Funduino USB Host Shield

SKU
USB-HOST-SHIELD
Out of stock
$19.95
Overview
This shield provides USB host support for Arduino
The USB Host shield can be used to interface any USB device to your Arduino.

Supports Google Android ADK, Android phone: G1, Nexus One, Nexus S, Motorola Droid X 2. (cellphone system: Android 2.3.4 tablet system: Android 3.1); compatible with official Arduino products: Arduino Uno 328 Arduino Diecimila/Duemilanove 328 Arduino Mega 2560 (recommended) Arduino Mega 1280. Realize USB HOST for Arduino.

Database file: //github.com/felis/USB_Host_Shield_2.0. How to make ADK: //www.circuitsathome.com/mcu/building-google-adk-hardware-from-standard-components

The USB protocol defines two types of devices. One is called the host (or server) and the other one is called peripheral (client). The Host device controls the peripheral device and also provides power to it. When you connect any USB device like a mouse or a keyboard to your computer. Your computer acts as the host and controls (or polls) the client device (keyboard or mouse or even an Arduino). For a successful communication using USB protocol, you need at least one of the devices to be the host.

The USB Host shield has a separate chip (usually Max3421E), which provides USB Host support. Once you have this shield, your Arduino board can act as USB Host and you can connect other USB devices and communicate with the device from your Arduino.