Anyone else with trouble acquiring satellite signal - TomTom XL335? Purchased TomTom XL 335 traffic & maps edition on Gold Box Special. Tried it on a 100 mile trip. Loved it, worked perfectly until we stopped for a pit stop and I turned it off. About 20 miles later, I turned it back on in a parking lot. Waited several minutes and then drove for about 25 miles - never did acquire a signal. Turned it on and off several times, plugged and unplugged from receptical several times. Would not pick up a signal. Two days later, turned it on. Took a couple of minutes, but picked up the signal fine. My Magellen Roadmate 5045 (maps and traffic) had no problems keeping a signal. Anyone else with problems? (I have not updated this because I wanted to give as a gift to one of my kids). Anyone else with trouble acquiring satellite signal - TomTom XL335? Purchased TomTom XL 335 traffic & maps edition on Gold Box Special. Tried it on a 100 mile trip. Loved it, worked perfectly... » Read More Anyone else with trouble acquiring satellite signal - TomTom XL335? Purchased TomTom XL 335 traffic & maps edition on Gold Box Special. Tried it on a 100 mile trip. Loved it, worked perfectly until we stopped for a pit stop and I turned it off. About 20 miles later, I turned it back on in a parking lot. Waited several minutes and then drove for about 25 miles - never did acquire a signal. Turned it on and off several times, plugged and unplugged from receptical several times. Would not pick up a signal. Two days later, turned it on. Took a couple of minutes, but picked up the signal fine. My Magellen Roadmate 5045 (maps and traffic) had no problems keeping a signal. Anyone else with problems? (I have not updated this because I wanted to give as a gift to one of my kids). « Show Less
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My XL335M usually has gotten a signal by the time I pull out of the driveway, worst case by the time I leave my subdivision [1 block] it is running. I suppose heavy clouds etc could affect the performance, magnetic fields or microwave signals...I'm not an engineer but imagine the same things that can affect other electronics like a satellite tv dish, gps on a cell phone etc can affect a sat-nav unit.
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There is a feature available from Tomtom that supposedly helps to correct this. You have to download and install the Tomtom Home application on your PC or Mac, and then connect the GPS device to it via the USB cable. Then the application will automatically update the device with this feature.I found that it takes about 3-4 minutes to find the satellites the very first time you turn on the unit, but after you install the new quick-find feature from Tomtom it typically takes about 20-30 seconds.
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Just (recently) bought the 335T and I have had no problem acquiring satellite signal with this unit. In fact, that was one of my prime motivations to switch from my old Garmin Nuvi 350. I was having a lot of problems with just that issue. My two major complaints about the TomTom vs. the Garmin are: (1) You can't spell out a specific point of interest) like a Chili's restaraunt, for instance, which you can do with the Garmin. This was a MAJOR plus with my old unit and I used it all the time. Of course, it's possible that I just haven't firgured out how to do it yet, because, (2) the TomTom has very poor user documentation. I'm going to have to go online to try and figure some of the functionality out. Just (recently) bought the 335T and I have had no problem acquiring satellite signal with this unit. In fact, that was one of my prime motivations to switch from my old Garmin Nuvi 350. I was having a lot of problems with just that issue. My two major complaints about the TomTom vs. the Garmin are: (1) You can't spell out a specific point of interest) like a Chili's restaraunt, for instance, which you can do with the Garmin. This was a MAJOR plus with my old unit and I used it all the time. Of course, it's possible that I just haven't firgured out how to do it yet, because, (2) the TomTom... » Read More Just (recently) bought the 335T and I have had no problem acquiring satellite signal with this unit. In fact, that was one of my prime motivations to switch from my old Garmin Nuvi 350. I was having a lot of problems with just that issue. My two major complaints about the TomTom vs. the Garmin are: (1) You can't spell out a specific point of interest) like a Chili's restaraunt, for instance, which you can do with the Garmin. This was a MAJOR plus with my old unit and I used it all the time. Of course, it's possible that I just haven't firgured out how to do it yet, because, (2) the TomTom has very poor user documentation. I'm going to have to go online to try and figure some of the functionality out. « Show Less
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hi Bharatappreciate if you can please share how did you work it out! I am also facing the sismilar issue. I have used it & it worked but took a long long time (almost 15-20 mins) to get the GPS signals. Even after that it signals were showing half on its scale.
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Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will help/exchange/or inform me I should trash it . Thanks for listening to me vent. Nuvi consumer out Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will... » Read More Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will help/exchange/or inform me I should trash it . Thanks for listening to me vent. Nuvi consumer out « Show Less
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Mine has been working for over four years without interruption. Suggest checking your registration and contacting customer support. It could also be a problem with the cord/"antenna" piece that picks up the traffic information. Hope it helps.
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I'm having a problem detecting the signal from my satellite box. It is very slow to turn on and tune the signal. When turned on it goes from the Bravia screen to no signal, audio only, then a flash of the signal then back to no signal then on . I thought it might be the hdmi cable but it's the same cable that was on the previous tv which worked fine. The old tv was a 37 xbr6 which was damaged in shipping.
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I just had the same problem. Considering the box had the sticker on the bottom redone, I'm suspecting tomfoolery from the Amazon 3rd party it came from. Calling TomTom when I can.
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I am going to Italy and bought the 1370T. I planned to use in pedestrian mode as well as for driving. I've tested it several times in pedestrian mode in a couple of different locations and it failed every time. Sent me in the opposite direction, missed turns, and doesn't recalculate on it's own. You have to go back to the main screen and do it manually. I don't know - maybe I got a lemon. I'm leaving in less than 2 weeks. I'll either return it and try another unit or hope it works better in driving mode. I was looking at the Tom Tom XLL, which also has European maps preloaded, but it gets mixed reviews as well. Seems a perfect GPS is yet to be created. I am going to Italy and bought the 1370T. I planned to use in pedestrian mode as well as for driving. I've tested it several times in pedestrian mode in a couple of different locations and it failed every time. Sent me in the opposite direction, missed turns, and doesn't recalculate on it's own. You have to go back to the main screen and do it manually. I don't know - maybe I got a lemon. I'm leaving in less than 2 weeks. I'll either return it and try another unit or hope it works better in driving mode. I was looking at the Tom Tom XLL, which also has European maps preloaded, but it gets... » Read More I am going to Italy and bought the 1370T. I planned to use in pedestrian mode as well as for driving. I've tested it several times in pedestrian mode in a couple of different locations and it failed every time. Sent me in the opposite direction, missed turns, and doesn't recalculate on it's own. You have to go back to the main screen and do it manually. I don't know - maybe I got a lemon. I'm leaving in less than 2 weeks. I'll either return it and try another unit or hope it works better in driving mode. I was looking at the Tom Tom XLL, which also has European maps preloaded, but it gets mixed reviews as well. Seems a perfect GPS is yet to be created. « Show Less
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I've had the Maestro 4040 for about a week, and I'm having a major problem with it. Right now while driving a route the unit will often go a bit wonky, as in it will stop announcing street names, or the map will show a completely different area than where I am, or the progress bar screen will freeze. The unit will then reboot itself, and after it comes back it will operate correctly until I power the unit off and then back on after a period of time. Still working with Magellan support on this one, this stuff seems to have started happening after a firmware upgrade.
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I think I may understand your issue; the satellite signal strength changes over and over even though you're not moving. My particular unit takes some time now and again to finally latch on to a satellite signal. I've never really watched nor been concerned with the signal strength since the unit seems to be functioning perfectly. You don't mention your surroundings, however. I can tell you that inner city with all of the signal-blocking tall buildings for the GPS to deal with, I have had the unit be unusable. Is it possible this is contributing to your signal strength variations?
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It will always require GPS signal, or it won't work. Period. Mine lasted 3 hours. Took it to Verizon and tried another GPS part, and it did not work. Mine was a faulty part. Good luck!
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I have the same problem. Connected to device to my Mac and received an updated map, which took over one hour. Now the map can't be activated and I receive an error message. Just called TomTom and I was told that I can't download an updated map wireless due to the compression of the file. I would need a cable internet connection to fix this. I have never heard such a story and it doesn't make any sense to me (I use AT&T; U-Verse). Has anyone ever heard about this before?
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GOOD NEWS! And THANKS for the update, A. Cox. TomTom - clearly - has "heeded the call"! (In my own defense, my experience with TomTom is over three weeks old, and a LOT can happen in that time.)I also agree - to a large extent - with Cox: side by side, I'd probably pick the TomTom over the Nuvi. However, I have not experienced the problems Cox identifies. My decision to go with the Nuvi was based largely upon TomTom's position of mid-December. And - for me - the SD card feature of the Nuvi gives it an edge over the TomTom. But like I said, that is a completely subjective preference. I am going to see if I can't edit or delete my previous post! GOOD NEWS! And THANKS for the update, A. Cox. TomTom - clearly - has "heeded the call"! (In my own defense, my experience with TomTom is over three weeks old, and a LOT can happen in that time.)I also agree - to a large extent - with Cox: side by side, I'd probably pick the TomTom over the Nuvi. However, I have not experienced the problems Cox identifies. My decision to go with the Nuvi was based largely upon TomTom's position of mid-December. And - for me - the SD card feature of the Nuvi gives it an edge over the TomTom. But like I said, that is a completely... » Read More GOOD NEWS! And THANKS for the update, A. Cox. TomTom - clearly - has "heeded the call"! (In my own defense, my experience with TomTom is over three weeks old, and a LOT can happen in that time.)I also agree - to a large extent - with Cox: side by side, I'd probably pick the TomTom over the Nuvi. However, I have not experienced the problems Cox identifies. My decision to go with the Nuvi was based largely upon TomTom's position of mid-December. And - for me - the SD card feature of the Nuvi gives it an edge over the TomTom. But like I said, that is a completely subjective preference. I am going to see if I can't edit or delete my previous post! « Show Less
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I'm not sure I understand but I'll tell you what I know; my Lifetime Free Traffic thingee does not have a "USB". It plugs into the bottom of the TomTom and the car (power) plug. Unlike the other answer I've had no problems with my TomTom and have found them very helpful the couple of times I've had questions. I have owned one for years and have had no problems. The only thing I would suggest is not to whine the cord tightly after use it will last much longer. I love my TomTom and have been very happy with it. When I do download new maps their program automatically backs up what is on it before putting new maps on. The TomTom USB connector for the computer is normal size. I'm not sure I understand but I'll tell you what I know; my Lifetime Free Traffic thingee does not have a "USB". It plugs into the bottom of the TomTom and the car (power) plug. Unlike the other answer I've had no problems with my TomTom and have found them very helpful the couple of times I've had questions. I have owned one for years and have had no problems. The only thing I would suggest is not to whine the cord tightly after use it will last much longer. I love my TomTom and have been very happy with it. When I do download new maps their program automatically backs up what is... » Read More I'm not sure I understand but I'll tell you what I know; my Lifetime Free Traffic thingee does not have a "USB". It plugs into the bottom of the TomTom and the car (power) plug. Unlike the other answer I've had no problems with my TomTom and have found them very helpful the couple of times I've had questions. I have owned one for years and have had no problems. The only thing I would suggest is not to whine the cord tightly after use it will last much longer. I love my TomTom and have been very happy with it. When I do download new maps their program automatically backs up what is on it before putting new maps on. The TomTom USB connector for the computer is normal size. « Show Less
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The labeling is ridiculous. The cord that comes with the 265WT labelled BOX but with the 265W labelled GPS, appears to be the correct one that enables 'free traffic' updates. HOWEVER, you must see if traffic update is enabled in your area by going to NAVTEQ (http://www.navteq.com/rdstraffic/). And then it is often inconsistent. I live in central NJ and use to pick up the Philly tower while on Rte 195 West and kept it while then going north on the NJ turnpike. I no longer get the Philly connection and only sometimes in the Edison area do I pick up the 'Middlesex/NY" connection. It is rather disappointing, to say the least.) The labeling is ridiculous. The cord that comes with the 265WT labelled BOX but with the 265W labelled GPS, appears to be the correct one that enables 'free traffic' updates. HOWEVER, you must see if traffic update is enabled in your area by going to NAVTEQ (http://www.navteq.com/rdstraffic/). And then it is often inconsistent. I live in central NJ and use to pick up the Philly tower while on Rte 195 West and kept it while then going north on the NJ turnpike. I no longer get the Philly connection and only sometimes in the Edison area do I pick up the 'Middlesex/NY" connection. It is... » Read More The labeling is ridiculous. The cord that comes with the 265WT labelled BOX but with the 265W labelled GPS, appears to be the correct one that enables 'free traffic' updates. HOWEVER, you must see if traffic update is enabled in your area by going to NAVTEQ (http://www.navteq.com/rdstraffic/). And then it is often inconsistent. I live in central NJ and use to pick up the Philly tower while on Rte 195 West and kept it while then going north on the NJ turnpike. I no longer get the Philly connection and only sometimes in the Edison area do I pick up the 'Middlesex/NY" connection. It is rather disappointing, to say the least.) « Show Less
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Verizon says it doesn't work with Satellite internet connections, something about too much latency in the signal? I've used several of these devices on different high speed connections with no problems, but all connections were via cable internet. The device needs a lot of information both through the web and also a GPS fix from where you place the unit. Must be by a window and have a continuous GPS fix. Other than that, it's a great device! Allows full bars on your phone where there were no bars before!
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I am shopping for my 1st GPS. TomTom 340TM is supposed to include free maps for the life of the device. How can they refuse to upgrade the maps on your refurb? slloyd1000@verizon.net
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I had the europe maps loaded. I used it to travel all over the UK, a bit of France and Germany. Got back to the US and had the US maps loaded. Not a bad sat nav but be very careful of the settings. Going down the autobahn, carriageway, and freeways, it would act stupid and have me exit the freeway, drive in a side road for no reason and then back on the freeway. It's advertised as being able to walk around with playing tourist, but the battery sucks. I would go with garmin again but a more updated version. The flip up antenna is antiquated and gets in the way. There are better models out there. I had the europe maps loaded. I used it to travel all over the UK, a bit of France and Germany. Got back to the US and had the US maps loaded. Not a bad sat nav but be very careful of the settings. Going down the autobahn, carriageway, and freeways, it would act stupid and have me exit the freeway, drive in a side road for no reason and then back on the freeway. It's advertised as being able to walk around with playing tourist, but the battery sucks. I would go with garmin again but a more updated version. The flip up antenna is antiquated and gets in the way. There are better models out... » Read More I had the europe maps loaded. I used it to travel all over the UK, a bit of France and Germany. Got back to the US and had the US maps loaded. Not a bad sat nav but be very careful of the settings. Going down the autobahn, carriageway, and freeways, it would act stupid and have me exit the freeway, drive in a side road for no reason and then back on the freeway. It's advertised as being able to walk around with playing tourist, but the battery sucks. I would go with garmin again but a more updated version. The flip up antenna is antiquated and gets in the way. There are better models out there. « Show Less