How to Tap Your Cal 1 Card - Bauer Wurster Hall – Card Reader Access

Bauer Wurster Hall – Card Reader Access

Card readers in Bauer Wurster Hall may respond differently depending on when your Cal 1 Card was issued and which reader you are using. Use the instructions below to improve your chances of a successful tap.

Step 1: Identify When Your Cal 1 Card Was Issued

• Cards issued before July 2024

• Cards issued after July 2024

Not Sure When Your Cal 1 Card Was Issued?

You can check by looking at the card key number on the back of your Cal 1 Card.

• If your card key number does not start with a 3
  → Your card was issued before July 2024

• If your card key number does start with a 3
  → Your card was issued after July 2024

Cards Issued Before July 2024

Use the following method:

• Tap the left side of your card

• Hold the card with your photo facing toward you

• Tap and hold briefly (1–2 seconds)

This method works consistently for older Cal 1 Cards.

Cards Issued After July 2024

Newer Cal 1 Cards may work differently depending on the specific card reader. There is no visible indicator to identify which method a reader prefers, so please try the following in order.

Method 1 (Try First)

• Tap the right side of your card

• Hold the card with your photo facing toward you

• Tap and hold briefly (1–2 seconds)

Method 2 (If Method 1 Does Not Work)

• Rotate your card horizontally

• Hold the card with your photo facing up

• Tap the short edge of the card against the reader

• Hold steady for 1–2 seconds

Helpful Tips

• Hold your card steady—quick taps may not register

• Avoid holding other cards or your phone near the reader

• If the reader does not beep or flash, slightly adjust the card position and try again