How to Use the Estimote MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I install the Estimote MCP Server for Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http estimote -- in your terminal. Ensure all flags precede the server name. Verify the connection by typing claude mcp list.

Q: Can Claude Code list my Estimote fleet?

Yes. The agent uses listbeacondevices to return your entire inventory. It outputs MAC addresses, hardware types, and battery levels directly to standard output.

Q: How does Claude Code update Estimote settings?

It calls updatebeaconsettings to modify the cloud shadow for transmission power and intervals. Keep in mind these changes only sync when a mobile device connects to the physical beacon.

Manage Estimote beacon fleets directly from your terminal with Claude Code.

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Script Physical Locations and Tags

`create_physical_location` registers new venues using street addresses and coordinates straight from your command line. Claude Code runs this in the background, outputting only the new location IDs you need for your deployment scripts. To organize the hardware, the agent runs `assign_tag_to_beacon` across your unmapped MAC addresses. Pipe a list of inventory IDs into the terminal, and Claude Code tags them for the correct retail floor.

Monitor Sensor Telemetry via CLI

`get_beacon_telemetry` extracts temperature, motion, and light sensor data from the physical hardware. Schedule Claude Code to run this via cron job and alert you if a warehouse beacon detects abnormal heat. For deeper diagnostics, `get_beacon_details` pulls the complete device shadow. The agent checks the current broadcasting power and battery life, so you catch failing hardware before it drops offline.

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`get_device_analytics` fetches foot traffic counts and dwell times over specific date ranges. Claude Code pulls this data headless and pipes the raw JSON directly into your reporting database. When hardware fails, `remove_beacon_device` permanently deletes the unit from your cloud account. The agent handles the teardown process automatically so your active fleet registry stays clean.

Setup guide

Set up Estimote MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see estimote-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Estimote transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Estimote tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http estimote-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Estimote MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "estimote-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Estimote MCP in Claude Code

Run `claude mcp add --transport http estimote -- ` in your terminal. Ensure all flags precede the server name. Verify the connection by typing `claude mcp list`.

Yes. The agent uses `list_beacon_devices` to return your entire inventory. It outputs MAC addresses, hardware types, and battery levels directly to standard output.

It calls `update_beacon_settings` to modify the cloud shadow for transmission power and intervals. Keep in mind these changes only sync when a mobile device connects to the physical beacon.

Run a prompt asking for your taxonomy, and the agent executes `list_fleet_tags`. It returns names and device counts so you know exactly how your fleet is grouped before making changes.

The tool fetches raw MAC addresses, hardware identifiers, and telemetry readings during execution. Claude Code processes this data locally in your terminal session. It does not cache your hardware registry after the process terminates.

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