TinySA-MCP: Lightning-Fast, Next-Gen Innovation

Unleash the future of tinySA with this cutting-edge MCP server – experimental, lightning-fast, and built to crush your next-gen projects. Game-changing simplicity, guaranteed.

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About TinySA-MCP

What is TinySA-MCP: Lightning-Fast, Next-Gen Innovation?

TinySA-MCP is a high-performance MCP server engineered for seamless serial port communication with TinySA devices. Built on Python’s robust ecosystem (pyserial, FastMCP, and others), it acts as a bridge between development tools and hardware, enabling command execution, diagnostics, and real-time data extraction. Its core innovation lies in minimizing latency while maintaining compatibility with advanced protocols like Model Context Protocol (MCP).

How to Use TinySA-MCP: Lightning-Fast, Next-Gen Innovation?

Initialization requires specifying the target serial port (e.g., COM4), then invoking MCP tools via client commands. For instance, retrieving firmware details involves: mcp call get_version --args '{"port": "COM4"}'. Advanced workflows, such as screen capture or device disconnection, follow similar syntax but demand precise parameter alignment. Always verify port permissions and data integrity during image captures (307200-byte payloads mandatory).

TinySA-MCP Features

Key Features of TinySA-MCP: Lightning-Fast, Next-Gen Innovation?

Command-Response Pipeline: Bi-directional communication for executing arbitrary commands with instant feedback.
Version Profiling: Granular hardware/firmware version extraction for compatibility validation.
Screen Capture Utility: Timestamped image snapshots with automatic file naming (critical for diagnostics).
MCP Ecosystem Integration: Plug-and-play compatibility with MCP frameworks for enterprise workflows.

Use Cases of TinySA-MCP: Lightning-Fast, Next-Gen Innovation?

Primarily deployed for embedded system debugging, manufacturing QA, and field maintenance. Engineers leverage its speed to:
- Rapidly flash firmware updates
- Validate hardware revisions post-assembly
- Generate audit logs via automated image captures
Enterprise users integrate it into IoT monitoring stacks for real-time device health tracking.

TinySA-MCP FAQ

FAQ from TinySA-MCP: Lightning-Fast, Next-Gen Innovation?

Connection Fails: "Port COM4 Unavailable": Check port occupancy with portscanner tools and ensure admin privileges are granted.
Image Capture Returns Empty Files: Verify device is awake and the serial buffer isn’t corrupted. Compare data length against expected 307200 bytes.
How to Log MCP Activity?: Enable debug mode via --verbose flag or consult server logs (location varies by deployment).
Is Multi-Device Support Planned?: Currently single-device focused, but parallel port handling is under active R&D.

For protocol specifics, reference the MCP Documentation. Technical deep dives exist in the material/USB interface.txt dataset for authorized users.

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tinysa-mcp

MCP server for operating TinySA through serial port

Sorry, I'm currently experimenting and cannot guarantee that it will work properly.

Overview

This project is an MCP server designed to operate a TinySA device via a serial port. It leverages Python libraries such as pyserial, httpx, numpy, Pillow, and FastMCP to provide a tool-based interface for connecting to the device, executing commands, and retrieving device version information.

Features

Send commands and retrieve responses from the device.
Retrieve firmware and hardware version information.
Exposes MCP tools for integration with other systems.
Supports image capture from the device screen, and optional file saving with timestamps.

MCP Tools

The following MCP tools are available:

get_version : Retrieve version information from the TinySA device.
execute_command : Send a command to the TinySA device and get the response.
connect : Connect to the TinySA device on a specified port.
disconnect : Disconnect the TinySA device.
get_device_info : Retrieve detailed information about the connected device.
capture_image : Capture the TinySA screen image and optionally save it to a file with a timestamp.

Usage Example

Invoke the MCP tools using an MCP client. For example, to get the device version:

mcp call get_version --args '{"port": "COM4"}'

Troubleshooting

Connection Issues: Ensure the specified serial port is correct and that your user has appropriate permissions.
Command Failures: Check the MCP server logs (if available) for error messages.
Image Capture: Verify that the device returns sufficient data (307200 bytes) during image capture.
Refer to the Model Context Protocol documentation for more information on MCP integration.

Materials

Refer to the material directory for additional documentation, it will be good to add the file "USB interface.txt" as a AI knowledge.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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