Abstract: A dockable connection assembly attached to the ceiling of a motor vehicle so that passengers can enjoy watching a display monitor at desired and comfortable angles while still being able to access the electrical components of the display screen and its counterparts in video technology. This structure allows for the screen to move at all angles, whether it be up, down, clockwise, or counterclockwise. The structure also has a safety feature that will allow for disengagement in case of emergency situations. This dockable connection assembly comprises a retainer assembly, a connector assembly, and a harness assembly. The retainer assembly provides the support for the entirety of the dockable connection assembly by holding the connector assembly and the display monitor onto the ceiling. The connector assembly provides for the electric connection a point of contact and allows for the rotation of the display monitor.

Abstract: A mounting device for a display device comprising a mounting bracket coupled to the underside of a body and a pivot bracket coupled to the mounting bracket. A pivot bracket is coupled to the mounting bracket at one end thereof. A tilt block is coupled to the pivot bracket and is rotatable about an axis substantially parallel to the body. A carriage bolt is coupled to the tilt block and is rotatable about an axis substantially perpendicular to the body. A display system bracket is operatively connected to the carriage bolt. An interface bracket is connected to the display system bracket and is capable of engaging a display device.

Abstract: A thin-film display mounting structure includes a thin-film display, a pivot shaft fastened pivotally with the back side of the thin-film display near the top, and two hooks fixedly fastened to the pivot shaft for hanging the thin-film display on a sun visor inside a car, or hook plates at the back of the cover of the headrest of one front seat of a car.

Abstract: A direction regulator H of display, comprising a frame M mounting a member 7 capable of elevating/lowering in the height direction X1. A display fixing part 1 is provided to an upper part of the elevating/lowering member 7. The display fixing part 1 comprises a base member 2 having a spherical receiving face 27A. In front of the base member 2, a cap support 3 comprising a spherical cap body 31 having a curvature substantially identical to that of the receiving face 27A is provided to be urged by a spring 9 through the receiving face 27A of the base member 2. A flange 4 is clamped between the base member 2 and the cap support 3. The flange 4 is slidable along the spherical receiving face 27A of the base member 2. The flange 4 is fixed with a display D through an angle regulating member 5.

Abstract: A flat panel display apparatus having a tilt/swivel mechanism therein allows a user to adjustably move the display panel in an up-and-down tilt direction and a right-and-left swivel direction along the connecting area. The flat panel display apparatus includes: a flat panel display, a computer, a swivel base, a yoke, a mounting base and a pair of elastic members. The yoke is pivotally secured to the connecting area of the flat panel display. The swivel base is pivotally secured to the flat panel display with the yoke. The swivel base has a first cylinder with two grooves parallel and opposite each other on the outer surface of the first cylinder. The mounting base is located in the computer. The mounting base has a second cylinder, the second cylinder having a cable hole formed at the center of the second cylinder to hold the swivel base and two mounting slots located in the cable hole opposite each other. Each elastic member has a projection to be held in the mounting slot.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus has a first housing, a second housing, a hinge mechanism and an interlocking mechanism. The hinge mechanism couples the first and second housings so that the housings are relatively rotated about first and second axes intersected with each other. An interlocking mechanism decreases a rotational resistance between the first and second housings about one of the two axes, while the first and second housing are relatively situated to each other at a position of the rotation about the other axis.

Abstract: A connector for mechanically and electrically connecting devices such that the devices can pivot about two different axes relative to one another.

Abstract: An improved enclosure apparatus that can be used in conjunction with electrical excitation apparatus or other equipment is convertible between a rack-mountable configuration and a wall-mountable configuration. The enclosure apparatus includes a housing having first and second walls. A user interface is securable to the first wall when the enclosure apparatus is in the rack-mountable configuration and is securable to the second wall when the enclosure apparatus is in the wall-mountable configuration. The enclosure apparatus may additionally include a console apparatus having a console wall that protrudes outwardly from the second wall and to which the user interface can be secured.

Abstract: An electronic device having rotatable display. The rotatable display includes a data transmission board having at least one first connector, a first locating plate on which the data transmission board is secured, a second locating plate for rotational engagement with the first locating plate and a printed circuit board having a plurality of concentric connecting portions secured on the second locating plate. The first connector maintains contact with the connecting portions for signal transmission by means of the rotational engagement of the first locating plate and the second locating plate.

Abstract: A swivel hinge assembly is provided for use in an electronic device, such as a portable electronic device. The swivel hinge assembly includes a first rotary shaft configured to be rotatable about a substantially vertically extending axis, a base configured to be rotatable in a substantially horizontal plane by the first rotary shaft, and a second rotary shaft, which is installed on the base, at least a portion of which is configured to be rotatable about a substantially horizontally extending axis which intersects with the first rotary shaft. The swivel hinge assembly may further comprise a cover plate configured to cover an opening formed on a top surface of a main body of the electronic device, and in which the base rotates.

Abstract: A monitor has a monitor main body and a base member to support the monitor main body. The monitor includes a link member disposed between the monitor main body and the base member, a base hinge coupling the link member, which is to be rotated within a predetermined angle against the base member, with the base member, and a monitor hinge coupling the monitor main body, which is to be rotated against the link member, with the link member. The monitor includes an auxiliary link member to link the rotation of the link member against the base member with the rotation of monitor main body, and a base bracket combined to the base member to allow the base member to be installed on an inclined plane.

Abstract: A display apparatus has a monitor body. The display apparatus includes a supporting part disposed in the monitor body; a stand having an mounting part mutually coupled to the supporting part; and an elastic member interposed between the supporting part and the mounting part. Here, the display apparatus in which the monitor body is easily coupled to the stand thereof is provided.

Abstract: A pendulum mount supports a display screen for a dental patient. This pendulum mount includes a ceiling mount that mechanically couples to the ceiling. The ceiling mount allows rotation relative to the ceiling while internally routing cables for power, video, audio or other feeds to the display. A support arm mechanically couples to the ceiling mounts with a first joint. The cables exit the conduit at the first joint and enter the support arm. Then the cables run within the support arm to a second joint. Tension between the support arm and the ceiling mount counterbalances the moment of the display. A mounting assembly mechanically couples to the support arm via a second joint at the far end of the support arm to support the display for the dental patient. As with the first joint, cables exit the support arm and may directly couple to the display screen.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a monitor with touch sensor capabilities having enhanced stability features. One embodiment of the invention is a monitor with touch input capabilities that includes a monitor panel, a base, an upper support member, and a lower support member. The upper support member is secured to the monitor panel at first and second locations, and is further secured to the base. The lower support member is secured to the panel at third and fourth locations that are lower relative to the first and second positions. The lower support member is also secured to the base. In some embodiments of the invention, the upper support member is adjustable to allow the monitor panel to rotate about the lower support member from an upright position to an angled position relative to the base.

Abstract: A device for tiltable mounting of a component, such as a display screen, on a wall, which device comprises a first part to be fixed to a wall, as well as a second part to which the component can be connected. Said parts are pivotally interconnected via a first pivot. The device furthermore comprises a spring which is pivotally connected to the second part with a first end via a second pivot and which is pivotally connected, via a third pivot, to the first part with a second end remote from said first end. The second part comprises a mounting surface which extends substantially parallel to a supporting surface extending through the first and second pivots.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus has a hinge mechanism, which connects a main unit and a display unit. A first shaft of the hinge mechanism connects the display unit to the main unit such that the display unit is rotatable between a closed position where the display unit overlies the main unit and an open position where the display unit is raised up from the main unit. A second shaft of the hinge mechanism is perpendicular to the first shaft and connects the display unit to the main unit so as to be rotatable in a circumferential direction of the second shaft. The main unit has a braking mechanism, which generates braking force that limits rotation of the display unit between the closed position and the open position. The display unit has an engagement member, which is removaly engaged with the braking mechanism.

Abstract: A stand for a flat panel display, such as an LCD display, includes a base member, a one-piece bracket plate, and a pair of mounting units for mounting pivotally the panel display. The bracket plate includes a planar support member, a front connecting member projecting forwardly from a lower end of the support member, and two bracing members projecting rearwardly from two lateral ends of the support member. Two connecting members project respectively rightward and leftward from lower ends of the bracing members. The front connecting member is secured on the base member. The support member has an upper edge with a length larger than that of the lower end thereof. The bracket plate defines right and left corners at the lateral ends so as to reinforce bending strength thereof.

Abstract: Support device for a liquid crystal flat screen (12), in particular for computer workstations, of the type including an arm (14) suitable for connection to a carrying structure (16), and an articulating mechanism (18) interposed between the arm and the screen. The carrying structure includes a stirrup (20) with two horizontally spaced walls (104, 106) and respectively provided with two aligned apertures (108, 110) defining a horizontal passage (32) with a given axis (XX) capable of being passed through by the cantilevered arm (14).

Abstract: A tilt-swivel stand includes a base member, a movable member mounted on the base member, and a connecting mechanism for connecting the base member to the movable member. The connecting mechanism consists of a protrusion and a guide groove into which the protrusion is inserted. The protrusion includes a shank and an engaging portion. This engaging portion has a normal size greater than the width of the guide groove. The engaging portion is flexible enough to go through the guide groove.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus includes a main board module with pivotally interconnected first and second module members, and a display module connected pivotally to the second module member. A biasing member is connected to the first and second module members, and biases the second module member from a first supporting position, where the first and second module members are capable of contacting a table surface, to a second supporting position, where the second module member is lifted away from the table surface. A releasable retaining device is provided on the main board module for retaining releasably the second module member at the first supporting position against biasing action of the biasing member.

Abstract: There is provided a display apparatus which can avoid different visibility according to positions of seats in an automobile and which can supply information to passengers seated on all the seats. The display apparatus 1 comprises a rotary portion 5 adapted to be mounted on a ceiling wall of the automobile, an arm portion 6, and a display unit 7. The rotary portion 5 has a base part 5a which is rotatable around a rotation axis 5b intersecting the ceiling wall 3. The arm portion 6 is supported by means of the rotary portion 5 so as to rotate around a rotation axis 10a. The display unit 7 is supported by means of the arm portion 6 so as to rotate around rotation axes 12a, 13a.

Abstract: A support (1) for supporting at least one device (2, 3, 4), especially for supporting screen display devices and other medical devices, has a support arm (5) and at least one support device (26) which is at least indirectly connected to said support arm (5). The support device (26) is connected to a support plate (20) in order to receive the device (2, 3, 4). Said support plate can be tilted by means of a regulating mechanism (72) in order to tilt the device (2, 3, 4).

Abstract: A flat monitor. The flat monitor comprises a supporting mechanism. The supporting mechanism comprises a base having a receiving space, a first linking shaft having a first end connected to the base and a second end, and a second linking shaft having a third end and a fourth end. The third end is movably connected to the base and moves between a first position and a second position. The fourth end is pivoted to the second end of the first linking shaft so as to form a joint portion. A deceleration device is disposed between the first linking shaft and the base in order to slow the speed at which the joint portion moves between a supporting position and a receiving position.

Abstract: A suspension arm is constructed to include a mounting base for fastening to the top of a table by a mounting assembly, an axle block, a link pivotally coupled between the mounting base and the axle block, a gyro block pivoted to the a axle block to hold a swivel holder for holding a article, an elongated hollow support, the support arm having two bottom clamping plates arranged pivotally coupled to the mounting base and two top eyelets pivotally coupled to the gyro block, a first torsion mechanism adapted to lock the support arm and the mounting base, a second torsion mechanism adapted to lock the support arm and the gyro block, and a traction mechanism connected between the gyro block and the support arm and adapted to share the burden of the weight of the article to be carried on the suspension arm.

Abstract: An automatically adjusting support for an LCD monitor is composed of a bottom seat, an elevating part, a rotating part, a longitudinally moving part, and an installing plate. An LCD monitor secured on the installing plate can be adjusted in height by the elevating part, at a horizontal angle by the rotating part, and at a vertical angle by the longitudinally moving part.

Abstract: A system for managing cables is disclosed herein. A preferred aspect of the system comprises a flat panel monitor having a front surface, a rear surface, a left side surface and a right side surface. The system also comprises a plurality of downwardly facing cable portals coupled to the rear surface of the flat panel monitor and a stand coupled to the rear surface of the flat panel monitor, wherein the flat panel monitor is forwardly rotatable on said the on a horizontal axis; and a plurality of releasably connectable retaining member are coupled to the rear surface of the flat panel monitor.

Abstract: A coupling device for a displaying apparatus and electronic appliances which comprises a base member having a mounting part, positioned on an installation surface; and a monitor main body having a plurality of movable mounting parts detachably combined relative to the mounting part of the base member. With this configuration, the displaying apparatus can be easily adapted for a table-mounted type displaying apparatus or a wall-mounted type displaying apparatus.

Abstract: An object supporting structure includes a load element that is downwardly connected to a first U-shaped piece that is connected by abutment to a sliding axle of a connecting element. The connecting element is provided with a second U-shaped piece that is placed inside the first U-shaped piece. Thereby, a loading charge of the load element is uniformly distributed on the connecting element by means of the first and second U-shaped pieces. As a result, the loading charge from the load element is dissipated, which prevents the connecting element from receiving an excessive loading charge so that the sliding axle can favorably slide along the grooves of the attachment base.

Abstract: A flat panel display apparatus having a tilt/swivel mechanism therein allows a user to adjustably move the display panel in an up-and-down tilt direction and a right-and-left swivel direction along the connecting area. The flat panel display apparatus includes: a flat panel display, a computer, a swivel base, a yoke, a mounting base and a pair of elastic members. The yoke is pivotally secured to the connecting area of the flat panel display. The swivel base is pivotally secured to the flat panel display with the yoke. The swivel base has a first cylinder with two grooves parallel and opposite each other on the outer surface of the first cylinder. The mounting base is located in the computer. The mounting base has a second cylinder, the second cylinder having a cable hole formed at the center of the second cylinder to hold the swivel base and two mounting slots located in the cable hole opposite each other. Each elastic member has a projection to be held in the mounting slot.

Abstract: A mounting arrangement for a planar visual display unit includes a support base, which can be fixed to a support surface, spacer tubes for elevating a pivotable base above the support surface and an arm fixed to the base through a hinge pin and an air spring. The arm supports a shaped channel plate for holding the visual display unit when the visual display unit is attached to a complementary mounting bracket. The pivot base can rotate 360° with respect to the support base and the arm can move in a vertical plane limited by the action of an air spring. The shaped channel plate is attached to the arm by a pin pivot and a ball and socket joint. The arm and the visual display unit maintain a steady position by way of the dampening of the air spring and the frictional loading applied to each of the joint components, namely the hinge pin, and the pin pivot and ball and socket joint attaching the plate to the arm.

Abstract: A portable computer having improved capabilities for facilitating a demonstration to an audience. The computer's main display is pivotably mounted to the keyboard portion of the computer, allowing an audience to view the computer's output. A secondary liquid crystal display is mounted on or near the computer's keyboard, allowing the computer's operator to view the computer's output when the screen is facing the audience. The secondary liquid crystal display can also be operated independently of the main display in order to prolong screen and battery life.

Abstract: A support unit is used for supporting a display device having a displaying face, and includes an axle mounted rotatably on a seat. The axle defines a first axis that is parallel to the displaying face, and has a cylindrical outer surface surrounding the first axis. The axle is rotatable about the first axis relative to the seat. A coupling unit interconnects the display device and the cylindrical outer surface of the axle in a manner such that the display device is rotatable relative to the axle about a second axis that is transverse to the first axis and the displaying face. An upright support member supports the seat from below in such a manner that the seat is turnable relative to the upright support member about a third axis transverse to the first and second axes.

Abstract: A tilter for positioning electronic devices such as flat-screen monitors. The tilter includes a support block pivotally attached to a center tilt mount, and a shaft that is capable of engaging an extension arm or other components that attach to a support block. A rotating plate is rotatably secured to the center tilt mount. An adapter plate that is capable of securing the tilter to a variety of standardized fastening regions is secured to either the rotating plate or the center tilt mount. The tilter allows for the rotational positioning of an electronic device about one or more axis.

Abstract: A tilter assembly for an electronic device such as a liquid crystal display includes a swivel bolt having an opening at one end thereof, a swivel lug having one end pivotably attached to the swivel bolt within the opening, and an adapter having an opening within which the other end of the swivel lug is secured. The tilter assembly is attachable to an adjustable extension arm which is mounted to a supporting surface for positional manipulation of the electronic device.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flat display with replaceable base stand. The flat display has a flat display panel for displaying an image frame, a support pedestal rotatably installed on the back of the flat display panel, and a base stand comprising an opening which can accommodate the support pedestal. The support pedestal has a protruding portion installed on the back of the flat display panel and a fixture rotatably installed on the protruding portion. The fixture fits inside the opening of the base stand to rotatably install the flat display panel onto the base stand.

Abstract: A secure enclosure for a flat panel display screen which is positioned within a ceiling grid structure. An enclosing plenum includes operating means so that the display screen may be readily lowered to several different display angles. The apparatus and method may be applied to video or other display screens used, for example, in conference rooms. The overall system provides security for the expensive display screen and space saving when the screen is not in use.

Abstract: The invention provides a projector that includes a stand type screen apparatus and an image projection device. The stand type screen apparatus includes a base table, a projecting device installing unit turnably mounted on the base table for detachably installing the image projecting device, a support leg turnably mounted on the base table and a screen holding unit holding the screen and turnably mounted on the support leg. With this arrangement, the size of a rear projection type projector is reduced, an installation space is decreased and portability is enhanced.

Abstract: The display device includes a pedestal having a planar pedestal main body to be placed on a placing object and a planar arm that is arranged in a standing manner having a specified angle against the pedestal main body, and a display portion that is installed to the arm in a swinging manner and has an image display portion. In the case where the center of gravity of the display portion is within a range of a projection surface of the pedestal, the swinging angle of the display portion can be optimally set.

Abstract: A flat panel display device having a stand cap which is firmly assembling to a hinge member. The flat panel display device includes a display unit for displaying an image and is vertically and horizontally pivotally supported by a stand through a hinge member. The hinge member has a tilting shaft for pivoting the display unit vertically and a rotation member for rotating the display unit horizontally. The stand cap is fixed to the rotation member by a fastener so that the stand cap is rotated with and not released from the rotation member when the display unit is rotated.

Abstract: A portable computer includes a base and a cover mounted to the base. The base has a first hinge groove formed in an external surface of the base, and the cover has a second hinge groove formed in an external surface of the cover. The portable computer also includes a hinge having a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is seated in the first hinge groove and is substantially flush with the external surface of the base adjacent the first hinge groove. The first portion is rigidly connected to the base. The second portion is seated in the second hinge groove and is substantially flush with the external surface of the cover adjacent the second hinge groove. The second portion is pivotally connected to the cover and rigidly connected to the first portion such that the second portion is substantially perpendicular to the first portion.

Abstract: An LCD monitor includes a stand in which cable plugs are inserted through a recess in a bracket so as to be connected to connectors in the interior of the stand. In this way, the plugs are concealed from view, and are protected from tampering or damage. Moreover, during rotation or tilting of the monitor by the user, the plugs and their cables do not interfere with such rotation or tiling of the monitor by impact with any surface located behind the monitor. A printed circuit board (PCB) is supported on surface inside the stand, and the bracket is mounted on the outer frame of the stand and comprises a lower fitting panel, a top panel and side panels extending from the outer frame.

Abstract: A hinge assembly for mounting a video display with a screen to the interior of an automobile is disclosed. The hinge assembly comprises an open shaft adapted to pivot the screen about a first axis, a rotate shaft adapted to pivot the screen about a second axis, transversal to the first axis, a click plate attached to at least one end of the rotate shaft, the click plate causing the rotate shaft to pivot with a plurality of stops to maintain stability of the video display, a stopper attached to at least one end of the rotate shaft, the stopper causing the rotate shaft to stop rotation at a predetermined angle.

Abstract: A display unit is provided, the display unit including a housing configured for mounting to the ceiling of an automobile, and a screen mounted on the housing for pivot about a first axis between a stowed position wherein the screen is embedded in the ceiling and a deployed position wherein the screen projects from the housing to reveal a viewing surface of the screen. The screen also is pivotal about a second axis transverse to the first axis, promoting viewability of the screen.

Abstract: A support arm system with a wall connector element, horizontal and vertical support arms, angle brackets and joint elements, and a free end on which a control device is attached with an articulated joint, so that the free end is rotatably limited and can be fixed in place. Vibrations in the wall on which the support arm system is fastened can be isolated from the control device in a simple manner because a housing, which has two housing elements, is connected with the articulated joint element of the articulated joint facing the control device, and because a connecting element is housed, elastically supported horizontally and vertically by cushioning elements, in the housing, and the connecting element is connected with the control device.

Abstract: A rotatable base for computer monitors includes a body portion having a top formed with a circular recess and a sectarian recess surrounding the circular recess and having same center as the circular recess, the sectorial recess being formed with a curved groove having same center as the sectorial recess; and a disc having a bottom provided with a curved lug configured to fit in the curved groove for limiting rotatable range of the disc with respect to the body portion, a plurality, a plurality of curved ribs having same center as the disc and adapted to slide on upper surface of the sectorial recess, and a plurality of legs arranged in a circular manner configured to fit in the circular recess, each of the legs having a lower end provided with a hook for preventing the disc from disengaging from the body portion inadvertently.

Abstract: A display assembly that includes a flat panel display and a display stand. A hinge that attaches to the housing of the display provides for tilt adjustment. The display stand includes two rails that attach to a base and a sliding frame that is coupled to the hinge. The two rails support the sliding frame such that the sliding frame can move up and down along the two rails. A rotary dampener dampens downward movement of the sliding frame. The display stand also includes a latching mechanism that selectively latches the sliding frame to one of the rails. The latching mechanism includes a handle that can be manually operated so as to selectively engage and disengage the latching mechanism. Movement of the handle of the latching mechanism releases the latching mechanism. The display can then be moved up or down as desired to accommodate the needs of a particular user. Once the display is positioned as desired, the release of the handle operates to engage the latching mechanism.

Abstract: A flat-panel display apparatus, including a liquid crystal display (LCD) on which images are displayed according to input video signals and a stand for supporting the LCD, has a hinge for connecting the LCD to the stand at a single point. The hinge has a vertical shaft for side-to-side control of the LCD with respect to the stand and a horizontal shaft for forward/backward control of the LCD with respect to the stand.

Abstract: Desktop flat panel display support system includes a base, a pivot support bracket assembly, and a support arm, with gas spring, leads to a single axis pivot where a flat panel display may be connected. The pivot support bracket assembly rotates about a vertical axis to provide azimuthil rotation of the support arm. The pivoting bracket assembly includes a frictional assembly and a brake assembly. The frictional assembly includes at least two planar metal surfaces and an easy breakaway frictional polymer disk between the metal surfaces. A nut, bolt and spring washer provide tension to the assembly.

Abstract: A support tray assembly comprising a planar tray formed with a spherical portion being formed with a central slit-like opening extending along a line of pitch of the tray and a cam-engaging track extending along a tilt axis of the tray. A manipulating member is formed with a seat portion forming part of a sphere corresponding in shape with the spherical portion of the support tray and being in sliding engagement therewith. The manipulating member is rotatable about an axis of rotation and is fitted with a cam member rotatably fixed thereto. The cam member is eccentric with respect to the axis of rotation and is adapted for reciprocal sliding engagement with the cam-engaging track of the tray along the tilt axis. Rotation of the manipulating member imparts the tray with reciprocal displacement only along the line of pitch.

Abstract: A display system includes a base, a pair of electronic displays, and an arm assembly that supports the displays from the base in vertical or horizontal registration. In one implementation, the arm assembly is a single telescopic member that rotates relative to the base and locks in vertical and horizontal orientations, the displays rotate relative to the member between corresponding extreme angular positions in which the operative angular orientation of the displays relative to horizontal is maintained, and the length of the member is adjusted to minimize separation of the displays. In another implementation, the arm assembly has separate arms rotating about vertically spaced axes and linked to minimize the separation of the displays automatically when vertically or horizontally registered.