Atlona Amplifies Omega Series with New Multi-Format Switcher

To be unveiled at InfoComm 2019, the AT-OME-MS42 joins the expanding Omega Series to simplify multi-format switching in small-to-medium meeting and conference spaces

SAN JOSE, California, May 15, 2019 – Atlona, a Panduit company, today adds another important layer to its rapidly-growing Omega™ Series of switching, extension, and video processing solutions for modern AV communications and collaboration. The AT-OME-MS42 is 4×2 matrix switcher that delivers exceptional performance and value for 4K/UHD presentation and video conferencing applications in small-to-medium AV environments, including meeting rooms, conference rooms, and lecture halls. It will also be available as the AT-OME-MS42-KIT with a companion AT-OME-EX-RX HDBaseT receiver. Atlona will demonstrate the AT-OME-MS42 at InfoComm 2019 (Booth 3012), taking place June 12-14 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

The OME-MS42 and OME-MS-42-KIT build on the success of the very popular and award-winning Atlona HDVS-300 system for software video conferencing. The OME-MS42 combines the benefits of auto-switching for USB-C®, HDMI, and DisplayPort, plus integrated display control and USB extension, offering flexible capabilities for 4K presentation and software video conferencing applications. Selectable AV switching modes across HDBaseT and HDMI outputs enable simple configuration and effortless ease of use tailored to a specific application. When used with the OME-EX-RX receiver or OME-SR21 scaling receiver, the OME-MS42 can be remotely powered over HDBaseT.

The OME-MS42 includes USB 2.0 and USB-C interfaces for extension to three host computers, plus two peripheral devices such as a camera, microphone, speakerphone, or keyboard and mouse. As one of the few USB-C equipped switchers available today, the OME-MS42 enables clutter-free, single-cable connectivity for 4K video presentations, video conferencing and interactive collaboration projects, with immediate compatibility to laptops and mobile devices with USB-C ports. With an optional power supply, the OME-MS42 can also power the device over USB-C (while also remotely powering an HDBaseT receiver).

The OME-MS42 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). All inputs and the local HDMI output support 4K/60 4:4:4 at HDMI 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 display or other destination device.

Specific OME-MS42 application examples include:

  • Video conferencing – Provides interfacing for USB devices for software codec conferencing, with video and USB switched together between host PCs. As a matrix switcher with 4K to 1080p downscaling, the OME-MS42 is ideal for legacy hardware-based video conferencing systems.
  • Meeting rooms and conference rooms – The OME-MS42 can serve as an AV integration centerpiece in a credenza, with interfacing to sources in the AV equipment rack.
  • Auditoriums and lecture halls – The OME-MS42 can be used for presenting 4K video content through the projector, while optimizing the same content for 1080p confidence monitoring.

At the upcoming InfoComm 2019 show, the OME-MS42 will be part of a dedicated Omega Series showcase with demonstrations of modern meeting space applications in small, medium and large scenarios – all capable of delivering robust performance and streamlined integration.
“These three demonstrations will clearly communicate the broad capabilities of the Omega line to serve AV presentation, collaboration and extension needs across a wide variety of AV environments,” said David Shamir, Director of Product Management, Atlona. “We’re particularly excited about the capabilities that the OME-MS42 will bring to integrators and end users in the quickly evolving small-to-medium meeting space environment that will require optimized performance and broad flexibility across switching, extending and scaling applications.”

The OME-MS42, as well as the OME-MS42-KIT are anticipated to ship in July, and are backed by Atlona’s award-winning 10-year limited product warranty and support services. Visit /omega for an overview of the entire Omega series. InfoComm attendees are invited to register for a free pass using code ATL175.

About Atlona

Atlona, a Panduit company, is a leading global manufacturer of AV over IP distribution, connectivity, and control solutions. The company designs and engineers innovative, award-winning products for a diverse range of residential and commercial AV and IT markets. Backed by an award-winning 10-year warranty, Atlona’s products are developed to enable our customers’ ability to connect and collaborate with simplicity. More information about Atlona is available at atlona.com.

About Panduit

Global connectivity leader Panduit Corp. creates innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions for applications across the enterprise. Headquartered in Tinley Park, Ill. and operating in 112 worldwide locations, Panduit’s technology leadership and robust ecosystem help support, sustain, and empower business growth in a connected world. panduit.com