TomTom START User Guide

3. Tap Join.
When
you connect your START to your computer, TomTom HOME downloads new correc-
tions and sends your corrections to the Map Share community.
Important: Connect your
device to your computer regularly and use TomTom HOME to
check for new updat
es.
Co
rrection preferences
The corr
ection preferences set the way TomTomMap Share works on your device.
You can set the following preferences:
• Use the trust level slider to choose the types of corrections from the Map Share com-
munity you want to use on your maps.
• Decide if you want to share your corrections with others.
• Show or hide the report button in the Driving View.
To set your preferences, tap options in the Main Menu then tap Map corrections.
Accepting map corrections
You can s
et the type of map corrections you want to receive from the Map Share commu-
nity to improve your maps.
To do this, tap options in the Main Menu. Then tap Correction preferences and move the
slider to select the type of corrections you want.
There are four types of map correction:
• TomTom - only accept changes made by TomTom.
• Trusted sources - accept changes made by TomTom and by trusted users who have
been verified by TomTom.
• Many users - accept changes made by TomTom, by trusted users who have been veri-
fied by TomTom and changes made by a high number of Map Share community mem-
bers.
• Some users - accept changes made by TomTom, by trusted users who have been veri-
fied by TomTom and all changes that have been made by Map Share community mem-
bers.
Types
of map correction
There
are several types of correction that you can make to a map.

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