TomTom Go Series User Manual

You'll notice that the 'Add favorite' choices are very similar to those for 'Navigate to', in the
last chapter. Whichever option you use, once the location has been chosen, you'll get the
chance to enter a name for the favorite (e.g. "Steve's house", "Office", "Uncle Fred")
Tip: When naming a favorite, the letters you enter automatically replace the highlighted suggestion. If
you just wish to add a letter or two to the supplied suggestion, first either tap on the highlighted words
(TomTom GO and Navigator users) or use Navigator right (TomTom MOBILE users).
Choose 'Home' to add your 'home' location to your favorites list, for extra convenience. If
this option is grayed out, it means that you haven't chosen a 'home' location yet. See 'Home
preferences' for more details.
Choose 'Address' to add a specific address as a favorite.
Choose 'Recent destination' to add a favorite from a list of addresses, Points Of Interest
and other destinations that you've used before.
Choose 'Point of interest' to select a POI from the built-in databases as a favorite. As with
navigating to a POI, you'll first see the five categories that you use most often, if the one you want
isn't shown then use to bring up a browser showing the full list. Within each category, you'll see
a list of all POIs, sorted according to their distance from your current position. Simply pick the one
you want to make a favorite.
By selecting , you can view more options for picking a location as a favorite. Choose from 'ZIP
code' , 'Point on map' , 'City center' or 'POI in city' , in exactly the
same way as you would for setting each as a destination in the previous chapter.
Choosing 'GPS position' is very useful when you want to store your current location quickly.
For example, you are passing something interesting and want to return there later. Since you don't
need to find the location by address, it is also one of the fastest ways of adding a favorite, so
consider using this whenever you visit somewhere that you know you'll want to return to at a later
date.
Tip: You don't have to travel, physically, to a location in order to set it as a favorite! Instead, see the
'Cursor functions' in 'Browse map'.
Once a favorite has been chosen and named, it will show up whenever you pick from your list of
favorites, for example in 'Navigate to...' 'Favorite' .
Advanced route planningAdvanced route planning
Find alternative...Find alternative...
Maybe a route has been planned that you're not happy with? Perhaps you have been routed through
a busy area? Have you spotted roadwork up ahead? Or perhaps you really wanted to go 'via' one

TomTom Go Series Specifications

General

Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Voice Control	Yes
Internal Storage	8GB
Touchscreen	Yes
Smartphone Notifications	Yes
Updates	Via Wi-Fi
Lifetime Maps	Yes
Operating System	TomTom proprietary OS
Battery Life	Up to 1 hour

Summary

Switching on for the first time

Starting up

Initial device setup and preference selection.

Using TomTom GO

Overview of the navigation view and touchscreen operation.

How to plan your first route

Navigate to...

Step-by-step guide to planning a route by entering destination details.

Address Entry

Detailed steps for entering city, street, and house numbers for destinations.

Route Summary and Navigation View

Understanding the route overview and on-screen navigation indicators.

Navigation

Setting Destinations

Methods to set destinations: Address, Favorites, POIs, Home, Recent.

Points of Interest (POI)

Finding and navigating to specific locations like restaurants or gas stations.

POI Categories and ZIP Code Navigation

Browsing POIs by category and planning routes using ZIP codes.

Point on Map Navigation

Selecting a destination directly from the map interface.

City Center and POI Navigation

Navigating to city centers or specific POIs within cities.

Favorite Locations

Adding and Managing Favorites

Steps to save and manage frequently visited locations for quick access.

Advanced Route Planning

Route Alternatives and Adjustments

Options to avoid roadblocks, specific junctions, or recalculate routes.

Travel Via and Route Calculation

Planning routes via specific points or calculating alternative paths.

Route Calculation Options

Choosing route types (fastest, shortest) and traffic delay minimization.

TomTom Traffic Service

Traffic Information Indicators

Understanding status icons and delay representation.

Traffic Delay Icons and Patterns

Interpreting icons for traffic jams, roadworks, and other delays.

TomTom Traffic Overview and Replan

Viewing traffic delays on a route and recalculating for traffic.

Browsing Map for Traffic Delays

Visualizing traffic conditions across the entire map area.

Traffic Preference Settings

Customizing traffic updates, route optimization, and alerts.

Advanced Planning Features

Route Type Selection

Choosing route calculation preferences like fastest, shortest, or walking.

Viewing Your Planned Route

Route Visualization and Clearing

Viewing routes on maps, summaries, and removing planned routes.

Itinerary Planning

Itinerary Management

Modifying itinerary entries and saving/loading itineraries.

TomTom PLUS Services

Phone Connectivity

Pairing a mobile phone for enhanced TomTom PLUS features.

TomTom Traffic Functionality

TomTom Weather Information

Weather Data Details

Information provided by the TomTom Weather service.

Downloading Additional Content

Map and POI Downloads

Procedures for downloading new maps and Points of Interest.

Voice and Map Color Downloads

Acquiring new voices and changing map color schemes.

Software Updates and Account Management

Installing system updates and managing TomTom PLUS accounts.

Map Browser Overview

Navigating the Map

Cursor Functions and Map Interaction

Using the cursor to select locations, find nearby POIs, and add favorites.

Route Planning from Cursor Position

Creating routes from the current GPS position to a map cursor location.

Finding Locations on the Map

Using the 'Find' control to quickly locate addresses or POIs.

Map Display Options

Switching and Managing Maps

System Preferences

Day and Night Color Schemes

Switching between day and night visual modes for optimal viewing.

3D vs. Overhead Map Views

Changing between 3D perspective and 2D overhead map displays.

Schematic Map Display

Using a schematic view focused on upcoming driving instructions.

Managing Points of Interest Visibility

Controlling the display of POIs on navigation and map views.

Voice Instruction Control

Turning voice instructions on/off and adjusting volume levels.

Managing Favorite Locations

Deleting or renaming saved favorite locations.

Changing Home Location

Setting or modifying the designated home address for navigation.

Map and POI Management

Managing installed maps and custom Points of Interest categories.

POI Proximity Alerts

Setting up warnings for approaching specific Points of Interest.

Status Bar Customization

Configuring information displayed on the navigation status bar.

Screen Settings

Adjusting clock, screen rotation, and brightness.

Route Planning Preferences

Compass Display Options

Voice and Language Settings

Unit Measurement Settings

Left-Handed Operation

Keyboard and Name Preferences

Map Name Display Options

Controlling display of house numbers, E-roads, street names, and highways.

Bluetooth Connectivity Management

System Information and Preferences

Connecting to Your PC

Data Backup and Restoration

Backing up and restoring device settings, favorites, and home locations.

Extra Voice Prompts and Demos

Adding or removing optional voice prompts and trial features.

Phone Integration (Hands-Free)

Phone Menu and Connection

Accessing phone functions and establishing a connection.

Making Phone Calls

Text Messaging (SMS)

Receiving Incoming Calls

Handling incoming phone calls during navigation.

Other Phone Functions

Copying contacts and managing home numbers.

Troubleshooting and Support

Device Malfunction and Contact

Steps for suspected device defects and seeking support.

Product Registration and Accessories

Benefits of registration and list of available accessories.

Power Lead and Battery Care

Troubleshooting power issues and battery maintenance advice.

TomTom GO Model Specifications

TomTom GO 300 Specifications

Technical details for the TomTom GO 300 model.

Regulatory Compliance (FCC)

Radio and Television Interference

Manufacturer and Compliance Information