Navigation
| Speed limits |
Y |
| Traffic Message Channel (TMC) |
Y |
| Lane guidance |
Y |
| Live service |
Y |
| Live Traffic Message Channel (TMC) |
N |
Display
| Widescreen |
Y |
| Pixel density |
128 ppi |
Ports & interfaces
| Micro-USB 2.0 ports quantity |
1 |
| USB connectivity |
Y |
Power
| Battery life (max) |
1 h |
| Battery technology |
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Power source type |
Battery, Cigar lighter |
GPS type
| Auto |
Y |
| Motorcycle |
N |
| Sport (fitness, running) |
N |
| Outdoor (hiking, trekking) |
N |
| Marine (chartplotters, sounders) |
N |
| Geocaching (GPS stash hunt) |
N |
| Aviation |
N |
| Truck |
N |
| Golf |
N |
| Camper/Caravan |
N |
| Bicycle |
N |
Technical details
| Text-to-speech message reader |
Y |
Map
| Maps included |
Y |
| Map coverage |
Central Europe, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Western Europe |
| Map view options |
2D/3D |
| Lifetime map updates |
Y |
Packaging content
| Window mount holder included |
Y |
| Car power adapter included |
Y |
Memory
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Internal storage capacity |
8 GB |
Design
| Form factor |
Handheld/Fixed |
10.16 cm (4 ") , 480 x 272, 8 GB, microSD, micro USB
Easy, reliable navigation
The TomTom START 42 offers essential navigation and free lifetime map updates. Finding destinations is simple from the Search menu or by touching a point on the map. Advanced Lane Guidance helps you prepare for exits and intersections by clearly highlighting the correct driving lane for your planned route. 4.3 inch touchscreen.
Lifetime Maps
Make sure you have the latest maps by connecting your TomTom START to your PC. We issue new maps seasonally – which include road changes and revised speed limits. Get these updates for free, for the life of your device.
3 months Speed Cameras
Advance warnings on your TomTom START notify you when you're approaching a speed camera, and remind you of the required speed limit. You can download updated camera locations for 3 months, at no extra cost, by regularly connecting to your computer.
Advanced Lane Guidance
Your TomTom START helps you prepare for exits and intersections by clearly highlighting the best driving lane for your planned route. So you'll never miss a turn or have to make sudden lane crossings.
Free Software Updates
Our sat navs are constantly evolving. By regularly connecting your TomTom START to your computer, you can download our free software updates. You'll get new navigation features, improved performance and extra customisation options. In just a few minutes.
