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TomTom Connect User Manual

TomTom Connect
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TomTom Connect
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TomTom Connect Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTomTom
ModelConnect
CategoryGPS
LanguageEnglish

Summary

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Switching on and off

Instructions for powering the navigation device on and off.

Setting up

Initial device setup process, including language selection.

GPS reception

Information on optimizing GPS signal strength and reception.

About MyTomTom

Explains the MyTomTom service for managing device content and services.

Setting up MyTomTom

Step-by-step guide to install and set up the MyTomTom application.

Sharing information with TomTom

How to manage data sharing preferences with TomTom for service improvement.

Take care of your navigation device

Important advice on handling and maintaining the device to prevent damage.

Planning a route

Planning a route

How to plan a route by entering destination details like address or postcode.

Route summary

Overview of the planned route, including distance and estimated journey time.

LIVE summary

Displays information related to LIVE Services on the current route.

Selecting a route type

Options for choosing route preferences like fastest, eco, or shortest.

Frequent destinations

Setting up frequently visited locations for quicker route planning.

Show my frequent destinations

Customizing which frequent destinations appear at startup.

Using arrival times

Planning a route based on a specific desired arrival time.

Navigation menu options

Different methods to set a destination via the Navigate menu.

Planning a route in advance

Planning a route ahead of time, considering different times of day.

Viewing route information

Accessing details about the planned route, like turn instructions or map overview.

Voice control

About voice control

Introduction to using voice commands to operate the navigation device.

Using voice control

How to activate and use voice control for navigation commands.

Planning a journey using your voice

Step-by-step guide to plan a route using voice commands.

The Driving View

About the Driving View

Overview of the main screen displayed while driving.

The Driving View

Detailed explanation of the elements shown on the Driving View screen.

Driving View Symbols

Explains various icons and symbols displayed on the Driving View.

Advanced lane guidance

About lane guidance

Introduction to lane guidance features for upcoming junctions.

Using lane guidance

How lane guidance is displayed, including lane images and status bar instructions.

Changing your route

Making changes to your route

Options for modifying an existing route without replanning.

Change route menu

Buttons available for altering the current route or destination.

About waypoints

Using intermediate stops to plan a journey.

Adding the first waypoint to your route

Steps to add the initial stop to your planned route.

Adding further waypoints to your route

How to add additional stops to an existing route.

Changing the order of waypoints

Reordering intermediate stops in your planned route.

Deleting a waypoint

Removing an intermediate stop from your route.

View map

About viewing the map

How to view the map and interact with locations on it.

View map

Steps to access and use the map view functionality.

Options

Settings for customizing map display, including traffic and points of interest.

Cursor menu

Menu options available when a cursor is active on the map.

Map corrections

About Map Share

Explains the Map Share feature for correcting map errors.

Correcting a map error

Procedure for reporting and correcting map inaccuracies.

Types of map correction

Different kinds of map corrections that can be made.

Sounds and voices

About sounds and voices

How the device uses sound for navigation and other alerts.

About computer voices

Information on text-to-speech technology used for voice prompts.

Selecting a voice

How to choose a different voice for spoken directions.

Changing the volume level

Adjusting the audio volume for navigation prompts and alerts.

Automatic volume control

Setting the device to automatically adjust volume based on speed.

Settings

About Settings

Overview of how to customize device appearance and behavior.

2D/3D settings

Options for switching between 2D and 3D map views.

Advanced settings

Various detailed configuration options for map display and navigation.

Battery saving

Adjusting settings to conserve battery power.

Brightness

Controlling the screen brightness and color modes.

Change car symbol

Customizing the icon representing the vehicle on the map.

Home location

Setting or changing the designated Home address for quick navigation.

Language

Changing the device's display language and associated voice.

Map colours

Selecting color schemes for day and night map views.

Keyboard

Choosing available keyboard layouts for text input.

Make your own menu

Customizing the main menu with up to six shortcut buttons.

Favourites

Managing saved locations for quick access and navigation.

Manage POIs

Creating and managing custom Points of Interest categories and locations.

MyTomTom account

Logging into your TomTom account for content and services.

Operate left-handed / Operate right handed

Adjusting controls for left- or right-handed operation.

Phone settings

Configuring Bluetooth and phone connections for hands-free calls.

Route planning

Setting preferences for how routes are calculated.

Safety settings

Selecting safety features to use on the TomTom Connect device.

Clock

Setting the time format and adjusting the device's clock.

Units

Configuring units for route planning and weather reports.

Show POI on map

Selecting which types of Points of Interest to display on the map.

Speaker

Selecting loudspeaker connections for the TomTom Connect device.

Start up

Configuring actions that occur when the TomTom Connect device starts.

Version information

Viewing technical details like serial number and software version.

Status bar

Customizing information displayed on the status bar in Driving View.

Maps

Selecting the map for route planning and navigation.

Turn off voice guidance / Turn on voice guidance

Switching spoken route instructions on or off.

Use night colours / Use day colours

Adjusting screen brightness and color modes for day or night driving.

Voices

Changing the voice that provides spoken directions and route instructions.

Volume

Setting the audio volume level for the TomTom Connect device.

Points of Interest

About Points of Interest

Information about useful places on the map and examples.

Creating POIs

Step-by-step guide to adding custom Points of Interest.

Favourite

Creating a POI from a Favourite location.

Address

Entering an address as a Favourite.

Recent destination

Creating a Favourite from a list of recent destinations.

Point of Interest

Adding a Favourite from an existing Point of Interest.

My location

Adding current location as a Favourite.

Point on map

Creating a Favourite using the map browser and cursor.

Latitude Longitude

Creating a Favourite by entering latitude and longitude values.

Spoken address

Creating a Favourite by saying the address.

Position of last stop

Selecting the last docked location as a Favourite.

Using POIs to plan a route

How to use Points of Interest as destinations for route planning.

Calling a POI

Using the device to call a Point of Interest with a phone number.

Setting warnings for POIs

Configuring alerts when approaching specific types of POIs.

Help

About getting help

Navigating to emergency and specialist services via the Help menu.

Using Help to phone a local service

How to locate and contact local services, like hospitals, using the device.

Help menu options

Available options within the Help menu for assistance.

Hands-free calling

About hands-free calls

Introduction to making and receiving calls using the navigation device.

Connecting to your phone

Establishing a Bluetooth connection between your phone and the device.

Making a call

Steps to initiate a phone call from the device.

Receiving a call

How incoming calls are displayed and handled.

Auto-answer

Configuring the device to automatically answer incoming calls.

Connecting more phones to your device

Pairing multiple mobile phones with the navigation device.

Mobile phone menu

Managing connected mobile phones and hands-free settings.

Favourites

About Favourites

Using saved locations for quick access and navigation.

Creating a Favourite

Steps to add a new location to your Favourites list.

Favourite

Creating a POI from a Favourite location.

Address

Entering an address as a Favourite.

Recent destination

Creating a Favourite from a list of recent destinations.

Point of Interest

Adding a Favourite from an existing Point of Interest.

My location

Adding current location as a Favourite.

Point on map

Creating a Favourite using the map browser and cursor.

Latitude Longitude

Creating a Favourite by entering latitude and longitude values.

Spoken address

Creating a Favourite by saying the address.

Position of last stop

Selecting the last docked location as a Favourite.

Using a Favourite

How to navigate to a saved Favourite location.

Changing the name of a Favourite

Renaming an existing Favourite entry.

Deleting a Favourite

Removing a Favourite from the list.

Services

About LIVE Services

Overview of subscription-based LIVE Services available for the device.

Safety Notice

Warnings about potential interference from GSM/GPRS modules.

LIVE Services subscriptions

Checking and renewing subscriptions for LIVE Services.

About TomTom HD Traffic

Details on the real-time traffic information service.

About Local Search

Searching for shops and businesses using local search features.

Using local search

Steps to find locations and plan routes using local search.

About Speed Cameras

Information on the speed camera warning service.

Other services

Overview of additional services like Weather and QuickGPSfix.

Weather

Overview of the weather service for forecasts and reports.

QuickGPSfix

Information on QuickGPSfix for faster GPS position finding.

My Services

Checking and managing your TomTom service subscriptions.

Traffic

About traffic information

How the device receives and uses traffic information.

About TomTom HD Traffic

Details on the real-time traffic information service.

Safety Notice

Warnings about potential interference from GSM/GPRS modules.

Using traffic information

How to use traffic data to optimize routes and minimize delays.

Taking the fastest route

Automatically replanning routes to avoid traffic delays.

Minimising delays

Using HD Traffic to automatically minimize journey delays.

Making commuting to work easier

Setting up Home and Work locations for easy commute planning.

Getting more information about an incident

Viewing detailed information about traffic incidents on the route.

Checking traffic incidents in your area

Using the map to find and view local traffic incidents.

Changing traffic settings

Configuring how traffic information affects route planning.

Traffic incidents

Understanding traffic incident symbols and their meaning.

Speed cameras

About Speed Cameras

Information on the speed camera warning service.

Speed camera warnings

How the device warns about approaching speed cameras.

Changing the way you are warned

Customizing alert settings for speed camera warnings.

Speed camera symbols

Explains the icons used to represent different types of speed cameras.

Report button

Enabling and using the button to report speed camera locations.

Reporting a new speed camera while on the move

How to report a speed camera while driving.

Reporting a new speed camera while at home

How to report a speed camera from your home location.

Reporting incorrect camera alerts

Procedure for reporting a false or outdated speed camera alert.

Types of fixed speed camera you can report

Lists the different categories of fixed speed cameras that can be reported.

Weather

About Weather

Overview of the weather service for forecasts and reports.

Requesting a weather report

How to get weather forecasts for specific locations.

Types of location

Different location types available for weather reports.

MyTomTom

About MyTomTom

Explains the MyTomTom service for managing device content and updates.

Setting up MyTomTom

Step-by-step guide to install and set up the MyTomTom application.

MyTomTom account

Requirements and process for creating a MyTomTom account.

Customer support

Getting help to use your navigation device

Resources for additional help and support for the device.

Version information

Viewing technical details like serial number and software version.

Addendum and Copyright

Important Safety Notices and Warnings

General safety guidelines and warnings for device usage.

Global Positioning System

Information about the GPS system and its role.

Use with care

Advice on driving safely while using the navigation device.

Aircraft and hospitals

Restrictions on device usage in specific locations like aircraft and hospitals.

How TomTom uses your data

Explanation of data privacy and how TomTom uses user information.

Battery

Information and warnings regarding the device's Lithium-Ion battery.

WEEE directive

Information on proper disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.

Pacemakers

Recommendations for device usage near pacemakers to avoid interference.

Guidelines for people with pacemakers

Specific instructions for users with pacemakers regarding device proximity.

Other medical devices

Advice to consult physicians regarding potential interference with medical devices.

Connected networks

Information on networks that GSM modules are intended for connection to.

Exposure limits

Compliance with radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled environments.

Copyright notices

© 2011 TomTom. All rights reserved.

Copyright statement and trademark information.

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