Tomtom Open Box RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver w/ 12 Month Service Subscription

This new accessory will enable users to receive traffic information via radio signal. The TomTom RDS/TMC Traffic Receiver connects to TomTom GO GPS receivers and will automatically start receiving traffic information from the device. Subscription fee required to receive service to help keep you alert of ongoing traffic issues among participating areas in USA and Canada. The device comes with a 12-month subscription. After that, the subscription may be renewed at about $60 per year.
In addition the TomTom RDS/TMC Traffic Receiver provides TomTom users with alternative routes if delays occur, which ensures limited delays to any journey. The unit interfaces with several TomTom GPS car devices.
The TomTom RDS/TMC Traffic Receiver works by using TMC signals that are received through a normal FM radio antenna and Broadcast by national or regional providers. By simply connecting the new TomTom GO device to the RDS/TMC Traffic Receiver, users will automatically receive traffic information via the TMC connection. Once a journey is planned, traffic alerts which relate to the route are clearly displayed in the traffic bar on the right hand side of the screen. When the user taps an icon shown in the traffic bar, they receive further information, such as the cause or kind of delay to traffic, such as an accident or traffic jam. In addition, the TomTom PLUS Traffic service provides up to date information on weather and road conditions. TomTom Traffic is a subscription based service that can be obtained via wireless Data connection (GPRS, UMTS etc.).