, detecting whether the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is continuously less than or equal to the fifth preset temperature within a sixth preset time period; if so, when receiving an instruction to enter the energy-saving mode sent by the remote control or mobile terminal, controlling the current of the indoor fan to be reduced to the second preset current; wherein, the second preset current is greater than the first preset current.

[0061] The sixth preset duration is in the range of 20 to 60 seconds, with a preferred value of 30 seconds; the fifth preset temperature is in the range of 1 to 2 degrees Celsius, with a preferred value of 2 degrees Celsius.

[0062] When the temperature difference between the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is less than the third preset temperature, it indicates that the air conditioner's temperature regulation capability is weak. Continue to detect and calculate the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. When the difference is less than or equal to the fifth preset temperature and is maintained for a certain period of time, it indicates that the indoor ambient temperature is close to the set temperature. The air conditioner can be controlled to operate in energy-saving mode. However, because the air conditioner's temperature regulation capability is weak, the speed reduction value of the indoor fan can be appropriately reduced, and the current of the indoor fan can be reduced to the second preset current. The value range of the second preset current can be from the current operating current * 80% to the current operating current * 90%, with the preferred value being the current operating current * 80%.

[0063] By appropriately reducing the speed of the indoor fan when the air conditioner's temperature regulation capability is weak and the indoor ambient temperature is close to the set temperature, energy consumption of the air conditioner can be saved, and the cooling / heating rate of the air conditioner can be avoided, thus achieving energy conservation and emission reduction.

[0064] When the temperature difference between the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is less than the third preset temperature, and the absolute value of the difference between the initial indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is greater than the fifth preset temperature, the air conditioner's temperature regulation capability is weak. Therefore, when the room temperature difference from the set temperature is large, the air conditioner maintains its original operating state, and its main function is still temperature regulation.

[0065] The air conditioner control method provided in this embodiment determines whether the air conditioner's heating / cooling capacity meets the standard by detecting the temperature difference after the air conditioner is turned on. If it meets the standard, the indicator light flashes to remind the user. The user can manually operate the remote control to control the air conditioner to enter the energy-saving mode, or the air conditioner can automatically reduce the speed of the indoor fan to achieve energy saving, thereby reducing the power of the air conditioner and achieving the purpose of energy saving.

[0066] Corresponding to the air conditioner control method provided in the above embodiments, this invention provides an air conditioner control device, which can be applied to an air conditioner, see below. Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the control device for an air conditioner, which includes the following modules:

[0067] Monitoring module 21 is used to monitor the indoor ambient temperature after the air conditioner is turned on;

[0068] The judgment module 22 is used to determine whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature during the operation of the air conditioner. If the conditions are met, the air conditioner is controlled to issue an energy-saving reminder.

[0069] Control module 23 is used to control the indoor fan of the air conditioner to reduce its speed when it receives a command to enter energy-saving mode from a remote control or mobile terminal.

[0070] The control device for the air conditioner provided in this embodiment determines whether the conditions for energy saving have been met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. When the air conditioner is capable of energy saving, it sends an energy-saving reminder to the user, indicating that the current air conditioning capacity meets the standard and can be operated in energy-saving mode to save electricity. This allows the user to choose whether to enter the energy-saving mode. By controlling the indoor fan to reduce its speed when the user sends the command to enter the energy-saving mode, the power consumption of the air conditioner can be reduced. While achieving the purpose of energy saving, it also meets the needs of users and improves the user experience.

[0071] The device provided in this embodiment has the same implementation principle and technical effect as the aforementioned embodiments. For the sake of brevity, any parts not mentioned in the device embodiment can be referred to the corresponding content in the aforementioned method embodiment.

[0072] Corresponding to the air conditioner control method provided in the above embodiments, this embodiment provides an air conditioner that includes a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program and a processor. The computer program is read and executed by the processor to implement the air conditioner control method provided in the above embodiments.

[0073] Corresponding to the air conditioner control method provided in the above embodiments, this embodiment provides a control terminal, including: a remote control and / or a mobile terminal, wherein the remote control and / or mobile terminal is provided with an energy-saving button;

[0074] The aforementioned remote control and / or mobile terminal are used to send a command to the air conditioner to enter energy-saving mode after the air conditioner issues an energy-saving reminder and the energy-saving button is triggered. For example, sending a command to the air conditioner to enter energy-saving mode when the user clicks the energy-saving button.

[0075] The aforementioned remote control and / or mobile terminal are used to send a command to the air conditioner to prevent it from entering the energy-saving mode when the user presses and holds the energy-saving button for three seconds or operates other buttons, so as to ignore the energy-saving reminder issued by the air conditioner.

[0076] This embodiment also provides a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program. When executed by a processor, this computer program implements the various processes of the control method embodiment for the air conditioner described above, and achieves the same technical effect. To avoid repetition, it will not be described again here. The computer-readable storage medium may be a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), a magnetic disk, or an optical disk, etc.

[0077] Of course, those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the processes in the above embodiments can be implemented by computer-controlled devices. The program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. When the program is executed, it can include the processes of the above method embodiments. The storage medium can be a memory, a disk, an optical disk, etc.

[0078] While the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention; therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.

[0079] Finally, it should be noted that in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0080] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on its differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. Regarding the control device and air conditioner disclosed in the embodiments, since they correspond to the control method of the air conditioner disclosed in the embodiments, the description is relatively simple; relevant parts can be referred to the method section.

[0081] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

[0082] While the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention; therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A control method for an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: After the air conditioner is turned on, monitor the indoor ambient temperature; During the operation of the air conditioner, it is determined whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature. If the conditions are met, the air conditioner is controlled to issue an energy-saving reminder. When a command to enter energy-saving mode is received from a remote control or mobile terminal, the internal fan of the air conditioner is controlled to run at a reduced speed. The step of determining whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature includes: obtaining the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on, calculating the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature at the time of turn-on and the set temperature, and recording it as the first temperature difference; when the first temperature difference is greater than or equal to the first preset temperature, detecting the change in indoor ambient temperature within a fourth preset time period; when the change in temperature difference is greater than or equal to the third preset temperature, detecting the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature again, and recording it as the third temperature difference; when the third temperature difference is less than or equal to the fourth preset temperature within a fifth preset time period, determining that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

2. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: When a command to prohibit entering energy-saving mode is received from a remote control or mobile terminal, the air conditioner is controlled to maintain its current operation and the energy-saving reminder is prohibited from being issued for a first preset time period.

3. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: If no control command is received after the energy-saving reminder has been issued for a second preset period of time, the indoor fan of the air conditioner will be controlled to reduce its speed.

4. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The step of controlling the indoor fan of the air conditioner to operate at a reduced speed includes: The current of the internal fan is controlled to be reduced to a first preset current; wherein the first preset current is related to the current operating current of the internal fan.

5. The control method as described in claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: When the temperature difference is less than the third preset temperature, it is detected whether the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature is continuously less than or equal to the fifth preset temperature within a sixth preset time period. If so, the current of the indoor fan is controlled to be reduced to the second preset current; wherein the second preset current is greater than the first preset current.

6. A control device for an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The monitoring module is used to monitor the indoor ambient temperature after the air conditioner is turned on; The judgment module is used to determine whether the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met based on the indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature during the operation of the air conditioner. If the conditions are met, the air conditioner is controlled to issue an energy-saving reminder. The control module is used to control the indoor fan of the air conditioner to reduce its speed when it receives a command to enter energy-saving mode from a remote control or mobile terminal. The judgment module is further configured to obtain the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on, calculate the absolute value of the difference between the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is turned on and the set temperature, and record it as the first temperature difference; when the first temperature difference is greater than or equal to the first preset temperature, detect the change in indoor ambient temperature within a fourth preset time period; when the change in temperature difference is greater than or equal to the third preset temperature, detect the absolute value of the difference between the current indoor ambient temperature and the set temperature again, and record it as the third temperature difference. When the third temperature difference is less than or equal to the fourth preset temperature within the fifth preset time period, it is determined that the conditions for entering the energy-saving mode are met.

7. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The method includes a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program, which is read and executed by the processor to implement the method as described in any one of claims 1-5.

8. A control terminal, characterized in that, include: A remote control and / or a mobile terminal, wherein the remote control and / or the mobile terminal are used to implement the method as described in any one of claims 1-5, wherein the remote control and / or the mobile terminal are provided with an energy-saving button; the remote control and / or the mobile terminal are used to send an instruction to enter the energy-saving mode to the air conditioner after the air conditioner issues an energy-saving reminder and the energy-saving button is triggered.

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