Panduit Atlona Omega AT-OME-EX-TX User manual

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Installation Guide
AT-OME-EX-TX
Omega™4K/UHD
HDMI Over HDBaseT Transmitter with USB, Control, and PoE
AT-OME-EX-TX
The Atlona AT-OME-EX-TX is an HDBaseT transmitter for video up to 4K/60 4:2:0, plus
embedded audio, control, Ethernet, and USB over distances up to 330 feet (100 meters).
Part of the Omega™ Series of integration products for modern AV communications and
collaboration, the OME-EX-TX is HDCP 2.2 compliant and transmits IR, RS-232, and IP control
signals.With a matching HDBaseT receiver, the integrated USB extension is ideal for software
video conferencing and the use of touch or interactive displays. The OME-EX-TX includes a USB
host for a PC, plus two peripheral devices 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. Also available is the OME-EX-KIT which includes the OME-EX-TX and
OME-EX-RX.*
* The AT-OME-EX-TX is not compatible with the AT-UHD-HDVS-300 system for extending USB.
IMPORTANT: Visit http://www.atlona.com/product/AT-OME-EX-TX for the
latest rmware updates and User Manual.
1 x AT-OME-EX-TX
1 x Captive screw connectors, 4-pin
2 x Mounting plates
2 x Mounting screws
1 x Installation Guide
Package Contents

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1 LAN
Connect a category cable from this port to a network switch. This cable provide IP pass-
through transport control from a control system to the display (sink) device connected to the
receiver.
2 DEVICE
Connect up to two USB devices (e.g. mouse, keyboard, etc.) to these ports. These ports
provide 2.5 W per USB device interface.
3 HOST
Connect a USB cable from this port to the host computer.
4 FW
Connect a mini USB-to-USB cable from this port, to a computer, to update the rmware.
Refer to Updating the Firmware (page 10) for more information.
5 PWR / LINK
The PWR LED indicator will glow green when the AT-OME-EX-TX is powered. The AT-OME-
EX-RX supplies power to the AT-OME-EX-TX over HDBaseT. The LINK LED indicator glows
yellow when a solid link is established between the transmitter and receiver. Refer to LED
Indicators (page 5) for more information.
6 RS-232 / IR
Connect the included 4-pin captive screw block to this receptacle. Refer to RS-232 and IR
(page 3) for more information.
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.
8 HDMI IN
Connect an HDMI cable from this port to the source device.
Front
Rear
LANHDBaseT IN DC 48V
AT-OME-EX-RX
HDMI OUT
RX TXTX
RS-232 IR
LAN FWHOST
OMEGATM
DEVICE
PWR
LINK
AT-OME-EX-RX
FW
PWR
LINK
OMEGATM DEVICE
HDMI IN
AT-OME-EX-TX
HDBaseT OUT
RX RXTX
RS-232 IR
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6 7
LANHDBaseT IN DC 48V
AT-OME-EX-RX
HDMI OUT
RX TXTX
RS-232 IR
LAN FWHOST
OMEGATM
DEVICE
PWR
LINK
AT-OME-EX-RX
FW
PWR
LINK
OMEGATM DEVICE
HDMI IN
AT-OME-EX-TX
HDBaseT OUT
RX RXTX
RS-232 IR
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The AT-OME-EX-TX provides pass-through transport of RS-232 protocol and/or IR over
HDBaseT, which allows communication between a control system and an RS-232 or IR device.
This step is optional.
1. Use wire strippers to remove a portion of the cable jacket.
2. Remove at least 3/16” (5 mm) from the insulation of the RX, TX, and GND wires for the RS-
232 connection.
3. Insert the TX, RX, and GND wires into correct terminal using one of the included 4-pin
captive screw connectors.
4. Repeat step 2 for the S and GND wires for the IR connection.
5. Insert the S (signal) wire in to the TX terminal and the ground wire to the GND terminal.
6. Tighten the captive screws to secure the wires in place. Do not over-tighten or use high-
torque devices to prevent damage to the connector block.
NOTE: Typical DB9 connectors use pin 2 for TX, pin 3 for RX, and pin 5 for
ground. On some devices functions of pins 2 and 3 are reversed. Note that the
signal (S) pin for the IR is labeled as “TX” on the port.
GND
to control system
or AT-VCC-IR-KIT
DE-9 (RS-232) port
RX
TX
S
GND
RS-232 and IR

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1. Connect a UHD/HD source to the HDMI IN port.
2. Connect a USB cable from the host computer to the HOST port.
3. Connect up to two USB devices (speakerphone, etc.) to the DEVICE ports. These ports
provide 2.5 W per USB device interface.
4. Connect a category cable, from the HDBaseT OUT port on the transmitter, to the HDBaseT
IN port on the receiver.
5. OPTIONAL: Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port to a network switch. This cable
provide IP pass-through transport control from a control system to the display (sink) device
connected to the receiver.
6. OPTIONAL: Connect an RS-232 cable between a control system and the RS-232 port on
the transmitter. Refer to RS-232 and IR (page 3) for more information.
7. OPTIONAL: Connect an IR emitter to the IR port. Refer to RS-232 and IR (page 3) for
more information.
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

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LINK Description
Solid yellow The link integrity between the transmitter and the receiver is
good.
Blinking yellow 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.
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-EX-TX.
LED Indicators

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The AT-OME-EX-TX provides two mounting brackets, which can be used to attach the unit to
any at surface. Use the two enclosure screws, on the sides of the unit to attach the mounting
brackets.
1. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws from the left side of the
enclosure.
2. Position one of the mounting brackets, as shown below, aligning the holes on the side of the
enclosure with one set of holes on the mounting bracket.
3. Use the screws from Step 1 to attach the mounting bracket.
Mounting Instructions
LAN FWHOST
OMEGA
TM
DEVICE
PWR
LINK
LAN FWHOST
OMEGA
TM
DEVICE
PWR
LINK

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4. Repeat these steps to attach the second mounting bracket to the opposite side of the unit.
5. Mount the unit to a at surface using the oval-shaped holes, on each mounting bracket.
If using a drywall surface, a #6 drywall screw is recommended.
LAN FWHOST
OMEGA
TM
DEVICE
PWR
LINK

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Analyzer Software
HDBaseT Testing
1. Launch the Analyzer software.
2. Make sure the system is powered and the transmitter and receiver are connected using the
HDBaseT OUT and HDBaseT IN ports.
3. Connect an active source to the transmitter and an active display to the receiver. Set the
source to the highest resolution.
4. Connect a mini-USB to USB-A cable from the FW port, on the transmitter, to a computer.
5. Click the Port drop-down list and select the COM port, then click the Connect button.
The Analyzer software provides HDBaseT testing, debugging, and rmware update utilities.
The software can be downloaded from the Resource tab located at https://atlona.com/product/
at-ome-ex-kit/.
6. Click Quality in the menu bar.
7. Click the Start button in the lower-right right corner of the window. The link information and
cable pairing test results will display. Follow the instructions on the Analyzer software for
any pair failures.

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Debug
1. Launch the Analyzer software.
2. Make sure the system is powered and the transmitter and receiver are connected using the
HDBaseT OUT and HDBaseT IN ports.
3. Connect an active source to the transmitter and an active display to the receiver. Set the
source to the highest resolution.
4. Connect a mini-USB to USB-A cable from the FW port, on the transmitter, to a computer.
5. Click the Port drop-down list and select the COM port, then click the Connect button
6. Click Debug in the menu bar.
7. Click the Debug button. Information will appear in the box eld if there is any data that can
be logged. The log can be saved to the local computer if needed.

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Requirements:
• AT-OME-EX-TX
• Firmware le
• Computer running Windows
• USB-A to USB mini-B cable
1. Disconnect power from the unit.
2. Connect a USB-A to USB mini-B cable between the PC and the FW port on the unit.
3. Power the unit. Make sure the receiver is powered and a category cable is connected
between the HDBaseT ports of both the transmitter and receiver units.
4. The USB UPDATE folder will be displayed. If this folder is not displayed, automatically,
select the USB UPDATE drive from Windows Explorer.
5. Delete all les from the USB UPDATE drive, if any are present.
NOTE: The update process can take up to ve minutes to complete.
6. Drag-and-drop the rmware le to the drive.
7. The PWR LED indicator, on the front panel, will ash green while the unit is being updated.
Do not disconnect the USB cable during the update process. When the PWR LED stops
ashing and is solid green, the update process will be complete.
8. Disconnect the USB cable from the unit and repeat for any additional units.
Updating the Firmware