Abstract: A retaining adaptor is provided which secures appliances such as televisions to appliance support devices without necessitating any structural change or other damage to the appliance.
Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting an appliance having at least one arm which is mounted at one end to a support surface and adapted at the other end for attachment of the appliance. The method and apparatus also includes a unique biasing system for holding the arm in a variety of user selected and activated orientations. The biasing means is composed of a combination of shock absorbers and springs to provide safe, efficient operation.