Atlona Omega 4x2 4K HDR HDMI Matrix Switcher with USB Hub & HDBaseT Input

Product Description

4×2 Matrix Switcher with USB Hub and HDBaseT Input

The Atlona AT-OME-MS42-HDBT is a 4×2 matrix switcher with USB-C, HDBaseT, and HDMI inputs, plus HDMI and HDBaseT outputs. Part of the Omega™ Series of integration products for modern AV communications and collaboration, the OME-MS42-HDBT is HDCP 2.2 compliant and features HDBaseT extension for video up to 4K/60 4:2:0, plus embedded audio, control, Ethernet, and USB over distances up to 330 feet (100 meters). The local HDMI and USB-C inputs, and HDMI output support 4K HDR and 4K/60 4:4:4 at data rates up to 18 Gbps. Additionally, 4K downscaling to 1080p @ 60, 30, or 24 Hz is available for the HDMI output when connected to an HD sink. The integrated USB extension addresses the challenge of connecting between USB devices at remote locations, and is ideal for software video conferencing and touch or interactive displays. The OME-MS42-HDBT features switching for up to four host PCs through USB 2.0 type B and USB-C ports, and remotely over HDBaseT. A built-in USB 2.0 hub provides connectivity for two peripheral devices such as a camera, microphone, speakerphone, or keyboard and mouse.

USB Extension for Video Conferencing with Zoom, Skype for Business, Microsoft Teams, and More

The OME-MS42-HDBT features integrated USB extension over HDBaseT up to 330 feet (100 meters). This capability, plus interfacing for host PCs and USB peripherals makes the OME-MS42-HDBT ideal for video conferencing and UC (unified communications) platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Cisco® Webex®, and GoTo Meeting®.

Versatile Matrix Switcher, Scaler, and Extender

The OME-MS42-HDBT is ideal for video conferencing and many other 4K presentation applications. It combines the benefits of auto-switching for AV and USB, integrated display control, USB extension, and more. The OME-MS42-HDBT incorporates many popular integration convenience features, while delivering excellent performance and value for 4K presentation and video conferencing applications. The USB-C input is ideal for AV interfacing with newer laptops and mobile devices, plus USB data connectivity (to the local USB hub and over HDBaseT). The OME-MS42-HDBT can be locally powered with the included AT-PS-245-D4 power supply, and charge laptops and mobile devices through the USB-C port. For additional integration convenience, the OME-MS42-HDBT features audio de-embedding and remote management with Velocity Device Manager.

Automatic Display Control

The OME-MS42-HDBT can provide control to a display through TCP/IP, RS-232, or CEC*, without the need for a separate control system. This simplifies system design and integration while reducing costs. With automatic display control, the OME-MS42-HDBT can trigger a display to power on automatically whenever a laptop or other device is connected to the OME-MS42-HDBT. At the end of the presentation, when the presenter disconnects the laptop, the OME-MS42-HDBT forces the display to power off. Ease of presenter interaction with the system, and the savings incurred by automatic display shutdown provide a significant return on investment. The OME-MS42-HDBT display control capability can also be triggered by an external control system.

* Consumer Electronics Control (CEC): Atlona does not guarantee the function of CEC with all televisions. We can confirm proper operation with many current Samsung, Panasonic, Sony, and LG TVs. Many manufacturers do not support the CEC “off” command when sent from a source and older TVs use proprietary commands. Atlona only supports those TVs that follow CEC command structure from HDMI 1.2a and support the “off” command when issued by a source. We encourage any dealer to get evaluation product from Atlona prior to designing a system around this control technology or be prepared to use other methods to control their displays if Atlona CEC is not compatible with the installed displays.

AV and USB Host Switching

When the HDMI and HDBaseT outputs are mirrored, the OME-MS42-HDBT can automatically select an AV input source based on detection of the 5 volt hot plug detect (HPD) signal, as well as active video. This ensures reliable auto-switching operation for all video sources, including DVRs, DisplayPort / Mini DisplayPort adapters, and other devices that always maintain the HPD line at the 5 volt “high” state but may not be delivering active video.

Additionally, the OME-MS42-HDBT provides switching for USB host sources. Up to four USB hosts can be connected through the USB-C and two USB type B ports, as well as a remote USB host connection over HDBaseT from an Omega Series transmitter. Switching for USB hosts can be manual or automatic. Auto-switching for USB host sources can be independent, based on USB signal presence, or set to follow AV input switching.

Applications

Video conferencing – With a compatible Omega Series transmitter and receiver, this switcher provides interfacing for local and remote USB devices for video conferencing, with AV and USB switched together between host PCs.
Meeting rooms and conference rooms – The OME-MS42-HDBT can serve as an AV integration centerpiece in a credenza for sources in the rack, and one or two displays in the room. The HDBaseT input allows wall or meeting table access for a presenter to connect a laptop.
Auditoriums and lecture halls – This switcher can be installed in a lectern for a presenter’s laptop, and delivering video to the projector as well as the confidence monitor. The HDBaseT input is ideal for receiving HDMI video from a secondary presenter location in the room.

Product Compatibility

Please see below for a list of compatible Omega products for the OME-MS42-HDBT.

Note: The AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC and AT-OME-SR21 will be supported in a future firmware update. Please contact your Atlona Representative for more information.

Features

4×2 AV matrix switcher with USB-C, HDBaseT, and HDMI inputs

• Features HDBaseT, USB-C, and two HDMI inputs
• Delivers flexible BYOD capability without the need for adapters
• HDBaseT allows remote AV input and USB connectivity wherever required

USB-C input for AV, USB data, and device charging*

• Provides immediate compatibility with laptops and tablets with USB-C ports supporting AV output
• Allows clutter-free, single cable connectivity to a PC for video conferencing and collaboration
• * Device charging available with included AT-PS-245-D4 power supply.

HDBaseT and HDMI outputs with selectable AV switching modes

• Selectable switching modes available with mirrored or matrixed outputs
• Enables simple configuration and effortless user operation, tailored to the specific AV application

Video, audio, power, USB data, control, and Ethernet over category cable utilizing HDBaseT technology

• HDBaseT input and output extend 4K/UHD video up to 330 feet (100 meters) with CAT6/6a/7 cable, or up to 295 feet (90 meters) using CAT5e cable
• Uses easy-to-integrate category cable for low-cost, reliable system installation

USB 2.0 interfacing and extension* over HDBaseT

• Two USB type B interfaces, plus USB-C input for connection to three host PCs
• Remote USB host interface also available over HDBaseT
• Two USB type A ports for a peripheral device such as a microphone, speakerphone, or a keyboard and mouse
• Provides an ideal USB integration solution for software video conferencing and other applications
• * A maximum 120 Mbps data rate is supported over HDBaseT, due to specific USB bandwidth limitations over HDBaseT. The built-in USB hub supports USB 2.0 data rates up to 480 Mbps.

Switch between multiple USB host sources

• Connect three USB hosts (one USB-C and two USB type B ports), plus a remote USB host from an Omega HDBaseT transmitter
• USB hosts can be switched together with AV inputs, or independently
• USB type B host port can be assigned to a specific AV input
• Automatic USB host switching available, based on detection of USB signal presence at the host port, or video signal presence

4K/UHD capability @ 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling on local ports (HDMI and USB-C), plus support for HDR formats

• HDBaseT input and output support 4K/UHD @ 60 Hz with 4:2:0 chroma subsampling
• HDMI and USB-C inputs, plus HDMI output are compatible with 4K HDR10, Dolby Vision™, and HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)

Selectable 4K to 1080p downscaling

• Integrated video processing available for down-converting 4K/UHD @ 60, 30, or 24 Hz to 1080p
• Downscaling can be bypassed to allow pass-through up to 4K/60 4:4:4 and 4K HDR
• Ideal for applications with 1080p displays, video conferencing codecs, and other HD sink devices

Local powering, or remote powering* over HDBaseT

• Locally powered by the included AT-PS-245-D4 power supply
• Supplies industry standard IEEE 802.3af PoE over HDBaseT input and output to compatible Omega Series endpoints
• Also can be remotely powered by a compatible Omega Series receiver over HDBaseT (through industry standard IEEE 802.3at PoE+)
• * HDBaseT device powering and USB-C device charging are not available when the OME-MS42-HDBT is remotely powered.

Automatic display control*

• Automatically changes display power state based on active or standby mode of the switcher. Control signals to display are transmitted via IP, RS-232, or CEC.
• CEC enables control of consumer displays (as supported by the display manufacturer)
• Includes an adjustable lamp cooldown mode to avoid prematurely powering up a projector after shutdown
• Enables effortless, automated system operation without the need for an external control system
• * Available when the switching mode is set to mirrored outputs, or matrix mode with static route. Please refer to the manual for more information.

Automatic video input selection* using hot plug detect and video detection technology

• Selects active video input when sources are connected or if there is a change in source power status
• Enables simplified, automatic system operation without user intervention
• * Available when the switching mode is set to mirrored outputs, or matrix mode with static route. Please refer to the manual for more information.

Audio de-embedding

• De-embeds two channel PCM audio for the HDBaseT output and delivers to a balanced, analog audio output
• Provides direct interfacing into an external audio system

Multi-channel audio compliant

• Passes through multi-channel audio formats from the HDMI or HDBaseT inputs
• Supports PCM, Dolby® Digital, Dolby Digital Plus™, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos®, DTS® Digital Surround™, DTS-HD Master Audio™, and DTS:X®

EDID management

• Manages EDID communications with the source through a display’s EDID or internally stored EDID
• Ensures desired audio formats and video resolutions are provided to the AV system

HDCP 2.2 management

• Automatically reports HDCP compliance status to the source based on the sink device
• HDCP compliance can also be disengaged through Velocity Device Manager or a control system
• Allows non-protected material from PCs to pass to non-compliant displays, streaming devices, and teleconference systems; protected content is not transmitted
• Displays a green splash screen as visual confirmation that protected content is being blocked from transmission to a non-compliant display

Integrated HDBaseT link testing and status monitoring

• Tests integrity of the HDBaseT cable link between each input or output and the corresponding transmitter or receiver
• Web GUI provides real-time link status
• Quick, easy verification or troubleshooting of RJ-45 termination or twisted pair cable quality

Intuitive GUI-based configuration using integrated web server

• Offers menu-based configuration of device settings including network access, input switching, I/O routing for video and audio, signal processing, display control, HDCP and EDID management, and more
• Allows fast configuration of internal product settings and troubleshooting from a mobile device or PC in the field

TCP/IP and RS-232 control

• Flexible control options for compatibility with the Atlona Velocity™ control system, as well as other third-party control systems
• Reduces integration time and costs

IP to RS-232 translation

• Converts TCP/IP commands to RS-232 commands for output to external devices over HDBaseT
• Enables single IP connection to control processor to control both IP and RS-232 connected devices at remote endpoints

Optional AT-OCS-900N occupancy sensor available for automatic display control

• OCS-900N is connected to the same network as the OME-MS42-HDBT
• This switcher can be integrated with multiple OCS-900N occupancy sensors

Easy to configure and manage with Velocity Device Manager

• Centralized, network-based configuration and management of Atlona IP-controllable products and systems
• Manage configuration and firmware updates for AV devices spanning a facility, building, enterprise, or residence
• Available as a part of Velocity control systems or as a free virtual machine software download

Field-updatable firmware

• Device can be updated in the field via the web GUI or Velocity Device Manager

Front panel button controls and status LEDs

• Matrix switcher can conveniently be operated from the front panel
• LED indicators provide power, HDBaseT link, and input selection status information

Rack-mountable 1U, half rack width enclosure

• Includes surface mounting hardware for easy installation into confined spaces below tables and in furniture
• Installs easily in rack mounted systems with the optional AT-RACK-1RU rack shelf