TomTom Bandit Action Camera Reference Guide

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  Removing the Batt-Stick 
You must remove the Batt-Stick to 
insert a memory card  or to use a different Batt-Stick. You can 
also use its USB connector to  charge the Batt-Stick
 and transfer files to a computer . 
Important
: If you remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover be extra careful not to let dirt or water enter  the TomTom Bandit or the Batt-Stick. Only remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover in clean and dry 
conditions. 
To remove the Batt-Stick, follow these steps: 
1.
Press the release lever of the Batt-Stick. 2.
While holding the lever turn the cap anti-clockwise until you see two dots aligned. TomTom Bandit Quick Start   
						

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3. Pull the Batt-Stick out. 
 
 
Installing the Batt-Stick 
Inserting the Batt-stick 
Important: If you remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover be extra careful not to let dirt or water enter 
the TomTom Bandit or the Batt-Stick. Only remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover in clean and dry 
conditions. 
To insert the Batt-Stick, follow these steps: 
4. Insert the Batt-Stick into the camera. 
 
5. Make sure the two dots align and are close together. 
Important: If you see only one dot when the Batt-Stick is inserted do not try to turn it. You 
must first put the Batt-Stick in the unlocked position before you can insert it correctly.  
						

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  6.
Turn the cap clockwise to lock the Batt-Stick into the camera. Unlocking the Batt-Stick 
To put the Batt-Stick in the unlocked position follow these steps: 
1.
Hold the Batt-Stick and press the release lever while turning the cap anti-clockwise. 
						

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2. When you see a dot and arrow to the left of the release lever the Batt-Stick can be inserted as 
described above. 
 
 
Charging your TomTom Bandit 
You can charge your TomTom Bandit in the following two ways: 
Charging the Batt-Stick using a USB socket 
Important: If you remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover be extra careful not to let dirt or water enter 
the TomTom Bandit or the Batt-Stick. Only remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover in clean and dry 
conditions. 
1. Remove the Batt-Stick from the TomTom Bandit. 
2. Insert the Batt-Stick USB connector into your computers USB socket or a standard USB 
wall-charger. 
Tip: While the Batt-Stick is charging, the LEDs show the charge level and one LED flashes. 
3. To see the power level of the Batt-Stick, remove the USB connector from the USB charging 
socket, then press the ON button. 
The LEDs light up to show the power level. 
4. When the Batt-Stick is charged, install the Batt-Stick into the TomTom Bandit. 
  
						

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  Charging the TomTom Bandit using the optional power cable 
1.
Open the connector cap on the back of the Batt-Stick. Tip
: You dont have to remove the Batt -Stick from the TomTom Bandit.  
2.
Connect the power cable to the Batt-Stick connector and to a USB socket.
You can see the battery power level on the  STATUS screen  in the SETTINGS menu.
Inserting a memory card 
The photos you take and the videos you record are stored on a microSD card that is located in the 
Batt-Stick. Use a microSD card that is a Class 10 standard or higher. Go to 
tomtom.com/support  for 
a list of approved compatible microSD cards. 
Note
: If you insert a microSD card that is too slow to work with your TomTom Bandit, the  
TomTom Bandit shows you a message and you are asked to use a compatible microSD card.  
Tip : MicroSD cards can degrade over time, and performance may decrease as the microSD card 
fills up. To maintain performance, you should regularly 
format your microSD card . 
Important: If you remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover be extra careful not to let dirt or water enter 
the TomTom Bandit or the Batt-Stick. Only remove the Batt-Stick or lens cover in clean and dry 
conditions. 
1.
Remove the Batt-Stick  from the TomTom Bandit.
2.
Insert the microSD card into the memory card slot in the Batt-Stick. Important: The microSD card must be inserted with the contacts facing up.   
						

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3. Install the Batt-Stick into the TomTom Bandit.  
Setting up 
Note: The language you choose will be used for all text on the screen. You can always change the 
language later in Language in the Camera settings menu. 
When you first switch on your TomTom Bandit, you have to answer a few questions to set it up. 
Answer the questions by pressing the button to move up, down, left or right on the screen. 
Tip: You do not need to connect your TomTom Bandit to the internet or to the Mobile app to set 
it up for first use. 
 
Installing the basic mount 
The basic mount kit lets you mount your TomTom Bandit on a helmet or other flat or slightly curved 
surface. Flat and curved basic mounts are supplied. 
Tip: Additional mounts are available as accessories. 
Tip: To install your TomTom Bandit on handlebars, use the optional bike mount. 
Tip: You can also install your TomTom Bandit upside down. Set the ROTATION image setting to 
180 to turn the image 180 degrees. 
1. Before you install a mount, find the best position for your TomTom Bandit. 
Attach the mount only to a smooth and hard surface. The mount wont securely attach to 
porous, textured or soft surfaces. 
To mount the TomTom Bandit at different angles and on the left or right side of a helmet, you 
can turn the TomTom Bandits base more than 180 degrees around the body. 
Tip: Use the Mobile app live viewfinder to set the TomTom Bandit to the correct view. 
  
						

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  2.
Clean the area where you want to install the basic mount.
Wax, oil, dirt and moisture reduce adhesion, which can result in a weak bond. Make sure that
the area is completely dry. 3.
Make sure the mount is aligned in the correctly direction then, in dry, room-temperature
conditions, attach the mount. Push the mount firmly down on to the surface.
The mount wont securely attach if you install it in damp and cold conditions.
4. Wait 24 hours for the adhesive to cure.
5. Install the TomTom Bandit on the mount. Make sure the TomTom Bandit is secure. Important : Make sure your TomTom Bandit is secure before you start every activity. Regularly 
check the security of the mount. If the activity involves
  shocks or vibration, use a lanyard to 
prevent loss of the TomTom Bandit if the mount fails.  
Installing the 360 pitch mount 
The 360 pitch mount kit lets you mount your TomTom Bandit on a helmet or other flat or slightly 
curved surface. Flat and curved mount bases are supplied. Once installed, you can easily adjust the 
direction and angle of your TomTom Bandit. 
Tip
: Additional mounts are available as accessories.  
Tip
: To install your TomTom Bandit on handlebars, use the optional  bike mount .  
						

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Tip: You can also install your TomTom Bandit upside down. Set the ROTATION image setting to 
180 to turn the image 180 degrees. 
1. Before you install a mount, find the best position for your TomTom Bandit. 
Attach the mount only to a smooth and hard surface. The mount wont securely attach to 
porous, textured or soft surfaces. 
To install the TomTom Bandit at different angles and on the left or right side of a helmet, you 
can turn the TomTom Bandits base more than 180 degrees around the TomTom Bandit body. 
Tip: Use the Mobile app live viewfinder to set the TomTom Bandit to the correct view. 
 
2. Clean the area where you want to install the mount. 
Wax, oil, dirt and moisture reduce adhesion, which can result in a weak bond. Make sure that 
the area is completely dry. 
 
3. In dry, room-temperature conditions, attach the mount base. Push the mount base firmly down 
on to the surface. 
The mount base wont securely attach if you install it in damp and cold conditions. 
4. Wait 24 hours for the adhesive to cure.  
						

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5. Install the 360 pitch mount on the mount base. Push down the TomTom Bandit plate to lock the 
pitch mount on the base. 
 
6. Install the TomTom Bandit on the 360 pitch mount. Make sure the TomTom Bandit is secure. 
 
7. Adjust the position of the TomTom Bandit, then push the pitch mount lever to the closed 
position to lock the pitch mount. 
Tip: Use the Mobile app live viewfinder to set the TomTom Bandit to the correct view. 
Important: Make sure your TomTom Bandit is secure before you start every activity. Regularly 
check the security of the mount. If the activity involves shocks or vibration, use a lanyard to 
prevent loss of the TomTom Bandit if the mount fails. 
  
						

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  Switching your TomTom Bandit on and off 
Your TomTom Bandit can be on, off, or in standby. You can only switch the TomTom Bandit on and 
off using the buttons on the TomTom Bandit. 
Switching on your TomTom Bandit 
Press the START button at the back of the TomTom Bandit for 2 seconds to switch your TomTom 
Bandit on. The TomTom logo is shown, and the red LEDs flash and you hear the start-up sound. If no 
microSD card is inserted into the 
Batt-Stick, you are asked to  insert a memory card  so that the 
TomTom Bandit can switch on. 
If the TomTom Bandit is in standby mode, press the control button to wake up the TomTom Bandit.  
The TomTom Bandit stays on during the following conditions: 

The TomTom Bandit is recording a video or you are taking photos.
 You are using the screen to set- up the TomTom Bandit.
 You are operating the TomTom Bandit from your mobile phone using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Switching off your TomTom Bandit 
Press the STOP button at the front of the TomTom Bandit for 2 seconds to switch it off. The red 
LEDs flash and you hear the shut-down sound. 
The TomTom Bandit will automatically shut down if the battery power becomes too low.  
Standby 
To save power the TomTom Bandit automatically switches to standby after a few minutes if its not 
being used.   
You can wake up the TomTom Bandit by pressing the control button, using the  remote control , or 
using the  Mobile app . If you press the START button, the TomTom Bandit will start recording or 
taking photos, depending on the mode you have set. 
The TomTom Bandit switches off after two hours in standby.