tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I am looking for a programmable aircon remote that will allow me to set fixed on / off times for every day. I toyed with the timer function of my LG Inverter, but it seems the settings wear off after they were triggered. So I'm looking for some sort of programmable universal AC remote that will switch the aircon on and off every day at the same time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayClay Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 You can't add new features to an air conditioning unit just by getting a new remote control. If your current remote control doesn't give you the option, chances are that your air con simply doesn't support that feature. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fugitive Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Learning something here. I suggested to the Mrs setting the timer on our newish aircon units so that the temperature is more pleasant when we arrive home each day around 10pm from our shop. Mrs didn't know there was a timer incorporated. Never used the function so didn't know it was 'once only'. I understand that it is possible to turn things on/off remotely using your mobile 'phone. Have been advised that the technology is very expensive so never pursued this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 14, 2023 20 minutes ago, JayClay said: You can't add new features to an air conditioning unit just by getting a new remote control. If your current remote control doesn't give you the option, chances are that your air con simply doesn't support that feature. and then you realize the only thing that is needed is an aircon remote that sends an IR signal based on a clock. it's all in the remote, no need for the aircon itself to support anything. 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phetphet Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) Not cheap, but something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Sensibo-Conditioner-Controller-Thermometer-Temperature/dp/B07MTGD3D9/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=WiFi%2Btimers%2Bfor%2Bair%2Bconditioners&qid=1681449398&sr=8-6&th=1 Also maybe look at Belkin Wemo smart plugs. You can turn them on and off from an app on your phone over wifi. Also lots of different universal remotes on Lazada. Edited April 14, 2023 by phetphet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 21 minutes ago, JayClay said: You can't add new features to an air conditioning unit just by getting a new remote control. If your current remote control doesn't give you the option, chances are that your air con simply doesn't support that feature. The remote won't add a function which doesn't exist. But an 3rd party remote control might pretend to press some buttons at a certain time of the day. Logitech Harmony is such a 3rd party remote control. I never tried it with an AC, but it might do the job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markclover Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Makes no different the Thai family will just walk in and turn it off. 40 degrees outside and drenched in sweat but it's not time for aircon yet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 1 minute ago, tgw said: it's all in the remote, no need for the aircon itself to support anything. It might be a function of the remote. Or it might be a function inside the AC unit. Both options are possible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayClay Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) 4 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: The remote won't add a function which doesn't exist. But an 3rd party remote control might pretend to press some buttons at a certain time of the day. Logitech Harmony is such a 3rd party remote control. I never tried it with an AC, but it might do the job. 4 minutes ago, tgw said: and then you realize the only thing that is needed is an aircon remote that sends an IR signal based on a clock. it's all in the remote, no need for the aircon itself to support anything. Most a/c units have a simple infra red remote. To achieve what you are both suggesting would require the remote to be pointed directly at the receiver at all times. (edit.... Apparently you're fine with that, so... Okay ????) Edited April 14, 2023 by JayClay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Share Posted April 14, 2023 2 minutes ago, phetphet said: Not cheap, but something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Sensibo-Conditioner-Controller-Thermometer-Temperature/dp/B07MTGD3D9/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=WiFi%2Btimers%2Bfor%2Bair%2Bconditioners&qid=1681449398&sr=8-6&th=1 Also maybe look at Belkin Wemo smart plugs. You can turn them on and off from an app on your phone over wifi. that's way too advanced for my purpose, I don't need wifi or anything. just a remote on a table, pointing towards the AC and sending the signal at the right time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Share Posted April 14, 2023 2 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: It might be a function of the remote. Or it might be a function inside the AC unit. Both options are possible. yes. but in my case I have the AC already, it doesn't support that function, so it has to be in the remote. besides, incase of a power cut, the AC unsit would have to have an internal battery, akin to a computer's CMOS battery in order for it to keep the current time. so it's much simpler to have the function in the remote which runs on batteries anyway 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Share Posted April 14, 2023 2 minutes ago, JayClay said: Most a/c units have a simple infra red remote. To achieve what you are both suggesting would require the remote to be pointed directly at the receiver at all times. yes, that's the plan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 2 minutes ago, JayClay said: To achieve what you are both suggesting would require the remote to be pointed directly at the receiver at all times. No I know that many people point any remote at the receiver, often with outstretched arm. But in most cases the remote works just fine even if it is not pointed in that direction. Just try it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patman30 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 i need this not needing any new functions just want to set it so i dont have to pick up the remotes EVERYDAY something so simple, it is baffling why none have this as i am on off grid solar i would also like to program the fans too to adjust throughout the day basically full fan during peak sunlight hours, then back to auto or night mode Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patman30 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, JayClay said: would require the remote to be pointed directly at the receiver at all times. perfect. really not an issue if you no longer need to pick up the remote what onemorefarang said is true also i usually just press the buttons on the remote while its on the wall pointing up at the ceiling Edited April 14, 2023 by patman30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patman30 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 8 minutes ago, tgw said: that's way too advanced for my purpose, I don't need wifi or anything. just a remote on a table, pointing towards the AC and sending the signal at the right time only other option i have thought is put a timer switch on the power cable going to AC many AC will resume after power loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Share Posted April 14, 2023 2 minutes ago, patman30 said: only other option i have thought is put a timer switch on the power cable going to AC many AC will resume after power loss that would require installation, I got no exposed cables. and it relies on the hope that both the AC and the timer resume after power loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Share Posted April 14, 2023 Japan seems to have it: https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/OAR-N16-Conditioner-Remote-Control-Reserved/dp/B092YSK6ZF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post KannikaP Posted April 14, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) AIRCONET is a small USB jobbie, less than Bht 600 which after programming will control most aspects of an air con from an app on your phone. had one for years. And I think it responds to Google or Alexa too. Edited April 14, 2023 by KannikaP 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patman30 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 12 minutes ago, tgw said: relies on the hope that both the AC and the timer resume after power loss. yeh not for eveyone, i got access to my electrics....????♂️ the timer would obviously resume, as you would not need the aircon timer to test if aircon resumes, just turn it on then knock the breaker/mains off and on again???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stocky Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) I have Sensibo Sky controllers for all the a/c units in the house. It's not a cheap option, but I can control all the units via the phone app, Alexa, or set timers. I can see which units are on and their settings and change them if necessary. . Edited April 14, 2023 by Stocky 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 14, 2023 Author Share Posted April 14, 2023 5 minutes ago, Stocky said: I have Sensibo Sky controllers for all the a/c units in the house. It's not a cheap option, but I can control all the units via the phone app, Alexa, or set timers. I can see which units are on and their settings and change them if necessary. there's no wifi in the location I want to run the AC in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stocky Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 1 minute ago, tgw said: there's no wifi in the location I want to run the AC in. That's a pity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Social Media Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Shame no WiFi as a "finger bot" would have your answer ???? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Lazada has one for around 500 baht that works with a phone app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 15, 2023 Author Share Posted April 15, 2023 11 hours ago, VocalNeal said: Lazada has one for around 500 baht that works with a phone app. I would be interested in a link please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KannikaP Posted April 15, 2023 Share Posted April 15, 2023 3 minutes ago, tgw said: I would be interested in a link please Airconet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgw Posted April 15, 2023 Author Share Posted April 15, 2023 21 hours ago, KannikaP said: AIRCONET is a small USB jobbie, less than Bht 600 which after programming will control most aspects of an air con from an app on your phone. had one for years. And I think it responds to Google or Alexa too. yes, that thing will work, thank you for the suggestion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted April 15, 2023 Share Posted April 15, 2023 1 hour ago, tgw said: I would be interested in a link please https://www.lazada.co.th/products/ir-de-controle-remoto-inteligente-wifi-universal-inframelho-tuya-para-casa-inteligente-controle-para-tv-aud-ac-funciona-com-amz-alexa-casa-do-google-i4567473753-s18621127606.html?channelLpJumpArgs=&clickTrackInfo=query%3AAC%2Buniversal%2Bremote%3Bnid%3A4567473753%3Bsrc%3ALazadaMainSrp%3Brn%3A870525fb902e93c592ab7f59c4fd3403%3Bregion%3Ath%3Bsku%3A4567473753_TH%3Bprice%3A425%3Bclient%3Adesktop%3Bsupplier_id%3A100179594189%3Bpromotion_biz%3A%3Basc_category_id%3A5527%3Bitem_id%3A4567473753%3Bsku_id%3A18621127606%3Bshop_id%3A991280&fastshipping=0&freeshipping=0&fs_ab=2&fuse_fs=0&lang=en&location=Overseas&price=425&priceCompare=&ratingscore=0&request_id=870525fb902e93c592ab7f59c4fd3403&review=&sale=0&search=1&source=search&spm=a2o4m.searchlist.list.i40.1bcb6eb8FuXV0R&stock=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daffy D Posted April 15, 2023 Share Posted April 15, 2023 Switch Bott:- https://www.lazada.co.th/products/smatrul-smartlifetuya-bot-fingerbot-pusher-app-alexa-google-i4157001559.html?spm=a2o4m.searchlist.list.189.5e2f2bdcSUnjmp On-Off:- https://www.lazada.co.th/products/fingerbot-i4184484382-s18046112064.html?&search=pdp_v2v?spm=a2o4m.pdp_revamp.recommendation_2.3.c9692afc6k75jO&mp=1&scm=1007.16389.286994.0&clickTrackInfo=61d9442d-880d-43a3-9f0b-5f67a558cc69__4184484382__10100423__trigger2i__287002__0.839__0.839__0.0__0.0__0.0__0.839__2__null__null__null__null__null__null____770.0__0.3857142857142857__5.0__4__473.0__256194,257128__null__null__null__3650.16544_955.3632__null__32104__null__0.0__0.0________null__null__0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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