TomTom START Reference Guide

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About speed cameras
The Speed Cameras service warns you about the following camera locations:
 Fixed speed camera locations.
 Average speed camera locations.
 Speed enforcement zones.
 Red light camera locations.
 Traffic restriction cameras.
The Speed Cameras service also warns you about the following safety hazards:
 Accident blackspot locations.
 Traffic jams.
Note: Your new TomTom START comes pre-loaded with speed camera locations.To keep these
camera and hazard locations up-to-date, connect your START to TomTom MyDrive frequently.
Speed camera warnings
When you first start using your device, a warning sound is played for the most common types of speed
camera. To change the way you are warned about speed cameras, select Sounds & Warnings in the
Settings Menu.
Warnings are given as you approach a speed camera. You are warned in several ways:
 A symbol is shown in the route bar and on your route on the map.
 Your distance to the speed camera is shown in the route bar.
 You hear a warning sound as you get near the camera.
 While you are approaching a camera or driving in an average speed check area, your speed is
monitored. If you drive more than 5 km/h or 3 mph over the speed limit the route bar turns red. If
you drive less than 5 km/h or 3 mph over the speed limit the route bar turns orange.
Tip: In the map view or guidance view, you can select a speed camera symbol in the route bar to
see the type of camera, the maximum speed and also the length of an average speed check area.
In the map view, you can also select a speed camera that is shown on your route.
Symbol shown on
map
Symbol shown in
route bar
Description
Fixed speed camera - this type of camera
checks the speed of passing vehicles and is fixed
in one place.
Average speed cameras - these types of
cameras measure your average speed between
two points. You are warned at the start and end of
the average speed check area.
While you are driving in an average speed check
area, your average speed is shown, instead of
your current speed. The distance to the end of the
area is shown in the route bar.
Speed Cameras

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