Vortex Optics SKYLINE TRIPOD User Manual
Bubble level, Adjusting the micro-fluid head
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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- 1 -
- 4 -
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