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Vivax
T Design Black
Vivax T Design Black 3.5 kW (ACP-12CH35LCTI Black R32) is a black, design-led wall-mounted air conditioner rated A+++ for cooling, with built-in Wi-Fi and heating down to -25°C.
- Wi-Fi
- Black
- Heating function
- Low noise
- Anti-allergen
- Self-cleaning
- Cooling capacity
- 3.5kW
- Indoor unit noise
- from19dB(A)
- Heats in outdoor frost
- down to−25°C
Price incl. installation
Price on request
What installation includes
- Installation of the indoor and outdoor unit
- Up to a few metres of refrigerant, electrical and condensate routing
- Wall penetration and neat routing of the installation
- Carrying out the vacuum and checking the system for tightness
- Charging with refrigerant and starting the unit up
- Checking the operating parameters and configuring the controls
- Operating instruction and handover of the warranty documents
The Vivax T Design Black is a wall-mounted air conditioner with 3.5 kW of cooling capacity, and what sets it apart from ordinary white units is above all its appearance. The ACP-12CH35LCTI Black R32 indoor unit is black, measures 820 mm wide, 306 mm high and 195 mm deep, and weighs 9 kg. The manufacturer treats it as a piece of interior design rather than just a technical device. In a Warsaw flat where the wall with the air conditioner is visible from the sofa and from the bed, choosing it can be a deliberate aesthetic decision, not a compromise. The manufacturer describes this version as a mix of high efficiency, air purification features and modern design, and that is exactly the set of arguments that matters when choosing for a home.
The looks come with concrete numbers. Seasonal cooling efficiency SEER is 8.5, which gives the A+++ class, while heating reaches SCOP 4.7 and the A++ class (values for the temperate climate zone). Nominal capacity is 3.5 kW in cooling, with a maximum of 4.6 kW, and 3.9 kW in heating, with a maximum of 4.9 kW. The indoor unit operates between 19 and 41 dB, and the outdoor unit is rated at 53 dB. The circuit uses R32 refrigerant, and the compressor works with inverter technology and the AI ECO function.
On top of that comes a set of features the manufacturer describes in some detail: airflow steering on two axes (3D Airflow), the gentle Gentle Breeze mode, the I Feel sensor in the remote, a bipolar ioniser and a factory-fitted Wi-Fi module. All of it makes the most sense in a room where the unit runs for long hours close to people, meaning a bedroom or living room. We help you judge whether this model suits a particular interior before you decide to buy, and we quote the installed price after a free assessment.
Overview and positioning
The Vivax T Design Black comes from the manufacturer's design line, not its basic range. The full name of the indoor unit is ACP-12CH35LCTI Black R32, and the designation points to the version rated at around 3.5 kW. The T Design series exists so that an air conditioner stops being a white box under the ceiling and starts to match dark furniture, graphite walls or black window frames. The black finish is the main argument here, but not the only one.
The second argument is efficiency. A SEER of 8.5 and the A+++ class in cooling mean that during hot weeks, when the unit runs several hours a day, it uses relatively little energy for the cooling it delivers. In heating the model reaches SCOP 4.7 and the A++ class, which confirms that it can be used outside the summer season too, for example in spring and autumn, when radiators are not yet or no longer running.
The 3.5 kW version suits a living room of typical flat size in a block or a tenement house, as long as the room does not get strong sun from the south and west. If you doubt whether this is the right capacity, we settle it during the free assessment: we measure the room and look at the windows and the floor, instead of guessing from the model name alone. The floor, the direction of the windows and whether the room holds a lot of electronics also matter, because each of these factors changes the cooling demand more than a difference of half a kilowatt on the spec sheet.
Cooling and heating technology
At the heart of the unit is AI Inverter technology. According to the manufacturer, the air conditioner continuously adapts its operation to the conditions in the room, and the AI ECO function is meant to cut energy use by up to 30% compared with classic inverter air conditioners. We treat this figure as the manufacturer's claim: actual savings depend on the insulation of the flat, sunlight and how you use the unit, so we do not promise a specific amount on your bill.
In cooling, nominal capacity is 3.5 kW and can rise to 4.6 kW, and the unit operates at outdoor temperatures from -15°C to 53°C. In heating, nominal output is 3.9 kW, up to 4.9 kW, and the outdoor temperature range extends from -25°C to 30°C. For someone who wants to top up the heating of a flat with a heat pump in January frosts as well, that lower limit is an important point of the specification. In hard frost, output naturally drops, so capacity should be chosen with a margin.
The refrigerant is R32. The heat exchanger carries the Golden Fin anti-corrosion coating, which protects it against moisture, salt and other external factors. This is a durability measure, not a cleaning feature, and that is how we describe it. The maximum length of the refrigerant line is 25 m, which leaves a lot of freedom with harder unit placement, for example when the outdoor unit has to hang on the other side of the building. The 25 m is the upper limit allowed by the manufacturer; in a typical flat a much shorter run is usually enough, and we discuss every extra metre with you beforehand.
Comfort and air quality
The 3D Airflow system steers the air automatically in the horizontal and vertical directions, so chilled air spreads through the entire room instead of along a single line. The Gentle Breeze function gives a softer airflow without a noticeable direct blast, which is especially appreciated at night if the bed is close to the unit. The airflow direction can therefore be matched to the furniture layout, not the other way round.
The noise level of the indoor unit lies between 19 and 41 dB, so in its quietest mode the unit is barely audible in a bedroom. The outdoor unit reaches 53 dB, which is worth considering when choosing a spot on a balcony or facade, especially if a neighbour's window is right next to it. During installation we do not place it in a cramped recess, because that worsens both operation and how the sound is perceived. The 19 dB value corresponds to the quietest operation of the indoor unit and 41 dB to the highest fan speed, so in practice the chosen mode decides how it feels in the room, not the model name.
Air cleanliness is supported by a bipolar ioniser, which according to the manufacturer helps remove airborne particles, allergens and unpleasant odours from the room. It is complemented by self-cleaning of the indoor unit at 55°C, intended to limit moisture, bacteria and dirt. This does not replace regular filter cleaning, which should be done according to the manual, usually every few weeks during intensive use, with a service visit once a year. It is also worth remembering that the ioniser and self-cleaning are extras, and air quality in a room also depends on ventilation and clean filters.
Controls and Wi-Fi
The Wi-Fi module is fitted at the factory, so there is no need to buy a separate adapter. The manufacturer states that the mobile app gives full control of the air conditioner from anywhere. In practice this means you can switch on cooling on your way home from work so that the temperature is already pleasant when you walk in, or check that the unit was not left on by mistake.
An interesting solution is the I Feel function. The temperature sensor sits in the remote, and the air conditioner responds to the temperature where the user actually is, not only to the one next to a unit hung under the ceiling. With a high-mounted unit the difference can be noticeable, and the manufacturer says it also translates into additional energy savings. It is therefore worth keeping the remote close by, on a table or on the bed.
AI ECO mode runs automatically and needs no setup, while Gentle Breeze and 3D Airflow can be switched on from the remote or the app. During commissioning we configure the controls together with the customer, show the basic settings and connect the unit to the home network, so it is not left for later and the app works from day one. If someone does not like apps, the unit can still be operated with the remote, so Wi-Fi is a convenient extra, not a condition of everyday use.
Design and build
The most important feature of this model is its colour. The casing is black, and the manufacturer's photos show a mirror-like glass panel. Such a surface shows fingerprints and dust more than white plastic, so it is worth wiping with a soft, dry cloth. In return you get a unit that almost disappears on a dark wall and looks like a deliberately chosen piece of decor on a light one.
Dimensions of 820 × 306 × 195 mm and a weight of 9 kg allow installation on standard wall brackets, with no additional reinforcement in a typical masonry wall. The Golden Fin coating on the heat exchanger is anti-corrosion protection, not a cleaning function. It is meant to help with moisture and salt in the air, so it is useful where the outdoor unit hangs on a facade exposed to wind and rain.
From our perspective, design is also a matter of routing the installation. With a black unit the white cable duct is far more visible on the wall than with a white one, so at the assessment stage we agree the route with the customer to hide the pipes as well as possible and shorten the visible section. The unit is slim, with a depth of only 195 mm, so above a sofa or a cabinet it does not protrude into the room more than necessary. If the interior is entirely dark, it is worth mentioning this during the assessment, because it makes choosing the mounting spot easier.
Installation and service
In a standard LeoKlima installation we mount the indoor and outdoor units and run up to a few metres of refrigerant, electrical and condensate lines. We make the wall penetration and lay the installation neatly. Then we pull a vacuum, check the system for leaks, charge it with refrigerant and start the unit. We work so as to limit dust and noise in the flat, and when finished we show how the most important functions work and answer questions about operation.
Finally we check the operating parameters, configure the controls (including Wi-Fi), explain how to use the unit and hand over the warranty documents. The scope of work is agreed at a free assessment. The model allows an installation length of up to 25 m, but every section beyond the standard few metres affects the cost, which is why we measure the route before quoting. The documents also include the user manual, in which the manufacturer describes filter cleaning, and it is worth having it at hand before the first season.
Possible surcharges are discussed before work begins: a longer route, drilling through concrete or reinforced concrete, wall chasing, a condensate pump and work from a lift platform. We quote the installed price after a free assessment. After installation it is enough to clean the filters regularly and book a service visit once a year so the unit keeps its efficiency and the black front stays clean.
Who this model is for — summary
The Vivax T Design Black is for someone who wants an air conditioner that is visible in the living room or bedroom and does not want it to look like equipment from a technical department. The black casing is the main reason to choose it, and a SEER of 8.5 with the A+++ class means you do not pay for the looks with high electricity use. It is also a good choice for people who have so far rejected air conditioning because of white units on the wall and prefer a device that fits the interior.
It will also suit someone counting on transitional heating in spring and autumn, or even in winter: the unit declares heating operation at outdoor temperatures down to -25°C. The built-in Wi-Fi, the ioniser and the I Feel sensor in the remote are extras that matter in daily use, not only in the brochure.
It is not a choice for someone looking for the cheapest unit to cool a room a few days a year. If looks and efficiency matter most to you, write or call: we will come, measure the room, discuss the installation route and agree the scope of the work. We quote the installed price after a free assessment.
Technical data
Specifications
| Model (indoor / outdoor unit) | ACP-12CH35LCTI Black R32 |
|---|---|
| Cooling capacity (nom.) | 3.5 kW |
| Heating capacity (nom.) | 3.9 kW |
| SEER (cooling) | 8.5 — class A+++ |
| SCOP (heating) | 4.7 — class A++ |
| Refrigerant | R32 |
| Noise level (indoor, min.–max.) | 19–41 dB(A) |
| Noise level (outdoor) | 53 dB(A) |
| Indoor unit dimensions (W/D/H) | 820/195/306 mm |
| Indoor unit weight | 9.0 kg |
| Operating range (cooling, outdoor) | -15°C to +53°C |
| Operating range (heating, outdoor) | -25°C to +30°C |
| Max. pipe length | 25 m |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Does the Vivax T Design Black heat in frost?
Yes, the manufacturer gives a heating operating range from -25°C to 30°C outdoor temperature. Nominal heating output is 3.9 kW (up to 4.9 kW), and SCOP 4.7 corresponds to the A++ class in the temperate zone. In hard frost a drop in output is normal, so when heating in winter it is worth choosing capacity with a margin.
How loud is this air conditioner?
The indoor unit works between 19 and 41 dB, so in quiet mode it is suitable for a bedroom. The outdoor unit is rated at 53 dB, which matters when choosing the installation spot if a neighbour's window is close.
Do I need a separate Wi-Fi module?
No. According to the manufacturer the unit is fitted at the factory with a Wi-Fi module and supports control from a mobile app. We configure it together with the customer during commissioning.
What size is the indoor unit and how long can the installation be?
The indoor unit is 820 mm wide, 306 mm high and 195 mm deep and weighs 9 kg. The maximum installation length is 25 m. We agree the final scope of work at a free assessment.
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