Tilt head for heavy duty display support systems

Abstract

A support system for a display device includes a first arm configured to extend from a support surface. A second arm is rotatably coupled to the first arm. The second arm has a range of motion relative to the first arm. A ring housing is rotatably coupled to the second arm. A tilt ring is movably coupled to the ring housing, the tilt ring configured to couple to the display. The tilt ring has a diamond shaped configuration that is in frictional engagement with the ring housing. An adjustment mechanism is configured to move the tilt ring relative to the ring housing to adjust the frictional engagement between the tilt ring and the ring housing.

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] Various exemplary embodiments relate to a support system used to movably support an electronic display, such as a monitor or TV.

[0002] [Citation to Related Applications] This application is a priority application based on U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 187,700, filed May 12, 2021, the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference in its entirety into this specification.

[0003] Modern screen-type display devices are typically flat screen displays mounted on an elevation support. One particular support utilizes a movable support arm that may in turn be secured to a surface such that the display is held above or in front of the surface. The display may be coupled to a movable head such that the orientation of the display relative to the arm may be adjusted. For example, the display may be tilted or rotated relative to the support arm. A typical display support device has a weight limit in the range of 0 kg to 9 kg, sufficient for standard displays, e.g., for monitors up to 27 inches. An example of such a support system is shown in U.S. Pat. No. 9,316,346, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein in its entirety. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] U.S. Pat. No. 9,316,346 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] When a large display outside the standard weight range is used with a standard display arm, the weight of the display may be greater than the holding force of the head. As a result, the head may not be able to support the display in the position desired by the user. Therefore, large displays are typically supported by stationary mounts, which limits the positioning and versatility offered by a movable support. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In one particular embodiment, a support system for a display device includes a first arm configured to extend from a support surface. A second arm is rotatably coupled to the first arm. The second arm has a range of motion relative to the first arm. A ring housing is rotatably coupled to the second arm. A tilt ring is movably coupled to the ring housing, the tilt ring configured to couple to the display. The tilt ring has a diamond shaped configuration that is in frictional engagement with the ring housing. An adjustment mechanism is configured to move the tilt ring relative to the ring housing to adjust the frictional engagement between the tilt ring and the ring housing.

[0007] In one particular form, the tilt ring has a truncated outer edge.

[0008] In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism rotates the tilt ring relative to the ring housing.

[0009] In one particular form, a cradle is positioned within the ring housing, and the tilt ring is slidably coupled to the cradle.

[0010] In one particular form, the cradle has a body with a V-shaped groove that receives the diamond-shaped tilt ring.

[0011] In one particular aspect, the adjustment mechanism is configured to rotate the cradle relative to the ring housing.

[0012] In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism includes a rotating member and a transverse pin.

[0013] In one particular embodiment, a support system for a display device includes a first arm configured to extend from a support surface. A second arm is rotatably coupled to the first arm. The second arm has a range of motion relative to the first arm. A ring housing is rotatably coupled to the second arm. A cradle is movably coupled to the ring housing. A tilt ring is movably coupled to the cradle and the ring housing, the tilt ring configured to couple to the display. The tilt ring is in frictional engagement with the ring housing. An adjustment mechanism is configured to rotate the cradle relative to the ring housing. Movement of the cradle relative to the ring housing adjusts the frictional engagement of the tilt ring and the ring housing.

[0014] In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism rotates the cradle from a rearward position relative to the housing and rotates the cradle from a forward position relative to the housing.

[0015] In one particular form, when the cradle is in the forward position, the cradle is free to move to the rearward position without adjustment of the adjustment mechanism.

[0016] In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism includes a rotating member and a transverse pin.

[0017] In one particular form, the ring housing has a first opening that receives the transverse pin and the cradle has a second opening that receives the transverse pin, and rotation of the rotating member causes translation of the transverse pin within the first opening.

[0018] In one particular form, the adjustment member is accessible to a user when the display is coupled to the tilt ring.

[0019] In one particular embodiment, the tilt ring is in the form of a diamond.

[0020] In one particular form, the adjustment member has a head configured to receive a tool.

[0021] In one particular embodiment, the tilt ring has a circular mount and a VESA connector is rotatably coupled to the mount.

[0022] In one particular embodiment, a support system for a display device includes a first arm configured to extend from a support surface. A second arm is rotatably coupled to the first arm. The second arm has a range of motion relative to the first arm. A ring housing is rotatably coupled to the second arm. The ring housing has an arcuate slot defining a first path of motion. A cradle is movably coupled to the ring housing. The cradle has a body defining a second arcuate path of motion. A tilt ring is movably coupled to the cradle and the ring housing. The tilt ring is in frictional engagement with the ring housing. An adjustment mechanism is configured to rotate the cradle relative to the ring housing to move the second path of motion relative to the first path of motion.

[0023] In one particular form, movement of the first path relative to the second path adjusts the frictional engagement relationship between the tilt ring and the tilt housing.

[0024] In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism rotates the cradle relative to the ring housing.

[0025] In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism includes a rotating member and a transverse pin, the ring housing having a first opening that receives the transverse pin and the cradle having a second opening that receives the transverse pin, and rotation of the rotating member causes translation of the transverse pin within the first opening.

[0026] In one particular embodiment, the tilt ring is in the form of a diamond.

[0027] In one particular embodiment, a support system for a display device includes a first arm configured to extend from a support surface. A second arm is rotatably coupled to the first arm. The second arm has a range of motion relative to the first arm. A tilt mechanism is rotatably coupled to the second arm. The tilt mechanism includes a ring housing and a tilt ring movably coupled to the ring housing. A connector is movably coupled to the tilt ring. The connector is configured to receive an adapter plate to mount the display.

[0028] In one particular form, the tilt ring has a circular mount and the connector has a circular opening that receives the mount to rotatably couple the connector to the mount.

[0029] In one particular form, the mount has a substantially annular channel and the connector has a protrusion that extends into the opening to mate with the annular channel.

[0030] In one particular form, the connector has a first portion and a second portion positioned across a gap from the first portion, the gap being bridged by a fastener configured to move the first portion relative to the second portion.

[0031] In one particular embodiment, the connector is configured to slidably engage a VESA plate.

[0032] In one particular form, the connector has a trapezoidal configuration.

[0033] Various aspects and features of the exemplary embodiments will become apparent from the following detailed description of the exemplary embodiments, which proceeds with reference to the accompanying drawings. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0034] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a support system for a display. [Diagram 2] FIG. 1 is an isometric view of the head joint, ring housing, and tilt ring of the support system. [Diagram 3] FIG. 3 is a partial exploded view of the components of FIG. 2. [Figure 4] FIG. 13 is a side view of the ring housing member. [Diagram 5] FIG. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a front isometric view of the cradle. [Figure 7] FIG. 13 is a rear isometric view of the tilt ring. [Figure 8] FIG. 13 is a side view of the assembled ring housing member, cradle, and tilt ring with the cradle and adjustment mechanism in a rearward position. [Figure 9] FIG. 13 is a side view of the assembled ring housing member, cradle, and tilt ring with the cradle and adjustment mechanism in a forward position. [Figure 10] FIG. 2 is a front isometric view of the connector. [Figure 11] FIG. 2 is a rear isometric view of the connector. [Figure 12] FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view of a connector coupled to a tilt ring. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 is an isometric view of another embodiment of a tilt mechanism. [Figure 14] FIG. 11 is a side view of FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0035] One particular example embodiment of a display support system relates to a movable arm support with a tilt head for a display. The tilt head is configured to provide sufficient holding force to hold the display in a desired position. In one particular embodiment, the tilt head allows a user to adjust the position of the display without having to make adjustments to the tilt head.

[0036] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a support system 100 for a display, the support system including a mounting portion 102. The mounting portion 102 is configured to secure the support system 100 to a support surface (not shown). The mounting portion 102 may include a clamp member 104 that may be coupled to a variety of surfaces or supports, such as a desk, table, wall, etc., as will be appreciated by those skilled in the art. A first arm 106 extends from the mounting portion 102. In one particular embodiment, the first arm 106 is rotatably coupled to the mounting portion. An intermediate joint 108 is rotatably coupled to a distal portion of the first arm 106. A second arm 110 is rotatably coupled to the intermediate joint 108. A head joint 112 is rotatably coupled to a distal portion of the second arm 110. A tilt mechanism 114 is movably coupled to the head joint 112. A display mount (not shown), e.g., a VESA-type display mount, may be coupled to the tilt mechanism 114 to receive the display, or the display may be directly coupled to the tilt mechanism. The first arm 106, the intermediate joint 108, the second arm 110, the head joint 112, and the tilt mechanism 114 may each include a single or multi-piece housing component, e.g., the first and second parts are coupled to each other. Other housing parts may be coupled as needed. One or more cable management or management devices 116 may be provided on one or more of the arms to organize and hold the cables extending to the display. The first arm 106, the intermediate joint 108, the second arm 110, the head joint 112, and the tilt mechanism 114 constitute exemplary embodiments of a support structure, although other forms of support structures may also be used.

[0037] As best seen in FIG. 1, the first arm 106 is oriented along a first vertical axis A relative to a support or surface. 1The intermediate joint 108 can rotate relative to the first arm 106 about a second axis A2. The second arm 110 can rotate relative to the intermediate joint 108 about a third axis A3. The head joint 112 can rotate relative to the second arm 110 about a fourth axis A4. The tilt mechanism 114 can rotate relative to the head joint 112 about a fifth axis A5 and a sixth axis A6. 6 In the illustrated embodiment, the first axis A 1 and the second axis A 2 is the vertical axis. The third axis A 3 and the fourth axis A 4 The fifth axis A5 is a vertical axis, and the sixth axis A 6 is a horizontal axis. In the illustrated embodiment, the sixth axis A 6 is an imaginary axis spaced from tilt mechanism 114 so as to pass through either the display mount or a portion of the display coupled to the display mount.

[0038] In one particular form, a direct link (not shown) has a first portion pivotally connected to the intermediate joint 108 and a second portion pivotally connected to the head joint 112. The direct link may extend through the housing and pass through the second spring casing and the second spring. During movement of the second arm from the raised position to the lowered position, the direct link causes the second arm to rotate about a horizontal axis A. 4 Rotation of the head joint about the second arm 110 occurs so that the attached display maintains its position relative to the support surface during rotation of the second arm 110.

[0039] 2 and 3 show components of the head joint 112 and tilt mechanism 114. The head joint 112 has one or more joint body members 120. The tilt mechanism 114 is rotatably coupled to the head joint 112. The tilt mechanism 114 includes a ring housing 122, a ring cradle 124, and a tilt ring 126. The ring housing 122 may include a first ring housing member and a second ring housing member. The ring cradle 124 is movably coupled to the ring housing 122. The tilt ring 126 is movably coupled to the ring cradle 124 and the ring housing 122. An adjustment mechanism 128 is coupled to the ring housing and the cradle. In one particular embodiment, the adjustment mechanism 128 includes a rotation member 130 and a transverse pin 132.

[0040] In the illustrated embodiment, the head fitting 112 and ring housing 124 are formed using a pair of body members connected together via one or more fasteners, although in other configurations more or less body members may be utilized as desired.

[0041] 4 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a first ring housing member 122, where the second ring housing member is a mirror image of the first ring housing member. In one particular form, the tilt ring 126 is slidably received within the ring housing 122, and the cradle 124 is pivotally coupled to the ring housing 122. The ring housing 122 is rotatably received within the head fitting 112.

[0042] In the upper portion of the ring housing 122, a transverse opening 134 defines a slot or groove for movably connecting the transverse pin 132 of the adjustment mechanism 128 to the ring housing member. The opening 134 may be a through hole or a blind hole. The length of the opening 134 may define the travel distance of the adjustment mechanism 128. In one particular form, the transverse opening 134 is at an oblique angle to the second arm 110 in a neutral position or extends along an axis that is substantially perpendicular to the central axis of the intermediate joint 108. The upper portion of the first ring housing member further has an oblique outer surface 136 with an opening through which the cradle 124 and tilt ring 126 can pass as they are moved relative to the ring housing 122.

[0043] A rear chamber 138 is provided adjacent the side opening 134 to receive the rotating member 130 of the adjustment mechanism 128. The chamber 138 is configured to capture at least a portion of the rotating member 130 to limit translation of the rotating member 130 relative to the ring housing 122. In one particular embodiment, the rotating member 130 may have a head and the chamber 138 may be configured to limit translation of the head in the forward and rearward directions. The head may be configured for user access through the rear opening such that a tool may be inserted into the head and used to rotate the rotating member 130. In other embodiments, a portion of the rotating member 130 may extend outside the chamber and may be directly engageable by a user without a tool.

[0044] The main body of the ring housing 122 may have one or more lateral projections 140, each having a cut-out portion for receiving the cradle 124. The projections 140 serve to constrain the lateral movement of the cradle 124 to limit any bending or twisting during operation. The lower portion of the ring housing is aligned along the first path of movement P. 1The tilt ring 126 has an arcuate slot 142 with a curvature that at least partially defines a bottom edge of the tilt ring 126. A lower opening is provided to allow the bottom of the tilt ring 126 to pass through. A lower side opening 144 serves as a pivot connection point for the cradle 124.

[0045] 5 and 6 show an exemplary embodiment of the cradle 124. In one particular form, the cradle 124 has an angled front surface 148 and a head 146 with a pair of openings 150 that receive the transverse pin 132 of the adjustment mechanism 128. When coupled to the ring housing 122, the openings 150 may be substantially aligned with the openings 134 in the ring housing 122.

[0046] The cradle body 152 may include an arcuate, substantially V-shaped groove 154 that receives the tilt ring 126. The V-shaped groove 154 defines an arcuate second path of travel P 2 A projection 156 may extend from each side of the body 152 to pivotally connect the cradle 124 to the ring housing 122.

[0047] 7 illustrates an example embodiment of the tilt ring 126. The tilt ring 126 may include a mount 160 configured to couple to a display and a ring member 162 that is received within the ring housing 122. An extension 164 extends between the mount 160 and the ring 162. The mount 160 may be in the form of a disk with a groove 166 extending substantially around the circumference of the disk. A mounting plate, such as a VESA-compliant mounting plate, may be coupled to the mount 160. In one particular embodiment, the mounting plate may have a protrusion that engages the groove 166. In one particular embodiment, the mount 160 may be directly coupled to the display.

[0048] A ring member 162 extends from the mount 160 for slidable receipt within the ring housing 122. The ring 162 has a diamond-shaped configuration that extends along an arcuate path. The diamond-shaped configuration may have a truncated outer edge 168 and a truncated inner edge 170. When assembled, the diamond-shaped ring member 162 frictionally engages the ring housing 122 and the cradle 124. While other shapes can be used for the ring member 162 in one particular embodiment, it has been found that the diamond-shaped ring member 162 provides unexpected improved retention over other shapes.

[0049] 8 and 9 show the tilt ring 126 assembled with the cradle 124, ring housing 122, and adjustment mechanism 128. When assembled, the ring 162 slidably engages the ring housing 122 and the cradle 124. As a result of this engagement, frictional forces are created between the ring 162 and the ring housing 122, and between the ring 162 and the cradle 124. For a particular configuration and orientation of these components, the frictional forces may be greatest when the outer surface of the ring 162 engages the lower arcuate portion 142 of the ring housing 122.

[0050] The adjustment mechanism 128 is configured to rotate the cradle 124 relative to the ring housing 122. In the illustrated embodiment, the cradle 124 rotates about the connection between a lower projection 156 of the cradle 124 and the ring housing 122. A user may rotate a rotating member 130 that may be threadably coupled to the cross pin 132. This rotation results in movement of the pin 132 within an opening 134 in the ring housing 122 in a forward or rearward direction. FIG. 8 shows the cross pin 132 in a rearward position, and FIG. 9 shows the cross pin 132 in a forward position.

[0051] The rotatable member 130 may have a user interface that allows a user to rotate the rotatable member 130 with a tool or by hand. For example, the rotatable member 130 may have a head with a socket to accept a tool or may have a head with a thumbscrew to allow manual adjustment. In one particular form, the adjustment mechanism 128 is accessible to a user when the display is coupled to the tilt ring 126. For example, the adjustment mechanism 128 is accessible from the top of the ring housing 122 or from the rear of the ring housing 122 opposite the display.

[0052] As described herein, the ring housing 122 is configured to move along a first path of travel P 1 and the cradle 124 defines a second movement path P 2 The first and second movement paths P 1 ,P 2 defines the motion state of the tilt ring 126. When the cradle 124 is rotated to the rear position (FIG. 8), the first movement path P 1 and the second movement path P 2 are substantially aligned. This minimizes the amount of friction between the ring 162, the ring housing 122, and the cradle 124. When the cradle 124 is rotated to the forward position (FIG. 9), the second path of travel P 2 is the first moving path P 1 As the ring 162 rotates forward with the cradle 124, the misalignment between the two paths increases the degree of frictional engagement between the ring 162, the ring housing 122, and the cradle 124. For example, the degree of frictional engagement between the lower portion of the ring housing 122 and the ring 162 can be increased, and the degree of frictional engagement between the upper portion of the ring 162 and the cradle 124 can be increased. In one particular embodiment, the degree of frictional engagement of the lower portion of the ring 162 can be greater than the degree of frictional engagement of the upper portion of the ring 162.

[0053] As the transverse pin 162 is translated forward, it moves along the opening 134 in the ring housing 122, which causes a pivotal movement of the cradle 124 relative to the ring housing 122. In the absence of user engagement, the transverse pin 132 will typically engage the rear wall of the opening 150 in the cradle 124 (as shown in FIG. 9), especially if the weight of the mounted display creates a clockwise moment load on the cradle 124. However, the cradle 124 remains freely movable relative to the transverse pin 132 throughout the range of motion provided by the opening 150 in the cradle 124. In this manner, the user can reduce the frictional force between the tilt ring 126 and the ring housing 122 without tilting the cradle 124 in a rearward direction to adjust the adjustment mechanism 128. This allows the user to reduce the force required to adjust the tilt of the mounted display by simply moving the display. Releasing the display at the desired position increases the degree of frictional engagement and holds the display in place.

[0054] 10-12 illustrate an exemplary embodiment of a VESA connector 180 coupled to the mount 160 and configured to slidably receive a VESA plate. In one particular configuration, the VESA connector is trapezoidal in shape with a bottom 182, a top 184, and a pair of angled sides 186. One or more top tabs 188 extend from the top and one or more side tabs 190 extend from the sides. The top and side tabs 188, 190 are configured to mate with receiving recesses in an associated mounting plate, such as a VESA standard mounting plate. The trapezoidal shape allows the connector 180 to act like a wedge to engage the mounting plate, with the weight of the display increasing the degree of engagement.

[0055] VESA connector 180 can be rotatably coupled to mount 160. In one embodiment, VESA connector 180 can include a central opening with a protrusion 192 extending from an inner surface to the central opening. As best shown in FIG. 12 , protrusion 192 mates with groove 166 of mount 160. This allows VESA connector 180 to rotate about mount 160.

[0056] The top portion 184 of the VESA connector 180 may be in a split configuration with a first portion 184a and a second portion 184b that are spanned by a fastener 194. In one particular configuration, the fastener 194 may have a head and a captive nut. The head may be accessible by a user to adjust the fastener 194 and adjust the position of the first and second top portions. This allows a user to increase or decrease the degree of frictional engagement between the VESA connector 180 and the mount 160. The frictional engagement between the VESA connector 180 and the mount 160 may be adjusted by a user such that a display to be docked may be rotated but still maintain its position relative to the mount 160.

[0057] 13 and 14 show another embodiment of a tilt mechanism 214 that includes a ring housing 222, a tilt ring 226, and an adjustment mechanism 228. In this embodiment, the tilt mechanism 214 does not utilize a moveable cradle. Instead, the position of the tilt ring 226 is adjusted directly by the adjustment mechanism 228 and held static.

[0058] The tilt ring 226 has a mount 230, a ring member 232, and an upper projection 234 that extends above the ring 232. The upper projection 234 has an opening that receives the adjustment mechanism 228.

[0059] The adjustment mechanism 228 includes a threaded fastener 236 rotatably coupled to the ring housing 222 at a pivot point 240 with an axis extending perpendicular to the axial direction of the fastener 236. A thumbscrew 238 is rotatably coupled to the fastener 236. The thumbscrew 238 may have a groove capable of receiving the upper projection 234 of the tilt ring 226.

[0060] Rotation of the thumbscrew 238 causes it to move axially along the fastener 236. This motion causes the tilt ring 226 to slide within the ring housing 222 and move between an upper position and a lower position. The adjustment mechanism 228 can maintain the tilted position of the tilt ring 226 when the load weight is higher than the frictional engagement can tolerate.

[0061] The above detailed description of certain exemplary embodiments is provided for the purpose of illustrating general principles and practical applications, so that those skilled in the art can understand various modifications of the disclosure of the various embodiments and the specific uses envisioned. This specification is not necessarily intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the exemplary embodiments disclosed. Any of the embodiments and / or elements disclosed herein can be combined with each other to form various additional embodiments not specifically disclosed. Thus, additional embodiments are possible and are within the scope of the invention as described herein and in the claims. This specification describes specific examples to achieve more general objectives that may be achieved in other ways.

[0062] The terms "front", "rear", "upper", "lower", "upper", "lower" and other directional terms used herein are intended to facilitate the description of the exemplary embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the structure of the exemplary embodiments of the present invention to any particular position or orientation. Terms of degree, such as "substantially" or "about", are understood by those skilled in the art to mean a reasonable range off a given value, such as typical tolerances associated with the manufacture, assembly, and use of the described embodiments. Unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "attached", "coupled", "supported", and "coupled" and variations of these terms are used broadly and include both direct attachment, direct coupling, direct support, and direct coupling, and indirect attachment, indirect coupling, indirect support, and indirect coupling.

Claims

1. 1. A support system for a display device, comprising: a first arm configured to extend from a support surface; a second arm rotatably coupled to the first arm, the second arm having a range of motion relative to the first arm; a ring housing rotatably coupled to the second arm; a tilt ring movably coupled to the ring housing and configured to couple to a display, the tilt ring having a diamond shaped configuration in frictional engagement with the ring housing; a support system including an adjustment mechanism configured to move the tilt ring relative to the ring housing to adjust the frictional engagement relationship between the tilt ring and the ring housing.

2. The support system of claim 1 , wherein the tilt ring has a truncated outer edge.

3. The support system of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment mechanism rotates the tilt ring relative to the ring housing.

4. The support system of claim 1 , wherein a cradle is positioned within the ring housing, and the tilt ring is slidably coupled to the cradle.

5. The support system of claim 4 , wherein the cradle has a body with a V-shaped groove that receives the diamond-shaped tilt ring.

6. The support system of claim 4 , wherein the adjustment mechanism is configured to rotate the cradle relative to the ring housing.

7. The support system of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment mechanism includes a rotating member and a transverse pin.

8. 1. A support system for a display device, comprising: a first arm configured to extend from a support surface; a second arm rotatably coupled to the first arm, the second arm having a range of motion relative to the first arm; a ring housing rotatably coupled to the second arm; a cradle movably connected to the ring housing; a tilt ring movably coupled to the cradle and the ring housing and configured to couple to a display, the tilt ring being in frictional engagement with the ring housing; a tilt ring support system including a tilt adjustment mechanism configured to rotate the cradle relative to the ring housing, wherein movement of the cradle relative to the ring housing adjusts the frictional engagement relationship of the tilt ring and the ring housing.

9. The support system of claim 8 , wherein the adjustment mechanism rotates the cradle from a rearward position relative to the housing and rotates the cradle from a forward position relative to the housing.

10. The support system of claim 9 , wherein when the cradle is in the forward position, the cradle is free to move to the rearward position without adjustment of the adjustment mechanism.

11. The support system of claim 8 , wherein the adjustment mechanism includes a rotating member and a transverse pin.

12. 12. The support system of claim 11, wherein the ring housing has a first opening for receiving the transverse pin and the cradle has a second opening for receiving the transverse pin, and rotation of the rotating member causes translation of the transverse pin within the first opening.

13. The support system of claim 8 , wherein the adjustment member is accessible to a user when a display is coupled to the tilt ring.

14. The support system of claim 8 , wherein the tilt ring is diamond shaped.

15. The support system of claim 8 , wherein the tilt ring has a circular mount and a VESA connector is rotatably coupled to the mount.

16. 1. A support system for a display device, comprising: a first arm configured to extend from a support surface; a second arm rotatably coupled to the first arm, the second arm having a range of motion relative to the first arm; a ring housing rotatably coupled to the second arm, the ring housing having an arcuate slot defining a first path of movement; a cradle movably coupled to the ring housing, the cradle having a body defining a second arcuate path of movement; a tilt ring movably connected to the cradle and the ring housing, the tilt ring being in frictional engagement with the ring housing; a support system including an adjustment mechanism configured to rotate the cradle relative to the ring housing to move the second path of travel relative to the first path of travel.

17. 17. The support system of claim 16, wherein movement of the first path relative to the second path adjusts a frictional engagement relationship between the tilt ring and the tilt housing.

18. The support system of claim 16 , wherein the adjustment mechanism rotates the cradle relative to the ring housing.

19. 17. The support system of claim 16, wherein the adjustment mechanism includes a rotating member and a transverse pin, the ring housing having a first opening for receiving the transverse pin, and the cradle having a second opening for receiving the transverse pin, and wherein rotation of the rotating member causes translation of the transverse pin within the first opening.

20. The support system of claim 16 , wherein the tilt ring is diamond shaped.

21. 1. A support system for a display device, comprising: a first arm configured to extend from a support surface; a second arm rotatably coupled to the first arm, the second arm having a range of motion relative to the first arm; a tilt mechanism rotatably coupled to the second arm, the tilt mechanism including a ring housing and a tilt ring movably coupled to the ring housing; A support system including a connector movably coupled to the tilt ring, the connector configured to receive an adapter plate for mounting a display.

22. 22. The support system of claim 21, wherein the tilt ring has a circular mount, and the connector has a circular opening that receives the mount to rotatably couple the connector to the mount.

23. 23. The support system of claim 22, wherein the mount has a substantially annular channel, and the connector has a protrusion that extends into the opening to mate with the annular channel.

24. 22. The support system of claim 21, wherein the connector has a first portion and a second portion positioned across a gap from the first portion, the gap being spanned by a fastener configured to move the first portion relative to the second portion.

25. The support system of claim 21 , wherein the connector is configured to slidably engage a VESA plate.

26. The support system of claim 21 , wherein the connector has a trapezoidal configuration.

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