Xiaozhi Home Assistant FAQs

Name: Xiaozhi Home Assistant
Author: c1pher-cn

Question 1

What types of devices can be controlled?

Accepted Answer

You can control any smart home entities exposed to Home Assistant's voice assistant. For optimal functionality and the widest range of controllable tools, it is recommended to use the latest version of Home Assistant.

Question 2

Can I control existing MCP servers through Xiaozhi AI using this tool?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a core feature of Xiaozhi Home Assistant is its ability to proxy other MCP (Microcontroller Protocol) servers already integrated with your Home Assistant setup, making them controllable and accessible through Xiaozhi AI.

Question 3

How do I install Xiaozhi Home Assistant?

Accepted Answer

Installation is straightforward via HACS (Home Assistant Community Store). Add the project's GitHub repository (https://github.com/c1pher-cn/ha-mcp-for-xiaozhi) as a custom integration, download it, and then restart your Home Assistant.

Question 4

What are its main capabilities?

Accepted Answer

It allows you to configure and control multiple smart home entities simultaneously via Xiaozhi AI. A unique feature is its ability to proxy existing Home Assistant-integrated MCP servers, extending their control to Xiaozhi AI.

Question 5

What is Xiaozhi Home Assistant?

Accepted Answer

Xiaozhi Home Assistant is an integration that creates a direct WebSocket connection between your Home Assistant instance and Xiaozhi AI's official server, enabling comprehensive AI voice control over your smart home devices without intermediaries.

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