Traffic Information Using Rds-Tmc; The Traffic Message Channel (Tmc); Setting Up Tmc - TomTom XL 30 User Manual

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Traffic Information using RDS-TMC

Traffic Information using RDS-TMC

The Traffic Message Channel (TMC)

You can receive traffic information on your TomTom XL using the TomTom
RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver. The TMC transmits traffic information as a radio
signal.
Tip: The TomTom RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver is included with some products
and available as an accessory for others. Visit tomtom.com for more
information.
The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) is not a TomTom Service. FM radio
stations in several countries broadcast TMC information as part of their
programming. TMC is also known as RDS-TMC traffic information.
Your TomTom navigation device uses this information to warn you about
traffic delays along your route and how you can avoid them.
Note: TomTom is not responsible for the availability or quality of traffic
information provided by TMC.
TMC is not available in all countries or regions. Visit tomtom.com to check if
it is available in your country or region.

Setting up TMC

To start using TMC all you need to do is connect the RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver
to your TomTom navigation device.
Important: When you install your navigation device in your car, don't block
the driver's view of the road.
1. Connect the RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver to your navigation device.
2. Connect the Car Charger to the RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver and then plug the
Car Charger into your car's cigarette lighter socket.
Note: The RDS-TMC receiver does not work if the Car Charger is not
connected.
3. Place the transparent suction cup at the tip of the antenna firmly against the
upper left hand corner of your car windscreen.
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