using earphones with xl classic

[andyz1000]

i have recently bought a tomtom xl classic
i wish to use it on my bike as well as in the car no way could i afford thee 350 notes for the tt rider
was wondering if i could use a mini usb to 3.5mm adaptor to connect earphones to the unit
Audio Adapter - Enhanced Mini USB
i have heard rumours on the net that it would work but am sceptical
thanks in advance for any advice

 

[mikealder]

Welcome to the forum, the mini USB splitter for use with earphones is only for use with HTC based mobile phones AFAIK.
I do know it won't work with a TomTom of any model number, if you need an audio output socket you could change to one of the Go devices or if you fancy a spot of DIY fit your own socket to the base of the TomTom, its not difficult but does involve the use of a soldering iron - Mike

 

[andyz1000]

thanks for the reply
gutted the adaptor will not work,
have only just bought the tomtom xl so buying a tomtom go is not an option as i am skint
not technically minded enough to fit a headphone socket as i am hopeless with a soldering iron
looks like i will have to rely on glancing at the device when i use it on the bike,it is mounted right beside my rev counter so should be ok
thanks again