MXPA06005832A - Air conditioner - Google Patents

Abstract

An air conditioner is provided. A predetermined character and/or its applied character image are/is displayed on a display window of the air conditioner. The character and/or the character image are/is changed depending on the operational states of the air conditioner, so that the user perceives the operational state of the air conditioner more conveniently. The air conditioner has advantages in that the user can perceive the operational state of the air conditioner more conveniently, the user can be stimulated to purchase the product, and a use term of the air conditioner can be extended.

Description

AIR CONDITIONER FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to an air conditioner and, more particularly, to an air conditioner capable of improving the perception of a user. The air conditioner includes a display window on one side, so that an image adapted for the air conditioner or a character image having a high user preference is displayed in the display window. In addition, an operation for handling the air conditioner is more convenient through a change in the character image. Specifically, the present invention relates to an air conditioner that can adequately display the character image depending on an operational state, thereby improving the perception of a user.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION An air conditioner that is generally used in the home includes a handling part, a deployment window in which an operational condition of the air conditioner is deployed, as well as an actuating part which has a plurality of equipment suitable for an air characteristic. conditioned. The deployment window is configured to simply display the operational status of the air conditioner with liquid crystal display (LCD), shadows, arrows, digits, and so on. Since the display window that allows a user to observe the operational status of the air conditioner, has a construction too simple, the user can not observe the operational condition of the air conditioner at first sight. In other words, the user should look at the digits or arrows near the air conditioner. Specifically, among the appliances, the air conditioner is installed in a wall or interior space of an office or home, so that it warms up or cools its interior. The air conditioner includes a compressor, a condenser, an expansion value and an evaporator, as well as a series of one refrigeration cycle. In general, the air conditioner has a plurality of operational states, such as a dehumidifying state, a cooling state and a rapid cooling state. However, the user must approach the indoor unit of the air conditioner in order to identify the operational status of the air conditioner. Even if a deployment window is installed on an internal unit, the user must look at an arrow or appeal of the operational status near the internal unit. In addition, the complex operational status of air conditioning can be perceived through digits, letters, arrows, symbols, and so on. As described above, conventional air conditioning has disadvantages because it lacks freshness and animation, since temperature, humidity and operational states are displayed statically. In addition, an image displayed in the deployment window is predefined in a manufacturing step and can not be modified. Therefore, the user is subject to tiring of the image and tends to acquire a new air conditioner, thus reducing the period of use of air conditioning. Meanwhile, a virtual reality that uses Internet connected through networks, has recently been in the crosshairs. In such a virtual reality, Individuals feel satisfied that the Internet uses its own characters as others do. A whole series of content industries associated with it is growing. These characters are called "AVATA". Until now, the use of AVATA is limited to the virtual space, which is connected to. through the Internet.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Technical problem A purpose of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner having an improved user perception, wherein a display window in which a character is displayed, is provided on one side of the air conditioner, thereby improving the preference of a user.

In addition, one purpose of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner having improved user perception, wherein an image of characters displayed in a deployment window is modified depending on an operational condition of the air conditioner. , so that a user can perceive the operational state more conveniently.To further enhance the user's perception, the operational status of the air conditioner can be displayed in one voice. • - Furthermore, one purpose of the present invention is to provide a air conditioning that can improve a user's satisfaction a lot more by making a whole set of characters, which are displayed in a display window, be modifiable depending on the preference of a user. In addition, the term of use is extended. Additionally, one purpose of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner that can improve the convenience of using much more air conditioning by implementing various types of deployment arrangements depending on a user's preference. Additionally, one purpose of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner having improved user perception, wherein a deployment window disposed on a front side of the air conditioner can be fixed stably to increase the readability of the display window. Additionally, one purpose of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner having an improved user perception, wherein a deployment window can be assembled with greater convenience and in a simple manner, as well as a manufacturing process can be performed with greater convenience.

Technical solution In order to achieve the above purposes, an air conditioner is provided, which includes: a frame formed on either side of an indoor unit of the air conditioner; a base formed on a back side of the frame; a heat exchanger arranged in an internal space between the frame and the base, to perform the thermal exchange; a hole formed in the internal space between the frame and the base, to guide the air flow; a fan to generate a forced blow; a cover arranged on a front side of the frame; a deployment actuator board disposed on an inner surface of the cover; an image panel controlled by the deployment driver board and disposed within the cover; and a front panel arranged to cover the frame in a position corresponding to the image panel and having a transparent portion. In another aspect of the present invention, an air conditioner includes: a front frame and a base that form a predetermined space there; a heat exchanger arranged in the internal space between the frame and the base, to perform the thermal exchange, a hole to guide the air flow and a fan to generate a forced blow; a bottom cover formed on a front side of the front frame, as well as a top cover coupled with the bottom cover; a circuit board - LCD panel actuator arranged on an inner surface of the lower cover; an LCD panel controlled by a control signal from the circuit board of the LCD panel; and a front panel arranged to cover the frame in a position corresponding to the image panel and having a transparent portion. In another aspect of the present invention, an air conditioner includes: a front panel formed on a front side of an indoor unit of the air conditioner; a front frame to which the front panel is fixed; an image display panel arranged in a portion between the front panel and the front frame; a board that operates the image display panel and adapts to at least one storage medium; and a cover to protect the image display panel and the storage medium. In another aspect of the present invention, an air conditioner includes: a front panel formed on a front side of an indoor unit of the air conditioner; a front frame to which the front panel is fixed; an image display panel arranged in a portion between the front panel and the front frame; a board that operates the image display panel and adjusts to a storage medium that stores information related to a predetermined character at least displayed in the image display panel; and a cover to protect the image display panel and the storage medium.

Advantageous effects In accordance with the present invention, the character image of a user can be displayed in an air conditioner, so as to increase the desire to acquire the product, as well as the satisfaction of the user. In addition, a character can be changed depending on the preference of a user, thus satisfying the user even more. In addition, since the character can be conveniently changed, the convenience of the user is improved. In addition, an action of a character deployed in an air conditioner can be visibly changed in different ways, depending on the characteristics of the operational states of the air conditioner. Therefore, the operational status of the air conditioner can be easily perceived. Due to a voice generation part, the operational state can be perceived with greater reliability. Additionally, a user can be considerably satisfied by recording the voice of their favorite person for voice generation. Additionally, in such a recent environment in which the design of an air conditioner tends to have a strong influence on the selection of an air condition, the user's satisfaction and convenience of use of the product can be further improved by loading the image of Favorite characters of a user.

Additionally, since a deployment window of an air conditioner can be mounted reliably and stably, a procedure required to mount the deployment window is simplified and the number of necessary parts is reduced. The user can correctly verify an expanded state of the deployment window, regardless of the state of use of the air conditioner.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The embodiments of the present invention will be fully understood with reference to the accompanying drawings. Figure 1 is a view illustrating a state of use of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. Figure 2 is a side view of a first internal unit in accordance with the present invention. Figure 3 is a partial enlarged view of a front panel in accordance with the present invention. Figure 4 is a front view illustrating the operation of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. Figure 5 is a side view illustrating the operation of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. Figure 6 is a front perspective view of a second internal unit in accordance with the present invention.

. Figure 7 is a rear perspective view of a second internal unit in accordance with the present invention. Figure 8 is a schematic perspective view of a second internal unit in accordance with the present invention. Figure 9 is a front view illustrating a front panel of a second internal unit in accordance with the present invention. Figure 10 is a rear view of a front panel in accordance with the present invention. Figure 11 is a perspective view illustrating a shape reinforcement member of a second internal unit in accordance with the present invention. Figure 12 is a front perspective view of a front frame in accordance with the present invention. Figure 13 is a front view of a state display part in accordance with the present invention. Figure 14 is a perspective view illustrating an upper cover of a state deployment part in accordance with the present invention. Figure 15 is a view illustrating the operation of a deployment part in accordance with the present invention. Figure 16 is a block diagram of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention, illustrating a control status of the air conditioner.

Figure 17 is a flow diagram illustrating a way of loading an image of characters of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. Figure 18 is a flow diagram illustrating a mode of displaying a character image of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. Figure 19 is an example of a view of a character image displayed in a start / stop mode of an air conditioner. - Figure 20 is an example view of a character image displayed in a cooling operation mode of an air conditioner. Figure 21 is an example of a view of a character image displayed in a dehumidification operation mode of an air conditioner. Figure 22 is an example view of a character image displayed in an artificial intelligence operation mode of an air conditioner. Figure 23 is an example view of a character image displayed in a plasma cleaning operation mode of an air conditioner. Figure 24 is a view of a character image displayed in a deployment part in accordance with a second embodiment of the present invention.

And Figure 25 is a view of an operational condition of an air conditioner, which is deployed in a deployment part.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although the present invention will be shown and described in particular with reference to examples of modalities thereof, the person skilled in the art will understand that different changes in form and details could be made therein, without deviating from the spirit and scope of the present invention. , as defined in the claims that appear later. Although an air conditioner is described by way of example, the present invention can be applied to other household appliances.

First Mode Figure 1 is a view illustrating a state of use of an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. With respect to Figure 1, an air conditioner in accordance with the present invention includes a first indoor unit installed in an interior of a building, a second indoor unit 200 installed in a separate space, separate from the first indoor unit 100, a unit external 10 communicating with the internal units 100 and 200 through a refrigerant pipe 12, as well as a data entry part 20 for controlling the display windows of the internal units 100 and 200. In addition, the introduction part of the data 20 is connected to the internal units 100 and 200 through a cable 104. The external unit 10 includes an external fan 11 for carrying out a heat exchange with respect to a refrigerant. The data entry part 20 may be a computer that is widely used in the home. At least one of the cable 104, a network and a wireless communication network can be applied to the computer 20. In addition, the internal units 100 and 200 include display portions 160 and 350 where at least the character image is displayed. . A whole series of character images can be applied depending on the types of air conditioning. For example, a penguin image can be applied to an air conditioner and a duck image can be applied to a pot. The character images may be stored previously in a storage medium provided inside the air conditioner, or they may be entered directly through the data entry part 20 by a user. The character image is so large that the user can see the image of characters from a distance and perceive the shape of the character image. The character can be an animal-shaped image. In addition to the image in the form of an animal, an image in the form of a pet, whose meaning can be perceived, could be used. Additionally, each of the display portions 160 and 350 may additionally include a status display window to accurately display an operational condition of the air conditioner with a numerical value or arrow, as well as the character image. Additionally, although an external unit and two internal units are shown by way of example in this embodiment, the present invention can be further applied when an internal unit is used. This is also included within the spirit and scope of the present invention. Among the above internal units, the first indoor unit 100 is an indoor type indoor unit, while the second indoor unit 200 is an indoor unit of wall type. Since a plurality of internal units are installed in separate internal spaces, heating / cooling can be achieved perfectly with respect to a general internal area. An operation of the air conditioner constructed as indicated above will now be described briefly. First, a refrigerant in which a heat exchange is performed by the external unit 10 flows through the tube 12 to the internal units 100 and 200, while the heating / cooling operation performed by the internal units can be easily understood . Images of predetermined characters are displayed in the deployment parts 160 and 350 of the air conditioner.The character images can be an image that is previously stored in a storage medium provided inside the air conditioner, or an image that is entered arbitrarily through the user input part. In addition, the character images displayed in the display portions 160 and 350 may have an equal character, but be a different image representing a corresponding operational state, depending on the operational states of the air conditioner. The character images can also be a photograph. Since the character images are displayed in the above manner, the user can conveniently perceive the operational status of the air conditioner and the convenience of using the air conditioning, as well as the product image, can be further improved. Figure 2 is a side view of the first indoor unit 100 . in accordance with the present invention. With respect to Figures 1 and 2, the first indoor unit 100 includes a front panel 110 elongated downwardly and upward, to form a front appearance, a side panel 120 that forms a side appearance, a rear panel 130 that forms a rear appearance, a top panel 140 forming a superior appearance and a base support 150 forming a lower surface. A user interface part disposed adjacent to the deployment part 160 will be described in detail. The deployment part 160 is disposed in an upper center of the front panel 110. A specified character image is displayed in the display part 160. The display part 160 includes a liquid crystal display (LCD). ) and a light emitting device (LED, for its acronym in English). The character image can be an AVATA or any other image. The LCD is a deployment device to which a liquid crystal operation (LC) is applied. The liquid crystal will now be described in detail. The liquid crystal molecule is an intermediate substance between a liquid state and a solid state. The liquid crystal molecule is called anisotropic liquid, because the molecular arrangement is regular in a certain direction, while the molecular arrangement is irregular in a different direction and the liquid crystal is optically in a crystal state. Liquid crystal, which is an organic molecule that has the liquidity of a liquid, is arranged in a regular way like a crystal. The LCD displays an image using a property that the molecular arrangement is modified due to an external electric field. The LCD has features of thinness, light weight and low power consumption, regardless of the size of the screen. Therefore, the LCD can be installed conveniently in the air conditioner that has a narrow space. In addition, the LCD can reproduce full colors using the colors red, green and blue. Therefore, a colorful character image can be implemented without problems. Since a principle of operation of the LCD and a method of reproducing the color of a backlight are well known, its detailed descriptions will be omitted. Additionally, since the LED reproduces the red, green and blue colors through a semiconductor light emitting device, it can act as a deployment device and can be adapted for a large screen, since the LCD can reproduce different colors, the aesthetic sense and user preference for the product improve much more. The Character Image can be displayed in different ways and different AVATAs can be displayed depending on the operational conditions of the air conditioning. Specifically, AVATA is used to display the otherness of a specific individual in the virtual space. A specific character is available different positions, locations, backgrounds and features, without any change in the character issue. Therefore, it is useful to show different characteristics to the user. For example, when the air conditioner is turned on, the character appears and greets with a bright smile. While the air conditioner is operating, the character acts in different ways, depending on the operating modes. In other words, in a "cooling operation", the character plays the ball with a penguin while, in a "dehumidification operation", the character squeezes the water out of the clothes. Additionally, the character is different depending on the temperature of the moment. For example, if the temperature of the moment is greater than a desired temperature, the character perspires profusely, whereas if the temperature of the moment is lower than the desired temperature, the character trembles from cold. At this time, it is preferable to use the same character. In addition, the first indoor unit 100 is configured to report the current operational status and temperature of the conditioned air with speech, in addition to the character image. In detail, the current state and operational status of the air conditioner is informed through a loudspeaker with a human voice under the control of a controller (not shown); for example, "this air conditioner is now in the cooling operation", "the current temperature is 26 degrees" or "the current air current is strong". The information can be expressed as corresponding to the AVATA form, or separately, without being associated with it. For this purpose, a storage means and / or a microphone for a recording function is provided within the first indoor unit 100. The user can record his own voice or replace the specified voice with a recorded sound separately. Therefore, the operational status of the air conditioner is informed with the user's own voice or with a separate melody. Of course, the voice can be stored through the data input part 20. In addition, the LCD of the display part 160 is specified in the operation in an energy saving mode. If the operation of the air conditioner stops, the AVATA deployed in the deployment part 160 greets and disappears.

- A receiving unit is optionally provided within the first internal unit 100, so that it unloads the AVATA through a direct connection or wireless connection with an external unit. He AVATA can be downloaded through the Internet, a telephone line and a cell phone. The data input part 20 is connected to the internal units 100 and 200. The data input part 20 is connected to the internal units 100 and 200 through the cable 104 and, more particularly, to the controller to control the part 160. Therefore, the user can create or directly program the desired character on the computer 20 and load it into the controller. In addition, the user can download it through communication networks, such as the Internet or the telephone. In other words, the user can access the Internet through the computer 20, download the character provided from a corresponding network site and upload it to the controller. In addition, the user can download the character through a mobile device, such as a cell phone and transmit it to the controllers of the internal units 100 and 200. A status display part 170 is additionally provided in a lower portion of the part of the device. display 160. State display part 170 displays the operational status of the air conditioner with diagrams, letters and numerical values. Like the display part 160, the state display part 170 can be configured with an LCD or LED. In addition, a plurality of manipulation buttons 180 are provided on both sides of the deployment part 160. The operation of the air conditioner can be specified using the manipulation buttons. 180. Additionally, the manipulation buttons are used to specify or modify the display part 160. Of course, the air conditioner can be operated by a remote controller. Figure 3 is a partial enlarged view of the front panel of the air conditioner according to the present invention. A construction of the deployment part 160 will be fully understood with reference to Figure 3. A functional operation of the air conditioner will now be briefly described. An inlet port 122 is formed in the side panel 120, providing a side appearance of the first indoor unit 100. Air is introduced from an internal space through the inlet port 122. An inlet grill 124 is additionally installed on one side external of the inlet port 122. An air filter (not shown) for filtering foreign substances contained in the introduced air is additionally provided on an internal side of the inlet grate 124. The upper panel 140 moves up and down . In other words, the upper panel 140 is supported by a support 142, which is provided on the right and left sides, as well as on the front and rear sides, and moves upwards. On the rear side, a rear locking plate 144 slides from an upper end of the first internal unit 100 and projects upwards. A plurality of exit ribs 146 are formed on the right and left sides of the support 142. The exit ribs 146 are formed above and below spaced from each other by a predetermined interval. The exit ribs 146 guide a discharge direction, so that the air discharged from the inside of the first indoor unit 100 upwards can be discharged in a front or side direction. In addition, a heat exchanger (not shown) is installed inside the first internal unit 100, allowing a thermal exchange to occur between the air introduced through the inlet port 122 and the refrigerant flowing through the first internal unit. 100. A blower fan (not shown) and a motor (not shown) are embedded. The blower blows the air in a forced way, so as to discharge again the air, which is introduced through the inlet port 122, into the internal space through the upper end of the first internal unit 100. The motor produces a rotating energy to the fan blower. In addition, the external unit 10 performs a refrigeration cycle of the air conditioner, together with the internal units 100 and 200. Although not shown, a plurality of parts, such as a compressor for compressing the refrigerant and an external heat exchanger for an exchange thermal, is embedded inside the external unit 10.

Figures 4 and 5 are a front view and a side view illustrating an operation of the air conditioner according to the present invention respectively. An operation of the air conditioner, specifically the first indoor unit 100, will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. First, a cover will be described below when the air conditioner operates in a cooling mode. The air conditioner is operated using the remote controller or by pressing the handling button 180. If the air conditioner starts to operate, the air from the interior space is introduced into the first indoor unit 100 through the inlet port 122. The air filter (not shown) filters foreign substances from the introduced air. The heat exchanger (not shown) provided within the first indoor unit 100 performs a heat exchanger between the air and the refrigerant, thereby reducing the temperature. At this time, the thermal exchanger provided to the interior of the first indoor unit 100 acts as the evaporator. Therefore, the air introduced from the interior space is devoid of heat by the refrigerant flowing through the heat exchanger, thus reducing the temperature. The cooled air is introduced into the blower fan (not shown). The fan blower (not shown) forcibly blows the air upwards and discharges it into the interior space. Meanwhile, when the air conditioner operates, the top panel 140 moves upwards. Accordingly, the exit rib 146 provided in the support 142 is exposed externally. The air that is blown upwardly by the blower blows against a bottom surface of the top panel 140 and rotates in a lateral direction. The locking rear plate 144 is formed integrally at the rear end of the top panel 140. The rear locking plate 144 slides upward, together with the top panel 140 and is exposed. Therefore, the air discharged upwards is not discharged in a rear direction, but is discharged in the front or side direction. At this time, the air is discharged into the interior space in such a state that the discharge direction is adjusted by the exit rib 146. As a result, the air discharged into the interior space is a cooled air, whose heat is exchanged by the heat exchanger. Therefore, a cold air is supplied to the interior space and, therefore, a cooling operation is achieved. Meanwhile, the same as in the first indoor unit 100, a thermal exchange is also performed in the external unit 10. In other words, when the air conditioner operates in the cooling mode, the heat exchanger of the first indoor unit 100 it acts as the evaporator, while the heat exchanger of the external unit 10 acts as the condenser. Accordingly, the temperature of the external air introduced in the external unit 10 is increased and subsequently discharged to the outside. In this way, the cooling operation is performed in the first indoor unit 100 and the heating operation is performed. In general, a cooling cycle is achieved. When the air conditioner operates in the cooling mode, the deployment part 160 is also turned on, so that different - AVATAs appear and inform the operational states of the air conditioner. For example, when the air conditioner is initially turned on, the specified AVATA appears and greets you with a bright smile. In cooling mode, an image can be displayed in which the AVATA plays the ball with a penguin at the South Pole. Of course, if the user specifies another character, another form can be displayed. If the cooling operation continues being necessary because the temperature of the moment does not reach the specified temperature, an Image can be displayed in which the AVATA perspires profusely. In addition, while operating the air conditioner, the operational status can be informed by voice, except that the character is displayed in the display part 160. For example, when the air conditioner operates in the cooling mode, a message of "this air conditioning is now in the cooling operation "is generated through loudspeaker 190. If the user enters a melody or recorded voice, a corresponding message may be generated. Now we will describe a case in which the air conditioner operates in the heating mode.

As in the cooling mode, a thermal exchange is performed with respect to the internal air introduced through the inlet port 122 of the first indoor unit 100. Then, the air is discharged back into the interior space through the end of the first internal unit 100. At this time, the refrigeration cycle is performed in inverse manner. Therefore, the heat exchanger embedded in the first indoor unit 100 acts as the condenser, so that the temperature of the internal air introduced rises. As described above, when the air conditioner is turned on, the display part 160 is also turned on to display the greeting AVATA. If the user selects the warm-up mode, the specified AVATA image is displayed. For example, an AVATA image can be displayed swimming in the sea. In addition, different images can be displayed depending on the programs established by the user. Simultaneously, a message of "this air conditioner is now in the heating operation" is generated through the loudspeaker 190. Furthermore, said message can be changed in different ways, depending on the configuration of the user. In addition, if the temperature of the moment is lower than the desired temperature, an image can be displayed in which the character trembles with cold.

If the user turns off the air conditioning, the AVATA says goodbye graciously and disappears. In this way, the heating operation of the air conditioner can be completed. Meanwhile, if the user does not like the character image and the voice of the display part 160 or if the user wishes to use his own character and voice image, the program can be downloaded using the communication equipment, such as the Internet or a computer. cell phone, or you can enter it directly. Figures 6 to 15 are views illustrating the construction and operation of the second indoor unit in the air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. The second internal unit is of the wall mount type and is small in size, so that the installation space for the deployment part is small and the air discharge space is narrow. Therefore, an additional structure is required to mount the deployment part. Thus, the second internal unit must be formed in a specific structure, which can satisfy said requirements. Figures 6 and 7 are a front perspective view and a rear perspective view of the second internal unit according to the present invention respectively. With respect to Figures 6 and 7, the second internal unit 200 in accordance with the present invention includes: a front panel 201 that forms a front surface of the second internal unit 200; a front frame 280 in which the front panel 201 is adjusted to thereby form a front cover, wherein the front frame 280 has exit ports 281 on both sides; An exit opening / closing unit 500 mounted between the front frame 280 and the front panel 201; an exit port 400 connected to the exit opening / closing unit 500, for opening / closing the exit port 281; a base 260 connected to the front frame 280, to thereby form a back cover; and a tube cover 290 formed on a lower side of the second internal unit, to receive a whole series of tubes. In detail, the outlet port for discharging the introduced internal air is formed at a predetermined position of the front frame 280, while the inlet port for introducing the internal air is formed at a predetermined position of the base 260. In other words, a top inlet port 261 is formed in a top tilt surface of the base 260 and a central inlet port 262 is formed in a central surface of the base 260. It is evident that an additional inlet port can be formed on both sides of the tilt surface of the base 260. A grid shaped grid is formed at the entrance ports 261 and 262, so that the impurities contained in the air introduced in the second internal unit 200 are basically filtered. In addition, a filter insertion hole 263 can additionally be formed on a lower side of the base 260, so that the fine foreign substances contained in the internal air are filtered again, which are filtered essentially by the entrance grate formed between the upper input port 261 and central input port 262. Additionally, a display window 210 for displaying the character image and operation display window 211 to display the operational status of the air conditioner is formed in predetermined positions of the front panel 201. Therefore, the user can be conveniently informed of the operational status of the general air conditioner, including the second indoor unit 200. As in the first indoor unit 100, the user's convenience and perception can be further improved by deploying Character image in the display windows. A flow of the air introduced into the second indoor unit 200 will now be described in detail. The air introduced into the second indoor unit 200 is introduced through at least one or more inlet ports 261 and 262 and the filter insertion hole 263 , which are formed on one side of the base 260 and, subsequently, it is discharged through at least one outlet port 281, which is formed on one side of the front frame 280. Figure 8 is a schematic perspective view of the second internal unit according to the present invention. With respect to Figure 8, the second indoor unit 200 of the air conditioner in accordance with the present invention includes: a front panel 201 that forms a front appearance of the second indoor unit 200; a front frame 280 wherein the front panel is adjusted to thereby form a front surface; a blower fan 235 formed on a rear side of the front frame 280, for introducing the internal air; a hole 240 formed in a back side of the blower fan 235, to guide the direction of the air introduced by means of the rotation of the fan blower; a heat exchanger 250 formed on a rear side of the orifice 240, to come into contact with the introduced air to thereby reduce the temperature of the introduced air; and a base 260 formed on a rear side of the heat exchanger 250 and connected to the front frame 280. In addition, an output opening / closing unit 500 is provided between the front panel 210 and the front frame 280, so as to open / closing the outlet port 281. The second indoor unit can be assembled according to the order of the front panel 201, the front frame 280, the blower fan 235, the orifice 240, the heat exchanger 250 and the base 260. In detail, the orifice 240 includes: an air guide hole 245 for guiding the air introduced to the blower fan 235; an upper air guide 241 formed on an upper side, so as to guide the internal air introduced through the air guide hole 245 to both sides; a lower air guide 242 formed on a lower side, so as to guide down the internal air introduced through the air guide 245; and a lower outlet door 243 for discharging the air guided by the lower air guide 242 inwardly.

In addition, an engine for rotating the blower fan 235 and an electronic component part 249 for controlling the drive of the electronic components, are additionally provided in an upper space between the front frame 280 and the hole 240. A draining vessel 270 further provides on a lower side of the heat exchanger 250, so as to bring together the condensed water formed on the surface of the heat exchanger 250. Additionally, a pipe cover 290 for receiving a whole series of tubes connected to the drain vessel 270 and the second internal unit 200, is provided on a lower side of the draining vessel 270. In this way, the second indoor unit of the air conditioner according to the present invention is provided. Now the function and operation of the respective parts will be described. First, the front panel 201 joins the front surface of the second indoor unit 200, so that it forms an external appearance of the second indoor unit elegantly. The windows 210 and 211 are formed on one side of the front panel 201, so as to display the operation and / or operational status of the second indoor unit 200. In order to make the appearance of the second indoor unit look clean and beautiful, finishing materials can be used or a design added. A _ detailed description of the front panel 201 will be provided later.

In addition, the front panel 201 is joined to the front frame 280 and a frame of the front frame 280 can be inclined at a predetermined angle. A side exit port 281 and a lower exit port 283 can be formed in at least one frame, so that the air is discharged, which is introduced into the second indoor unit 200 and cooled by means of the heat exchanger 250. The front panel 201 can be fixedly attached to front frame 280. A hinge can be provided on one side, so as to make front panel 201 movable to the right and / or left and the outlet port can be formed on the side front of the second internal unit 200. In addition, the fan blower 235 is rotated by the motor attached to a rear side of the front frame 280, so that the internal air is introduced into the second internal unit 200. It can be installed at least a blower fan 235, depending on the size and use of the second internal unit 200. The orifice 240 functions to guide a flow of air introduced to the fan fan 235. The air flow direction int. conducted through the guide hole 245 is determined by the air guides 241 and 242 and the air is discharged through the outlet ports 281 and 263. The air guide 241 can be formed in different ways, depending on the direction and exit port number. Additionally, a wind direction controller 244 and a safety net 246 are provided. The wind direction controller 244 joins with both sides of the hole 240 and rotates at a predetermined angle, thereby controlling the air direction cold unloaded. The safety net 246 protects the user or children from the blower fan 235 when they touch it. The heat exchanger 250 includes a heat exchange tube, which is curved several times. A low-pressure, low-temperature refrigerant traversing an expander flows through the heat exchange tube 251. Therefore, the air introduced into the second internal unit 200 is devoid of heat while passing through the heat exchanger 250 and, therefore, therefore, it goes into a low temperature state. During this process, the moisture contained in the introduced air cools and, therefore, condenses on the surface of the heat exchanger 250. The cooling effect improves the wider the area of the heat exchanger 250. Therefore, the heat exchanger 250 may be formed with a rectangular planar shape or inclined at a predetermined angle. The drainage vessel 270 is formed on a lower side of the heat exchanger 250, so that it gathers the condensed water formed on the surface of the heat exchanger 250 and prevents the condensed water from spilling from the second internal unit 200. In addition, the base 260 includes: a top inlet port 261 formed on an upper side, to introduce the internal air; and a central inlet port 262 formed in a central portion of the base 260. The shape and number of the inlet port can be freely selected depending on the volume and shape of the second internal unit. A grate is formed at the inlet ports 261 and 262, with a spacing of a predetermined interval and interbreeding with each other. Therefore, the impurities contained in the internal air introduced in the second internal unit 200 are filtered in a basic manner. A filter insertion hole 263 may be formed on one side of the base 260. A filter (not shown) for filtering impurities, such as dirt, contained in the introduced air, is inserted into the filter insertion hole 263. It is preferable that the impurities are prevented from attaching to the surface of the heat exchanger 250 by inserting the filter between the base 260 and the heat exchanger 250. The filter insertion hole 263 may be an inlet port for the internal air. In addition, the second inner unit 200 can be freely installed at the corner of the wall, causing the base frame 260 to tilt at a predetermined angle. It is evident that the entrance port can be formed on the sides. Furthermore, it is evident that a holding hole or a holding groove can be formed at one edge of the base 260, so that the second internal unit 200 can be joined. Figures 9 and 10 are a front view and a rear view of the front panel of the second inner panel respectively. With respect to Figures 9 and 10, the front panel 201 according to the present invention corresponds to the front surface of the second indoor unit and can be painted in different colors. The front panel 201 can be decorated with photographs or images. The front panel 201 includes a transparent operation display window 211, through which the displayed screen is displayed in the status display part of the second indoor unit 200, as well as a transparent display window 210 through the which shows a screen that 5. displays the character image. In addition, the front panel 201 includes: a front frame coupling rib 216 projected on a rear upper side with a predetermined length and connected to the front frame 280; and a front frame coupling projection 213 projected on a lower or rear side with a predetermined length, as well as curved and extended downward. In detail, the front frame engaging rib 216 is inserted into a front panel adjusting notch (285, in figure 12) formed on an upper side of the front frame 280. The front frame engaging projection 213 is inserted into the front frame. the fastening member of the front panel (286, in Figure 12) mounted on a lower side of the front frame 280. In this manner, the front panel 201 can be adjusted in the front frame 280. Additionally, at least one member Shape reinforcement 220 is attached vertically, so as to maintain the shape of the front panel 0 201 and cause the front panel 201 to tolerate an external force. In detail, since the front panel 201 is thin, it bends easily and is susceptible to damage due to external impact. Accordingly, as shown, the shape reinforcement member (see Figure 9) is additionally attached. The shape reinforcement member 220 will be described later. In order to insert the side of the reinforcement member 220 in a back side of the front panel 201, at least one reinforcement member of shape reinforcement member 217 is formed along the side of the reinforcement member so 220. In detail, the insert rib 217 is formed at a height corresponding to a thickness of the shape reinforcement member 220. Furthermore, the insert rib 217 is folded horizontally from an upper end and with a predetermined length, fixing from this form an upper surface of the shape reinforcement member 220. In addition, a shape reinforcing member guide rib 215 is formed on an opposite side with respect to the insertion rib 217 and with the same length as the shape reinforcement member 220, so as to hold the side of the reinforcement member of form 220. Additionally, at least one shape reinforcing member coupling boss 216 is formed between the Insertion rib 217 and the guide rib 215, so that a coupling member connected to the reinforcement member is inserted. 220. The coupling protrusion 216 is formed in a line of a shape reinforcement support rib 218 and with the same interval. The shape reinforcement support rib 218 is formed with the same height as the central portion of the shape reinforcement member 220. In detail, the rib 5support 218 functions to hold the central portion of the shape reinforcement member 220. Additionally, a deployment receiving surface 214 for receiving a state deployment part and a deployment part, which will be described later, is formed on one side bottom of the front panel 201.

The transparent windows 210 and 211 are formed to allow the user to visualize the screen displayed in the display part. Figure 11 is a perspective view of a shape reinforcement member of the second internal unit in accordance with the present invention. With respect to Figure 11, the shape reinforcement member 220 in accordance with the present invention is assembled to prevent the front panel 201 from bending or to protect the front panel 201 from external impact. Therefore, preferably, the shape reinforcement member 220 is made of metal or plastic, maintaining a predetermined force. In addition, the shape reinforcement member 220 is raised at its center to a predetermined height and has at both ends an adjustment portion 222 folded horizontally, so that it can adhere to the rear side of the front panel 201. A cross section The vertical of the shape reinforcement member 220 has a vertical stepped structure at its center, as shown in the drawing, by means of which the front panel 201 can withstand the impact applied from the outside.

In addition, the adjustment part 222 is fitted in the insert rib of the shape reinforcement member 217 formed on the rear side of the front panel 201. In addition, at least one penetration notch of the coupling member 221 for receiving a member of coupling inserted into the mating protrusion of the shape reinforcing member 216 is formed in the position corresponding to the mating protrusion of the shape reinforcing member 216 in the center of the shape reinforcement member 220. Fig. 12 is a front perspective view of the front frame 201 in accordance with the present invention. With respect to Figure 12, the front frame 280 on which the front panel 201 of the present invention is adjusted has on its periphery a front panel adjusting slot 285 for receiving the front frame coupling rib 212 formed on the side In addition, the front panel fastening member 286 for receiving the front frame engaging projection 213 formed at the lower end of the front panel 201, is formed at the lower end of the front frame. More specifically, the fastening member of the front panel 286 is inserted into the coupling boss 287 formed projectingly on the front frame 280. In addition, both sides of the fastener member of the front panel "266 are held and fixed by a rib. support 288 extended horizontally on the underside of the front frame.

In addition, a state display part 300 for displaying an operational state of the second indoor unit 200 is set on the lower side of the front frame 280 and a display part 350 for displaying a character image, so that an operational state of the second internal unit 200 can be easily recognized by a user, is set to the upper part of the state deployment part 300. In addition, the state deployment part 300 is set in a mounting protrusion of the deployment part of state 230 formed in the front frame 280 and held by a coupling member, while both sides of the state deployment part 300 are supported by a state deployment support rib 231. In addition, a notch, instead of the Mounting boss of state deployment portion 230 can be formed so that a coupling member can be inserted. In addition, the deployment portion 350 can be mounted on the front frame 280 in the same manner as the state deployment portion 300 is mounted. FIG. 13 is a front view of the state deployment portion in accordance with the present invention, while Figure 14 is a perspective view showing an upper cover of the state deployment part. With respect to Figures 13 and 14, the state deployment part of the present invention is protected by a lower cover 310 and an upper cover 320. In addition, a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) ( not shown) in which an electrical circuit of the state deployment part is formed, is set inside the lower cover 310. In addition, a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) window 330 for displaying an operational state of the second internal unit is established on the upper side of the PCB 320. In addition, the PCB and the LCD window 330 are connected together, so that a signal and information provided from the PCB 320 are transferred. to the LCD window 330 and a user can visually verify an operational state. In addition, an operation button 321 by means of which a user can operate manually and a receiving part 322 through which a user can control the operational state using a remote controller, are formed on the underside of the PCB. In addition, the lower cover 310 has a wire laying portion 312 on the underside of the PCB, as well as a wire 340 connected from the PCB is placed inside the wire laying portion 312. In addition, a through notch wire 314 through which the wire 340 passes, is formed on the side side of the wire laying part 312. In addition, a coupling part 311 extended with a predetermined length and a coupling notch 311 penetrated into a predetermined position of the coupling part, are provided on the upper side and / or the underside of the lower cover 310. More specifically, a coupling member is inserted throughly into the coupling notch 311 and the mounting protrusion of part of the coupling part 311. "state display 230 formed in the front frame 280. In addition, at least one hook 313 for fastening to the top cover 320, is formed on the outer periphery of the bottom cover 310. In addition, at least one insertion orifice hook 331 for inserting on the upper side of the lower cover 310 and receiving the hook 313 at the outer periphery, is formed on the upper cover 320.

In addition, an LCD window fixing hole 332 to which the LCD window 330 is adjusted, is provided in the central part. Meanwhile, the LCD window 330 displays the operational status of the second indoor unit 200 and, more specifically, displays an amount of cold air discharged from the second indoor unit 200, an internal temperature and humidity, as well as an operation time. . In addition, the state display part 300 receives a radio wave sent through a remote controller by a user, to display relevant information in the LCD window 330 digitally, depending on the changing operational state. More specifically, the form of deployment can be performed in series and, in addition, can be performed in an equalized manner. Figure 15 is a view showing an operation of the deployment part in accordance with the present invention. With respect to the figure. 15, the display portion 350 of the present invention generates a character image desired by a user or stored in advance in a storage medium of the apparatus. The display portion 350 formed in the second indoor unit 200 may generate an image made in the same manner of operation as the character image displayed in the display part 160. More specifically, the display part 350 may include: a cover 351; a PCB 352 established inside the cover 351; an LCD window 353 set on top of PCB 352; an operation button 355 formed at the lower end of the PCB 352, so that not only a user can manually operate the deployment part 350, but also the operational state of the second internal unit 200 can operate automatically depending on a specified environment; and a wireless receiving part 357 for receiving an operation signal transmitted through a remote controller 710 by a user and receiving an AVATA transmission signal sent through a mobile means 700, such as a cellular phone, by a user. In addition, a selection button 356 for specifying or selecting a plurality of AVATA types is provided in addition. In addition, the deployment part 350 is connected to a data entry device 720 as exemplified by a computer, so that different types of characters can be downloaded over the Internet. In addition, the display part 350 can be programmed such that a temperature and a current operational state of the indoor unit can be announced by a voice at the same time that a character can be displayed in the LCD window 353. In addition, the voice is it is configured to guide the operational state of the second internal unit 200 with a human voice, through a loudspeaker 730 connected to the controller. In addition, a memory circuit 354 of a predetermined capacity, capable of receiving and storing the AVATA character sent by a user, can be included in the PCB 352. More specifically, different types of existing character images in the form of an electronic file can be downloaded through the data input apparatus 720 connected to the controller part of the air conditioner or the deployment part 350, as well as can be stored in the memory circuit 354. In addition, the character downloaded by a user through the mobile means 700, as a cell phone, it can be received in the form of a radio by the receiving part 357 and stored in the memory circuit 354. Additionally, a user can personally produce a Character Image in a suitable manner using the data input apparatus 720 and store it in the memory circuit 354. As a result, for a means for the user to enter / store / selecting a character, more than one of a selection button 356 of an air conditioner itself, a remote controller 710, a data input apparatus 720, a moving means 700 can be used selectively.

In addition, in case the second indoor unit 200 is connected and controlled as described above by the data input apparatus 720 and / or the mobile means 700, the operational status of the air conditioner can be controlled from an area located from distance. Therefore, a user can control the air conditioning system, including the second indoor unit 200, so that it operates through the Internet while the user is away, as well as controlling the operation of the second indoor unit 200 using a wireless phone. In addition, a user may use the display part 350 for an Internet screen, as well as a means to display the operational state of the second indoor unit 200, by connecting the display part 350 with the Internet. In other words, the Internet screen is displayed by pressing the select button 356 of the display part 350, so that the display part 350 can be used as a means to view news. Meanwhile, as described above, it will be obvious to the person skilled in the art that the apparatus for controlling the operational status of the second internal unit 200 via the Internet and the wireless communication means can be mounted in the display part of the device. state 300. In addition, it will be apparent from the spirit of the present invention that the manner in which the state display part 300 is fastened can be applied, in the same way, to the manner in which the display part 350 is set to the cover and fastened with the front frame 280.

- The operational state of the deployment part will now be described further. First, if a user transmits an operation signal by personally pressing the operation button 355 or, through the remote controller 710 and receiving part 357, receives the operation signal, the second internal unit 200 operates. In addition, at the time when the second internal unit 200 operates, a power source is applied to the display part 350 and a specific image of characters stored in advance or entered by a user is displayed. For example, it is possible to make a character that has been sleeping wake up.

In addition, simultaneously, it is possible to inform the operation of the second internal unit 200 with a voice through the speaker 730 connected to the deployment part 350. Furthermore, the voice can be discharged through the moving means 700 or the input device data 720, or recorded and stored in the memory circuit 354 personally by a user. Furthermore, while the amount of air, internal temperature, humidity and operating time are displayed in the display part of state 300, the character can make an appropriate gesture, depending on the amount of air, internal temperature, humidity, or a voice informing said information can be announced through the speaker 730. For example, a user can specify that, if a present temperature is below the appropriate temperature programmed in advance, the character can make a gesture in which tremble of cold and, at the same time, a guidance message that informs that the internal temperature is too low, can be announced through the loudspeaker. Further, if the second internal unit 200 is turned off, the character can make a gesture of falling asleep and a guidance message informing that the operation of the second internal unit 200 has stopped, can be announced through the speaker 730 Furthermore, a user can arbitrarily select the AVATA type using the selection button 356. Figure 16 is a block diagram explaining a control status of the air conditioner in accordance with the present invention. With respect to Figure 16, a key entry part 31 is provided with which a condition of control of the air conditioner is operated by a user; a part of power source 32 for applying a power supply to the air conditioner; a data input apparatus 33 for inputting a specific character and a plurality of character images using the character, in the air conditioner; a controller part 30 wherein a control status of the air conditioner is stored in a storage medium formed inside the air conditioner and to control the operation of the air conditioner using the information entered; an operational state display part 34 wherein at least one character image is displayed under the control of the controller part 30; a voice generating part 35 for generating the operational state of the air conditioner with a voice under the control of the controlling part 30; a fan operation part 36 for controlling the operational status of the external unit and / or the internal unit, under the control of the controlling part 30; and a compressor operation part 37 for circulating a refrigerant. More specifically, the key introduction part 31, which is a part with which a user operates the operational state of the air conditioner, can be at least one selected from among a remote controller of the air conditioner, a button formed on the appearance of the apparatus, a computer system connected through a wired / wireless network. In addition, the data entry part 33 is a device for generating or downloading a character and a plurality of character images in which the specific character appears, as well as transferring them to the controlling part 30. For said data entry part 33, At least one of a computer, a mobile medium, a remote controller can be used. In addition, the operational state deployment part 34 formed in the air conditioner, preferably a predetermined external side of the internal unit, is a part through which the operational condition of the air conditioner can be deployed to a user in a manner easy and simple with the character image displayed. Preferably, the operational status display part 34 is performed by the LCD, so that a user can recognize the character image appropriately and conveniently. By deploying as described above the character image in the operational state display part 34, a user can recognize the operational status of the air conditioner more easily and conveniently. In particular, since the shape of the character image changes depending on the operational status of the air conditioner, a user can recognize the operational status of the air conditioner in an even easier and more convenient manner. In addition, the voice generation part 35, which is a part for generating the operational state of the air conditioner in the form of a voice, can generate the operational state of the air conditioner in the form of a voice, depending on the desire of a user. In addition, the operation part of fan 36 and the operation part of compressor 37, which are apparatuses for circulating a refrigerant inside the cooling cycle to cause the refrigerant to pass through compression, condensation, expansion and evaporation processes. according to the operational status by a user, they are controlled as to on / off by the controller part 30, depending on the operational status and the internal temperature of the air conditioner. The operation of the air conditioner will be briefly described with reference to the block diagram of the air conditioning system described. The air conditioning system of the present invention can be operated in three modes. A first mode is a character image loading mode for loading a character image on the controller part 30 inside the air conditioner using the data entry part 33. A second mode is a mode of displaying an image of characters, wherein the air conditioning system is operated by the operation of the key input part 31 by a user and the character image is displayed in the operational state display part 34. A third mode is a mode of operation. character selection and character image to select a set of character images related to a specific character. As described above, by changing the type of character image depending on the operational status of the air conditioner, recognition of a user may be even more convenient. In addition, since a specific character is selected according to the taste of a user and a specific set of character images can be selected from among a plurality of character images where the character is employed, a user can display a character that is adjustment to the taste of a user, in the air conditioning conveniently. For an extreme example, a user's photograph can be displayed. Meanwhile, the mode of character selection and character images is easily realized by means of the cooperative operation of the key input part 31 and the controller part 30. More specifically, after the procedure for selecting a character is performed. character, a specific character image is selected from among a plurality of character images related to the selected character, for each operational condition of the air conditioner. Of course, if a user wishes, it does not require using a specific character in a related set, for each operational condition of the air conditioner, and another character image in which another character is used, it can be specified for each operational condition of the air conditioner . Therefore, the loading mode of character images and the display mode of character images will be described in detail below. Fig. 17 is a flow chart explaining the way of loading character images according to the spirit of the present invention. With respect to Figure 17, a user obtains a character and / or character image by means of downloading through a network or producing, personally, the character image (S11). For the procedure in which the character is generated, any type of method, such as a wired / wireless network and production by a user, can be used without limitations. Of course, when the air conditioner is brought to market, a plurality of characters, a plurality of character images in which a posture, background, position and movement are different for each of the characters, can be stored in a set in the middle. of storage inside the controller part 30. - "Subsequently, a user loads the character image generated in the controller part 30 through the data entry part 33 (S12) .The charging procedure can be performed with ease through a Local Area Network (LAN) and wired / wireless Internet The character and the Image of characters loaded in this manner are stored in the storage medium of the controlling part 30 (S 13) and, when requested by a user, a set of images of characters to which a specific character is applied is requested and used in the air conditioning Figure 18 is one day Flow chart that explains the mode of display of character images of the air conditioner to which the spirit of the present invention applies. With respect to Figure 18, the operation of the air conditioner is initiated by a reservation or introduction specification by a user (S21). If the operation of the air conditioner is started, a set of images of characters selected in advance by a user is requested and a character image appropriate for the current state, the initial operation of the air conditioner is displayed in the operational state deployment part 34, first (S22). If a selected character is absent at that time, the selection of a character can be requested automatically in the first place, or a set of images of designated characters can be requested from the time of manufacture of the air conditioning. Subsequently, it is evaluated whether the operational status of the air conditioning is modified while the operation of the air conditioning is carried out continuously (S23). If the operational status of the air conditioner is modified, a new character image appropriate for the changed operational status of the air conditioner among the requested character image set is automatically displayed in accordance with the changed operational status of the air conditioner ( S24). If the operational status of the air conditioner is not changed, the character image of the moment in question is displayed continuously. If the operation of the air conditioner is terminated while the changed character image is being deployed, an image of finished status characters (S26) is displayed and the operation of the air conditioner comes to an end. However, if the operation of the air conditioner is not terminated, the procedure proceeds to the step of evaluating whether a change in the operational condition of the air conditioner (S23), as well as the procedure for changing the character image, is repeated until that the air conditioning ends its operation. In the event that a user specifies a specific character image in advance, for each operational condition of the air conditioner, in the embodiment of the character image display mode as described above, not only the character image included in a set related to a single character, but also another character image in which another character is used, can be displayed-for each operational condition of the air conditioner in accordance with a user's taste. - With a Whini, a character that will be specified in advance in the storage medium of the product, taken as an example, the change of the character image according to the gesture, posture, position and background, will be described below. Figure 19 shows a character image displayed in the start / stop mode of the operation of the air conditioner. With respect to Figure 19, when starting the operation, the Character Image is displayed, moving from the lower side to the upper side. Conversely, upon completion of the operation, the character image that is shifted from the character image on the upper side to the character image on the lower side is displayed in the operational state display part 34. Figure 20 displays a character image displayed in the cooling operation mode of the air conditioner. With respect to FIG. 20, when the general cooling operation is performed, the character image on the upper side is displayed and, upon completion of an operation of - Energy cooling, the character image on the bottom side is displayed.

Figure 21 shows a character image displayed in the dehumidification operation mode of the air conditioner. With respect to Figure 21, when performing the dehumidification mode, the character images on the upper side and on the lower side are displayed alternately. Figure 22 shows a character image displayed in the artificial intelligence operation mode of the air conditioner. With respect to Figure 22, when the artificial intelligence operation mode is performed, the character images on the upper side and on the lower side are displayed alternately. Figure 23 shows a character image displayed in clean plasma operation mode of the air conditioner. With respect to Figure 23, when performing the clean plasma operation mode, the character images on the upper side and on the lower side are displayed alternately. As shown in the character images exemplified by FIGS. 19 to 23, even under the state in which the same character appears as a main character, the character image displayed in the operational state display part 34 is varied in Detail in accordance with the change of the operational status of the air conditioner. Since the displayed character is modified in this way, a user can verify the operational status of the air conditioner more easily. In addition, by means of the deployment portions 160 and 350 formed in front of the air conditioner, the air conditioner can improve in quality and the user taste can be further satisfied. Additionally, if the character and character image are specified differently for each operational condition of the air conditioner in accordance with a user's taste, there is a great advantage that even the same air conditioner can be used for long periods of time. time as if it were a new device.

Second embodiment The second embodiment of the present invention is mostly the same as the first embodiment. The only difference is that the display parts 160 and 350 in which at least one character image and the state display parts 170 and 300 are displayed in which the operational status of the air conditioner is displayed with a number or a arrow, are not formed separately, but one or both are displayed in a single LCD window by means of the selection of a user. More specifically, in the first embodiment, the display portions 160 and 350, as well as the state display portions 170 and 300, are formed separately in both the first indoor unit 100 and the second indoor unit 200. However, in that case, given that the wide area on the front side of the internal unit is occupied, it is not advisable considering the costs and use. Therefore, a method is provided in which a state of a character image is selectively displayed in a single deployment part by means of the selection of a user (e.g., the deployment part of the first mode) , or a state in which the operational state of the air conditioner is displayed in letters (for example, the state display part of the first mode), is displayed selectively or both states are displayed with the use of the characteristics of the LCD, when the configuration with different screens is possible. Figures 24 and 25 show the operational state of the deployment part. Figure 24 shows that the character image is displayed in the deployment part, while figure 25 shows that the operational status of the air conditioner is displayed in the deployment part. With respect to Figures 24 and 25, a front panel 810 formed on the front of the air conditioner is provided; a side panel 820 formed on the air conditioning side; a display window 860 formed on the front panel 810; an operation button 880 formed on one side of the deployment window 860, for operating the operational condition of the air conditioner; a selection button 871 formed on the other side of the display window 860, to change a screen displayed in the display window 860 to a display part where a character image is displayed, or a state display part where the operational status of the air conditioning is displayed with letters; and a character specification button 872 for selecting a character type or a character image type. Furthermore, for the display window 860, the LCD is preferably used as the first mode. For other parts of the present embodiment, the descriptions made for the first modality are cited. In particular, the selection button 871 will be described in detail. When the selection button 871 is pressed a number of times, the display window 860 operates as the display part 861 where the Character Image is displayed (see Figure 24), or operates as the state display part. 862 where the operational status of the air conditioner is displayed with letters (see Figure 25). Of course, it will be readily appreciated that both the deployment portion 861 and the state deployment portion 862 can be deployed. Furthermore, it is possible against a specific type of characters and a specific type of character images selected if the character specification button 872 is pressed. Furthermore, in case a plurality of character specification buttons 872 are provided, a button to select a character and a button to select a Character Image, for each of the types of buttons, be provided separately. In particular, although not described in the first embodiment, the character specification button 872 will be easily performed, in addition, in the first mode. In addition, if the character specification button 872 is not provided, the character type and character image type can be easily selected with the introduction of the gesture from the data entry part 33.

PREFERRED MODALITY OF THE INVENTION The present invention is characterized in that a predetermined display window is made in front of the air conditioner and a character image in which a predetermined Character Image is used, is displayed in the display window. In addition, the present invention is characterized in that the user can use the air conditioner more conveniently, thanks to the character and the character image related to the character. Within the scale that satisfies the above characteristics, the air conditioner capable of improving the recognition capacity of the user in accordance with the present invention, may have different. forms in their modalities. First, in case two internal units are not used, but a single internal unit is used in a single external unit, the effect of improving the user's convenience when performing, in the single internal unit, can be obtained, a display window in which a character and / or character image is displayed. Furthermore, the spirit of the present invention can not only be applied to the air conditioner that has been described in the detailed embodiment, but also to other electronic devices, such as a refrigerator or kitchen appliance, with changes in its shape in a convenient manner. At this time, with the character maintained as it is, the operational status of the air conditioner can be displayed by changing a posture, position, background, and character behavior. In addition, although the apparatus and / or method for entering, selecting or specifying a character and a character image, can be changed depending on the details of the conditions of use, said changes will have no influence on the realization of the spirit of the present invention. In addition, for the character image displayed in the display part, not only the character image in which the character is used, but also a character with a representative shape, can be displayed constantly, regardless of the operational status of the air conditioner. In the case of air conditioning, it is preferable to select a character that can emphasize cooling, such as a penguin. It will be apparent to the person skilled in the art that various modifications and variations may be made in the present invention. Therefore, it is intended that the present invention cover the modifications and -variations of this invention, as long as they are within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

Industrial Applicability In accordance with the spirit of the present invention, a character image understandable as the relevant operational state, depending on the operational status of the air conditioner, is displayed on one side of the air conditioner, so that a user can understand the operational state of the air conditioner conveniently, without looking at the display part of displayed state with letters. Furthermore, the present invention uses a character with a beautiful design, in addition to the state display part displayed with letters of the conventional static image, in such a way that it is possible to obtain a better visual effect. Accordingly, the taste of a user can be better satisfied. Furthermore, in accordance with the present invention, a user can personally produce a character desired by a user, obtain different characters and character images where the character is used through different means of communication, store them in the storage medium Inside the air conditioning, as well as use them. Therefore, since a user who makes use of the air conditioner can unfold a new character and / or a new character image in a new way at any time in which a user desires or becomes tired of the existing character, the present invention it has the effect that a user can use the air conditioner for a longer time and a user can use the air conditioner as if it were a newly acquired device at any time the user wishes. In addition, the present invention additionally includes a voice generation part for deploying the operation of the air conditioner, way a voice message is generated for each operational state - - of the air conditioning. Therefore, there is the great advantage that a user located at a distance or even a blind person can use the air conditioning more conveniently. . Furthermore, if the same character is used for all the elements of the electronic devices manufactured by a single company, the character as a trademark can improve the brand image of the manufacturing company and, in case the character is used. for some advertising medium, the character can function as a means to obtain an advertising gain.

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NOVELTY OF THE INVENTION CLAIMS

1. - An air conditioner comprising: a frame formed on either side of an indoor unit of the air conditioner; a base formed on a back side of the frame; a heat exchanger arranged in an internal space between the frame and the base, to perform the thermal exchange; a hole formed in the internal space between the frame and the base, to guide the air flow; a fan to generate a forced blow; a cover arranged on a front side of the frame; a deployment accordion board disposed on an inner surface of the cover; an image panel controlled by the deployment driver board and disposed within the cover; and a front panel arranged to cover the frame in a position corresponding to the image panel, and having a transparent portion.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the frame is formed on a front side of the air conditioner.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the cover is divided into an upper cover and a lower cover.

4. - The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the image panel displays a character and / or a character image indicating an operational condition of the air conditioner.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the base is supplied with air through a rear side and a sloped side surface.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the image panel comprises a deployment part for displaying an operational condition of the air conditioner as a character and / or a state deployment part for displaying the operational state of air conditioning as a symbol.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the image panel is an LCD.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that it also comprises a reinforcing part formed on a rear side of the front panel, to reinforce the resistance of the front panel.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 1, further characterized in that the front panel is fixed and coupled with the frame.

10. An air conditioner comprising: a front frame and a base that forms a predetermined space in that site; a heat exchanger arranged in the internal space between the frame and the base, to perform the heat exchange, a hole to guide the air flow, _ as well as a fan to generate a forced blow; a bottom cover formed on a front side of the front frame and a top cover coupled with the bottom cover; an LCD panel drive circuit board disposed on an inner surface of the lower cover; an LCD panel controlled by a control signal from the circuit board of the LCD panel; and a front panel arranged to cover the frame in a position corresponding to the image panel, and having a transparent portion.

11.- Air conditioning in accordance with the claim 10, further characterized in that it also comprises a coupling member formed on an upper side and / or a lower side of the lower cover, the coupling member extending with a coupling hole.

12.- Air conditioning in accordance with the claim 10, further characterized in that it also comprises: at least one hook formed in an outer circumference of the lower cover; and a hook insertion hole through which the hook is inserted to engage with the lower cover.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 10, further characterized in that it also comprises: an electric wire mounting part disposed on any of the sides of the lower cover and housing an electrical wire connected to the driver's circuit board. LCD panel; and an electric wire through hole drilled and formed in a portion of the electric wire mounting part.

14.- Air conditioning in accordance with the claim 10, further characterized in that the LCD panel is fixed to the front frame.

15. An air conditioner comprising: a front panel formed on a front side of an indoor unit of the air conditioner; a front frame to which the front panel is fixed; an image display panel arranged in a portion between the front panel and the front frame; a board that operates the image display panel and adapts to at least one storage medium; and a cover to protect the image display panel and the storage medium.

16.- Air conditioning in accordance with the claim 15, further characterized in that the image display panel displays a character image adapted for a specific operational condition of the air conditioner.

17. The air conditioner according to claim 15, further characterized in that the storage means stores character information and / or character image displayed in the image display panel.

18. - An air conditioner, comprising: a front panel formed on a front side of an indoor unit of the air conditioner; a front frame to which the front panel is fixed; an image display panel arranged in a portion between the front panel and the front frame; a board that operates the image display panel and adjusts to a storage medium that stores information related to a predetermined character at least displayed in the image display panel; and a cover to protect the image display panel and the storage medium.

19.- Air conditioning in accordance with the claim 18, further characterized in that the storage means stores information related to the character and image of characters entered by the user.

20. The air conditioner according to claim 18, further characterized in that it also comprises a network connected to the board and that allows the realization of an introduction of information related to the character.

21. The air conditioner according to claim 18, further characterized in that the information related to the character comprises a set of character image information corresponding to an operational condition of the air conditioner.

22. The air conditioner according to claim 18, further characterized in that it also comprises a computer connected to the board, to enter information in the storage medium.