The Ultimate Guide of Remote Controls and AC settings for your Air Conditioner

With the fast advancement of air conditioner technologies, you may probably get confused with several names and symbols on your air conditioner control. You may only be aware of the heating and cooling modes of your air conditioner unless you know your home environment, or you have already read your manual. Don’t worry in this article we will give you an Ultimate guide of Remote controls and AC settings of your Air Conditioner.

Nowadays air conditioner remote controls are designed with so many features for the convenience of the user. Not only standard cool modes, fan speeds, and vane control, today’s remote control consists of many symbols that are really confusing but knowing about them will help you a lot to maintain a good home temperature.

In this article, about the Ultimate Guide of Remote Controls and AC settings for your Air Conditioner. , we have added information about a few of the AC modes. They are often used on your remote and some tips on making your AC perfect.

Keep in your mind that there are thousands of AC manufacturers in the world and they provide dozens of different remote controls. So every air conditioner remote controls are with its own technical system patented names. Although they use many common functions, the exact labelling could be varied. So here we don’t explain every function provided by each manufacturer. So, let’s discuss the main functions and modes in your remote control of AC.

Different AC modes on your Remote Control

Here in “The Ultimate Guide of Remote Controls and AC settings for your Air Conditioner” we explain some common or standard modes that all the air conditioner manufacturers provided to you. As the AC modes mostly depend on the air conditioning firm, let’s investigate some of the common modes that you must know and their utilizing method.

Cool mode

This is the most common feature for us in our air conditioners. In this mode, the compressor in the air conditioner gives out the cold air into the room. When the internal temperature senses in the AC identifies that the preferred temperature has been achieved, the compressor turns off and only the fan will run.

This is the most energy-accelerated mode of the air conditioner remote control. The compressor will start to run when the temperature becomes lower.

Fan mode

When you turn on the fan mode the air inside the room starts to move and this doesn’t carry any cooling. so, this is more like a normal fan.

The main advantage of using this mode is that it save a greater amount of energy due to the absence of the compressor. But it doesn’t give out any cold air, instead, it circulates the air inside the room.

Dry mode

People who live in humid areas are probably much more familiar with the dry mode settings in your AC. When it’s a humid day, but not too hot, but it’s too sweaty this is the best mode go for you.

This dry mode dried off the extra humidity in your room by activating the compressor for a short period of time. Thus, the fan will run at a slower speed. And the compressor run time regulates. So when the internal humidity sensor of the AC senses the low humidity it will automatically turn off.

Heat mode

The system running inside the air conditioning unit is reversed. That means this mode produces hot air to the room, and the cold air gives outside the room.

The warm air is now offered by the compressor during the cold months to make the environment comfortable to live in.

Auto mode

Auto mode is like the cool mode, where it is designed to provide a special temperature set point and maintain it. According to the current temperature, AC will adjust the compressor and fan speed.

When the preferred temperature is reached, the compressor is turned off and the fan also automatically works by the AC. And when the temperature changes from the setpoint, the compressor turns on and the fan will fix the desired temperature will reach soon.

Sometimes even the fan is also turned off when the temperature is reached its set point, saving more energy.

Eco mode

This mode is the most attractive one, yet it is available in all the modern remote controls. It works using both compressor and fan, so it consumes low energy to reach the desired temperature. This mode varied according to the manufacturers. Some manufactures set the desired temperature a few degrees above your preference. When the AC achieve the desired temperature, the compressor will turn off, but the fan speed will maintain its speed. This helps you to maintain the preferred temperature without using much energy.

Turbo mode

This is totally the opposite of Eco mode. the desired temperature can achieve with the minimum time using this mode. For this, it uses maximum power with the compressor and fan with the full tilt. This is also called jet, powerful, fast, and high power.

Turbo mode is the most energy using mode in the setting, and we recommend using it only for a short period of time. This is good to activate when it is too hot or cold, and once the temperature settles, don’t forget to turn off it soon.

Freeze protection, (FP) Mode

This mode is named Min too. And it is for heat,8C or low heat (LH). In this operating mode, the air conditioner works at low power mode, on heat mode to circulates warm air in a room. Its temperature is about 46F (It depends on the AC manufacturer to prevent freezing points.

This is most compatible for the homes in cold climate areas and the indoors space being closed for longer periods. By activating this, the freezing protection mode will avoid the interior temperature is getting closer to the freezing point. when the AC is in this mode it runs at a low capacity using minimum energy.

This mode protects the sensitive electrical appliances and pipes getting broken due to the extreme cold. Its freezing ambient temperature may avoid it. So this mode is mostly gone with the places like garages and sheds where space is limited but above freezing and temperatures is much needed.

Self-clean mode

Regular use in the air conditioner can collect dirt into your air conditioning unit, which may result in entering harmful microorganisms into the air.

In such cases, the self-cleaning or auto clean mode will avoid getting or growth of airborne bacteria by removing moisture inside your heating and cooling unit. This is more convenient for high humidity climates. It cleans and dries your evaporator the AC fresh for the next operation.

Also, the self-clean mode in the HVAC unit gives you the satisfaction that the air you breathe is clean.

This self-clean mode can use for cool, dry modes and some models heat too. After you turn this on the AC will run for about 30 minutes and it will automatically off. This time may differ from the manufacturer, if you want to know about it refer to the user manual.

Follow-Me mode

The new technology HVAC technology will never let you deal with incompatible room temperature or warm air pots. When you use the Follow-Me mode in an air conditioner such as Midea, your AC remote will be your thermostat.

There is a built-in thermostat in AC’s remote control with the Follow-Me remote in addition to the temperature sensor located in the AC. After you activate Follow-Me mode, the air conditioning unit will read the temperature in your location and act accordingly (cool and heat).

This is really a cool mode as it works according to the temperature in the place as the temperature may vary from one end of the house to the other. So, by activating the air conditioner according to the temperature, you can easily feel the desired temperature. And the AC will cool/heat suitable to the temperature around your AC’s remote control.

Cielo Breez Plus is a smart AC controller which has this feature. You can activate follow me mode using this, and this will act as a thermostat.

Some air conditioners with these Follow-Me settings act differently. That means in some cases you don’t need to wait until the room gets cool/heat, the air will move in your direction. So, this mode is also named as i-Feel in some other air conditioner models.

In these air conditioners, the built-in dual sensor technology senses the movements and change the direction automatically. The direction changes after every 3 minutes. If you want to activate this function, use your remote and press the Follow-Me button in your direction.

Functions in your Air conditioner Remote Control

In addition to the Ac modes in your remote-control fair condoner, other multiple settings help you to achieve the temperature you want.

AC Fan Speed

This function gives out cool or hot air into your room. Altering this setting will allow you to control the speed of the air control the cooling and heating of your room.

There are four settings for the fan in most AC; low, medium, high, and auto. The auto fan setting automatically alter the fan speed to achieve the desired temperature according to the current temperature. And you don’t need to turn on the fan mode in AC to use this function.

AC Timer Setting

Modern AC’s have a time built in that allow you to set the run time of the AC while saving energy. The best time to use this function is when you are in sleep, you can set the time for few hours, and it will automatically turn off when you are in deep sleep.

Some timers work with the 24-hour clock, and it will turn on and off according to the time. And some for the set number of hours for which the AC will be operational.

Lonizer function

The ionizer function is available in every air conditioner, yet it is very useful. When we turn on it a high voltage electronic mesh will create within the indoor unit, which ionizes air with negative ions. This function attracted the dust particles and other dirt and remove them before giving out the air.

Swing Control

This function lets you change the position of the swing louvre. There are so many different angels to select to alter the direction of the air blow.  old AC models only allowed the vertical swing controls but now you can control the swing vertically.

The auto-swing function in this also alters the angels of your AC’s vanes continuously. It will move the air in different directions.

Quiet mode

This AC mode is also named a silent setting. When you turn on this it will function as quietly as possible.

Air Conditioner Remote Control types

There are various kinds of remote controls in the market. And you may know about standard ones, universal and smart AC which are useful.

Standard Ac remotes

This is a basic remote control you will receive with your air conditioner. But nowadays some company’s manufacture this in advanced controls.

There is a display and many buttons in standard AC remotes to switch the AC modes and functions. But the display type may differ from remote to remote. Here are three configurations on offer:

Full state display:

 This is the popular display on the market, and it has all the information on the screen. Such as temperature, fan modes, operating modes, swing positions, timers, and other features that may help you in operating this.

Temperature only display:

This display type only shows the current room temperature. And these types of display are now out of fashion and only available in old models. Better if all the settings appear on the display.

No display:

This type of display can be found in older buildings and hotels. It doesn’t have a display, and often only informs you about the current temperature on the AC unit itself.

Universal AC Remotes

Can’t you find your AC remote? Unable to control your AC? You can use universal AC remote controls on such occasions. It will go with any AC brand. And it is due to the electronic signature of every Ac brand.

Thus, it’s not necessary to works all the modes in your universal air conditioner remote control to work with your AC. Some AC models may not have the ability to run every mode in your universal remote.

Smart AC Remote Controls

This era more tends to run everything with smart technology, so more AC manufacturers open the door for smart air conditioners as well. These units are Wi-Fi compatible with their equipment. Although these are quite expensive anyone can buy a smart AC remote control which is universal and can use with any air conditioner with smart features.

Sometimes, even the AC manufacturer doesn’t provide smart features, but this smart remote can add those features to your unit as well. If you use a smart remote, you have the access to your AC from wherever you are if you have Wi-Fi. In addition to that, depending on the manufacturer and model, smart AC controls may come with additional features like weekly scheduling or location-based controls and many other features.

And the remotes for such kinds of AC’s do not have that additional functionality in them. To unlock the full set of functions, you can download the manufacturer’s mobile application free of charge. These remote controls are best if you want extra options, more functionalities or Wi-Fi controls. Cielo’s Smart AC controllers go with 2000+AC models.

Some reason for why your AC Remote is not working properly.

This is a common issue among many air conditioner owners using AC remote controls. The reasons may differ from one user to the other but let’s look at some common problems here.

Battery not fitted properly

This can happen when you insert a new battery, check the polarity before the insertion. The negative terminal should fit the negative terminal and vice versa. And the battery should be fitted properly and not be loose. This may be a major reason for the issues with your remote controls.

When the infrared transmitted doesn’t work

The remote control works by transmitting an IR beam to the AC. The reason for this may be remote is old and has a few drops of liquid on it. This can be check and fix at home. To do that point your mobile phone camera at the transmitter and send a command.  Then the transmitter gives you a short blink and then the transmitter will work. If not, you may need to give a repair to your remote or you may need to replace it.

Error code appearing in the Remote Control

If you got an error code on the display of your remote, check your AC’s owner’s manual. It may display all the error codes with troubleshooting instructions. If your manual get lost in your hand go to the manufacturer’s website or support helpline for your assistance.

Solutions for your broken and lost AC Remote

If you lost or broken your AC remote which is easy to use with few options without any problem and you want such a remote control again, as a first step contact your air conditioner manufacturer for a replacement.

Another easiest way to fix this is to make a small investment in a smart air conditioner control. Purchasing it you simply need to offer Wi-Fi access to the smart controller, and input AC’s model number and the device will automatically connect to it. Moreover, it will make your air conditioner perfect.

And the smart controllers will control your AC from anywhere in the world. It will also offer additional features like geofencing, scheduling, temperature and humidity triggers, energy-saving options and much more.

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