How to change the SD card

The map’s software lives on a small SD card inside the frame. You only need to take it out to update or reset the software, or to put in a new card we sent you. It takes about 5 minutes and needs no tools.

Before you start: unplug the map, and if you changed any settings, back up your config files first (that needs the map plugged in and on WiFi).

1. Open the back of the map #

  1. Lay the map face down on a soft surface, like a towel.
  2. Bend all eight metal tabs upwards to unlock the backplate.
    Back of the map with the eight tabs
  3. Lift off the backplate. Leave the USB cable plugged in on the inside.
    Backplate removed, USB cable still plugged in

2. Find the SD card #

The SD card sits in the edge of the Raspberry Pi, the small green circuit board.
Raspberry Pi inside the frame
SD card in the Raspberry Pi

3. Swap the card #

  1. Pull the old card straight out. It is not locked in, so don’t twist it.
    Pulling out the SD card
  2. Slide the new or rewritten card in the same way round as the old one came out, until it stops.
    Inserting the SD card
    SD card fully inserted

4. Close the frame #

  1. Check that the USB cable is still connected inside.
  2. Put the backplate back on and bend all eight tabs down again.

5. Set up the WiFi #

Plug the map in. A new or rewritten card doesn’t know your WiFi yet, so set up the WiFi again. Then load your config files if you made your own changes.

Updated on October 29, 2026

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