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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It uses the same USB input as the other Nuvi models but it DOES NOT support the traffic option. I have a 2455LMT that works fine with the cigarette lighter cord but when this cord is used it disables the traffic function. The map, directions & GPS work fine. I haven't found a hard wire cord that provides traffic. Since the traffic feed is FM, I assume the antenna is in the cord. If you don't need traffic it will work for you.
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So what about the Lifetime Map Updates? Some of the more recent reviews make it seem like they are no longer functioning. Is this true? And how old is this model/when was it first released? Thanks in advance!Edit: Thought I'd add that I just bought an XL 335 SE from Wal-Mart on Black Friday for $80. It works well, but it seems like this would be a significant upgrade from that model for only $10 more! Tell me if I'm wrong!
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I have just bought a Tomtom XL from Amazon. The SW told me my map is up to date, yet, I know the map was released at 2007. Instead of going thru the tool->latest map guarantee menu, I went to other menu to purchase the map, the message said my map is 5 quarter behind and then when I tried to purchase, it showed the version of the map available to my system is at 8.xxx.I will have to call Tomtom tomorrow to find out what's going on.
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Good to hear that those instructions worked out -- I should be able to figure out what is going on w/ the cut-off speech of the street names.Can you tell me if your TomTom is cutting off only some of the street names, or is this happening with all street names?
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yep - i agree - i ALMOST ordered it last night...glad I didn't. even more interesting will be the price they'll have when it's offered by amazon direct - i am still trying to decide between the 765T and the 265 WT, which, by the way has become 7 bucks cheaper than last night !!!MediaHub - i feel like we will both end up with a good in-car nav - let's keep in touch here and try to make a good decision. www.gpsrmagazine.com has a great review/analysis of 265WT and 765T...
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I have occasionally had the same problem. This one seems to have a delay. I have that problem, but not all the time... so I'm guessing there's a delay and you only hear it ring if the person doesn't pick up on the first ring or two (that's just a guess though.) I had the original Roadster and had no issues with it, but this second version constantly frustrates me because of the delay (more when answering calls than calling out.)
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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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OK, I have found the link to clarify. I discovered that a tom-tom 350 series purchased without traffic, will accept the cable with the traffic module, THEN it has traffic. Discovered this by switching cables with another tom-tom I own. So I bought the new cable with traffic module and it works fine! One thing to check, I see that the newer 5 inch model with Bluetooth and voice etc. looks like the mini usb plug that fits the GPS has a different bend than the one for the 3 12" model. My GUESS is that if the plug fits, it will work!
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Hey Thanks man, I will sure try this if I get problems with next unit, I should receve it sometime next week. To be honest I feel like naked without my GPS ...lol
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The same thing happened to me. I actually called Garmin about this and was told by one of their "technical" people that the receivers can actually wear out and will no longer function. Since the cord also serves as the "power cord" for the unit itself, the GPS will continue to work just fine. You can do a couple of things to remedy the problem: 1) buy a whole new GPS, which Garmin would LOVE you to do, or 2) you can buy a replacement cord/receiver from Garmin ($59.99) or any of a number of vendors on Amazon. I purchased a used one from a vendor and it is working just fine! Hope this helps ... The same thing happened to me. I actually called Garmin about this and was told by one of their "technical" people that the receivers can actually wear out and will no longer function. Since the cord also serves as the "power cord" for the unit itself, the GPS will continue to work just fine. You can do a couple of things to remedy the problem: 1) buy a whole new GPS, which Garmin would LOVE you to do, or 2) you can buy a replacement cord/receiver from Garmin ($59.99) or any of a number of vendors on Amazon. I purchased a used one from a vendor and it is working just... » Read More The same thing happened to me. I actually called Garmin about this and was told by one of their "technical" people that the receivers can actually wear out and will no longer function. Since the cord also serves as the "power cord" for the unit itself, the GPS will continue to work just fine. You can do a couple of things to remedy the problem: 1) buy a whole new GPS, which Garmin would LOVE you to do, or 2) you can buy a replacement cord/receiver from Garmin ($59.99) or any of a number of vendors on Amazon. I purchased a used one from a vendor and it is working just fine! Hope this helps ... « Show Less
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I bought a TomTom XXL 540TM 5 Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator in 2011 and it did have this feature if I remember correctly. It quit working when I tried to do a map update so I can't double check for you but I remember using this feature.
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Reinstall software...Then plug the TomTom In, and it should reconnect. If Your Using the Tomtom Pro 7150.Make sure your using The proper Software Version for that TomTom. Go to tomtom.com for Info about what software to use. Good luck.
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the first time I used this, the traffic worked pretty well. Ever since then, I keep getting an ERROR message the cable used is not compatible with this device for traffic. WTH? It is the cable that came with it, and IT WORKED the first time I turned on the traffic feature, worked for the 2 day weekend, now it never works. I constantly get an error every time I use the GPS. I am not real happy with this purchase.
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Is there some way to update the maps or firmware? How do we know we have the latest version? My wife's TomTom plugs into the USB port and downloads the updates automatically. I see nothing other than MIO transfer, which is not very intuitive or useful.
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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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Maybe you need only to wait until it finds your location? Or maybe it is having trouble getting a signal? I haven't used the GPS myself. I tried a few online searches to find instructions, but really didn't find anything useful. Ground EFX does have its own website though, where you can speak to a representative or ask questions. (Groundefx.com) I hope you find your answers soon so that there would be no problems making an exchange if it is defective. Good luck. I will be back to give a better answer if I can find one.