Centralized controller of air conditioner and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electric appliances, and provides a centralized controller of an air conditioner and the air conditioner. The centralized controller of the air conditioner comprises a centralized controller body, the centralized controller body comprises an operation module, a sensing module and an indication module, the operation module, the sensing module and the indication module are sequentially arranged in a stacked mode, and the indication module is provided with an indication lamp; the indicating lamp displays a first state according to the action executed by a user on the operation module and sensed by the sensing module; and the indicating lamp displays the second state according to the different working states of the air conditioner. According to the centralized controller of the air conditioner and the air conditioner, the touch button and the LED indicator lamp are integrated on the operation panel, integration of fault reminding and operation control is achieved, a user interface is simplified, and the number of external assemblies is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electrical appliances, in particular to a centralized controller for air conditioners and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] In the field of air conditioner centralized controllers, operation panels with multiple physical buttons and independent LED indicators are generally used to control and display different states of the air conditioner system. However, this design has some limitations. For example, the user interface is not intuitive enough, making it difficult to quickly identify problems when multiple faults or states occur simultaneously; the physical buttons may occupy a large amount of space, affecting the overall aesthetics and compactness of the device; moreover, over time, the physical components may require more maintenance, increasing the usage cost. In addition, traditional centralized controllers may not effectively combine touch control and intuitive status indication to provide a more modern and user-friendly operation experience. Summary of the Utility Model

[0003] The utility model provides a centralized controller for an air conditioner and an air conditioner to solve the defects existing in the prior art and achieve the following technical effects: by integrating an operation module, a sensing module, and an LED indicator on the operation panel, the application realizes the integration of fault reminder and operation control, simplifies the user interface, and reduces the number of external components.

[0004] The centralized controller for an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the utility model includes:

[0005] A centralized controller main body, the centralized controller main body includes an operation module, a sensing module, and an indication module. The operation module, the sensing module, and the indication module are stacked in sequence. The indication module is provided with an indicator light, and the indicator light displays a first state according to the action that the sensing module senses the user performs on the operation module; and, the indicator light displays a second state according to different working states of the air conditioner.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the utility model, the first state is used to indicate the screen-on state and the screen-off state of the indication module; the second state includes indicating the fault states of the air conditioner and the centralized controller.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the utility model, the indication module includes indicator lights of three different colors, namely a first indicator light showing a first color, a second indicator light showing a second color, and a third indicator light showing a third color.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the utility model, when the indication module is on the screen, the display state of the first indicator light is constantly on; when both the air conditioner and the centralized controller are normal but the indication module is off the screen, the display state of the first indicator light is flashing.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, when a failure occurs in the centralized controller or the power supply is abnormal, the display state of the second indicator light is flashing.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, when a recoverable failure occurs in the air conditioner, the display state of the third indicator light is flashing; when an irrecoverable failure occurs in the air conditioner, the display state of the third indicator light is constantly on.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, when the air conditioner and the centralized controller are not powered on, the display states of the first indicator light, the second indicator light, and the third indicator light are all off.

[0012] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, transparent areas are provided on both the operation module and the sensing module, and the positions of the transparent areas correspond to the positions of the indicator lights.

[0013] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, the indicating module further includes a mounting base, and the indicator light is mounted on the mounting base. The air conditioner according to the second aspect embodiment of the present utility model includes: an air conditioner main body and a centralized controller of the air conditioner as described in the first aspect embodiment of the present utility model.

[0014] The air conditioner centralized controller and the air conditioner proposed by the present utility model have at least the following advantages.

[0015] (1) Integrated design: By integrating the operation module, the sensing module, and the LED indicator lights on the operation panel, the present application realizes the integration of fault reminder and operation control, simplifies the user interface, and reduces the number of external components.

[0016] (2) Intuitive fault diagnosis: Using LED lights of different colors to represent different working states and fault types, users can quickly identify the current state of the air conditioner without complex operations or referring to the manual.

[0017] (3) High space utilization rate: The compact structure design makes the centralized controller occupy less space, which is convenient for installation and maintenance, and also meets the high requirements for space utilization in modern home and commercial environments.

[0018] (4) Energy-saving characteristics: By using the color and flashing mode of the LED lights to indicate different working states, clear information feedback can be provided without increasing energy consumption.

[0019] (5) Easy to maintain: The integrated design simplifies the maintenance process, and when components need to be replaced or repairs are required, it is more convenient to access and process.

[0020] (6) Aesthetics and flexibility: The integrated appearance design and the color change of the LED indicator not only provide functionality but also enhance the aesthetics of the product, blending well with modern interior decoration styles. Moreover, the above design allows for adjusting the color and display mode of the LED lights according to different needs and preferences, providing a certain degree of customization options. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present invention or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are some embodiments of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the centralized controller of the air conditioner provided by the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 It is a cross-sectional view of the operation button provided by the present invention. Brief Description of the Drawings:

[0025] 1. Centralized controller main body; 2. Indication module; 31. Operation module; 32. Induction module; 41. First indicator light; 42. Second indicator light; 43. Third indicator light; 44. Installation base. Detailed Embodiment

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention clearer, the following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the present invention with reference to the drawings in the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are some but not all of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments in the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationships indicated by the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc. are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and thus should not be construed as a limitation to the embodiments of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of the embodiments of the present utility model, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, the terms "connected" and "coupled" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0029] In the embodiments of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, the first feature being "on" or "under" the second feature can be that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are indirectly in contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, the first feature being "above", "over" and "on top of" the second feature can be that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or merely indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. The first feature being "under", "beneath" and "underneath" the second feature can be that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or merely indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0030] The following describes a centralized controller for an air conditioner and the air conditioner according to the present utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0031] As Figure 1 and 2 shown, the centralized controller for an air conditioner according to the first aspect embodiment of the present utility model includes a centralized controller main body 1.

[0032] The centralized controller main body includes an operation module, a sensing module, and an indication module. The operation module 31, the sensing module 32, and the indication module are stacked in sequence. The indication module is provided with an indicator light, and the indicator light displays a first state according to the action that the sensing module 32 senses the user performing on the operation module 31; and, the indicator light displays a second state according to different working states of the air conditioner.

[0033] For the above-mentioned centralized controller of the air conditioner, the centralized controller main body 1 refers to the physical shell or framework of the air conditioner centralized control system, which includes all necessary components and interfaces. The operation module 31 is a part of the centralized controller main body 1, through which the user interacts with the centralized controller.

[0034] The specific working principle of the centralized controller of the air conditioner according to the embodiments of the present utility model is as follows: When the user touches or presses the operation module 31, the sensing module 32 will detect this operation and transmit a signal to the control system of the centralized controller. The control system adjusts the working state of the air conditioner according to the user input, such as turning on, turning off, adjusting the temperature, etc. At the same time, the control system will control the corresponding color indicator light to light up according to the current working state of the air conditioner to provide intuitive feedback to the user.

[0035] Furthermore, the central controller of the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the present utility model has the following specific working process: The user starts the central controller through the operation module 31, and the indication module 2 lights up to display the initial state information. According to the working state of the air conditioner, the corresponding indicator lights turn on. For example: The green indicator light may indicate that the air conditioner is running normally; the yellow indicator light may indicate that the air conditioner is in the energy-saving mode or has a minor fault; the red indicator light may indicate that the air conditioner has a serious fault or needs maintenance.

[0036] The user performs operations such as temperature adjustment and mode switching through the operation module 31, and the central controller responds and adjusts the working state of the air conditioner. As the user's operations or the state of the air conditioner change, the states of the indication module 2 and the indicator lights are also updated accordingly to reflect the current state of the air conditioner. Finally, the user can turn off the central controller through the operation module 31. At this time, the indication module 2 and all the indicator lights go out, and the air conditioner stops working.

[0037] Through this design, the central controller not only provides an intuitive operation interface, but also provides clear feedback on the working state of the air conditioner for the user through indicator lights of different colors, enhancing the user experience and simplifying the fault diagnosis process.

[0038] In summary, the central controller of the air conditioner proposed by the present utility model has at least the following advantages.

[0039] (1) Integrated design: By integrating the operation module and the LED indicator lights on the operation panel, the present application realizes the integration of fault reminder and operation control, simplifies the user interface, and reduces the number of external components.

[0040] (2) Intuitive fault diagnosis: Using LED lights of different colors to represent different working states and fault types, the user can quickly identify the current state of the air conditioner without complex operations or referring to the manual.

[0041] (3) High space utilization rate: The compact structure design makes the central controller occupy less space, facilitating installation and maintenance, and also meeting the high requirements for space utilization in modern home and commercial environments.

[0042] (4) Energy-saving characteristics: By using the color and blinking mode of the LED lights to indicate different working states, clear information feedback can be provided without increasing energy consumption.

[0043] (5) Easy to maintain: The integrated design simplifies the maintenance process. When parts need to be replaced or repairs are required, it is more convenient to access and handle.

[0044] (6) Aesthetic and flexibility: The integrated appearance design and the color change of the LED indicator not only provide functionality but also enhance the aesthetics of the product, integrating with modern interior decoration styles. Moreover, the above design allows the adjustment of the color and display mode of the LED lights according to different needs and preferences, providing a certain degree of customization options.

[0045] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, the first state is used to indicate the lit screen state and the screen-off state of the indication module 2; the second state includes indicating the fault states of the air conditioner and the centralized controller.

[0046] As Figure 2 shown, according to some embodiments of the present utility model, the centralized controller main body 1 includes an operation module 31, a sensing module 32 and an indication module; the indication module includes an indicator light and a mounting base 44 for mounting the indicator light.

[0047] In the centralized controller main body 1, the operation module 31, the sensing module 32 and the indication module are stacked in sequence from the outside to the inside.

[0048] In this embodiment, the operation module 31 is the outermost structure of the centralized controller main body 1, usually designed as the surface in contact with the user's finger, providing protection and aesthetic functions. The sensing module 32 is located below the operation module 31, used to detect the user's touch action, convert the touch signal into an electrical signal, and send it to the control system.

[0049] The indication module includes an indicator light and a mounting base 44, used to display the working state or fault information of the air conditioner. The indicator light is the core part of the indication module, conveying different state information through different colors and flashing modes. The mounting base 44 is used to fix the indicator light to ensure its stable installation within the centralized controller main body 1. The stacked arrangement means that the operation module 31, the sensing module 32 and the indication module are stacked together in sequence from the outside to the inside to form the overall structure of the centralized controller main body 1.

[0050] Specifically, when the user touches the operation module 31 of the centralized controller main body 1, the sensing module 32 detects the touch action and generates a signal. After receiving the signal, the control system adjusts the working state of the air conditioner according to the user's input instruction. The control system simultaneously controls the indicator light to turn on, and displays the current state or fault information of the air conditioner through lights of different colors and modes.

[0051] In this way, the stacked design effectively utilizes the internal space of the centralized controller main body 1, reducing the overall size of the centralized controller. At the same time, the direct connection between the sensing module 32 and the control system ensures a quick response to the user's touch operation.

[0052] Moreover, the indicator lights of different colors and modes provide intuitive status feedback, facilitating users to quickly identify the working status of the air conditioner. In addition, the operation module 31 provides physical protection for the sensing module 32 and the indicator module, increasing the durability of the main body 1 of the centralized controller.

[0053] Through this design, the utility model not only improves the operation convenience and user experience of the air conditioner centralized controller, but also enhances the practicability and aesthetics of the product through a compact structural design and intuitive status indication.

[0054] As Figure 2 shown, according to some embodiments of the utility model, the indicator module includes indicator lights of three different colors, namely a first indicator light 41 showing a first color, a second indicator light 42 showing a second color, and a third indicator light 43 showing a third color.

[0055] In this embodiment, the indicator module is a component inside the main body 1 of the centralized controller, used to display the status or fault information of the air conditioner to the user through lights of different colors. For example, the first indicator light 41 of the first color may be a green LED light, usually used to indicate the normal working state or power-on. For example, the second indicator light 42 of the second color may be a yellow LED light, possibly used to indicate a warning state, such as the need for maintenance or the existence of minor faults. For example, the third indicator light 43 of the third color may be a red LED light, usually used to indicate an emergency state or serious faults.

[0056] The following introduces several specific indicator light display states.

[0057] (1) Normal working state: The first indicator light 41 (green) is on, indicating that the air conditioner is working normally and all systems are operating normally.

[0058] (2) Maintenance or minor fault: The second indicator light 42 (yellow) flashes, prompting the user that the air conditioner may need maintenance inspection or there are minor problems that do not affect the current operation.

[0059] (3) Serious fault: The third indicator light 43 (red) is on, warning the user that there are serious problems with the air conditioner and immediate shutdown and contact with the maintenance service are required.

[0060] (4) Energy-saving mode: The second indicator light 42 (yellow) may indicate that the air conditioner is in the energy-saving mode and is operating with lower energy consumption in a specific flashing mode.

[0061] (5) Standby state: All indicator lights are off, indicating that the air conditioner is in the standby state, has not received any operation instructions, or the power has been turned off.

[0062] (6) Custom mode: Users can customize the meanings of different - colored indicator lights according to their personal preferences or specific needs through the setting function of the centralized controller.

[0063] (7) Fault diagnosis: In the fault - diagnosis mode, different combinations of indicator lights may represent different fault codes, helping maintenance personnel quickly locate problems.

[0064] In this way, through the above - mentioned design, the centralized controller can provide richer and more intuitive status feedback, helping users better understand the operating conditions of the air conditioner and take appropriate measures when necessary.

[0065] In some specific embodiments of the present utility model, when the indicating module 2 is lit, the display state of the first indicator light 41 is constantly on; when both the air conditioner and the centralized controller are normal but the indicating module 2 is turned off, the display state of the first indicator light 41 is flashing.

[0066] For example, when the indicating module 2 is lit, the green light is constantly on; when both the air conditioner and the centralized controller are normal but the indicating module 2 is turned off, the green light is flashing.

[0067] In some other embodiments of the present utility model, when the centralized controller fails or the power supply is abnormal, the display state of the second indicator light 42 is flashing.

[0068] For example, when the centralized controller fails or the power supply is abnormal, the red light is flashing.

[0069] In still some other embodiments of the present utility model, when the air conditioner has a recoverable fault, the display state of the third indicator light 43 is flashing; when the air conditioner has an irrecoverable fault, the display state of the third indicator light 43 is constantly on.

[0070] For example, when the air conditioner has a recoverable fault, the yellow light is flashing; when the air conditioner has an irrecoverable fault, the yellow light is constantly on.

[0071] In some other specific embodiments of the present utility model, when the air conditioner and the centralized controller are not powered on, the display states of the first indicator light 41, the second indicator light 42, and the third indicator light 43 are all off.

[0072] For example, when the air conditioner and the centralized controller are not powered on, the display states of the red light, the green light, and the yellow light are all off.

[0073] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, transparent areas are provided on both the operation module 31 and the sensing module 32, and the positions of the transparent areas correspond to the positions of the indicator lights.

[0074] In this embodiment, the transparent area is a specially designed area on the operation module 31 and the sensing module 32 that allows light to pass through. The transparent area corresponding to the position of the indicator light means that the transparent area is designed on the operation module 31 and the sensing module 32, exactly covering the position of the indicator light, so that when the indicator light is on, the light can pass through these transparent areas and be visible from the outside.

[0075] Among them, the transparent area may adopt transparent or translucent materials, such as polycarbonate plastic or specially treated glass, to ensure that light can pass through.

[0076] When the indicator light is on, the user can see lights of different colors through the transparent area of the operation module 31, so as to intuitively understand the state of the air conditioner. At the same time, when the user touches the operation module 31, the user can directly see the feedback of the indicator light, enhancing the interaction experience.

[0077] In addition, the design of the transparent area allows information to be conveyed through the color and state of the indicator light in the screen-off state, reducing the dependence on the indication module 2, thereby saving energy. If maintenance or replacement of the indicator light is required, the design of the transparent area should facilitate access to the indicator light without completely disassembling some parts.

[0078] It can be understood that the design of the transparent area can be coordinated with the appearance design of the operation module 31, providing an aesthetic appearance and a concealed indication function. At the same time, the transparent area can adjust the transparency or color according to the change of ambient light to ensure that the indicator light is clearly visible under different lighting conditions.

[0079] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a touch sensing element is configured in the sensing module 32. The touch sensing element is used to respond to the user's touch operation to control the screen-off state and the screen-on state of the indication module 2, realizing the switching between the two working modes.

[0080] Among them, the touch sensing element may adopt a capacitive sensor. When the user's finger approaches or touches the operation module 31, the sensor detects the change in capacitance and triggers the screen-on or screen-off.

[0081] Furthermore, the sensing module 32 may include a tactile feedback mechanism, such as vibration feedback, to confirm to the user that the touch operation has been recognized. If the user does not perform a touch operation for a period of time, the sensing module 32 can control the indication module 2 to automatically switch to the screen-off state to save energy.

[0082] At the same time, the touch sensing element may have an intelligent recognition function to distinguish accidental touches from the user's intentional operations, avoiding accidental triggering of the screen-off or screen-on. The sensing module 32 may include multiple touch sensing elements, covering different areas of the centralized controller main body 1, to achieve more refined control and interaction.

[0083] In addition, the user can customize the sensitivity and response time of the touch sensing element through the setting function of the centralized controller to adapt to different usage habits. Moreover, the sensing module 32 may be combined with an ambient light sensor to automatically adjust the brightness of the indication module 2 according to the brightness of the surrounding environment, and at the same time control the timing of turning off and turning on the screen.

[0084] As Figure 1 and 2 shown, the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the second aspect of the present invention includes an air conditioner main body and a centralized controller of the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the first aspect of the present invention.

[0085] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to terms such as "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and combine the different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0086] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements for some of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A centralized controller for an air conditioner, characterized in that: include: The main body of the centralized controller comprises an operation module, a sensing module and an indication module; the operation module, the sensing module and the indication module are stacked in sequence, the indication module is provided with an indicator light, the indicator light displays a first state according to the action performed by the user on the operation module sensed by the sensing module; and the indicator light displays a second state according to the different working states of the air conditioner.

2. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first state is used to indicate the screen-on state and the screen-off state of the indication module; the second state includes indicating the fault state of the air conditioner and the central controller.

3. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that: The indication module comprises three indicator lights of different colors, which are respectively a first indicator light displaying a first color, a second indicator light displaying a second color, and a third indicator light displaying a third color.

4. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the indicator module is on, the first indicator light is always on; when the air conditioner and the central controller are normal but the indicator module is off, the first indicator light is flashing.

5. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the centralized controller fails or the power supply is abnormal, the display state of the second indicator light is flashing.

6. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that: When a recoverable fault occurs in the air conditioner, the display state of the third indicator light is flashing; when an unrecoverable fault occurs in the air conditioner, the display state of the third indicator light is always on.

7. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the air conditioner and the central controller are not powered on, the display states of the first indicator light, the second indicator light and the third indicator light are all off.

8. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 2 to 7, characterized in that: The operating module and the sensing module are both provided with transparent areas, and the positions of the transparent areas correspond to the positions of the indicator lights.

9. The centralized controller of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 2 to 7, characterized in that: The indication module further includes a mounting base, and the indicator light is mounted on the mounting base.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An air conditioner main body and an air conditioner central controller as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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