HC3 MCP Server

A VS Code extension that provides Model Context Protocol (MCP) server integration for Fibaro Home Center 3 (HC3) smart home systems. This extension allows AI assistants in VS Code to interact with your Fibaro HC3 devices, scenes, and system information through natural language commands.

Features

• Complete Fibaro HC3 REST API Integration: Access all major HC3 endpoints
• VS Code Extension Integration: Seamlessly registers as an MCP server in VS Code
• Configuration Management: Easy setup via VS Code settings or environment variables
• Comprehensive API Coverage: 66+ tools covering all aspects of HC3 management
• QuickApp Development: Full file manipulation capabilities for QuickApp development
• Plugin Management: Complete plugin configuration, UI interaction, and lifecycle management
• Intelligent Context: System analysis, automation suggestions, and device relationships
• Programming Documentation: Built-in HC3 programming guides and examples
• Error Handling: Robust error handling with detailed error messages
• Type Safety: Full TypeScript implementation with proper types

Requirements

• Fibaro Home Center 3: A running HC3 system with network access
• VS Code: Version 1.103.0 or higher
• Network Access: Your VS Code environment must be able to reach your HC3 system
• HC3 User Account: Valid username and password for your HC3 system

Installation & Setup

1. Install the Extension:
   • Install from VS Code Marketplace (coming soon)
   • Or install from .vsix file using Extensions: Install from VSIX... command

Configuration

Method 1: VS Code Settings (Recommended)

1. Configure via Command Palette:

   • Open Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P)
   • Run HC3 MCP: Configure Fibaro HC3 Connection
   • Follow the prompts to enter your HC3 details

2. Manual Settings:

   • Go to VS Code Settings
   • Search for "HC3 MCP"
   • Configure:
     • Host: IP address of your HC3 (e.g., 192.168.1.57)
     • Username: Your HC3 username
     • Password: Your HC3 password
     • Port: HC3 port (default: 80)

Method 2: Environment Variables (Fallback)

Create a ~/.env file in your home directory with:

HC3_URL=http://192.168.1.57
HC3_USER=your_username
HC3_PASSWORD=your_password

Note: The extension will automatically use environment variables as fallback if VS Code settings are not configured.

Testing Your Configuration

• Run HC3 MCP: Test Fibaro HC3 Connection command
• Verify successful connection to your HC3 system

GitHub Copilot Configuration

For GitHub Copilot to use the MCP server, you need to configure it manually:

1. Open User Settings (JSON) in VS Code:

   • Press Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P
   • Type "Preferences: Open User Settings (JSON)"

2. Add MCP Server Configuration:

{
  "github.copilot.chat.experimental.mcpServers": {
    "hc3-smart-home": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["/path/to/your/extension/out/mcp/hc3-mcp-server.js"],
      "env": {
        "FIBARO_HOST": "192.168.1.57",
        "FIBARO_USERNAME": "admin",
        "FIBARO_PASSWORD": "your_password",
        "FIBARO_PORT": "80"
      }
    }
  }
}

3. Replace the configuration values:

   • Update the path to your compiled MCP server
   • Set your HC3 IP address, username, and password
   • Restart VS Code

4. Test in Copilot Chat:

   • Important: Start a new chat session after configuring the extension
   • "List my HC3 devices"
   • "@hc3-smart-home get all devices"

Note: If the MCP server tools are not immediately available, start a new GitHub Copilot chat session to allow it to discover the MCP server.

Extension Settings

This extension contributes the following settings:

• hc3McpServer.host: Fibaro HC3 IP address or hostname
• hc3McpServer.username: Fibaro HC3 username
• hc3McpServer.password: Fibaro HC3 password (stored securely)
• hc3McpServer.port: Fibaro HC3 port number (default: 80)

Usage

Usage Examples

Once configured, the extension automatically provides an MCP server that AI assistants can use. You can interact with your HC3 system using natural language commands like:

Basic Device Control

• "Show me all devices in the living room"
• "Turn on the kitchen lights"
• "Set the bedroom dimmer to 50%"
• "Turn off all lights in the house"

Advanced Device Operations

• "Show me all Z-Wave devices"
• "Get detailed information about device 25"
• "Set the RGB light to blue color"
• "Turn on the garden sprinkler for 10 minutes with a 5-minute delay"

Scene Management

• "List all scenes in the master bedroom"
• "Run the movie night scene"
• "Stop the current scene"
• "Show me all Alexa-enabled scenes"

Energy Monitoring

• "Show energy consumption for device 15"
• "Get total energy usage for today"
• "Which devices are consuming the most power?"

System Information

• "What's the current weather?"
• "Show HC3 system information"
• "What's the current home status?"
• "Set home mode to Away"

Smart Home Automation

• "Create an automation to turn off all lights when I leave"
• "Show me all motion sensors and their current state"
• "What's the temperature in each room?"

QuickApp Development

• "Show me the files for QuickApp 926"
• "Get the content of the main.lua file for device 145"
• "Create a new helper.lua file for QuickApp 82"
• "Update the main file for QuickApp 67 with new code"
• "Export QuickApp 45 as an encrypted file for specific gateways"
• "Delete the old_function.lua file from QuickApp 29"

Plugin Management & Configuration

• "Show me all installed plugins"
• "Get the configuration interface for device 75"
• "Update the label text for button_1 on device 45"
• "Trigger the onReleased event for switch_main on device 33"
• "Create a child device for multi-channel switch 88"
• "Add energy interface to device 156"
• "Restart the malfunctioning plugin on device 92"
• "Update the temperature property for device 64"
• "Show available IP camera types for installation"

Available Tools

The MCP server provides 66+ tools organized into the following categories:

Core System Management

• get_system_info - Get basic HC3 system information
• get_devices - List all devices with filtering options
• get_device - Get specific device details
• control_device - Control device actions (turnOn, turnOff, setValue, etc.)
• get_rooms - List all rooms and sections
• get_scenes - List all scenes
• get_scene - Get specific scene details
• start_scene - Execute scenes
• stop_scene - Stop running scenes

Advanced Device Management

• get_device_actions - Get available actions for devices
• get_device_events - Get device event history
• get_global_variables - Manage global variables
• set_global_variable - Set global variable values
• delete_global_variable - Delete global variables

Climate & Environment

• get_climate_panels - Climate control panel information
• get_climate_zones - Climate zones and settings
• get_climate_schedules - Heating/cooling schedules
• update_climate_schedule - Modify climate schedules
• get_weather_data - Current weather information

Security & Access Control

• get_alarm_partitions - Alarm system partitions
• get_alarm_zones - Alarm zones configuration
• get_alarm_devices - Security devices list
• arm_alarm_partition - Arm specific alarm partitions
• disarm_alarm_partition - Disarm alarm partitions
• get_users - System users and permissions
• get_user_locations - User location tracking

Network & Connectivity

• get_network_status - Network connectivity status
• get_wifi_networks - Available Wi-Fi networks
• get_network_devices - Connected network devices

Advanced Features

• get_sprinkler_zones - Irrigation system management
• control_sprinkler_zone - Sprinkler zone control
• get_custom_events - Custom event definitions
• emit_custom_event - Trigger custom events
• get_system_backups - System backup management
• create_system_backup - Create new backups
• get_system_diagnostics - System health diagnostics
• get_ios_devices - iOS device management
• get_quickapps - Quick Apps management
• get_quickapp_logs - Quick App log analysis

System Intelligence & Context

• get_system_context - Comprehensive system overview
• get_device_relationships - Device relationships and room assignments
• get_automation_suggestions - AI-powered automation recommendations
• get_device_usage_patterns - Device usage analytics and patterns
• explain_device_capabilities - Detailed device capability explanations

HC3 Programming Documentation

• get_hc3_configuration_guide - Complete HC3 configuration documentation
• get_hc3_quickapp_programming_guide - Quick Apps programming reference
• get_hc3_lua_scenes_guide - Lua Scenes programming documentation
• get_hc3_programming_examples - Practical code examples and snippets

QuickApp File Management

• list_quickapp_files - Get list of all source files for a QuickApp
• get_quickapp_file - Get detailed information about a specific QuickApp file including content
• create_quickapp_file - Create new source files for QuickApps
• update_quickapp_file - Update existing QuickApp source files
• update_multiple_quickapp_files - Update multiple QuickApp files at once
• delete_quickapp_file - Delete QuickApp source files (main files cannot be deleted)
• export_quickapp - Export QuickApp to .fqa file format (open source or encrypted)
• import_quickapp - Import QuickApp from .fqa/.fqax file (requires file upload)

Plugin Management & Configuration

• get_plugins - Get all available plugins including installed and available plugins
• get_installed_plugins - Get list of installed plugins on the system
• get_plugin_types - Get information about all plugin types with categories
• get_plugin_view - Get plugin view/configuration interface for devices
• update_plugin_view - Update plugin view component properties
• call_ui_event - Trigger UI events on plugin interface elements
• create_child_device - Create child devices for plugins (multi-channel devices)
• manage_plugin_interfaces - Add or remove interfaces from devices
• restart_plugin - Restart plugins/devices
• update_device_property - Update device property values directly
• publish_plugin_event - Publish various system events through plugin system
• get_ip_cameras - Get available IP camera types for installation
• install_plugin - Install plugins by type
• delete_plugin - Delete/uninstall plugins by type

Each tool includes comprehensive input validation, error handling, and detailed response data to help AI assistants understand and work with your Fibaro HC3 system effectively.

Development

Building from Source

# Clone the repository
git clone <repository-url>
cd hc3-mcp-server

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Compile TypeScript
npm run compile

# Package the extension
npm run package

Running in Development

1. Open the project in VS Code
2. Press F5 to run the Extension Development Host
3. Test the extension in the new VS Code window

Testing

# Run tests
npm test

# Run with coverage
npm run test:coverage

Security Considerations

• Local Network: This extension communicates with your HC3 system over your local network
• Credentials: Passwords are stored in VS Code's secure credential store
• API Access: The extension uses HC3's REST API with standard HTTP Basic Authentication
• No Cloud: All communication is direct between VS Code and your HC3 system

Troubleshooting

Connection Issues

1. Verify HC3 System: Ensure your HC3 is powered on and accessible on the network
2. Check Network Settings: Verify IP address, port, and network connectivity
3. Test Credentials: Ensure username/password are correct and user has API access
4. Test Connection: Use the "HC3 MCP: Test Fibaro HC3 Connection" command to verify settings

Configuration Issues

1. VS Code Settings: Check that all required fields are filled in VS Code settings
2. Environment Variables: If using ~/.env, ensure the file exists and has correct format:

   HC3_URL=http://192.168.1.57
   HC3_USER=admin
   HC3_PASSWORD=your_password
   

3. File Permissions: Ensure ~/.env file is readable
4. Restart Required: Restart VS Code after changing ~/.env file

MCP Server Issues

1. Check Extension Activation: Verify the extension is enabled and activated
2. Check Output Panel: Look for error messages in VS Code Developer Console
3. Verify MCP Registration: Ensure the MCP server appears in AI assistant settings
4. Restart VS Code: Sometimes a restart resolves registration issues

Common Error Messages

• "Fibaro HC3 not configured": Configure settings or check ~/.env file
• "Connection refused": Check network connectivity and HC3 system status
• "Authentication failed": Verify username and password
• "HTTP 404": Check HC3 firmware version and API availability
• "Configuration incomplete": Ensure all required settings are provided

Known Issues

• IPv6 addresses are not yet supported
• HTTPS connections require additional configuration
• Some advanced device types may need specific action commands

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Add tests if applicable
5. Submit a pull request

Release Notes

0.0.1

• Initial release
• Basic MCP server integration
• Core HC3 device and scene management
• Configuration and testing commands

License

MIT License

Support

For issues and questions:

• GitHub Issues
• Fibaro Community

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Enjoy controlling your smart home with AI assistance! 🏠🤖