HUSKYLENS 2 MCP Server
The article provides a comprehensive guide on setting up the HUSKYLENS 2 MCP Server, detailing system requirements, WiFi setup, API key registration, and Cherry Studio configuration. It explains how to activate the MCP service, connect the AI camera to a computer, and utilize the available tools for object tracking and multimedia control, offering an integrated solution for AI-driven camera applications.
MCP Server
Before using MCP, make sure the system version is V1.1.6 or above. To check or upgrade the system version, please refer to the Firmware Upgrade section.
Ensure that the WiFi module is properly inserted and connected to a WiFi network. For instructions on connecting to WiFi, see the System Settings – WiFi section.
Swipe the screen to find MCP Service, tap to enter, and turn on the switch.
Once enabled, a URL such as "http://192.168.xx.xx:3000/sse" will appear — this is used for client connection.
1.Get the LLM API Key
Here, Google Gemini is used as an example.
Register, Login and Create API: Google AI Studio
Record this API Key
2.Cherry Studio Configuration
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Download and install Cherry Studio Click to download.
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Cherry Studio offers two default layouts. All tutorials use the following layout: Go to 'Setting - Display Setting', set the navbar position as
left.
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Find
Model Provider, search forGeminiin the search box, switch it on.
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Input the
API keyyou get from above step , API host ishttps://generativelanguage.googleapis.com.
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Scroll down to the bottom of this page, click
+ Add.
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Type in
gemini-2.5-flashfor model ID, click onAdd model.
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Scroll back to the top, click
checkand choosegemini-2.5-flashin the search box.
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Click OK and wait for the verification to pass. If verification fails, please check your API key and API host address.
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Enter
MCPsetting, clickAdd -Quick Create.
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You can enter any name. The URL is the one displayed on the HUSKYLENS 2 screen (located at the very beginning of the MCP tutorial section). Click Save.
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Ensure the HUSKYLENS 2 and computer are connected to the same WiFi network, then click to turn it on. After successful activation, you will see four tools displayed in the toolbar. If no tools appear in the toolbar, this indicates startup failure. Check the network connection and verify that the HUSKYLENS 2 has enabled the MCP service, then restart both Cherry Studio and the HUSKYLENS 2.
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Return to the chat mode and click the model selection.
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Search and choose
gemini-2.5-flash
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Find the small hammer icon below the chat box and select the HUSKYLENS 2 tool.
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You can now chat normally and interact with HUSKYLENS.
3.MCP Tools description
Currently, the HUSKYLENS 2 MCP service offers four tools accessible via the following dialog. These tools are still undergoing optimization and currently provide only basic functionality.
With Cherry Studio, you can use them very conveniently and link multiple MCP services together. Feel free to explore them together.
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manage_applications
- What models/algorithms are currently available?
- Switch to object tracking algorithm (supports fuzzy recognition; e.g., "face detection" command will auto-switch to "face recognition" if needed).
- What algorithm is currently running?
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multimedia_control
- Take photo
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get_recognition_result
- What do you see?
- Tell me where is the keyboard?
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task_scheduler
- Take a photo when the keyboard is detected (capture once on appearance; recapture only if it reappears after disappearing; stored in USB drive system's photo folder).
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