TomTom Eclipse 2 Manual

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Traffic information using RDS-TMC
The Traffic Message Channel (TMC)
You can receive traffic information on your TomTom using the TomTom RDS-
TMC Traffic Receiver. The TMC transmits  traffic information as a radio signal.
Tip: The TomTom RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver  is included with some products 
and available as an accessory for others. Visit  tomtom.com for more 
information.
The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) is  not a TomTom Service. FM radio 
stations in several countries broadcast TMC information as part of their 
programming. TMC is also known as RDS-TMC traffic information.
Your TomTom navigation device uses  this information to warn you about 
traffic delays along your route and how you can avoid them.
Note : TomTom is not responsible for the availability or quality of traffic 
information provided by TMC.
TMC is not available in all countries or regions. Visit  tomtom.com to check if 
it is available in your country or region.
Using RDS-TMC traffic information
As soon as you start receiving traffic information, the traffic sidebar is 
shown on the right side of the Drivin g View. The traffic sidebar warns you 
about any traffic incidents on your route.
In this example, there is a traffic jam on your route 9 miles ahead that will 
cause an expected delay of 38 minutes.
To find the quickest route to yo ur destination, do the following:
1. Tap the Traffic sidebar.
2. Tap  Minimize traffic delays .
Your device looks for the quickest route to your destination.
The new route may also include traffi c delays, or may even be the same 
route as before.
3. Tap  Done. 
						

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Changing traffic preferences
Use the Change Traffic preferences  button to choose how traffic information 
works on your device.
Making commuting to work easier
The  Home to work or  Work to home buttons in the Traffic menu lets you 
check your route to and from work with one tap of a button. When you use 
either of these buttons, your device checks the route for possible delays, and 
if it finds any, provides you with the possibility to avoid them.
The first time you use  Home to work, you must set your traffic home and work 
locations, do the following:
You can now use the  Home to work and Work to home  buttons of the Show 
home-work traffic menu.
Change  Traffic 
preferences
To change your traffic pr eferences, do the following:
1. Tap the TomTom Traffic button in the Main Menu on your device.
2. Tap  Change Traffic preferences .
You can change the following preferences:
• Automatically minimize delays  after every traffic update - if you select 
this option, your device automatica lly recalculates when new delays 
occur on your route.
• Beep when traffic situation on route changes  - if you select this option 
your device beeps when a new traffi c incident occurs on your current 
route.
• Ask for traffic updates when preparing a route  - this option has no 
effect in RDS traffic.
3. Select or clear the check box next to each preference you want to change.
4. Tap  Done.
Your device lists the countries that have radio stations providing RDS-
TMC traffic information that you can currently receive. Normally you can 
leave this set to  Any country (strongest signal) .
5. Tap  Done.
Change home-
work
1. Tap the TomTom Traffic button in the Main Menu on your device.
2. Tap  Show home-work traffic .
3. Tap  Change home-work
4. Set your home location
5. Set your work location. 
						

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For example, to check for delays on your route home, do the following:
1. Tap the TomTomTraffic button in the Main Menu on your device.
2. Tap  Show home-work traffic .
3. Tap  Work to home .
The route summary screen is shown, with the expected delay shown after the 
trip time.
To see if there is a quicker way home, tap  Find alternative then tap Minimize 
traffic delays .
Tip: You can let your device automatically look for alternative routes by 
selecting  Automatically minimize delays after every traffic update  in the 
Traffic preferences. 
						

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Checking traffic incidents in your area
Get an overview of the traffic situation in your area, using the map. To find 
local incidents and their details, do the following:
The Traffic sidebar
The Traffic sidebar is shown on the right side of the Driving View when 
TomTom  Traffic is switched on. The Traffic sidebar shows you the traffic 
incidents on your route. It shows the following information:
• A symbol for each traffic incident in the order they occur along your  planned route.
• The estimated delay to the next traffic incident on your route.
• The distance from your current location to the next incident on your route.
An example of a Traffic sidebar is shown below.
In the example, the Traffic sidebar sh ows you that there are two incidents 
ahead. Both incidents are traffic jams, the first is 15km ahead and is expected 
to delay you by at least 51 minutes.
To re-plan your route to avoid these inci dents, tap the Traffic sidebar to open 
the TomTom  traffic menu, then use  Minimize traffic delays .
Browse map
1. Tap the TomTomTraffic  button in the Main Menu on your device.
2. Tap  Browse map .
The map browser screen is shown. 
3. Tap the blue compass image in the top right of the screen.
The map centers itself on your current location, and any traffic incidents 
in the area are shown as small symbols.
4. Tap on any traffic incident to get more information. A second screen is shown that gives you detailed information about the 
incident you chose. To display information about surrounding incidents 
use the left and right arrows at  the bottom of this second screen. 
						

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Traffic incidents
Traffic incidents are displayed both on the Driving View and also on the Traffic 
sidebar as small symbols. There are two type of symbols:
• Symbols shown in a red square are incidents that Traffic can help you avoid.
• Symbols shown in a red rectangle are weather related, because of their 
nature, you cannot use Traffic to avoid them.
 Traffic incident symbols and  their meaning are shown below:
Weather related symbols and th eir meaning are shown below:
Traffic menu
Tap the Traffic sidebar in the Driving View to open the Traffic menu. The 
following buttons are available:Accident Road closed
Road works Traffic incident
One or more lanes 
closed
Traffic jam
Fog Ice
Rain Snow
Wind
Note: The incident avoided symbol is  shown for any traffic incident that 
you avoid using TomTom Traffic.
Minimize 
traffic delays
Replans your route based on the latest traffic information.
Show home- work traffic
Checks the traffic along your Home to Work route. 
						

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Show traffic on 
route
Tap this button to show areas of tr affic congestion along your current 
route.
Browse map
Shows an overview of traffic incidents on the map.
Change Traffic  preferences
Changes the settings for Traffic services. 
						

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Introducing TomTom HOMETomTom HOME is a free application for your computer that helps you manage 
the contents of your TomTom device. Co nnect to HOME frequently to get the 
latest updates for your device.
You can, for example, do the following:
• Manage maps, voices, POIs and more.
• Buy TomTom services and manage your subscriptions.
• Update your TomTom with the latest  software and services automatically.
• Read the full version of the user manual.
Tip : To get the most from HOME, we recommend using a broadband internet 
connection.
Installing TomTom HOME
To install TomTom HOME on your computer, do the following:
1. Connect your computer to the internet.
2. Connect your device to your computer using the USB cable, then switch 
your device on.
HOME starts to install.
Note : If HOME does not install automatically, you can also download it from 
tomtom.com/home
You can also install TomTom HOME from the CD supplied.
Once installed, TomTom HOME starts  automatically when you connect your 
device to your computer and turn it on.
MyTomTom Account
In order to buy content and services through TomTom HOME you will have to 
set up a MyTomTom account for the device you want to buy the content for. 
You will be asked to create an account when you start using TomTom HOME. 
						

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Addendum
Important Safety Notices and Warnings
Global Positioning System
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based system that provides 
location and timing information around the globe. GPS is operated and 
controlled under the sole responsibility of the Government of the United 
States of America, which is responsibl e for its availability and accuracy. Any 
changes in GPS availability and accuracy , or in environmental conditions, may 
impact the operation of your TomTom device. TomTom does not accept any 
liability for the availabili ty and accuracy of GPS.
Use with Care
Use of a TomTom device for navigation st ill means that you need to drive with 
due care and attention. 
Aircraft and Hospitals
Use of devices with an antenna is pr ohibited on most aircraft, in many 
hospitals and in many other locations. A TomTom device must not be used in 
these environments.
Battery
This product uses a Lithium-Polymer ba ttery. Do not use it in a humid, wet 
and/or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or 
near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in 
a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to 
temperatures over 60 C (140 F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause 
the Lithium-Polymer battery to leak acid , become hot, explode or ignite and 
cause injury and/or damage. Do not pi erce, open or disassemble the battery. 
If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse 
thoroughly with water and seek medica l attention immediately. For safety 
reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of  the battery, charging will not occur at 
low (below 0C/32F) or high (over 45C/113F) temperatures. 
Temperatures: Standard operation: -10 C (14 F) to +55 C (131 F); short period 
storage: -20 C (-4 F) to + 60 C (140 F); long period storage: -20 C (-4 F) to 
+25 C (77 F).
THE LITHIUM-POLYMER BATTERY CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT 
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. USE YOUR 
TomTom ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED DC POWER CABLE (CAR 
CHARGER/BATTERY CABLE) AND AC ADAPTER (HOME CHARGER) 
FOR BATTERY CHARGING.
To recycle your TomTom unit please  see your local approved TomTom 
service center. 
						

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SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING DRIVING IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA
California Vehicle Code Section 26708 (a)  (1) provides that “No persons shall 
drive any motor vehicle with an object or  material placed, displayed, installed, 
affixed or applied upon the windshield or  side or rear windows.”  Drivers in 
California should not use a suction mount on their windshield, side or rear 
windows.
Note: this section of the California Vehicle Code applies to anyone driving in 
California, not just California residents.
Minnesota State Legislature Statutes Se ction 169.71, subdivision 1, section 2 
provides that “A person  shall not drive or operate  with any objects suspended 
between the driver and the windshield other than sun visors and rearview 
mirrors and electronic toll collection devices.”
Note: this Minnesota Stature applies to anyone driving in Minnesota, not just 
Minnesota residents.
TomTom Inc. bears no responsibility for any fines, penalties or damage that 
may be incurred by disregarding this notice.  While driving in any state with 
windshield mounting restrictions, TomTom recommends the use of the 
supplied Adhesive Mounting Disk or its Alternative Mounting Kit, which 
includes multiple options for mounti ng TomTom devices on the dashboard 
and using the air vents.  See www.tomtom.com for more information about 
this mounting option.
FCC Information for the User
This product contains a transmitter which must not be co-located or 
simultaneously operated in conjunction with any other transmitter.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an 
uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the 
FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall 
not be less than 8 inches (20 cm) during normal operation.
Radio and Television Interference
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 communica tions and television reception.
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of  the FCC Rules. These limits are designed 
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may 
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following 
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation distance between the equipment and the receiver. 
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to  which the receiver is connected.
• Consult an experienced ra dio/TV technician for help. 
Changes or modifications not expressly  approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment. 
						

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Important
This equipment was tested for FCC compliance under conditions that included 
the use of shielded cables and connectors between it and the peripherals. It is 
important that you use shielded cables and connectors to reduce the 
possibility of causing radio and television interference. Shielded cables 
suitable for the product range can be obtained from an authorised dealer. If 
the user modifies the equipment or its peripherals in any way, and these 
modifications are not approved by TomT om, the FCC may withdraw the user’s 
right to operate the equipment. For customers in the USA, the following 
booklet prepared by the Federal Co mmunications Commission may be of 
help: “How to Identify and Resolve Ra dio-TV Interference Problems”. This 
booklet is available from the US Govern ment Printing Office, Washington, DC 
20402. Stock No 004-000-00345-4.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Tested to comply with FCC Standards for Home or Office Use
FCC ID: S4LDUO
IC ID: 5767A-DUO
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference  that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible party in North America
TomTom, Inc., 150 Baker Avenue Extension, Concord, MA 01742
Tel: 866 486-6866 option 1 (1-866-4-TomTom)
Emissions information for Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil 
numérique de la classe B est confor me à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not 
cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference, 
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This category II radioco mmunication device complies  with Industry Canada 
Standard RSS-310.
Ce dispositif de radiocommunication de catégorie II respecte la norme CNR-
310 d’Industrie Canda.
CE Marking
This equipment complies with the requirements for CE marking 
when used in a residential, commercial, vehicular or light industrial 
environment.
R&TTE directive
TomTom hereby declares that the device s listed above are in compliance with 
the essential requirements and other rele vant provisions of the EU Directive 
1999/5/EC.