TomTom START User Guide

Making a
map correction
Important: For
safety reasons, you should only mark a location when you are driving. Do
not
enter the full details of an error while you are driving.
Receiving the latest map updates
When you connect
your TomTom START to your computer, TomTom HOME automatically
downloads any available map corrections and sends the Map Share community any chan-
ges you have made.
Marking a map error while on the move
Important: For
safety reasons, you should only mark a location when you are driving. Do
not
enter the full details of an error while you are driving.
If you notice an item on your map that needs attention, you can mark the location using
the Report button and then enter the details when you are no longer driving.
To show the Report button in the Driving View, do the following:
1. Tap options in the Main Menu, then tap Map corrections.
2. Tap Correction preferences.
3. Tap Next, then tap Continue, then tap Done.
4. Select Show report button, then tap Done.
The Report button is shown on the left-hand side of the Driving View. After you mark a
location, you can add more information about the change when you open the Map cor-
rections menu.
For example, you are driving to a friend's house and you notice that the name of the street
you are on is different from the one on your map. To report the change, tap the Report
button and your
START will save your current location. You can then send the correction to
TomTom Map Share when you have finished your trip.
TomTomMap S
hare community
To join the
Map Share community, do the following:
1. Tap options in the Main Menu then tap Map corrections.
2. Tap Download corrections made by others.
Corr
ect a map
error
1.
Tap opti
ons in the Main Menu then tap Map corrections.
2. Tap Correct a map error.
A list of possible map corrections is shown.
3. Select the type of correction you want to report.
Note:
If you tap Add missing POI or Report other error you will be
asked
for some additional information before the next step.
4. Select the method you want to use for selecting the location of the
correction.
5. When you have found the location, tap Done.
6. Enter correction or confirmation of correction now.

TomTom START Specifications

General

Auto	Yes
Marine (chartplotters, sounders)	No
Form factor	Handheld/Fixed
Product color	Black
Display diagonal	3.5 \
Display resolution	320 x 240 pixels
Native aspect ratio	4:3
Power source type	Battery, Cigar lighter
Battery life (max)	2 h
Battery technology	-
Spoken street names	Keep your eyes on the road while your GPS announces turn-by-turn directions, including street and place names.
Storage media type	Flash
Compatible memory cards	Not supported
Internal storage capacity	2 GB
Cables included	USB
Map coverage	Western Europe
Plug & Go	Your device couldn't be simpler to use - just plug in and tap the touch screen. You will be on your way quickly with preloaded maps and our intuitive user interface.
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.
Integrated mounting	A convenient foldaway mount that’s integrated with your device, so it’s always there when you need it. It attaches easily to your windscreen. And using the optional mounting disk, you can turn it upside down and position it on your dashboard too, where th
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.\\
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.

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	20 mm
Width	94 mm
Height	81 mm
Weight	125 g