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Chapter 15
TomTom Traffic
TomTom Traffic
TomTom Traffic
TomTom Traffic is a TomTom PLUS service that sends up-to-date traffic 
information to your RIDER. To use TomTom Traffic you must have a mobile 
phone with Bluetooth and a wireless data connection, for example, GPRS, 
EDGE, UMTS, CDMA.
TomTom Traffic takes the most up-to-date information from the best local 
sources. Use the free trial to try TomTom Traffic. For more information, see 
the TomTom PLUS leaflet.
Setting up TomTom Traffic
To receive TomTom Traffic, first establish a connection between your mobile 
phone and your TomTom RIDER. See Connecting to your phone on page 45. 
Then do the following:
1. Tap TomTom Traffic in the Main Menu.
2. Tap Enable Traffic.
Using Traffic
Note: TomTom Traffic is not available in all countries or areas. Visit 
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TomTom Traffic will immediately try to retrieve the latest traffic information.
Updating traffic information
If you are using TomTom Traffic, there are two ways to update the traffic 
information:
•Tap Update traffic info in the Traffic menu.
• Set Traffic to be updated automatically at regular intervals.
To do this, tap Change Traffic preferences in the Traffic menu. Select 
Automatically update traffic info while on route, then tap Done. 
You are then asked if you want to limit how often Traffic is updated. 
If you choose not to limit how often Traffic is updated, then TomTom will 
send updated traffic information to your RIDER as soon as it is available.
If you choose to limit how often Traffic is updated, you are asked to set a 
time.
TomTom saves this time limit and sends new traffic information at the 
interval you set. If there is no new traffic information, then TomTom will not 
send any information to your RIDER. This saves you money by not using 
your wireless data connection when there is no new information. 
Using traffic information
Having up-to-date traffic information can help you to reduce your journey 
time. 
Whenever you plan a route, the latest traffic updated you received from 
TomTom is taken into account by your RIDER when it plans the route.
Your RIDER can also recalculate your route if the traffic situation changes after 
you start a journey:
1. Tap Change Traffic preferences in the Traffic menu.
2. Select Automatically optimise route after every update.
After your RIDER gets new traffic information, it will automatically optimise 
your route. 
Note: TomTom Traffic retrieves traffic information from TomTom using a 
wireless data connection on your mobile phone. You must be connected to 
your phone and you must have a wireless data subscription with your mobile 
network operator. 
For information about connecting to your phone, see Hands-free calling on 
page 45.
Note: The best route may be the same as the route originally planned. 
						

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Chapter 16
TomTom PLUS
TomTom PLUSTomTom PLUS is a collection of services that keep you informed and 
entertained while you’re on the road.
You can subscribe to a range of extras and download them either directly to 
your RIDER, or to your computer from where you can transfer them to your 
RIDER.
Tips
• New services are being added regularly. Use TomTom HOME or visit 
www.tomtom.com/plus to find out what’s available.
• To download TomTom PLUS services to your RIDER, you need a mobile 
phone with Bluetooth and a wireless data connection (GPRS, EDGE, 
UMTS or CDMA). Your mobile operator may charge you for using a 
wireless data connection. 
Don’t forget that you can download many TomTom PLUS services to your 
computer without needing to set up a wireless data connection.
• Not all services are available in all countries. For more information, visit 
www.tomtom.com/plus
Traffic
Get the fastest and most reliable updates from local sources.
Safety cameras
Be smart and stick to the speed limit.
Maps
Download detailed maps of many cities throughout the world or 
even whole countries.
Voices
Get instructions from John Cleese and many other funny voices.
Buddies
Instant messaging and navigation meet on your RIDER.
Audiobooks
Let famous narrators read you the latest best sellers. 
						

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Chapter 17
Using TomTom HOME
Using TomTom HOMEUsing TomTom HOME, you can, for example, do the following:
• Make and restore backups of your TomTom RIDER.
• Manage the maps, voices, POIs and other extras on your RIDER.
• Read the full version of the user manual, available in 21 languages.
• Plan journeys in advance.
• Buy TomTom PLUS services and manage your subscriptions.
Installing TomTom HOME
To install TomTom HOME, put the CD which came with your RIDER into your 
computer.
If the installation does not start, browse to the CD on your computer and 
double-click the file Install TomTom HOME.
Connect your RIDER to your computer and switch it on. 
Making a backup
One of the most important things you can do with TomTom HOME is make a 
backup of your TomTom RIDER.
1. Connect your RIDER to your computer and switch it on.
TomTom HOME starts.
2. Click Backup under Contents.
3. Click Backup.
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Restoring a backup
If you ever have a problem with your RIDER, you can restore the backup. 
Follow steps 1 and 2 above, then select the latest backup and click Restore.
The latest backup will be restored to your RIDER.
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Chapter 18
How does navigation work?
How does navigation work?
Global Positioning System (GPS)
In order to navigate you to your destination, your TomTom RIDER must know 
where you are now. To find your current position, your TomTom RIDER uses 
the Global Positioning System (GPS). GPS is available for free and without 
subscription.
The GPS uses satellites to transmit signals to GPS receivers. Your 
TomTom RIDER has a built-in GPS receiver. Using the GPS signal, your 
TomTom RIDER can work out where you are and how fast you are going. GPS 
signals work in all weather, anywhere in the world.
Maps
Once your RIDER knows where you are and you have told it where you want 
to go, it uses the digital map on the memory card or hard disk to work out the 
best route to your destination. 
Note: Your TomTom RIDER does not transmit your position, so others cannot 
use it to track you while you are driving. You can however send your position 
to TomTom Buddies. For more information, visit www.tomtom.com/plus 
						

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Chapter 19
TomTom limited warranty
TomTom limited warranty
WARRANTOR
Non-U.S. and non-Canadian purchases: If you have made your purchase 
outside the United States and Canada, this Limited Warranty is granted by and 
this Limitation of Liability is stipulated for the benefit of TomTom International 
B.V., Rembrandtplein 35, 1017 CT Amsterdam (The Netherlands).
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS
1) TomTom International B.V. (“TomTom”) warrants to you that the Hardware 
will be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use 
(“Defects”) for a period of two (2) years from the date that the Hardware was 
first purchased by you (“Warranty Period”). During the Warranty Period the 
Hardware will be repaired or replaced at TomTom’s choice (“Limited 
Warranty”) without charge to you for either parts or labour. This Limited 
Warranty covers the replacement of the Hardware only. If the Hardware is 
repaired after the Warranty Period has expired, the Warranty Period for the 
repair will expire six (6) months after the date of repair.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
2) The Limited Warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear, does not 
apply when the Hardware is opened or repaired by someone not authorized 
by TomTom and does not cover repair or replacement of any Hardware or part 
thereof damaged by: misuse, moisture, liquids, proximity or exposure to heat 
and accident, abuse, non-compliance with the instructions supplied with the 
Hardware, neglect or misapplication. The Limited Warranty does not cover 
physical damage to the surface of the Hardware. This Limited Warranty does 
not cover any software that may accompany or be installed on the Hardware. 
HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM
3) In order to make a claim of a Defect, you must contact TomTom by email 
during the Warranty Period via www.tomtom.com to explain the Defect and to 
obtain an RMA number (Return Materials Authorization) if necessary. You 
must return the Hardware during the Warranty Period, along with an 
explanation of the Defect, to the address provided to you by TomTom. If a 
defect arises and a valid claim under this Limited Warranty is received by 
TomTom after the first one hundred and eighty (180) days of the Warranty 
Period, TomTom is entitled to charge you for any reasonable shipping and 
handling costs made in connection with the repair or replacement of the 
Hardware. You must comply with any other return procedures stipulated by 
TomTom, if any.
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
4) Some countries may not allow the exclusion or limitation of damages. If any 
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remainder of the Limited Warranty shall nonetheless remain in full force and 
effect.
5) This Limited Warranty is the only express warranty made to you and is 
provided in lieu of any other express warranties or similar obligations (if any) 
created by any advertising, documentation, packaging, or other 
communications.
6) Except for the Limited Warranty and to the maximum extent permitted by 
applicable law, TomTom and its suppliers provide the Hardware “AS IS AND 
WITH ALL FAULTS”, and hereby disclaim all other warranties and conditions, 
whether express, implied or statutory, including, but not limited to, any (if any) 
implied warranties, duties or conditions of satisfactory quality, of fitness for a 
particular purpose, of reliability or availability, of accuracy or completeness of 
responses, of results, of workmanlike effort, of lack of viruses, and of 
reasonable care and skill, all with regard to the Hardware, and the provision of 
or failure to provide support or other services, information, software, and 
related content through the Hardware or otherwise arising out of the use of the 
Hardware. Also, there is no warranty or condition of quiet enjoyment, quiet 
possession, or non-infringement with regard to the Hardware. This exclusion 
does not apply to (i) any implied condition as to title and (ii) any implied 
warranty as to conformity with description.
7) This Limited Warranty does not affect any legal rights under applicable 
national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods.
8) This Limited Warranty cannot be transferred to any other person.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
9) Neither TomTom nor its suppliers shall be liable to you or to any third party 
for any damages either direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or otherwise 
(including in each case, but not limited to, damages for the inability to use the 
equipment or access data, loss of data, loss of business, loss of profits, 
business interruption or the like) arising out of the use of or inability to use the 
Hardware even if TomTom has been advised of the possibility of such 
damages.
10) Notwithstanding any damages that you might incur for any reason 
whatsoever (including, without limitation, all damages referenced herein and 
all direct or general damages in contract or anything else), the entire liability 
of TomTom and any of its suppliers shall be limited to the amount actually paid 
by you for the Hardware.
11)  TomTom shall not be liable for (i) any fraud on the part of its employees 
and/or agents; or (ii) any fraudulent misrepresentation on the part of its 
employees and/or agents.
12)  Notwithstanding the above, neither party’s liability for death or personal 
injury resulting from its own negligence shall be limited.