Panduit Altona Omega AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC User manual

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Installation Guide
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
Omega™4K/UHD
Wallplate HDBaseT Transmitter
for HDMI and USB-C with USB Hub
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
The Atlona AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC is a 2×1 switcher and HDBaseT transmitter with HDMI
and USB-C inputs. It sends video up to 4K/60 4:2:0, plus embedded audio, control, and USB
over distances up to 330 feet (100 meters). The OME-SW21-TX-WPC features a US one-gang,
wallplate form factor, and includes interchangeable black and white wallplates and faceplates.
Part of the Omega™ Series of integration products for modern AV communications and
collaboration, the OME-SW21-TX-WPC is HDCP 2.2 compliant. The USB-C input is ideal for
AV interfacing with newer Mac®, Chromebook™, and Windows®PCs, as well as smartphones
and tablets. With a matching HDBaseT receiver, 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-SW21-TX-WPC includes USB
2.0 and USB-C PC host interfaces, plus a USB 2.0 interface for a peripheral device such as
a speakerphone, microphone, or keyboard and mouse. This transmitter is ideal for use with
Omega Series receivers as well as switchers with HDBaseT inputs.
IMPORTANT: Visit http://www.atlona.com/product/AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC for
the latest rmware updates and User Manual.
1 x AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
1 x White faceplate
1 x White wallplate
1 x Black faceplate
1 x Black wallplate
4 x Mounting screws
1 x USB-C to USB-C cable, 2 meters
1 x Installation Guide
Package Contents

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HDBaseT
OUT
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
DEVICE
USB-CHDMI
HOST
LINK
PWR
HDBaseT
OUT
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
DEVICE
USB-CHDMI
HOST
LINK
PWR
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2
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4
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1 USB-C
Connect a USB-C cable from this port to
the USB-C port of a source device.
2 PWR
This LED indicator glows solid green
when the unit is powered. Refer to
LED Indicators (page 5) for more
information.
3 LINK
This LED indicator glows solid amber to
indicate that the HDBaseT signal integrity
is good. Refer to LED Indicators (page
5) for more information.
4 HOST
Connect a USB cable from this port to the
host computer.
5 DEVICE
Connect a USB device, such as a
speakerphone, to this port. This port
provides 5 W of power.
6 HDMI
Connect an HDMI cable from this port to a
UHD/HD source.
7 HDBaseT OUT
Connect a category cable from this port to
the HDBaseT IN port of the AT-OME-EX-
RX or other PoE-compatible receiver.
Panel Layout

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Faceplate Removal and Assembly
1. Unscrew the four Phillips-head screws from the sides of the faceplate, as shown:
2. Gently remove the faceplate by pulling it toward you.
3. Attach the new faceplate, then secure it using the four Phillips-head screws. Do not over-
tighten or apply high-torque devices to the screws. Doing so may damage the faceplate
and/or the screws.
4. Install the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC into the electrical box or mud ring.
5. Reattach the wallplate.
Removal of the faceplate requires that the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC be disassembled from the
electrical box or mud ring. A small Phillips-head screwdriver is required to remove the faceplate.
DEVICE
LINK
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
DEVICE
USB-CHDMI
HOST
LINK
PWR

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1. Connect a USB-C cable from the source to the USB-C port.
2. Connect an HDMI cable from a UHD/HD source to the HDMI port.
3. Connect a USB cable from the host computer to the HOST port.
4. Connect a USB device, such as a speakerphone to the DEVICE port. This port provides
5 W of power.
5. Connect a category cable, from the HDBaseT OUT port on the rear of the transmitter, to the
HDBaseT IN port on the receiver.
Refer to the tables below for recommended cabling when using Altona products with HDBaseT.
The green bars indicate the signal quality when using each type of cable. Higher-quality signals
are represented by more bars.
Core Shielding CAT5e CAT6 CAT6a CAT7
Solid UTP (unshielded) N/A
STP (shielded)
*Atlona recommends TIA/EIA 568-B termination for optimal performance.
Cable* Max. Distance @ 4K Max. Distance @ 1080p
CAT5e 295 feet (90 meters) 330 feet (100 meters)
CAT6 / CAT6a / CAT7 330 feet (100 meters) 330 feet (100 meters)
IMPORTANT: Stranded or patch cables are not recommended due to
performance issues.
Installation
Cable Recommendation Guidelines
HDBaseT
OUT
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
DEVICE
USB-CHDMI
HOST
LINK
PWR
HDBaseT
OUT
AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
DEVICE
USB-CHDMI
HOST
LINK
PWR
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LINK Description
Solid amber The link integrity between the transmitter and the receiver is
good.
Blinking amber Poor signal integrity between the transmitter and the receiver.
• Make sure that the category cable between the HDBaseT
IN port on the transmitter and the HDBaseT OUT port on
the receiver is secure.
• The category cable may be compromised. Try using a
dierent category cable. Make sure that the cable is solid
core. Stranded or patch cables are not recommended.
O The link integrity between the transmitter and the receiver is
compromised.
• Check the category cable between the HDBaseT IN port
on the transmitter and the HDBaseT OUT port on the
receiver.
PWR Description
Solid green Unit is powered. Normal operating mode.
O Unit is not powered.
• Make sure that the category cable between the HDBaseT
IN port on the transmitter and the HDBaseT OUT port on
the receiver is secure.
• Make sure that the power supply, at the receiver, is
connected to an active AC outlet.
The PWR and LINK LED indicator on both the transmitter and receiver unit provides basic
information on the current status of the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC.
LED Indicators

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If the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC is unable to detect a DHCP server within 15 seconds, then the
unit will use a self-assigned IP address within the range of 169.254.xxx.xxx. If this occurs,
connect the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC to a computer running Microsoft Windows® and follow the
procedure below.
1. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Change adapter settings.
3. Right-click on the adapter that is used to establish a wired connection to the network, and
select Properties from the context menu.
4. Under the Ethernet Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol Version 4 and then
click the Properties button.
5. Click the Use the following IP address radio button.
6. Enter the desired static IP address or the IP address provided by the network administrator.
7. Set the subnet mask to 255.255.0.0.
8. Click the OK button then close all Control Panel windows.
IMPORTANT: Before continuing, write down the current IP settings in order
to restore them, later. If Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS
server automatically are selected, then this step is not required.
Auto IP (APIPA) Mode

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Velocity with Integrated AMS™
For easy conguration of Atlona devices, Velocity / AMS is available from https://atlona.com/
AMS, for free. Once Velocity / AMS has been setup, following the instructions below.
1. Launch a browser on a computer that is on the same network as Velocity / AMS.
2. Enter the IP address of Velocity / AMS. View the Velocity / AMS installation instructions on
how to nd the IP address of the software, if necessary.
3. Enter the login credentials, then click the Login button.
Web Server
The AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC includes a built-in web server, which allows easy management and
control of all features. Follow the instructions below to access the web server.
1. Power the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC by connecting a category cable (CAT-5e or better) from
the HDBaseT OUT port to a compatible receiver unit.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the network to the LAN port on the receiver unit.
3. Launch a web browser and enter the IP address of the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC.
4. The AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC Registration page will be displayed.
5. Enter the username, password, and conrm the password on the registration page to
register the device. The password must contain a minimum of 8 characters, including 1
uppercase, 1 lowercase, and 1 numeric character.
6. Click on Register button.
7. The AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC Login page will be displayed.
8. Enter the username and password login credentials that were entered during the registration
process.
9. Click the Login button.

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Requirements:
• AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC
• Firmware le
• Computer running Windows
• USB-A to micro-USB cable
1. Disconnect power from the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC, which can be done by disconnecting
the category cable from the HDBaseT port on the receiver.
2. Remove the faceplate to access the hidden “rmware update” button, located above the
PWR LED indicator. Refer to Faceplate Removal and Assembly (page 3) for more
information.
3. Connect a USB cable from the micro USB port on the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC to a PC,
using a USB-A to micro-USB cable.
4. Power the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC by reconnecting the HDBaseT cable on the receiver.
5. The USB UPDATE folder will be displayed. If this folder is not displayed, automatically,
select the USB UPDATE drive from Windows Explorer. Refer to the next page for an
illustration.
Updating the Firmware
IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect power from unit during the rmware update
process. Doing so may damage the unit.
Micro USB port

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6. Drag and drop the rmware le into the USB drive folder.
7. After the rmware le has been placed in the folder, the rmware update process will begin.
During the update process, the PWR LED indicator will ash green.
8. Once the update process is complete, the AT-OME-SW21-TX-WPC will automatically
reboot.
9. Once the PWR LED returns to solid green, the rmware update process is complete.
The rmware update process takes approximately 10 to 15 seconds to complete.

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Notes