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The Philips Hue MCP Server is designed to integrate Philips Hue smart lighting systems with AI assistants using Model Context Protocol. It provides natural language controls and dynamic lighting management, ensuring seamless communication within the local network.
Philips Hue MCP Server
A powerful interface for controlling Philips Hue smart lighting systems using the Model Context Protocol. It allows seamless integration with AI assistants like Claude for natural language control of your lighting setup.
Features
- Control lights: on/off, brightness, colors, color temperature
- Manage groups: create, control, and apply scenes
- Activity-based presets for various moods
- Dynamic lighting effects like color loops
- Natural language prompts for effortless control
- Secure local network integration
Quick Start
- Install required dependencies
- Run the server to connect with your Hue bridge
Setup
- Requires Python 3.9+, a Hue bridge, and lights
- Clone the repository and install dependencies
Using with Claude
- Install on Claude Desktop or test with MCP Inspector for development
API Reference
- Access resources and tools for comprehensive light and group management
Examples
- Control single lights and groups, create and apply scenes
Troubleshooting
- Solutions for common connection issues
How It Works
- Local connection via
phuelibrary with secure local communication