USB Serial Telnet Server

USB Serial Telnet Server

The USB Serial Telnet Server is an Android application designed to bind a USB serial converter to a Telnet client. This innovative tool allows you to seamlessly integrate your Android device with various serial communication needs.

To get started, simply connect a USB serial adapter to the USB On-The-Go (OTG) port of your Android device. Launch the app, and then connect to it using any Telnet client such as:

• JuiceSSH: Use this popular SSH/Telnet client directly from the same Android device by connecting to localhost.
• Telnet Client on a Computer: Connect from a computer within the same network via Wi-Fi for remote access.

This approach enables full utilization of console features including color support and special key functionality. As a result, you can effortlessly manage and control devices like network equipment with serial ports using just your Android device. Additionally, the app serves as a versatile remote console transmitter.

The USB Serial Telnet Server leverages the usb-serial-for-android library by mik3y and supports a wide range of USB-to-serial converter chips, including:

• FTDI Chips: FT232R, FT232H, FT2232H, FT4232H, FT230X, FT231X, FT234XD.
• Prolific Chip: PL2303.
• Silabs Chips: CP2102 and all other CP210x variants.
• Qinheng Chips: CH340, CH341A.

Furthermore, the app supports devices implementing the CDC/ACM protocol, such as:

• Arduino: Using ATmega32U4.
• Digispark: Utilizing V-USB software USB.
• BBC micro:bit: Featuring ARM mbed DAPLink firmware.

By offering comprehensive compatibility and advanced features, the USB Serial Telnet Server stands out as an essential tool for developers and enthusiasts alike.