Atlona AT-OME-MS42-HDBT matrix switcher AV matrix switcher 104 W

4×2 Matrix Switcher with USB Hub and HDBaseT Input

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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.