blucli

Name: blucli
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Author: Moltis

Control Bluesound BluOS players from the command line.

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Skill: blucli
Source: https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis/tree/main/crates/skills/src/assets/smart-home/blucli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis --skill blucli-moltis-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

BluOS devices often require manual UI for playback, discovery, grouping, and volume control; this skill provides a lightweight CLI alternative to streamline day-to-day audio management.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover Bluesound/NAD players on the network.
Control playback (play, pause, stop) and query status.
Group multiple players and manage volume across devices.
Automate simple scenarios with scripts that adjust volume or switch group playback.

Quick Start

Discover Bluesound players on the network and start playback on a chosen device using its id.

Frequently Asked Questions about blucli

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

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How do I control Bluesound BluOS players from the command line?▼

You can control Bluesound BluOS players from the command line using a CLI that manages discovery, status, playback, grouping, and volume control across devices. This provides a lightweight alternative to the manual UI for day-to-day audio management.

Can I automate multi-room grouping and volume control for BluOS devices?▼

Yes, you can automate multi-room grouping and volume control for BluOS devices by running CLI commands or scripts. This allows you to adjust volume, switch group playback, and synchronize multiple players without manual UI intervention.

What is the best way to discover Bluesound players on a local network?▼

The best way to discover Bluesound players on a local network is using the CLI's discovery feature. It identifies available Bluesound and NAD players on your network, allowing you to retrieve their IDs and start playback on a chosen device.

Does BluOS CLI support scripting for home audio automation workflows?▼

Yes, BluOS CLI supports scripting for home audio automation workflows. You can write scripts to automate simple scenarios like adjusting volume levels or switching group playback across your discovered Bluesound devices.

Why use a CLI over the Bluesound app for playback and device management?▼

Use a CLI over the Bluesound app to streamline day-to-day audio management and enable automation workflows. The CLI provides fast, scriptable control over discovery, playback, grouping, and volume without requiring manual UI interaction.