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protect_get_speaker

Read-only

Retrieve complete details for a specific UniFi Protect speaker, including state, volume, microphone settings, and speaker mode.

Instructions

Get full details for a specific speaker by ID. Returns: id, modelKey, name, mac, state, volume, micVolume, isMicEnabled, speakerState (status, mode), featureFlags (hasMic) (7.1.83 docs).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idYesSpeaker ID

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idNoDevice ID
macNoMAC address
nameNoDevice name
stateNoCONNECTED | DISCONNECTED | ...
volumeNoSpeaker volume (number)
modelKeyNoResource kind
micVolumeNoMicrophone volume (number)
featureFlagsNoFeature flags (object: hasMic)
isMicEnabledNoMicrophone enabled (boolean)
speakerStateNoSpeaker state (object: status, mode)
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false. The description adds value by listing the specific fields returned (id, modelKey, etc.), providing context beyond the annotations. No contradiction.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single sentence with the core purpose followed by a parenthetical list of returned fields. Every part is informative and no wasted words.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the low complexity (1 parameter, no enums), the description lists all returned fields, and the output schema exists. The description is complete enough for an agent to understand the tool's behavior.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema describes the id parameter as 'Speaker ID' with 100% coverage. The description does not add extra meaning beyond the schema, so baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states 'Get full details for a specific speaker by ID,' using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from sibling list tools that return multiple items.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description implies when to use (when you have a speaker ID and need full details) but does not explicitly mention when not to use or mention alternatives like protect_list_speakers for multiple speakers.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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