Arduino USB Host Shield

The Arduino USB Host Shield is a powerful tool that enhances the USB interface capabilities of an Arduino board. It enables the board to communicate with a wide range of USB devices. The shield is equipped with a MAX3421E USB host/SPI controller, which facilitates the connection of devices such as keyboards, mice, game controllers, and even smartphones.

Compatibility

This shield is compatible with both Arduino Uno and Mega, and supports both 5V and 3.3V operation. This makes it suitable for use with a variety of microcontroller boards. With this shield, you can explore numerous USB applications, such as wireless communication via Bluetooth adapters, or interaction with portable USB drives and digital cameras.

Supported Devices

• HID Devices: Keyboards, mice, joysticks, etc.
• Game Controllers: PS3, PS4, XBOX360, Wii, etc.
• USB to Serial Adapters: FTDI modules, PL-2303, GPS
• Android Phones and Tablets: ADK compatible
• Digital Cameras: Canon EOS, Powershot, Nikon DSLR, and Point & Shoot
• Storage Devices: USB flash drives, SD card readers, external hard drives
• Bluetooth dongles

Features

The Arduino USB Host Shield is based on the MAX3421E USB host controller. It provides USB hosting capabilities for Arduino and supports various USB devices and peripherals. The shield is compatible with Arduino Uno and Mega, and supports selectable 5V/3.3V logic level.

Applications

• Wireless communication via Bluetooth
• Robot control using game controllers
• Data logging from a USB storage device
• Interaction with Android devices
• DIY input/output projects using HID devices

Package Includes

1 x Arduino USB Host Shield