# IP Parking MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > IP Parking lets you manage Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems (PARCS) through your AI agent. You can monitor site occupancy, update pricing rules, control physical barriers, and audit transaction logs in real time. It connects directly to the IP Parking API to give your AI agent full visibility into your parking infrastructure. ## Overview - **Category:** erp-operations - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_tH8QPQoreSwVIO962lLHNNuCIoppDCbfpUOqSt98/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** parking-management, anpr, occupancy-tracking, revenue-control, tariff-management, hardware-integration ## Description IP Parking connects your AI agent to the tools needed to run a modern parking operation. Instead of jumping between different dashboards to check how full a lot is or to find out why a gate is stuck, you can just ask your agent to handle it. This Connector puts your entire parking infrastructure into a single chat interface. You can check the health of ANPR cameras, adjust hourly rates for different zones, and pull transaction logs for audits without ever opening a browser tab. It's a practical way to manage complex parking hardware and software, making it a great addition to the Vinkius catalog for anyone running smart parking solutions. You get to focus on the big picture while your agent handles the granular details of site management and gate control. It removes the friction of manual data entry and constant tab switching. When a driver is stuck or a price needs a quick update, you don't have to hunt for the right button in a complex admin panel. You just tell your agent what needs to happen, and it talks to the IP Parking API to make it happen. This works for everything from monitoring daily revenue to ensuring your hardware is actually online. It turns a complex set of hardware and software into a simple, conversational workflow. ## Tools ### list_hardware View the status of all ANPR cameras, ticket machines, and gates. It's the best way to check for hardware failures. ### list_sites See a list of all managed parking locations. Use this to get an overview of your entire portfolio. ### get_system_health Check the overall connectivity and health of the PARCS system. This ensures your infrastructure is online. ### list_tariffs View all active pricing rules and hourly rates. It helps you see what customers are currently being charged. ### get_ticket_details Pull specific information about a single parking session or ticket. Use this to investigate a specific customer's stay. ### list_transactions See a history of recent exit transactions and revenue. It's perfect for quick daily auditing. ### update_tariff Change hourly rates or caps for a specific parking zone. This lets you adjust pricing on the fly. ### register_anpr Simulate or register a license plate recognition event. Use this to test entry logic or manually override a plate. ### control_gate Remotely open or close a barrier gate. This helps you assist drivers who are having trouble with the hardware. ### get_site_status Get real-time occupancy and revenue for a specific location. This keeps you updated on how busy a lot is. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Is Site A full? ``` **Response:** ``` ### Site A Occupancy Status | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Available Spaces** | 142 / 200 | | **Occupancy Rate** | 71% | | **Today's Revenue** | €1,250 | *Site A is currently at 71% capacity.* ``` **Prompt:** ``` Open gate 3 for a manual exit. ``` **Response:** ``` ### Gate Command Sent **Action:** Open Barrier **Target:** Gate 3 **Status:** Success The barrier is now open. The ticket cycle has been reset for this exit. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Update tariff 'Standard' to €4.50 per hour. ``` **Response:** ``` ### Tariff Update Confirmed * **Tariff Name:** Standard * **New Rate:** €4.50/hr * **Sync Status:** All ticket machines updated successfully. The new pricing rule is now active across all sites. ``` ## Capabilities ### Open and close barriers Remotely trigger gate actions for maintenance or assisting drivers. ### Check lot occupancy Get real-time data on how many spaces are available at any site. ### Update pricing rules Change hourly rates or caps for different parking zones instantly. ### Monitor hardware health Check the status of ANPR cameras, ticket dispensers, and gates. ### Review transaction logs Pull recent exit data and revenue records for auditing. ### Simulate license plates Register or test ANPR events for system troubleshooting. ## Use Cases ### Assisting a stuck vehicle A driver is stuck at a gate. The support tech asks the agent to open gate 3 using control_gate. ### Adjusting prices for an event An operator notices a local event and asks the agent to update the 'Standard' tariff to a higher rate using update_tariff. ### Checking camera status A manager wants to know if the ANPR cameras at Site B are online and uses list_hardware to check. ### Daily revenue audit An accountant needs to see the total revenue and exit logs for the last hour and uses list_transactions. ## Benefits - Faster gate response: Use control_gate to open barriers for stuck vehicles immediately without manual intervention. - Real-time occupancy tracking: Get instant site data with get_site_status to manage traffic flow better. - Dynamic pricing: Use update_tariff to change rates instantly based on demand or special events. - Proactive hardware maintenance: Use list_hardware to identify broken cameras or dispensers before users complain. - Simplified auditing: Pull transaction logs with list_transactions to verify daily revenue in seconds. - Faster troubleshooting: Use register_anpr to simulate events and test your system logic without physical vehicles. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a voice or text interface for your entire parking management system. 1. Connect your IP Parking API Key and Base URL in your AI client. 2. Describe the action you want to take, like checking a site's revenue. 3. Receive the real-time data or confirmation of the action from the parking system. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can I use IP Parking to open gates remotely?** Yes, you can use the Connector to send commands to open or close barrier gates. This is perfect for support teams who need to help drivers who are stuck or need maintenance access. **How does IP Parking help with revenue auditing?** It allows you to quickly pull and review recent exit transactions and revenue logs. You can query specific data points to verify daily income or investigate individual ticket details. **Can IP Parking check if my ANPR cameras are working?** Yes, the Connector can list the status of your hardware, including ANPR cameras, ticket dispensers, and gates. This helps you identify and fix hardware issues before they affect customers. **Can I change parking prices with IP Parking?** You can update hourly rates and caps for your parking zones instantly. This makes it easy to adjust pricing based on real-time demand or special events. **Is IP Parking good for managing multiple parking sites?** It is designed for that. You can list all managed sites and get real-time occupancy and revenue status for any location within your portfolio from a single interface. **How do I connect IP Parking to my AI agent?** Once you subscribe to the Connector, you just need to provide your IP Parking API Key and Base URL in your AI client. From there, your agent can start managing your parking infrastructure. **Can I remotely open a barrier for a customer?** Yes! Use the control_gate action with the gate_id and action 'open'. This is essential for remote assistance when ticket machines fail. **How do I check the current occupancy of a site?** Use get_site_status with the site_id. It returns the number of available spaces versus total capacity and today's revenue. **Can I update hourly rates on the fly?** Yes! Use update_tariff with the tariff_id and the new rate_per_hour. Changes are usually applied immediately to the ticket dispensers.