ITEAD USB Host Shield

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Overview

The ITEAD USB Host Shield is a great addition to your Arduino. It has all the digital logic and analog circuitry to turn your Arduino into a full - speed USB peripheral/host controller. With this shield, the popular Arduino platform gains USB Host capabilities. Software support for new devices is being added continuously. Right now, you can use the code for USB keyboards and PS3 controllers, and support for Bluetooth and digital cameras is on the way. This allows your Arduino to connect with and control various USB slave devices like thumbdrives, digital cameras, and bluetooth dongles.

Features

• Compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed
• Works with 3.3/5V operation levels
• All GPIOx pins are available for use
• Provides 5V/500mA supply for the USB protocol

Documents

For more product details, visit Itead's wiki page.

Using the ITEAD USB Host Shield with your Arduino is easy. First, attach the shield to your Arduino board. Make sure it's properly connected. Then, if you want to use a specific USB device like a keyboard or a PS3 controller, load the appropriate code onto your Arduino. You can find this code and more information on Itead's wiki page. When using the shield, keep in mind that it operates at 3.3/5V, so ensure your power source is compatible. Also, the shield provides a 5V/500mA supply for the USB protocol, so don't overload it with high - power devices. For maintenance, just keep the shield clean and free from dust. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a dry place. That's all you need to know to get the most out of your ITEAD USB Host Shield.