Bus
So you're standing at the bus stop, ready to ride with your new smart card. Before you begin, there are just a few simple steps to follow. Remember to tap your card on a smart card reader, located next to the bus driver on every bus every time you ride, even when transferring.
Step 
Board the bus.
Step 
Tap your card on the smart card reader (see photo).*
Step 
Listen for a tone and watch for a light.
Yellow light
Card is valid. Please show your CollegePass to the bus driver.
Red light
Card is not valid. Use other form of fare payment and call 303.299.CARD for assistance.
Yellow lightCard is valid. Please show your CollegePass to the bus driver.
Red light Card is not valid. Use other form of fare payment and call 303.299.CARD for assistance.
*
By default, your ride is logged at the highest service level (local, express, regional, SkyRide) provided by the route. Tell the driver if a lower service level applies to your trip. If you are unsure, ask the driver.
Light Rail
You're at the light rail station. It's time to take your first ride with your new smart card. Just follow these steps and tap your card on a smart card reader prior to boarding, even when transferring. Readers are located at all stations on the light rail platform or other pedestrian areas.
Step
Select the level of service for your trip by pressing Local, Express, or Regional on the smart card reader. The signage above the reader can help you determine your selection.
Step
Tap your card on the smart card reader (see photo).
Step
Listen for a tone and watch for a light.
Yellow light
Please show your CollegePass to the fare inspector, if requested.
Red light
Card is not valid. Use other form of fare payment and call 303.299.CARD for assistance.
Yellow lightPlease show your CollegePass to the fare inspector, if requested.
Red light Card is not valid. Use other form of fare payment and call 303.299.CARD for assistance.
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