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Note: Winding routes are only available for TomTom Rider navigation devices. 
 Avoid motorways - this type of route avoids all motorways. 
 Walking route - a route designed for making the journey on foot.  
 Bicycle route - a route designed for making the journey on a bicycle.  
Avoid on every route 
You can choose to avoid ferries and car shuttle trains, toll roads, carpool lanes, and unpaved roads. 
Set how your VIA should manage each of these road features when the device calculates a...

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Cameras 
Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Sounds & Warnings.  
 
Select Cameras to set how you want to be warned for the different types of cameras. You can set 
whether you want to be warned, never warned or warned only if you are speeding. 
Tip: When Speed camera warnings in Settings > Sounds & Warnings switched off then this option 
is not visible. 
 
Hazards 
Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Sounds & Warnings.  
 
Select Safety warnings. You can then set how you...

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Language and Units 
Select Settings in the Main Menu, then select Language & Units.  
 
On this screen, you can change the following settings: 
 Language 
You can see your currently selected language on this screen. Select this setting to change the 
language used for all buttons and messages that you see on your VIA. 
When you change the language setting, the voice automatically changes and units are set to 
automatic.    
 Country 
You can see your currently selected country on this...

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Download speed camera locations 
Quick Search 
Send speed camera reports 
 Suggested destinations  
If you agree, your device suggests destinations if the feature is supported by your device. If 
you disagree at a later time, your historical route information is removed. This means that if 
you want to receive suggested destinations again at a later time, the feature has to relearn 
your driving patterns before it can start suggesting destinations. 
 Battery settings 
Select this setting to...

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Help 
Select Help from the Main Menu or the Settings menu. 
 
On this screen, you can see the following information: 
 Voice control 
Note: Voice control is not supported on all devices or in all languages. 
Select this option to see the following information about voice control: 
 How to use voice control 
 Tips for using voice control 
 Which commands can I say? 
 About 
See System. 
More help 
You can get further help by going to tomtom.com/support.  
For warranty and privacy...

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Finding product certification information on your device 
To find product certification information, such as the ICASA-approved certification number, do the 
following on your VIA: 
1. Select Settings in the Main Menu. 
2. Select System.  
 
3. Select About. 
4. Select Legal information. 
5. Select Certificates. 
6. You then see the relevant product certification information for your VIA, for example, ICASA. 
Product certification  

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About MyDrive Connect 
MyDrive Connect is a desktop-based application that helps you manage the content and services of 
your TomTom VIA. For example, you can use MyDrive Connect to get map updates, software updates 
or manage your TomTom account. 
It is a good idea to frequently connect your VIA to MyDrive Connect to ensure you always have the 
latest updates. 
Important: On device models START 42/52, START 40/50/60, and GO 51/61, the screen intentional-
ly dims when you connect your device...

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Note: You cannot use the mount to connect your VIA 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. 
5. Enter the requested information for account creation, including your country. 
When set-up is complete, a TomTom account is created and your VIA is linked to that account. 
You can now access MyDrive Connect from the notification area on your desktop. 
 
MyDrive Connect starts...

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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. GLONASS is operated and controlled by the...

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 Keep your seat belts on. 
 Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. 
 Before setting off on a motorbike, fasten your helmet correctly. 
 When riding a motorbike, always wear protective clothing and equipment. 
 When riding a motorbike, be extra vigilant and always ride defensively.  
Rating: DC5V, 1.2A 
How TomTom uses your information 
Information regarding the use of personal information can be found at tomtom.com/privacy.  
Battery 
This product uses a Lithium-Ion battery.  
Do...