Initially, Idea Engineering was one of the largest refrigeration equipment manufacturers in China. Work began relatively recently, in 2007. Properly planned management, an improved business plan and the involvement of the best marketing specialists allowed expanding the company's business within a year. Attracted investment injections allowed to start the production of electrical goods for the Chinese market.
Today, the brand is successfully developing in the direction of the production of HVAC equipment. The parent branch is based in Hong Kong, but production facilities are located throughout Southeast Asia. Idea owns the latest developments used in the process of creating household air conditioners. To improve its products, the brand attracts advanced technologies from leading global suppliers. All IDEA Engineering products comply with established international quality standards. The production process and the assembly phase are continuously monitored, and equipment at the company's factories is regularly updated.
The main line of air conditioners
Today, under the IDEA brand, several model links of air conditioning systems are produced. With the help of improving the technologies used, it was possible to establish the release of such models of air conditioners as:
- window;
- Mobile
- split systems with inverter compressor;
- multisplit industrial and semi-industrial purposes: columned, channel and cassette.
Also in the line of the Idea company are ceiling-floor installations and climatic systems “VRF”. The range of equipment includes such technical innovations as fan coils and chillers. Almost all models exist in both conventional and inverter-type equipment. Regardless of the type of air conditioner, components from brands such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, SANYO and Toshiba-Carrier are used in its production.
Compressors built into the devices are characterized by increased reliability and proven efficiency. Absolutely all heat exchangers and electric motors planned as components undergo numerous inspections and tests to improve the quality of the goods as a result. All models of technology are designed not only to work on heating or cooling indoor air, but also to drain the microclimate in excessive humidity.
Household wall systems
Models with wall mounting are equipped with the following functions:
- The “Restart” mode, which allows you to turn on the device according to the already established settings.
- Self-diagnosis, which provides a forced check of all systems of the device at the time of each inclusion.
- Turbo mode. Due to this function, it is possible to achieve the desired temperature in a short period of time, literally, within 3-4 minutes.
- Automatic mode, in which the system itself determines the ideal angle of inclination of the grill flaps, which allows you to evenly distribute warm air during heating.
The presence of a switch on the panel of the indoor unit greatly facilitates the consumer the entire period of operation, and in the future and after-sales service. Installation of the air conditioner is carried out on the wall surface, due to which the unit is optimally located in space. Wall multisplit is distinguished by the presence of an improved heat exchanger in design.
Innovations used in the design allow:
- reduce the frequency of sound vibrations;
- Minimize air conditioning noise
- quickly remove condensation from the fan blades.
The receipt of coolness or heat from the turned on air conditioner can be controlled using a horizontal grille of blinds. The control of the intensity of the incoming air flow and the speed of the blinds is controlled by a remote control. Wall-mounted climate devices from “Idea” are also distinguished by their economical energy consumption, thanks to the built-in timer and the ability to set the “night” mode. It is proved that when using these settings, energy savings reach 15%.
"Children's" line of multi-split
The undoubted difference between products from the brand Idea from competitors was the release of models of climate systems designed specifically for children's rooms and institutions. The line was called “Idea Baby” and is distinguished by its following characteristics:
- almost no noise when working in any mode;
- built-in air ionization function;
- thorough cleaning with the help of a catechin filter of incoming air masses.
Installation of the Baby series system will allow not only to recreate a comfortable climate for children, but also to rid the room of unpleasant odors. Setting up the device in the Sleep mode is a guarantee of uniform distribution of air without a direct hit on the child’s bed. In this case, air is distributed under the ceiling of the room.
Non Inverter Models
Among the popular Idea models, the non-inverter air conditioner of the Idea Pro series is distinguished. The undoubted advantages of Idea PRO Diamond include the ability to serve premises of up to 70 m2. Diamond effectively works in the mode of forced ventilation. It can also be configured to drain the microclimate, equipped with an “antifreeze” and a setting for a “warm” start.
For use in city apartments, country cottages, hotels and restaurants, the Idea Rike series is quite suitable. Often the reason to buy such a device is not only its technical characteristics, but also a very reasonable price. Products of this budget line fit perfectly even in small objects. The advantages of splits include:
- energy consumption of a class "A";
- built-in self-diagnosis and self-cleaning functions;
- anti-corrosion treatment of internal block parts;
- increased level of heat transfer;
- hydrophilic treatment of the heat exchanger;
- the presence of ionization and a 24-hour timer.
Like other types of climatic equipment from Idea, these models can be switched on for cooling and heating using a special turbo mode. Recently, the Samurai series has been in high demand. The Samurai Idea air conditioner is equipped with electronic control, which greatly simplifies the setup process and facilitates its further use. Most of all, it is “Samurai” that is preferred by those buyers who are interested in the comfort of their own home, the reliability of the purchased equipment, and all this for a reasonable price.
Samurai is distinguished by such innovations as:
- Refueling with modern freon type R410A.
- Built-in, clear LED display.
- Cold Plasma cleaning system that protects rooms from allergens and odors.
- Diagnostics of the Self-diagnostics device.
Mobile air conditioning
Portable air conditioning brand Idea fits perfectly into any type and area of the room. Often, customers choose this type of monoblock for installation not only in residential premises, but also to create the optimal microclimate in garages, utility rooms and basements. The presence of small wheels on the bottom of the block allows you to freely move it around the perimeter. The mobile climatic device is equipped with elements:
- Control Panel;
- horizontal guide grille;
- convenient handle for moving on the side panel;
- built-in condensate tank.
Also on the device there is an on-off timer button that allows you to turn the air conditioner on or off in auto mode. A special indicator will promptly inform the tank of condensate overflow.The main digital display on the front of the device allows not only to establish and control temperature fluctuations in the future, but also to monitor indicators during operation.
Comparison of the characteristics of popular models
| Title | idea isr 07 hr pa6 n1 ion | idea isr 12hr xn1 | idea isr 09hr r | |
| power, kWt | Cold | 2, 1 | 3, 2 | 2, 63 |
| Heat | 2, 2 | 3, 5 | 2, 93 | |
| Consumption kW | Cold | 0, 65 | 1, 56 | 1, 01 |
| Heat | 0, 61 | 1, 52 | 0, 99 | |
| Air Consumption, m3 / h | 420 | 800 | 450 | |
| Noise level, dB | 33 | 45 | 37 | |
| Compressor type | On-off | On-off | On-off | |
Instructions for the Idea remote control and air conditioners
Buyers have long appreciated all the features of air conditioners, thanks to the attached instructions for air conditioners. The consumer can get information about the following:
- Scheme and device included in the kit.
- The name and purpose of the parts.
- Designation of symbols displayed on the display.
The remote control for the air conditioner is also accompanied by a detailed user manual. Having studied the contents of the brochure, you can use all the features of the device, using all the functions of the Idea product to the maximum.
Error codes for air conditioners Idea
Often there are situations when unforeseen malfunctions occur in the normal operation of HVAC devices. As a rule, the instruction manual provides examples of possible breakdowns and methods for their elimination. Correctly diagnose a malfunction that will help air conditioner error codes.
Timely defined code will help resolve issues such as:
- inability to turn on the device;
- excessive overheating of the entire device or a single part;
- flow of hot air, even when the cooling mode is on, and others.
It is not necessary to fix serious breakdowns in the system yourself. For qualified assistance and professional repair of the air conditioner, you should always contact the service center for the maintenance of equipment of this brand.
User reviews
Idea brand products are in high demand not only in Russia, but also in the countries of the former CIS. For example, from reviews of air conditioners Idea Samurai you can get information:
- excellent design of the entire line;
- low noise level even with intensive turbo mode;
- quick cooling of spacious rooms up to 70 m2.
In customer reviews, you can see the identified "minuses" of products:
- small screen on the remote control;
- poor display backlight;
- "Windows" do not cope well with cooling rooms at outdoor temperatures above +32 degrees.
