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Miller SkyX 8 Operator's Manual

Miller SkyX 8 Operator's Manual

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Fluid Head
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
#1052 SkyX 8 Fluid Head

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  • Page 1 Fluid Head OPERATOR’S MANUAL #1052 SkyX 8 Fluid Head...

  • Page 2: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls Camera Plate (large Euro) Camera Screws Sliding Plate Sliding Plate Quick Release Knob Lock and Safety Tab Pan Handle Tilt Lock Counterbalance Selector Pan Drag Control Pan Handle Clamp Illumination Button Pan Lock Tilt Drag Control Safety Tilt Lock Knob Front Box Mounting Bubble Level Accessory Mounting...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Introduction Safety Instructions Thank you for purchasing the SkyX 8 Fluid Head. The SkyX 8 Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the Fluid Head is purpose-built for broadcast professional camera operation of the SkyX 8 Fluid Head and observe these operators who want a new dimension in professional camera instructions to prevent any damage to your equipment.
  • Page 4 Remove the stud and the Mitchell Base Adapter can be attached using 4 off 3/8” x 1” countersunk screws (PN10456) (Fig. 3). This allows you to mount the SkyX 8 to any Mitchell base tripod, pedestal etc. or to any Ø150mm bowl tripod.

  • Page 5: Camera Setup

    Operating Instructions 2. Camera Set-up Pull Safety Tab 2.1 Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pulling down the SAFETY TAB while rotating the QUICK RELEASE KNOB to the left. The CAMERA PLATE should pop out. (Fig. 4) 2.2 Refer to the Camera’s owners manual for correct method of attachment to the CAMERA PLATE.
  • Page 6 4. Counterbalance Control The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The SkyX 8 Fluid head offers a 16 position counterbalance system which is operated CB Plus Selector Knob - Front View...
  • Page 7 5. Pan / Tilt Drag Control Illumination Button Counterbalance Selector The SkyX 8 Fluid Head offers 7 selectable positions of fluid drag + zero setting in the Pan and Tilt. The settings are equally stepped from light drag in position 1 up to heavy drag in position 7, the drag plates are completely disengaged in position zero.

  • Page 8: Maintenance

    Do not use stiff brushes, abrasives, harsh detergents and solvents. Battery Replacement The SkyX 8 Fluid Head uses a single GP23A type - 12 Volt battery for Illumination. Miller recommends the following batteries to provide long life performance – GP23A, Duracell MN21/23 or Vinnic L1028.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications COUNTERBALANCE PERFORMANCE SkyX 8 Weight 6 kg (13.2 lbs) 4.5 – 40 kg (9.9 – 88.2 lbs) Payload Range (COG @ 125mm) Pan-Tilt Drag 7 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0 Positive lock caliper brake system plus Pan-Tilt Lock Safety Tilt Lock.
  • Page 10 Specifications Fig. 10...

  • Page 11: Spare Parts And Accessories

    Storage Service, Sales and Support The SkyX 8 Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods; Miller Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service recommends storage in a Miller Soft Case and the following: and repair work. Failure to observe this requirement may void warranty.
  • Page 12 MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT 6 Ross Place Wetherill Park 2164 NSW Sydney, Australia Tel: +61 2 9439 6377 Email: sales.au@millertripods.com D13060-1...

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