TomTom Go X50 Live Manual

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Fuel 
PricesThe Fuel Prices service sends up-to-date information about fuel prices directly 
to your device or via TomTom HOME when the device is connected to your 
computer.
Search for the best fuel prices
To search for the cheapest fuel prices,  do the following. In this example, you 
plan a route to the cheapest petrol station nearby.
1. Tap the screen to bring up the Main Menu, then tap  LIVE Services.
2. Tap  Fuel Prices .
3. Select the type of fuel used in your vehicle.
4. Tap  Cheapest nearby , then tap the name at the top of the list.
The location is shown on the map.
5. Tap  Select.
You are asked if you want to navigate to the petrol station.
6. Tap  Yes.
You are asked if you need to arrive at a  particular time, if this option is ena-
bled.
The route is planned and a summary of the route is shown on the map. 
						

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TomTom WeatherTomTom Weather shows detailed weather reports and 5-day weather fore-
casts for towns and cities provided by local weather stations.
Key Features
• Weather reports delivered directly to your GO.
• Detailed weather information, refreshed every hour.
• Detailed coverage throughout Europe, Australia and North America.
• Clearly spoken weather reports combined with clear and intuitive graphics.
How to request a weather report
To request a weather report for a specific  location, such as the town or city of 
your final destination, do the following:
1. Tap  Services  in the Main Menu.
2. Tap  Weather .
3. Select the type of location where you want the weather forecast such as,  Town centre .
4. Enter the name of the town.
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Tip: Tap the day for a detailed report.
Types of location
You can request a weather forecast for di fferent types of location. The follow-
ing types of location are available:
Home
Tap this button to select your Home location.
Favourite
Tap this button to select a Favourite location.
Address
Tap this button to enter an address.
Recent 
destination
Tap this button to select a location in a list of recently used destinations.
Point of  Interest
Tap this button to select a Point of Interest (POI).
My Location
Tap this button to select your current location.
Point on map
Tap this button to select a point on the map.
Latitude 
Longitude
Tap this button to enter a latitude and longitude map reference. 
						

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Position of 
last stop
Tap this button to select your last recorded position. 
						

							Introducing TomTom HOME24.
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Introducing TomTom HOMETomTom HOME is a free application for your computer that helps you manage 
the contents and services of your TomTom GO navigation device, as well as 
giving you access to the TomTom communi ty. It is a good idea to frequently 
connect to HOME to backup your device and to ensure you always have the 
latest updates. 
Here are some of the things you can do with TomTom HOME:
• Add new items to your device, like maps, voices, POIs and more.
• Buy TomTom services and manage your subscriptions.
• Share your content with the TomTom community.
• Use Map Share to download and share map corrections.
• Make and restore backups of your device.
• Create a MyTomTom account.
• Read the Reference Guide for your device.
When using HOME, you can get help with  what you are doing from the HOME 
Help. You can also read about all the ot her things that HOME can do for you. 
Tip: We recommend using a broadband internet connection whenever you 
connect to HOME.
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.
TomTom HOME starts to install.
Note : If HOME does not install automa tically, you can download it from tom-
tom.com/home.
MyTomTom Account
To download content and services using TomTom HOME, you need a 
MyTomTom account. You can create  an account when you start using 
TomTom HOME.
Note:  If you have more than one TomTom device, you need a separate 
MyTomTom account for each device.
If you have a MyTomTom  account, you can access the following benefits 
online via HOME or via the MyTomTom section of  tomtom.com: 
						

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• TomTom Services - click My Services on the TomTom website to subscribe 
to services such as real-time traffic and safety camera information.
• Newsletters - click  My Profile on the TomTom website to manage newslet-
ter subscriptions and language preferences for product news
• Support - click  My Questions History  on the TomTom website to track and 
view your case history and all email conversations you have with TomTom 
about technical support issues via the website. You can also update cases 
with new information.
• Orders - click  My Orders on the TomTom website to view items you 
ordered from the TomTom website and your order history.
• TomTom Map Share™ - report and down load map corrections by joining 
the Map Share™ community via HOME.  You can then benefit from shared 
reporting of map issues such as missing streets and wrong driving instruc-
tions. 
• Downloads - download free items via TomTom HOME.
Find out more with  HOME Help topics
In the TomTom HOME Help topics you  can find a lot more information about 
how HOME can help you to manage conten ts and services on your navigation 
device.
You can also get help on the following:
• Using an activation or promotion code
• Updating your device-account combination
• The TomTom Route Planner
• Downloading free or shared sounds, images and symbols
• Using a card reader
• Installing themes and extensions
For information on how to create your own POIs, themes, voices, routes, col-
our schemes, symbols and sounds, see  create.tomtom.com. 
						

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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 con-
trolled under the sole responsibility of the Government of the United States of 
America which is responsible for its availability and accuracy. Any changes in 
GPS availability and accuracy, or in en vironmental conditions, may impact the 
operation of your TomTom device. TomTom does not accept any liability for 
the availability an d 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 prohib ited on most aircraft, in many hospi-
tals and in many other locations. A TomTom device must not be used in these 
environments.
Taking care of yo ur TomTom device
Do not leave your TomTom device or  TomTom accessories on view when you 
leave your car. They may become an easy target for thieves.
We recommend that you use the safety  preferences on your TomTom device, 
where available. The safety preferences are available in the Preferences menu.
Take care of your TomTom device and clean it correctly.
• Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen of your device; do not use any liquid  cleaners.
• If your device gets wet, dry it with a soft cloth.
• Do not open the casing of your device under any circumstances. Doing so  may be dangerous and will invalidate your warranty.
• If your device includes a memory card, do not use the memory card with  any device other than a TomTom device. Other devices may damage the 
memory card.
• Do not expose your device to high or low temperatures, which can cause  permanent damage. For example, don’t leave it in the car on hot summer 
days or during cold winter nights. 
						

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Battery
This product uses a Lithium-Polymer battery. 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 tem-
peratures over 60 C (140 F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the 
Lithium-Polymer battery to leak acid, be come hot, explode or ignite and cause 
injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, op en or disassemble the battery. If the 
battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thor-
oughly with water and seek medical atte ntion immediately. For safety reasons, 
and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will not occur at low (below 
0 C/32 F) or high (over 45 C/113 F) 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).
Caution: risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Do not remove or attempt to remove th e non-user-replaceable battery. If you 
have a problem with the battery, plea se contact TomTom customer support. 
THE LITHIUM-POLYMER BATTERY CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT 
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. USE YOUR TOM-
TOM ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED DC POWER LEAD (CAR CHARGER/
BATTERY CABLE) AND AC ADAPTER (HOME CHARGER) FOR BAT-
TERY CHARGING.
Please use this device with the charger provided.
For replacement chargers, go to  tomtom.com for information about approved 
chargers for your device.
To recycle your TomTom unit please see your local approved TomTom serv-
ice center.
The stated battery life is a maximum  possible battery life. The maximum bat-
tery life will only be achieved under specific atmospheric conditions. The esti-
mated maximum battery life is based on an average usage profile.
For tips on extending the battery life, go  to the FAQ listed below for your coun-
try:
AU:  www.tomtom.com/8703
CZ:  www.tomtom.com/7509
DE:  www.tomtom.com/7508
DK:  www.tomtom.com/9298
ES:  www.tomtom.com/7507
FI:  www.tomtom.com/9299
FR:  www.tomtom.com/7506
HU:  www.tomtom.com/10251
IT:  www.tomtom.com/7505
NL:  www.tomtom.com/7504
PL:  www.tomtom.com/7503
PT:  www.tomtom.com/8029
RU:  www.tomtom.com/10250
SE:  www.tomtom.com/8704
UK:  www.tomtom.com/7502
US:  www.tomtom.com/7510 
						

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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
Hereby, TomTom declares that this personal navigation device is in compli-
ance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EU 
Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity can be found here: 
www.tomtom.com/legal.
WEEE directive
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this prod-
uct shall not be treated as household waste. In line with EU Directive 
2002/96/EC for waste electrical an d electronic equipment (WEEE), 
this electrical product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal 
waste. Please dispose of this product by returning it to the point of 
sale or to your local municipal collection point for recycling.
Connected networks
Devices that contain a GSM module are  intended for connection to the follow-
ing networks:
GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900
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