TomTom GO User Manual

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About TomTom MyDrive
TomTom MyDrive is the easy way to set a destination, share locations and favorites, and save your
personal navigation information. MyDrive synchronizes your TomTom GO using your TomTom
account. You can use MyDrive in a web browser on a computer or as a mobile app on a smartphone
or tablet.
Important: To use TomTom MyDrive you need a compatible navigation device.
Use TomTom MyDrive to do the following:
 Find a destination on the MyDrive map and send it to your GO. You can drive to the destination
and it is also saved in My Places and in Recent Destinations in the Main Menu.
 Plan a route with stops on the MyDrive map and send it to your GO.
 Sync community POI list files from the MyDrive map to your GO. The POI lists are stored in My
Places and the locations are shown on the map.
 Find a POI in MyDrive and sync it with your GO.
 Continuously save all your locations in My Places to MyDrive. You can see all your My Places
locations on the MyDrive map.
 Automatically restore your My Places locations and POIs from MyDrive to your GO after a reset.
Logging into MyDrive
You must log into MyDrive to sync to your TomTom account. When you log into your account from
your navigation device, web browser or the MyDrive app, syncing with your TomTom account happens
automatically.
Tip: Logging in to use MyDrive also logs you in to use Updates and New Items.
Logging into MyDrive on your GO
1. In the Main Menu, select Settings.
2. Select MyDrive.
3. Enter the email address and password you use for your TomTom account.
4. Select Log In.
Your GO connects to your TomTom account.
5. Return to the map view.
Your GO automatically saves your personal navigation information to your TomTom account.
Tip: You'll also be asked to log in the first time you start your device and when you use Updates &
New Items.
Logging into MyDrive using a web browser or the MyDrive app
Log in using your TomTom account email address and password. When you are logged in, you can
see your personal navigation information from your navigation devices, and you can select destina-
tions and create Places to sync with your navigation devices.
Syncing using TomTom MyDrive

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