Remote control device of air handling unit

Abstract

The present invention relates to a remote control device of an air handling unit. The remote control device of an air handling unit of the present invention comprises: a first display for displaying the operation status of the air handling unit or the temperature of an indoor space; a second display disposed below the first display and including a plurality of fist buttons for turning the power of the air handling unit on / off or listing or canceling a plurality of detailed functions for controlling the air handling unit; and a third display disposed below the second display and including a plurality of second buttons for changing the operation mode of the air handling unit and the desired temperature of the indoor space. Each of the plurality of first buttons and second buttons uses a touch screen for changing the display.

Description

Remote control device for air conditioner

[0001] The present invention relates to a remote control device for an air conditioner, and more particularly, to a remote control device for an air conditioner including a display.

[0002] An air conditioner is a device that supplies heat-exchanged air to an indoor space to control the temperature and humidity of the indoor space.

[0003] An air conditioner may be equipped with an indoor unit that supplies heat-exchanged air to an indoor space. The indoor unit may be located within the indoor space or in an area connected to the indoor space.

[0004] The indoor unit may be placed in an accessible area, but may also be placed in an area difficult to access for smooth airflow or to maximize indoor space efficiency. Users may use a remote control device to control the operation of the indoor unit.

[0005] The remote control device may include a portable remote control device that can be carried by a user, and an installed remote control device that is installed or embedded in one side of an indoor space.

[0006] Remote control devices may include those with only multiple push buttons, and those with a combination of multiple push buttons and a display. Remote control devices with only multiple push buttons require numerous buttons for detailed operation of the air conditioner, which can require a long time for the user to find or confirm the buttons. This can cause inconvenience to the user when using the remote control device.

[0007] Furthermore, in models that combine multiple pushbuttons and displays, the fixed pushbuttons perform only fixed functions, making it difficult to actively utilize the various displays. Furthermore, air conditioners with multiple functions may struggle to properly perform their functions.

[0008] Korean patent registration KR10-1166596B1 discloses an air conditioner and remote control device equipped with a display and multiple push buttons. However, even in the disclosed structure, the problem still exists that the multiple push buttons only perform fixed functions.

[0009] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a remote control device for an air conditioner capable of controlling various functions of the air conditioner.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to provide a remote control device for an air conditioner that allows a user to quickly control the first and second detailed functions.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a remote control device for an air conditioner that allows a user to quickly check the operating status or changes of the air conditioner.

[0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide a remote control device for an air conditioner that prevents a user from pressing a button incorrectly.

[0013] The tasks of the present invention are not limited to the tasks mentioned above, and other tasks not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0014] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a first display for displaying the operating status of an air conditioner or the temperature of an indoor space, a second display disposed below the display and including a plurality of first buttons for turning the power of the air conditioner on / off or listing or canceling a plurality of detailed functions for controlling the air conditioner, and a third display disposed below the display and including a plurality of second buttons for changing the operation mode of the air conditioner or the desired temperature of the indoor space. Each of the plurality of first buttons and the plurality of second buttons can diversify the functions of the first button and the second button by using a touch screen that changes the display.

[0015] The above remote control device can output any one of a first display mode in which the operation mode or set temperature of the air conditioner can be changed, a second display mode listing a plurality of first detailed functions that control detailed functions of the air conditioner, and a third display mode listing a plurality of second detailed functions that control detailed functions of the first detailed functions. Various detailed functions can be controlled.

[0016] In the first display mode, one of the plurality of first buttons may be used as a menu button to change the first display mode to the second display mode. Another of the plurality of first buttons may be used as a power button to turn off the power of the remote control device. Accordingly, the first display mode may be changed to the second display mode or the power may be turned off.

[0017] In the first display mode, a pair of second buttons arranged vertically among the plurality of second buttons can be used as mode change buttons for changing the operation mode of the air conditioner. Another pair of second buttons arranged vertically among the plurality of second buttons can be used as temperature change buttons for changing the set temperature of the air conditioner. Therefore, in the first display mode, the operation mode of the air conditioner or the set temperature can be changed.

[0018] In the first display mode, the operation mode of the air conditioner may be displayed on the lower portion of the second button positioned at the upper portion among the pair of second buttons used as the mode change buttons, and on the upper portion of the second button positioned at the lower portion. The set temperature may be displayed on the lower portion of the second button positioned at the upper portion among the pair of second buttons used as the temperature change buttons, and on the upper portion of the second button positioned at the lower portion. Accordingly, a portion of an area in which a plurality of second buttons are positioned may be used as a display screen.

[0019] In the first display mode, the color of the first display can change depending on the operating mode of the air conditioner. This allows the user to quickly identify the operating mode.

[0020] In the second display mode, the plurality of first detailed functions may be displayed on each of the plurality of second buttons arranged on the third display. The user can quickly select the first detailed function.

[0021] In the second display mode, one of the plurality of first buttons can be used as a cancel button to switch to the first display mode. Switching from the second display mode to the first display mode can be easily performed.

[0022] In the second display mode, another first button among the plurality of first buttons is deactivated. That is, the user's incorrect button press can be prevented.

[0023] The third display mode can display multiple second sub-functions listed on either the first display or the third display. Various displays can be used depending on the number or conditions of the sub-functions. This can provide users with convenient function control.

[0024] In the third display mode, the plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on the first display, and at least one pair of the plurality of second buttons can be used as movement buttons for moving the plurality of second detailed functions listed on the first display. The second detailed functions listed on the first display can be easily controlled.

[0025] In the third display mode, the plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on the first display, and one of the first button and the second button can be used as a selection button for selecting at least one of the plurality of second detailed functions. The second detailed functions listed on the first display can be quickly controlled.

[0026] In the third display mode, a plurality of second detailed functions can be displayed on a plurality of second buttons arranged on the third display. The second detailed functions can be displayed on the second buttons for quick control.

[0027] In the third display mode, one of the plurality of first buttons and one of the plurality of second buttons may be used as a movement button, and the remaining second buttons among the plurality of second buttons may display the plurality of second detailed functions. Even if the number of second buttons is less than the number of second detailed functions, the plurality of second detailed functions may be controlled.

[0028] The above remote control device displays the operation mode or set temperature of the air conditioner, displays a first detailed function that controls a detailed function of the air conditioner, or displays a second detailed function that controls a detailed function of the first detailed function, and the first detailed function is displayed on each of the plurality of second buttons, so that the second detailed function can be quickly controlled.

[0029] When a plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on the first display, a pair of second buttons arranged vertically among the plurality of second buttons can be used as movement buttons for moving the plurality of second detailed functions listed on the first display.

[0030] When the number of second detailed functions to be displayed on the plurality of second buttons is greater than the number of the plurality of second buttons, one first button among the plurality of first buttons can be used as a movement button to change the configuration of the plurality of second detailed functions displayed on the third display, thereby controlling all of the plurality of second detailed functions.

[0031] When the power of the above remote control device is turned off, one of the second buttons among the plurality of second buttons can be used as a power button to turn on the power of the above remote control device.

[0032] When the operation mode of the air conditioner is changed by pressing some of the plurality of second buttons, the color of the first display may change.

[0033] Specific details of other embodiments are included in the detailed description and drawings.

[0034] According to the remote control device of the air conditioner of the present invention, one or more of the following effects are achieved.

[0035] First, the plurality of first and second buttons arranged in the present invention have the advantage of being able to control various functions of the air conditioner with a limited number of buttons by using a touch screen.

[0036] Second, the first sub-function is displayed on the second button, allowing for quick transition to the second sub-function. This also provides the advantage of allowing users to quickly control the air conditioner.

[0037] Third, there is also the advantage of allowing users to quickly check the status of the air conditioner by changing colors or displaying status through the first display.

[0038] Fourth, buttons that are not in use have the advantage of disabling the touchscreen function, which prevents users from accidentally pressing buttons.

[0039] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description of the claims.

[0040] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a structure in which an indoor unit and a remote control device are connected according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] Figure 2 is a schematic structure of a remote control device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the arrangement of the display and buttons of a remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining the output screen in the off mode of the remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] FIG. 5 is a drawing for explaining one embodiment of a remote control device in a first display mode according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining another embodiment of a remote control device in a first display mode according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] FIG. 7 is a drawing for explaining a second display mode of a remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] FIG. 8 is a drawing for explaining the 3-1 display mode of the remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0048] FIG. 9 is a drawing for explaining the 3-2 display mode of the remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] FIG. 10 is a drawing for explaining one embodiment of the 3-3 display mode of the remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0050] FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining another embodiment of the 3-3 display mode of the remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining the arrangement of the display and buttons of a remote control device according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] FIG. 13 is a drawing for explaining the arrangement of the display and buttons of a remote control device according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] FIG. 14 is a drawing for explaining the first display mode of a remote control device according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining a second display mode of a remote control device according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining a third display mode of a remote control device according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] The advantages and features of the present invention, and the methods for achieving them, will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described in detail below together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided only to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims. Like reference numerals designate like elements throughout the specification.

[0057] Hereinafter, the present invention will be described with reference to drawings for explaining a remote control device for an air conditioner according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0058] Referring to Fig. 1, the air conditioner of the present invention is schematically described.

[0059] The air conditioner may include an indoor unit (10) that supplies air to an indoor space and a remote control device (100) that can control the indoor unit (10).

[0060] The indoor unit (10) may include any device that supplies air to the indoor space. Accordingly, the indoor unit (10) may include an air conditioner or an air conditioning unit that supplies heat-exchanged air to the indoor space. In addition, the indoor unit (10) may include a heater that supplies heated air to the indoor space, or a humidifier that supplies humidified air. In addition, the indoor unit (10) may include an air purifier that supplies clean air to the indoor space.

[0061] The air conditioner may include an outdoor unit (not shown) that is connected to the indoor unit (10) and supplies refrigerant or heat-exchanged fluid to the indoor unit (10).

[0062] The remote control device (100) can also control the operation of a compressor (not shown) placed in an outdoor unit.

[0063] Each unit of an air conditioner is interconnected, allowing it to operate in conjunction with the indoor and outdoor units. Furthermore, the air conditioner can be connected to and operate with building systems, mobile devices, security devices, alarm systems, and other devices.

[0064] The remote control device (100) can be placed on one side of the space where the indoor unit (10) supplies air.

[0065] The remote control device (100) can be placed on the wall of the indoor space where the indoor unit (10) is placed.

[0066] A remote control device (100) can control an indoor unit (10). The remote control device (100) can control the operation of the indoor unit (10). The remote control device (100) can be connected to the indoor unit (10) via a wired or wireless communication method. The remote control device (100) can be connected to the indoor unit (10), receive user commands, and output data of the indoor unit (10). The remote control device (100) can transmit user commands to the indoor unit (10) and perform two-way communication to exchange data with the indoor unit (10) depending on the connection method with the indoor unit (10).

[0067] Referring to FIG. 2, the remote control device (100) of the present invention is described.

[0068] The remote control device (100) of the present invention includes a first display (110) that displays the current temperature or the operating status of an air conditioner, a second display (120) that is arranged below the first display (110) and includes a plurality of first buttons (122, 124, see FIG. 3), and a third display (130) that is arranged below the first display (110) and includes a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, see FIG. 3).

[0069] The first display (110), the second display (120), and the third display (130) can form a single display as a whole.

[0070] The first display (110) can display the current temperature or the operating status of the air conditioner. The first display (110) is an area that only provides an output screen. No separate buttons are placed on the first display (110).

[0071] The second display (120) may be a touch screen placed on the display. The second display (120) may be divided into two or more areas.

[0072] The second display (120) can define an area where multiple first buttons are placed. The first button may be a touchscreen that changes the screen output and accepts input based on the user's touch. The first button may output different screens depending on the operating status of the air conditioner.

[0073] The third display (130) may be a touch screen placed on the display. The third display (130) may be divided into two or more areas.

[0074] The third display (130) can define an area where multiple second buttons are placed. The second buttons can be touchscreens that change the output screen and accept input based on the user's touch. Accordingly, the second button can output different screens depending on the operating status of the air conditioner.

[0075] The second display (120) and the third display (130) may each be positioned below the first display (120). The second display (120) and the third display (130) may each be positioned vertically or inwardly and outwardly. The second display (120) and the third display (130) may be displayed as mutually partitioned areas.

[0076] Hereinafter, a remote control device (100) according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 3.

[0077] In the remote control device (100) according to the first embodiment, a second display (120) and a third display (130) are arranged below the first display (110). In addition, a third display (130) is arranged below the second display (120).

[0078] The area occupied by the first display (110) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the second display (120). The area occupied by the first display (110) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the third display (130).

[0079] The area occupied by the first display (110) may be formed to be larger than the areas occupied by the second display (120) and the third display (130). The area occupied by the third display (130) may be formed to be larger than the area occupied by the second display (120).

[0080] The first display (110) can display temperature information of an indoor space. The first display (110) can display the operating status of the indoor unit (10). The first display (110) can display the current time.

[0081] The first display (110) can list the functions required to operate the indoor unit (10).

[0082] For example, the first display (110) may list detailed functions required to operate the air conditioner. The first display (110) may list second detailed functions required to operate the air conditioner. The second detailed function may be a sub-concept of the first detailed function. The first and second detailed functions required to operate the air conditioner are described below.

[0083] The first display (110) can change the background color according to the operation mode of the indoor unit (10).

[0084] For example, when the indoor unit (10) is operated in a cooling mode that supplies cold air to the indoor space, the first display (110) may display the background color in a blue color series. When the indoor unit (10) is operated in a heating mode that supplies warm air to the indoor space, the first display (110) may display the background color in a red color series.

[0085] When the indoor unit (10) is operated in a fan-only blower mode, the first display (110) can display a background color other than a red or blue color. When the indoor unit (10) is operated in an automatic mode based on a user's pattern, the first display (110) can display a background color other than a red or blue color.

[0086] When the indoor unit (10) is in the off mode, the first display (110) can display the background color as an achromatic color. When the indoor unit (10) is in the off mode, the first display (110) can display the background color as a color such as black or gray.

[0087] The first display (110) can display the current time.

[0088] The second display (120) may include two or more first buttons (122, 124). The second display (120) may include two first buttons (122, 124). The two first buttons (122, 124) may be arranged in the left and right directions.

[0089] The second display (120) includes a plurality of first buttons (122, 124) that turn the power of the remote control device (100) on and off, or select or cancel a function. Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) can perform a plurality of functions.

[0090] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a power button to turn off the power.

[0091] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a selection button to activate a second detailed function listed on the first display (120) or the third display (130).

[0092] Among the plurality of first buttons, one first button (122) may be used as a menu button for listing first detailed functions related to the operation of the air conditioner. Here, listing the first detailed functions may mean that a plurality of first detailed functions are displayed on the display. In other words, it may mean that a plurality of first detailed functions are displayed on the first display (120) or the third display (130) so that the user can select one of the plurality of first detailed functions.

[0093] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a cancel button to cancel the state in which the first detailed function is listed.

[0094] Among the plurality of first buttons (122, 124), one first button may have its use restricted. That is, if one of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) does not need to be used as a button, a separate indication may not be provided in the corresponding area. Accordingly, the first button that is not provided with a separate indication may be configured so that no separate input is made even when touched by the user.

[0095] One first button among a plurality of first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a movement button that can move the second detailed function listed on the third display (130) in conjunction with one second button among a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) of the third display (130) described below.

[0096] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a cancel button to cancel the state in which the first detailed function is listed.

[0097] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a return button to return from a state in which the second detailed functions are listed to a state in which the first detailed functions are listed.

[0098] Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) may have a changed display. Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) may have a changed screen output to each of the first buttons depending on its function.

[0099] When the first button is used as a power button, it may output a general indication of turning the power on / off. Furthermore, when the first button is used as a menu button, it may output a general indication of displaying a menu. When the first button is used as a cancel or return button, it may output a message indicating cancel or return.

[0100] When the first button is used as a selection button, it can be output as a symbol indicating selection. When the first button is used as a movement button, it can be output as an arrow indicating direction, etc.

[0101] The third display (130) may include a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142). The third display (130) may include a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) arranged in an up-down direction or a left-right direction. The third display (130) may include six second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142).

[0102] The third display (130) may include six second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) arranged in the up-down and left-right directions.

[0103] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can be used as change buttons to change the operation of the air conditioner.

[0104] The change button can be used in pairs. That is, two second buttons arranged vertically can be used as a single pair. The change button can change the operation of the air conditioner through the two second buttons arranged vertically.

[0105] The change buttons may include a mode change button, a temperature change button, and a fan speed change button. Referring to FIG. 3, the two second buttons (132, 134) arranged vertically on the left can be used as mode change buttons. In addition, the two second buttons (136, 138) arranged vertically in the middle can be used as temperature change buttons. In addition, the two second buttons (140, 142) arranged vertically on the right can be used as fan speed change buttons.

[0106] Some of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may be used as mode change buttons for changing the operation mode of the air conditioner. Others of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may be used as temperature change buttons for changing the set temperature of the air conditioner. Still others of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may be used as fan speed change buttons for changing the rotation speed of the fan of the air conditioner.

[0107] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, see Fig. 7) can be used as first sub-function buttons for listing a plurality of first sub-functions. Each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can be displayed to list a plurality of first sub-functions. A user can control the corresponding function by pressing the second button corresponding to the first sub-function to be controlled.

[0108] The first detailed function may be a function that controls the air conditioner in detail. The first detailed function may be a function that controls the direction of the air discharged, controls additional auxiliary functions, controls time-related matters, controls energy-related matters, controls lock-related matters, or controls settings-related matters.

[0109] The second sub-function may be a function further subdivided from the first sub-function.

[0110] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can be used as second detailed function buttons in which a plurality of second detailed functions are listed. Some of the second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can be used as second detailed function buttons in which a plurality of second detailed functions are listed.

[0111] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), each of the second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, see Fig. 10) may be displayed to list a plurality of second sub-functions. The user can control the corresponding function by pressing the second button corresponding to the second sub-function to be controlled.

[0112] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (136, 138, see FIGS. 8 and 9) can be used as movement buttons for moving the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110). Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), other some of the second buttons (142, see FIG. 10) can be used as movement buttons for moving the second detailed functions listed on the third display (130).

[0113] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (142, see FIG. 9) may be used as selection buttons for selecting the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110). Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (134, see FIG. 9) may be used as release buttons for deselecting the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110).

[0114] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (136) can be used as power buttons to turn on the operation of the air conditioner.

[0115] Each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can change the screen output depending on its function. Each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can output different content depending on the mode displayed by the remote control device (100).

[0116] If the second button is used as a power button, it can be output as a general indication of turning the power on / off.

[0117] When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as change buttons, each of the second buttons may be output to indicate the vertical direction. Furthermore, when two second buttons arranged vertically are used as change buttons, the change content may be output to be displayed in the center of the two second buttons arranged vertically.

[0118] When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as mode change buttons, the second button arranged on the upper side may output an upward direction indication, and the second button arranged on the lower side may output a downward direction indication. In addition, when two second buttons arranged vertically are used as mode change buttons, the current operation mode of the air conditioner may be output at the center of the two second buttons arranged vertically.

[0119] When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as temperature change buttons, the second button arranged on the upper side may output an upward direction indication, and the second button arranged on the lower side may output a downward direction indication. When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as temperature change buttons, the user's set temperature may be output in the center of the two second buttons arranged vertically.

[0120] When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as fan speed change buttons, the second button arranged on the upper side may output an upward direction indicator, and the second button arranged on the lower side may output a downward direction indicator. When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as fan speed change buttons, the rotation speed of the fan may be output at the center of the two second buttons arranged vertically.

[0121] When the second button is used as the first detailed function button, characters or shapes representing the first detailed function may be displayed. When the second button is used as the second detailed function button, characters or shapes representing the second detailed function may be displayed.

[0122] When the second button is used as a move button, an arrow indicating direction, etc. may be displayed. When the second button is used as a select or release button, an arrow or letter indicating direction, etc. may be displayed.

[0123] Referring to FIGS. 4 to 11, the display output to the remote control device according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0124] The remote control device (100) can output an off mode indicating that the air conditioner is in a stopped state. The remote control device (100) can output a first display mode indicating that the air conditioner's operating mode or set temperature can be changed. The remote control device (100) can output a second display mode listing a plurality of first detailed functions. The remote control device (100) can output a third display mode listing a plurality of second detailed functions.

[0125] The second sub-function can be a sub-concept of the first sub-function. Therefore, the second sub-function can be additionally controlled after the first sub-function is selected. Furthermore, the second sub-function is not listed if the first sub-function is not selected.

[0126] Referring to FIG. 4, the remote control device (100) can be expressed with an achromatic background in the off mode. The remote control device (100) can output the off state of the air conditioner in the off mode. The remote control device (100) can deactivate the first button (122, 124) arranged on the second display (120) in the off mode. Here, deactivating the first button (122, 124) may mean that the screen does not change even if the first button (122, 124) is touched. Deactivating the first button (122, 124) may mean that it is not displayed as a separate button.

[0127] The remote control device (100) can display the current temperature in the off mode. In the off mode, the remote control device (100) can be used as a power button to turn on the power by selecting one of the second buttons (136) arranged on the third display (130). In the off mode, the remote control device (100) can output a display indicating power to the second button used as the power button.

[0128] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, the first display mode is described.

[0129] In the first display mode, the air conditioner's operating mode or set temperature can be changed. In the first display mode, it can be switched to the off mode or the second display mode.

[0130] In the first display mode, the first display (110) can display the current temperature of the indoor space. In the first display mode, the first display (110) can display the operating mode of the air conditioner in color.

[0131] As shown in Fig. 5, when heating operation is performed, a red color may be displayed on the first display (110). As shown in Fig. 6, when cooling operation is performed, a blue color may be displayed on the first display (110). Additionally, when another operation mode is performed, a different color may be displayed.

[0132] In the first display mode, the first display (110) can display the current time.

[0133] In the first display mode, one first button (122) of the second display (120) can be used as a menu button. In the first display mode, another first button (124) of the second display (120) can be used as a power button.

[0134] In the first display mode, a pair of second buttons (132, 134) of the third display (130) can be used as mode change buttons. In the first display mode, the two second buttons (132, 134) arranged vertically on the left can be used as mode change buttons. At this time, the operation mode of the air conditioner can be displayed in the center of the two second buttons (132, 134) used as mode change buttons.

[0135] Among a pair of second buttons (132, 134) used as mode change buttons, the driving mode can be displayed on the lower part of the second button (132) positioned at the top and the upper part of the second button (134) positioned at the bottom.

[0136] As shown in Fig. 5, when heating operation is performed, it is displayed as 'heating'. As shown in Fig. 6, when cooling operation is performed, it may be displayed as 'cooling'.

[0137] In the first display mode, another pair of second buttons (136, 138) of the third display (130) can be used as temperature change buttons. In the first display mode, the two second buttons (136, 138) arranged vertically in the central portion can be used as temperature change buttons. At this time, the set temperature can be displayed in the center of the two second buttons (136, 138) used as temperature change buttons.

[0138] Among a pair of second buttons (136, 138) used as temperature change buttons, the set temperature can be displayed on the lower part of the second button (136) positioned at the top and the upper part of the second button (138) positioned at the bottom.

[0139] In the first display mode, the remaining pair of second buttons (140, 142) of the third display (130) can be used as fan speed change buttons. In the first display mode, the two second buttons (140, 142) arranged vertically on the right side can be used as fan speed change buttons. At this time, the fan speed can be displayed in the center of the two second buttons (140, 142) used as fan speed change buttons.

[0140] The center of the two second buttons (140, 142) used as fan speed change buttons may display a fan-indicating shape. The fan speed may be displayed in steps. Accordingly, the fan rotation speed can be divided into multiple steps and the corresponding steps can be displayed.

[0141] Referring to Fig. 7, the second display mode is described.

[0142] In the second display mode, the first detailed function may be listed on either the first display (110) or the third display (130). In the second display mode, the user may select one of the plurality of first detailed functions listed.

[0143] The remote control device (100) according to the first embodiment can display the current temperature of the indoor space on the first display (110) in the second display mode. In the second display mode, the first display (110) can display the operating mode of the air conditioner in color. In the second display mode, the first display (110) can display the current time.

[0144] In the second display mode, the first display (110) can display a state in which the first detailed functions are listed. Referring to Fig. 7, the state in which the first detailed functions are listed is displayed with a separate character called “menu” at the bottom of the first display (110).

[0145] In the second display mode, one of the first buttons (122) of the second display (120) can be used as a cancel button. When the first button (122) used as a cancel button is pressed, the entire screen can be changed to the first display mode.

[0146] In the second display mode, another first button (124) of the second display (120) can be deactivated.

[0147] In the second display mode, each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) of the third display (130) can display a plurality of first detailed functions. The first detailed functions of the remote control device (100) can be listed in their entirety. The remote control device according to the first embodiment includes six first detailed functions. Accordingly, each of the six first detailed functions can be displayed on each of the six second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) included in the third display (130).

[0148] However, if the number of first sub-functions is not equal to the number of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons may be disabled.

[0149] Referring to FIG. 7, each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may display first sub-functions for changing the wind direction, controlling additional functions, setting the time, saving energy, performing a lock function, or setting other options.

[0150] Referring to FIGS. 8 to 11, the third display mode is described.

[0151] In the third display mode, a plurality of second detailed functions can be listed on one of the first display (110) and the third display (130).

[0152] The plurality of second detailed functions listed on the first display (110) or the third display (130) can operate in a manner in which at least one of them is selected. In addition, the plurality of second detailed functions listed on the first display (110) or the third display (130) can operate in a manner in which each of them is set or released.

[0153] The third display mode includes a 3-1 display mode in which a plurality of second detailed functions are listed on the first display (110) and at least one of the listed second detailed functions is displayed for selection. The third display mode includes a 3-2 display mode in which a plurality of second detailed functions are listed on the first display (110) and each of the listed second detailed functions is displayed for setting or deactivating. The third display mode includes a 3-3 display mode in which a plurality of second detailed functions are listed on the third display (130) and a plurality of second detailed functions are displayed for selection or cancellation.

[0154] Referring to Fig. 8, the 3-1 display mode is described.

[0155] In the 3-1 display mode, a plurality of second detailed functions are listed on the first display (110). The plurality of second detailed functions may be arranged vertically. At least one of the plurality of second detailed functions displayed on the first display (110) may be selected. A separate check mark may appear in the selected second detailed function section.

[0156] In the 3-1 display mode, a return button and a selection button may be displayed on the second display (120). In the 3-1 display mode, one first button (12) displayed on the second display (120) may be used as a return button for returning to the first display mode. In the 3-1 display mode, another first button (124) displayed on the second display (120) may be used as a selection button for checking the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110).

[0157] In the 3-1 display mode, a movement button that moves up and down can be displayed on the 3rd display (130).

[0158] In the 3-1 display mode, the two second buttons (136, 138) of the third display (130) can be used as movement buttons for moving up and down. At this time, a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 140, 142) that are not used as movement buttons can be deactivated.

[0159] Referring to Fig. 9, the 3-2 display mode is described.

[0160] In the 3-2 display mode, a plurality of second detailed functions are listed on the first display (110). The plurality of second detailed functions can be arranged vertically. Each of the plurality of second detailed functions displayed on the first display (110) can be individually set or de-set.

[0161] One side of the plurality of second detailed functions may indicate whether the second detailed function is set or unset.

[0162] In the 3-2 display mode, a return button may be displayed on the second display (120). In the 3-2 display mode, one first button (122) displayed on the second display (120) may be used as a return button to return to the first display mode. In the 3-2 display mode, another first button (124) displayed on the second display (120) may be deactivated.

[0163] In the 3-2 display mode, a movement button for moving up and down may be displayed on the 3rd display (130). In the 3-2 display mode, a selection button for setting and a release button for releasing the setting may be displayed on the 3rd display (130).

[0164] In the 3-2 display mode, among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) of the third display (130), two second buttons (136, 138) arranged vertically from the center can be used as movement buttons that move in the vertical direction. In the 3-2 display mode, one second button (142) arranged on the left or right side of the two second buttons (136, 138) used as movement buttons can be used as a selection button. In addition, in the 3-2 display mode, the second button (134) arranged in the opposite direction of the selection button (142) with respect to the two second buttons (136, 138) used as movement buttons can be used as a release button.

[0165] Additionally, at this time, a plurality of second buttons (132, 140) that are not used as a move button, a select button, and a release button can be deactivated.

[0166] Referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, the 3-3 display mode is described.

[0167] In the 3-3 display mode, multiple second detailed functions are listed on the third display (130). In the 3-3 display mode, multiple second detailed functions can be arranged on multiple second buttons () of the third display (130).

[0168] In the 3-3 display mode, the current indoor temperature can be displayed on the first display (110). In the 3-3 display mode, the first display (110) can display the current time.

[0169] In the 3-3 display mode, the first display (110) can display a state in which the second detailed functions are listed. Referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, the state in which the second detailed functions are listed at the bottom of the first display (110) is displayed with a separate character called “additional function.”

[0170] In the 3-3 display mode, a return button may be displayed on the second display (120). In the 3-3 display mode, one of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) of the second display (120) may be used as a return button to return to the first display mode.

[0171] In the 3-3 display mode, another first button (124) among the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) of the second display (120) can be used as a movement button. Another first button (124) among the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) of the second display (120) can be used as a movement button for changing the configuration of the second detailed function displayed on the third display (130).

[0172] In the 3-3 display mode, a plurality of second detailed functions are listed on the third display (130). The plurality of second detailed functions can be arranged on each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 146, 148, 140).

[0173] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 146, 148, 140) on which second detailed functions are displayed can be individually set or de-set. The user can individually touch each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 146, 148, 140) on which second detailed functions are displayed to activate or deactivate each second detailed function.

[0174] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 146, 148, 140) displaying second detailed functions can indicate whether the displayed second detailed functions are activated or deactivated. Whether the second detailed functions are activated can be determined by changing the color of the “point” displayed on each of the second buttons.

[0175] In the 3-3 display mode, one of the second buttons (142) of the plurality of second buttons of the third display (130) can be used as a movement button. The second button (142) used as a movement button can be operated in conjunction with the first button (124) used as a movement button in the second display (120). Referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, the first button (124) used as a movement button in the second display (120) can display an upward arrow, and the second button (142) used as a movement button in the third display (130) can display a downward arrow.

[0176] In the 3-3 display mode, one first button (124) displayed on the second display (120) and one second button (142) displayed on the third display (130) can be used as movement buttons for moving up and down. Here, the movement buttons can change the configuration of a plurality of second detailed functions displayed on the third display (130). That is, when the movement button is pressed, a plurality of second detailed functions that were not previously listed can be listed. That is, when the movement button is pressed, at least some of the plurality of second detailed functions that were previously listed can disappear, or all of the plurality of second detailed functions that were previously listed can disappear.

[0177] Hereinafter, a remote control device (100) according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 12.

[0178] The following description is based on differences from the remote control device according to the first embodiment illustrated in FIG. 3. Contents not described below can perform the same functions as the remote control device according to the first embodiment illustrated in FIG. 3.

[0179] In a remote control device (100) according to the second embodiment, a second display (120) and a third display (130) are arranged below a first display (110). In addition, a third display (130) is arranged above the second display (120).

[0180] The area occupied by the first display (110) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the second display (120). The area occupied by the first display (110) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the third display (130).

[0181] The area occupied by the third display (130) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the second display (120).

[0182] The first display (110) can display the operating status of the indoor unit (10). The first display (110) can change color according to the operating mode of the air conditioner. The first display (110) can display the operating mode of the air conditioner. The first display (110) can display the set temperature of the air conditioner. The first display (110) can display the fan speed of the air conditioner.

[0183] The first display (110) can display temperature information of an indoor space. The first display (110) can display the current time.

[0184] The first display (110) can list functions necessary for the operation of the indoor unit (10). The first display (110) can change the background color according to the operation mode of the indoor unit (10).

[0185] The first display (110) can display the current time.

[0186] The second display (120) is placed at the bottom. The second display (120) is placed below the third display (130).

[0187] The second display (120) may include two or more first buttons (122, 124). The second display (120) may include two first buttons (122, 124). The two first buttons (122, 124) may be arranged in the left and right directions.

[0188] Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) can perform multiple functions.

[0189] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a power button to turn off the power.

[0190] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a selection button to activate a second detailed function listed on the first display (120) or the third display (130).

[0191] Among the plurality of first buttons, one first button (122) can be used as a menu button for listing first detailed functions related to the operation of the air conditioner. Among the plurality of first buttons (122, 124), one first button can be used as a cancel button for canceling the state in which the first detailed functions are listed.

[0192] One of the first buttons (122, 124) may be disabled to restrict its use.

[0193] One first button among the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a movement button to move the second detailed function listed on the third display (130) in conjunction with one second button among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) of the third display (130).

[0194] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a cancel button to cancel the state in which the first detailed function is listed.

[0195] One of the first buttons (122, 124) can be used as a return button to return from a state in which the second detailed functions are listed to a state in which the first detailed functions are listed.

[0196] Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) may have a changed display. Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124) may have a changed screen output to each of the first buttons depending on its function.

[0197] The third display (130) can be placed between the first display (110) and the second display (120).

[0198] The third display (130) may include a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142). The third display (130) may include a plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) arranged in an up-down direction or a left-right direction.

[0199] The third display (130) may include six second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) arranged in the up-down and left-right directions.

[0200] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can be used as change buttons to change the operation of the air conditioner.

[0201] The two second buttons (132, 134) arranged vertically on the left can be used as mode change buttons. In addition, the two second buttons (136, 138) arranged vertically in the middle can be used as temperature change buttons. In addition, the two second buttons (140, 142) arranged vertically on the right can be used as fan speed change buttons.

[0202] Some of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may be used as mode change buttons for changing the operation mode of the air conditioner. Others of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may be used as temperature change buttons for changing the set temperature of the air conditioner. Still others of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) may be used as fan speed change buttons for changing the rotation speed of the fan of the air conditioner.

[0203] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, see Fig. 7) can be used as first sub-function buttons in which a plurality of first sub-functions are listed.

[0204] A plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can be used as second detailed function buttons in which a plurality of second detailed functions are listed.

[0205] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (136, 138) can be used as movement buttons for moving the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110).

[0206] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (142) may be used as selection buttons for selecting the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110). Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (134) may be used as release buttons for deselecting the second detailed functions listed on the first display (110).

[0207] Among the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142), some of the second buttons (136) can be used as power buttons to turn on the operation of the air conditioner.

[0208] Each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can change the screen output depending on its function. Each of the plurality of second buttons (132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) can output different content depending on the mode displayed by the remote control device (100).

[0209] When the two second buttons arranged vertically are used as mode change buttons, the second button arranged on the upper side may output an upward direction indication, and the second button arranged on the lower side may output a downward direction indication. In addition, when the two second buttons arranged vertically are used as mode change buttons, the indication “Operation Mode” may be output at the center of the two second buttons arranged vertically to indicate that the operation mode of the air conditioner can be changed.

[0210] The current operation mode of the air conditioner can be displayed in the first display (110) area located above the mode change button (132, 134).

[0211] When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as temperature change buttons, the second button arranged on the upper side may output an upward direction indication, and the second button arranged on the lower side may output a downward direction indication. When two second buttons arranged vertically are used as temperature change buttons, “set temperature” may be output in the center of the two second buttons arranged vertically to indicate that the set temperature can be changed.

[0212] The current set temperature of the air conditioner can be displayed in the first display (110) area located above the temperature change button (136, 138).

[0213] When the two second buttons arranged vertically are used as fan speed change buttons, the second button arranged on the upper side may output an upward direction indicator, and the second button arranged on the lower side may output a downward direction indicator. When the two second buttons arranged vertically are used as fan speed change buttons, the center portion of the two second buttons arranged vertically may output “wind speed” so that the fan rotation speed can be changed.

[0214] The current fan rotation speed of the air conditioner can be displayed in the first display (110) area located above the fan speed change button (140, 142).

[0215] Hereinafter, a remote control device (100) according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 13.

[0216] The following description is based on differences from the remote control device according to the first embodiment illustrated in FIG. 3. Contents not described below can perform the same functions as the remote control device according to the first embodiment illustrated in FIG. 3.

[0217] A remote control device (100) according to a third embodiment has a second display (120) and a third display (130) arranged below a first display (110). In addition, the second display (120) is arranged on the outside of the third display (130).

[0218] A third display (130) can be placed in the up, down, left, and right directions in the central portion, and a second display (120) can be placed in the corner portion.

[0219] The second display (120) may be configured to include a plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128). The third display (130) may be configured to include a plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142).

[0220] The area occupied by the first display (110) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the second display (120). The area occupied by the first display (110) is formed to be larger than the area occupied by the third display (130).

[0221] The first display (110) can display the operating status of the indoor unit (10). The first display (110) can change color according to the operating mode of the air conditioner. The first display (110) can display the operating mode of the air conditioner. The first display (110) can display the set temperature of the air conditioner. The first display (110) can display the fan speed of the air conditioner.

[0222] The first display (110) can list main functions so that functions related to the driving mode, set temperature, and fan speed can be changed.

[0223] The first display (110) can display temperature information of an indoor space. The first display (110) can display the current time.

[0224] The first display (110) can list functions necessary for the operation of the indoor unit (10). The first display (110) can change the background color according to the operation mode of the indoor unit (10).

[0225] The first display (110) can display the current time.

[0226] The second display (120) may include four first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128). The two first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) may be arranged spaced apart from each other in the left-right and up-down directions.

[0227] The plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) include a first-first button (122) that lists menu functions. When the first-first button (122) is pressed, a plurality of menu functions can be listed on the first display (110).

[0228] The 1-1 button (122) can be used as a return button.

[0229] The plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) include a first-second button (124) for selecting one of the functions listed on the first display (110).

[0230] Buttons 1-2 (124) can select one of the main function, menu function, and additional function.

[0231] The plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) include the 1-3 buttons (126) that list additional functions. When the 1-3 buttons (126) are pressed, a plurality of additional functions can be listed on the first display (110).

[0232] The plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) include a first-fourth button (128) that turns off the power of the remote control device. When the first-fourth button (128) is pressed, the power of the remote control device can be turned off.

[0233] Each of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) can perform multiple functions.

[0234] One of the first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) may be disabled to restrict its use.

[0235] The third display (130) may include a plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142). The third display (130) may include a plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) arranged in an up-down direction or a left-right direction.

[0236] The third display (130) may include four second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) arranged in the up-down and left-right directions.

[0237] Each of the plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) can be used as a movement button. Accordingly, the second button (136) positioned on the upper side may display an upward arrow, and the second button (138) positioned on the lower side may display a downward arrow. In addition, the second button (134) positioned on the left side may display a leftward arrow, and the second button (142) positioned on the right side may display a rightward arrow.

[0238] One of the second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) may be disabled to restrict its use.

[0239]

[0240] Referring to FIGS. 14 to 16, the display output to the remote control device according to the third embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0241] The remote control device (100) can output an off mode indicating that the air conditioner has stopped operating.

[0242] The remote control device (100) can output a first display mode in which the operating mode or set temperature of the air conditioner can be changed. The remote control device (100) can output a second display mode in which a plurality of menu functions are listed. The remote control device (100) can output a third display mode in which a plurality of additional functions are listed.

[0243] Menu functions and additional functions can perform separate functions.

[0244] Referring to Fig. 14, the first display mode is described.

[0245] In the first display mode, the air conditioner's operating mode or set temperature can be changed. In the first display mode, it can be switched to any of the off mode, the second display mode, and the third display mode.

[0246] In the first display mode, the first display (110) can display the current temperature of the indoor space. In the first display mode, the first display (110) can display the operating mode of the air conditioner in color.

[0247] In the first display mode, the first display (110) can display the current time.

[0248] In the first display mode, one first button (122) of the second display (120) can be used as a menu button. In the first display mode, another first button (124) of the second display (120) can be used as a power button.

[0249] In the first display mode, the first display (110) can list main functions so that functions related to the driving mode, set temperature, and fan speed can be changed.

[0250] In the first display mode, a plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) can be displayed as menu function buttons, selection buttons, additional function buttons, and power buttons.

[0251] That is, the 1-1 button (122) may be displayed as a menu function button that lists menu functions, and the 1-2 button (124) may be displayed as a selection button that selects one of the main functions. The 1-3 button (126) may be displayed as an additional function button that lists additional functions, and the 1-4 button (128) may be displayed as a power button that turns the power off.

[0252] In the first display mode, a plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) can be used as movement buttons. Directional indicators indicating up, down, left, and right can be output on each of the plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142).

[0253] Referring to Figure 15, the second display mode is described.

[0254] In the second display mode, menu functions can be listed on the first display (110). In the second display mode, the user can select one of the multiple menu functions listed.

[0255] In the second display mode, some of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) may be disabled.

[0256] In the second display mode, the 1-1 button (122) may be displayed as a return button. Accordingly, when a user presses the 1-1 button (122), the first display (110) may be switched to the first display mode.

[0257] Buttons 1-2 (124) may be displayed as selection buttons for selecting one of the menu functions.

[0258] Buttons 1-3 (126) and 1-4 (128) can be disabled.

[0259] In the second display mode, a plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) can be used as movement buttons. Directional indicators indicating up, down, left, and right can be output on each of the plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142).

[0260] Referring to Figure 16, the third display mode is described.

[0261] In the third display mode, additional functions can be listed on the first display (110). In the third display mode, the user can select one of the multiple menu functions listed.

[0262] In the third display mode, some of the plurality of first buttons (122, 124, 126, 128) may be disabled.

[0263] In the third display mode, the 1-1 button (122) may be displayed as a return button. Accordingly, when a user presses the 1-1 button (122), the first display (110) may be switched to the first display mode.

[0264] Buttons 1-2 (124) may be displayed as selection buttons for selecting one of the menu functions.

[0265] Buttons 1-3 (126) and 1-4 (128) can be disabled.

[0266] In the third display mode, some of the second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) may be disabled.

[0267] In the third display mode, some of the second buttons (136, 138) among the plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) can be used as movement buttons. Directional indicators indicating up and down can be output on each of the second buttons (136, 138) among the plurality of second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142).

[0268] In the third display mode, some of the second buttons (134, 136, 138, 142) among the plurality of second buttons (134, 142) may be deactivated.

[0269] Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described above, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and various modifications may be made by a person skilled in the art without departing from the gist of the present invention as claimed in the claims. Furthermore, such modifications should not be understood individually from the technical idea or prospect of the present invention.

Claims

1. First display that shows the operating status of the air conditioner or the temperature of the indoor space; A second display disposed at the lower side of the display and including a plurality of first buttons for turning the air conditioner on / off or listing or canceling a plurality of detailed functions for controlling the air conditioner; and A third display is disposed at the lower side of the above display and includes a plurality of second buttons for changing the operation mode of the air conditioner and the desired temperature of the indoor space. A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein each of the plurality of first buttons and the plurality of second buttons uses a touch screen to change a display.

2. In paragraph 1, The above remote control device is a remote control device for an air conditioner that outputs one of a first display mode in which the operation mode or set temperature of the air conditioner can be changed, a second display mode listing a plurality of first detailed functions that control detailed functions of the air conditioner, and a third display mode listing a plurality of second detailed functions that control detailed functions of the first detailed functions.

3. In paragraph 2, In the above first display mode, One of the first buttons among the above plurality of first buttons is used as a menu button for changing the first display mode to the second display mode, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein another first button among the plurality of first buttons is used as a power button to turn off the power of the remote control device.

4. In paragraph 2, In the above first display mode, Among the plurality of second buttons, a pair of second buttons arranged in the vertical direction are used as mode change buttons for changing the operation mode of the air conditioner. A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein among the plurality of second buttons, another pair of second buttons arranged in an upward and downward direction are used as temperature change buttons for changing the set temperature of the air conditioner.

5. In paragraph 4, In the above first display mode, The operation mode of the air conditioner is displayed on the lower part of the second button positioned at the top and the upper part of the second button positioned at the bottom among the pair of second buttons used as the above mode change buttons. A remote control device for an air conditioner in which the set temperature is displayed on the lower part of the second button positioned at the upper part and the upper part of the second button positioned at the lower part among a pair of second buttons used as the temperature change buttons.

6. In paragraph 2, In the above first display mode, The above first display is a remote control device for an air conditioner whose color changes according to the operation mode of the air conditioner.

7. In paragraph 2, In the above second display mode, A remote control device for an air conditioner in which the plurality of first detailed functions are displayed on each of the plurality of second buttons arranged on the third display.

8. In paragraph 2, In the above second display mode, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein one of the plurality of first buttons is used as a cancel button for switching to the first display mode.

9. In paragraph 8, In the above second display mode, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein another first button among the plurality of first buttons is deactivated.

10. In paragraph 2, The above third display mode is a remote control device for an air conditioner in which a plurality of second detailed functions are displayed listed on one of the first display and the third display.

11. In paragraph 2, In the third display mode above, The plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on the first display above, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein at least one pair of the above plurality of second buttons is used as a movement button for moving between the plurality of second detailed functions listed on the above first display.

12. In paragraph 2, In the third display mode above, The plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on the first display above, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein one of the first button and the second button is used as a selection button for selecting at least one of the plurality of second detailed functions.

13. In paragraph 2, In the third display mode above, A remote control device for an air conditioner in which a plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on a plurality of second buttons arranged on the third display.

14. In paragraph 2, In the third display mode above, One of the first buttons among the plurality of first buttons and one of the second buttons among the plurality of second buttons are used as movement buttons, A remote control device for an air conditioner in which the remaining second buttons among the plurality of second buttons display the plurality of second detailed functions.

15. In paragraph 1, The above remote control device displays the operation mode or set temperature of the air conditioner, displays a first detailed function that controls a detailed function of the air conditioner, or displays a second detailed function that controls a detailed function of the first detailed function. The above first detailed function is a remote control device for an air conditioner displayed on each of the plurality of second buttons.

16. In paragraph 15, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein when a plurality of second detailed functions are displayed on the first display, a pair of second buttons arranged vertically among the plurality of second buttons are used as movement buttons for moving among the plurality of second detailed functions listed on the first display.

17. In paragraph 15, A remote control device for an air conditioner that uses one first button among the plurality of first buttons as a movement button for changing the configuration of the plurality of second detailed functions displayed on the third display when the number of the second detailed functions to be displayed on the plurality of second buttons is greater than the number of the plurality of second buttons.

18. In paragraph 1, A remote control device for an air conditioner that uses one of the plurality of second buttons as a power button to turn on the power of the remote control device when the power of the remote control device is turned off.

19. In paragraph 1, A remote control device for an air conditioner, wherein the color of the first display changes when the operation mode of the air conditioner is changed by pressing some of the plurality of second buttons.

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