Vortex Optics SKYLINE TRIPOD User Manual

Bubble level, Adjusting the micro-fluid head

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8.9–68.0”

11 pounds

3

3

5.0 pounds

26.0”

4.5”

Height Range

Maximum Load

Leg Sections

Leg Angles

Weight

Folded Height

Folded Width

Micro-fluid head delivers precise and smooth action.

Variable leg angle adjustments allow for flexible positioning.

Padded leg wraps for added comfort.

Flip lever leg locks for rapid set up and height adjustment.

Anodized aluminum legs for sturdy support.

Balance hook holds extra weight for greater
stability in windy conditions.

Adjustable quick-release plate and
locking mechanism.

Rubber feet stand sure-footed on slick surfaces.

Features

Specifications

For rock-solid performance in the most demanding situations, you need

a Skyline

TM

tripod. Rugged anodized legs and a smooth, precise micro-

fl uid head will help deliver maximum performance from your optics

set-up.

Bubble Level

Removable
Center Column
Section

Flip Lever
Locks

Micro-Fluid Head

Padded
Leg Wraps

Center Column
Safety Latch and
Lever Lock

Attachable
Balance Hook

Rubber
Feet

Adjustable
Quick-Release
Plate

Anodized
Aluminum
Legs

Leg Angle
Release Tabs

Bubble Level

If desired, reference the
Bubble Level to ensure
tripod plate is level.

Adjusting the micro-fluid head

Use the Pan and Tilt Tension Adjust Knobs to set desired tensions for
horizontal and vertical
movement.

To remove the
quick-release (QR)
plate, loosen the QR
Plate Hold-Down
Knob
. Then, slide the
plate and turn the Plate Safety Release Knob counter-clockwise. The
quick-release plate can then be removed and attached to desired optic
or camera. Reinstall the quick-release plate, adjust balance point, and
tighten the Hold-Down Knob.

Loosen and tighten the
Control Arm Adjust
Knob
to adjust the
handle angle.

QR Plate Safety
Release Knob

Control Arm
Adjust Knob

QR Plate Hold-Down
Knob

Bubble Level

Tilt Tension
Adjust Knob

Pan Tension
Adjust Knob

Control Arm

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