TomTom GO User Manual

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3. When the map view shows the location, select the pop-up menu button.
4. Select Add to My Places.
The name of the location appears in the edit screen.
5. Edit the name of the location so you can easily recognize it.
6. Select Done to save your location in the My Places list.
Adding a location to My Places by marking
To mark a location and temporarily add it to My Places, do the following:
1. Make sure that your current location is the location you want to mark.
2. Select the current location symbol or the speed panel in the guidance view to open the quick
menu.
3. Select Mark Location.
4. Once marked, the location is saved in My Places in the Marked Locations list.
If you want to permanently save a marked location, add it My Places by doing the following:
1. In the Main Menu, select My Places.
2. Select Marked Locations and choose your location from the list.
The marked location is shown on the map.
3. Select Add to My Places from the pop-up menu.
The name of the location appears in the edit screen.
4. Edit the name of the location so you can easily recognize it.
5. Select Add.
Deleting a recent destination from My Places
1. In the Main Menu, select My Places.
2. Select Recent Destinations.
3. Select Edit List.
4. Select the destinations you want to delete.
5. Select Delete.
Deleting a location from My Places
1. In the Main Menu, select My Places.
2. Select Edit List.
3. Select the locations you want to delete.
4. Select Delete.
Using community POI lists
You can find collections of community POIs on the internet and upload them to My Places using
MyDrive in a web browser. A POI collection might contain, for example, campsites or restaurants for
the area you are traveling in, and provides an easy way to select a location without the need to search
for the location each time.
Tip: Some TomTom Navigation devices have POI lists pre-installed.
Your GO uses .OV2 files for POI collections.

TomTom GO Specifications

General

Auto	Yes
Marine (chartplotters, sounders)	No
Form factor	Handheld/Fixed
Product color	Black
Display diagonal	5 \
Display resolution	480 x 272 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Storage media type	Flash
Compatible memory cards	Not supported
Internal storage capacity	4 GB
Power source type	Battery, Cigar lighter
Battery life (max)	2 h
Battery technology	-
TomTom HD Traffic	Shorten your commute and steer clear of traffic with TomTom’s revolutionary, real-time traffic solution.\\r - More Accurate Reporting: Captures and reports more actual traffic jams to help you avoid delays.\\r - More Road Coverage: Recognizes traffic cond
Spoken street names	Keep your eyes on the road while your GPS announces turn-by-turn directions, including street and place names.
Map coverage	All Europe
Hands-free calling	Keep your hands on wheel with Bluetooth™ Hands-free calling. After pairing your compatible Bluetooth mobile phone to your TomTom GPS, you’ll be able to see incoming call information, make and answer calls, and talk hands-free through your device. You’ll e
Cables included	USB
Eco Routes	Driving with these more fuel-efficient routes saves you money as well as reducing your impact on the environment. Your device can show you the route which has a lower environmental impact, using the driving data of millions of TomTom users.
QuickGPSfix	QuickGPSfix speeds up the time it takes to fix your GPS position to help you get on the road more quickly.
Speeding alert	Alerts you when you’re speeding, even if you're not in navigation mode.
Safety preferences	Recommends driving breaks; warns when approaching places of worship or schools; unpaved road warnings; reminds you not to leave device in car; hides map view above a selected speed; reminds you which side of road to drive when abroad.
Fast Route Planning	No more waiting around - your route is calculated in a matter of seconds, so you get on your way much faster than ever before.
IQ Routes technology	Despite posted speed limits, traffic traveling along a road at 8 a.m. moves at a different pace than it does at 2 p.m. Actual traffic speed is affected by rush hour, traffic light changes, pedestrian traffic, day of the week, and more. Only TomTom offers
Latest map guarantee	When you start using your TomTom, if a newer map release is available you can download one complimentary update to your map within 30 days from the time you first start using your TomTom device. Latest Map Guarantee is available via TomTom HOME.
Frequent destinations	You can choose icons for your most frequent destinations and add your own text. This makes your navigation experience truly your own with even easier and quicker navigation to the places you go most often.
Advanced lane guidance	TomTom provides extra clarity when navigating difficult junctions by showing you which lane to take, so you won’t miss your turn or have to make dangerous lane crossings. Photorealistic images and a pulsing green arrow indicate exactly which lane to use.\\
Help Me! emergency menu	Travel with peace of mind. Easily access local emergency providers such as police, fire stations, and hospitals. The “Where Am I?” feature pinpoints your exact location so you can accurately communicate it to emergency resources.
Rich Points of Interest	Your pre-installed map has Points of Interest from gas stations to hotels, so you are sure to find what you want. You can now also download additional POIs from TomTom HOME.
Alternative route viewer	Get a bird’s eye view of alternative routes, so you’re always in control. Gives you the freedom to make an informed decision when traffic occurs and a faster route is available.\\r *If not already enabled, please update your navigation device on MyTomTom

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	19 mm
Width	143 mm
Height	88 mm
Weight	266 g