TomTom BRIDGE User Manual
Contents Welcome to the TomTom BRIDGE 5 The TomTom BRIDGE 6 Starting the TomTom BRIDGE .................................................................................... 7 Using gestures ...................................................................................................... 9 Apps on the TomTom BRIDGE .................................................................................. 11 Connecting the TomTom BRIDGE .........................................................................
Advanced Lane Guidance ................................................................................... 48 Time-dependent speed limits.............................................................................. 48 Using Quick Search .............................................................................................. 50 About search .................................................................................................. 50 Planning a route to a POI using search ......................
Changing the way you are warned ....................................................................... 113 Reporting a new safety camera .......................................................................... 113 Confirm or remove a speed trap ......................................................................... 114 Updating locations for cameras and hazards .......................................................... 114 My Places ......................................................................
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: The The The The TomTom TomTom TomTom TomTom BRIDGE Navigation app Camera app Music app Important: For other settings and operation instructions for the TomTom BRIDGE, and for instructions about other apps installed on the TomTom BRIDGE, please refer to the applicable User Documentation.
The TomTom BRIDGE 6
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. Note: The TomTom navigation app home screen shown below is an example. The home screen on the TomTom navigation app might look different and have different apps installed. 1. An app running as a widget.
Shortcut button to open the Software update app. This app lets you update the TomTom navigation app to the latest software version. 7. Status bar. Touch this area to show app notifications and the device status.
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. Drag Put one finger on the screen and move it across the screen. Example of when to use this: Scrolling a screen. Flick Flick the tip of a single finger across the screen.
Tap or select Tap a single finger on the screen. Example of when to use this: Selecting an item in a menu, or opening an item.
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. Specialized apps could be added by the device owner, and TomTom has also added apps. Note: The TomTom BRIDGE might be secured to prevent you making changes. You can find other apps on the device by scrolling to the right. To see all the apps on the device, select All apps.
Connecting the TomTom BRIDGE About connecting TomTom BRIDGE TomTom BRIDGE connects to the internet using your smartphone so you can use the installed apps and access TomTom services. Using your smartphone to connect means that data is sent and received by your smartphone using your cellular service provider. Your smartphone needs to be compatible with TomTom BRIDGE, and you must have a data plan from a cellular service provider. Go to tomtom.com/connect for more information.
14. 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. Your TomTom BRIDGE connects to TomTom services using your phone's internet connection. TomTom services are now active. The Bluetooth symbol in the Android Status Bar shows that Bluetooth is switched on.
Your TomTom BRIDGE will remember your phone and will find it automatically when you have Bluetooth tethering or Portable Wi-Fi hotspot switched on and you are in range of your device. If you have a valid TomTom services subscription, the service starts automatically. On the TomTom BRIDGE Status bar, check that the TomTom BRIDGE is connected to the internet. If you want to connect using another phone, you must connect using Bluetooth or connect using Portable Wi-Fi hotspot for that phone.
Features on the TomTom BRIDGE The TomTom BRIDGE uses the Android operating system. TomTom and the device owner have changed the operating system in the following ways: Certain Android features have been disabled, either by TomTom or by the device owner. This makes the device safer and easier to use while driving. Some new features and apps have been added, both by TomTom and by the device owner. These additions customize the device, making it relevant for the functions it will be used for.
Note: You cannot use the mount to connect your device to your computer. 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. 2. On your computer, open a file manager program. Your TomTom navigation app appears in your computer's file system as TomTom Bridge. 3. Open the TomTom navigation app Internal Storage folder. 4.
Note: Software updates can only be downloaded using a Wi-Fi connection. To update the software on the device, do the following: 1. Select the Home button. 2. Select the Settings app. 3. In Wireless and networks, select Wi-Fi. Select and connect to a Wi-Fi network. 4. Select the Home button. 5. Select the Software update app. Your device automatically downloads and installs the software update. Note: You may have to restart the device to install the software update.
An available space is highlighted a different color when the app or widget is dragged over it. Tip: You can only move an 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. Select and hold the app or widget that you want to resize for 2 seconds, then release. The app or widget changes color and you see a trash can icon and four resize spots.
2. Select and drag a resize spot to make the app or widget larger or smaller. Tip: The shape you choose for the app or widget depends on the information you want to see. For example, you might choose to make the External Camera widget the size of half the display to make the camera image easier to see. Deleting an app or widget To delete an app or widget from the home or apps screen, do the following: 1. Select and hold the app or widget that you want to delete for 2 seconds, then release.
Tip: Open the Gallery app on your TomTom navigation app to view the screenshots you have made. 3. Connect your TomTom navigation app to your computer and transfer the screenshots. The screenshots are in the pictures folder in the TomTom navigation app Internal Storage. Screen locking When using your TomTom BRIDGE, certain apps or features may be locked. The features that are locked and the reasons for doing so are at the discretion of the device owner.
Language The language used on the TomTom BRIDGE is also used in the apps installed on the device. To change the device language, do the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the Home button. Select the Settings app. Select Language & input, then select Language. Select the language you want, then select OK. Your device language changes.
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.
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 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. When the battery is empty, the device goes into sleep mode. Note: Charging your TomTom BRIDGE using your computer is not recommended. The voltage output of computer USB ports varies by manufacturer.
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. If this does not solve the problem, you can reset the device. To do this, press and hold the On/Off button until your device begins to restart.
Caring for your TomTom navigation app 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 void the warranty. Wipe or dry the screen of your device using a soft cloth. Do not use any liquid cleaners.
Online Reference Guide When you have access to a Wi-Fi connection, you can open the Reference Guide for your TomTom BRIDGE on the device. The language of the Reference Guide is the same as the language you selected in your device settings. The Online Reference Guide button is on the Home screen or the All apps screen. If a Reference Guide is not available in your device language, the English-language Reference Guide is opened.
Getting help You can get further help by going to tomtom.com/support. For warranty and privacy information, go to tomtom.com/legal.
TomTom Navigation App 28
Welcome to navigation with TomTom This Section explains how you use the TomTom Navigation app. Important: For other TomTom BRIDGE settings and operation instructions, and for instructions about other apps installed on TomTom BRIDGE, please refer to the applicable User Documentation. The navigation app is installed on the device, either as an app that you have to open, or as a software widget on the Home screen.
About TomTom services TomTom services give you real-time information about traffic and speed cameras on your route. To help avoid traffic delays and get you to your destination quicker, you can even use TomTom services on the routes you drive every day. To get TomTom Services on TomTom BRIDGE, connect 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.
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. Important: The navigation app cannot give you route instructions until it has received location data.
What's on the TomTom Navigation app screen The map view The map view is shown when you have no planned route. Your actual location is shown as soon as your device 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.
If you have planned a route, your complete route is shown on the map. You can add stops to your route directly from the map. When you start to drive, the guidance view is shown. 1. Back button. This button returns the map to an overview of your whole route or, if no route is planned, moves the map to put your current location at the center. 2. Switch view button. Select the switch view button to change between the map view and the guidance view.
Your home location. You can set your home location in My Places. A stop on your route. A location saved in My Places. Select a map symbol to open the pop-up menu, then select the menu button to see a list of actions you can take. Traffic information. Select the traffic incident to display information about the traffic delay. 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. Safety cameras on your route.
When your navigation device starts after sleeping and you have a route planned, you are shown the guidance view with your current location. 1. Switch view button. Select the switch view button to change between the map view and the guidance view. 2. Zoom buttons. Select the zoom buttons to zoom in and out. Tip: On some devices you can also pinch to zoom in and out. 3. Instruction panel. This panel shows the following information: The direction of your next turn. The distance to your next turn.
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 navigation app cannot find your location the symbol appears gray. 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 for Route Information. The route bar The route bar is shown when you have planned a route.
For a complete list of incident types, see Traffic incidents. The bottom of the route bar represents your current location and shows the distance to the next incident on your route. In addition, you can choose to see the current time if you turn 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.
Search Select this button to search for an address, a place or a Point of Interest, then plan a route to that location. Drive Home 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 to Work Select this button to drive to your work location. If this button is not included in your main menu, go to My Places to set up your work location.
My Places Select this button to show your saved places. My Routes Select this button to show your saved routes. Voice Recognition Select this button to start voice recognition. Tip: You can also say the wake-up phrase to start voice recognition. Parking Gas Station Select this button to find parking lots/garages. Select this button to find gas stations.
Report Safety Camera Start Recording Select this button to report a safety camera. Select this button to start or stop recording a track. Other buttons On the map or guidance view, select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. The following buttons are available in the Main Menu screen, in addition to the navigation buttons: Select this button to open the Settings Menu. Select this button to open the Help Menu. The Help Menu contains a guided tour and information about the navigation app.
Select this button to return to the map view or guidance view. This symbol shows that your device is connected to TomTom services. This symbol shows that your device is not connected to TomTom services. This button shows that you will hear voice instructions. Select the 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. Tip: You can select the types of instructions you want to hear.
Select and slide the volume control to change the volume of voice instructions and warnings. If the voice instructions are turned off, the volume control will still change the volume of the warnings. Running in the background 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.
Traffic About TomTom Traffic TomTom Traffic is a unique TomTom service providing real-time traffic information. For more information about TomTom services, go to tomtom.com/services. In combination with IQ Routes, TomTom Traffic helps you plan the optimum route to your destination taking into account the current local traffic conditions and the weather. Your navigation app regularly receives information about the changing traffic conditions.
The arrival information panel shows the following information: The estimated time that you will arrive at your destination. The length of time to drive to the destination from your current location. A parking button is shown near the destination flag when parking is available near your destination. 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.
Tip: Select an incident on the map to see more detailed information. 1. Traffic incident that affects your route in your direction of travel. A symbol or number at the start of the incident shows the type of incident or the delay in minutes, for example 5 minutes. The color 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.
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 type of traffic incident – general, accident, roadwork, lane closure or weather such as heavy rain or snow. The severity of the incident - slow traffic, traffic lining up or stationary traffic. The delay time. The length of the incident.
Snow Ice Approaching a traffic jam warning A warning is given as you approach a traffic jam. You are warned in several ways: A warning symbol is shown in the route bar. The route bar zooms in to the start of the traffic jam. Your distance to the start of the traffic jam is shown in the route bar. The color of the road on the route bar changes to orange or red, depending on the severity of 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. 2. Select the pop-up menu button. 3. Select Avoid. A new route is found that avoids the traffic jam. Advanced Lane Guidance Note: Lane guidance is not available for all intersections or in all countries.
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.
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, 335 Madison Avenue, New York. A partial address, for example, Madison Ave NY. A type of place, for example, gas station or restaurant. A place by name, for example, Starbucks. A ZIP code, for example, 36925 York for York, Alabama. A city to navigate to a city center, for example, Kingston, NY.
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. Alternatively, you can search for a specific POI, for example "Rosie's Pizzeria." Note: When searching, the whole map is searched.
Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 5. Select a POI type or an individual POI. If you selected a POI type, select a POI. The location is shown on the map. 6. 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. 7.
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. 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.
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. 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.
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 they are available. For example, press and hold the letter "e" to access characters 3 e è é ê ë and more. Tip: To edit, select a word you have already typed to place the cursor.
Along route When a route has been planned, you can select this option to search along your route for a specific type of location, for example, gas stations. When prompted, enter the type of location and then select it in the right-hand column to carry out the search. Near destination When a route has been planned, you can select this option to use your destination as the center for your search. Latitude Longitude Select this option to enter a pair of latitude longitude coordinates. 4. View button.
Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 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.
If you show the result 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. About ZIP codes You can search using a ZIP code to get closer to the area in which you want to find an address or POI.
Court house ATM Legal - Attorneys Bank Legal - other services Food services Convenience store Fast food restaurant Restaurant Chinese restaurant Accommodation Hotel or motel Luxury hotel Campground Economy chain hotel Emergency services Hospital or clinic Dentist Police station Veterinarian Doctor Fire station Car-related services Outside parking Gas station 59
Parking garage Car wash Car dealer Vehicle inspection center Rental car facility Electric/hybrid 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 center Beauty services Tourist information office Shop College or university School Education 60
Library Convention center Casino Winery Theater Tourist attraction Movie Theater Zoo Concert hall Amusement park Museum Exhibition center Opera Cultural center Nightlife Leisure center Leisure Children's Farm Sport Sports Park Swimming pool Mountain peak Water sports 61
Beach Tennis court Park or recreation area Ice skating rink Yacht basin or marina Sports center Stadium Golf course Church Place of worship Railroad station Mountain pass Airport Scenic or panoramic view Ferry terminal ZIP code Religion Travel Note: Not used in all countries.
Rest area Truck stop 63
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. 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: To search for a specific city you can use the city's state code or ZIP code. For example, searching for York will return many results. If you search for York AL or York 36925 then that city will be at the top of the results. You can then search in the city. Note: When searching, the whole map is searched. 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 done, for example, to being along the route or in a city. 4.
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. You can enter a new house number, or you can select Drive/Ride to drive to the nearest house number. 7. 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.
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 ZIP code. Tip: To search for a specific city you can use the city's state code or ZIP code. For example, searching for York will return many results. If you search for York AL or York 36925 then that city will be at the top of the results. You can then search in the city. Tip: When searching, the whole map is searched.
The city name is shown in the right side of the search input box, and the city center POI is shown below in the right-hand column. 6. Select the city center POI. The city center location is shown on the map. 7. 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.
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. 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.
4. As you type, suggestions based on what you have entered are shown in columns. You can continue typing or select a suggestion. 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 a POI type or an individual POI. If you selected a POI type, select a POI. The location is shown on the map. 6.
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. 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. Tip: You can save a route using My Routes.
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. 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. Select More Information on the pop-up menu.
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. Tip: You can save a route using My Routes.
3. Select the SHARE button to show the share options. 4. Select Navigation. The Navigation app starts, and the search screen opens with the keyboard showing. The selected text appears at the top of the screen, and the search suggestions based on the selected text are shown in columns. 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 an address suggestion and enter the house number if you have one and haven't entered it already. 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. You can enter a new house number, or you can select Drive to drive to the nearest house number. 6. Select Drive.
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. 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 Drive/Ride, depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins.
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. 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. Tip: You can save a route using My Routes.
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. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically.
1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Search. The search screen opens with the keyboard showing. 3. Select the type of search button to the right of the search box. 4. Select Latitude Longitude. 5. Type in your pair of coordinates. You can enter any of these coordinate types: Decimal values, for example: N 40.75773 W 73.985708 40.75773, -73.985708 Tip: For decimal values you don't have to use a letter to indicate the latitude and longitude.
The location is shown on the map. 8. 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.
Tip: You can switch between seeing the results on the map or in a list by selecting the list/map button: 5. Select a suggestion for your destination. 6. 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.
Guidance to your destination begins. As soon as you start driving, the guidance view is shown automatically. Note: There are two other ways of finding alternative routes: 1. Select Current Route in the Main Menu, followed by Find Alternative. 2. If your device has voice control, say "Find alternative." 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.
A pop-up menu shows a list of options. 7. Select Use as Starting Point. 8. Repeat the search steps to choose your destination, and then select Drive/Ride in the pop-up menu. Your route is planned using your chosen starting point and destination. The estimated trip time is shown at the top of the route bar. Tip: Stops, POIs, Places and the destination can all be selected as starting points using their pop-up menus. Tip: You can save the route in My Routes. 9.
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. Select the starting point on the route in the map view. 2. Select the pop-up menu button. A pop-up menu shows a list of options. 3. Select Change to a Stop. Your route is replanned with the starting point changed into a stop.
The map opens showing the locations of parking lots. If a route is planned, the map shows parking lots near your destination. If a route isn't planned, the map shows parking lots near your current location. You can change the screen to show a list of parking lots by pressing this button: You can select a parking lot from the list to locate it on the map. 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. 3. Select a parking lot from the map or the list. A pop-up menu opens on the map showing the name of the parking lot. 4. Select Drive/Ride, depending on which device you are using. A route is planned and then guidance to your destination begins.
1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Gas Station. The map opens showing the locations of gas stations. If a route is planned, the map shows gas stations along your route. If a route isn't planned, the map shows gas stations near your current location. You can change the screen to show a list of gas stations by pressing this button: You can select a gas station from the list to locate it on the map.
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. 3. Select a gas station from the map or the list.
A pop-up menu opens on the map showing the name of the gas 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. Tip: You can add a gas station as a stop on your route by using the pop-up menu. A gas station that is a stop on your route has a blue icon.
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: Clear Route / Clear Track Skip Next Stop Find Alternative Select this button to clear the currently planned route or track. The Current Route Menu closes and you return to the map view. Select this button to skip the next stop on your route.
Avoid Blocked Road Select this button to avoid an unexpected obstacle that is blocking the road on your route. Avoid Part of Route Select this button to avoid part of a route. Avoid Toll Roads and More Select this button to avoid some types of route features that are on your currently planned route. These include ferries, toll roads and unpaved roads. You can also avoid route features using the route bar.
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 Route If you make a change to a My Route, you see this button. Select this button to save the changes. Change Route Type Reorder Stops Drive to Route or Track Select this button to change the type of route used to plan your route. Your route will be recalculated using the new route type.
Drive to Starting Point On the Current Track menu, select this button to plan a route to the starting point of the track. The starting point is converted to a stop. For more information, see Navigating using a track. Play Route or Track Preview Select this button to watch a preview of your planned route or track. Stop Route or Track Preview Select this button to stop the preview of your planned route or track.
1. Select the Main Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Current Route. 3. Select Avoid Part of Route. A screen opens showing a list of the sections that comprise your current route. 4. Select the section of the route that you want to avoid. A preview shows you the section you have chosen on the map. 5. Select Avoid. A new route is found that avoids your chosen route section. The new route is shown on the map view.
Route features You can choose to avoid some features that are on your currently planned route. You can avoid the following route features: 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.
2. 3. 4. 5. Zoom in on the map, then press and hold to select a location. Select the pop-up menu button. Select Use in Route. Select Add to Current Route. Your route is recalculated to include your stop. Deleting a stop from your route 1. Press the switch view button to show the map. Your complete route is shown on the map. 2. In the route bar, press the stop you want to delete. The map zooms in to the stop and shows a pop-up menu.
My Routes About My Routes My Routes provides an easy way to save and retrieve routes and tracks. 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. Your routes can change and you need to be flexible and be able to change the order of your stops or change the planned route. While on vacation - You are going on vacation and want to plan and save a route.
3. Select the pop-up menu button to open the menu. 4. Select Manage Route. 5. Select Add to My Routes. The name of the route is shown in the edit screen. 6. Edit the name of the route so that you can easily recognize it. 7. Select Add to save your route in the My Routes list. Tip: You can also save a route using the Add to My Routes button in the Current Route menu. Navigating using a saved route To navigate using a previously saved route, do the following: 1. In the Main Menu, select My Routes. 2.
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. When the pop-up menu opens, select Change to a Stop. Alternatively, select Drive to Route or Ride to Route in the Current Route menu.
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. Guidance to your destination begins. 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. When the pop-up menu opens, select Change to a Stop. Alternatively, select Drive to Route or Ride to Route in the Current Route menu.
Tip: If you know the name of your new stop, you can use Search to select your stop instead of using the map. 7. Select the Add Stop button to add this location as a stop. Your route is recalculated to include your stop. Tip: To update the saved route in your My Routes list with the changes, select the route on the map, then select Save Changes to Route in the pop-up menu. Deleting a route or a track from My Routes 1. 2. 3. 4. In the Main Menu, select My Routes. Select Edit List.
Recording and sharing routes About GPX and ITN files GPX files (GPS exchange format) GPX files contain a very detailed recording of where you have been on your track, including any off-road locations. GPX files become tracks after import. Using GPX files There are several things you can do with your GPX file: Use a tool such as Tyre Pro to view your track file. Export to a memory card or directly to your computer, then use your computer to view the file using software such as Google Earth.
2. Use the file explorer app's send or share function to select the TomTom Navigation app. 3. The TomTom Navigation app imports the route or track. 4. When the route or track is successfully imported, select OK. You can find your route or track in My Routes. Recording a track 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 or view it using tools such as Tyre Pro.
Voice control (Speak & Go) About voice control Note: Voice control is only available when your TomTom BRIDGE is in the dock, the dock has power, 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 TomTom navigation app. You can use voice control to control many of the navigation features on your TomTom navigation app, or to change settings.
3. Enter your wake-up phrase using the keyboard. Your phrase should have at least three syllables. Don't use a phrase that you often say or hear. The indicator shows how good your phrase is: Red means your phrase won't work. Orange means your phrase might work. Green means your phrase is good. 4. Select Hear it to listen to your wake-up phrase. 5. Select Done then Yes to save your wake-up phrase. Your new wake-up phrase is ready to use. Start Voice Control and try it. The voice control screen 1.
3. The microphone symbol shows you when you can speak: This symbol shows you that voice control is ready to listen. Speak when you hear the beep. This symbol shows you that voice control is busy. 4. The microphone monitor. While you are speaking the microphone monitor shows how well voice control can hear your voice: A light blue bar means voice control can hear your voice. A red bar means your voice is too loud for voice control to recognize individual words.
"Add current location to My Places" "Clear route" "What's the next instruction?" Searching for a specific POI "Find Starbucks" Device settings "Volume 70%", "Volume up", and "Volume down" "Mute", and "Sound on" "Instructions on", and "Instructions off" "Day colors", and "Night colors" "2D view", and "3D view" "Zoom in", and "Zoom out" Saying commands in different ways Your TomTom navigation app recognizes many more words than just the ones you see in the list of commands, so try some
You can also say the name of a place or a city center. Your TomTom navigation app repeats what you say and asks for confirmation. Important: Say "number one" or "number two" and not "one " or "two" when selecting an item from a list such as a house number. 7. If the address or location is correct, say "Yes." If the address or location is incorrect, say "No" and repeat the address after you hear "I'm listening.
Tip: Say "All commands" to see a list of commands you can say. Alternatively, select Help in the Main menu, then select Voice control and then select Which commands can I say?. For some commands, voice control repeats what you say and asks for confirmation. If a route is planned, a list of gas stations along your route is shown. If a route isn't planned, a list of gas stations near your current location is shown. 3. Say the number of the gas station you want to use, for example, "number three.
Safety Cameras About safety cameras The Safety Cameras service warns you about the following camera locations: Fixed safety camera locations. Speed trap locations. Speed trap hotspots. Average safety camera locations. Speed enforcement zones. Red light camera locations. Traffic restriction cameras. The Safety Cameras service also warns you about the following safety hazards: Accident blackspot locations. Traffic jams.
Symbol shown on map Symbol shown in route bar Description Speed trap - this type of camera checks the speed of passing vehicles and can be moved to different locations. Speed trap hotspots - this type of warning shows places where speed traps are often used. Average speed cameras - these types of cameras measure your average speed between two points. You are warned at the start and end of the average speed zone.
Changing the way you are warned To change the way you are warned about safety 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. For example, to change how you are warned when you approach a safety camera, do the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. Select Sounds & Warnings in the Settings Menu.
2. Select Report Safety Camera. You see a message thanking you for adding the camera. Tip: If you make a mistake when reporting a camera, select Cancel in the message. The safety camera is saved on your device automatically, and is also sent to other users. Confirm or remove a speed trap You can confirm the presence of a speed trap or remove a speed trap if it is no longer present. Just after you pass a speed trap, in the route bar you are asked if the camera was still there.
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 or favorite addresses. Tip: The terms "favorite" and "place" mean the same thing - favorites are places that you go to often. The following items are always in My Places: Home - Your home location can be your home address or somewhere you often visit. This feature provides an easy way to navigate there.
Zoom in on the map at the location you want to select. Press and hold to select the location, then select the home or work location symbol. Select the Search button and search for a location. Select a location to set as home or work. Select Set home location or Set work location. Setting your home or work location using the map 1. In the Map View, move the map and zoom in until you can see your home or work location. 2. Select the location by pressing and holding the screen for about one second.
Changing your home location using the map 1. In the Map View, move the map and zoom in until you can see your new 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. Open the pop-up menu and select Add to My Places. 2. In the name bar, enter the name "Home". Note: "Home" must have a capital letter H. 3. Select Add. Your home location is changed to the new location. Adding a location from My Places 1.
3. Select the pop-up menu button. 4. Select Add to My Places. The name of the location is shown in the edit screen. 5. Edit the name of the location so you can easily recognize it. 6. Select Done to save your location in the My Places list. The location you added is shown with a marker on the map. Adding a location to My Places using search 1. 2. 3. 4. In the Main Menu, select Search. Search for a location. Select the location then select Show on map.
5. Select Delete. Deleting a location from My Places 1. 2. 3. 4. In the Main Menu, select My Places. Select Edit List. Select the locations you want to delete. Select Delete. Importing a POI list You can find collections of POIs on the internet and upload these POI collections to My Places by transferring the files to your device.
Settings Appearance Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Appearance. On this screen, you can change these settings: Display Select Display to change the appearance of the display. Route bar Select Route bar to change the information you see in the route bar. Guidance view Select Guidance view to change the information you see in the guidance view. Automatic zoom Select Automatic Zoom to change how you view an intersection as you drive.
Route Bar Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Appearance. Select Arrival information to change the arrival information you see in the route bar. 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. Show wide route bar if possible The wide route bar is not shown by default.
Select this setting to show the remaining distance left to travel in the arrival information panel during navigation. Show remaining time Select this setting to show the remaining time left to travel in the arrival information panel during navigation. Switch between distance and time automatically Select this setting to control the automatic switching between remaining distance and remaining time in the arrival information panel.
Automatic Zoom Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Appearance. Select Automatic zoom to change settings for the automatic zoom in Guidance view when you approach a turn or an intersection. Zooming in can make the turn or intersection easier to drive. Zoom in to next turn All the turns and intersections on your route are shown zoomed in to the maximum level.
Use this setting to control whether road numbers are read out loud as part of navigation instructions. For example, when road numbers are read out loud, you hear "Turn left onto A100." Read road sign information out loud Use this setting to control whether road sign information is read out loud as part of navigation instructions. For example, "Turn left onto A302 Bridge Street towards Islington.
Route Planning Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Route Planning. When a faster route is available If a faster route is found while you are driving, TomTom Traffic can replan your trip to use the faster route. Select from the following options: Always take the fastest route Ask me so I can choose Don't ask me Always plan this type of route The types of route you can choose from are as follows: Fastest route - the route which takes the least time.
Tip: Warning sounds are disabled by default. Warning sounds can be enabled by selecting Settings, followed by Sounds & Warnings, followed by Warning Type and switch on Warning Sounds. Warning type Warning type You can choose the type of warnings you want to hear when you are driving: Read out loud Hear spoken warnings and warnings sounds. Sounds Hear only warning sounds. None No warning sounds are given. Safety camera warnings Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Sounds & Warnings.
Hazards Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Sounds & Warnings. Select Safety warnings. You can then set how you want to be warned for the different types of danger zones and safety hazards. You can set whether you want to be warned, never warned or warned only if you are speeding. Danger zones This type of warning is only given in France where you are only warned about danger zones.
On this screen, you can change the following settings: Distance Select this setting to choose the units used on your device for features such as route planning. If you want the units to be set to those used in your current location, select Automatic. Language The language used on the TomTom BRIDGE is also used in 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.
Getting Help Help Select Help from the Main Menu or the Settings menu. On this screen, you can see the following information: About This is an information screen rather than a setting and shows you information about your TomTom BRIDGE.
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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 instructions about other apps installed on the TomTom BRIDGE, please refer to the applicable User Documentation. The app shows you the live image from the external camera installed on your vehicle. Note: A rear-view camera usually turns on when you shift into reverse.
Camera settings Select the settings button in the Rear view camera screen. Note: The TomTom BRIDGE might be secured to prevent you making changes. On this screen, you can change these settings: Image position Fit This setting zooms out so either the image height or width fills the screen size, whichever is larger. You will see the complete image, but the image might have a border on two sides. Fill This setting zooms in on the image so it fills the whole screen.
Using the vehicle width guide lines About the vehicle width guide lines The guide lines help you see if your vehicle will fit in a parking space or other width-restricted area. Once you have set-up the guide lines using a space that you know your vehicle will fit in, you can use the guide lines to check the size of other spaces. Setting up the vehicle width guide lines 1. Open the camera app. 2. Position your vehicle in front of a space that you know your vehicle will fit in to.
3. Position your vehicle in front of a parking space. Use the guide lines to see if your vehicle will fit in the parking space. If the guide lines fit inside the parking lines, then your vehicle will probably fit in the parking space. Important: While reversing, also be aware of other obstructions, for example adjacent vehicles or overhead obstacles.
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Using the TomTom Music app This section explains how to use the TomTom Music app. Important: For other settings and operation instructions for the TomTom BRIDGE, and for instructions about other apps installed on the TomTom BRIDGE, please refer to the applicable User Documentation. Use the Music app to select and play music stored in the device's internal memory, or on the memory card that you have inserted in the TomTom BRIDGE.
The Music button in the apps screen. The app automatically finds your music on the device and on the memory card. The tracks are played in a random order. You can select a music track using the next and previous buttons. Select the play button to play the track. The album image is shown if it is available. The music tracks continue to play even when you are using other apps. Adjust the music volume using the volume control in the system bar.
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Addendum Important Safety Notices and Warnings Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) The Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) systems are satellite-based systems that provide location and timing information around the globe. GPS is operated and controlled by the Government of the United States of America, which is solely responsible for its availability and accuracy.
Every 2 hours, take a break for at least 10 minutes. Keep your seat belts on. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Before setting off on a motorcycle, fasten your helmet correctly. When riding a motorcycle, always wear protective clothing and equipment. When riding a motorcycle, be extra vigilant and always ride defensively. Rating: 5V DC, 2.0A How TomTom uses your information Information regarding the use of personal information can be found at: tomtom.com/privacy.
For tips on extending the battery life, see this FAQ: tomtom.com/batterytips. Do not disassemble or crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred your device. Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire, explosion or other hazard. Only use the battery for a system for which it is specified. Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified for use with the system per this standard.
FCC information for the user THE DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment radiates radio frequency energy and if not used properly - that is, in strict accordance with the instructions in this manual - may cause interference to radio communications and television reception.
Location of FCC ID and IC ID information on your device The FCC ID and IC ID can be found next to the memory slot on your device. Lift the flap to expose the memory slot. Responsible party in North America TomTom, Inc., 2400 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803 Tel: 866 486-6866 option 1 (1-866-4-TomTom) Emissions information for Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference.
ANATEL certification for Brazil Radio Frequency certification for Mexico La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada. Electrical characteristics for Mexico Supply voltage in volts: 5 V Power consumption, in watts, and current consumption, in amperes: 10 W, 5 V – 2 A.
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