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TomTom Bandit User Manual

TomTom Bandit
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TomTom Bandit
Reference Guide
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TomTom Bandit Specifications

General IconGeneral
Photo Resolution16 MP
SensorCMOS
Battery1900 mAh
Battery LifeUp to 3 hours
GPSYes
Resolution4K
Image Sensor Size1/2.3-inch
Field of View160°
StorageMicroSD card (up to 128GB)
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Bluetooth
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope
Dimensions94 x 38 x 52 mm
Weight190 grams
Frame Rate30fps (4K), 60fps (1080p), 120fps (720p)
WaterproofIPX7 (without additional housing), IP68 with optional lens cover

Summary

Product Safety Information

TomTom Bandit Quick Start

Charging your TomTom Bandit

Explains how to charge the TomTom Bandit using a USB socket or optional power cable.

Inserting a memory card

Details how to insert a compatible microSD card into the Batt-Stick for storing videos and photos.

Setting up

Guides users through the initial setup process for the TomTom Bandit.

Installing the basic mount

Provides instructions on how to attach the basic mount to surfaces like helmets.

Installing the 360 pitch mount

Explains how to install the 360 pitch mount for adjustable camera angles.

Switching your TomTom Bandit on and off

Covers the procedures for powering the TomTom Bandit on, off, and putting it into standby mode.

Recording

Details how to start and stop video recording and add highlights.

Video highlights

Explains automatic and manual highlighting of video clips.

Taking photos

Guides users on how to take single photos or burst shots with the camera.

Activities

Provides information on using the camera for various sports and activities.

Settings

Explains how to access and change various settings on the TomTom Bandit.

Your TomTom Bandit

Getting started

Covers initial steps like charging, downloading the app, and inserting a memory card.

Battery life

Provides information on the expected battery duration during recordings.

TomTom Bandit Mobile app

Details how to download and access the companion mobile application.

Connecting your TomTom Bandit to your smartphone

Guides on establishing a connection between the camera and a smartphone.

About your TomTom Bandit

Describes the modular construction and swappable parts of the camera.

What's on the screen

Camera Status screen

Displays the mode and specific settings when not recording videos or photos.

Mode screen

Allows selection of recording modes like Photo, Video, Slow Motion, Time Lapse, and Cinematic.

Recording screen

Shows remaining time, recorded time, or number of photos taken during recording.

Settings screen

Enables changing settings for specific modes and general camera behavior.

Video and Photo settings

Allows customization of settings like frame rate, lens angle, and scene for video and photo modes.

General settings

Sets overall camera options like language, units, and sound.

Icons on the TomTom Bandit Status screen

Explains icons for GPS reception, Heart Rate Monitor, memory card, and battery status.

Video and Photo modes and settings

TomTom Bandit modes

Details the available modes: Video, Slow Mo, Timelapse, Cinematic, and Photo.

Video settings

Configures parameters like resolution, frame rate, and field of view for video recording.

Slo Mo settings

Adjusts settings for slow-motion video recording, including speed and view.

Cinematic settings

Sets resolution and frame rate for high-quality cinematic video recording.

Timelapse settings

Configures settings for time-lapse videos, including resolution and interval.

Photo

Covers settings for taking normal photos and burst photos.

Connecting to the Mobile app

Resetting your TomTom Bandit

Explains how to reset the camera to factory settings or reset Wi-Fi credentials.

Receiving updates

Details how to get firmware and QuickGPSFix updates via the Mobile app.

Caring for your TomTom Bandit

Deleting videos and photos, and formatting the memory card

Guides on deleting files and formatting the microSD card.

Using peripherals

Installing the basic mount

Provides instructions on how to attach the basic mount to surfaces like helmets.

Installing the 360 pitch mount

Explains how to install the 360 pitch mount for adjustable camera angles.

Using the bike mount

Details how to mount the TomTom Bandit on bicycle handlebars using the optional kit.

Using the optional remote control

Connecting the remote control

Steps to pair the remote control with the TomTom Bandit via Bluetooth.

Using the remote control to record a movie

Explains how to use the remote to start/stop recording and add highlights.

Using lens covers

Information on fitting standard and optional waterproof lens covers for protection.

Adding sensors

About sensors

Explains the use of built-in and external sensors for recording activity data.

Sensors built in to your camera

Details how built-in sensors like GPS and accelerometers add highlights and metrics.

The heart rate monitor

Describes connecting and using an external heart rate monitor.

Recording videos

About recording videos

Overview of available video modes: VIDEO, SLOW MO, TIMELAPSE, CINEMATIC.

Recording a video

Instructions on starting, stopping, and manually highlighting video recordings.

Record a video using the Mobile app

Guides on recording videos using the companion smartphone application.

Video highlights

Explains automatic and manual highlighting of video clips.

Taking photos

About taking photos

Overview of photo modes: Normal (single photo) and Burst (series of photos).

Taking single photos

Instructions on how to take individual photos using the camera or app.

Taking burst photos

Guides on capturing multiple photos rapidly in burst mode.

Activities

About activities

Information on using the camera for various sports and activities.

Viewing metrics on your camera

How to view live metrics like speed and recording time on the camera screen.

Icons on the screen

Explains icons for GPS reception, Heart Rate Monitor, and battery status.

Settings

About settings

Overview of accessing and changing camera settings via the app or menu.

About Bluetooth

Details the use of Bluetooth for connecting sensors and the remote control.

About Wi-Fi

Explains the use of Wi-Fi for smartphone connectivity and media transfer.

Switching Wi-Fi on

Steps to enable and connect the camera's Wi-Fi to a smartphone.

About QuickGPSFix

Explains the function of QuickGPSFix for faster GPS location acquisition.

General settings

Allows adjustment of overall camera behavior, including language and units.

Connect

Guides on connecting the camera to smartphones, remote controls, or external sensors.

Remote

Details the functionality and operation of the optional remote control.

Sensors

Instructions for connecting and managing external sensors like heart rate monitors.

Testing a heart rate sensor

How to verify if a heart rate monitor is correctly connected and functioning.

Options

Settings for language, units, sound, screen backlight, and reset options.

Auto record on

Enables or disables automatic recording when the camera is switched on.

Storage

Manage storage by deleting files or formatting the microSD card.

Batt-Stick

About the Batt-Stick

Details the Batt-Stick's functions: providing power, storage, and a waterproof seal.

Charging your TomTom Bandit

Explains how to charge the TomTom Bandit using a USB socket.

Inserting a memory card

Details how to insert a compatible microSD card into the Batt-Stick for storing videos and photos.

Transferring data from the Batt-Stick

Mobile App

About the TomTom Bandit Mobile app

Overview of the mobile app's features for viewing, creating stories, and controlling the camera.

Connecting to the Mobile app

Step-by-step guide to connect the TomTom Bandit to a smartphone via Wi-Fi.

Login to TomTom MySports

How to register the camera and get updates by logging into a TomTom MySports account.

Disconnecting from the Mobile app

Procedure to disable the Wi-Fi connection between the camera and the mobile app.

What's on the screen (App)

Menu button

Accesses the app's main menu for Library, video story creation, and preferences.

Live Viewfinder

Shows the live camera feed for framing shots, especially in difficult positions.

Remote Control button

Allows starting and stopping the camera directly from the app interface.

Video highlighting button

Enables manual highlighting of video moments for story creation.

My Library

The menu button

Accesses the app's main menu for Library, video story creation, and preferences.

Highlights

Filters and displays video highlights for easier review and selection for stories.

Videos and Photos

Shows all recorded videos and photos, with highlights marked on the timeline.

Create a story

Opens the interface for creating video stories from selected highlights.

Select video for your story

Allows selection of specific video highlights to be included in a video story.

Upload video

Enables uploading selected videos or photos to the smartphone's gallery.

Delete a video or photo

Provides a way to delete individual videos or photos from the camera.

Adding a highlight to a video

Manually add highlights to video moments not automatically captured for story creation.

Uploading your photos

Transfers selected photos to the smartphone's gallery.

Creating a story using the mobile app

Just shake to edit

An easy method to create a video story by shaking the smartphone.

Manually selecting your video highlights

Select specific video highlights to build a video story manually.

Edit the order of the highlights

Allows rearranging video highlights in the desired sequence for a story.

Delete a highlight moment

Removes unwanted highlight moments from the video story timeline.

Add a soundtrack

Enhances video stories by adding background music.

Add metrics to your video

Overlays activity metrics onto the video story (iOS only).

Uploading your video story

Transfers the created video story to the phone's gallery for further sharing.

Share

Uploads the created video story to the phone's gallery or a chosen website.

Camera status

Preferences

App Settings

Configures units for metrics displayed with video highlights.

Data Settings

Manages download sources for camera updates and QuickGPSFix (Wi-Fi or mobile data).

Help us improve

Allows sharing anonymous usage data to improve the mobile app.

About

Provides general information about the TomTom Bandit and its mobile application.

Addendum

Product and Safety Information

Comprehensive safety precautions and guidelines for using the Bandit Action Camera.

Battery and Environmental information

WEEE directive

Information on proper disposal of electronic waste according to EU regulations.

R&TTE directive

Declaration of conformity with EU directives for radio and telecommunications equipment.

THE DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

FCC compliance statement regarding radio frequency energy emissions and interference.

Radiation Exposure Statement for the CAMERA

Details the device's compliance with RF exposure limits set by the FCC.

Regulatory Compliance Mark

Indicates compliance with relevant Australian regulations.

Notice for New Zealand

Indicates compliance with relevant New Zealand regulations.

Notice for Singapore IDA

Indicates compliance with relevant Singapore IDA regulations.

Customer support contact

This document

Disclaimers regarding document accuracy and copyright information.

Model names

Lists the model numbers for the camera, battery stick, and remote control.

Copyright notices