TomTom Adventurer, User Manual

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Before you start training, it's a good idea to charge your watch, download any software updates and
download QuickGPSfix.
Note : QuickGPSfix helps your watch get a GPS fix and find your location quickly. It also saves your
battery and prolongs its life.
1. Download TomTom MySports Connect from tomtom.com/123 and install it on your computer.
TomTom MySports Connect is available for free.
2. Place your watch in the desk dock and connect the dock to your computer.
Follow the instructions that TomTom MySports Connect gives you.
After your watch is charged, you can start your first activity .
Tip : Your watch is fully charged when the battery animation stops moving and shows a full
battery.
You should connect your watch to your computer regularly to charge it, upload activities, download
software updates and download QuickGPSfix information.
Battery life
When the battery is fully charged, your watch can be used for up to 11 hours of activities that need
GPS reception, such as running and cycling. The battery is used more quickly if you do any of the
following:
 Use the Music feature.

Use the backlight on your watch frequently or all the time
 e built-in heart rate sensor .
 Connect the watch to external sensors, such as the Heart Rate Sensor or Cadence and Speed
Sensor .
Your watch will last longer on a battery charge if you turn off night mode and touch the screen to
turn on the back light only when you need it.
TomTom MySports app
You can download the TomTom MySports app for free from your usual app store or by going to
tomtom.com/app .
To learn more, go to TomTom MySports mobile app in this guide.
Getting started