Atlona OmniStream 324 Device Side IP to USB Adapter - AT-OMNI-324

Product Overview

The Atlona AT-OMNI-324 is a device-side IP to USB adapter that extends USB peripheral connectivity over a Gigabit Ethernet network as part of the Atlona OmniStream USB over IP system. Designed for commercial AV integrators deploying networked USB extension in conference rooms, huddle rooms, and collaborative meeting spaces, the AT-OMNI-324 provides a four-port USB 2.0 hub at the peripheral end of the link, supporting USB over IP up to 330 feet (100 meters) per cable hop. It pairs with the AT-OMNI-311 host-side adapter to deliver flexible, scalable USB routing across an IP infrastructure without dedicated point-to-point USB extender hardware.

Product Description

The AT-OMNI-324 is the peripheral (device) side adapter in the Atlona OmniStream USB over IP system. It features four USB 2.0 Type-A ports capable of supporting high-bandwidth devices such as PTZ cameras, soundbars, speakerphones, microphones, and DSPs, as well as standard USB HID peripherals including keyboards, mice, and touch displays. USB 2.0 data rates up to 480 Mbps are supported across the Gigabit Ethernet link. A single AT-OMNI-311 host-side adapter can simultaneously pair with up to seven AT-OMNI-324 units over the network, making it possible to build a centralized PC-to-room USB distribution architecture across an entire floor or facility. In a point-to-point deployment, the OMNI-324 and OMNI-311 extend USB up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a single run of CAT5e or CAT6 cable. USB signal routing across the network is configured and managed using Atlona Velocity Device Manager, which provides centralized device discovery, routing assignment, firmware management, and real-time monitoring. The unit supports enterprise network security protocols including HTTPS, SSH, Telnet, WebSockets with TLS, and AES-128 encryption. Certified switch configurations for popular Cisco and Pakedge models are available to streamline network infrastructure integration. The OMNI-324 draws power from an included external 24V DC power supply, while front panel LEDs indicate power, LAN link, USB host presence, and IP signal status for easy commissioning and troubleshooting. The low-profile 1-inch (25 mm) enclosure includes surface mounting brackets for under-table or furniture installation.

Key Features

• Four-Port USB 2.0 Hub — Connects up to four peripheral devices simultaneously at the room end of the USB over IP link.
• USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps — Supports high-bandwidth devices including PTZ cameras, speakerphones, soundbars, microphones, and DSPs.
• IP Network Transport — Extends USB over standard Gigabit Ethernet using CAT5e or CAT6 cable, up to 330 ft (100 m) per hop.
• 1-to-7 Pairing — Up to seven OMNI-324 units can pair simultaneously with a single AT-OMNI-311 host adapter for multi-room deployments.
• Velocity Device Manager Integration — Centralized USB routing, configuration, firmware updates, and monitoring via Atlona Velocity Device Manager.
• Enterprise Security Protocols — Supports HTTPS, SSH, Telnet, WebSockets with TLS, and AES-128 encryption for secure network operation.
• HID and High-Bandwidth Device Support — Compatible with keyboards, mice, touch displays, and high-bandwidth USB peripherals from a single unit.
• USB Current Delivery — Provides up to 1A per USB Type-A port, with a maximum of 2.5A across all four ports.
• Front Panel LED Indicators — Power, LAN link, USB host, and signal LEDs support fast commissioning and fault isolation.
• Certified Switch Compatibility — Validated configurations available for Cisco, Pakedge, and other certified network switches.
• Low-Profile Form Factor — 1-inch (25 mm) enclosure with included surface mounting brackets for discreet under-table or wall installation.

Typical Applications

• Conference room USB peripheral extension — connecting PTZ cameras, speakerphones, and touch displays to a remote PC over the network
• Huddle room video conferencing with centralized PC and remote USB audio/video peripherals
• Boardroom AV integration providing USB connectivity to room-side devices from a rack-mounted host
• Commercial meeting space USB-over-IP infrastructure for scalable multi-room deployments
• Training room setups with wall-mounted touch displays interfacing to laptops at the instructor station
• All-hands room and auditorium USB device distribution across long cable runs

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the AT-OMNI-324 and the AT-OMNI-311?

The AT-OMNI-324 is the peripheral (device) side adapter with four USB Type-A ports for connecting USB peripherals. The AT-OMNI-311 is the host side adapter that connects to a PC or other USB host device. The two units work together to extend USB over the IP network. The AT-OMNI-324 requires an external power supply, while the AT-OMNI-311 is powered directly by the USB host device.

Q: How many AT-OMNI-324 units can connect to a single AT-OMNI-311?

A single AT-OMNI-311 can simultaneously pair with up to seven AT-OMNI-324 units over the network. This allows a single PC to interface with USB peripherals in multiple rooms from one host connection.

Q: What USB device types are supported by the AT-OMNI-324?

The AT-OMNI-324 supports high-bandwidth USB 2.0 devices including PTZ cameras, soundbars, speakerphones, microphones, and DSPs. It also supports standard USB HID class peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and touch displays. USB 3.0 devices are not supported.

Q: What network infrastructure is required for the AT-OMNI-324?

The AT-OMNI-324 requires a Gigabit Ethernet network. Atlona provides certified switch configurations for popular Cisco and Pakedge models. The use of an Atlona-certified switch configuration is recommended to ensure proper QoS and multicast handling for reliable USB over IP performance.

Q: How is USB routing managed across multiple OMNI-324 units?

USB routing is configured and managed using Atlona Velocity Device Manager, a web-based software platform that provides centralized device discovery, routing assignment, firmware update automation, and real-time monitoring across the entire OmniStream installation.

Q: Can the AT-OMNI-324 be used in a point-to-point extension without a managed network?

Yes. The AT-OMNI-324 and AT-OMNI-311 can be connected directly via a single Ethernet cable or through an unmanaged switch for point-to-point USB extension up to 330 feet (100 meters). The pairing button on each unit is used to establish the connection in this configuration.

Q: Does Atlona require certification to purchase or receive support for the AT-OMNI-324?

For customers in North and Latin America, Atlona requires completion of the free Authorized OmniStream AV over IP online course to access advanced technical support. This InfoComm-accredited course is available at no cost through the Atlona training portal.