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  • Page 1 TomTom Bridge Reference Guide 15100...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Starting the TomTom Bridge Using gestures Apps on the TomTom Bridge Connecting the TomTom Bridge About connecting the TomTom Bridge ............... 13 Smartphone connection ..................13 Personal Area Networks ..................13 Connect using Bluetooth ..................13 Reconnecting your smartphone ................14 Unable to get a connection ................
  • Page 3 Language Installing in your vehicle Charging the TomTom Bridge The TomTom Bridge is not starting Caring for your Bridge Getting help Welcome to navigation with TomTom About TomTom services GPS reception What's on the TomTom Navigation app screen The map view..................... 31 The guidance view ....................
  • Page 4 Planning a route to a POI using search ............... 48 Planning a route to a POI using online search .............. 50 Entering search terms ................... 52 Working with search results ................... 54 About postcodes ....................55 About mapcodes ....................56 List of POI type icons ....................
  • Page 5 Speed Cameras About speed cameras ................... 93 Speed camera warnings ..................93 Changing the way you are warned ................95 Reporting a new speed camera ................95 Confirm or remove a mobile speed camera ..............96 Updating locations for cameras and hazards ............... 96 Danger Zones About danger zones and risk zones ................
  • Page 6 Using the External Camera app Using the TomTom Music app Addendum Copyright notices...

  • Page 7: Welcome To The Tomtom Bridge

    Welcome to the TomTom Bridge This Reference Guide explains how to use the TomTom Bridge and the installed TomTom apps. The Reference Guide has the following sections: TomTom Bridge  The TomTom Navigation app   The TomTom Camera app The TomTom Music app ...
  • Page 8 The TomTom Bridge...

  • Page 9: Starting The Tomtom Bridge

    Starting the TomTom Bridge The TomTom Bridge starts when it is in its dock, and the dock has power. When the TomTom Bridge is not in its dock, you can also press the On/Off button until the device starts. The TomTom Bridge home screen is shown.
  • Page 10 6. Software update button. Shortcut button to open the Software update app. This app lets you update the Bridge to the latest software version. 7. Status bar. Touch this area to show app notifications and the device status.

  • Page 11: Using Gestures

    Using gestures You use gestures to control your device. This Reference Guide explains which gestures to use throughout the guide but here is a complete list of all the gestures you can use. Double tap Touch one finger on the screen twice in rapid succession. Example of when to use this: Zooming in.

  • Page 12: Apps On The Tomtom Bridge

    Apps on the TomTom Bridge The TomTom Bridge is an Android based device that has different apps installed on it. Some of the apps will be standard Android apps, for example a browser, a clock and a photo-gallery. Specialised apps could be added by the device owner, and TomTom has also added apps.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Tomtom Bridge

    Smartphone connection Using your smartphone to connect the TomTom Bridge to a network means that data is sent and received by your smartphone using your mobile services provider. Your smartphone needs to be compatible with your TomTom Bridge, and you must have a data plan from a mobile services provider.

  • Page 14: Reconnecting Your Smartphone

    6. Select your phone from the list of available devices. 7. After you have connected your TomTom Bridge to your smartphone, you need to check the box in the Bluetooth profile on the TomTom Bridge to enable internet access as shown below.
  • Page 15 Your data plan with your mobile services provider is active, and you can access the internet on  your phone.

  • Page 16: Features On The Tomtom Bridge

    TomTom Bridge, please refer to the applicable User Documentation. Sleep settings You can choose when your TomTom Bridge goes to sleep if no apps are running or when it is removed from its dock. Open Display in the Android Settings app to see the following settings: Sleep ...

  • Page 17: System Bar

    3. Open the Bridge Internal Storage folder. 4. Copy files from your computer to a folder on your Bridge, or from your Bridge to your computer. Tip: To keep the device organised, copy the files to a folder with a relevant name. For exam- ple, copy your music files to the Music folder.

  • Page 18: Moving And Resizing Apps And Widgets

    You can change the size of an app button or a widget to make it easier to use or see. Note: The TomTom Bridge might be locked to prevent you making changes to the device. Moving apps and widgets To move an app or widget, do the following: 1.
  • Page 19 Tip: You can only move and app or widget to an empty space. Resizing apps and widgets To resize an app or widget, do the following: Note: Some widgets and apps have a size limit in one or more directions. 1.

  • Page 20: Sending Information To Tomtom

    Your device automatically switches off and clears your personal data. Taking a screenshot If you need to make a picture of the screen of the TomTom Bridge, for example to show the owner an error that has occurred, do the following: 1.

  • Page 21: Language

    Language The language used on the TomTom Bridge is also used on the apps installed on the device. To change the device language, do the following: 1. Select the Home button. 2. Select the Settings app. 3. Select Language & input, then select Language.

  • Page 22: Installing In Your Vehicle

    Installing in your vehicle Use only the supplied dock and vehicle mount to hold the TomTom Bridge when you are using it in your vehicle.

  • Page 23: Charging The Tomtom Bridge

    Charging the TomTom Bridge The battery in the TomTom Bridge charges when you install the device in its dock and the dock is powered. You can also use a USB Home Charger. You are warned when the battery level is low or critical. You lose your connection to the internet when the battery level is low or critical.

  • Page 24: The Tomtom Bridge Is Not Starting

    The TomTom Bridge is not starting In rare cases, the TomTom Bridge may not start correctly or may stop responding. First, check that the battery is charged. To charge the battery, connect your device to power or install it in the dock. It can take up to 3 hours to fully charge the battery.

  • Page 25: Caring For Your Bridge

    Caring for your Bridge It is important to take care of your device: Do not open the casing of your device under any circumstances. Doing so may be dangerous and  will invalidate the warranty. Wipe or dry the screen of your device using a soft cloth. Do not use any liquid cleaners.

  • Page 26: Getting Help

    Getting help You can get further help by going to tomtom.com/support. For warranty and privacy information, go to tomtom.com/legal.
  • Page 27 TomTom Navigation App...

  • Page 28: Welcome To Navigation With Tomtom

    This Section explains how you use the TomTom Navigation app. Important: For other settings and operation instructions for the TomTom Bridge, and for instruc- tions about other apps installed on the TomTom Bridge, please refer to the applicable User Documentation.

  • Page 29: About Tomtom Services

    TomTom Bridge to a network. Note: TomTom services are not available in all countries or regions, and not all services are available in all countries or regions. For more information on available services in each region, go to tomtom.com/services.

  • Page 30: Gps Reception

    GPS reception When you first start the navigation app, it may need a few minutes to find your GPS position and show your current location on the map. Make sure you have GPS activated on your device. Tip: The GPS settings are in the device's Settings app. In areas where GPS reception is not possible, such as tunnels, your location may not be accurate.

  • Page 31: What's On The Tomtom Navigation App Screen

    The map view is shown when you have no planned route. Your actual location is shown as soon as your Bridge 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 32 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 Bridge cannot find your location using GPS or other methods, the symbol appears grey.

  • Page 33: The Guidance View

    8. Traffic information. Select the traffic incident to display information about the traffic delay. Note: Traffic information is only available if your TomTom Bridge 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 34 When the navigation app starts after it was turned off and you have a route planned, you are shown the map view with your planned route. 1. Switch view button. Select the switch view button to change between the map view and the guidance view.

  • Page 35: The Route Bar

    Note: If your Bridge cannot find your location using GPS or other methods, the symbol appears grey. 8. Route bar. The route bar is shown when you have planned a route. Important: To see a wider route bar showing additional route information, change the setting Route Information.

  • Page 36: Distances And The Route Bar

    choose to see the current time if you switch the setting on. Note: To make the route bar more readable some incidents may not be shown. These incidents will always be of minor importance and only cause short delays. The route bar also shows status messages, for example Finding fastest route or Playing route preview.
  • Page 37 Select this button to clear or change your planned route. Current route Select this button to report a speed camera. Report Speed Camera 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 show your saved places.

  • Page 38: Other Buttons

    This symbol shows that your device is connected to TomTom services. This symbol shows that your device is not connected to TomTom services. Select this button to switch off voice instructions. You will no longer hear spoken route instructions but you will still hear information such as traffic information and warning sounds.

  • Page 39: Volume Control

    The navigation app continues to run when it is in the background, for example when you are using another app on the TomTom Bridge. If the navigation app is running in the background and you are driving on a planned route, you will continue to hear driving instructions.

  • Page 40: Traffic

    TomTom services. Important: If use your smartphone to connect to TomTom Services and you are outside of the area covered by your mobile data plan, you may be liable for extra roaming charges while using TomTom Services. Note: TomTom services are not available in all countries or regions, and not all services are available in all countries or regions.

  • Page 41: Looking At Traffic On The Map

    You can choose the information you see on the arrival information panel. Traffic status - if your Bridge isn't receiving any traffic information, a symbol showing traffic with a cross appears underneath the arrival information panel. The bar uses symbols to show the following information:...

  • Page 42: Looking At Traffic On Your Route

    Note: If your Bridge isn't receiving any traffic information, a symbol showing traffic with a cross appears underneath the arrival information panel.

  • Page 43: Traffic Incidents

    To get more information about an incident, select an incident in the route bar. The map opens zoomed in on the incident and a pop-up opens showing detailed information about the traffic incident. The information shown includes: The type of traffic incident - general, accident, road works, lane closure or weather such as ...

  • Page 44: Advanced Lane Guidance

    Unknown incident Roadworks Lane closure Road closure 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 and in the instruction panel.
  • Page 45 Important: The speed limit shown in the speed panel is only an indication. You must always obey the actual speed limit for the road you are on and the conditions you are driving in.

  • Page 46: Setting Your Vehicle Type

    Setting your vehicle type About My Vehicle Note: Route planning for a specific vehicle type is available only when a truck map is installed. If a truck map is not installed, a car route is planned instead. My Vehicle lets you choose the type of vehicle you are driving so that the route planned by your device is suitable for your vehicle.

  • Page 47: Viewing Route Restrictions

    Tip: For Bus and Truck vehicle types, the dimensions, weight and maximum speed are pre-set. Adjust the settings to match your vehicle's actual specifications. Important: Settings that are set at zero will not be used to determine restrictions when a route is planned.

  • Page 48: Using Quick Search

    Using Quick Search About search You use search to find a wide range of places and then navigate to them. You can search for the following:  A specific address, for example, 123 Oxford Street, London.  A partial address, for example, Oxford st Lon. A type of place, for example, petrol station or restaurant.
  • Page 49 Tip: If you press and hold a letter key on the keyboard, you get access to extra characters if they are available. For example, press and hold the letter "e" to access characters 3 e è é ê ë and more. You can search for a POI (Point of Interest) type, such as a restaurant or tourist attraction.

  • Page 50: Planning A Route To A Poi Using Online Search

    Important: In the interest of safety and to avoid distractions while you are driving, you should always plan a route before you start driving. Note: Searching online is only available on connected devices. To search online on your Bridge, you must be connected to TomTom services.
  • Page 51 The search results are shown in two columns. 2. 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. Tip: If you press and hold a letter key on the keyboard, you get access to extra characters if they are available.

  • Page 52: Entering Search Terms

    5. To see more information about the POI, select the POI on the map and then select the pop-up menu button. Select More Information on the pop-up menu. You see more information about the POI such as the phone number, full address and email. 6.
  • Page 53 Tip: Hide the device keyboard to show the whole search screen. 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...

  • Page 54: Working With Search Results

    Near destination When a route has been planned, you can select this option to use your destination as the centre for your search. Latitude Longitude Select this option to enter a pair of latitude longitude coordinates. 4. View button. Select this button to return to the map view guidance view.

  • Page 55: About Postcodes

    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 56: About Mapcodes

    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. You may get results from multiple countries if you enter a postcode for an area.
  • Page 57 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 Electrical car charging point(s) Rental car parking...
  • Page 58 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 Nightlife Leisure centre Sport Playing field Swimming pool...
  • Page 59 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 Ferry terminal Postcode Note: Not used in all countries.
  • Page 60 City centre...

  • Page 61: Planning A Route

    Planning a route Planning a route to an address using search 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 an address using search, do the following: 1.

  • Page 62: Planning A Route To A City Centre

    Tip: To see more results, hide the keyboard or swipe the results list to scroll it. Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 5. Select an address suggestion. 6.
  • Page 63 To plan a route to a city centre using search, do the following: 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 city or town you want to plan a route to. You can search for a town, city, or postcode.

  • Page 64: Planning A Route To A Poi Using Search

    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. 6. Select the city centre POI. The city centre location is shown on the map. 7.
  • Page 65 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 66: Planning A Route To A Poi Using Online Search

    Important: In the interest of safety and to avoid distractions while you are driving, you should always plan a route before you start driving. Note: Searching online is only available on connected devices. To search online on your Bridge, you must be connected to TomTom services.
  • Page 67 The search results are shown in two columns. 2. 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. Tip: If you press and hold a letter key on the keyboard, you get access to extra characters if they are available.

  • Page 68: Planning A Route Using The Map

    5. To see more information about the POI, select the POI on the map and then select the pop-up menu button. Select More Information on the pop-up menu. You see more information about the POI such as the phone number, full address and email. 6.

  • Page 69: Planning A Route Using My Places

    2. When you have found your destination on the map, select it by pressing and holding the screen for about one second. A pop-up menu shows the nearest address. 3. To plan a route to this destination, select the drive button: A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins.
  • Page 70 2. Select My Places. 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 Place, select the drive button: A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins.

  • Page 71: Planning A Route Using Coordinates

    W 0 08.569 Note: The bar below the coordinates goes red if you enter coordinates that are not recognised by your Bridge. 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 72: Planning A Route Using A Mapcode

    8. To plan a route to this destination, select the drive button: A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, 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 73: Finding An Alternative Route

    A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, 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 74 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 location you want to use as a starting point. 4.

  • Page 75: Finding A Car Park

    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. Changing the starting point into a stop 1. Select the starting point on the route in the map view. 2.
  • Page 76 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 77: Finding A Petrol Station

    A pop-up menu opens on the map showing the name of the car park. 4. To plan a route to your chosen car park, select the drive button: A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
  • Page 78 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 79 4. To plan a route to your chosen petrol station, select the drive button: A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically. Tip: You can add a petrol station as a stop on your route by using the pop-up menu. A petrol station that is a stop on your route has a blue icon.

  • Page 80: Changing Your Route

    Changing your route The Current Route Menu When you have planned a route, select the Current Route button in the Main Menu to open the Current Route Menu. The following buttons are available in the Current Route Menu: Clear Route Select this button to clear the currently planned route.

  • Page 81: Avoiding A Blocked Road

    Add to My Routes If you plan a new route that has not already been saved, you see this button. Select this button to save this route as part of your My Routes list. Save Changes to If you make a change to a Route, you see this button.

  • Page 82: Types Of Route

    3. Select the new route by selecting the time balloon. 4. Select Let's go. Guidance to your destination resumes avoiding the blocked road. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically. Types of route Select Change Route Type to change the type of route planned to your current destination. Your route is recalculated using the new route type.

  • Page 83: Adding A Stop To Your Route Using The Map

    Adding a stop to your route using the map 1. Press the switch view button to show the map. Your complete route is shown on the map. 2. Zoom in on the map, then press and hold to select a location. 3.

  • Page 84: My Routes

    My Routes About My Routes My Routes provides an easy way to create saved routes with optional stops, sometimes known as an itinerary. You can use My Routes to save, retrieve and edit routes. You may want to use My Routes in one or more of the following situations: While working - Your job involves driving several routes with multiple stops on a daily basis.

  • Page 85: Adding A Stop To A Saved Route Using The Map

    2. Select a route from your list. The route is shown on the map view. 3. To navigate to the start of the saved route, select Drive. The starting point of the saved route is converted to your first stop and then the route is planned.

  • Page 86: Deleting A Route From My Routes

    3. Select the pop-menu button to open the menu. 4. Select Manage Stops. 5. Select Add Stop to Route. 6. Select your new stop on the map. Tip: If you know the name of your new stop, you can use Search to select your stop instead of using the map.

  • Page 87: Voice Control (Speak&Go)

    Note: Voice control is only available when your TomTom Bridge is in the dock and the microphone is connected. Instead of selecting items on the screen to control your TomTom Bridge, you can use your voice to control your Bridge.

  • Page 88: The Voice Control Screen

    Main menu, then select Voice control and then select Which commands can I say?. 2. The status of voice control on your Bridge. You can speak when your Bridge says "I'm listening" and you see the microphone symbol in the left corner.

  • Page 89: Some Tips For Using Voice Control

    Some tips for using voice control You can help your Bridge understand what you are saying by following these tips: Mount your Bridge about an arm's length in front of you, away from speakers or air vents.  Reduce background noise such as voices or the radio. If there is excessive road noise, you may ...

  • Page 90: Saying Commands In Different Ways

    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 Bridge repeats what you say and asks for confirmation.

  • Page 91: Going To A Poi Using Voice Control

    The voice control screen is shown and your Bridge says "I'm listening". When voice control is ready to listen, you see a microphone icon in the bottom left corner and you hear a beep. 2. Say the command "Drive home".
  • Page 92 3. If the command is correct, say "Yes." If the command is incorrect, say "No" and repeat the command after you hear "I'm listening". The volume on your Bridge changes to 50%. Tip: To stop voice control, say "Cancel". To go back one step, say "Back".

  • Page 93: Speed Cameras

    Important: If you are outside of the area covered by your mobile data plan, you may be liable for extra roaming charges while using TomTom Services. Note: TomTom services are not available in all countries or regions, and not all services are available in all countries or regions. For more information on available services in each region, go to tomtom.com/services.
  • Page 94 Symbol shown on Symbol shown in Description route bar Mobile speed camera - this type of camera checks the speed of passing vehicles and can be moved to different locations. Mobile speed camera hotspots - this type of warning shows places where mobile cameras are often used.

  • Page 95: Changing The Way You Are Warned

    Changing the way you are warned To change the way the navigation app warns you about speed cameras, select the Sounds and Warnings button in the Settings Menu. You can then set how you want to be warned for the different types of cameras and safety hazards. You can change settings for whether you want to be warned, never warned or warned only if you are speeding.

  • Page 96: Confirm Or Remove A Mobile Speed Camera

    When connected to TomTom services, all camera updates for fixed and mobile camera locations are received in real time. You do not need to do anything to receive updates – they are sent to your...

  • Page 97: Danger Zones

     zone. Information about the location of zones is continually updated by TomTom and other users and frequently sent to the navigation app so that you always have the latest information. You can also contribute by reporting new risk zone locations.

  • Page 98: Changing The Way You Are Warned

    Symbol shown on Symbol shown in Description route bar Danger zone - this type of warning is only given in France. You are warned at the start and end of the danger zone. Risk zone - this type of warning is only given in France.

  • Page 99: Updating Locations For Danger Zones And Risk Zones

    The locations of danger zones and risk zones can change frequently. New zones can also appear without warning. When connected to TomTom services, all zone updates are received in real time. You do not need to do anything to receive updates – they are sent to your navigation app automatically.

  • Page 100: My Places

    My Places About My Places My Places provides an easy way to select a location without the need to search for the location each time. You can use My Places to create a collection of useful addresses. The following items are always in My Places: ...

  • Page 101: Changing Your Home Location

    Setting your home location using the map 1. In the View, move the map and zoom in until you can see your home location. 2. Select the location by pressing and holding the screen for about one second. A pop-up menu shows the nearest address. 1.

  • Page 102: Adding A Location From My Places

    Adding a location from My Places 1. In the Main Menu, select My Places. 2. Select Add a new place. 3. To select a 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 103: Adding A Location To My Places By Marking

    Your TomTom Bridge uses .OV2 files for POI collections. To import an .OV2 file to your TomTom Bridge, do the following steps: 1. Connect the TomTom Bridge to your computer using the USB cable supplied with your device, then switch your device on.
  • Page 104 USB hub or USB port on a keyboard or monitor. 2. On your computer, open a file manager program. Your device appears in your computer's files system as TomTom Bridge. 3. Open your device's Internal Storage folder, then open the Locations folder.

  • Page 105: Settings

    Settings My Vehicle Note: Route planning for a specific vehicle type is available only when a truck map is installed. If a truck map is not installed, a car route is planned instead. Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select My Vehicle. On this screen, you can set your vehicle type and dimensions.

  • Page 106: Display

    Automatic map view switching  By default, automatic changing of views is on. This means, for example, that your Bridge shows the map view when an alternative route is being suggested, along with several other sets of circumstances. Also, for example, that your Bridge shows the guidance view when you start driving and you start to accelerate.
  • Page 107 Select Route information to change the route information you see on the route bar. Show current time Select this setting to show the current time in the guidance view. When switched on, the current time is shown at the bottom of the route bar.

  • Page 108: Guidance View

    Tip: To find out where the different panels are in the guidance view or map view, see What's on screen. Route Information You can choose to see any of the following in the route bar:  Parking Select this setting to see car parks and parking. Petrol stations ...

  • Page 109: Voices

    French street names but pronunciation may not be completely accurate. Voice Control Note: Voice control is only available when your TomTom Bridge is in the dock and the microphone is connected. Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Voice Control.

  • Page 110: Maps

    Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Route Planning. 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: ...

  • Page 111: Sounds And Warnings

    Sounds and Warnings Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Sounds & Warnings. On this screen, you can change the sounds and warnings settings. Warning type Warning type You can choose the type of warnings you want to hear when you are driving: Read-aloud warnings ...

  • Page 112: Units

    GPS, select Automatic. Language The language used on the TomTom Bridge is also used on the apps installed on the device. For example, the language used for buttons and menus in the navigation app is the same as the language you selected in your device settings.

  • Page 113: Getting Help

    This is an information screen rather than a setting and shows you information about your TomTom Bridge. You may be asked to go to this screen during a call to TomTom Customer Support or you may need to enter information taken from this screen when using the TomTom...
  • Page 114 External Camera App...

  • Page 115: Using The External Camera App

    This section explains how to use the External Camera app. Important: For other settings and operation instructions for the TomTom Bridge, and for instruc- tions about other apps installed on the TomTom Bridge, please refer to the applicable User Documentation.
  • Page 116 TomTom Music App...

  • Page 117: Using The Tomtom Music App

    TomTom Bridge. Depending on the TomTom Bridge configuration, the music app can be started from one of the following places on your Bridge: The Music app widget on the home screen.

  • Page 118: Addendum

    Safety messages Use with care Use of TomTom products while driving still means that you need to drive with due care and attention. Your device is intended to serve as a driving aid and is not a substitute for driving with due care and attention.
  • Page 119 ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS AND ALWAYS KEPT SEPARATE FROM HOUSEHOLD WASTE. BY DOING THIS YOU WILL HELP CONSERVE THE ENVIRONMENT. USE YOUR TOMTOM DEVICE ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED DC POWER LEAD (CAR CHARGER/BATTERY CABLE), AC ADAPTER (HOME CHARGER), IN AN APPROVED CRADLE OR USING THE SUPPLIED USB CABLE TO CONNECT TO A COMPUTER FOR BATTERY CHARGING.
  • Page 120 Devices that do not have a GPRS module are labelled with: Model numbers: 4FI72, 4FI73 R&TTE directive Hereby, TomTom declares that TomTom products and accessories are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EU Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity can be found here: tomtom.com/legal.
  • Page 121 GSM/GPRS 900/1800 WCDMA 2100/900 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 122 The information in this document 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 contains information protected by copyright.

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