Miller skyline 90 User manual

Fluid Head
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
#1085 Skyline 90 Fluid Head
90
skyline

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Thank you for purchasing the Skyline 90 Fluid Head. The
Skyline 90 Fluid Head has been designed to suit payload
capacities of EFP, OB and Studio camera systems up to 75 kg
(165.4 lbs).
The robust design and construction of the Skyline 90 Fluid
Head offers maximum stability, accuracy and durability
and includes precision ball bearing mounted Fluid Drag
system in the Pan and Tilt assembly to deliver true uid drag
performance over the entire temperature and payload range.
The Fluid Drag and the Counterbalance system were designed
to provide excellent control and repeatability and offer
progressive increments of drag and torque.
The Skyline 90 Fluid Head incorporates a Mitchell base design
for use with all standard Mitchell base mounts.
This Miller product also utilises a Wedge Plate for camera
mounting to provide secure and fast set ups and change
overs.
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Introduction

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Fig. 1
Tilt Lock
Features and Controls
Pan Lock
Mitchell Castle Nut
Sliding Plate
Carry Handle Assembly
Sliding Plate Lock
Camera Screws
Wedge Base Plate
Tilt Stopper
Wedge Plate

Features and Controls
Sliding Plate Lock
Wedge Plate
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Tilt Safety Lock
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Features and Controls
Fig. 2
Sliding Plate Adjusting Knob
TIlt Drag Knob
Pan Drag Knob
Counterbalance Control Knob
Wedge Plate Release Lever
Counterbalance Indicator Dial
Mitchell Key

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Safety Instructions
Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the
operation of the Skyline 90 Fluid Head and observe these
instructions to prevent any damage to your equipment.
Ensure that all equipment is operating correctly and free from
defects and damage, also please ensure that the tripod is
steady, secure and that the bowl is approximately horizontal
when attaching the camera. The operator is responsible for
the safe operation of this piece of equipment.
Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of the Fluid
Head.
Do not leave the camera unattended on the Fluid Head.
Do not release the SLIDING PLATE LOCK whilst the camera
is at an angle.
Do not adjust the tripod whilst the camera is attached to the
Fluid Head.
Ensure PAN HANDLE CLAMP and MITCHELL CASTLE NUT
are securely tightened.
Apply TILT SAFETY LOCK when adding/removing equipment
from the camera or when attaching/removing the camera
from the Fluid Head.
Hold camera securely whilst changing Counterbalance, Pan
Drag or Tilt Drag settings.
Hold the camera securely whilst using the WEDGE PLATE
RELEASE LEVER.
Remove camera whilst tightening / loosening the MITCHELL
CASTLE NUT.

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Technical Data
Fig. 3
Weight 23.0 kg (50.7 lbs)
Payload Range 0 – 75 kg (0 – 165.4 lbs)
Maximum Capacity 75.0 kg (165.4 lbs)
Tilt Drag 15 Selectable uid drag positions + 0
Tilt Range +60˚ / -60˚
Tilt Lock Positive lock brake system plus Tilt
Safety Lock.
Pan Drag 15 Selectable uid drag positions + 0
Pan Range 360˚
Pan Lock Positive lock brake system
Counterbalance
System
Continuous adjustment (0 - 100%)
Camera Platform Quick release wedge plate
Mounting Base Mitchell base with industry standard
4-hole at base (3/8”)
Ball Level 2 x bubble level
Handle 2 x telescopic pan handles with
adjustable reach & angle.
Temperature range -40˚ C to +65˚ C (-40° to +150° F)
Construction Lightweight hi-strength billet
aluminium alloy components
Sealing Water & dust resistant
Finish Durable black ripple (low sheen)
with anti-corrosive pre-treatment,
anodised alloy components
Warranty 3 Years.
333 (13.2")
324 (12.8")
350 (13.8")
164 (6.5")
Safety Instructions

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Operating Instructions
Fig. 4
The operating instructions are described in three steps. Please
read and understand these instructions before using this
equipment. Do not omit any steps.
The Skyline 90 Fluid Head can be mounted on a MITCHELL
BASE only.
1 Fluid Head Set-up (Mitchell Base)
1.1 Ensure the Tripod, Jib, Pedestal etc. is level before
placing head on Mitchell Base.
1.2 Place Fluid Head on a Mitchell Base, ensure that the
keyway insert on head has engaged in the keyway slot on
Mitcheel Base.
1.3 Tighten the Mitchell Castle Nut to Mitchell Centre Screw.
1.4 Add the Pan Handles to serrated boss, position to your
desired angle and length.
1.5 Set the initial control settings as follows – see Figure 1 & 2:
 Select Counterbalance to position 100% (top setting).
Select Pan & Tilt drag to position 0.
Engage the Tilt Safety Lock.

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Operating Instructions
C of G
Sliding Plate Lock
Fig. 5
2 Camera Set-up
2.1 Remove the WEDGE PLATE by pulling WEDGE PLATE
RELEASE LEVER forward and swininging outward.
2.2 Refer to the Camera’s owners manual for correct method
of attachment to the WEDGE PLATE.
2.3 Attach camera accessories and the battery to the camera,
it is recommended to estimate the camera’s Centre of
Gravity (C of G) for the purpose of correctly positioning the
camera on the WEDGE PLATE. The camera’s C of G can be
estimated by placing the camera on a round rod and then
shifting it backwards or forewards until a balance point. It
is recommended to identify this point on the camera as it
will be useful in step 2.6.
2.4 At this point it is advised to engage the tilt lock and it is
best to position the pan/tilt knobs in the maximum position
as well as turning counterbalance knob to at least 80%
(this will ensure no sudden tilting when camera is placed
on the head).
2.5 Engage the WEDGE PLATE with the WEDGE BASE PLATE
on SKYLINE 90 Head and lock off by returning the WEDGE
PLATE RELEASE LEVER.
2.6 Release the SLIDING PLATE LOCK and adjust the SLIDING
PLATE (turn SLIDING PLATE KNOB) such that the camera’s
C of G is directly above the centre axis of the Fluid Head
and tighten the SLIDING PLATE LOCK (g.5). If this can
not be achieved then reposition the WEDGE BASE PLATE
on the SLIDING PLATE (there are three points this can
be done). This will ensure that the system has maximum
stability.
Operating Instructions
Centre axis
Sliding Plate Knob

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Operating Instructions
3 Counterbalance Control
The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the
effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Skyline 90
Fluid Head offers a continuous counterbalance system which
can be operated via the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR (g.
6). The COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR must be operated
when the SLIDING PLATFORM is in a horizontal position.
3.1 Hold the camera and disengage the Tilt Safety Lock (ensure
you have set the counterbalence to at least 80%) move the tilt
drag setting to 0 (zero).
3.2 Gently tilt the camera from a horizontal position forward then
backward and observe its response. If the Camera ‘springs
back’ to the horizontal position then a lower Counterbalance
setting is required, drop the setting by 10 units on the
Counterbalance position and recheck, select lower setting
again if necessary.
Inversely if the camera is dropping further forward when tilted
then not enough counterbalance is selected, increase by 10
units (or until camera no longer drops at set tilt position).
Correct counterbalance setting has been achieved when
minimum effort is required to move the camera over the
entire tilt range.
Fig. 6
Counterbalance Indicator Dial

The Skyline 90 Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods;
Miller recommends storage in a Miller Skyline 90 Head Case
(#3348) and the following:
• Clean the external surfaces (do not use stiff brushes, abrasives,
harsh detergents and solvents).
• Keep in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Loosen off Pan / Tilt Locks and engage Tilt Safety Lock.
• Ensure Sliding Plate is centralised.
• Remove Pan Handles.
Spare Parts and Accessories
ITEM ITEM NO.
Wedge Plate Assembly 3336
Tele Handle Rod / Clamp Ass’y S90 3342
Mitchell Centre Screw & Nut Ass’y 3346
Skyline 90 Head Case 3348
See Skyline 90 Spare Part Manual for more items
Operating Instructions
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Maintenance & Storage Warranty
Please refer to warranty card for complete details,
Alternatively you can register your product via our warranty
registration page. Scan below for details.

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Service, Sales and Support
Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service
and repair work. Failure to observe this requirement may void
warranty. It is advisable to notify Miller or a Miller Authorised
Service Agent if a change of performance is observed as a result
of dropping or rough usage. For information regarding sales and
service of Miller products or for your nearest Miller representative
please contact us via our website or at the following:
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
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NSW 2064 Australia
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Cedar Grove, New Jersey 07009 USA
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Unit 12A, Shepperton Business Park
Govett Avenue, Shepperton, Middlesex TW17 8BA
United Kingdom
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NSW 2064 Australia
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