TomTom GPS Receiver GO GPS User Manual

TomTom GO  
 
Included with TomTom GO 720T and 920T  
gRDS-TMC Traffic Receiver  
Included with TomTom GO 920 and 920T  
hRemote control  
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2. Before You Start...  
Before You Start...  
Switching on and off  
To switch your TomTom GO on or off, press and hold the On/Off button for 2  
seconds. The first time you switch on, it may take a short while for your device  
to start.  
Note: In rare cases, your GO may not start correctly. If this happens, press the  
reset button, then switch on the device again.  
Setting up  
To set up your TomTom GO you need to answer a few questions by tapping  
the screen.  
Important: Take care to select the correct language, since the language you  
choose will be used for all menus and written instructions.  
Battery notes  
We recommend that you fully charge your TomTom GO the first time that you  
connect it to the home dock. It takes up to 2 hours to charge the battery  
completely.  
When you place your GO in the Home Dock, you are asked if you wish to  
connect to the computer. If you select No, the device will switch off if you do  
not tap the screen for three minutes. This happens so that the battery can  
recharge at a faster rate.  
For information on connecting your computer, see Using TomTom HOME  
Note: Your TomTom GO uses a small amount of battery power to remember  
the last screen being shown when the device is switched off.  
If you do not charge your GO for a prolonged period of time, the next time you  
start your GO it will show the default starting screen. All other device settings  
will still be maintained.  
Improving reception  
If your TomTom GO takes longer than 5 minutes to find your current position,  
make sure that the device is in an open space away from tall objects such as  
buildings or trees.  
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When you connect your TomTom GO to your computer, you can use  
TomTom HOME to download information about GPS satellite positions during  
the next 7 days. This helps your GO to find your position faster.  
Important: Some vehicles have heat reflective shielding in the windscreen.  
This may prevent your GO from locating your current position.  
The TomTom External Antenna Kit (available for purchase as an accessory)  
can help to improve reception.  
Windshield Holder  
Use the windshield holder to install your TomTom GO inside your car.  
To attach the holder, press the suction cup firmly to the windshield in your car,  
in an area of the windshield where the glass is flat.  
Make sure that both the holder and your windshield are clean and dry before  
you attach the holder. Place the holder so that it does not interfere with your  
view of the road.  
Home Dock  
The home dock is used for charging your TomTom GO when it is not in the car  
and for connecting your GO to your computer.  
When connected to your computer, you can use TomTom HOME to manage  
your GO. For information about TomTom HOME, see Using TomTom HOME  
Take care of your TomTom GO  
Never leave your TomTom GO or accessories in view when you leave the car  
or they may become an easy target for thieves.  
You can set a password for your TomTom GO which must be entered every  
time you start your GO. For more information, see Using TomTom HOME (89).  
It is important to take care of your GO.  
• Your GO is not designed for use in extreme temperatures and any such  
exposure may cause permanent damage.  
• Do not open the casing of your GO under any circumstances. Doing so may  
be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.  
• Wipe or dry the screen of your GO using a soft cloth. Do not use any liquid  
cleaners.  
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