CONTACT US
If you have a question about a Track The Stars product, placing an order, specifications for a mount, or anything else, feel free to contact us. We are here to support and guide you through finding the perfect telescope mount for your setup.
Company Information
Track The Stars ApS
Enghoejvej 17
3660 Ganloese
Denmark
Phone: +45 5057 3550
e-mail: info@trackthestars.com
VAT#: DK27579469
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Payment and delivery questions
What countries do you ship too?
We ship to all countries. Shipment is done via Courier companies and is fully insured. Shipping cost is quoted if you make an order request (simply put the goods in the basket and send the order request – no order commitment).
How can I pay?
Payment via Bank Transfer is the preferred option. Contact us to discuss other solutions. Precise payment information is included with the offer.
What does shipping of the mount cost?
Shipping cost depends on the articles you order and your address. You can see the approximate shipping cost here. To find the exact shipping price add the wished items to the cart and input the shipping address. Send the order request (don’t worry it is not an order) and you will receive an offer with precise shipping cost and delivery information.
What is the guarantee period on TTS products"
All Track The Stars products come with a three-year guarantee against manufacturing and defects.
Mount Technical Questions
What is the difference between the TTS-160 Panther Mount and a German Equatorial Mount?
The TTS-160 Panther Mount is an Alt/azimuth mount. The alt/az mount has many advantages compared to the German Equatorial Mount: More compact stable design, only one axle to balance, no polar alignment needed, can view the entire sky while keeping eyepieces, cameras etc. placed at the same user-friendly angle (no meridian flip). The traditional alt/az mount has one problem when taking long-exposure astrophotos: Field rotation. With the TTS-160 Panther mount, this problem is eliminated using the unique telescope rOTAtor. So true equatorial tracking is provided in a compact, stable and fast package – just like the pros have done for years.
How compact is the TTS-160 Panther Mount when transporting?
The mount head and pier are in two identical bags 600mm(24”) long and 180mm (7”) in diameter.
How do I polar align the TTS-160 Panther Mount?
You don’t. Polar alignment is not needed even for long exposure astrophotography.
Why is the TTS-160 Panther so easy to transport and setup?
The slim and smooth design makes the transport bags compact compared to the bulky cases needed for German Equatorial Mounts (due to the nature of the axle crossing). The setup process is speeded up as no levelling or polar alignment is needed.
Is it possible to take long exposure astrophotos with the TTS-160 Panther Mount?
Yes. The basic mount tracks any celestial object. The optional telescope rOTATor rotates the entire telescope eliminating field rotation and providing perfect equatorial tracking.
How does the Telescope rOTATor work?
The telescope rOTAtor installs between the mount dovetail saddle and the dovetail on the telescope. It rotates the entire telescope (OTA) – and any piggybacked guide telescope or telephoto lens – around the optical axis of the telescope. The rotation eliminates the effects of field rotation and provides perfect equatorial tracking.
How long subs is it possible to take with the TTS-160 Panther Mount?
1 to 3 hours depending on where in the sky the object is placed. More than enough time for any type of imaging.
How do I guide the TTS-160 Panther mount when taking astrophotos?
The TTS-160 Panther mount has an ST4 compatible guide port and can be guided with off-axis guiders or separate guide telescopes. Pulse guiding via the ASCOM interface is also available.
Is it possible to control the TTS-160 Panther mount from a PC or IPAD?
Yes. The TTS-160 Panther Mount works via an ASCOM interface and can be controlled from all major astronomical software packages. Wifi control can easily be achieved via a Wifi adapter.
Is it possible to mount more telescopes on the TTS-160 Panther Mount?
Yes. It is possible to install two extra dovetail saddles on the counterweight arms allowing for mounting three separate telescopes simultaneously. It is also possible to install two telescopes side by side without the need for counterweights.
How is it possible to make a very precise drive inside the compact enclosure?
The mount uses a specially designed drive combining a roller friction drive with a worm gear drive. This combination gives a precise drive with a very smooth running.
MANUALS AND DRAWING
User manuals
Download user manual as PDF files.
- NEW: TTS-160 Panther User Manual – for Firmware 355 (October 2024) – English
- TTS-160 Panther User Manual – for Firmware 354 (January 2024) – English
- TTS-160 Panther User Manual – for Firmware 350 (June 2020) – English
- TTS-160 Panther Mount Benutzerhandbuch – Deutsch
- TTS-160 Panther Telescope rOTAtor User Manual – English
- TTS-160 Panther Telescope rOTAtor Handbuch – Deutsch
- TTS-160 Panther Sidemount dovetail saddles User Manual- English
- TTS-160 Panther Seitliche Prismenklemme – Deutsch
- TTS-160 Panther Installation procedure for pier adapter
- TTS-160, TTS-300 SkyFi adapter connection – English
- TTS-160, TTS-300 SkyFi adapter verbinden – Deutsch
- TTS-160 Folding Pier with adjustable feet (for GEM)
- Handpad Emulation App – User Manual
- SkySafari – Nexus-II Wi-Fi connection – User Manual
Dimensional drawings
Download dimensional drawings as PDF files.
OUR DEALERS
No matter where you are, you can experience the quality and ease of use of the TTS-160 Panther Lite. We’ve partnered with a select group of dealers worldwide to bring the Track The Stars products closer to you. You can either buy directly from or from one of our local dealers and get it shipped directly to your doorstep. All mounts come with a 3 year warranty.
Find a dealer near you or go to the shop so you can join the TTS-160 Panther Community.
| Country | Dealers |
|---|---|
| Canada | O'Telescope |
| Czech Republic | SUPRA Praha |
| Germany | APM-telescopes Astroshop Teleskop-Service Ransburg GmbH |
| Italy | Skypoint |
| United Kingdom | Astrograph |
| United States | Agena Astro Cloud Break Optics Deep Space Products Tolga Astro |
| Spain | VALKANIK |
Track The Stars is a small Danish telescope mount producer. The telescope mounts are designed and handbuilt in Denmark and made of high-quality materials. The mounts include the TTS-160 Panther Telescope Mount and the larger TTS-300 Mammoth Observatory Mount.
