Page 1 User Manual of Product 1: TomTom Car Sat Nav GO Essential, 6 Inch, with Traffic Congestion and Speed Cam Alert trial thanks to TomTom Traffic, EU Maps, Updates via WiFi, Handsfree Calling, Click-And-Drive Mount User Manual of Product 2: TomTom Sat Nav Dashboard Mount for All TomTom Sat Nav Models (e.g Start,Via,GO Basic, Classic, Essential, Premium,...
Page 2 TomTom GO ESSENTIAL User Manual 18.3...
Page 3 Sending information to TomTom ....................13 Memory card slot ..........................13 Device not starting ........................... 13 Charging your device ........................13 Caring for your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL ..................14 TomTom services About TomTom services ......................... 15 Connecting a smartphone Why do I want to connect a smartphone to my device? ..............17 Connecting a smartphone ........................
Page 4 Changing the text and button size ....................37 Reordering the Main Menu buttons ....................37 Traffic About TomTom Traffic ........................39 About RDS-TMC ..........................39 Looking at traffic on the map ......................39 Looking at traffic on your route ....................... 40 Traffic incidents ..........................
Page 5 About postcodes ......................... 62 About mapcodes ......................... 63 List of POI type icons ........................63 Planning a route using quick search ....................68 Using destination prediction ....................... 68 Planning a route to an address ....................68 Planning a route to a city centre ....................71 Planning a route to a POI ......................
Page 6 Creating a map change report from a marked location ............... 142 Types of map change ........................143 Speed Cameras About TomTom speed cameras ....................145 Crossing into another area or country ..................145 Speed camera warnings ........................ 145 Changing the way you are warned ....................147 Reporting a new speed camera .....................
Page 7 Danger Zones About danger zones and risk zones ....................149 Crossing into another area or country ..................149 Danger zone and risk zone warnings .................... 150 Changing the way you are warned ....................150 Reporting a risk zone ........................150 Updating locations for danger zones and risk zones ..............
Page 8 Help ..............................176 Product certification Finding product certification information on your device ............177 Using MyDrive Connect About MyDrive Connect......................... 178 Setting up MyDrive Connect ......................178 Connecting to the internet using MyDrive Connect ..............178 TomTom account Addendum Copyright notices...
Page 9 Welcome to navigation with TomTom This User Manual explains all you need to know about your new TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Welcome to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, your essential driving companion! We know you probably have more exciting things to do than read manuals so here are some quick...
Page 10 Features Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL Here are the main features of your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL 5 inch and 6 inch devices and shortcuts to more information. Updates using Wi-Fi Get the latest TomTom maps and software for your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL with a built-in Wi-Fi connection.
Page 11 Compatibility with Siri voice recognition software and the Google Now service Activate and talk to Siri or Google Now by tapping a button on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL and using the built-in microphone. Get full access to your personal assistant with your phone safely tucked away in your bag or pocket.
Page 12 You should be able to reach your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL easily without leaning or stretching. In a car, you can attach your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL to the windscreen or side window or you can use a Dashboard Mount Disk to attach the mount to your dashboard.
Page 13 Settings menu. language later in Language and Units When you first switch on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, you have to answer a few questions to set it up. Answer the questions by touching the screen. GPS reception When you first start your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, it may need a few minutes to determine your position.
Page 14 Updates & New Items in the Settings menu. When your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL is up to date, you can use a memory card as extra storage space to store downloaded maps or to store routes and tracks on your device.
Page 15 You are warned when the battery level is low or critical. You lose your connection to some TomTom services when the battery level is low or critical. When the battery is empty, your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL goes into sleep mode.
Page 16  A TomTom account.  Using TomTom services means that data is sent and received by your phone using your mobile services provider. Important: You might have additional costs when you use the internet on your phone, especially if you are outside the area covered by your data plan. Check with your mobile services provider for more information.
Page 17 The issue of the legality of using speed camera services in Germany and other EU countries is not unique. You therefore use this service at your own risk. TomTom accepts no liability arising from the use of this service.
Page 18 Receive and make calls on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Smartphone messages  SMS and messages from other messaging apps on your smartphone appear on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Messages can be read aloud so that you can keep your eyes on the road ahead. Smartphone personal assistant ...
Page 19 5. Select Bluetooth. 6. Select Add Phone. 7. Follow the steps in the app and on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL to pair your phone with your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Your phone's call history and frequent contacts are imported into your navigation device.
Page 20 3. Make sure all the toggles are switched on, or select the option to find out more information about how to connect. If your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL cannot connect to your phone, or you have no internet connection, also check the following: Your phone is shown on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL.
Page 21 Note: Some mobile service providers don't allow their users to use a PAN. If your phone doesn't have the PAN function, you should contact your service provider for more information. Please check the user guide for your phone if you are having trouble finding the settings. For more help, go to tomtom.com/connect.
Page 22 MyDrive Connect on your computer. Connecting to Wi-Fi Important: Wi-Fi connections that require a web sign-in are not supported on the TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. These types of Wi-Fi connections are frequently found in public places, for example in hotels, shops and restaurants.
Page 23 Tip: To access settings and the status of your services quickly, select the menu bar at the top of the main menu. In portrait mode, you can also tap the icons down the right hand side. Forgetting a Wi-Fi network To forget a Wi-Fi network from your list of available networks do the following: 1.
Page 24 The existing map is deleted before the map update is installed. If you cancel a map update then you will no longer have the map on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. If this happens, go to Maps in the Settings menu and download the map again.
Page 25 2. Select the items and updates that you want to install. The list includes items you purchased in the TomTom web shop. 3. Log in to your TomTom account when asked to do so. Tip: Logging in to use Updates and New Items also logs you in ready for using TomTom MyDrive.
Page 26 The map view is shown when you have no planned route. Your actual location is shown as soon as your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL has found your GPS location. You can use map view in the same way as you might look at a traditional paper map. You can move around the map using gestures, and zoom using the zoom buttons.
Page 27 4. Current location. This symbol shows your current location. Select it to add it to My Places or search near your current location. Note: If your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL cannot find your location the symbol appears grey. Note: You cannot change the current location symbol.
Page 28 8. Traffic information. Select the traffic incident to display more information. Note: Traffic information is only available if your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL has TomTom Traffic. 9. Your route, if you have planned a route. Select the route to clear it, change the route type, add a stop or save changes to your route.
Page 29 Tip: When you have planned a route and the 3D guidance view is shown, select the switch view button to change to the map view and use the interactive features. When your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL starts after sleeping and you have a route planned, you are shown the guidance view with your current location.
Page 30 7. Current location. This symbol shows your current location. Select the symbol or the speed panel to open the quick menu. Note: If your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL cannot find your location the symbol appears grey. Note: You cannot change the current location symbol.
Page 31 Petrol stations that are directly on your route.  TomTom Traffic incidents.  TomTom Speed Cameras and Danger Zones.  Rest stops directly on your route.  You can choose the information you see on your route. The symbols are in the order that they occur on your route. For traffic incidents, the symbol for each incident alternates between showing the type of incident and the delay in minutes.
Page 32 The quick menu To open the quick menu, select the current location symbol or the speed panel in the guidance view. You can then do any of the following: Mark a location  Report a new speed camera  Change a speed limit ...
Page 33 Select this button to drive to your home location. If this button is not included in your Main Menu, go to My Places to set up your home location. Drive Home Select this button to drive to your work location. If this button is not Drive to Work included in your Main Menu, go to My Places to set up your work location.
Page 34 Select this button to start or stop recording a track. Record Route Select this button to start voice control. Voice Control Tip: You can also say the wake-up phrase to start voice control. Select this button to find car parks. Parking Petrol Station Select this button to find petrol stations.
Page 35 The following buttons and symbols are available in the Main Menu screen, in addition to the navigation buttons: Select this button to open the Help Menu. The Help Menu contains help about using your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, together with other information about your device, for example, map version, device serial number and legal information.
Page 36 Select this button to return to the map view or guidance view. This symbol shows the status of the Bluetooth connection to your phone. This symbol shows the power level of the battery in your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. This symbol shows that your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL is connected to Traffic.
Page 37 Using gestures You use gestures to control your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. In this User Manual, you learn how to use gestures to control your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Below is an explanation of each gesture. Double tap Touch one finger on the screen twice in rapid succession.
Page 38 Drag Put one finger on the screen and move it across the screen. Example of when to use this: Scrolling around in the map. Flick Flick the tip of a single finger across the screen. Example of when to use this: Scrolling a big distance on the map. Tip: Flick isn't available on all devices.
Page 39 Tip: Alternatively, select the Edit button in the Main Menu. The menu button is shown with left and right arrows. 3. Press the left or right arrow on the menu button to move the button to a new position in the menu.
Page 40 If traffic jams, heavy rain, snow or other incidents are found on your current route, your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL will offer to replan your route to try and avoid any delays. Important: When you approach a faster alternative route, you get a warning in the route bar and you can see the alternative route in both the guidance view and the map view.
Page 41 When using the map view, you can also select symbols on the map itself. Note: If your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL isn't receiving any traffic information, a symbol showing traffic with a cross appears underneath the arrival information panel.
Page 42 To get more information about an incident, select an incident in the route bar. The map opens zoomed in on the incident and an information panel opens showing detailed information about the traffic incident. The information shown includes: The cause of the traffic incident - for example accident, road works, lane closure, or weather. ...
Page 43 The colour of the incident indicates the speed of traffic relative to the maximum allowed speed at that location, with red being the slowest. The stripes on the traffic jam are also animated to show the speed of the traffic, where appropriate. Traffic speed is 0% to 20% of the allowed speed.
Page 44 2. Select the pop-up menu button. 3. Select Avoid in the pop-up menu. A new route is found that avoids the traffic jam. Avoiding a traffic jam using the map 1. On the map view, zoom in and select the traffic jam that is on your route. The traffic jam with an information panel is shown on the map.
Page 45 Advanced Lane Guidance Note: Lane guidance is not available for all junctions or in all countries. Advanced Lane Guidance helps you prepare for motorway exits and junctions by showing the correct driving lane for your planned route. As you approach an exit or junction, the lane you need is shown on the screen. Tip: To close the lane image, select anywhere on the screen.
Page 46 TomTom MyDrive is the easy way to set a destination, share locations and favourites, and save your personal navigation information. MyDrive synchronises your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL 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.
Page 47 Logging in to 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 destinations and create Places to sync with your navigation devices.
Page 48 4. Click on a flag to see what is of interest at that point on the road trip. For example, you can see the Bay of Islands flag is selected below and, if available, you are shown information and reviews about that stop. 5.
Page 49 Road Trips collection - sending a route to your device The TomTom Road Trips collection allows you to discover the world’s most amazing routes, from legendary coastal routes like the Great Ocean Road to classic road trips like Route 66.
Page 50 2. Click on the road trips icon on the left-hand side as shown below: The distance and duration of each road trip is shown and also the country where the route is located. 3. Click on a road trip from the list. The route is shown on the map together with stops (flags) and start and end points.
Page 51 6. Make sure that Sync this route as a track with my devices is enabled. The road trip is synced to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL as soon as you are either connected to your computer, within range of your wireless network or connected to your phone. You must be logged in to MyDrive.
Page 52 Planning a route with stops using MyDrive When you are logged in to TomTom MyDrive using a web browser, you can create a route with stops and send it to your navigation device. When your navigation device is logged in to your TomTom account, your device syncs with MyDrive and receives the destination.
Page 53 Let's assume you are going on holiday so, before you leave home, you send your chosen road trip from TomTom MyDrive to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. When on holiday, you may find yourself some distance away from the starting point of your road trip, so, to choose where you want to start driving, do the following: 1.
Page 54 Set a phone contact as your destination using the MyDrive app When you are logged in to the TomTom MyDrive app, you can select a contact in your phone's contacts list to set as your destination. Your contact must have a full address which is in the correct order.
Page 55 Places. Finding and syncing locations using MyDrive When you are logged in to TomTom MyDrive, you can find locations in MyDrive and sync them with your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL My Places locations. 1. In a web browser or using the MyDrive app, log in to your TomTom account.
Page 56 Note: Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL needs at least 400 MB free space before it can import .OV2 and .GPX files. If you see the message You need more space, make space available by deleting unwanted .OV2 or .GPX files using MyDrive, or deleting device content, for example delete a map you don't use.
Page 57 TomTom account. If you reset your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, or log in to MyDrive on a different device, your saved personal navigation information is restored to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL or the different device.
Page 58  Tip: MyDrive also syncs your locations in My Places with your TomTom account. You can see your My Places locations and the POI place lists you have imported in MyDrive on a web browser or on the MyDrive app.
Page 59 Quick search Choosing which search to use The following two types of search are available: Quick search  Start typing your destination, place or POI to immediately see a list of street names, places and POIs that match. Step by step search ...
Page 60 Using quick search About search QUICK SEARCH ONLY You can use the search feature to find a wide range of places and then navigate to them. You can search for the following: A specific address, for example, type in 123 Oxford Street, London. ...
Page 61 1. Back button. Select this button to go back to the previous screen. 2. Search input box. Enter your search term here. As you type, matching addresses and POIs are shown. Tip: If you press and hold a letter key on the keyboard, you get access to extra characters if they are available.
Page 62 Select this button to change your keyboard layout to another language. You can choose up to four layouts from the list. If you have more than one layout selected, selecting the keyboard layout button opens a pop-up so you can quickly swap between your selected keyboard layouts.
Page 63 When you select an address from the list of search results, you can choose to show it on the map, add a crossroad or plan a route to that chosen location. To get an exact address you can add the house number.
Page 64 Postcodes for areas Countries such as Germany, France and Belgium use this type of postcode. If you search using a postcode for an area, your results include all the streets in a city district, the whole town, or the villages within that postcode. When using quick search, you may get results from multiple countries if you enter a postcode for an area.
Page 65 Convenience store Fast food restaurant Restaurant Chinese restaurant Accommodation Hotel or motel Luxury hotel Camping ground Economy chain hotel Emergency services Hospital or polyclinic Dentist Police station Veterinarian Doctor Fire station Car-related services Outside parking Petrol station Parking garage Car wash Car dealer Vehicle inspection centre Rental car facility...
Page 66 Government office Telecommunication Company Community service Post office Pharmacy Shopping centre Beauty services Tourist information office Shop Education College or university School Library Convention centre Leisure Casino Winery Theatre Tourist attraction Cinema Concert hall Amusement park Museum Exhibition centre Opera Cultural centre...
Page 67 Nightlife Leisure centre Children's Farm Sport Playing field Swimming pool Mountain peak Water sports Beach Tennis court Park or recreation area Ice skating rink Yacht basin or marina Sports centre Stadium Golf course Religion Church Place of worship Travel Railway station Mountain pass Airport Scenic or panoramic view...
Page 68 Border crossing Residential area Bus station City centre Electrical car charging Toll gate stations Rest area Truck stop...
Page 69 Using destination prediction What is destination prediction? Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL can learn your daily driving habits to saved favourite Places and it can also suggest destinations when you start the device from sleep mode, for example, when driving to Work in the morning.
Page 70 1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Search. The search screen opens with the keyboard showing. 3. Use the keyboard to enter the name of the place you want to plan a route to. Tip: If you press and hold a letter key on the keyboard, you get access to extra characters if they are available.
Page 71 5. Select an address suggestion. 6. Enter the house number if you have one and haven't entered it already. If you don't have a house number, select Add Cross Road or Show on Map. Tip: If you enter a house number that is not found, then the number appears red. The nearest house number that is found is shown in the Drive button.
Page 72 Tip: You can save a route using My Routes. Planning a route to a city centre QUICK SEARCH ONLY Important: In the interest of safety and to avoid distractions while you are driving, you should always plan a route before you start driving. To plan a route to a city centre using search, do the following: 1.
Page 73 Tip: To see more results, hide the keyboard or scroll down the results list. Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 5. Select the city in the left-hand column. The city name is shown in the right side of the search input box, and the city centre POI is shown below in the right-hand column.
Page 74 Tip: If your destination is in a different time zone, you see a plus (+) or a minus (-) sign and the time difference in hours and half hours in the arrival information panel. The estimated time of arrival is the local time at your destination. Tip: You can add a stop to a route that you have already planned.
Page 75 You can search for a POI (Point of Interest) type, such as a restaurant or tourist attraction. Alternatively, you can search for a specific POI, for example "Rosie's Pizzeria". Note: When searching, the whole map is searched. If you want to change how the search is done, select the search type button and then select a search option.
Page 76 TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, you must be connected to TomTom services. If you did a POI search but could not find the POI you were looking for, you can search TomTom Places online. To find POIs by searching online, do the following: Search for a POI using Search in the Main Menu.
Page 77 The search results are shown in a column. Tip: To see more results, hide the keyboard or scroll down the results list. Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 4.
Page 78 Tip: If your destination is in a different time zone, you see a plus (+) or a minus (-) sign and the time difference in hours and half hours in the arrival information panel. The estimated time of arrival is the local time at your destination. Tip: You can add a add a stop to a route that you have already planned.
Page 79 A pop-up menu shows the nearest address. 3. To plan a route to this destination, select Drive/Ride depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
Page 80 Planning a route using My Places To navigate to one of My Places from your current location, do the following: 1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select My Places. A list of all your Places opens. 3.
Page 81 Your chosen Place is shown on the map with a pop-up menu. 4. To plan a route to this destination, select Drive/Ride depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
Page 82 W 0 08.569 Note: The bar below the coordinates goes red if you enter coordinates that are not recog- nised by your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. 6. As you type in the coordinates, suggestions are shown based on what you have entered. You can continue typing or select a suggestion.
Page 83 Planning a route using a mapcode QUICK SEARCH ONLY Important: In the interest of safety and to avoid distractions while you are driving, you should always plan a route before you start driving. To plan a route using a mapcode, do the following: 1.
Page 84 Planning a route in advance You can plan a route in advance before you drive it. You can save the route as part of your My Routes list. To plan a route in advance, do the following: 1. Search for the location you want to use as a starting point. 2.
Page 85 A pop-up menu shows a list of options. 3. Select Remove Starting Point. Your route is replanned with your current location as the starting point. The original starting point is removed from your route. Changing the starting point into a stop 1.
Page 86 2. Select Parking. The map opens showing the locations of car parks. If a route is planned, the map shows car parks near your destination. If a route isn't planned, the map shows car parks near your current location. You can change the screen to show a list of car parks by pressing this button: You can select a car park from the list to locate it on the map.
Page 87 If you want to change how the search is done, select the button to the right of the search box. You can then change where the search is carried out, for example, to search near you or the whole map. 3.
Page 88 To find a petrol station, do the following: 1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Petrol Station. The map opens showing the locations of petrol stations. If a route is planned, the map shows petrol stations along your route. If a route isn't planned, the map shows petrol stations near your current location.
Page 89 Tip: You can scroll down the list of results using the scroll bar on the right side of the screen. If you want to change how the search is done, select the button to the right of the search box. You can then change where the search is carried out, for example, to search near you or the whole map.
Page 90 A pop-up menu opens on the map showing the name of the petrol station. 4. Select Drive/Ride depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
Page 91 Step by step search Choosing which search to use The following two types of search are available: Quick search  Start typing your destination, place or POI to immediately see a list of street names, places and POIs that match. Step by step search ...
Page 92 Entering search terms STEP BY STEP SEARCH ONLY Select Drive To in the Main Menu, then select Address or Point of Interest. The search screen shows the keyboard and the following buttons: 1. Back button Select this button to go back to the previous screen. 2.
Page 93 Select this button to hide the keyboard. 8. Show/hide keyboard button Select this button to show or hide the keyboard. Tip: Select the Shift key once to make the next letter you type upper case. Double tap the Shift key to use Caps-Lock where all the letters you type are upper case. Select the Shift key once to quit Caps-Lock.
Page 94 When you show the address or POI on the map, you can use the pop-up menu to add the location to My Places. If a route is already planned, you can add the location to your current route. Note: The best search results are shown on the map. When you zoom in, the lower ranked search results are gradually shown.
Page 95 List of POI type icons Legal and financial services Court house Cash dispenser Legal - Solicitors Financial institution Legal - other services Food services Convenience store Fast food restaurant Restaurant Chinese restaurant Accommodation Hotel or motel Luxury hotel Camping ground Economy chain hotel Emergency services Hospital or polyclinic...
Page 96 Parking garage Car wash Car dealer Vehicle inspection centre Rental car facility Electrical car charging point(s) Rental car parking Car repair facility Other services Embassy Pet services Government office Telecommunication Company Community service Post office Pharmacy Shopping centre Beauty services Tourist information office Shop Education...
Page 97 Theatre Tourist attraction Cinema Concert hall Amusement park Museum Exhibition centre Opera Cultural centre Nightlife Leisure centre Children's Farm Sport Playing field Swimming pool Mountain peak Water sports Beach Tennis court Park or recreation area Ice skating rink Yacht basin or marina Sports centre Stadium Golf course...
Page 98 Using destination prediction What is destination prediction? Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL can learn your daily driving habits to saved favourite Places and it can also suggest destinations when you start the device from sleep mode, for example, when driving to Work in the morning.
Page 99 If your device prompts "Going to X?", where X is a destination, you have 12 seconds to respond yes or no. Tip: If you don't respond yes or no, your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL assumes a yes. To respond yes, say "Yes" or select Yes. Your device plans a route to your destination.
Page 100 When the correct city or town appears in the list, select the name. 5. Enter the street name. Streets with similar names are shown in the list while you type. When the correct street name appears in the list, select the name. 6.
Page 101 Tip: If your destination is in a different time zone, you see a plus (+) or a minus (-) sign and the time difference in hours and half hours in the arrival information panel. The estimated time of arrival is the local time at your destination. Tip: You can add a stop to a route that you have already planned.
Page 102 As you type, suggestions based on what you have entered are shown. 6. Select a POI type or an individual POI. If you selected a POI type, select a POI. The location is shown on the map. 7. To see more information about the POI, select the POI on the map and then select the pop-up menu button.
Page 103 To plan a route to a city centre, do the following: 1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Drive To. 3. Select Address. You can change the country or state setting by selecting the flag before you select a city. 4.
Page 104 TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, you must be connected to TomTom services. If you did a POI search but could not find the POI you were looking for, you can search TomTom Places online. To find POIs by searching online, do the following: Search for a POI...
Page 105 The search results are shown in a list. 2. Scroll to the bottom of the list and select Search Places Online. 3. Use the keyboard to enter the name of the POI you want to find, then press the Search button on the keyboard.
Page 106 Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 4. Select an individual POI from the list. The location is shown on the map. 5. To see more information about the POI, select the POI on the map and then select the pop-up menu button.
Page 107 1. Move the map and zoom in until you can see the destination that you want to navigate to. Tip: You can also select a map symbol to open the pop-up menu, then select the Drive/Ride button to plan a route to that location. 2.
Page 108 Tip: You can use the location you selected in other ways, such as adding it to My Places, by selecting the pop-up menu button. Tip: If your destination is in a different time zone, you see a plus (+) or a minus (-) sign and the time difference in hours and half hours in the arrival information panel.
Page 109 A list of all your Places opens. 3. Select the Place you want to navigate to, for example Home. Your chosen Place is shown on the map with a pop-up menu. 4. To plan a route to this destination, select Drive/Ride depending on which device you are using.
Page 110 W 0 08.569 Note: The bar below the coordinates goes red if you enter coordinates that are not recog- nised by your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. 5. As you type in the coordinates, suggestions are shown based on what you have entered. You can continue typing or select a suggestion.
Page 111 7. To plan a route to this destination, select Drive/Ride depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically. Tip: If your destination is in a different time zone, you see a plus (+) or a minus (-) sign and the time difference in hours and half hours in the arrival information panel.
Page 112 Changing the starting point to be your current location 1. Select the starting point of the route in the map view. 2. Select the pop-up menu button. A pop-up menu shows a list of options. 3. Select Remove Starting Point. Your route is replanned with your current location as the starting point.
Page 113 1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Parking. The map opens showing the locations of car parks. If a route is planned, the map shows car parks near your destination. If a route isn't planned, the map shows car parks near your current location.
Page 114 Tip: You can scroll down the list of results using the scroll bar on the right side of the screen. If you want to change how the search is done, select the button to the right of the search box. You can then change where the search is carried out, for example, to search near you or the whole map.
Page 115 A pop-up menu opens on the map showing the name of the car park. 4. Select Drive/Ride depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
Page 116 The map opens showing the locations of petrol stations. If a route is planned, the map shows petrol stations along your route. If a route isn't planned, the map shows petrol stations near your current location. You can change the screen to show a list of petrol stations by pressing this button: You can select a petrol station from the list to locate it on the map.
Page 117 If you want to change how the search is done, select the button to the right of the search box. You can then change where the search is carried out, for example, to search near you or the whole map. 3.
Page 118 Changing your route The Current Route menu When you have planned a route or track, select the Current Route or Current Track button in the Main Menu to open the Current Route or Current Track Menu. The following buttons are available in the menu: Select this button to clear the currently planned route or track.
Page 119 Select this button to avoid some types of route features that are on your Avoid Toll Roads currently planned route. These include ferries, toll roads and unpaved and More roads. You can also avoid route features using the route bar. Show Instructions Select this button to see a list of turn-by-turn text instructions for your planned route.
Page 120 Select this button to see the lists of stops for your current route. You can Reorder Stops then change the order of the stops on your route. Drive to Route or Select Drive to Route to plan a route from your current location to the Track starting point of a My Route.
Page 121 Note: It may not be possible to find an alternative route around the blocked road if none exists. 3. Select the new route by selecting the time balloon. Guidance to your destination resumes avoiding the blocked road. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
Page 122 You can also select the km/mi button to show the differ- ence as a distance. Tip: Information from the TomTom Traffic is used when calculating alternative routes. Any route that is 50% longer in time than the original route is not shown.
Page 123 Toll Roads  Ferries and car shuttle trains  Carpool Lanes  Unpaved Roads  Note: Carpool lanes are sometimes known as High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes (HOV lanes) and are not present in every country. To travel on these lanes, you may need to have more than one person in the car, for example, or the car may need to use environmentally-friendly fuel.
Page 124 3. Select Avoid in the pop-up menu. A new route is found that avoids the route feature. Adding a stop to your route from the current route menu 1. In the Main Menu, select Current Route. 2. Select Add Stop to Route. The map view is shown.
Page 125 2. Select Reorder Stops. The map view is shown with the route cleared. The starting point, destination and all the stops are shown. 3. Select the stops one by one in the order you wish to drive them. The symbols change to a flag as you select each stop. The last stop you select becomes your destination.
Page 126 Your route back home in the evening is the reverse of your route to work in the morn- ing. Routes can be created and saved on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL or in MyDrive. You can also edit routes using MyDrive.
Page 127 ITN files become routes after import. Using ITN files There are several things you can do with your ITN file: You can import an ITN file onto your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL so you can travel that same  route again and get navigation instructions.
Page 128 3. Select the pop-up menu button to open the menu. 4. Select Manage Route, then Add to My Routes. The name of the route is shown in the edit screen. 5. Edit the name of the route so that you can easily recognise it. 6.
Page 129 The starting point of the saved route is converted to your first stop and then the route is planned. Guidance to your destination begins from your current location. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically. Tip: There are two other ways to navigate using a saved route: Select the starting point of the route.
Page 130 3. Select the stop that you want to use as your starting point, then select the pop-up menu button to open the menu. 4. Select Start Route From Here. Your route is calculated from the new starting point. 5. Select Drive/Ride. The starting point of your route is converted to your first stop and then the route is planned from your current location.
Page 131 You can record a track while you drive, with or without a route planned. After recording, you can then export your track so that you can share it with others. Alternatively, you view it using TomTom MyDrive if you’re logged in to MyDrive on your device. To record a track, do the following: 1.
Page 132 Note: You can export tracks as GPX files and save them on a memory card for sharing with others. Navigating using a track You can import tracks on to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL using MyDrive. To navigate using an imported track, do the following: 1. In the Main Menu, select My Routes.
Page 133 5. When you see a message that your tracks have been exported successfully, remove your memory card to share your tracks with other users. Note: Each exported route is saved as a GPX file in the TomTom Routes folder on your memory card.
Page 134 To import one or more routes and tracks from a memory card, do the following: 1. Insert a memory card into the card slot on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. If routes are found on your memory card, a message confirms this.
Page 135 Note: Voice control is not supported on all devices or in all languages. If your device has voice control capability, you will see a Voice Control button in the main menu: Instead of selecting items on the screen to control your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, you can use your voice to control your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL.
Page 136 Making your own wake-up phrase You can make your own wake-up phrase to start Voice Control. You can choose any words you like to make your wake-up phrase fun or easy to say. To make your own wake-up phrase, do the following: 1.
Page 137 2. The status of voice control on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. You can speak when your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL says "I'm listening" and you see the microphone symbol in the left corner. The status message tells you if voice control cannot understand what you said, and gives you instructions about using voice control.
Page 138 Saying commands in different ways Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL recognises many more words than just the ones you see in the list of commands, so try some of your own words. You can say other words that have the same meaning, for example you can say the following words: "OK", "Correct"...
Page 139 If the command is incorrect, say "No" and repeat the command after you hear "I'm listening". 4. Say the address or location. You can also say the name of a place or a city centre. Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL repeats what you say and asks for confirmation.
Page 140 If the command is incorrect, say "No" and repeat the command after you hear "I'm listening". Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL plans a route from your current location to the petrol station. Tip: To stop voice control, say "Cancel". To go back one step, say "Back".
Page 141 About Google Now Google Now has the ability to be a voice-activated personal assistant. Talking to Siri or Google Now using your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL 1. Select the Phone button. You see the message Speak to your phone after the tone.
Page 142 Mark a location and create the change report later.  Your map change reports are sent to TomTom in real time when your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL has an internet connection. All map changes are verified by TomTom. These verified changes are then available as part of the next map update which you can get when your device is connected to the internet and you are logged into your TomTom account.
Page 143 6. Select Report. Your map change report is sent to TomTom in real time. Note: All map changes are verified by TomTom. These verified changes are then available as part of the next map update. Creating a map change report from a marked location If you see a map inconsistency while you are driving, you can mark the location so you can report the change later.
Page 144 7. Follow the instructions for your chosen type of map change. 8. Select Report. The marker for the marked location is removed from the map. Your map change report is sent to TomTom. Types of map change Road Restriction Select this option to block or unblock a road. You can block or unblock the road in one or both directions by doing the following: 1.
Page 145 Street Name Select this option to correct an incorrect street name. 1. Press and hold to select the location of the map change on the map view. 2. Select the pop-up menu button to open the menu. 3. Select Report Map Error from the pop-up menu. 4.
Page 146 The Speed Cameras service also warns you about the following hazards: Accident blackspot locations.  To get TomTom services on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, you must be connected to the internet. Important: The Speed Cameras service isn't available in all countries. For example, in France, TomTom offers a Danger Zone service instead and in Switzerland, no speed camera services are permitted at all.
Page 147 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 Symbol shown in Description...
Page 148 If you pass a new speed camera that you were not warned about, you can report it instantly. The speed camera is saved on your device automatically and also sent to other users. Note: To report a speed camera, you must be connected to TomTom services and logged in to your TomTom account.
Page 149 Select No if the mobile speed camera has been removed.  Your selection is sent to TomTom. We collect reports from many users to determine if the camera warning should be kept or removed. Updating locations for cameras and hazards The locations of speed cameras can change frequently.
Page 150 Danger Zones About danger zones and risk zones The TomTom Danger Zones service warns you about danger zones and risk zones on your route when you are in France. Since 3rd January 2012, it has been illegal to receive warnings about the position of fixed or mobile speed cameras when you are driving in France.
Page 151 Reporting a risk zone If you pass a new temporary risk zone that you were not warned about, you can report it instantly. Note: To report a risk zone, you must be connected to TomTom services and logged in to your TomTom account.
Page 152 The locations of danger zones and risk zones can change frequently. New zones can also appear without warning. Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL receives all zone updates in real time. You do not need to do anything to receive updates – they are sent to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL automatically.
Page 153 You can add a location to My Places directly in My Places, by selecting a location from the map, by searching for a location or by marking a location. You can upload community POI lists using TomTom MyDrive and choose to show the POI locations on the map.
Page 154 Setting your home or work location You can set your home or work locations in the following ways: Setting your home or work location using My Places 1. In the Main Menu, select My Places. 2. Select Add Home or Add Work. Tip: To set your home location, you can also select Add Home from the main menu.
Page 155 Your home location is shown on the map, with a pop-up menu. 3. Select Edit Location. 4. To select a new home location, do one of the following: Zoom in on the map at the location you want to select. Press and hold to select the loca- ...
Page 156 The name of the location appears in the edit screen. 4. Edit the name of the location so you can easily recognise it. 5. Select Done to save your location in the My Places list. Add a location to My Places from the map 1.
Page 157 Tip: Some TomTom Navigation devices have POI lists pre-installed. Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL uses .OV2 files for POI collections. Using an .OV2 file on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL 1. Copy the .OV2 onto a supported SD card using a PC.
Page 158 1. Select Appearance in the Settings menu. 2. Select Show POI lists on map. You see a list of all the POI lists stored on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. 3. Select the POI list that you always want to see on your map.
Page 159 Tip: It takes a short while to sync all your phone contacts so if you receive a call immediately after your phone has connected to your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL you might not see the caller Volume control for hands-free calling When you are making a hands-free call, you can adjust the call volume using the volume control on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL.
Page 160 Making a hands-free call Note: This uses your phone's voice control. 1. Say "Hello TomTom" to wake up voice control then say "Activate phone", or select the Phone button. You see the message Speak to your phone after the tone.
Page 161 2. Select the Contacts button. You see the Contacts screen with your call history and frequent contacts. 3. Select a contact from either tab to make a call to that person. You can also search for a contact. Searching your contacts To search for a contact and then call them, do the following: 1.
Page 162 Switch messages off for your current session This method switches messages off for your current session. 1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select the message button in the lower right hand corner of the screen. You see the message Message notifications OFF.
Page 163 Talking to Siri or Google Now using your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL 1. Select the Phone button. You see the message Speak to your phone after the tone. 2. Say a command to the personal assistant.
Page 164  Select Show POI lists on map to choose which POI lists you want to show on the map. Note: Show POI lists on map is not available on all TomTom navigation devices or apps. Guidance view  Select Guidance view to change the information you see in the guidance view.
Page 165 Note: This feature is only available on devices with a 6 inch / 15 cm or larger screen. Drag the slider to change the text and button size to small, medium or large, then select Apply this change. Your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL restarts and applies the change. Route Bar...
Page 166 Note: The wide route bar can only be shown if the screen is wide enough. When the wide route bar is shown, you see more information about your route. For example, you see time and distance to traffic queues and more. Guidance view In Guidance view you can change these settings: Show current street name...
Page 167 > System > Your information and privacy to see this feature. When a faster route is available If a faster route found while you are driving, TomTom Traffic can replan your journey to use the faster route. Select from the following options: Always take the fastest route - the fastest route will always be chosen for you.
Page 168 Avoid on every route You can choose to avoid ferries and car shuttle trains, toll roads, carpool lanes, and unpaved roads. Set how your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL should manage each of these road features when the device calculates a route.
Page 169 Smartphone messages  Switch on this feature to reply by SMS to a missed call and to receive incoming SMS or IMs. Delete Phone button  Select this button to disconnect a phone. Add Phone button  Select this button to add another phone.
Page 170 Important: Routes and tracks cannot be stored on the same memory card as maps because different memory card formatting is used. Note: Although you can store more than one map on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, you can only use one map at a time for planning and navigation.
Page 171 Additional settings Traffic jam ahead  Traffic jam warnings in the route bar are part of TomTom Traffic. You can choose never to be warned or to always be warned when approaching a jam too quickly. When speeding ...
Page 172 Screen touch sounds  Switch on Screen touch sounds to hear a click when you select an item or touch a button. The click sound means that your selection or touch has been understood. Voices Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Voices. Choosing a voice Select Choose a voice to change the voice that gives spoken directions and other route instructions.
Page 173 Tip: To access settings and the status of your services quickly, select the menu bar at the top of the main menu. In portrait mode, you can also tap the icons down the right hand side. MyDrive lets you connect your device to TomTom MyDrive on your computer or phone. Use MyDrive to do the following: Select a destination on your computer, tablet or phone and send it to your device.
Page 174 Connect using MyDrive Connect  If you are already connected to the internet, you are asked to log in to your TomTom account. If you are already logged in and wish to stop your device syncing with MyDrive, you see a Stop Syncing button.
Page 175 Select this setting to control power saving options on your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Your information & privacy  Some features require information to be sent to TomTom or stored on your device. You are asked the following questions: Use my location and the information I enter to receive TomTom services ...
Page 176 FAQs and more. Reviews If you like using your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, why not write a review on your favourite online store? You'll help other drivers to make the best choice, and we'll learn from the feedback you give...
Page 177 FAQs and more. Reviews If you like using your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, why not write a review on your favourite online store? You'll help other drivers to make the best choice, and we'll learn from the feedback you give...
Page 178 TomTom GO ESSENTIAL: 1. Select Settings in the Main Menu. 2. Select System. 3. Select About. 4. Select Legal information. 5. Select Certificates. 6. You then see the relevant product certification information for your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, for example, ICASA.
Page 179 Using MyDrive Connect About MyDrive Connect The quickest and easiest way to keep your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL up to date is to use a Wi-Fi connection. If you are unable to connect to the internet using Wi-Fi or you prefer to use a different method, you can connect to the internet using a USB connection to a computer.
Page 180 Note: Use ONLY the USB cable supplied with your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL. Other USB cables may not work. Note: You cannot use the mount to connect your TomTom GO ESSENTIAL to your comput- Note: You should plug the USB cable directly into a USB port on your computer and not into a USB hub or USB port on a keyboard or monitor.
Page 181  Important: Take care when choosing a country during account creation. The correct country is needed if you make a purchase from the TomTom shop and it cannot be changed after the account has been created. Note: You can associate up to ten TomTom devices with one TomTom account.
Page 182 Government of Russia, which is solely responsible for its availability and accuracy. Changes in GPS or GLONASS availability and accuracy, or in environmental conditions, may impact the operation of this device. TomTom disclaims any liability for the availability and accuracy of GPS or GLONASS.
Page 183  Rating: DC5V, 1.2A How TomTom uses your information Information regarding the use of personal information can be found at: tomtom.com/privacy. Environmental and Battery information Your device Do not disassemble, crush, bend, deform, puncture, or shred your device. Do not use it in a humid, wet and/or corrosive environment.
Page 184 Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact battery terminals. Do not attempt to replace or remove the battery yourself unless the user manual clearly indicates that the battery is user replaceable. For TomTom GO ESSENTIAL, a qualified professional should remove the battery.
Page 185 The procurement of and all charges associated with such a connectivity plan are your responsibility. TomTom shall not be liable for any costs or expenses associated with such network connectivity plan (such as the data charges or possible tethering fees which may be imposed by your carrier).
Page 186 The information is subject to change without notice. TomTom shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the performance or use of this document. This document may not be copied without the prior written consent from TomTom N.V.
Page 187 EU Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance THIS WIRELESS DEVICE MODEL MEETS GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES WHEN USED AS DIRECTED IN THIS SECTION This GPS Navigation System is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Council of the European Union.
Page 188 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by TomTom is under licence. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Page 189 TomTom User Manual...
Page 190 Contents What's in the box What's in the box ....................5 Read me first Installing in your car ....................7 Switching on and off ....................7 Setting up ......................7 GPS reception ...................... 7 About MyTomTom ....................7 Setting up MyTomTom .................... 8 Device not starting ....................
Page 191 Options ......................25 Cursor menu ...................... 26 Map corrections About Map Share ....................27 Correcting a map error ..................27 Types of map correction ..................27 Sounds and voices About sounds and voices ..................31 About computer voices ..................31 Selecting a voice ....................
Page 192 Help About getting help ....................45 Using Help to phone a local service ................45 Help menu options ....................45 Favourites About Favourites ....................47 Creating a Favourite .................... 47 Using a Favourite ....................48 Changing the name of a Favourite ................48 Deleting a Favourite .....................
Page 193 What's in the box What's in the box TomTom with integrated mount   USB cable USB car charger  Installation poster ...
Page 194 For devices with a traffic service, there is a car charger with integrated RDS-TMC receiver in the  box:...
Page 195 MyTomTom helps you manage the contents and services of your TomTom navigation device, as well as giving you access to the TomTom community. You log in to MyTomTom on the TomTom website. It is a good idea to frequently connect your navigation device to MyTomTom to ensure you always...
Page 196 Device not starting In rare cases, your TomTom device may not start correctly or may stop responding to your taps. First, check that the battery is charged. To charge the battery, connect your TomTom device to the car charger.
Page 197 Charging your device The battery in your TomTom navigation device charges when you connect it to the car charger or to your computer. Important: You should plug the USB connector directly into a USB port on your computer and not into a USB hub or USB port on a keyboard or monitor.
Page 198 Dashboard Mount Disk to attach the mount to your dashboard. The following diagrams show where you can safely attach the mount. TomTom also offers alternative mounting solutions for your TomTom navigation device. For more information about Dashboard Mount Disks and alternative mounting solutions, go to tomtom.com/en_in/products/accessories.
Page 199 Important: In the interest of safety and to reduce distractions while you are driving, you should always plan a route before you start driving. To plan a route on your TomTom navigation device, do the following: 1. Tap the screen to open the Main Menu.
Page 200 When the correct street name appears in the list, tap the name to select the destination. 6. Enter the house number, then tap Done. 7. The location is shown on the map. Tap Select to continue or tap Back to enter another address. Tip: If you want your final destination to be a car park, tap Car park and select a location from the list of car parks close to your general destination.
Page 201 If you have TomTom Traffic or an RDS-TMC receiver, the route summary also shows traffic information about delays on your route. Note: To use a TomTom traffic information service, you may need a subscription or a receiver. Traffic services are not supported in all countries or regions. For more information, visit...
Page 202 Select a button to use for this destination and answer the questions about the destination. Show my frequent destinations You can set your TomTom device to ask if you want to plan a route to one of your frequently visited destinations every time the device starts.
Page 203 Driving View. Using arrival times You can set your TomTom device to ask you if you need to arrive at a particular time when you plan a route. Tap Status bar in the Settings menu, to enable or disable arrival time notifications.
Page 204 Position of last stop Planning a route in advance You can use your TomTom device to plan a route in advance, selecting your starting point and your destination. Here are some more reasons to plan a route in advance: Find out how long a journey is going to take before you start.
Page 205 2. Tap the arrow button to move to the next menu screen and tap Plan route. This button is shown while there is no planned route on your TomTom device. 3. Select the starting point for your journey in the same way that you would select your destination.
Page 206 Note: This button is only shown if your device has either a traffic subscription or an RDS-TMC Receiver. Traffic information is not available in all countries or regions. For more information about Show traffic on TomTom traffic information services, go to tomtom.com/services. route...
Page 207 The Driving View About the Driving View When your TomTom navigation device starts for the first time, you are shown the Driving View along with detailed information about your current position. Tap the centre of the screen at any time to open the Main Menu.
Page 208 Tap this part of the status bar to repeat the last voice instruction and to change the volume. You can also tap here to mute the sound. 10. The remaining journey time, the remaining distance and your estimated arrival time. Tap this part of the status bar to open the Route Summary screen.
Page 209 About lane guidance Note: Lane guidance is not available for all junctions or in all countries. Your TomTom navigation device helps you prepare for motorway exits and junctions by showing the correct driving lane for your planned route. As you approach an exit or junction, the lane you need is shown on the screen.
Page 210 To change the current route or your destination, tap one of the following buttons: Tap this button to find an alternative to the current route. This button is only shown while there is a planned route on your TomTom device.
Page 211 Tap this button to change the current destination. When you change the destination, you are shown the same options and asked to enter the new address in the same way as when you plan a new route. Change destination Tap this button to avoid part of the current route. You are shown a list of the street names on your route.
Page 212 View map About viewing the map You can view the map in the same way as you might look at a traditional paper map. The map shows your current location and many other locations such as Favourites and POIs. To view the map in this way, tap View map or View route in the Main menu. You view different locations on the map by moving the map across the screen.
Page 213 Note: To use a TomTom traffic information service, you may need a subscription or a receiver. Traffic services are not supported in all countries or regions. For more information, visit tomtom.com/services. 3. Marker A marker shows the distance to a location. Markers are coloured as follows: Blue - points to your current location.
Page 214 Tap this button to make a map correction for the cursor position on the map. You can make the correction only on your own map or you can share the correction with the TomTom Map Share community. Correct location Tap this button to create a Favourite at the cursor position on the map.
Page 215 To make corrections to your own map, tap Map corrections in the Settings menu. Note: Map Share is not available in all regions. For more information, go to tomtom.com/mapshare. Correcting a map error Important: For safety reasons, do not enter the full details of a map correction while you are driving.
Page 216 4. Tap Done. Your device shows the street and whether the traffic is blocked or allowed in each direction. 5. Tap one of the direction buttons to block or unblock the flow of traffic in that direction. 6. Tap Done. Tap this button to correct the traffic direction of a one-way street, where the direction of traffic is different from the direction shown on your map.
Page 217 Tap this button to add or remove a roundabout. Add or remove roundabout Tap this button to add a new Point of Interest (POI). For example to add a new restaurant near to your current location: 1. Tap Add missing POI. 2.
Page 218 Tap this button to report an error about a city, town or village. You can report the following types of error:  City is missing Wrong city name  City Alternative city name  Other  Tap this button to report an error about a motorway entrance or exit. Motorway entrance/exit Tap this button to report an error about a postcode.
Page 219 English computer voice can read and pronounce French street names but pronunciation may not be completely accurate. Selecting a voice To select a different voice on your TomTom device, either tap Change voice in the Settings menu or tap Voices, then tap Change voice and select the required voice. Changing the volume level You can change the volume on your TomTom device in several ways.
Page 220 1. Tap Settings in the Main menu. 2. Tap Volume. 3. Select Link volume to car speed to automatically adjust the volume inside the car in response to changes in the speed of your driving. 4. Tap Done.
Page 221 Settings About Settings You can change the way your TomTom device looks and behaves. Most of the settings on your device can be accessed by tapping Settings in the Main menu. Note: Not all settings described here are available on all devices.
Page 222  TomTom Places or Google - Local Search can use either TomTom Places or Google search as the underlying search tool. Tip: If you don't have TomTom Places, try connecting to MyTomTom to download all the latest updates for your navigation device.
Page 223 Language Tap this button to change the language used for all the buttons and messages you see on your device. You can choose from a wide range of languages. When you change the language, you are also given the opportunity to change the voice. Language Map colours Tap this button to select the colour schemes for day and night map...
Page 224 Tap this button to manage your own Point of Interest (POI) categories and locations. You can set your TomTom device to let you know when you are near to selected POI locations. For example, you could set the device to let you Manage POIs know when you are approaching a petrol station.
Page 225 TomTom traffic information services, go to tomtom.com/services. Set whether you want your TomTom device to replan the current route if a faster route is found while you are driving. This is useful if traffic builds up or clears further ahead on your route. Choose...
Page 226 device. This includes items such as your Home and Favourite locations and your personal menu. Safety settings Tap this button to select the safety features you want to use on your device. Safety settings Clock Tap this button to select the time format. As soon as you have a GPS fix, the time will be set automatically.
Page 227 Version information Tap this button to find technical information on your device, such as the device serial number, application version and the map version. You can also view the current status for GPS reception and your LIVE Services, if you have a subscription. Version infor- mation Status bar...
Page 228 Use night colours / Use day colours Tap this button to reduce the brightness of the screen and display the map in darker colours. When driving at night or when driving through a dark tunnel, it is easier to view the screen and less distracting for the driver if the brightness of the Use night colours screen is dimmed.
Page 229 Petrol stations  Creating POIs Tip: For help on managing third party POIs, search for "Third party POIs" at: tomtom.com/support. 1. Tap the screen to open the Main menu. 2. Tap Settings. 3. Tap Manage POIs. 4. If there are no POI categories or the one you want to use does not exist, tap Add POI category and create a new category.
Page 230 3. Tap POI in city. Tip: The last POI you viewed on your TomTom device is also shown in the menu. 4. Enter the name of the town or city and select it when it is shown in the list.
Page 231 Many of the POIs on your TomTom device include phone numbers. This means that you can use your TomTom device to find out the phone number for a POI, call them using a phone and then plan a route to the location of the POI.
Page 232 Tap Manage POIs to manage your POI categories and locations. You can set your TomTom device to let you know when you are near to selected POI locations. In this way you could, for example, set the device to let you know you when you are approaching a petrol station.
Page 233 Help About getting help Tap Help in the Main menu to navigate to emergency services centres and other specialist services. If your device supports hands-free calling and your phone is connected to your device, you can contact emergency services directly by phone. For example, if you are involved in a car accident, you could use the Help menu to find and call the nearest hospital and tell them your exact location.
Page 234 Tap this button to navigate your way on foot to a service centre. Walk to help Tap this button to see your current location on the map. Where am I? Tap this button to read a selection of guides, including a First Aid guide. Safety and other guides Tap this button to read a selection of guides relating to your navigation...
Page 235 Favourites About Favourites Favourites provide an easy way to select a location without the need to enter the address. They do not need to be favourite places, they can simply be seen as a collection of useful addresses. Creating a Favourite To create a Favourite, do the following: 1.
Page 236 3. Tap Favourite. 4. Select a Favourite from the list. Your TomTom device calculates the route for you. 5. When the route is calculated, tap Done. Your device immediately starts guiding you to your destination with spoken instructions and visual instructions on the screen.
Page 237 5. Tap Rename. 6. Type in the new name and then tap Done. 7. Tap Done. Deleting a Favourite To delete a Favourite, do the following: 1. Tap the screen to bring up the Main menu. 2. Tap Settings to open the Settings menu. 3.
Page 238 TMC is not a TomTom Service, but is available when using the TomTom RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver. Note: TomTom is not responsible for the availability or quality of traffic information provided by the Traffic Message Channel.
Page 239 5. Enter the frequency of the radio station. 6. Tap Done. Your TomTom navigation device looks for your radio station. If it doesn't find a radio station at the frequency you set, it automatically continues to search for the next available station.
Page 240 Your device plans the quickest route to your destination. The new route may include traffic delays and may remain the same as the original route. You can re-plan the route to avoid all delays, but this route is unlikely to be the quickest possible route.
Page 241 The Driving View is shown and a message is displayed telling you about traffic incidents on this route. The Traffic sidebar also shows any delays. Getting more information about an incident To check for delays on your route, tap Show traffic on route in the Traffic menu. Your navigation device shows a summary of the traffic delays on your route.
Page 242 3. If the map does not show your location, tap the marker to centre the map on your current location. The map shows traffic incidents in the area. 4. Tap on any traffic incident to get more information. A screen is shown that gives you detailed information about the incident you chose. To display information about surrounding incidents use the left and right arrows at the bottom of this screen.
Page 243 Accident Road works One or more lanes closed Road closed Traffic incident Traffic jam Weather related symbols: Rain Wind Snow Note: The incident avoided symbol is shown for any traffic incident that you avoid using a traffic service. Traffic menu To open the Traffic menu, tap the Traffic sidebar in the Driving View then tap Options, or tap Traffic in the Services menu.
Page 244 Tap this button to change your settings for how the Traffic service works on your device. Traffic settings Tap this button to hear spoken information about traffic incidents on your route. Note: Your TomTom device must have a computer voice installed to read information aloud. Read aloud traffic info...
Page 245 Changing the way you are warned To change the way your TomTom device warns you about speed cameras, tap the Alert settings button. You can set under which conditions you are warned and what type of sound will be played.
Page 246 the speed camera types that have been set for an alert. 4. Tap Fixed cameras. 5. Tap Next. 6. Tap the sound you want to be used for the warning. Tips: To switch off warning sounds for a camera type, tap Silence in step 7 above.
Page 247 Accident black spot Bi-directional speed camera Ungated railway crossing Report button To show the report button in the Driving View, do the following: 1. Tap Services in the Main Menu. 2. Tap Speed Cameras. 3. Tap Show report button. 4. Tap Back. The report button is shown on left-hand side of the Driving View or if you are already using the quick menu, it's added to the buttons available in the quick menu.
Page 248 6. Tap Yes to confirm the location of the camera. 7. Tap on the type of camera you want to report and if necessary, choose the speed restriction for the camera. You see a message confirming that a report has been created. Reporting incorrect camera alerts You may receive an alert for a camera that is no longer there.
Page 249 All other types of camera that do not fall into any of the above categories. Other camera Average speed check camera warnings There are several types of visual and audible warnings that you may see and hear when you meet an average speed check camera.
Page 250 Tap this button to report a new speed camera location. Report speed camera Tap this button to set the alerts you will receive and the sounds used for each alert. Alert settings Tap this button to disable all alerts at once. Disable alerts Tap this button to enable the report...
Page 251 MyTomTom helps you manage the contents and services of your TomTom navigation device, as well as giving you access to the TomTom community. You log in to MyTomTom on the TomTom website. It is a good idea to frequently connect your navigation device to MyTomTom to ensure you always have the latest updates and maps.
Page 252 To download content and services from TomTom, you need a MyTomTom account. You can create an account when you start using MyTomTom. Note: If you have more than one TomTom navigation device, you need a separate account for each device.
Page 253 You can get further help by going to tomtom.com/support. For warranty information, go to tomtom.com/legal. Status & information Tap this button to view technical information about your device, such as your serial number for your device and the version of the main TomTom application. Version infor- mation Tap this button to see the current status for GPS reception.
Page 254 Use this device as a navigation aid only. Do not follow navigation instructions which may put you or other road users in danger. TomTom accepts no liability for damages resulting from your failure to observe this notice.
Page 255 Avoid dropping the device. If the device is dropped and you suspect damage, please contact customer support. Use the device only with the chargers, mounts or USB cables provided. For TomTom approved replacements, go to tomtom.com. Operating temperature This device will remain fully operational within the temperature range 14°F / -10°C to 131°F / 55°C.
Page 256 To prolong the battery life, keep the device in a cool, dry place and follow the tips specified in this FAQ: tomtom.com/batterytips. Charging will not occur at temperatures below 32°F / 0°C or over 113°F / 45°C.
Page 257 The information is subject to change without notice. TomTom shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the performance or use of this document. This document may not be copied without the prior written consent from TomTom N.V.
Page 258 Copyright notices © 1992 - 2017 TomTom. All rights reserved. TomTom and the "two hands" logo are registered trademarks of TomTom N.V. or one of its subsidiaries. Some images are taken from NASA’s Earth Observatory. The purpose of NASA's Earth Observatory is to provide a freely-accessible publication on the Internet where the public can obtain new satellite imagery and scientific information about our home planet.

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