Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of air conditioners, it is related to air conditioning technical field.Air conditioner includes: panel, display device and knob device, display device includes display part, display part shows through panel, knob device includes rotatable knob, knob can at least part be located outside panel.In the technical scheme, by setting display device and knob device, instruction input is carried out using knob, not only stronger interesting, but also can omit or reduce integrated instruction receiving part on display device, so that the constitution of display device can be simplified, so that display device has greater area for display, and, because being provided with display device, integrated display content part on knob can be omitted or reduced, so that the constitution of knob can be simplified, reduce cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners in related technologies typically have a display screen on the panel. The display screen can show the working status of the air conditioner and can also have buttons. The air conditioner can be controlled by touching the buttons on the display screen. Because the display screen integrates buttons, the display area is sacrificed, which is not conducive to observation. Moreover, in order to reduce the area occupied by the buttons, the button area is also small, which is not convenient for users to touch and operate. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, the present invention provides an air conditioner that is both easy to display and easy to operate.

[0004] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a panel, a display device, and a knob device. The display device includes a display portion that is displayed through the panel. The knob device includes a rotatable knob that is at least partially located outside the panel.

[0005] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner, by setting up a display device and a knob device, uses the knob to input commands, which not only enhances the fun, but also eliminates or reduces the need to integrate a command receiving part on the display device, thereby simplifying the structure of the display device and allowing the display device to have a larger area for display. Furthermore, since a display device is provided, the part of integrating the display content on the knob can be eliminated or reduced, thereby simplifying the structure of the knob and reducing costs.

[0006] In some embodiments, the outer end wall of the knob has a functional area for display and / or touch; the diameter of the knob is 30mm-60mm.

[0007] In some embodiments, the display portion is a display screen, wherein the longitudinal dimension of the display area along the length direction of the panel is greater than the diameter of the knob, and the lateral dimension of the display area along the width direction of the panel is greater than the diameter of the knob.

[0008] In some embodiments, the display device and the knob device are spaced apart along the length of the air conditioner, and the display portion is a display screen; wherein, the longitudinal dimension of the display area along the length of the panel is 60mm-70mm, or 1.1-1.7 times the diameter of the knob; and / or, the lateral dimension of the display area along the width of the panel is 75mm-85mm, or 1.1-1.7 times the diameter of the knob, or 0.2-0.25 times the width of the air conditioner.

[0009] In some embodiments, the display portion is a display screen, and the display device includes an illumination portion disposed around the display screen; wherein the illumination portion is an ambient light.

[0010] In some embodiments, the display portion is a display screen, and the display device includes an illumination portion disposed around the display screen, the illumination portion being annular; wherein the inner diameter of the illumination portion is 165mm-175mm, or 1.3-1.8 times the diameter of the smallest circumscribed circle of the display screen; and / or, the outer diameter of the illumination portion is 1.1-1.2 times the inner diameter of the illumination portion, or 0.4-0.6 times the width of the air conditioner.

[0011] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air conditioner is vertical, the panel is located on the front side of the air conditioner, the display portion is located above the height center line of the air conditioner, and the knob is lower than the display portion.

[0012] In some embodiments, the distance between the knob and the bottom surface of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 900mm-1400mm; and / or; the display portion is a display screen, and the distance between the display area of ​​the display screen and the bottom surface of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 1400mm-1700mm, or the distance between the display area of ​​the display screen and the knob in the vertical direction is 150mm-400mm.

[0013] In some embodiments, the display portion is a display screen, and the display device includes an illumination portion disposed around the display screen; wherein the distance between the illumination portion and the bottom surface of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 1350mm-1650mm; or, the distance between the illumination portion and the knob in the vertical direction is 150mm-350mm.

[0014] In some embodiments, the display portion is a display screen; wherein the ratio of the lateral dimension of the display area along the width direction of the panel to the width of the panel is 0.25-0.4; and / or, the display device includes a mounting cavity disposed around the display screen, the mounting cavity being annular and used for mounting an illumination portion, the ratio of the outer diameter of the mounting cavity to the width of the panel being 0.65-0.85.

[0015] In some embodiments, the length direction of the panel is consistent with the length direction of the air conditioner, and the width direction of the panel is consistent with the width direction of the air conditioner; wherein the ratio of the length of the panel to the length of the air conditioner is 0.5-0.8; and / or, the ratio of the width of the panel to the width of the air conditioner is 0.65-0.75.

[0016] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes a panel assembly, the panel assembly including a panel and a panel support, the panel support being supported on the inner side of the panel, the panel and the panel support having the same length direction and forming the length direction of the panel assembly, and the panel and the panel support having the same width direction and forming the width direction of the panel assembly.

[0017] In some embodiments, the panel assembly is disposed on the front side of the air conditioner, the panel assembly and the air conditioner are aligned in both width and length, the width of the panel bracket constitutes the width of the panel assembly, the ratio of the width of the panel to the width of the panel assembly is 0.85-0.95, and the ratio of the width of the panel assembly to the width of the air conditioner is 0.65-0.75.

[0018] In some embodiments, the panel support has flanges extending along the length direction on both sides in the width direction, and the panel support forms a groove between the flanges on both sides, with the panel disposed in the groove and located between the flanges on both sides.

[0019] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes support bars, the panel is mounted on the panel bracket, the support bars extend along the length direction of the panel and are disposed on the panel bracket, there are two support bars and they are spaced apart along the width direction of the panel, the display device and the knob device are both located between the two support bars; and / or, the panel bracket forms a clearance structure at the position corresponding to the display device and the position corresponding to the knob device.

[0020] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes a panel assembly disposed on the front side of the air conditioner, the panel assembly includes the panel, the air conditioner provides air outlets on the left and right sides of the panel assembly, and the air conditioner provides an air guide plate at each air outlet, the length direction of the air guide plate extending in the vertical direction.

[0021] In some embodiments, a plurality of ventilation holes are formed on the air guide plate; and / or, when the air guide plate closes the air outlet, the width of the portion of the air guide plate exposed from the front side of the air conditioner in the left-right direction is 30mm-50mm, or the ratio to the width of the air conditioner is 0.08-0.15, or the ratio to the width of the panel assembly is 0.1-0.15, or the ratio to the width of the air outlet is 0.35-0.5.

[0022] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes a front frame and side panels. The front frame includes a front support portion and side support portions located on the left and right sides of the front support portion. The air outlet is located on the left and right sides of the front support portion and is formed between the front support portion and the side support portions. The panel assembly covers the front support portion, and the side panels cover the side support portions.

[0023] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes a button device, and the panel has a button area corresponding to the button device.

[0024] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air conditioner is vertical, the panel is located at the front of the air conditioner, the knob is lower than the display portion, and the button device is lower than the knob; wherein, the diameter of the smallest circumscribed circle of the button area is smaller than the diameter of the knob; and / or, the distance between the knob and the button area is greater than the diameter of the knob and less than or equal to twice the diameter of the knob.

[0025] In some embodiments, the knob is fixed in position relative to the panel; or the knob is movable up and down relative to the panel in the inward and outward directions of the panel; or the knob can be detached from the outside of the panel.

[0026] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An exploded view of the components of the air conditioner shown;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a knob according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a knob according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a knob according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a front view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 The diagram shown is of the air conditioner after the panel has been removed.

[0034] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of a display device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the display screen shown;

[0036] Figure 10 yes Figure 8 The assembly diagram of the display device shown is shown.

[0037] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of a portion of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 12 yes Figure 11 Enlarged view of point A shown;

[0039] Figure 13 This is a top view of a portion of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 Enlarged view of point B shown;

[0041] Figure 15 This is an exploded view of a portion of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 Assembly diagram of the components shown;

[0043] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the partial components of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 18 yes Figure 17 Exploded view of the component shown.

[0045] Figure label:

[0046] Air conditioner 100; Height centerline X;

[0047] Panel assembly 10; Panel 11; Button area 111; Perforation 112;

[0048] Panel support 12; clearance structure 121; flange 122; countersunk groove 123;

[0049] Support bar 13; front frame 14; air outlet 141; front support 142; side support 143;

[0050] Display device 2; display section 21; display screen 211;

[0051] Lighting section 22; Ambient light 221;

[0052] Mounting base 23; mounting cavity 231; mounting groove 232;

[0053] Lampshade 24; Screen cover 25;

[0054] Knob device 3; Knob 31; Outer peripheral wall 31a; Outer end wall 31b; Functional area 31c;

[0055] Knob ring 311; Knob end cap 312; Knob seat 32;

[0056] 4. Air guide plate; 5. Side plate; 6. Button device. Detailed Implementation

[0057] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0058] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0059] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, an air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0060] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the air conditioner 100 includes: a panel 11, a display device 2, and a knob device 3. The display device 2 includes a display portion 21, which is displayed through the panel 11. The knob device 3 includes a rotatable knob 31, which can be at least partially located outside the panel 11.

[0061] For example, the display section 21 refers to the display device that presents information, content, or status. The display device may include an LED digital tube (LED is an abbreviation for Light-Emitting Diode), which is mostly used to display digital information such as temperature and time; it may also include a display screen 211, which may be a dot matrix screen, an LCD screen (LCD is an abbreviation for Liquid Crystal Display), or an OLED screen (OLED is an abbreviation for Organic Light-Emitting Diode), etc., which can display richer graphics and text (such as mode icons and fault codes), and some may also support color display. The display section 21 can be used to display the core operating parameters of the air conditioner 100, including the set temperature, the actual indoor temperature, and the fan speed (such as automatic, low speed, high speed). For example, it can display the current operating mode of the air conditioner 100, such as cooling, heating, ventilation, dehumidification, etc. For example, it can display the status of auxiliary functions, such as whether the timer switch, sleep mode, energy-saving mode, cleaning function, etc. are turned on, so that the user can keep track of the current working status of the air conditioner 100 and the user's command settings in real time.

[0062] The phrase "display portion 21 through panel 11" means that the display portion 21 displays information from panel 11. For example, panel 11 may have an opening at the location corresponding to display portion 21, and display portion 21 (such as an LCD screen or OLED screen) may fill the opening and display information. Alternatively, display portion 21 may be located inside panel 11, and the area between panel 11 and display portion 21 may be constructed as a light-transmitting solid area. That is, panel 11 may have a light-transmitting and enclosed solid area at the location corresponding to display portion 21. This solid area may block the outside of display portion 21 (such as an LED digital tube or dot matrix screen), but the display content of display portion 21 can be displayed through the solid area, thereby improving sealing and protecting display portion 21.

[0063] The rotatable nature of knob 31 refers to the fact that it includes a rotatable part, such as the outer casing or the outer circumference of knob 31. The ability of knob 31 to be located outside panel 11 means that knob 31 can always or sometimes be located outside panel 11 for the user to rotate, allowing the user to adjust the air conditioner 100. The adjustments are not limited; for example, the user can rotate knob 31 to select functions of the air conditioner 100 (such as cooling, heating, dehumidification, fresh air, etc.), set numerical values ​​(temperature, fan speed, air direction, etc.), turn the air conditioner 100 on / off, or link it with other functions of the air conditioner 100 (such as display, voice, lighting, etc.), or link it with network-connected home appliances throughout the house. Therefore, by setting knob 31, the input of commands for the air conditioner 100 becomes convenient and more engaging.

[0064] The specific manner in which the knob 31 is at least partially located outside the panel 11 is not limited.

[0065] For example, the position of the knob 31 relative to the panel 11 is fixed. At this time, the knob 31 can only rotate relative to the panel 11. At this time, at least a part of the knob 31 is always exposed outside the panel 11 for the user to rotate.

[0066] For example, the knob 31 can move up and down relative to the panel 11 in the inward and outward directions of the panel 11. At this time, the knob 31 can extend, retract and rotate relative to the panel 11. The panel 11 has a through hole 112. When the knob 31 is not needed, the knob 31 can be retracted into the inside of the panel 11 through the through hole 112. When the knob 31 is needed, at least a part of the knob 31 extends out to the outside of the panel 11 through the through hole 112 for the user to rotate.

[0067] For example, the knob 31 can be detached from the outside of the panel 11. The knob 31 is detachable from the panel 11. When the knob 31 is needed, it can be installed on the panel 11 with at least a part of the knob 31 exposed on the outside of the panel 11 for the user to rotate. When the knob 31 is not needed, it can be removed from the panel 11.

[0068] For example, the knob device 3 may include a knob 31 and a knob base 32. When the position of the knob 31 relative to the panel 11 is fixed, the knob base 32 may be located inside the panel 11 and installed on the panel 11, or the panel bracket 12, or the face frame 14, etc. The knob 31 is rotatably installed on the knob base 32.

[0069] For example, the knob device 3 may include a knob 31 and a knob base 32. When the knob 31 can move up and down relative to the panel 11 in the direction of the inside and outside of the panel 11, the knob base 32 may be located inside the panel 11 and installed on the panel 11, or the panel bracket 12, or the face frame 14, etc. The knob 31 may be telescopically and rotatably installed on the knob base 32 relative to the knob base 32.

[0070] For example, when the knob 31 can be detached from the outside of the panel 11, the knob 31 can be installed on the panel 11 or the knob base 32 by means of magnetic attraction or snap-fit, which facilitates quick installation and removal of the knob 31.

[0071] Therefore, the air conditioner 100 according to this utility model embodiment, by setting up a display device 2 and a knob device 3, and using the knob 31 for command input, not only is it more interesting, but it can also eliminate or reduce the need to integrate the command receiving part on the display device 2, thereby simplifying the structure of the display device 2, allowing the display device 2 to have a larger area for display, and since there is a display device 2, the need to integrate the display content part on the knob 31 can be eliminated or reduced, thereby simplifying the structure of the knob 31 and reducing costs.

[0072] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the diameter D1 of the knob 31 can be 30mm-60mm, such as 30mm, 35mm, 40mm, 45mm, 50mm, 55mm, 60mm, etc. It is understood that at least the outer peripheral wall 31a of the knob 31 is rotatable. By setting the diameter of the knob 31 as described above, the diameter of the knob 31 is relatively large, providing a better tactile feel when rotating the outer peripheral wall 31a. Furthermore, the knob 31 has a large rotation angle range, allowing for more adjustment options, improving command input accuracy, and preventing accidental over-rotation and missing the current option, thus facilitating accurate and quick adjustment by the user. For example, the diameter D1 of the knob 31 is 50mm, thus providing a better tactile feel.

[0073] In the embodiments of this application, the shape of the outer peripheral wall 31a of the knob 31 is not limited. It can be a cylindrical surface or a non-cylindrical surface. If it is a non-cylindrical surface, the diameter of the smallest circumscribed cylindrical surface of the outer peripheral wall 31a of the knob 31 is the diameter D1 of the knob 31.

[0074] In the embodiments of this application, the type of knob 31 is not limited. For example, it can be a common knob 31 with only rotation adjustment function, or it can be a multi-functional knob 31 with a screen (for display only, or a combination of display and control) or buttons (touch-sensitive buttons or mechanical buttons). Exemplarily, in conjunction with... Figure 5 and Figure 6The outer end wall 31b of the knob 31 has a functional area 31c, which is used for display and / or touch, so that the knob 31 not only has a rotation adjustment function, but also a display and / or touch function, making the knob 31 more powerful.

[0075] For example, function area 31c is a screen area. In this case, knob 31 includes a screen, and the screen area corresponds to the screen. The display or control is achieved through the screen.

[0076] For example, function area 31c is button area 111. In this case, knob 31 includes buttons (touch buttons or mechanical buttons), button area 111 corresponds to the buttons, and the user inputs commands through button area 111.

[0077] The outer end wall 31b of the knob 31 refers to the side of the knob 31 away from the interior of the air conditioner 100, that is, the side of the outer peripheral surface of the knob 31 away from the interior of the air conditioner 100, that is, the side of the knob 31 facing the user.

[0078] For example, combined Figures 4-6 The knob 31 may include a knob ring 311 and a knob end cap 312. The knob ring 311 defines the outer peripheral wall 31a of the knob 31, and the knob end cap 312 is located at one axial end of the knob ring 311, forming the user-facing end face of the knob 31. The knob ring 311 and the knob end cap 312 can be separate structures, with the knob ring 311 rotatable relative to the knob end cap 312. In this case, a screen area or button area 111 can be integrated on the knob end cap 312. Alternatively, the knob ring 311 and the knob end cap 312 can be an integral structure, rotating together. This simplifies the structure of the knob 31 and improves its sealing performance.

[0079] For example, when the outer end wall 31b of the knob 31 has a functional area 31c, the diameter D1 of the knob 31 can be set to 40mm-60mm, so that the outer end face of the knob 31 has a larger area, thereby increasing the functional area 31c, improving the display effect of the knob 31, or facilitating the touch operation of the knob 31.

[0080] refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, the display portion 21 is a display screen 211. The configuration of the display screen 211 is not limited; for example, it can be a dot-matrix screen, an LCD screen, or an OLED screen. For example... Figure 8As shown, a dot matrix display includes multiple light-emitting units, such as multiple LEDs (i.e., small LED beads). These light-emitting units are arranged in an array, and different content can be displayed by changing the combination of different light-emitting units that are lit. Because dot matrix displays can change the display content by changing the combination of light-emitting units, they can occupy less space and display more content. For example, they can display digital display of cooling temperature, providing users with more comprehensive and richer information. Users can also change the information after control, realizing information interaction. In addition, dot matrix displays are less expensive than LCD or OLED screens.

[0081] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, the display portion 21 is a display screen 211 (the type of display screen 211 is not limited, such as, but not limited to, the aforementioned dot matrix screen, LCD screen, or OLED screen). The longitudinal dimension L1 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the length direction of the panel 11 is greater than the diameter D1 of the knob 31, and the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 is greater than the diameter D1 of the knob 31. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is beneficial for displaying more and clearer content and for easy observation by the user. The display area of ​​the display screen 211 refers to the area of ​​the display screen 211 that can be lit up. For example, when the display screen 211 is a dot matrix screen, all the LEDs on the dot matrix screen constitute the display area of ​​the display screen 211.

[0082] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the display device 2 and the knob device 3 can be along the length of the air conditioner 100 (e.g., Figure 2 The knobs are spaced at intervals in the vertical direction (as shown in the diagram). This allows for an increase in the size of the knob 31 and the area of ​​the display portion 21, facilitating the operation of the knob 31 and optimizing the display on the display portion 21. Furthermore, the installation and operation of the knob device 3 are less susceptible to interference from the display device 2, and the movement of the knob 31 does not easily obscure the display content on the display portion 21. For example, for a floor-standing air conditioner, the vertical direction is the length direction of the air conditioner 100; for a wall-mounted air conditioner, the horizontal direction is the length direction of the air conditioner 100.

[0083] Combination Figure 3 For example, when the display device 2 and the knob device 3 are spaced apart along the length of the air conditioner 100, the longitudinal dimension L1 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the length of the panel 11 can be 60mm-70mm, such as 60mm, 62mm, 64mm, 66mm, 68mm, 70mm, etc. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is beneficial for displaying more and clearer content and for easy observation by the user.

[0084] Combination Figure 3 For example, the longitudinal dimension L1 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the length of the panel 11 can be 1.1 to 1.7 times the diameter D1 of the knob 31, that is, the value of L1 / D1 is 1.1 to 1.7, such as 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, etc. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is conducive to setting more and clearer display content and making it easier for users to observe.

[0085] Combination Figure 3 For example, when the display device 2 and the knob device 3 are spaced apart along the length of the air conditioner 100, the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width of the panel 11 can be 75mm-85mm, such as 75mm, 76mm, 77mm, 78mm, 79mm, 80mm, 81mm, 82mm, 83mm, 84mm, 85mm, etc. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is conducive to setting more and clearer display content and making it easier for users to observe.

[0086] For example, the vertical dimension L1 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the length direction of the panel 11 can be 66mm, and the horizontal dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 can be 81mm. Thus, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is conducive to setting more and clearer display content and making it easier for users to observe.

[0087] Combination Figure 3 For example, the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 can be 1.1 to 1.7 times the diameter D1 of the knob 31, that is, the value of L2 / D1 is 1.1 to 1.7, such as 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, etc. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is conducive to setting more and clearer display content and making it easier for users to observe.

[0088] For example, the longitudinal dimension L1 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the length direction of the panel 11 can be 1.3 times the diameter D1 of the knob 31, and the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 can be 1.6 times the diameter D1 of the knob 31. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be relatively large, which is beneficial for displaying more and clearer content and for easy observation by the user.

[0089] Combination Figure 3For example, the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 can be 0.2 to 0.25 times the width U1 of the air conditioner 100, that is, the value of L2 / U1 is 0.2-0.25, such as 0.20, 0.21, 0.22, 0.23, 0.24, 0.25, etc. Therefore, the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can make full use of the width space of the air conditioner 100, and its relatively large size facilitates the display of more and clearer content, making it easier for users to observe.

[0090] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the display portion 21 is a display screen 211, and the display device 2 includes an illumination portion 22 disposed around the display screen 211. When the display device 2 includes both the display portion 21 and the illumination portion 22, the illumination portion 22, when lit, can be used to illuminate, decorate the space, or illuminate the display position, thereby illuminating the display content of the display screen 211 in low-light environments for easy viewing by the user.

[0091] The specific configuration of the lighting component 22 is not limited; for example, it may include a regular lamp or an ambient light 221. For instance, the lighting component 22 may be an ambient light 221, which can enhance the visual experience and emotional expression of a space through adjustments to color, brightness, and dynamic effects. Furthermore, the ambient light 221 can be associated with the display screen 211 to improve information sensitivity and facilitate user observation.

[0092] For example, the display part 21 is a dot matrix screen, and the lighting part 22 is a ring-shaped ambient light 221, which is arranged around the dot matrix screen. Thus, the display device 2 has a simple structure, low cost, and good display effect, and the dot matrix screen and the ambient light 221 can complement each other well.

[0093] For example, when the dot matrix screen displays the cooling mode, the ambient light 221 can display a blue light, and the light will turn on and off sequentially along the circumference of the ambient light 221 to form a circular blue light bar, showing the visual effect of cold air blowing; when the dot matrix screen displays information that requires user confirmation, the ambient light 221 can turn on and off in time to prompt the user that there is information to be confirmed.

[0094] For example, the lighting part 22 (the type of lighting part 22 is not limited, such as but not limited to the above-mentioned ordinary lamp or ambient light 221) is circular and arranged around the display screen 211. The inner diameter D3 of the lighting part 22 can be 165mm-175mm, such as 165mm, 168mm, 170mm, 172mm, 175mm, etc., thereby providing a larger lighting range and better lighting effect.

[0095] For example, the inner diameter D3 of the lighting section 22 can be 170 mm, thereby providing a larger lighting range and better lighting effect.

[0096] For example, the inner diameter D3 of the lighting part 22 can be 1.3 to 1.8 times the diameter D2 of the smallest circumscribed circle of the display screen 211, that is, the value of D3 / D2 is 1.3 to 1.8, such as 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, etc. Therefore, the lighting part 22 and the display screen 211 are less likely to interfere with each other during installation, and the two can assist each other well.

[0097] For example, the inner diameter D3 of the lighting part 22 can be 1.6 times the diameter D2 of the smallest circumscribed circle of the display screen 211. As a result, the lighting part 22 and the display screen 211 are less likely to interfere with each other during installation, and the two can complement each other well.

[0098] For example, the lighting part 22 (the type of lighting part 22 is not limited, such as but not limited to the above-mentioned ordinary lamp or ambient lamp 221) is annular and arranged around the display screen 211. The outer diameter D4 of the lighting part 22 can be 1.1 to 1.2 times the inner diameter D3 of the lighting part 22, that is, the value of D4 / D3 is 1.1 to 1.2, such as 1.1, 1.12, 1.14, 1.16, 1.18, 1.2, etc., thereby the lighting range is larger and the lighting effect is better.

[0099] For example, the outer diameter D4 of the lighting portion 22 can be 1.12 times the inner diameter D3 of the lighting portion 22, thereby providing a larger lighting range and better lighting effect.

[0100] For example, the outer diameter D4 of the lighting part 22 can be 0.4 to 0.6 times the width U1 of the air conditioner 100, that is, the value of D4 / U1 is 0.4 to 0.6, such as 0.4, 0.45, 0.5, 0.55, 0.6, etc. In this way, the space of the air conditioner 100 can be fully utilized to arrange a larger lighting device, resulting in a larger lighting range and better lighting effect.

[0101] For example, the outer diameter D4 of the lighting section 22 can be 0.5 times the width U1 of the air conditioner 100. This allows for more efficient use of the space in the air conditioner 100, enabling the arrangement of a larger lighting device with a wider lighting range and better lighting effect.

[0102] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 7In some embodiments, the length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical, the panel 11 is located on the front side of the air conditioner 100, the display part 21 is located above the height center line X of the air conditioner 100, and the knob 31 is lower than the display part 21. Here, the height center line X is the dividing line of the height of the air conditioner 100, and the vertical height of the portion of the air conditioner 100 above the height center line X is equal to the vertical height of the portion of the air conditioner 100 below the height center line X.

[0103] Therefore, since the display part 21 is located above the height center line X of the air conditioner 100, the height of the display part 21 is relatively high, making it easy for the user to observe. Moreover, since the display part 21 is higher than the knob 31, it conforms to ergonomics and the characteristic that the human eye is higher than the human hand. When the knob 31 is turned by hand, the hand and arm are less likely to block the display part 21 located above the knob 31, thus making it easier for the human eye to observe the displayed content.

[0104] refer to Figure 7 In some embodiments, when the length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical, the vertical distance H1 between the knob 31 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 can be 900mm-1400mm, such as 900mm, 1000mm, 1100mm, 1200mm, 1300mm, 1400mm, etc. Therefore, the height of the knob 31 is ergonomic, making it convenient for users to operate the knob 31 while standing in front of the air conditioner 100.

[0105] For example, the vertical distance H1 between the knob 31 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 can be 1270mm. Thus, the setting height of the knob 31 is ergonomic, making it convenient for the user to operate the knob 31 while standing in front of the air conditioner 100.

[0106] refer to Figure 7 In some embodiments, when the length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical, the vertical distance H2 between the display area of ​​the display screen 211 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 can be 1400mm-1700mm, such as 1400mm, 1500mm, 1600mm, 1700mm, etc. Therefore, the height of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 is ergonomic, making it easier for users to observe while standing in front of the air conditioner 100.

[0107] For example, the vertical distance H2 between the display area of ​​the display screen 211 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 can be 1580mm. Thus, the height of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 is ergonomic, making it easier for users to stand in front of the air conditioner 100 and observe it.

[0108] refer to Figure 7In some embodiments, when the length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical and the knob 31 is lower than the display screen 211, the vertical distance H3 between the display area of ​​the display screen 211 and the knob 31 can be 150mm-400mm, such as 150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm, 350mm, 400mm, etc. Therefore, the distance between the display screen 211 and the knob 31 conforms to ergonomics, and the display screen 211 is not easily obstructed when the user operates the knob 31.

[0109] For example, the vertical distance H3 between the display area of ​​the display screen 211 and the knob 31 can be 243mm. Thus, the distance between the display screen 211 and the knob 31 is ergonomic and will not easily obstruct the display screen 211 when the user operates the knob 31.

[0110] Furthermore, when one of the vertical distance H1 between the knob 31 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 and the vertical distance H2 between the display area of ​​the display screen 211 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 is determined, by limiting the vertical distance H3 between the display area of ​​the display screen 211 and the knob 31, the setting height of both the knob 31 and the display area of ​​the display screen 211 can be made ergonomic, making it convenient for users to operate the knob 31 while standing in front of the air conditioner 100, and also making it convenient for users to observe while standing in front of the air conditioner 100.

[0111] refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, when the display device 2 includes an illumination portion 22 surrounding the display screen 211, the vertical distance H4 between the illumination portion 22 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 can be 1350mm-1650mm, for example, 1350mm, 1400mm, 1450mm, 1500mm, 1550mm, 1600mm, 1650mm, etc. Therefore, the height of the illumination portion 22 is ergonomically designed, making it easier for the user to observe when illuminated.

[0112] For example, the vertical distance H4 between the lighting section 22 and the bottom surface of the air conditioner 100 can be 1510mm. Therefore, the lighting section 22 is ergonomically positioned, making it easier for the user to observe when illuminated.

[0113] refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8In some embodiments, when the display device 2 includes an illumination portion 22 surrounding the display screen 211, the vertical distance H5 between the illumination portion 22 and the knob 31 can be 150mm-350mm, for example, 150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm, 350mm, etc. Therefore, the relative positions of the illumination portion 22 and the knob 31 are reasonable, they are less likely to interfere with each other, and the illumination portion 22 is less likely to be obstructed when the user operates the knob 31.

[0114] For example, the vertical distance H5 between the lighting part 22 and the knob 31 can be 240mm. Thus, the relative positions of the lighting part 22 and the knob 31 are reasonable, and they are not likely to interfere with each other. Moreover, when the user operates the knob 31, the lighting part 22 is not likely to be blocked.

[0115] refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the ratio of the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 to the width U2 of the panel 11 is 0.25-0.4, that is, the value of L2 / U2 is 0.25-0.4, such as 0.25, 0.30, 0.31, 0.32, 0.33, 0.34, 0.35, 0.4, etc. Therefore, the display screen 211 can make full use of the space of the panel 11, having a larger display area, and the fact that the width of the panel 11 exceeds the size of the display screen 211 also facilitates the shielding and sealing of the mounting structure of the display screen 211.

[0116] For example, the ratio of the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​the display screen 211 along the width direction of the panel 11 to the width U2 of the panel 11 is 0.3. As a result, the display screen 211 can make full use of the space of the panel 11, has a large display range, and the fact that the width of the panel 11 exceeds the size of the display screen 211 also helps to shield and seal the mounting structure of the display screen 211.

[0117] Combination Figure 3 For example, when the width direction of panel 11 is consistent with the width direction of air conditioner 100, the lateral dimension L2 of the display area of ​​display screen 211 along the width direction of panel 11 can be 0.3 to 0.35 times the width U2 of panel 11, that is, the value of L2 / U2 is 0.3 to 0.35, such as 0.30, 0.31, 0.32, 0.33, 0.34, 0.35, etc. Therefore, the display area of ​​display screen 211 can make full use of the width space of panel 11, with a relatively large size, which is conducive to setting more and clearer display content and making it easier for users to observe.

[0118] refer to Figures 7-10In some embodiments, the display device 2 includes a mounting cavity 231 surrounding the display screen 211. The mounting cavity 231 is annular and is used to mount an illumination part 22 (the type of illumination part 22 is not limited, for example, it may be, but is not limited to, the above-mentioned ordinary lamp or ambient lamp 221). The mounting cavity 231 may be equipped with the illumination part 22, or it may not be equipped with the illumination part 22 and may be reserved for future use.

[0119] For example, the ratio of the outer diameter D5 of the mounting cavity 231 to the width U2 of the panel 11 can be 0.65-0.85, that is, the value of D5 / U2 is 0.65-0.85, such as 0.65, 0.7, 0.72, 0.75, 0.78, 0.8, 0.85, etc. Therefore, the mounting cavity 231 can make full use of the space of the panel 11, providing a larger illumination range, and the width of the panel 11 is sufficient to meet the overall installation and sealing requirements of the display device 2.

[0120] For example, the ratio of the outer diameter D5 of the mounting cavity 231 to the width U2 of the panel 11 can be 0.75. Thus, the mounting cavity 231 can make full use of the space of the panel 11, has a large illumination range, and the width of the panel 11 is sufficient to meet the overall installation and sealing requirements of the display device 2.

[0121] For example, when an annular lighting portion 22 is provided in the mounting cavity 231, the outer diameter D4 of the lighting portion 22 can be slightly smaller than the outer diameter D5 of the mounting cavity 231.

[0122] For example, when the width direction of panel 11 is consistent with the width direction of air conditioner 100, the outer diameter D4 of lighting part 22 can be 0.7 to 0.8 times the width U2 of panel 11, that is, the value of D4 / U2 is 0.7 to 0.8, such as 0.7, 0.72, 0.75, 0.78, 0.8, etc. In this way, the space of panel 11 can be fully utilized to arrange a larger lighting device, resulting in a larger lighting range and better lighting effect.

[0123] The specific configuration of the display device 2 is not limited, for example, refer to Figure 8 The display device 2 may include a mounting base 23, a display screen 211, a screen cover 25, and a lampshade 24. The mounting base 23 defines a mounting groove 232 and a mounting cavity 231. The mounting cavity 231 surrounds the mounting groove 232. An illumination component 22 may be installed in the mounting cavity 231 (or it may be omitted, as it is reserved). The lampshade 24 is annular and covers the mounting cavity 231. The display screen 211 is mounted on the screen cover 25. The two components together form a screen assembly. The screen assembly is mounted in the mounting groove 232 and is surrounded by the mounting cavity 231. The screen cover 25 may be a frame cover extending along the outline of the display screen 211, or it may be a transparent cover that completely covers the display screen 211, etc.

[0124] refer to Figure 6 In some embodiments, the length direction of panel 11 is consistent with the length direction of air conditioner 100, and the width direction of panel 11 is consistent with the width direction of air conditioner 100. The ratio of the length G1 of panel 11 to the length G2 of air conditioner 100 is 0.5-0.8, that is, the value of G1 / G2 is 0.5-0.8, such as 0.5, 0.55, 0.6, 0.65, 0.7, 0.75, 0.8, etc. Therefore, the length dimension of panel 11 is relatively large, the overall integrity is good, and it has a sufficient length dimension to correspond with display device 2 and knob device 3, so that the relative position arrangement of display device 2 and knob device 3 can be more flexibly selected.

[0125] For example, the ratio of the length G1 of the panel 11 to the length G2 of the air conditioner 100 is 0.7. As a result, the length of the panel 11 is relatively large, the overall integrity is good, and it has a sufficient length to correspond to the display device 2 and the knob device 3, so that the relative position arrangement of the display device 2 and the knob device 3 can be selected more flexibly.

[0126] refer to Figure 6 In some embodiments, the length direction of panel 11 is consistent with the length direction of air conditioner 100, and the width direction of panel 11 is consistent with the width direction of air conditioner 100. The ratio of the width U2 of panel 11 to the width U1 of air conditioner 100 is 0.65-0.75, that is, the value of U2 / U1 is 0.65-0.75, such as 0.65, 0.68, 0.70, 0.72, 0.75, etc. Therefore, the width dimension of panel 11 is relatively large, with a sufficient width dimension to correspond to display device 2, which is beneficial to making the display part 21 of display device 2 larger, increasing the display range of air conditioner 100, and making it easier for users to observe.

[0127] For example, the ratio of the width U2 of panel 11 to the width U1 of air conditioner 100 is 0.68. As a result, the width of panel 11 is relatively large, with a sufficient width to correspond to display device 2, which is beneficial for making the display portion 21 of display device 2 larger, increasing the display range of air conditioner 100, and making it easier for users to observe.

[0128] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 11In some embodiments, the air conditioner 100 includes a panel assembly 10, which includes a panel 11 and a panel support 12. The panel support 12 is supported on the inner side of the panel 11. The panel 11 and the panel support 12 are aligned in length and form the length direction of the panel assembly 10 (e.g., the vertical direction shown in the figure). The panel 11 and the panel support 12 are aligned in width and form the width direction of the panel assembly 10 (e.g., the horizontal direction shown in the figure). Therefore, by providing the panel support 12 to support the panel 11, the structural stability of the panel 11 can be improved. Since the panel 11 can be reliably supported by the panel support 12, it is beneficial for the large-size design of the panel 11, and the shape can be maintained well even when the size of the panel 11 is large.

[0129] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the panel assembly 10 is located on the front side of the air conditioner 100. The panel assembly 10 and the air conditioner 100 are consistent in width direction (e.g., the left-right direction as shown in the figure) and length direction (e.g., the up-down direction as shown in the figure). The width of the panel bracket 12 constitutes the width U3 of the panel assembly 10. The ratio of the width U2 of the panel 11 to the width U3 of the panel assembly 10 is 0.85-0.95, that is, the value of U2 / U3 is 0.85-0.95, such as 0.85, 0.88, 0.90, 0.92, 0.95, etc. The ratio of the width U3 of the panel assembly 10 to the width U1 of the air conditioner 100 is 0.65-0.75, that is, the value of U3 / U1 is 0.65-0.75, such as 0.65, 0.68, 0.70, 0.72, 0.75, etc. Therefore, panel 11 can make full use of the width space of air conditioner 100, which is conducive to the large-size design of panel 11, thereby increasing the display range of display part 21, and panel bracket 12 can more fully and reliably support panel 11, improving the stability of panel 11's structural shape.

[0130] For example, the ratio of the width U2 of panel 11 to the width U3 of panel assembly 10 is 0.92, and the ratio of the width U3 of panel assembly 10 to the width U1 of air conditioner 100 is 0.73. Therefore, panel 11 can fully utilize the width space of air conditioner 100, facilitating a larger panel size design, thereby increasing the display area of ​​display portion 21. Furthermore, panel bracket 12 can more fully and reliably support panel 11, improving the stability of panel 11's structural shape.

[0131] refer to Figures 11-14In some embodiments, the panel support 12 has flanges 122 extending along its length on both sides in the width direction. A recess 123 is formed between the flanges 122 on both sides of the panel support 12. The panel 11 is disposed in the recess 123 and located between the flanges 122 on both sides. Thus, the flanges 122 on both sides can protect the panel 11 from both sides of its width, reducing the risk of the panel 11's edges being bumped or lifted, and improving the reliability and stability of the panel 11.

[0132] refer to Figure 15 and Figure 16 In some embodiments, the air conditioner 100 further includes support bars 13. The panel 11 is mounted on a panel bracket 12, and the support bars 13 extend along the length of the panel 11 and are disposed on the panel bracket 12. There are two support bars 13, spaced apart along the width of the panel 11. The display device 2 and the knob device 3 are both located between the two support bars 13. Thus, by providing support bars 13 to support the panel bracket 12, the structural stability of the panel bracket 12 can be improved. Furthermore, the arrangement of the support bars 13 and the clearance structure 121 provides clearance for the display device 2 and the knob device 3, reducing interference problems during assembly and improving the overall structural compactness. Moreover, it is beneficial for the large-size design of the panel 11, that is, even when the size of the panel 11 is large, its shape can be maintained better.

[0133] refer to Figure 15 and Figure 16 In some embodiments, the panel support 12 forms clearance structures 121 at the positions corresponding to the display device 2 and the knob device 3. The shape of the clearance structure 121 is not limited; for example, it can be a clearance groove or a clearance notch. This improves structural compactness and saves space occupied in the thickness direction of the panel 11.

[0134] The installation positions of the display device 2 and the knob device 3 are not limited. For example, they can be installed on the panel 11 or on the panel bracket 12. Alternatively, they can be installed in other locations on the air conditioner 100, such as on the front frame 14 of the air conditioner 100.

[0135] refer to Figure 17 and Figure 18In some embodiments, the air conditioner 100 includes a panel assembly 10, which is located on the front side of the air conditioner 100. The panel assembly 10 includes a panel 11 (in this embodiment, the configuration of the panel assembly 10 is not limited; it may also include the aforementioned panel support 12, or it may not include the panel support 12, but include other structural components supporting the panel 11, or include other functional structural components). The air conditioner 100 has air outlets 141 on the left and right sides of the panel assembly 10, and each air outlet 100 has a guide vane 4, which extends vertically along its length. Therefore, the orientation of the air outlets 141 helps to increase the airflow range of the air conditioner 100.

[0136] For example, the panel assembly 10 and the air conditioner 100 are consistent in width direction (e.g., the left-right direction as shown in the figure) and length direction (e.g., the up-down direction as shown in the figure).

[0137] For example, combined Figure 13 The air guide plate 4 has multiple ventilation holes, thus achieving a weak airflow effect when the air outlet 141 is closed. Of course, this application is not limited to this; the air guide plate 4 can also be constructed as a solid plate without ventilation holes.

[0138] For example, combined Figure 13 When the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the air guide plate 4 extends backward in a direction away from the panel assembly 10 in the left and right directions. Thus, because the air guide plate 4 extends backward in a direction away from the panel assembly 10 in the left and right directions when the air outlet 141 is closed, the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 (i.e., the portion visible when viewed from front to back, or in the front view of the air conditioner 100) in the left and right directions can be smaller than the width U5 of the air guide plate 4 itself. Therefore, when the air outlet 141 is closed, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be allocated for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and consequently increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2, thus expanding the display range.

[0139] For example, combined Figure 13When the air outlet 141 is closed by the air guide plate 4, the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction can be 30mm-50mm, for example, 30mm, 35mm, 40mm, 45mm, 50mm, etc. Therefore, when the air outlet 141 is closed by the air guide plate 4, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be allocated for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and consequently increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2, thus expanding the display range.

[0140] For example, the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction can be 37mm. As a result, when the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small, which allows for more space to be provided for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and thus increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2 and expanding the display range.

[0141] For example, combined Figure 13 When the air outlet 141 of the air guide plate 4 is closed, the ratio of the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction to the width U1 of the air conditioner 100 can be 0.08-0.15. That is, the value range of U4 / U1 is 0.08-0.15, for example, 0.08, 0.09, 0.10, 0.11, 0.12, 0.13, 0.14, 0.15, etc. Therefore, when the air outlet 141 of the air guide plate 4 is closed, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be provided for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and thus increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2, thereby expanding the display range.

[0142] For example, the ratio of the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction to the width U1 of the air conditioner 100 can be 0.1. Therefore, when the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be allocated for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and consequently increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2, thus expanding the display range.

[0143] For example, combined Figure 13When the air outlet 141 of the air guide plate 4 is closed, the ratio of the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction to the width U3 of the panel assembly 10 can be 0.1-0.15. That is, the value range of U4 / U3 is 0.1-0.15, for example, 0.1, 0.11, 0.12, 0.13, 0.14, 0.15, etc. Therefore, when the air outlet 141 of the air guide plate 4 is closed, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be provided for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and thus increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2, thereby expanding the display range.

[0144] For example, the ratio of the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction to the width U3 of the panel assembly 10 can be 0.13. Therefore, when the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small, thus allowing more space to be allocated for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, and consequently increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2, thereby expanding the display range.

[0145] For example, combined Figure 13 When the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the air guide plate 4 extends backward in the left-right direction away from the panel assembly 10. At this time, the ratio of the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction to the width E of the air outlet 141 can be 0.35-0.5, that is, the value range of U4 / E is 0.35-0.5, for example, 0.35, 0.4, 0.45, 0.5, etc. Therefore, when the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be provided for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, thereby increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2 and expanding the display range. In addition, the relatively large width of the air outlet 141 is beneficial for increasing the air volume and air range.

[0146] For example, the ratio of the width U4 of the portion of the air guide plate 4 exposed from the front of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction to the width E of the air outlet 141 can be 0.43. Thus, when the air guide plate 4 closes the air outlet 141, the area of ​​the air guide plate 4 visible from the front of the air conditioner 100 is relatively small. This allows for more space to be provided for the panel assembly 10, increasing the width of the panel assembly 10, thereby increasing the area of ​​the display portion 21 of the display device 2 and expanding the display range. Furthermore, the relatively large width of the air outlet 141 is beneficial for increasing the air volume and air outlet range.

[0147] In some embodiments, reference Figure 17 and Figure 18 Panel 11 and panel assembly 10 have the same width and length, and the two ends of panel 11 in the length direction are flush with the two ends of air guide plate 4 in the length direction. Therefore, panel 11 and air guide plate 4 are of the same length and aligned, which simplifies the design and makes the overall structure more harmonious. Of course, the lengths of panel 11 and air guide plate 4 can be set to be unequal.

[0148] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6 The panel 11 and panel assembly 10 have the same width and length. The ratio of the width U2 of panel 11 to the width U3 of panel assembly 10 is 0.85-0.95, that is, the value of U2 / U3 is 0.85-0.95, such as 0.85, 0.88, 0.90, 0.92, 0.95, etc. The ratio of the width U3 of panel assembly 10 to the width U1 of air conditioner 100 is 0.65-0.75, that is, the value of U3 / U1 is 0.65-0.75, such as 0.65, 0.68, 0.70, 0.72, 0.75, etc. Therefore, panel 11 can make full use of the width space of air conditioner 100, which is conducive to the large-size design of panel 11, thereby increasing the display range of display part 21. Moreover, panel bracket 12 can more fully and reliably support panel 11, improving the stability of the structural shape of panel 11.

[0149] In some embodiments, reference Figure 17 and Figure 18 The air conditioner 100 includes a front frame 14 and side panels 5. The front frame 14 includes a front support portion 142 and side support portions 143 located on the left and right sides of the front support portion 142. Air outlets 141 are located on the left and right sides of the front support portion 142 and are formed between the front support portion 142 and the side support portions 143. The panel assembly 10 covers the front support portion 142, and the side panels 5 cover the side support portions 143. Therefore, the air conditioner 100 has a simple structure, good stability, is easy to manufacture, and has a low cost.

[0150] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the air conditioner 100 also includes a button device 6, and the panel 11 has a button area 111 corresponding to the button device 6.

[0151] The function of the button device 6 is not limited. For example, the button device 6 can be used to turn the air conditioner 100 on and off, or to wake up the display device 2 and light up the display part 21 and / or the lighting part 22. Or, the button device 6 can be used to control the extension and retraction of the knob 31. Or, the button device 6 can be used to turn the one-key AI (Artificial Intelligence) function on and off.

[0152] For example, a user presses button area 111 to turn on the air conditioner 100, and the user presses button area 111 again to turn off the air conditioner 100.

[0153] For example, a user touches button area 111 to turn on the ambient light, and the user touches button area 111 again to turn off the ambient light.

[0154] For example, when a user presses the button area 111, the knob 31 extends from inside the panel 11 to outside the panel 11. This allows the user to adjust parameters such as temperature, fan speed, and mode of the air conditioner 100 by rotating the knob 31, improving the operability and interactivity of the air conditioner 100. After adjustment, pressing the button area 111 again retracts the knob 31 back into the panel 11, protecting the knob 31 and reducing interference from the external environment.

[0155] For example, when a user touches the button area 111, the one-click AI function can be activated. The air conditioner 100 can detect the indoor and outdoor temperatures and directly cool or heat the air. It can also increase the heat exchange airflow to a more comfortable temperature based on the detected temperature, making it easy to use.

[0156] The button area 111 can be configured as a through hole penetrating the panel 11, and the button device 6 can include buttons exposed through the through hole. This allows the user to directly contact the buttons. The buttons can be pressable mechanical buttons, which the user can touch to move, thereby triggering the button device 6. Alternatively, the buttons can be non-pressable touch buttons, which the user can touch, and the buttons can sense the pressure or electrical signal of the touch to trigger the button device 6.

[0157] The button area 111 can also be constructed as a solid part, that is, the panel 11 has a pattern formed on the button area 111, and the button device 6 is located inside the button area 111 and is covered by the panel 11. Thus, the user can touch the button area 111 to trigger the button device 6. For example, when the user touches the button area 111 of the panel 11, pressure is applied to the button area 111, and the button device 6 can receive the pressure signal and be triggered; or, for another example, when the user touches the button area 111 of the panel 11, an electrical signal is generated to the button area 111, and the button device 6 can receive the electrical signal and be triggered. This prevents external contaminants such as water from contacting the inner button device 6, which helps to extend the service life of the button device 6; and the concealed button device 6 improves the overall integrity of the panel 11.

[0158] For example, the button device 6 may include a sensing circuit. When a user touches the button area 111, the capacitance or resistance value changes. When the sensing circuit senses this change, it transmits a signal to the controller, which then controls the air conditioner 100 accordingly. For example, the button device 6 may include a pressure sensor. When a user touches the button area 111, applying pressure, the pressure sensor detects the pressure and transmits a signal to the controller, which then controls the air conditioner 100 accordingly. For example, the button device 6 may include a separate electrical contact element. When a user presses the button area 111, the separate electrical contact element makes contact and conducts electricity. For example, the button device 6 may include a circuit board, and the buttons may be disposed on the circuit board. However, this is not the only possibility; the button device 6 may also control the structure on the panel 11 component by transmitting other signals.

[0159] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical, the panel 11 is located on the front side of the air conditioner 100, the knob 31 is lower than the display portion 21, and the button device 6 is lower than the knob 31.

[0160] The button area 111 is located below the knob 31. The button area 111 and the knob 31 can be vertically aligned, or the button area 111 can be tilted at a certain angle relative to the knob 31 in the vertical direction, which can be selected according to actual needs. Thus, in accordance with ergonomic design, the knob 31 is raised slightly relative to the button area 111, making it easier for the user to operate the knob 31.

[0161] Furthermore, when the knob 31 rises relative to the panel 11 after touching the button area 111, positioning the knob 31 above the button area 111 avoids the knob 31 causing bumps to the fingers on the button area 111 when it rises. Moreover, when it is necessary to retract the knob 31 into the panel 11 by touching the button area 111, it is easier to accurately touch the button area 111 from below the knob 31, avoiding obstruction by the knob 31 when touching the button area 111, thus facilitating user operation.

[0162] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6 The diameter D6 of the smallest circumscribed circle of the button area 111 is smaller than the diameter D1 of the knob 31. Therefore, the button area 111 is more in line with the user's finger touch requirements, and the knob 31 is relatively large, which is conducive to the user's rotation operation.

[0163] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6The distance W between the knob 31 and the button area 111 is greater than the diameter D1 of the knob 31 but less than or equal to twice the diameter D1. That is, the distance W between the knob 31 and the button area 111 is 1-2 times the diameter D1 of the knob 31. Therefore, there is no interference between the button area 111 and the knob 31, and the knob 31 and the button area 111 can be arranged together. Furthermore, when the button device 6 and the knob 31 are linked, the centralized arrangement of the button area 111 and the knob 31 makes the linkage of driving the knob 31 after touching the button area 111 more intuitive, facilitating use and observation.

[0164] Other components of the air conditioner 100 according to the embodiments of this utility model, such as the fan and heat exchanger, are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here. The type of air conditioner 100 is not limited. For example, it can be an integrated air conditioning unit, such as a kitchen air conditioner, a portable air conditioner, or a window air conditioner; it can also be a split air conditioning unit, such as a split wall-mounted unit, a split floor-standing unit, a ceiling-mounted air conditioner, or a recessed air conditioner.

[0165] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0166] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated.

[0167] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0168] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0169] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: panel; A display device, the display device including a display portion, the display portion displaying information via the panel; A knob device comprising a rotatable knob that is at least partially located outside the panel.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the knob has a functional area for display and / or touch; the diameter of the knob is 30mm-60mm.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display portion is a display screen, wherein the longitudinal dimension of the display area along the length direction of the panel is greater than the diameter of the knob, and the lateral dimension of the display area along the width direction of the panel is greater than the diameter of the knob.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display device and the knob device are spaced apart along the length of the air conditioner, and the display portion is a display screen; The longitudinal dimension of the display area along the length of the panel is 60mm-70mm, or 1.1-1.7 times the diameter of the knob; And / or, the lateral dimension of the display area of ​​the display screen along the width direction of the panel is 75mm-85mm, or 1.1-1.7 times the diameter of the knob, or 0.2-0.25 times the width of the air conditioner.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display portion is a display screen, and the display device includes an illumination portion arranged around the display screen; wherein the illumination portion is an ambient light.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display portion is a display screen, and the display device includes an illumination portion arranged around the display screen, wherein the illumination portion is circular. The inner diameter of the lighting part is 165mm-175mm, or 1.3-1.8 times the diameter of the smallest circumscribed circle of the display screen. And / or, the outer diameter of the lighting portion is 1.1 to 1.2 times the inner diameter of the lighting portion, or 0.4 to 0.6 times the width of the air conditioner.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length of the air conditioner is vertical, the panel is located on the front side of the air conditioner, the display part is located above the height center line of the air conditioner, and the knob is lower than the display part.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, The distance between the knob and the bottom surface of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 900mm-1400mm; And / or; the display part is a display screen, and the distance between the display area of ​​the display screen and the bottom surface of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 1400mm-1700mm, or the distance between the display area of ​​the display screen and the knob in the vertical direction is 150mm-400mm.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, The display portion is a display screen, and the display device includes an illumination portion arranged around the display screen; The distance between the lighting component and the bottom surface of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 1350mm-1650mm; Alternatively, the distance between the lighting section and the knob in the vertical direction is 150mm-350mm.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display portion is a display screen; Wherein, the ratio of the lateral dimension of the display area of ​​the display screen along the width direction of the panel to the width of the panel is 0.25-0.4; And / or, the display device includes a mounting cavity surrounding the display screen, the mounting cavity being annular and used for mounting an illumination component, the ratio of the outer diameter of the mounting cavity to the width of the panel being 0.65-0.

85.

11. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length direction of the panel is consistent with the length direction of the air conditioner, and the width direction of the panel is consistent with the width direction of the air conditioner; The ratio of the length of the panel to the length of the air conditioner is 0.5-0.

8. And / or, the ratio of the width of the panel to the width of the air conditioner is 0.65-0.

75.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes a panel assembly, which includes a panel and a panel bracket. The panel bracket is supported on the inner side of the panel. The panel and the panel bracket are aligned in length and form the length direction of the panel assembly. The panel and the panel bracket are aligned in width and form the width direction of the panel assembly.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 12, characterized in that, The panel assembly is located on the front side of the air conditioner. The panel assembly and the air conditioner are aligned in both width and length. The width of the panel bracket constitutes the width of the panel assembly. The ratio of the width of the panel to the width of the panel assembly is 0.85-0.95, and the ratio of the width of the panel assembly to the width of the air conditioner is 0.65-0.

75.

14. The air conditioner according to claim 12, characterized in that, The panel support has flanges extending along the length direction on both sides in the width direction, and a recess is formed between the flanges on both sides of the panel support. The panel is disposed in the recess and located between the flanges on both sides.

15. The air conditioner according to claim 12, characterized in that, The air conditioner also includes support bars, the panel is mounted on the panel bracket, the support bars extend along the length of the panel and are disposed on the panel bracket, there are two support bars and they are spaced apart along the width of the panel, the display device and the knob device are both located between the two support bars; and / or, the panel bracket forms a clearance structure at the position corresponding to the display device and the position corresponding to the knob device.

16. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes a panel assembly located on the front side of the air conditioner. The panel assembly includes the panel. The air conditioner has air outlets on the left and right sides of the panel assembly. The air conditioner has a guide vane at each air outlet, and the guide vane extends vertically along its length.

17. The air conditioner according to claim 16, characterized in that, The air guide plate has multiple ventilation holes; and / or, when the air guide plate closes the air outlet, the width of the portion of the air guide plate exposed from the front side of the air conditioner in the left-right direction is 30mm-50mm, or the ratio to the width of the air conditioner is 0.08-0.15, or the ratio to the width of the panel assembly is 0.1-0.15, or the ratio to the width of the air outlet is 0.35-0.

5.

18. The air conditioner according to claim 16, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes a front frame and side panels. The front frame includes a front support portion and side support portions located on the left and right sides of the front support portion. The air outlet is located on the left and right sides of the front support portion and is formed between the front support portion and the side support portion. The panel assembly covers the front support portion, and the side panels cover the side support portions.

19. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner also includes a button device, and the panel has a button area corresponding to the button device.

20. The air conditioner according to claim 19, characterized in that, The length of the air conditioner is vertical, the panel is located on the front side of the air conditioner, the knob is lower than the display part, and the button device is lower than the knob; Wherein, the diameter of the smallest circumscribed circle of the button area is smaller than the diameter of the knob; And / or, the distance between the knob and the button area is greater than the diameter of the knob and less than or equal to twice the diameter of the knob.

21. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The knob is fixed in position relative to the panel; or the knob can move up and down relative to the panel along the inward and outward directions of the panel; or the knob can be detached from the outside of the panel.

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