FAQ: @genm/switchbot-mcp and UBOS Integration

Q: What is @genm/switchbot-mcp? A: @genm/switchbot-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI assistants to control SwitchBot devices.

Q: How does @genm/switchbot-mcp work? A: It acts as a bridge, allowing AI models to access and interact with SwitchBot devices, providing features like device listing, status monitoring, and remote control.

Q: What devices are supported by @genm/switchbot-mcp? A: It supports a wide range of SwitchBot devices, including plugs, bots, curtains, air conditioners, humidifiers, lights, and remote controls.

Q: How do I install @genm/switchbot-mcp? A: You can install it via Smithery using the command npx -y @smithery/cli install @genm/switchbot-mcp --client claude or manually using npm.

Q: What is UBOS? A: UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform that helps you orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with your enterprise data, and build custom AI Agents.

Q: How does @genm/switchbot-mcp integrate with UBOS? A: UBOS allows you to orchestrate interactions between AI agents and SwitchBot devices, connect data sources, build custom AI agents, and create multi-agent systems.

Q: What are the benefits of using @genm/switchbot-mcp with UBOS? A: It enables personalized home automation, improves energy efficiency, enhances security, and increases convenience and productivity.

Q: What if my device is not responding? A: Verify the device is within Bluetooth range, check the device battery status, and verify the SwitchBot hub connection status.

Q: What if I have authentication errors? A: Check the token and secret key expiration, regenerate the token and secret key, and update the environment variables.

Q: Where can I find more information about @genm/switchbot-mcp? A: Refer to the official documentation on the @genm/switchbot-mcp GitHub repository or the UBOS Asset Marketplace.

Q: Can I control scenes with @genm/switchbot-mcp? A: Yes, @genm/switchbot-mcp supports scene management, allowing you to list and execute scenes.

Q: Can I get sensor information with @genm/switchbot-mcp? A: Yes, you can access sensor information such as temperature, humidity, brightness, and motion (where available).