blucli

Control Bluesound and NAD audio players via command-line interface.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/elizaOS/eliza --skill blucli-elizaos
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Skill: blucli
Source: https://github.com/elizaOS/eliza/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/blucli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/elizaOS/eliza --skill blucli-elizaos

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires blu, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the management of Bluesound and NAD audio players, allowing users to discover, control playback, and manage device groupings without complex manual intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Device Discovery: Automatically find and list available players on the network.
  • Playback Control: Play, pause, stop, and manage volume for selected devices.
  • Grouping Management: Create, modify, and dissolve device groups for multi-room audio.
  • Use Case: You can quickly group multiple speakers in your home to play the same music simultaneously, or adjust the volume of a specific zone using a simple command.

Quick Start

Use blucli to find all available devices on your network.

Frequently Asked Questions about blucli

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Bluesound and NAD audio players from the command line?

You can control Bluesound and NAD audio players from the command line using a CLI that interfaces with player APIs for deterministic control, enabling device discovery, playback management, and volume adjustments.

Can I group multiple Bluesound speakers for multi-room audio playback?

Yes, you can group multiple Bluesound speakers for multi-room audio playback. The CLI enables you to create, modify, and dissolve device groups so selected speakers play the same music simultaneously.

Do I need the blu binary to manage NAD audio devices?

Yes, the blu binary is a required dependency to manage NAD audio devices. It acts as the underlying interface to interact with player APIs for executing deterministic control commands.

What is the best way to discover available Bluesound players on my network?

The best way to discover available Bluesound players on your network is using the CLI's device discovery feature, which automatically finds and lists all available audio devices for immediate control.

Does home automation CLI support work with NAD and Bluesound volume control?

Yes, home automation CLI support extends to NAD and Bluesound volume control. You can adjust the volume of specific zones or grouped devices through simple command-line instructions.

Why does my Bluesound playback control command require a specific binary dependency?

Bluesound playback control commands require the blu binary dependency because it provides the necessary API interaction layer to communicate with networked audio players and execute deterministic control operations.